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Why Do They Love Getting High? by Todd Nichols

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14 AL DELINO

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17 EARTH GUARDIANS Kids Say No to Global Warming by April Thompson

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Helping Kids Step into Their Best Selves by Judith Fertig

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’ve been a Natural Awakenings publisher for six years and while I thought the name was catchy, I never really had any major attachment to it. However, after experiencing a true natural awakening at Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, the name Natural Awakenings now holds a whole new meaning for me. I can only assume that the same “aha” kind of moment happened to our pioneer Sharon Cheers to fresh coconut water! Bruckman when she published the first issue of Natural Awakenings in Naples, Florida, over 20 years ago. My editor Erin, a former publisher of the Portland, Oregon, edition of Natural Awakenings and current freelance writer and editor for multiple Natural Awakenings publishers—in addition to being a multi-talented actress, voice over artist and super mom—decided to join me for this amazing trip and I am forever grateful that we were able to experience this life-changing journey together. It was our first adventure of this nature and we bonded both as friends and professionals. In fact, many of the others we met at Rythmia—now our dear friends—thought we were sisters due to our natural camaraderie and mutual desire to immerse ourselves into the Rythmia experience with an open heart. We reflected on our similarities—both noting how Natural Awakenings “found us” much like Rythmia did. In both cases, something deep within us knew it was important to heed the call and embark on these adventures. We are so glad we did as we are forever grateful to be such integral members of the Natural Awakenings family. We are also thankful for our inspiring trip to Rythmia. Our transformation vacation was truly remarkable and left a divine imprint on our souls. Rythmia is a beautiful, all-inclusive holistic retreat center located in picturesque Guanacaste, Costa Rica, near the coastal town of Tamarindo. The center offers daily yoga classes, massages, colon hydrotherapy, incredibly delicious organic farm to table meals, an extraordinary plant medicine program, transformational classes and excursions. Two words we found ourselves using all the time were amazing and magical. Rythmia is both. But, oh, it is so much more. Rythmia is an experience—a life-transforming one at that. Gerry Powell, founder of Rythmia, has created the ultimate sacred space where you can come to relax, rejuvenate, and recenter yourself with the help of a loving and supportive staff who ensures that you feel extremely well-cared for during your stay. We were excited to be able to visit Rythmia during Rev. Michael Beckwith’s The Answer is You retreat. Rev. Beckwith, along with many of his spiritual followers, added another element of enlightenment. We bonded with extraordinary people and made many new friends. Our comprehension of what a shaman truly is was transformed as we got to personally know the plant medicine practitioners and heard each of their unique stories. Our knowledge and understanding of plant therapy expanded beyond our imagination. We always had access to coaching and medical support with the amazing onsite doctors, Dr. Vanessa Grillo and Dr. Jeff McNairy, PsyD, MPH. During our stay, Erin and I both wondered how in the world we were going to be able to share just how transformational our journey truly was. We agreed that one really has to experience Rythmia to really grasp it all. We will do our best to share our transformational journey in writing. Authenticity, truth, love and compassion is the best way I can describe it. Rythmia provided us with a safe and loving environment to find ourselves and touch down with our purpose and feel a stronger connection to humanity.

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eventspotlights Addressing Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic with Cannabis

Holistic Health Retreat in Mexico

n all-inclusive holistic health retreat is being held September 24 to 29 at Sanoviv Medical Institute in Mexico, one hour drive south of San Diego. This program features organic non-GMO food that is gluten and dairyfree, green juice and wheat grass twice daily; massage, facial, fitness classes, fitness assessment and unlimited use of therapeutic pools and infrared saunas; a personalized health assessment; group classes including meditation, food prep, energy medicine and water fitness; organic cotton clothing, footwear and non-toxic personal care products. Educational topics include digestive wellness, detoxification, nutrition, weight loss and diet styles, and supplementation. In addition, the retreat offers twice daily yoga and meditation classes, with opportunities for private yoga sessions. “Sanoviv is a state-of-the-art medical center with the feel and look of a five star luxury spa, including your own private ocean view suite for your five night, six day stay. You will leave Sanoviv feeling detoxified, refreshed and armed with resources to make clean, healthy living an easily accessible part of your life,” says yoga instructor, Janet Wenger. Sanoviv offers traditional, alternative and integrative health programs. The resort is approximately a one hour drive south of San Diego on the Pacific Ocean in Mexico. Transportation to and from the San Diego airport is included.

