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letterfrompublisher Welcome to our July Food Watch edition! Over the years, my food choices have evolved significantly, especially since becoming publisher of Natural Awakenings magazine, which has raised my food awareness to a whole new level. I grew up in 60s and 70s, when fast food chains were becoming a rapidly growing industry in America. On the home front, mealtimes were not much healthier. My mother absolutely loathed cooking, so many of our food sources were canned, boxed, frozen or dehydrated. It wasn’t until I was well into my 20s that I discovered the joy of eating fresh produce grown by local farmers and appreciated the taste of real food in its most natural form. As a nation, we have made great progress in the area of food awareness over the last few decades. However, there is still much work to be done, as evidenced by the alarming rise in childhood obesity, diabetes, food allergies and other health issues related to processed or contaminated food. Our food may be labeled as organic, but is it really? Are the nutrition facts on the food labels really facts? As you read this month’s Action Alert, Green Living and Wise Words department articles, you may be enlightened and appalled at the apparent lack of transparency in the vast food industry. The good news is there are many natural food advocates on a local, state and national level committed to educating and empowering consumers and creating a healthy and safe environment for our food to grow. Here in Connecticut, we have our own food champions. This month’s Community Spotlight features Joan Palmer, founder and director of the Institute of Sustainable Nutrition (TIOSN). Palmer asserts that a thorough knowledge about plants and soil is an integral part of understanding nutrition and what happens when our bodies process food. Two events you won’t want to miss this month are the second annual Special Culinary Fundraiser on July18, and A Summer Gathering: Growing Food, Farms & Community, on July 19, hosted by the Connecticut Northeast Organic Farming Association (see news brief on page 8 for details). We are one of their sponsors and will be at this event with our magazines in tow. Stop by our table and say hello!

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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Organic Farmers Sow Seeds of Change by Melinda Hemmelgarn

22 JAMES GORMLEY

TAKES ON THE FDA

Why the Natural Health Movement Must Protect Itself

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23 BRAIN

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For Healthy Living by Kate Gorman

24 FRACKING VERSUS FOOD

America’s Family Farm Heritage and Health at Stake by Harriet Shugarman

26 LUSTROUS POOCH

10 Foods to Make a Dog’s Coat Glow by Suzi Beber

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Gongs and Himalayan Singing Bowls Healing Meditation: July 21. Float blissfully into a meditative state, de-stress, induce alpha and theta brainwave patterns and boost the immune system, immersed in the harmonics of gongs and bowls. ($15).

Give Your Body, Mind and Soul a Treat at Avant Garde

vant Garde Salon, Spa, Holistic Center, Boutique and Academy offers services in all phases of hair care, skin care, massage, Reiki and energy healing. The boutique features an extensive inventory of metaphysical, New Age, eco-friendly and fair trade items. On Wellness Wednesdays, clients get pampered with spa facial and cut and style with Alberto for $85 ($120 value). The academy offers world-class education in an intimate, personalized learning environment with classes, workshops and events from 7 to 9 p.m. in the holistic healing arts. Guardians of the Grail: July 13. Covers the mysteries of the Holy Grail, ancient Egypt, Jesus, Mary Magdalene, the Knights Templar, Alchemists, Freemasonry, Enoch, Atlantis, the Philosopher’s Stone and America’s destiny. ($25). Find Your Dosha (body/mind type) and Reduce Stress: July 14. Deepak Chopra-certified ayurvedic instructor Azima teaches how to reduce stress. ($20). Inspirational Movie and Meditation: July 20. The eternal message and wisdom of the mystics, plus a guided meditation. ($5 donation).

Natural Awakenings readers receive a 10 percent discount in the boutique. Location: 328 E. Main St., Branford. For more information, call 203-481-8443 or visit AvantGardect.com. See ad on page 9.

Abundant Life Workshop in Chester

isa Jacoby and Caroline Temple, the owners of Unleash Potential, are hosting a program, Living an Abundant Life, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 12, at the Guest House Retreat Center, in Chester, Connecticut. The message is that abundance isn’t what we have or do, it’s what we feel, how we can we find abundance in every aspect of our life, including financially, and that an attitude of gratitude will lead to an abundant life.

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Using the core concepts of the liberating What I Know to Be True practice, participants explore turning inward for answers and understanding and discover what it feels like to experience abundance in all aspects of life. Everyone will receive a copy of the book, What I Know to Be True, Six Simple Words to Set You Free. The program is designed to maximize individual transformation beyond the ego by sharing teachings and guided meditations and group, individual and dyad exercises incorporating dialogue, writing, drawing and movement. Cost is $175. Register at UnleashPotential.us. For more information, call 203-981-7092. See ad on page 35.

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he Share Our Strength Cooking Matters program connects families with food by teaching them how to prepare healthy, tasty meals on a limited budget. The chefs, nutritionists, financial planners and support volunteers that donate their time and talents to help low-income families develop the skills they need are truly the heart of the program, leading hands-on courses that teach adults, teens and kids how to purchase and prepare nutritious foods in healthful, safe and tasty ways.

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Winvian Hosts Events for Sustainable Agriculture

he Connecticut Northeast Organic Farming Association is holding two July important events at Winvian resort in Morris, Connecticut. Both celebrate local foods and sustainable agriculture, as well as the people and businesses that support them. The second annual Special Culinary Fundraiser takes place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., July 18, where guests will enjoy a wide variety of Chef Eddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature appetizers and desserts, and silent and live actions. A Summer Gathering: Growing Food, Farms & Community is happening from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 19, featuring interactive childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, educational workshops for young adults on new food-related career opportunities and

keynote addresses by Joan Dye Gussow, professor emeritus at Columbia University, and Richard McCarthy, executive director of Slow Food USA. Workshop presenters include Tara Cook-Littman, of GMO Free CT and ConnFact, and Taylor Cocalis-Suarez, co-founder of Good Food Jobs. For complete details and reservations (required), call 203-308-2584 or visit ctnofa.org/winvian. See outside back cover ad.

Tune Up Your Yoga Skills with Lillee Chandra

oga Tune Up Master Classes with Lillee Chandra, LMT, E-RYT, will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 10, 11, 12, 13, 18 and 19, at Fresh Yoga, in New Haven. Chandra is a licensed massage therapist, Yoga Tune Up integrated teacher and anatomy trainer with more than 20 years of experience in competitive sports, movement arts, health education and bodywork. Yoga Tune Up, developed and created by internationally renowned yoga instructor Jill Miller, is a whole-body regenerative fitness system integrating elements of yoga, calisthenics and body therapy. The poses, routines and structure of this format are deeply rooted in discovering the biomechanics and physiology of each individual, helping to create lasting structural change. These classes are appropriate for all experience levels. Topics include Total Body Tune Up;

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eymour Middle School sixth-grader Faith Rousseau was awarded first place in the Valley Initiative to Advance Health and Learning in Schools Healthy Cooking Competition. Since 2011, the program has integrated a variety of nutrition and physical activity programs into the existing school structure to help reduce childhood obesity. Her black bean and corn salad was named best by a panel of judges that included Dr. David Katz, founding director of Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, and elected officials from Ansonia, Derby, Seymour and Shelton. For her win, Rousseau received a free healthy cooking party for six from Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Equipment Emporium, in Orange.

Justine Gillen Joins Physical Therapy Services of Guilford

ustine Gillen, PT, CLT, has joined the practice of Physical Therapy Services of Guilford. She holds a BS in biology and completed her degree in physical therapy at the University of Pennsylvania in 1981. Gillen has experience treating male and female incontinence issues and vestibular rehab, as well as certification in both the Vodder and Australian techniques for lymphedema comprehensive decongestive therapy. This method is useful for reducing complications both before and after surgery. Physical Therapy Services of Guilford, in existence since 1974 will continue to hold steadfast to the principle of individual one-on-one direct treatment with the therapist, all of which have more that 30 years of experience. Location: 500 E. Main St., Ste. 310, Branford. For appointments or a free, 15-minute consultation, call 203-315-7727 or visit GuilfordPhysicalTherapy.com. See ad on page 27.

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Downtown Milford Farmers’ Market is Open

he Downtown Milford Farmers’ Market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, through October 11, in the Agro Brothers parking lot at 58 River Street. It is easily reached by foot, car or train, and is adjacent to the westbound railroad station. Rain or shine, approximately 20 farmers, vendors and special exhibitors are selling Connecticut-grown/Connecticut-made edibles, flowers and plants, apparel and crafts. There are also exhibits of renewable energy efficiency systems for homes and businesses, as well as massages and evaluations. Live music by local artists provides a cheerful backdrop for shoppers. Special entertainments will be held during the summer, including Kids Day on July 12. For more information, call 203-301-4396 or visit downtownmilfordct.org. Check the Downtown Milford Farmers’ Market Facebook page for regular updates.

Hartford Family Institute Open House

artford Family Institute (HFI) has been a cuttingedge psychotherapy and training center since 1969, using a combination of in-depth body emotional work, energy healing, shamanic spiritual healing and trauma work. An open house at the West Hartford campus will be held beginning at 9 a.m., July 12, to give visitors a taste of what the training programs are all about. Regular classes begin in September 2014 and are held for 23 weeks from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays. All practitioners at HFI share a common belief in the healing effect of aligning our energy and a common vision and concern for people’s emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. HFI training programs, under the direction of the founding partners and associates, include certification programs, advanced psychotherapy training for established counselors, therapists, healers and practitioners in the healing arts and a master’s degree in a full range of healing and psychotherapy modalities. Admission is free. Call 860-236-6009 to sign up. For more information, visit HartfordFamilyInstitute.com. See ad on page 7.

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The Common Bond Market Opens in Shelton

he Common Bond Market, an independent, full-service, natural food store, has opened at 40 Huntington Street, in Shelton, in the space formerly occupied by Beechwood Market. After months of renovations, the store is now stocked with a wide selection of produce, grocery, refrigerated and frozen items, supplements, prepared food and deli items. “We have served the community of New Haven County for 17 years as Thyme & Season. Now, we are ready to serve Fairfield County as The Common Bond Market,” says coowner Josh Elliott. “Already, the community has embraced us and we are excited to be right around the corner, whether you need a good multivitamin or you just need a gallon of milk. As we continue stocking our shelves, we are taking requests from our customers about what they would like to see on the shelves, and we are planning on promoting as much local product as we possibly can.” For more information, call 203-513-8200 or visit TheCommonBondMarket.com.

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Ginger and Turmeric Protect Skin from Sun

cientists from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University have found that extracts from ginger and turmeric may help prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, a leading cause of melanoma and other skin cancers. Fifteen herbal extracts were created; each was applied to human keratinocytes, the predominant cell type in the outer layer of skin that can be damaged by the sun’s rays. The researchers measured the ability of each herb extract to absorb ultraviolet radiation and act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals. Turmeric and ginger extracts absorbed a significant amount of UVB rays before they could damage the skin, according to the results, published in Photochemistry and Photobiology. Each was found to stimulate the synthesis of thioredoxin 1, an antioxidant protein that appears to protect keratinocytes from DNA damage and toxicity to living cells.

Essential Oils Effective in Fighting Candida, MRSA

ssential oils show promise in preventing infections from the fungi Candida albicans and the bacteria methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), according to several recent studies. Romania’s Polytechnic University of Bucharest researchers found that topical application of the essential oils from Salvia officinalis (sage) and Anethum graveolens (dill) provided significant inhibition against the C. albicans fungi when compared with a standard antiseptic dressing. Scientists from England’s Manchester Metropolitan University compared the effects on three strains of MRSA in wound dressings containing the essential oils of patchouli, tea tree, geranium, lavender and grapefruit seed extract against a conventional antibacterial dressing of silver sulfadiazine cream. Each oil was applied independently and in combination with wound dressings. Grapefruit seed extract and geranium oil were found to most effectively inhibit the MRSA strains.

Sun’s Rays May Help Heart Health

n addition to triggering vitamin D production, the sun may have other health benefits. University of Edinburgh researchers studied 24 healthy volunteers that used lamps that produce ultraviolet A (UVA) light mimicking the sun’s UVA rays, compared with similar lamps that only produce heat. Two sessions under the UVA lamps significantly lowered blood pressure and boosted nitric oxide levels in the blood. The latter is linked to better circulation. The scientists concluded that the combined effect may help prevent heart disease.

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Dried Plums Prevent Bone Loss

onsuming dried plums, Prunus domestica, appears to reduce bone loss and may increase bone mass. Studying 236 post-menopausal women for one year, Florida State University researchers gave half of the women 100 grams of dried plums per day, while the other group received 100 grams of dried apples. Bone scans done at three, six and 12 months found significantly greater bone mineral density among the group that ate dried plums. A study from Oklahoma State University showed similar results with post-menopausal mice put on a diet supplemented with dried plums or other dried fruits for two months. Only the diet with dried plums prevented bone loss among the mice. Another study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, found increased bone mass among both elderly and adult male mice that ate a diet comprising 25 percent dried plums, while those that did not eat dried plums lost bone mass.

