Meditate Through Movement at The Power of Gesture Workshop

Created by Jennifer Aks,

of is a groundbreaking form of moving meditation that combines movement gestures with music. In an outdoor workshop on August 30, from 6:30 to 8pm at the Transformation Center in Westport, Aks will teach you how to gain mastery over your emotions by translating them into hand gestures. You will deepen clarity, strengthen your confidence and be able to step into the fullness of who you are.

Aks is an Embodiment Coach, speaker, dancer and expert in the field of communication. She founded and created The Power of Gesture Method, a groundbreaking form of moving meditation. Learn more at ThePowerOfGesture.com.

“The Power of Gesture is a depth of communication that goes far beyond words. Jennifer has created a universal language that pulls the truth out of one’s body so that they can drop in and communicate non-verbally in a way that resonates so deeply,” says Bernadette Pleasant, Founder of the Emotional Institute.

For more information and to register, call 203-820-3800, email TransformationCenterCT@ gmail.com or visit TransformationCenterCT.com. Location: 7 Reimer Rd, Westport. Cost: $44. Rain date is September 6. See ad, page 2.

Start a Career in Natural Health

Enrollment is now open for fall and winter courses at Trinity School of Natural Health, a premier resource for holistic health education, with graduates from all 50 U.S. states and more than 40 countries. Founded in 1991, the school’s diverse online curriculum provides comprehensive knowledge and skills to help turn a passion for healthy living into a fulfilling career. Graduates often use their education in private practices, group clinics, retail stores, online businesses, public education or writing jobs.

Certifications are available for a wide range of natural health specialties, including health coaching, naturopathy, aromatherapy, homeopathy, holistic fitness, herbalism, iridology, nutritional consulting and ZYTO bioenergetics. Led by instructors with practical expertise, these online courses provide students the flexibility to work when their schedules allow, while offering interactive and structured classroom settings to keep students motivated and on the path toward graduation.

Programs begin every four weeks. For more information or to enroll, call an enrollment specialist at 800-428-0408, option 2, or visit TrinitySchool.org. See ad, page 20.

Farm to Flanders: The Ultimate Gourmet Picnic & Auction

Celebrating their 60th Anniversary, Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust will host a special event, Farm to Flanders – The Ultimate Gourmet Picnic & Auction, on August 27, on the beautiful grounds of its Van Vleck Farm & Nature Sanctuary in Woodbury. All supporters will enjoy a multi-course, farm-inspired, gourmet picnic prepared by renowned chefs and packaged in a reusable cooler tote. Supporters can opt to join the party at “Meet, Mingle & More” or enjoy “Picnic Your Way”.

“Meet, Mingle & More” attendees will be greeted by a champagne toast courtesy of Drakeley Real Estate as they gather at the Flanders Sugar House starting at 4pm. As guests savor hors d’oeuvres prepared on-site by the area’s most acclaimed chefs, they will delight in listening to jazz music performed by the super group Out of Orbit. Litchfield Distillery will be mixing signature cocktails, Reverie Brewing Co. will be pouring craft beer and Nutmeg Wine & Spirit Shoppe serving a choice of wines. Additionally, guests will be able to peruse auction items, and enjoy their gourmet, multi-course, farm-inspired meal at one of the many picnic tables scattered around the Sugar House Garden.

“Picnic Your Way” attendees will be able to pick up their multi-course meal at the Flanders South Barn between noon and 2pm. They are welcome to enjoy their meal on one of Flanders’s seven preserves or at home.

An online auction of unique items and experiences is also part of this year’s event, including week-long vacations, beautiful art pieces from local artists and more. To check out all the auction items and start bidding, visit 32auctions.com/Flanders2023

This is Flanders’s major fundraiser of the year with all proceeds benefitting its mission to provide opportunities to appreciate nature’s wonders and preserve land, inspiring lifelong learning about our natural world. Flanders has been a part of the greater Woodbury community since 1963 and reaches residents in over 30 surrounding towns.

To purchase tickets or donate, call 203-263-3711 or visit FlandersNatureCenter.org. Cost: $85-$125 per person; tickets must be purchased in advance.