he Southern California Cannabis Conference and Expo is coming to the San Diego Convention Center August 6 and 7. The event will showcase the industry’s most innovative products, along with scheduled seminars and presentations by industry business leaders and experts. Attendees will hear from respected experts excited to educate and share their insights on America’s fastest growing industry. A press conference, presented by Isodiol, titled Addressing Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic with Cannabis is being held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on August 6 in the San Diego Convention Center Media Room. Speakers include David Tonkin, MD, one of the nation’s premier pain management specialists with board-certifications in anesthesiology and pain management, who will address questions on how to alleviate prescription opioid addiction with cannabis. In addition, Josh Kinney, 2006 MLB World Series Champion, an advocate for cannabis-based pain solutions, will explain what “playing through the pain” really means. Kinney had season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair a tear in his ulnar collateral ligament. Marvin Washington, 11 year NFL Veteran and Super Bowl star, advocates that cannabinoids as neuroprotectants “make the game safer” and can protect professional, recreational and child athletes—all without any psychotropic effects or impact on performance. Voted by Sports Illustrated as the 36th best NY Jet of all-time, Washington also explains the debilitating effects of concussions and chronic traumatic encephalopahthy (CTE). Location: 111 W Harbor Dr., San Diego. Visit socalccexpo.com for a comprehensive list of speakers, venue and sponsorship information, and a schedule of events. For 50 percent off admission, use promo code: RADIO. For press passes, contact Denise Mahaffey, CEO, Malama Marketing at 760908-6565 or email Denise@MalamaMarketing.com or Kim Prince, CEO, Proven Media at 480-221-7995 or Neko Catanzaro, Vice President, Proven Media at 401-484-4980.

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QIGONG FOR VETERANS Why Do They Love Getting High? by Todd Nichols

odd Nichols says he’ll never forget the first time he taught at a veteran’s hospital. “I was taken into a locked room and the door was quickly shut behind me. One vet in a wheel chair was trying to escape. Chairs were full of sand so they couldn’t be thrown. Doctors and social workers were coming in during my class and interrupting. Many veterans were medicated and dealing with obvious challenges. Some appeared physically fine, but their mind waged an emotional war inside. One large man, in a state of shock, sat staring straight ahead while making a lowpitched sound. To say that this direct exposure to the mental health struggles of veterans was enlightening would be an understatement,” he says. After sharing qigong at the veteran’s hospitals for the past five years, he came to realize that the biggest challenge in teaching veterans qigong is to gain their trust. “Veterans immediately want to know if you’re one of them. In the beginning this was unnerving. An individual who never wore their uniform cannot understand what they endured,” says Nichols. However, Nichols notes that when vets do qigong breathing in a group, trust issues and whether he is a vet or not becomes less important. Old mind 10

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patterns are temporarily bypassed as the feeling of qi is so strong that it gives a natural high. Many veterans report this has been invaluable to replace harmful addictions. “In fact, my VA teacher’s position actually came from a referral from Westcare of St. Petersburg, Florida, a 98-bed mental health and substance abuse center. Some vets I met at the VA also ended up in drug rehab and therefore they saw me at both places,” he shares. Recovering heroin addicts need a powerful approach and Nichols realized early on that it was important to

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wow them immediately with qigong. “I needed to make a memorable, quick and powerful statement. My grand slam is the Breath-Empowerment and the 9-Breath Method exercises. I draw them in and challenge them to take huge breaths, swallow it and hold it in their belly. A crammed room becomes momentarily silent, then come the smiles followed by scattered giggles,” he explains. Nichols loves to see his students’ resistance turn to wonder. “They tell me ‘wow, I feel electricity, and my body is warm and tingling.’ Without the breathing tools many would give up before benefiting from the immense healing rewards,” he says. Todd Nichols has actively shared qigong and Power Breathing at veteran facilities for five years with outstanding results. According to Nichols, anger and alcoholism are the norm for veterans and he is breaking through those barriers by getting them high naturally. His insights as a Heroic Qigong teacher are profound. Qi Revolution comes to the Anaheim Convention Center August 19 to 21. This two day, one night training is only $99 for the public. Free for firefighters, police and military service members. For more information, call 800-2988970 or visit QiRevolution.com.