Ashwagandha Herb Mutes Bipolar Disorder, Lowers Stress

he ancient ayurvedic herb ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) shows promise in reducing the symptoms of bipolar disorder, according to two recent studies. For eight weeks, scientists from the University of Pittsburghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Western Psychiatric Institute gave 500 milligrams per day of ashwagandha extract or a placebo to 53 patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The researchers used a series of bipolar tests to gauge cognition, response time, social cognition response and other processes. After the eight weeks, the group given ashwagandha showed significant improvements in auditory-verbal working memory, reaction time and social cognition. In a study published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatric Medicine, among a group of 64 men and women with chronic stress, after two months of ashwagandha treatment, standardized test scores revealed stress reduced by 44 percent, anxiety and insomnia by 68 percent and severe depression by 79 percent. Depression and anxiety are hallmarks of bipolar disorder.

Fruits and Veggies Boost Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Learning and Social Skills

study published in the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association finds that increased fruit and vegetable consumption among schoolage children may increase learning skills related to interacting with others, as identified in social cognitive theory. Researchers divided 138 students into two groups, with one group consuming more fruits and vegetables than the other. After three months, the group on the healthier diet tested higher in social cognitive learning skills. They also scored better in self-efficacy (belief they could succeed) in difficult situations, social support and observational learning.

Preterm Babies Grow Better with Supplements

n a study published earlier this year in Pediatrics, researchers from Liverpool Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital gave either a standard diet or that plus multivitamin and mineral supplementation intravenously to 150 preterm infants for 28 days after their birth. Supplemented babies had higher rates of growth, measured in weight, plus head circumference sizes that were between five and eight millimeters greater. The differences in head circumference remained nine months after the supplementation period ended.

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Farm Building

Training Programs Attract Young Farmers There’s little doubt that the nation needs more young farmers, because statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the average American farmer is 58 years old. Hope lies in farm incubators that equip young agrarians with the technical skills and the business savvy needed to compete in the fierce, burgeoning market for locally grown produce. At Kinsman Farm (KinsmanFarm.net), in Cleveland, the Ohio State University Extension gives would-be farmers quarter-acre starter plots and helps them develop business plans. Financial support is available, too. “The city of Cleveland recently received private funds to expand its Gardening for Greenbacks Program,” advises spokesperson Marie Barni. “Our urban farmers can now receive a $5,000 grant to help start their farming microenterprise.” Some city planners have voiced considerable skepticism about whether urban farms are an effective tool for creating jobs and rebuilding economies like Cleveland’s, but advocates point to other farm incubators in North Carolina, Oregon and Rhode Island, as well as in Kansas City, Kansas, Holyoke, Massachusetts, St. Louis, Missouri, and Seattle, Washington. In Chicago, students at the role model Windy City Harvest, coordinated by the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Richard J. Daley City College (ChicagoBotanic.org/ windycityharvest), engage in six months of hands-on horticulture training, and then a three-month paid internship with a farm or food justice organization. Source: Emagazine.com

Strength in Numbers

It Takes a Village to Feed the World Organizations worldwide are working to create a more sustainable and just food system. Food Tank lists 101 organizations to watch in 2014 (Tinyurl.com/FoodTank100). All are vital in creating a better food system. Here are a few examples. Food MythBusters is telling the real story of how food is produced through short films, showing that we can have a food system that is truly affordable, delicious, fair and good for the planet. Heifer International has been helping small farmers around the world practice better animal husbandry and develop more environmentally sustainable sources of food production for 70 years. Oxfam, a confederation of 17 organizations worldwide, helps find lasting solutions to poverty and injustice. Oxfam America’s recent Behind the Brands campaign highlights how favorite consumer brands bring hidden costs to farmers, food security and the environment. Real Food Challenge, started in 2008 mainly among students, aims to shift $1 billion of existing university food budgets from industrial farms and junk foods to community-based, fair, ecologically sound and humane food sources by 2020. Seed Savers Exchange is dedicated to saving and sharing organic, heirloom and non-GMO (genetically modified organism) seeds. 14

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Shame Game Corporations Bow to Public Pressure

Microbeads are tiny balls of hard plastic found in facial scrubs, shampoo and toothpaste that flow down drains and pass through wastewater treatment plants, ending up in waterways, where they enter the food chain. New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has proposed the first U.S. legislation banning plastic microbeads in commonly used cosmetics (Tinyurl.com/ BeadLegislation). Finding microbead-free products isn’t easy; we must read ingredient lists and steer clear of products that contain polyethylene or polypropylene. Natural alternatives include ground almonds, oatmeal and pumice. Palm oil is a natural ingredient used in thousands of everyday products from snack foods to shampoo. But as tropical forests are cleared and carbon-rich peat swamps are drained and burned to make way for palm oil plantations, carbon is released into the atmosphere, driving global warming and shrinking habitat for endangered species. Tropical deforestation currently accounts for about 10 percent of the world’s heat-trapping emissions. Last March, General Mills and Colgate-Palmolive announced new palm oil policies. Concerned citizens can tell other major corporations that for the sake of our atmosphere, tropical forests, peat lands and endangered species, the time to act is now, and to use only deforestation-free and peatlands-free palm oil going forward. Take action at Tinyurl.com/Palm OilPetition.

Food Transparency

Vermont Demands GMO Labeling Vermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for the state to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandatory labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23. The state expects legal challenges by big biotech manufacturers and marketers, and has proactively set aside $10 million for legal fees. Starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled cannot also label their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.

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U.S. Organic Standards Under Siege Last September, without any public input, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), under pressure from corporations, changed the way the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) decides which non-organic materials are allowed in products labeled as Certified Organic, all but guaranteeing that when the NOSB meets every six months, the non-organic and synthetic materials allowed in organic items will increase. Certain non-organic or synthetic materials can be used in up to 5 percent of a USDA Organic product, and in up to 30 percent of a Made with Organic Ingredients product. Look for the addition of carrageenan, synthetic nutrients such as DHA and ARA, sausage casings made from processed intestines, synthetic methionine, antibiotics and mutagens, among others. Sign a petition in protest at Tinyurl.com/OrganicStandardsPetition.

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How Plants and Animals Adapt to Cities More than half of the world’s population now resides in cities, and the United Nations projects that 5 billion people will call a city home by 2030. “We need to understand how cities are changing the ecology of the systems they are built on, and how plants and animals are adapting to them,” says Dieter Hochuli, a Ph.D. biologist who specializes in integrative ecology at the University of Sydney, in Australia. For the most part, plants and animals adapt to urban surroundings using traits that help them survive in their natural habitat, but some scientists predict the pressures of the city, especially pollution, may become so great that evolution may intervene. “We’ve created this whole new habitat that never used to exist here,” remarks Angela Moles, a University of New South Wales (Australia) plant biologist. “There will be some species living here that are not doing so well and there’ll be selection for individuals that can do better in an urban environment.” “We still have functioning ecosystems, they’re just different from what they were 200 years ago,” comments Hochuli. Some shifts will be irreversible.

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oan Palmer, founder and director of The Institute of Sustainable Nutrition (TIOSN), moved to New England from California when she was 16 and still identifies with those formative seasons of year-round access to fresh fruits and vegetables. “Even after all this time, I still hear, ‘You’re not from around here, are you?” she says with a laugh. As a teen, Palmer knew she needed and wanted to live close to nature; she had plants inside and a garden outside from as far back as she can remember. “Who we are and what we’re passionate about usually comes to us in small bits,” notes Palmer. “That’s how it has been for me. The growing of plants, the ritual of food and sharing of food has always been instrumental in my life. That’s what I want to share now at the Institute.” TIOSN, housed at Holcomb Farm, in West Granby, Connecticut, is the educational program Palmer was hoping to find when she was going to school, but didn’t yet exist. She launched the Institute after working as a certified high school teacher for many years, obtaining a master’s degree in nutrition and gaining experience teaching an Art and Science of Eating module to graduate students at The Graduate Institute (TGI) in Bethany, Connecticut, and with interns at her home. “All the experiences I had gave me the confidence to trust my

intuition,” she explains. “I knew this school was needed because so many of us wanted it. I met all these TGI colleagues who wanted it too, so what was I waiting for?” The Institute offers a one-year certification program in sustainable health and nutrition. The first TIOSN class of 15 students is about to graduate after beginning in September 2013. The farm’s kitchen limits the size of classes for now, making the experience a more personal and impactful one. “There is a real sense of community and intimacy that would be hard to replicate if the school grows too large,” Palmer muses. The format of the program is highly interactive and involves everything from the science of the human body and the soil, to tending a backyard beehive and preparing meals with classmates and instructors, plus making kitchen medicine from plants and herbs grown at the farm and tended by students and foraging. “You don’t teach about nutrition without teaching about plants and soil,” Palmer says. “Where the food comes from is often overlooked, but is critical to understanding what happens next in the body.” To cover the diverse curriculum, TIOSN has four expert instructors present for all classes, which take place one weekend a month. This holistic teaching model provides students with a more cohesive and comprehensive experience. In addition to Palmer, instructors include Terry Walters, the author of Clean Food and Clean Start cookbooks, Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS, a nutritionist and herbal medicine expert, and Nigel Palmer, a soil, beekeeping and outdoor expert. “We are including classwork along with the hands-on components of fieldwork, time creating in the kitchen, and practices to take home and incorporate into daily life,” Palmer explains. “We are teaching about the science of nutrition, and also about food on a deep and fundamental level.” It is Palmer’s intention that this program will empower people with the information and tools they need to bring more awareness to their food and life practices. “Not that everyone needs to be a gardener or forager,” she says, “but there is great freedom and empowerment in understanding our health and the world around us that these practices offer.” TIOSN is now accepting applications for the 2014/2015 certification program. Nicole Miale is the publisher and managing editor of Natural Awakenings Fairfield County and a former student of Palmer. For more information call 860-764-9070 or visit tiosn.com. See ad on page 3. natural awakenings

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heroes providing inspiration and hope. They are changing America’s landscape and the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well. Doug Crabtree and Anna JonesCrabtree, of Vilicus Farms, in Havre, Montana, are reviving crop biodiversity and pollinator habitat on their organic farm in northern Montana. “We strive to farm in a manner that works in concert with nature,” Doug explains. The couple’s actions live up to their farm’s Latin name, which means “steward”. They grow 15 nourishing crops on 1,200 acres, including flax, buckwheat, sunflower, safflower, spelt, oats, barley and lentils, without pesticides, herbicides or synthetic fertilizers. By imitating natural systems, planting diverse crops and avoiding damaging chemical inputs, they are attracting diverse native pollinators, he notes. Their approach to farming helps protect area groundwater, streams, rivers and even oceans for future generations. Dick and Diana Dyer, of Dyer Family Organic Farm, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, finally realized their lifelong dream to farm in 2009, each at the age

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of 59. The couple grows more than 40 varieties of garlic on 15 acres; they also grow hops and care for honeybees. In addition, they provide hands-in-the-soil training to a new generation of dietetic interns across the country through their School to Farm program, in association with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Diana, a registered dietitian, teaches her students to take the, “We are what we eat” adage a step further. She believes, we are what we grow. “Like nearly everyone else, most dietetic students are disconnected from Mother Earth, the source of the food they eat. They don’t learn the vital connections between soil, food and health,” says Diana. During a stay on the Dyer farm, she explains, “The students begin to understand how their food and nutrition recommendations to others can help drive an entire agricultural system that promotes and protects our soil and water, natural resources and public health.” It all aligns with practicing their family farm motto: Shaping our future from the ground up. Mary Jo and Luverne Forbord, of Prairie Horizons Farm, in Starbuck, Minnesota, raise Black Angus cattle, grazed on certified organic, restored, native prairie pastures. Mary Jo, a registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to grow it without the pesticides that contribute to farmers’ higher risk for certain cancers. “We must know the true cost of cheap food,” she insists. Most recently, they planted an organic orchard in memory of their son, Joraan, who died of cancer in 2010 at

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the age of 23. Joraan’s to learn orchard is home to thrivwhere their ing, health-supporting food comes apple, apricot, cherry from and the and plum trees, plus reasons fresh, native aronia berries. organically It also injects fresh life grown food into the community. really matters Each spring, the Forto our health,” bords celebrate their says Lanier. son’s birthday by “wakHowever, ing up” his orchard. “This is just the His mother explains: tip of the iceLuverne and Mary Jo Forbord “People of all ages berg for us. Ulgather—an assortment timately, we’d of our friends, Joraan’s friends and their like to be a chemical-free community growing families, neighbors, relatives, through advocating for reduction and co-workers, students and others—to elimination of pesticide and chemical keep his legacy growing. The incredible use in schools, hospitals, households community support keeps us going.” and local parks and ball fields.” Lanier aims to help improve on Alabama’s low national ranking in the health of its residents. “I love our little piece of the world, and I want future generations to enjoy it without fearing that it’s making us sick,” she says. “We are intent on having a school garden in every school, and we want Tarrant Lanier, gardening with children at the to see area hospitals Center for Family and Community Development establish organic food Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for gardens that support efforts to make Family and Community Developpeople healthier without the use of ment (CFCD) and Victory Teaching heavy medications.” Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants Lanier further explains: “We see all children to grow up in safe comour victory as reducing hunger and inmunities with access to plenty of creasing health and wellness, environwholesome food. After working for mental sustainability and repair, comnearly two decades with some of South munity development and beautification, Alabama’s most vulnerable families, economic development and access to Lanier wanted to “provide more than locally grown food, by promoting and a crutch.” In 2009, she established creating a local food system.” the nonprofit CFCD organization, dedicated to healthy living. Within five Don Lareau and Daphne Yannakakis, years, she had assembled a small, but of Zephyros Farm and Garden, in hard-working staff that began building Paonia, Colorado, grow exquisite orcommunity and school gardens and ganic flowers and vegetables for farmcreating collaborative partnerships. ers’ markets and community supported Recently, the group established the agriculture members in Telluride and Victory Teaching Farm, the region’s first the Roaring Fork Valley. Recently, the urban teaching farm and community couple decided to take fewer trips resource center. “The farm will serve away from their children and homeas an onsite experience for children stead, and instead bring more people

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“Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.” ~ Don Lareau to their 35-acre family farm to learn from the land and develop a refreshed sense of community. From earthy farm dinners and elegant weddings to creative exploration camps for children and adults and an educational internship program, these family farmers are raising a new crop of consumers that value the land, their food and the people producing it. The couple hopes to help people learn how to grow and prepare their own food, plus gain a greater appreciation for organic farming. “The people that come here fall into a farming lifestyle in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and their inner clock—something valuable that has been lost in modern lifestyles,” notes Lareau, who especially loves sharing the magic of their farm with children. “Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.” Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley, oats and triticale, plus peas, dark red

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kidney beans and eda- Conscientious food the Copper River and mame soybeans, along Bristol Bay fisheries. with raising livestock on producers are During that time, Mosabout 1,400 acres. Their teachers, innovators, ness became a passionate family farm philosophy advocate for protecting environmental entails looking at the coastal communities and world through a lens of stewards and ecosystems. “Like farm abundance, rather than families on land, fishing scarcity, and working in change-makers families face many risks cooperation with their creating a brighter and uncertainties,” but neighbors instead of in she believes, “political competition. The result future for us all. forces may be even more has been a grounddamaging to our liveliswell of thriving organic farmers and a hoods and wild fish.” renewed sense of community and eco For example, “We are replicating nomic strength throughout their region. some of the worst practices of factory The Martens switched to organic farming on land in our marine environfarming after Klaas experienced partial ment with diseases, parasites and voluparalysis due to exposure to pesticides, minous amounts of pollution flushing compounded by concern for the health into our coastal waters,” explains Mosof their three children. Because the ness. She’s also concerned about the Martens work in alliance with nature, U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s they’ve learned to ask a unique set of potential approval of genetically engiquestions. For example, when Klaas neered (GMO) fish without adequate sees a weed, he doesn’t ask, “What health and environmental assessments, can we spray to kill it?” but, “What and she works to support GMO labelwas the environment that allowed the ing so consumers can make informed weed to grow?” choices in the marketplace. Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fishing for wild salmon with her father during one summer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in

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ames Gormley, a leader of the natural health movement in the U.S. and an award-winning health journalist, is a passionate advocate for natural health. For more than 20 years, he’s been at the forefront in the fight against government restriction of dietary supplements and for transparency in the food industry, and has twice participated in America’s trade delegation to the United Nations Codex Alimentarius Commission, advocating for health freedom. Gormley’s editorial positions have included editor-in-chief of Better Nutrition and editorial director for the Vitamin Retailer Magazine Group. He now serves as both vice president and senior policy advisor for Citizens for Health and as a scientific advisory board member with the Natural Health Research Institute. His latest book, Health at Gunpoint: The FDA’s Silent War Against Health Freedom, poses a strong stance against government interference in our rights to information about and access to healthy food and supplements.

Why do you believe that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are tainted by special interests, particularly big companies in the pharmaceutical and food industries? The FDA was created to address issues of food and drug contamination and adulteration. Dr. Harvey Wiley, the courageous first leader of its predecessor, the Bureau of Chemistry, expressed 22

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his disgust with the unintended consequences in his 1929 book, The History of a Crime Against the Food Law: The Amazing Story of the National Food and Drugs Law Intended to Protect the Health of the People, Perverted to Protect Adulteration of Foods and Drugs. The FDA has been beholden to drug companies for decades. Making the situation worse, a 2012 law loosened conflict of interest restrictions for FDA advisory panels. That has further weakened the agency’s review system and likely allowed more drugs with safety problems to gain marketing approval, according to an analysis published in the journal Science in 2013. In addition, 40 percent of the FDA’s last budget increase came from user fees on prescription drugs paid by the pharmaceutical giants. The USDA has the potential to do much good, but is bogged down with politics and mandates to push questionable biotechnology.

With regard to the controversy over genetically modified organisms (GMO), are certain companies being given undue influence in national policy making? Yes. A perfect example was the ability of Monsanto to block initiatives requiring labeling of food products that contain GMOs in California and Washington state. Monsanto and the food industry continue to leverage their considerable influence in the U.S. Congress to block such legislation on a national level, despite the massive outcry from consumers demanding to know the identity and origin of the food we eat.

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The FDA conducted numerous and illegal raids on health food stores, supplement makers and practitioners. In an infamous barbaric raid on the clinic of integrative physician Dr. Jonathan Wright, in Tahoma, Washington, in 1992, agents and deputized officers converged with guns drawn, terrorizing patients and staff because Wright was giving his patients legal L-tryptophan supplements to help with sleep and mood. It was dubbed the “vitamin B-bust”. A federal grand jury declined to indict Wright on the charges stemming from the raid.

Current European Union and international codex policies maintain that most necessary nutrients can and should be obtained from foods, so they have dramatically limited the availability of many supplements. Do you expect such a policy to become part of U.S. law? These European policies fly in the face of reality and every major food study conducted since World War II. The superrefined, overly processed Western diet does not and cannot fully supply optimal levels of daily nutrients. The U.S. has made minor efforts to tread this dangerous path and been met with tremendous consumer outrage. Potential related laws and policies would have to make it past an avalanche of public comments.

What is the current status of the fight for health freedom, and what is your prognosis for the future? Substantial threats to our health freedom still exist, but I am optimistic. Three highly credible nonprofit organizations are leading the way: the Alliance for Natural Health, Citizens for Health and the National Health Federation. If consumers remain vigilant and stay informed on the issues identified by these advocates, we will be able to tackle and defeat threats to Americans’ health freedoms as they emerge. Kathleen Barnes has authored many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

external in action, pill or substance to heal. No one told us that we can program our brain and body, but we can. Glial cells can reproduce and regrow; they can even become neurons, so we must be sure to tell them how we want them to grow. Glial cells will do what we tell them to do. Self-programming of glia (SPG) is a specialized, eight-week treatment course that understands the pivotal role of the glia in our entire system of health or disease. It works to dissolve trauma and life conditioning in the hip-

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“Self-programming of the glia (SPG) is a specialized, eight-week treatment course that understands the pivotal role of the glia in our entire system of health or disease.” a typical human’s is more glial cells. Why can’t we just direct our brain to heal illness and think ourselves into beautiful bodies? Well, we can. It’s our memories of life conditioning and trauma that seem to get in the way. We generally believe we need something

“SPG also uses prescription statements that address a person’s identified concern, be it a physical illness or emotional/mental distress.” pocampus (the brain’s memory storage are) and throughout the central nervous system. If we don’t, the past and the pain are the messages going round and round through those glial cells. SPG also uses prescription statements that address a person’s identified concern, be it a physical illness or emotional/mental distress. Directly programming the glial cells by intentioned and repeated thought will produce a calcium wave of messages that the brain and body will respond to. SPG is a speed course in learning our brain’s biology and becoming the true captain of our ship. We don’t have to be governed by memories or stress, which contribute to physical illness and emotional distress. We can claim our highest abilities and live them by making a real biological change. Kate Gorman, LCSW, has been a social worker for more than fifteen years and is currently in private practice in New Haven at Revive Wellness Center. Contact her at ReviveWellnessCenter.com/revive/ health or preferredpediatricsofct.com.

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Compounding Crises Harsh economic conditions, plus concerns over long-term climate changes, including extreme weather events, have pitted neighbors against one another as farmers consider leasing their lands to oil and gas companies. More, often the riches promised do not make their way to the farmers that need them the most as American policies continue to favor

What To Do 4 Support local, county and state bans on fracking operations and waste disposal. 4 Learn about local farmers’ situations and make them aware of factors to consider. 4 Support local farmers and food producers.

Information is Power Center for Environmental Health, CEH.org Chefs for the Marcellus, ChefsForMarcellus.org The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange, Tinyurl.com/EndocrineDisruptingChemicals Food Not Fracking, FoodNotFracking.org GRACE Communications Foundation, GraceLinks.org/1305/natural-gas-fracking Love NY: Don’t Frack It Up, LoveNYDontFrackItUp.org

megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices. Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protections for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is installed on their property, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals. In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage property and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas companies. “Fracking is turning many rural environments into industrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Eminence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations. Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Appeals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the opposite.” In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecticut chefs entered the fray by launching their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut. In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with a petition calling for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the

Minisink Matters, MinisinkMatters.org state’s ability to manage water. Ironically, existing California regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation. It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas production and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth. Activist Harriet Shugarman, a veteran economist and policy analyst and former representative for the International Monetary Fund at the United Nations, currently chairs regional environmental committees and works with national, state and local organizations seeking pro-environmental legislation.

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o keep our dog’s skin and coat healthy, supplements may first come to mind, especially oils and powders. However, whole foods deserve a closer look for naturally elegant results.

Chia

Chia seeds contain more healthy omega-3 fats and fiber than flax or other grain seeds and are a good source of protein and antioxidants, notes Patrick Skerrett, executive editor of Harvard Health Publications. They are abundant in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a plantbased form of omega-3, which combats skin inflammation and improves the skin’s texture and softness, says holistic nutritionist Melissa Diane Smith, of Tucson, Arizona.

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Eggs are nutritional powerhouses containing the most bioavailable protein for dogs. Eggs have vitamin A, which promotes cell turnover. Their zinc further supports protein synthesis and cell division, necessary for wound healing, the formation of connective tissue and skin health, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Egg yolks provide a valuable source of biotin, effective in treating dry skin, seborrhea and itching associated with skin allergies, reports PetEducation.com, a website of veterinarians Dr. Race Foster and Dr. Marty

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Smith, owners of Foster and Smith, Inc. Avoid raw eggs, as they contain avidin, which interferes with the metabolism of biotin, fats, glucose and amino acids, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Almonds

Almonds contain the entire vitamin E family of tocopherols and tocotrienols. “Deficiency of vitamin E has been implicated in the development of certain dermatological disorders in dogs,” counsels Lee Russell McDowell, Ph.D., in Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition. Almonds are also an excellent source of B vitamins, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc and bioflavonoids, with a trace of omega-3. While safe in small quantities for larger dogs, whole almonds are not easily digested and can upset the stomach and create intestinal distress. Almonds are easily ground into a powder using a blender, and almond meal is also available at many grocery stores.

Coconut

Renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy pioneered the use of coconut in natural diets for companion animals. Raw coconut contains medium-chain, saturated fats that transform into energy and can decrease bacterial growth, irritation and inflammation, according to

naturopathic physician Bruce Fife, a certified nutritionist, doctor of naturopathy and author of The Coconut Oil Miracle.

The 16th-century herbalist Henry Lyte documented their use in treating skin wounds and eczema.

Carob

Sweet Potatoes

Carob, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, is rich in natural sugars, vitamins and minerals. Free of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine found in chocolate, it’s safe for dogs and its vitamin E supports skin health. Recent research published in the Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal shows that carob also has natural antibacterial properties.

Sweet potatoes can be considered a skin superfood, because they hold a high level of betacarotene (a precursor form of vitamin A) and are a good source of vitamin E. Their vitamin C content, which increases with cooking, facilitates collagen production, contributes to photoprotection, decreases pho-

todamage and supports wound healing, according to a report by Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D., of the Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute. Suzi Beber is the founder of The Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund via Canada’s University of Guelph Veterinary College and Teaching Hospital Pet Trust. She also contributes to Animal Wellness magazine, from which this article was adapted and used with permission.

Oats

A fortifying cereal low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus, oats also harbor calcium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron. The grain’s primary benefit to skin and coat is its soluble fiber content, which also helps a dog’s gastrointestinal system to remove toxins.

Liver

Liver from grass-fed animals enhances healthy skin. Nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, D, E and eight B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin.

Wild Salmon

Cooked wild salmon is ripe with omega-3 fatty acids, which along with benefiting the skin and coat, appear to boost the immune system, and may assist dogs with allergies, according to the article “10 ‘People’ Foods for Dogs,” by Elizabeth Pask and Laura Scott.

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Cranberries contain a variety of bioactive components, including proanthocyanidins and anthocyanin antioxidants, plus the phytochemical ellagic acid. “Animal experiments show that supplementation with anthocyanins effectively prevents inflammation and subsequent blood vessel damage,” explains Northern California Registered Dietitian Marilyn Sterling, who also points to myriad studies of the antioxidant power of proanthocyanidins. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, ellagic acid can prevent skin cancers.

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moothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein like coconut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities. Other ingredients follow the peak of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while providing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia. The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredient with a thicker consistency,

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like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the desired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simplifies the process. Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Tender, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful.

Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serving to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrigerator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients. Spirulina (made from a microsaltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their water-soluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture

difference isn’t noticeable if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more. With the whir of a blender—and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure.

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Yields 2 servings ¼ cup cranberry juice 1 cup pitted sweet black cherries ½ cup raspberries 1 /3 cup plain soy or coconut yogurt 4 ice cubes Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Mango Lassi Yields 2 servings ¾ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk ¼ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk yogurt ¾ tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups chopped fresh mango, frozen ½ tsp ground cardamom Agave nectar to taste Ground pistachios for garnish Combine the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, mango and cardamom and blend using low to high speeds until smooth. Add agave nectar to taste and blend again. Sprinkle ground pistachios over each serving.