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Bhakti Fest Comes to Joshua Tree

hakti Fest, the preeminent sacred music and yoga festival dedicated to bringing spiritual consciousness and earthly freedom to both the attendees and the global recipients of this nonprofit festival’s charitable endeavors, will be returning to the Joshua Tree Retreat Center September 7 to 12. A beloved annual event on the

calendars of spiritual seekers, yogis, families, girlfriend squads and others looking for an end of summer festival to commune with nature, each other and the divine, Bhakti Fest has expanded their offering beyond the top yoga teachers, Kirtan artists and workshop leaders, to include features such as a Family Village for parent and me yoga, kids music and more, as well as a Sound-bath

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Dome and Sound Healings under the stars, the latest trend in musical meditation. In addition to its always enlightening workshop program, Bhakti Fest also hosts a Sacred Women’s Tent and a Men’s Lodge offering gender specific programming covering topics such as Tantra, empowerment and redefining masculinity. Known internationally for hosting a massive lineup of Kirtan musicians, master yoga instructors, and spiritual teachers, Bhakti Fest draws thousands of conscious explorers from the U.S. and around the world. Kirtan and reggae influenced singer/songwriter Trevor Hall, known for his hits “Brand New Day,” “The Lime Tree,” “Unity,” and others will headline the event. Other returning headliners include Grammy nominee Krishna Das; Jai Uttal, with his high energy reggae and ska-influenced Kirtan set; revolutionary hip-hop artist MC YOGI; and long-time Madonna collaborator Donna De Lory. Location: 59700 29 Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree. For more information, visit West.BhaktiFest.com.

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ardiff-by-the-Sea is ready to celebrate man’s best friend. Set in this beautiful beach community, this annual oneday street fair for dogs and dog lovers is being held August 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. The event, hosted by Cardiff 101 Main Street, is expected to draw 10,000 four-legged friends, their fans and family members. Dog Days of Summer is made possible through numerous sponsors, including funds from the County of San Diego and City of Encinitas. “This is a great event to benefit the Cardiff community,” says County Supervisor, Dave Roberts. “It is fun for the public and their pets, and is the largest of its kind in the region. The County of San Diego is proud to support this community event.” In addition, Cardiff Animal Hospital and Wellness Center is this year’s Paw Protector sponsor. Thanks to their generosity and sponsorship, Cardiff 101 will be able to lay green turf throughout the event and help protect pooches paws. Beginning at 10 a.m., watch or enter in four different dog contests, including Cutest Puppy, Dog/Owner Look-ALike, Best Looking Big Dog and Best Looking Small Dog. After the contest, local musical talents will be showcased in conjunction with the Lost Abbey beer garden with Wish and the Well at 1pm, Second Cousins at 3pm, and Zach David at 5pm. Bring your pup and enjoy a beer while listening to these local legends! Highlights of this year include a Blessing of the Dogs, the Lost Abbey beer garden, over 200 booths, including pet adoptions from local shelters and rescue organizations as well as specialty pet products and services, delicious food vendors, a doggie photo booth courtesy of Doggie Beach Bus, doggie cool zones and a silent auction. Cost: free; including a free shuttle from Encinitas City Hall. Visit CardiffDogDaysOfSummer.com for more information. 12

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Healing Through Good Vibrations M

any of us live in San Diego because we feel the need to be deeply connected to the ocean. We love watching the sun dip into the Pacific each night, the feel of the salty water on our skin and listening to the sweet nature songs of the ocean. Music and sounds in our environment can make a huge difference on our well-being. What exactly does music do for a human being? It sets a tone and creates a positive atmosphere. No matter what our day was like before, the moment we hear inspiring music or sounds, the pattern changes and those good vibrations help reboot our day. Marc Malin, sound healer and massage therapist at Global Heart Sanctuary off the 101, has been devoted to holistic wellness and healing arts since the 1970s. Currently, Malin teaches holistic wellness, massage and photography at the University of San Diego. In 2003, this award-winning musician started Sound Touch combining physical bodywork with sound healing, which ultimately culminated in his work bringing two international sound conferences to Santa Fe, New Mexico, amongst many other wellness accolades. What is remarkable are Malin’s various Sound Touch techniques, including vibrational medicine and intuitive massage therapy treating disease using tuning forks, singing bowls, chimes, gongs and other instruments. I was struck and comforted by his calm, kind approach. His question of personal intention helped focus on treating the whole mind, body and spirit collectiveness to create peace through vibrating frequencies, sound waves to disrupt adhesions and stagnation. Malin’s techniques address a wide range of conditions from chronic pain and sports injuries to sleeplessness, stress, anxiety, ADD, PTSD and more. After my session, I was struck by not only by his genuine devotion to intuitive healing by past accomplishments and life journey, but realized that he caters to the specific needs and intentions of the individual. I will definitely have a return session and highly recommend this very positive vibrational approach to wellness. Global Heart Sanctuary is located at 731 South Hwy. 101, in Solana Beach. Call 505-469-0758 or visit MarcSoundTouch.com.