Tomato Smoothie Yields 2 servings 2 cups tomatoes, chopped ½ cup tomato juice ¼ cup apple juice ½ cup carrots ¼ cup celery, chopped Tabasco or other hot sauce to taste 2 cups ice

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Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

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Cool as a Cucumber Smoothie

2-3 cups watermelon, seeded 1 cup low-fat vegan vanilla yogurt 1 cup frozen organic strawberries 1 cup frozen organic sliced peaches

Yields 2 servings 1 cup apple juice 1 cup sliced sweet apple ¼ cup applesauce ½ cup sliced carrots ½ cup cucumber, peeled and sliced 2 cups ice Dash of nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)

Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

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Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Summer Salad Smoothie Yields 2 servings ½ cup apple juice 2 cups stemmed and chopped baby spinach, Swiss chard or kale 1 apple, unpeeled, cored and chopped ½ avocado, peeled and chopped ½ cup cilantro leaves 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp matcha (fine green tea powder) 1 Tbsp milled flax seeds ¼ cup vegan protein powder

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he ocean is my bliss. Be a hero, habitats as an investment. My job lets me do walking take pollution beachSemiannual what I love and call cleanups, an Oregon it work,” says Andrea Neal, down to zero. tradition for 30 years, have Ph.D., founder and CEO removed 2.8 million pounds ~ National Park of trash, largely comprising of Blue Ocean Sciences, a Service scientific collaboration seekcigarette butts, fishing ropes ing healthy water solutions, and plastic bottles. Unusual in Ojai, California. “When I surf, I’m items include telephone poles and a in sync with water and air at the same 200-pound Styrofoam block. In the 2014 time.” One time during a Scandinavian spring campaign, 4,800 volunteers that snowfall, she donned a wet suit to ride treasure coastal recreational activities eight-foot waves; after splashdown, she removed an estimated 24 tons of litter emerged with ice-tipped eyelashes and and marine debris (solv.org). What West a huge grin. “I’ve never been so cold, Coasters see can also show up in Japan but it was glorious!” and vice versa, so coordinated cleanup Neal likens scuba diving to enterefforts benefit outdoor enthusiasts in ing another world, revealing nature’s both countries. undersea glories. “Crabs sneak a peek Lake Tahoe, on the California/ and you’re face-to-face with fish. Sea Nevada border, beckons paddleboard, lions want to play,” she says. “I’ve also raft, canoe and kayak aficionados. Last had great white sharks cruise by and year, volunteers for the Great Sierra give me an intimidating nudge.” River Cleanup, a Sierra Nevada Con It’s not just sharks and extreme servancy project, finessed the condition weather that swimmers, divers and water- of this recreational site by picking up a craft enthusiasts worry about these days— ton of trash in and near the water and it’s trash, too. The most basic requirement were able to recycle 600 pounds of it for safe water sports is clean water. Plas(Tinyurl.com/SierraRiverCleanup). tics, paper and other debris, ranging from Desert winds, combined with flat microscopic toxins to everyday garbage, landscapes, blow Las Vegas debris into pose life-threatening hazards to human Nevada’s Lake Mead. Operation Zero – and marine life. “I want my kids and their Citizens Removing and Eliminating Waste, kids to share in what I’ve experienced,” ferries volunteers to a cove accessible exclaims Neal, part of the global scienonly by boat to clean and enjoy the area tific community redefining clean water (Tinyurl.com/LakeMeadOperationZero).

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“In the spring, when waters are high, Rivers for Change sponsors paddling races and other California river events to highlight the importance of clean water. Starting in September and continuing through the winter months, they partner with water use organizations and land trusts to help clean up waterways like the Sacramento River.” ~ Matt Palmarillo, California 100 event director, RiversForChange.org The improved natural environment attracts visitors to the lake to try new sports like wakesurfing, riding the water behind a wave-producing boat by dropping the tow line once waves form. The more adventurous go

wakeboarding, which combines water skiing, snowboarding and surfing skills as the rider becomes airborne between waves. The more advanced sport of waterskating requires more stylish skateboarder moves. Further inland, Adopt-a-Beach volunteers help keep the Great Lakes clean. More than a beach sweep, volunteers regularly monitor litter throughout the year and perform a complete beach health assessment on each visit. The eight Great Lakes border states—Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin—benefit from teams of volunteers continually working to improve beach health (GreatLakes.org/adoptabeach). Moving south, Project AWARE cleans up Iowa’s waterways, “one stretch of river, one piece of trash at a time” (Tinyurl.com/IowaAware). Stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing are popular river activities. Paddlers collect litter en route and leave it in designated bins at access points.

In Missouri, the Big River beckons. Jeff Briggs, an insurance adjustor in High Ridge, tubes the mile-plus stretch between dams at Rockford Beach Park and Byrnes Mill. “When we’re tubing, it’s just for enjoyment,” he says. “For a longer float, we take the jon boat so there’s space to stow trash.” Table Rock Lake, in southern Missouri, draws fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. Their WK Lewis Shoreline Cleanup has removed 179 tons of trash in 10 years. In 2013, 670 volunteers filled 11 dumpsters (Tinyurl. com/WK-Lewis-Cleanup). “It takes love and commitment, patience and persistence to keep cleaning up habitats,” says Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., co-founder of four grassroots water advocacy groups. “Clean water is important though, to sustain fit life on the planet.” Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

How Trash Impacts Marine Life by Avery Mack “No matter where you live, trash can travel from your hands to storm drains to streams and on to the sea. The problem of ocean trash is entirely preventable, and you can make a difference,” advises the Ocean Conservancy. The Ocean Trash Index provides information by state and country on how much and what kind of trash enters our waterways. Each fall, data is collected during the organization’s International Coastal Cleanup oneday campaign both on land and under water. About 10 million pounds of trash was collected worldwide in 2013; of that total, 3.5 million pounds, or nearly 35 percent, originated in the U.S. The most common offenses include discarded cigarette butts and filters, food wrappers, plastic bottles and bags, beverage caps and lids, cups, plates, utensils, straws and stirrers, glass bottles, aluminum cans and paper bags. All of it could have been recycled, including the cigarettes (see RippleLife.org/butts).

Trash enters the water from illegal or thoughtless dumping, extreme weather events, a crashed plane, sunken boat, lost fishing traps, nets or lines, movie props or windblown litter. For example, a plastic bag blows out of the trash can or truck, enters a storm drain or creek and moves into rivers and the ocean, where it endangers marine life, swimmers and watercraft. Water boards in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area recognize that voluntary measures aren’t enough to solve the problem. Some cities in the Los Angeles area have implemented fullcapture systems designed to trap debris greater than five millimeters in size. Prevention is obviously the least expensive, safest and easiest way to keep water clean. To protect local, regional and global waters, follow the familiar refrain of recycle, reuse, repair and repurpose. Be thoughtful about what’s in the trash can and keep it securely closed. Move the car on street

sweeping days—along with dust, dirt and leaves, a street sweeper picks up animal waste and oil from cars. Ask for and advocate less packaging on commonly used products, stiffer fines for polluters and increased funding for enforcement and research. Knowing what comprises most trash helps consumers demand product redesigns and new policies that address the most problematic items and materials, explains Nicholas Mallos, a marine debris specialist with the Ocean Conservancy. Rippl is a free mobile application that can help users practice what they preach in making simple, sustainable choices by delivering weekly green living tips, available at OceanConservancy. org/do-your-part/rippl.html. A safe, fun day near, on, in or under the water starts with green practices at home. For details visit Tinyurl.com/ CoastalCleanupReport.

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hether urban or rural, children in our state average 4.5 minutes outdoors and four hours in front of a screen every day,” says Barbara Erickson, president of The Trustees of Reservations conservation nonprofit, in Sharon, Massachusetts. One way to disconnect kids from electronics is to go camping. Such educational, fresh air exercise is inclusive and inexpensive. David Finch, superintendent of the Dunes Edge Campground, in Provincetown, Massachusetts, suggests borrowed gear for the first outing. A backyard campout can be a rewarding trial run; each child can ask a friend to stay over and a parent and the family dog can participate. Once kids have the hang of sleeping somewhere outside their own bedroom, consider an overnight program at a local or regional zoo. Kids get a kick out of watching the animals and learning about their behaviors, diets and habitats. The Toledo Zoo, in Ohio, offers Snooze at the Zoo, including a pizza dinner, breakfast and admission the next day. Children sleep near one of the exhibits or in a safari tent. The program teaches

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animal adaptations, food chains and ecosystems and meets requirements for scout badges in a fun setting. The Irvine Nature Center, in Owings Mills, Maryland, near Baltimore, offers a rich outdoor experience. Organizers provide food, activities and camping equipment. Children first attend a fire safety class, and then help cook a meal and make s’mores. At night, participants learn how to mimic owl hoots and practice their new skills, often receiving hoots in return. Night walks sometimes include sightings of deer, bats or flying squirrels, while morning walks showcase groundhogs and birds. Jean Gazis, with the women’s and girls’ rights nonprofit Legal Momentum, in Brooklyn, New York, observes, “It’s easier to camp with small, even tiny, children, than with older kids. Babies are portable.” She recalls taking her 7-week-old infant along and nostalgically comments, “Now that the kids are 11 and 14, they don’t have as much free time.” Drive-up camping in a state park that offers facilities and planned activities sets up a good time. Gazis feels that

“It’s not how fast and how far you go, it’s what you see, smell, touch and listen to along the way. You might move only five feet in 15 minutes, but what you see and discuss will help children grow into respectful explorers and lifelong campers. Take photos and bring a journal; a child’s adventures are the best keepsakes.” ~ Stephanie Rach, founder of the Let’s Go Chipper play-based learning program, in Corte Madera, CA a destination four hours away is the limit for car trips with small children. She advises giving everyone duties. “My young son once had a great time digging a ditch around the tent when

it began to rain,” she recalls. “He kept the sleeping bags dry and got to play in the mud.” Jeff Alt, of Cincinnati, Ohio, author of Get Your Kids Hiking, suggests, “Start them young and keep it fun. Get the kids involved in the planning. My kids have gone along since they were born. We stayed at a lodge when they were small because little trekkers have a lot of gear. During the day we were out in the park exploring, always keeping in mind that kids tire out fast.” His mandatory equipment includes good walking shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. Adhering to such rules as never leave the trail or wander off and don’t pick flowers or touch animals is non-negotiable. Stephanie Wear, a biologist for The Nature Conservancy, working in Beaufort, South Carolina, has found that it’s easy to make the experience lively. “We like to do observational scavenger hunts—find the flower, the mushroom or the tree that looks like a picture and make a list of what you see. Getting out in nature sharpens observation skills, boosts creativity and improves physi-

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cal and mental health,” she says. Wear notes that her kids have listed 70 forms of life in the family’s backyard alone. Visit a local park or NatureRocks.org to take part in more activities and explore different locations. “Nature presents a great parenting tool,” she remarks. Summertime camping helps every member of the family unplug, unwind and wander along new paths.

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Rei.com/outlet Thrift shops often have inexpensive flatware and plastic/reusable dishes (cuts paper waste at the campsite), as well as clothing that carefree kids won’t have to worry about ruining; pick gender-neutral colors so T-shirts can be passed down or shared. When packing, give each child a personally labeled travel container with clothing, toothbrush and other essentials, and a current checklist to be sure each item is packed (and repacked at camp). Include other items of their choosing but if any of them don’t fit in, they don’t go along.

4 Dispose of waste properly. 4 Leave plants undisturbed. 4 Minimize campfire impacts. 4 Use a lightweight stove instead of a fire. 4 Respect wildlife. Do not follow, feed or approach animals. 4 Keep dogs tethered so they can’t chase or harm wildlife. 4 Be courteous to other visitors (no loud music). Happily share the trail and experiences. Find more tips from the Center for Outdoor Ethics at lnt.org/learn/7-principles.

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SATURDAY JULY 12

Information Session at The Graduate Institute – 5pm-6:30pm. Learn about TGI’s unique graduate programs. Register: 203-874-4252. admissions@learn.edu.

THURSDAY, JULY 10 Yoga Tune Up Master Classes w/Lillee Chandra – 11am-1pm. series of 6 classes, (7/10, 7/11, 7/12, 7/13, 7/18, 7/19). Yoga Tune Up is a whole body’system integrating elements of Yoga, calisthenics and body therapy, $55 each or $299 for 6. Fresh Yoga, 319 Peck St, New Haven, info@freshyoga.com. T’ai-chi Presentation, Discussion and Class – 7pm. w/ Bill Banick. Slow flowing, connected movement—integrate mind & body. Free. No reservation. Coupon to all. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. 203-407-8128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com. Sound Circle/Kirtan Evening – 6pm-9pm. (July 10 & 31st). Facilitated by Beth Patella and Andrew Biagirelli. $30. Therapeutic Recreation Center, 19 Hazel Terrace, Woodbridge. 203-804-5343. TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com. Full Moon Meditation w/Gayle Franceschetti – 6:30pm-8:30pm. Align w/new energies of full moon. Opportunities for allowing spiritual energies to reach human hearts and minds. Tap into this vast pool of energy. $20. 36 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford. 203-265-2927. sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net.

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FRIDAY, JULY 11 Therapeutic Riding Session Begins Miles Hill Farm – 1250 Long Hill Rd, Guilford, $360/six weeks. Animal Assisted Therapy Services. 203-8045343. TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com. Monthly Restorative Class w/Ellen Lenson – 9:30am-11am. A nurturing 90-minute restorative practice. Let go of the stress from the previous week. Allow your nervous system to deeply relax and recharge, $19 or use of class card, Fresh Yoga, 49 Orange St, New Haven. info@freshyoga.com. Full Moon Gong Relaxation – 7pm-9pm. w/ Barbara and Steve Chillemi. Experience live gong sound healing tones, yoga set, meditation to put mind/body at ease. $22. Your Community Yoga Center, 39 Putnam Ave, Hamden. 203-287-2277. YourCommunityYoga.com.

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In-Depth Body Psychotherapy and Subtle-Energy Healing for Professional Therapists and Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling

4th Annual NIGHT OF BEAUTY

ALL Thursdays, ALL 7pm

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T’ai-chi w/Bill Bannick Paleo Diet w/Dr. Margo Longenecker Botanical Medicine for Hair, Skin & Nails w/ Dr. Debra Anastasio Fourth Annual Night of Beauty with Vendors Galore, Makeovers, Massage, Samples.

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AND: Free Nutrition Counseling with Certified Nutrition Counselor: Linda Myers M-F 9-5 Thyme & Season Natural Market 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden 06518 1 mile south of Sleeping Giant/Quin. Univ; 1/4 mile north of end of Rt. 40 connector from I-91 exit 10; 1.5 miles north of Hamden Town Hall.

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Holographic Sound Healing w/Randeane Tetu – 7:30pm-8:30pm. Vibrational sound assists the body’s natural healing ability, nourishes emotional self and nurtures the soul’s highest purpose. Release old patterning/balance energy/stimulate healing. $15. Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000.

SATURDAY, JULY 12 Reiki I Certification w/RMT, Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – 9am-3pm or two 1/2-Days/ Eves. Provides empowering foundation for selfhealing, support for personal challenges/goals and treating others w/balance and love. Wallingford. $150. Pre-Class Consult/Register: 203-913-3869. PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com. “50 Shades of Ombre” Necklace Class at KanduBeads – 11am-12pm. Learn to make a beautiful ombre necklace using precious stones and chakra sets with Deb Jaffe. FREE with $15 purchase. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203793-7348. KanduBeads.com.

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Guardians of the Grail – 7pm-9pm. Mysteries of the Grail, ancient Egypt, Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Knights Templar, Alchemists, Freemason, Enoch, Atlantis and Philosopher’s Stone. America’s destiny? $25. Avant Garde, 328 East Main St, Branford. Call: 203-481-8443 or e - r e p l y a t : Av a n t g a r d e c t 1 3 @ y a h o o . c o m. AvantGardect.com.

MONDAY, JULY 14 Free Manual Therapy Therapeutic Consultation – Had physical therapy w/o relief? Try manual therapy, hands-on treatment. 40 minutes one-on-one w/staff. Feel better. Experience the difference! Call for FREE consultation. PT Services of Guilford, 500 East Main St, Ste 310. Branford. 203-315-7727. Circle of Love/Spiritual Empowerment Group w/Gayle Franceschetti – 6:30pm-8pm. Delve within to enhance your ability to tap into divine energy. Join the unconditional loving energy of this open and evolving group lead by spirit. $15. 36 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford. 203-265-2927. sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net. Your Dosha (Body-Mind Type) and reduce stress – 7pm-9pm. Deepak Chopra Certified Ayurvedic Instructor Azima, will identify your Dosha and teach you how to reduce stress. $20. Avant Garde, 328 East Main St, Branford. RSVP: 203-4818443 or e-reply at: Avantgardect13@yahoo.com. AvantGardect.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 15 Goddess, Tarot, Rune & Past Life Readings w/ Lisa Morrison – 12pm-4pm. Lisa believes that readings should be a balance of humor, healing and inspiration. Her goal is to help restore balance and encourage wholeness of self. $1/min. Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000. EnchantedGuilfordct.com. Tips and Tricks to Reducing Your Carbon Footprint – 2pm. w/ green team, Rangers Jess and Mike. Come learn how to compost, construct an easy home composting system, what and how to recycle, and alternative methods to help reduce household waste. Free. Ansonia Nature Ctr, 10 Deerfield Rd, Ansonia. Register: 203-736-1053. Moonshine and Firefly Night Hike – 7:30pm. Rangers Martin and Mike will follow the wooded paths in the park looking for glowworms in the leaf litter. Conclude with an explosion of beetles in the Lampyridae family, better known as lightning bugs and fireflies. $1/person. Ansonia Nature Ctr, 10 Deerfield Rd, Ansonia. Register: 203-736-1053.

SUNDAY, JULY 13 Journey Dance – 10:30am-12pm. Facilitated by Alicia Genovese. $15. Therapeutic Recreation Center, 19 Hazel Terrace, Woodbridge. TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com. Reiki I Class with Anita Jones, RMT – 1pm-6pm. Learn about Reiki energy, its history and how to use it for yourself and others. Attunement given. Certificate and manual included. Hamden. $125. Info/Registration: 203-415-4791.

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Community Acupuncture – 6pm-7pm. Please call with questions or to reserve your spot. Space is limited. $25/person. Note new location and phone number: 1 Bradley Rd, Suite 503, Woodbridge. 203-941-0366. Group Past Life Regression – 6:30pm-8:30pm. Discover reasons for current fears, recurring dreams or personality tendencies. Attendees explore past lives, learn reasons for repeat patterns or why they were born to a certain family. $20. Wallingford. Contact Gayle: 203-265-2927. sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 Meditation & Feng Shui for the Chakras w/ RMT/Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – 6:30pm8:30pm (& Tues. 7/22). Engage w/[+]Energy insights/skills/habits for lasting, healthy transformation. Create more love for self/those around you. $25; 2 at $20/Class. Wallingford. Register: 203-913-3869 or PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com. A Circle of Women – 7pm-9pm. Join in sacred space to discover and strengthen your authentic self. Celebrate “womens’ ways.” Live in rhythm with the seasons. Healing the world one woman at a time. $25. Central Wallingford. Call Susan to reserve space: 203-645-1230.

THURSDAY, JULY 17 Reiki Level I and II Certification – 6pm-9pm. Facilitated by Craig Gilbert. $50/session Therapeutic Recreation Center, 19 Hazel Terrace. Woodbridge. 203-804-5343. TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com.

Practical Paleo: The Paleo Diet Simplified and Explained – 7pm. w/Dr. Margot Longenecker ND. Learn how it works and why; helpful tips to get started. Free. No reservation. Coupon to all. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. 203-4078128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 18 Monthly Yin/Yang Yoga Intensive w/Melissa Hall – 9:30am-11am. Strengthen your muscles with 45 minutes of vinyasa. Then, stretch & restore your connective tissue and joints with 45 minutes of yin. $19 or use of class card. Fresh Yoga, 49 Orange St, New Haven. info@freshyoga.com. Sound Healing Experience – 7pm-8pm. Come feel the penetrating power of vibration! Using Tibetan bowls, drums, and her training as a healer, Branwen will create a safe resonant heart space for you to relax into your true being. $15. Revive Wellness, 687 Whalley Ave, New Haven. Register at: 203393-1717. Earthdancing.com. Develop Your Intuition – 7pm-8:30pm. w/Lisa Morrison. Develop a deeper understanding of yourself. Focus/enhance your innate gifts. Creative exercises using intuitive tools for reading and healing. Crystals, oracle cards and pendelums will be introduced. $20. Enchanted,1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000.

SATURDAY, JULY 19 Reiki II Cert. w/RMT, Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – 9am-3pm or two 1/2-Days/Eves. Receive empowering keys to mental-emotional clarity and balance and love that transcend time and space w/support for empathic challenges. Wallingford. $175. Pre-Class Consult/Register: 203-913-3869. PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com. Stamped Metal Jewelry Class at KanduBeads – 11am-12pm. Hammer out some frustration while creating jewelry with metal stamps! Make personalized pendants with beaded elements. FREE with $15 purchase. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203-793-7348. Free Reiki at Thyme & Season – 11am-3pm. (First and 3rd Saturday of Every Month!) Tranquil Healing Reiki provided by Usui Reiki Master Anita Jones. 10-15 min free session. No reservation. Thyme & Season Natural Market, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. 203-407-8128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com. Viking Knit Chain Class with Kris Quinn – 1pm4pm. Learn to make intricate, hand woven jewelry chain for chakra jewelry made from knitted wire with guest artist Kris Quinn. $60. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203-793-7348. KanduBeads.com. Creatures of Long Island Sound – 2pm. Want to cuddle up to a crab? Sing a song to a snail? Learn about the creatures who share Long Island Sound with us? Come see and touch our salt water tank residents with Ranger Dawn! Free. Ansonia Nature Ctr, 10 Deerfield Rd, Ansonia. Register: 203-736-1053.

SUNDAY, JULY 20 Reiki II Class with Anita Jones, RMT – 1pm-6pm. Increase your Reiki knowledge and energy. Learn the basic symbols and distant healing. Attunement given. Certificate and manual included. Hamden. $150. Info/Registration: 203-415-4791.

Clear your Chakras – 6pm-8pm. Meet your Spirit Guide/loved ones w/Jean Mandeville –TransMedium.Journey to Akashic records. Learn 2 new exercises – Energy streaming and Two Paths. Class end – Jean’s Guides will be available for Q&A. $35 Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000. EnchantedGuilfordct.com.

Gongs and Himalayan Singing Bowls Healing Meditation – 7pm-8:30pm. Float blissfully into meditative state, de-stress, induce alpha and theta brainwave patterns and boost immune system, immerse yourself in full harmonics of gongs and bowls. $15. Avant Garde, 328 East Main St, Branford. 203-481-8443. AvantGardect.com.

Inspirational movie and Meditation – 7pm9pm. The eternal message and wisdom of the Mystics. Explore unity of humanity, binding all faiths and the answers to existence plus a Guided meditation. $5 donation. Avant Garde, 328 East Main St, Branford. Call: 203-481-8443 or e-reply at: Av a n t g a r d e c t 1 3 @y a h o o . c o m . AvantGardect.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 24

MONDAY, JULY 21 PT Services of Guilford Offers Free Hand Pain Screening – Hands always aching? Want to find relief without injections or medications? Come in for a FREE hand pain screening. Feel better! 500 East Main St. Ste. 310. Branford. 203-315-7727. Engineering with Lego program at CT Experiential Learning Center – (Mon-Fri, July 21-25). 9am-12pm: grades 3-5 and 1pm -4pm: grades 6-8. Build elaborate objects and explore fundamental principles of engineering and physics. $140 per participant. Learn more and sign up at: Play-Well.org. The Equine Experience – 9am-3pm. (Mon-Thurs). Ages 7-15 years. $425/week. Miles Hill Farm. 1250 Long Hill Road. Guilford. Administrated by Animal Assisted Therapy Services. 203-804-5343. TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com.

All-inclusive mini-retreat open only to parents who have lost children – (July 24-25). Spirit communication by a Certified medium, discussion groups, special presentations and much more. An intimate gathering among people who truly understand your loss. 631-425-7707. ForeverFamilyFoundation.org. Beautiful Hair Skin and Nails: Botanical Medicines for a Beautiful You – 7pm. w/Dr. Debra Anastasio ND. Free. No reservation. Coupon to all attendees. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. For info. call: 203-407-8128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

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THE INSTITUTE OF SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION MEET & GREET and TOUR of HOLCOMB FARM TUESDAY, JULY 22 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 6:30-8pm Meet staff and students, tour the farm and garden, enjoy our wild edibles, whip up a simple dish. Learn about our one-year certification program.

FREE

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Advanced Metaphysical Healing 9am-6pm $450

Sept 20

Magic Drumming Concert No prerequisites 8-9:30pm $15

Sept 22

Rainbow Reiki Parents & Children Energy work for a happy family 9am-6pm $220

Sept 23

Rainbow Reiki Loving Relationships 9am-6pm $220

Sept 24

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Grief Retreat – (July 25-27). An all-inclusive weekend at Guest House in Chester designed to open minds to the reality that there is life beyond physical death. Small workshops with grief professionals, mediums, meditations, psychic development and much more. 631-425-7707. ForeverFamilyFoundation.org.

Mud Madness – 1pm-4pm. Be prepared to get muddy! Mud slides, mud pools, mud pies, mud art, and mud fun. Find the mud and dress for the occasion! A chance to celebrate nature and the great outdoors by getting muddy. Join us for this fun filled afternoon. Free. Ansonia Nature Ctr, 10 Deerfield Rd, Ansonia. Register: 203-736-1053.

Sound Healing Experience – 7pm-8pm. Come feel the penetrating power of vibration! Using Tibetan bowls, drums, and her training as a healer, Branwen will create a safe resonant heart space for you to relax into your true being. $15. 41 Village Ln, Bethany. Register at: 203-393-1717. Earthdancing.com.

Quartz Crystal bowl concert w/ Randeane – 7pm-8:30pm. Shift the energy in and around your body. Experience physical, spiritual and emotional wellbeing under an illuminated celestial ceiling. $15. Avant Garde, 328 East Main St, Branford. RSVP: 203-481-8443 or e-reply at: Avantgardect13@yahoo.com. AvantGardect.com.

NIGHT OF BEAUTY: Thyme & Season’s 4th Annual Beauty Extravaganza! – 7pm–9pm. Featuring demos, makeovers, hair coloring advice, health and beauty reps from all major organic/ natural co’s, local vendors and practitioners. Certified Nutrition Counselor. Free. No reservation. 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. 203-407-8128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 26 Reiki III ART Cert. w/RMT Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – 9am-3pm or two 1/2-Days or Eves. $200. Promote/Deepen personal and client lasting, healthy transformations. Advanced Techniques w/ Crystal/Stone healing and manifesting grids. Wallingford. Pre-Class Consult/Register: 203-913-3869. PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com. Polymer Bead Making Class at KanduBeads – 11am-12pm. Join us for a fun class on using textures, small crystals and designs to create unique, polymer clay beads! FREE with $15 Purchase. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203-793-7348. KanduBeads.com. Precious Metal Clay Class at KanduBeads – 12:30pm-4:30pm. Learn to use clay infused with precious metals to create a unique jewelry piece. Incorporate chakra stones for healing purposes. $80. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203-793-7348. KanduBeads.com.

MONDAY, JULY 28 Free Shoulder Consultation at PT Services of Guilford – Why suffer with shoulder pain when something can be done about it? Come see staff for a FREE shoulder consultation. Find pain relief without medication! PT Services of Guilford, 500 East Main St, Ste 310. Branford. 203-315-7727. Circle of Love/Spiritual Empowerment Group w/Gayle Franceschetti – 6:30pm-8pm. Delve within to enhance your ability to tap into divine energy. Join the unconditional loving energy of this open and evolving group lead by spirit. $15. 36 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford. 203-265-2927. sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 Free Reiki at Thyme & Season – 11am-3pm. (First and 3rd Saturday of Every Month!) Tranquil Healing Reiki provided by Usui Reiki Master Anita Jones. 10-15 min free session. No reservation. Thyme & Season Natural Market, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden. 203-407-8128 x2. ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 4 Free Foot Screening at PT Services of Guilford – Call today to find out more about Anodyne Therapy for foot pain. Increase circulation, reduce pain and stiffness. Feel better! PT Services of Guilford, 500 East Main St, Ste 310. Branford. 203-315-7727.

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ongoingevents sunday Sunday Morning Yoga – 8am-9am. This Kripalu based practice will stretch and tone muscles, relieve stress and anxiety. Class geared toward all levels, modifications always given. Hour-long class will leave attendees feeling restored and replenished. IFoundFitness, 190 Main St, Deep River. Info: 860-961-4507.

monday CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford accepting applications for 5th-8th grade students – Dynamic middle school offers small classes that combine exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences. Register now. Call: 203-433-4658 or email: mandm@CTExperiential.org. $5 Community Flow at Fresh Yoga – All are welcome. All students will be encouraged to move mindfully, feel every breath and explore their own unique expression of each yoga pose. No experience necessary. Fresh Yoga, 49 Orange St, New Haven. For times/details: 203-776-9642, Freshyoga.com. Weekly Mediums – Mon-Sat (June 15-August 23). Mediums offer readings, workshops, and Temple Services. Costs vary per visiting medium. Pine Grove Spiritualist Camp, 34 S Pine St, Niantic. For complete listings, visit: PineGroveSpiritualistCamp.com. Moderate Yoga – 8:45am-9:45am. A Kripalu inspired class that unites breath with movement. This is a well-rounded class that both tones and stretches the body. IFoundFitness, 190 Main St, Deep River. Info: 860-961-4507. Engineering with Lego program at CT Experiential Learning Center – (July 21-25). 9am-12pm: grades 3-5 and 1pm -4pm: grades 6-8. Build elaborate objects and explore fundamental principles of engineering and physics. $140 per participant. Learn more and sign up at: Play-Well.org.

Yoga with Marlene – 10:30am/7:15pm (classes also offered Tues. 9:30am/6:30pm, Wed. 6:30pm, Thurs.10am/6:30pm, & Fri. 9:30am). Yoga classes for all ages and problems in a serene atmosphere with emphasis on stress-management. 1221 Village Walk, Guilford. Info: 203-453-5360. Iyengar Yoga: Fundamentals and Level I – 6pm. Align and awaken yourself as you deepen your understanding of yoga. Individual attention given. Expert instruction. Yoga in Middletown, 438 Main St, 860-347-YOGA (9642). Yogainmiddletown.com. Qigong for Health – 7pm-8 pm. Learn a practice that invigorates the internal energy, relieves stress, tones and stretches the muscles and connects the mind and body. $15/class. Tranquil Mountain Internal Arts. Location: Shoreline Center for Wholistic Health, 35 Boston St, Guilford. Info: 860-301-6433. tmiarts.com. Vinyasa with Matan Cohen-Citron – 7:45pm9pm. Vinyasa, which means breath-synchronized movement, is a vigorous style based on the performance of a series of poses called Sun Salutations, in which movement is matched to the breath. Fresh Yoga, 49 Orange St, New Haven. For times/details: 203-776-9642. Freshyoga.com.

tuesday CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford accepting applications for 5th-8th grade students – Dynamic middle school offers small classes that combine exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences. Register now. Call: 203-433-4658 or email: mandm@CTExperiential.org. Intuitive Readings w/Susan Margaret – 11am3pm (Tuesdays & Sat 7/5). A medium who has done psychic readings for 43 years, Susan uses playing cards/basic astrology & reads palms in her readings. $1/min. Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000. EnchantedGuilfordct.com. Healthy-Steps, The Lebed Method – 3:45pm4:45pm. w/Susan Sandel. Gentle therapeutic exercise/mvmnt prog. Helpful for breast cancer survivors/chronic health conditions. Free. Sponsor: Middlesex Hosp. Ctr. for Survivorship and Integrative Medicine, Madison. Details: 203-457-1656.

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Yin Yoga with Heidi Sormaz – 4:30pm-5:30pm. In Yin Yoga, floor postures are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive ‘stress’ on the deep layers of connective tissue in the body. Fresh Yoga, 49 Orange St, New Haven. 203-776-9642. Freshyoga.com. Mom and Me Yoga – 5:30pm-6:00pm. A playful class for children and babies under the age of 8. You will learn basic yoga postures while sharing lots of hugs and giggles! Patricia’s School of Dance, Commerce Park, 202 North Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford. Wallingfordyogi@gmail.com. Dancing Through Pregnancy: Total Pregnancy Fitness – 6pm-7pm. Social support and expertise on stress, discomfort and fitness during pregnancy, birthing and motherhood. Time-tested and evidence based. 4 classes: $40m/$60nm; $15m/$20nm per class. JCC, 360 Amity Rd, Woodbridge. Susan Donovan: 203-387-2522. Kripalu Yoga – 6pm-7:15pm. Join Chauce Perrault, RYT from Redhouse yoga for this 75 minute all levels class. Mats and supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own. At Diversified Physical Therapy, 1260 East Main St, Meriden. For more info, call: 203-415-3271 Gentle Stretch – 6:15-7:15pm. Stretch, strengthen and relax the body and mind in a class designed for students of all levels. You will gain flexibility, balance and peace of mind. Patricia’s School of Dance, Commerce Park, 202 North Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford. Wallingfordyogi@gmail.com. Free weekly Tuesday Meditation classes – 6:30pm-7:30pm. Offered by Shambala Meditation Center at New Haven Free Public Library. 133 Elm St, New Haven. 203-946-8130 x200. Free Reiki Sessions: The Universal Reiki Plan – 7:30pm-8:30pm (& 8:30pm-9:30pm Thurs.). Reiki teachers Jeannette and Jim of ReikiOvertones and students offer free Reiki sessions. Appt. only. Love offering appreciated. 95 Harris St, Fairfield. Details: Jim and Jeannette 203-254-3958. info@ReikiOvertones.com.

wednesday CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford accepting applications for 5th-8th grade students – Dynamic middle school offers small classes that combine exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences. Register now. Call: 203-433-4658 or email: mandm@CTExperiential.org.

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Wellness Wednesdays – Pamper with Spa Facial and cut and style w/ Alberto $85 ($120 Value). Shop our eco-friendly, fair trade, metaphysical boutique and get 10% off with this ad. Avant Garde Holistic Center Salon Spa Boutique (Body Mind & Soul Experience), 328 E Main St, Branford. 203-4818443. AvantGardeCT.com. Moderate Yoga – 8:45am-9:45am & 6:15pm7:15pm (follows 5:30-6pm spin class). A Kripalu inspired class that unites breath with movement. This is a well-rounded class that both tones and stretches the body. IFoundFitness, 190 Main St, Deep River. Info: 860-961-4507. Emei Wujigong Qigong Group Practice – 12pm1pm. Experience a qigong form for rebalancing and strengthening body, mind and spirit. For all abilities and levels of health. Schedule Available online. 1st class free (reg. $5). Holistic Therapies Classroom, Wallingford. EmeiQigongChan.com. Weekly Wednesday Library Yoga Classes at New Haven Free Public Library – 1pm-2pm. $5, payable to instructor. Bring your own mat. Various instructors. 133 Elm St, New Haven. 203-946-7091. Intermediate/Advanced Yoga – 5:30pm-7:15pm. With Sandra Kopell, Lyengar Teacher Training Graduate. Refine your asana practice with in-depth instruction and sophisticated sequencing in our fully equipped studio. Yoga in Middletown, 438 Main St, 860-347-YOGA (9642). Yogainmiddletown.com. Stony Creek Yoga for Stress Relief – 5:45pm7pm. Classes taught by Gina Macdonald MA, LPC. Will emphasize the breath with flowing movement. $10/session. Walk-ins welcome. Willoughby Wallace Library. 146 Thimble Island Rd, Stony Creek. Contact Gina: 203-710-6665. Yoga with Marlene – 6:30pm (classes also offered Mon. 10:30am/7:15pm, Tues. 9:30am/6:30pm, Thurs.10am/6:30pm, & Fri. 9:30am). Yoga classes for all ages and problems in a serene atmosphere with emphasis on stress-management. 1221 Village Walk, Guilford. Info: 203-453-5360. Soul of Happiness Club – 7pm-9pm (second Wednesday of every month). June discussion: “Be happy now, today.” For information and location call Juliette: 203-305-8091 or email juliette@juliettestorch.com.

thursday CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford accepting applications for 5th-8th grade students – Dynamic middle school offers small classes that combine exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences. Register now. Call: 203-433-4658 or email: mandm@CTExperiential.org. The Milford Chamber’s ‘Health & Wellness Council’ – 8:30am-9:30am. (2nd Thurs. monthly). Group is comprised of businesses in the health and wellness industry. 5 Broad St, Milford. 203-8780681. prisco@priscopr.com, Milfordct.com. Readings w/Julie – 11am-3pm. Intuitive clairvoyant in practice for 5 yrs, Julie assists through divination of animal totems, meditation and ancient tarot w/messages of the past to bring clarity/vision to the future. $1/minute. Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000. EnchantedGuilfordct.com.

New Haven / Middlesex

Healthy-Steps, The Lebed Method – 3pm-4pm. w/Susan Sandel. Gentle therapeutic exercise/mvmnt prog. Helpful for breast cancer survivors/chronic health conditions. Free. Sponsor: Middlesex Hosp. Ctr. for Survivorship and Integrative Medicine. Middletown. Details: 203-457-1656. Iyengar Yoga – 5:30pm: Back Care and Fundamentals, 7pm: Levels I & II or All Levels Monthly Restorative. Align and awaken yourself as you deepen your understanding of yoga. Expert instruction. Yoga in Middletown, 438 Main St, 860-347-YOGA (9642). Yogainmiddletown.com. Restorative Yoga with Ellen Lenson – 5:45pm7:15pm. Each supported pose is held for 5-20 minutes, allowing the body time to unwind and stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system for deep rest and restoration. Fresh Yoga, 319 Peck St, New Haven. Freshyoga.com. Emei Wujigong Qigong Group Practice – 6:30pm7:30pm. (Every Thurs. except the 1st Thurs. of month). Experience a qigong form for rebalancing and strengthening body, mind and spirit. For all abilities and levels of health. Schedule Available online. 1st class free (reg. $5). Holistic Therapies Classroom, Wallingford. EmeiQigongChan.com. Qigong Group Healing & Silent Meditation – 6:30pm-8pm (1st Thurs. of the month). All levels of health addressed. No experience necessary. Fee: donation. Holistic Therapies Classroom, 15 South Elm St, Wallingford. Contact Pat for more information if this is 1st attendance: 203-500-6492. Feng Shui and 7 Main Chakras w/RMT/Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – 6:30pm-8:30pm (starts 9/4). Learn to stimulate focus & flow to release, refresh, balance w/[+] Energy Crystals, EFT and Guided Imagery $197/4 Class Series Reg. by 8/8 for $25 Bonus. 203-913-3869. PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com.

friday CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford accepting applications for 5th-8th grade students – Dynamic middle school offers small classes that combine exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences. Register now. Call: 203-433-4658 or email: mandm@CTExperiential.org. Yoga with Marlene – 9:30am (classes also offered Mon. 10:30am/7:15pm, Tues. 9:30am/6:30pm, Wed. 6:30pm, & Thurs.10am/6:30pm). Yoga classes for all ages and problems in a serene atmosphere with emphasis on stress-management. 1221 Village Walk, Guilford. Info: 203-453-5360. Intuitive Readings w/Susane Grasso – 11am-3pm. (Sat 7/19; Sun 7/27). Usui and Karuna Reiki Master and Clairvoyant Susane sees auras/mirrors of soul/ emotions and physical being. Now also a certified Doreen Virtue Angel Reader. $1/min. Enchanted, 1250 Boston Post Rd, Guilford. 203-453-4000. EnchantedGuilfordct.com. $5 Fresh Yoga Community Class – 4:30pm5:30pm. All are welcome. All students will be encouraged to move mindfully, feel every breath and explore their own unique expression of each yoga pose. No experience necessary. Fresh Yoga, 319 Peck St, New Haven. 203-776-9642. Freshyoga.com.

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saturday Reiki Practitioner Certifications: wRMT/Holistic Coach Diane Esposito – Why Reiki? When we awaken mental/emotional/energetic clarity and balance w/the power of love anything is possibleeven with prickly people/challenges/changes. Wallingford. Free Preclass consult: 203-913-3869. PersonalHarmonyandHealth.com. Summer workshops at CT’s oldest Spiritualist Camp – Camp open 6/14 - 8/23. Workshop times and lengths vary. Workshops will cover a wide range of topics. Pine Grove Spiritualist Camp. 34 S Pine St, Niantic. PineGroveSpiritualistCamp.com. Downtown Milford Farmer’s Market – 9am-1pm. (every Sat. through Oct. 11th). CT-grown and made fresh produce; grass-fed beef; baked goods; handmade soaps; plants; hand-crafted jewelry; live entertainment; special events for kids and more. Location: parking lot at 58 River St, Downtown Milford. Info: 203-530-0103. info@downtownmilfordct.org. Weekly Tai Chi classes – 11:30am-12:30pm. offered by Kathleen Brenner at New Haven Free Public Library, 133 Elm St. $8, payable to instructor. 203-946-7091. Stony Creek Yoga for Stress Relief – 5:45pm7pm. Classes taught by Gina Macdonald MA, LPC. Will emphasize the breath with flowing movement. $10/session. Walk-ins welcome. Willoughby Wallace Library. 146 Thimble Island Rd, Stony Creek. Contact Gina: 203-710-6665. Free Jewelry-Making Classes – 11am-12pm. Free jewelry-making classes at KanduBeads Jewelry Studio and Bead Store with $15 purchase. Join us every Sat. for fun, one hour intro to jewelry-making at our studio. KanduBeads, 346 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford. 203-793-7348. KanduBeads.com. ReikiShare: The Universal Reiki Plan – 11am1:30pm. Pre-register to share Reiki and join in a FREE workshop to make it a Reiki day! The 3rd Sat. of every month. Free (“love offering”). Bloodroot Rest. 85 Ferris St, Bridgeport. Reservation only. Jim or Jeannette: 203-254-3958. info@ReikiOvertones.com. Pilates – 1pm-2pm. w/Certified Pilates Instructor. Pilates exercises develop strength, flexibility and breath control as they address both spinal mobility and stability. Beginners welcome. Yoga in Middletown, 438 Main St, 860-347-YOGA (9642). Yogainmiddletown.com.

classifieds Fee for classifieds is $15 for up to 300 characters & spaces and 5 cents per extra character & space. Submit online at NaturalNewHaven.com. Deadline is the 12th of the month.

ALLERGY RELIEF ARE YOU SNIFFLING, SNEEZING OR WHEEZING? – Do you have asthma, hay fever, sinusitis, eczema or other allergy symptoms? At Advanced Allergy Relief, we offer a safe, rapid elimination of allergic reactions. NO AVOIDANCE, NO MEDICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTS, NO NEEDLES, NON-INVASIVE CHILD-FRIENDLY, EFFECTIVE. 203-239-3400. aarct.com.

ALS SUPPORT THE ALS ASSOCIATION CONNECTICUT CHAPTER – Leading the fight to treat & cure ALS through research & advocacy while empowering people w/Lou Gehrig’s Disease & their families to live fuller lives w/compassionate care & support. 4 Oxford Road, Unit D4. Milford. 203-874-5050. WebCT.alsa.org.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH BHcare – A state-licensed, non-profit behavioral health care provider serving Lower Naugatuck Valley, Greater New Haven & Shoreline communities. It provides comprehensive behavioral health, prevention & domestic violence services to improve the lives & health of individuals, families & communities. 203-736-2601. bhcare.org.

HEALTH, EXERCISE & WELL-BEING THE ANSWER IS YES, WALKING WORKS! – Get motivated today by joining a diverse membership of women walkers. Find a walking partner near you. WomenWalking.net. PartnershipInCommunity.

HELP WANTED PRACTITIONERS AND HAIR STYLISTS – Be part of a team of like minded professionals in shoreline’s only salon, spa & holistic center. Career opportunity to rent space or be employed in an environment of peace & positive energy. Many perks! 203-481-8443 AvantGardect.com.

HEMORRHOIDS GOT HEMORRHOIDS? – Now there is an easy non-surgical treatment that eliminates bleeding, pain, and swelling of hemorrhoids. It is quick, painless, and effective. There is no need to suffer any longer.Covered by most insurance. Call The Life Center for RELIEF. 203-239-3400. TheLifeCenterofct.com.

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HYPNOSIS/ LIFE COACHING

2014

HYPNOSIS THERAPY CENTER – Providing the help you need to Relax & Resolve: stress, anger, anxiety, emotional issues, bad habits or the past. Life Coaching for personal & professional development. Psychic Readings for insights or Music Therapy to re-balance the mind & body. Madison. 203-245-6927.

JANUARY

health & wellness

plus: health coaches FEBRUARY

rethinking heart health plus: stress relief

LYME DISEASE

MARCH

AMERICAN LYME DISEASE FOUNDATION – Dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment, of Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. Lyme, CT. Info: aldf.com.

food & garden

plus: gluten-free foods APRIL

green living

CT LYME RIDERS, INC. – Founded in 2007 by motorcyclists Sandy Brule & Tony Gargano. A 501(c)(3) non profit public charity aiming to bring awareness to the public about Lyme Disease. Events & info. 860-537-0255, ctlymeriders.com.

women’s wellness

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING

inspired living

plus: healthy home MAY

plus: bodywork JUNE

ANNAHAVEN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES – Provides treatment for depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), ADHD, Obesity, spiritual counseling and anger management for adults and children. Call now to schedule an appointment. 203-606-2071. You have the right to be HAPPY. CounselingwithAnnaMartin.com.

plus: men’s wellness JULY

food watch

plus: natural medicine cabinet AUGUST

transformative education plus: children’s health SEPTEMBER

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE AMITY – Dynamic, integrative practice expanding, currently ND, LMT, Bowen Reiki. Looking for like-minded practitioners. Newly renovated well lit w/ground level entrance, views of West Rock. Easy access to Routes 15, 69, 63 Whalley Ave. Searching for Integrative Medicine, NP, CNM, DO, PA or MSW, etc. Please contact clinic director Dr. Lou Cofrancesco. drlou@cofrancescochiropractic.com. SPACE FOR RENT OR SHARED – Southbury, CT Exit 16 off I 84. Perfect for the practitioner or professional wanting to get out of their house! Shared waiting room, utilities included. Internet is extra. Call Heidi at 203-733-1805.

conscious caretaking plus: yoga

OCTOBER

sustainable communities plus: chiropractic and acupuncture NOVEMBER

personal empowerment plus: beauty

DECEMBER

awakening humanity plus: holiday themes

WARDROBE EMPOWERMENT M A K E Y O U R WA R D R O B E Y O U R SUPPORT SYSTEM – A 2-hour consultation provides you with an in-depth color analysis and personalized color palette. Discover the patterns and textures perfect for you. Find your style. Be empowered. Joan Gilbert. Hamden, CT. 828-551-0420. Joansusan.star@gmail.com.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide visit our website NaturalNewHaven.com and click our Advertise menu. ALLERGY

APPLIED KINESIOLOGY

ADVANCED ALLERGY RELIEF

Kevin Healy, DC

Do you have asthma, hay fever, sinusitis, excema or other allergy symptoms? Are you careful about what you eat because of food allergies or intolerances? At Advanced Allergy Relief, we offer a safe, rapid elimination of allergic reactions. No medication, No Needles, Child friendly, Effective.

Applied Kinesiology is neurological evaluation to find dysfunction. It addresses problems instead of chasing pains. Dr. Healy tests if a therapy benefits the dysfunction and finds immediate answers about which result in the most improvement. Chiropractic, craniosacral, myofascial, and acupressure are among the therapies Dr. Healy uses. No single cure exists since disease (which includes a state of dysfunction) typically involves many areas of the body. The goal of any therapy-physical, chemical, or emotional-is to improve function, and a combination of therapies has the best results. See ad on page 38.

Anne Mitchell, ND North Haven and West Hartford Offices 203-239-3400 aarct.com

Shoreline Natural Health Care, LLC

Specializing in Advanced Allergy Therapeutics Betty Brainerd, ND Guilford, CT 203-738-0020 DrBrainerd.com

EDUCATION

Are you suffering from allergies or sensitivites? Would you like to live life without medications or the need to avoid certain foods, animals, or other offending substances? We can help you. Our Advanced Allergy Therapeutics results in elimination of allergic reactions. Noninvasive, no needles, safe for all ages.

ALTERNATIVE HEALING ARTS PERSONALHARMONYANDHEALTH.COM Wallingford, CT 203-913-3869

Improve your quality of life w/ empowering guidance & support. Move to the Heart of Healing w/ Diane Esposito, RMT/Holistic Coach/author of Play, Heal, Love! The Art of Creating Healthy Relationships. Be inspired; create habits & boundaries that heal w/in-person or phone Readings, Reiki, Reflexology, EFT, Angelspeake, Meditation. See ad on page 39.

New Haven / Middlesex

Madison, CT 203-245-9317 kevinhealy@sbcglobal.net DrHealMe.com

CONNECTICUT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING CENTER 28 School Street Branford, CT 06405 203-433-4658 mandm@CTExperiential.org http://CTEXperiential.org

CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) of Branford is a dynamic middle school program that provides small classes and combines exceptional academics with hands-on and real-world learning experiences to fit the academic, social, and emotional needs of the 5thâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8th grade student. Contact us to schedule a visit or for more information at: mandm@CTExperiential.org or call 203-433-4658. See ad on page 11.

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THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE (TGI)

Accredited, Non-profit Graduate School offering holistic programs in contemporary and emerging fields 203-874-4252 Learn.edu The Graduate Institute offers holistic masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degrees and certificate programs for adult learners. Programs include Integrative Health and Healing, Ecotherapy and Cultural Sustainability, Writing and Oral Tradition, Organizational Leadership, Integrative Health Coaching and Patient Navigation, and more. See ad on page 11.

HEALTH COACHING HOLISTICALLY WELL

Gina Ledwith 7 Orchard Park Road, Unit 5 Madison, CT 06443 203-278-2195 HolisticallyWell.com Ready to be free of dieting restrictions and deprivation? Gina will show you how to easily lose weight with a whole foods approach that will leave you feeling satisfied and amazing! She specializes in weight loss, digestive health and healing with food. Change your life! Call today for a free session! See ad on page 24.

HEALTH FOOD thyme and season natural market

3040 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 203-407-8128 Our 17th year! Open 7 days : M-F 8:00-7:30; Sat 9-7; Sun 10-5 ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com One of the largest selections of natural, organic, non-GMO, glutenfree & vegan foods in the area - local produce, organic & free-range meats / poultry, local artisan cheese, sustainable fish, organic baby food, quality pet food & remedies, safe cleaning & paper products, fair trade chocolate & coffee. Vitamin, mineral, herb and whole food supplements, homeopathic & ayurvedic remedies and a Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you; Health Talks by health profs Thurs eves Spring & Fall. Pick up a healthy hot breakfast or lunch MonSat: 4 entrees & 6 soups plus salads, sandwiches, sushi, & wraps. A dedicated helpful staff. Now offering Dinners-to-Go. See ad on page 21.

communityresourceguide HOLISTIC DENTIST MARK A. BREINER, DDS, FIAOMT

5520 Park Ave, Ste 301, Ffld Town Line Merritt Pkwy, Exit 47 203-371-0300 WholeBodyDentistry.com Dr. Mark A. Breiner is a pioneer and recognized authority in the field of holistic dentistry. With over 30 years of experience, he is a sought after speaker and lecturer. His popular consumer book, Whole-Body Dentistry, has been sold worldwide. See ad on page 21.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS

HYPNOSIS/REIKI

Shoreline Natural Health Care, LLC

CONNECTICUT HYPNOSIS Heidi Vollmer, M.Ed, CH Southbury, CT 203-733-1805 CTHypnosis.com

Betty Brainerd, ND Guilford, CT 203-738-0020 DrBrainerd.com

We use hypnosis, NLP, past life regression and Reiki to help you with weight loss, freedom from smoking and stress reduction. Now taking the first step toward a healthy life is effortless with our free initial screening and affordable payment plans designed to fit any budget. Ask us how to become a hypnotist yourself.

HOLISTIC THERAPIST EARTH DANCE

Branwen OShea-Refai, LCSW Bethany, CT 203-393-1717 EarthDancing.com Branwen, a LCSW, Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Sound Healer, Healing Touch Practioner, and Intuitive has 17 years experience as a holistic counselor. Utilizing Yoga, Talk Therapy, Sound Healing, Meditation, and Energetic Wellness. Treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, pain, and stress in children and adults.

HOLISTIC CENTER AVANT GARDE

328 East Main Street Branford, CT 203-481-8443 AvantGardeCT.com a body mind & soul

experience

Body, mind & soul experience to PAMPER honor all aspects SHOP of one’s being, in RESTORE a Mediterranean retreat ambience. Ayurveda; Reiki; Hypnotherapy; Psychic Medium; Shamanic Practices; Sacred Geometry; Heartmath; Kirtan; Yoga; Meditations; Crystal Bowl Healing; Harmonic Gong Immersion; & Inspirational Movies. Fair trade, eco-friendly, metaphysical, jewelry, gifts, hand-made crystals, décor, natural hair/skincare. Hair artistry, color, hilite, curly hair experts, spa facials, microderms & massage. See ad on page 9. SALON • SPA • BOUTIQUE • HOLISTIC CENTER 328 East Main Street, Branford

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JOANN DUNSING

Consulting Hypnotist 57 Plains Road, Milford, CT 203-907-7710 JoannDunsing@gmail.com JoannDunsing.com

Effective treatment of chronic Lyme disease, digestive issues, arthritis, diabetes, fatigue, weight gain, PMS/menopause, etc. Personalized care may include detection of healthcompromising factors, diet/lifestyle counseling, detox, far infrared sauna, herbal/nutritional supplements, homeopathy & acupuncture. Also: advanced allergy detection/treatment for the whole family (no needles).

WHOLE-BODY MEDICINE, LLC

In the relaxed state of hypnosis the critical conscious mind quiets down and the subconscious mind becomes highly alert. The mind is open and ready to receive self-empowering suggestions. This is where unhealthy core beliefs can become as a distant memory and new beliefs take hold to change your life. When nothing else has worked, why not Consider Hypnosis even now? See ad on page 25.

Adam Breiner, ND, Director Elena Sokolova, MD, ND David Brady, ND, CCN, DACBN Fairfield/Trumbull town line 203-371-8258 WholeBodyMed.com Using state-of-the-art science combined with centuries-old healing modalities, our caring naturopathic doctors correct underlying imbalances and address issues which may interfere with the body’s ability to heal itself. Treatment protocols or therapies include: Abdominal Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Allergy Desensitization, Chinese Medicine, Colonics and other Detoxification Protocols, Electro-Dermal Screening, Energy Medicine, FDA-cleared P h o t o t h e r a p y, F u n c t i o n a l Medicine, Herbal Medicine, H o m e o p a t h y, H o r m o n a l Balancing, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Metabolic Typing, Nutritional Assessment, RealTime EEG Neurofeedback, and other therapies. See ad on page 21.

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communityresourceguide RECREATION CENTER

NUTRITION DR. ROBERT SKARZYNSKI, DC

THE THERAPEUTIC RECREATION CENTER

63 Church Street Guilford, CT 203-453-0232 Skarzynski@sbcglobal.net

203-804-5343 TherapeuticRecreationCenter.com

Nutrition Response Testing is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying causes of ill or non-optimum health. Causes include foods, metals, chemicals, immune challenges, allergies, and more. The doctor works one on one to make meaningful and educated changes as needed in the patient’s diet. The majority of supplements used are organic whole food. The system determines when supplements are needed or no longer needed. Results have been outstanding!

linda myers

Certified Nutrition Counselor, FiFHi Thyme and Season Natural Market 3040 Whitney Avenue Hamden (Rt. 10, Mt Carmel) CT 06518 203-407-8128 Ext. 2 Supplements.Thyme@gmail.com ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com Complimentary Counseling Mon. through Fri. 9am – 4:30pm. Nutrition plus vitamin, mineral, herb and whole food supplements, homeopathic & ayurvedic remedies. Our Wellness Outreach Lecture Program is now in its 30th series, offered free, most Thursday evenings each Spring and Fall. Call for possible participation; check website for schedule. See ad page 21.

ORGANIC HAIR SALON ORGANIC HAIR SALON

Everlastings, by Arlene Bouley The Carriage House At The Gate House West 2614 Boston Post Rd, Guilford, CT 203-458-1298 EverlastingsSalon.com

Center unites Beth Patella Center for Music & Animal Assisted Therapy Services. Innovative programs for all children & adults, including those w/disabilities. Early Childhood Music; Music for persons w/Disabilities; Drumming; Sound Therapy; Canine/Equine Assisted Therapy; Veterans Wounded Warrior Equine Project & more. See ad on page 27.

TRANSFORMATIONAL INTUITIVE JULIETTE STORCH

203-305-8091 juliette@juliettestorch.com JulietteStorch.com Juliette Storch is a Certified Intuitive Healer and Life Coach. As a Modern Mystic, Muse & Medium her method is untraditional, powerful, and rooted firmly in the tradition of her Huguenot forebears—witches and wise women. With an open channel to dimensions beyond this one, Juliette brings messages of those who have passed from this life, connects you with your guides and uncovers negative energies that still affect you from past millennia. By magically blending Eastern essences with Spirit, she activates your chakras and channels the beings and voices that are the pieces of the puzzle of you. Sharing space and words with Saints and Archetypes, Juliette tells the story of your heart, your essence, your very Soul… and opens the gateway to flowing Spirit, ready to guide you to your next elevation. Working with Juliette is an unexpected experience. It’s a leap into the darkness... because you must change the dark before your heart can fill with light. Take the veil away from your eyes and see the magical life that you want...Let Juliette open the door to manifest your ABUNDANT LifesPath! See ad on page 6.

Everlastings is a full-service hair salon & spa whose passion & mission is to provide healthier, more natural organic alternatives to salon services. All products are chemical-free. You will leave feeling fulfilled, refreshed and cared for. See ad on page 10.

New Haven / Middlesex

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WEIGHT LOSS A LIFE CENTER

Jenna Henderson, ND 2 Broadway, North Haven, CT 1007 Farmington Ave, Suite 7A, West Hartford, CT 203-239-3400 info@thelifecenterofct.com TheLifeCenterofct.com Get off the dieting merry-goround and FINALLY achieve your ideal weight. We offer a medically supervised weight loss program with whole foods, individualized nutrition, emotional eating support, meal planning and weight loss coaching. MOST INSURANCES ACCEPTED See ad on page 15.

YOGA RAVEN’S WING YOGA

19 South Main St. Branford, CT 203-488-9642 RavensWingYoga.com Rooted in the sacred teachings of yoga, Raven’s Wing is an inviting & safe place for all who desire positive change. Gentle, beginner, moderate and vigorous classes offered, as well as monthly workshops, kirtan and seasonal celebrations. Ayurveda and private instruction also offered. See ad on page 38.

JOIN Natural Awakenings Network (NAN) Discount Card Program Today! Call Joann Dunsing:

203-500-2860 or email:

JoannNANetwork@gmail.com Joann Dunsing

How will the program work once it launches? NAN Cardholders (“Members”) purchase an annual card to visit local practitioners/businesses (“Providers”) who offer a NAN program discount (of their choosing) on products/services involving personal and/or planetary health & well-being.

What’s in it for you as a Provider? 1ST YEAR OF PARTICIPATION IS FREE! $88/year annual fee will apply after the 1st year only if you choose to continue participating. You will enhance visibility with free marketing opportunities in Natural Awakenings Network Provider Directory, iPhone app & in the magazine, locally & nationally, in print and online. You will expand your customer base with an audience already dedicated to living a healthy lifestyle & curious about the products/services you provide.

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Calling All Holistic/Green Businesses! Interested in becoming

a NAN Provider? Contact Joann:

203-500-2860 JoannNANetwork@gmail.com

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MEET SOME OF OUR NAN PROVIDERS in New Haven and Middlesex Counties

ANSONIA

EAST HAVEN

HAMDEN

MY HEALTH 1ST URGENT CARE

ATLAS CHIROPRACTIC

COLOR ESSENCE

EMPOWER MASSAGE

DENNY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

203-751-9875 MyHealth1stUrgentCare.com

BETHANY S.M. Cooper Photographic Artist 203-393-9545 SMCooper.com

DURHAM DURHAM NATUROPATHIC HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

Adam Church, D.C. 203-466-1111 Dr.Church.com

Christopher Chialastri, LMT#005812 Home Visits for Massage Therapy 203-430-3163 EmpowerMassage.abmp.com

ESSEX DOROTHY MARTIN-NEVILLE, PhD

Jason Belejack, N.D. 203-824-7428 DurhamNaturopathichealth.com

Psychotherapy-Adults in Transition Emotional & Spiritual Aspects in Health Care 860-461-7569 DrDorothyct.com

EAST HADDAM

GUILFORD

CT FARM FRESH EXPRESS, LLC 860-873-8760 CTFFE.com

New Haven / Middlesex

MASSAGE SAVVY

203-453-8667 MassageSavvyCT.com

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Joan S. Gilbert 828-551-0420 JoanSusan.star@gmail.com

Eileen Denny, D.C. 203-407-8468 DennyWellness.com

JUNE CAN CHANNEL

June Can, Reiki Master Practitioner International Channel & Medium 203-230-1197 http://junecanchannel.blogspot.com

TRANQUIL HEALING REIKI, LLC Anita Jones, RMT 203-415-4791 TranquilHealingReiki.com

MADISON COASTAL CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS Keith Mirante, D.C. 203-245-8217 DrMirante.com

MIDDLEFIELD MARY ELLEN MONEYMAKER HYPNOTIST 860-349-7039 SolutionsByHypnosis.com

MIDDLETOWN CONNECTICUT YOGA CENTER

860-986-2017 CTYogaCenter.com

MILFORD HEALTHY FOODS PLUS Natural/Organic Foods/Gluten-Free Vitamins/Supplements/Beauty Aids 203-882-9011

IMPRESSIONS SERVICES Raymond Daneault 800-217-1963 ImpressionsClean.com

JOANN DUNSING HYPNOSIS Joann Dunsing 203-907-7710 JoannDunsing.com

LYNN LYONS

Wt. Release/Loss/HypnoBirthing 203-415-8567 LynnALyons.com

MY HEALTH 1ST URGENT CARE

203-693-3676 MyHealth1stUrgentCare.com

MARCY DOLAN, N.D.

Milford, CT 475-282-4112 DoctorDolan@hotmail.com

TINA KADISH

Life and Health Mentor 203-610-7477 LifeisIdeal.com

NORTH HAVEN ADVANCED PHYSICAL MEDICINE CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Candice Pollack, D.C. 203-691-5581 Apmct.com

INNER HARMONY HOLISTIC WELLNESS

WATERBURY CHASE PARKWAY PODIATRIC GROUP, LLC Sports Medicine Dr. Joel Segalman, M.D. 203-270-6724 DrSegalman.com

WOODBURY ALISON BIRKS, MS, RH (AHG), CNS New Morning Market 203-263-4868 NewMorn.com

Karen Obier, Reflexologist 203-645-2188 InnerHarmonyHolisticWellness.abmp.com

WEB-BASED BUSINESSES

NATURAL FAMILY HEALTH

KellyAnn Carpenter 203-533-9823 GreenandGlobalMedia.com

Leigh White, N.D. 203-980-0465 NaturalFamilyHealth.net

GREEN & GLOBAL MEDIA, LLC

LGN CONSULTING

ORANGE

Lisa Nastu 203-301-4109 LGNConsulting.com

ADVANCED SPINE & SPORT

LIFETIME HEALTH

David Durso, D.C. 203-553-9300 AdvancedSpineAndSport.com

TRUMBULL SERENITY BODY WELLNESS Rosa Cervoni, LMT #003111 Reflexologist/Reiki Practitioner 203-929-1002 SerenityBodyWellness.com

Venice Walters 203-507-0889 YORHealth.com/LifetimeHealth1

SUCCESS MARKETING, LLC Michael Guerin 888-542-2936 BestWebPresence.com

ZAHAVAH RAW BEAUTY

Aadil Al-Alim & Faith Bredwood 203-389-0089 Zahavah.co

WALLINGFORD PERSONAL HARMONY AND HEALTH, LLC

Diane Esposito, RMT/Holistic Coach 203-913-3869 PersonalHarmonyAndHealth.com

PATTY SCHEIN

Holistic Counseling 203-878-3140 PattyScheinLMFT.com

ROI MARKETING OF NEW ENGLAND Bob Kademian 866-306-9799 Bob@BizCoachBob.com

natural awakenings

July 2014

A Special Culinary Fundraiser Friday, July 18, 2014 6:30 – 9:30 pm Winvian, Morris CT

Signature Appetizers and Desserts • Wines/Beverages • Live & Silent Auction • Valet Parking

A Summer Gathering

Growing Food, Farms & Community

Saturday, July 19, 2014 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Children’s Activities • Workshops • Farmers Market

Keynotes

Joan Dye Gussow, Professor Emeritus Columbia University, author and organic gardener Richard McCarthy, Executive Director Slow Food USA

Workshops Tara Cook-Littman, GMO Free CT & ConnFact Taylor Cocalis Suarez, Co-founder, Good Food Jobs, goodfoodjobs.com

Parking is only at Bethlehem Fairgrounds with a 3 min. Shuttle Bus

Have Fun, Learn, Return to Good Food Traditions 48

New Haven / Middlesex

ctnofa.org/winvian NaturalNewHaven.com