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Climate Change Favors Some Birds over Others Decades of data show that climate change is manipulating the way avian species move across continents. For instance, the orchard oriole is losing prime habitat in the South, but gaining more up north. Thousands of species worldwide face the same dilemma. Specific birds need a particular habitat, such as open spaces or groves of trees, and some of their traditionally preferred spots are becoming unlivable. England’s Durham University ecologist Phillip Stephens, along with researchers from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and the U.S. Geological Survey, have compiled nearly half a century’s worth of occurrence data from thousands of citizen scientists. Birders submitted their observations to the Pan-European Common Birds Monitoring Scheme and the North American Breeding Bird Survey for 145 terrestrial bird species native to Europe and 380 species native to the United States. “We used that information to generate a prior expectation for whether the Laura Tucker species would’ve been advantaged or disadvantaged by climate change,” says Stephens. The predictions were compared with actual bird abundance data from 1980 “Art, for me, is a way to tell a story and through 2010, and the populations that were expected to lose suitable habitat evoke a feeling,” says cover artist Laura declined, while those expected to find their habitats improve increased. He states, “Recent climate change has already favored one set of species over another.” Tucker, who loves to use her brush to capture the spirit of the birds and other Read the report at ClimateChange.Birdlife.org. wildlife she encounters in and around her backyard. Tucker often layers bright, airy colors to create striking abstract Despite being less confident than their elders, a new backgrounds to her wildlife portraits study by PsychTests.com, in Montreal, reveals that intended to “express the animal’s aura.” Millennials (those born between 1980 and 2000) are The cover work was inspired by a barn an ambitious and tenacious generation that conowl the artist spotted in one of the trees tinues to prove potential critics wrong. Labeled by surrounding her Huntsville, Alabama, some as self-entitled, arrogant and immature from home. “A lot of wildlife frequent our being coddled by hovering parents, the company’s research says that Millennials are not afraid to push yard, but barn owls are rare. They have themselves to achieve lofty goals, work hard or take on difficult challenges. very expressive faces, which I wanted Collecting data from 1,035 people that took their Ambition Test, the researchto capture,” says Tucker. ers looked at the differences between Millennials, Generation X (born between The artist has shown her work 1960 and 1980) and Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1960) in terms in group and solo exhibitions in of their levels of aspiration, persistence and sense of self-efficacy. The study Birmingham, Alabama, and the reveals that while Millennials lagged a little behind the other two generations on some factors related to ambition, the potential of these young adults should Naples, Florida, area, in addition to not be underestimated. a previous appearance on the cover “One can argue that Millennials’ hopeful and determined nature is a case of of Natural Awakenings. idealism,” explains Ilona Jerabek, Ph.D., president of PsychTests. “Some have just started out in the workforce, so they’re eager to prove themselves, which could The artist’s portfolio can be viewed at also mean that at some point they’ll be blindsided by the reality of what it’s like Etsy.com/shop/TuckerArt. to be out there in the real world.”

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AL DELINO

Holistic Ad Designer by Erin Lehn Floresca

reative director and art designer Al Delino, founder of Al Delino Design in Encintas, enjoys flipping through issues of Natural Awakenings magazine and seeing his ad designs infused within the pages. “My goal is always to have the opportunity to do what I like doing best, and that’s design. It’s truly my passion to help people promote their products and services in a visual manner,” he explains. “It’s all about telling your story. I love collaborating with my clients on how to best use the space they have available to them—whether it’s a small magazine ad, a brochure or a billboard—to tell their story.” Delino began his design career in television broadcasting in 1977 as an art director and broadcast design director for various major affiliate network stations in California and Oregon. In addition to six Emmy nomi-

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nations, he’s been the recipient of the 2010 Emmy Silver Circle Award, BDA Gold and Silver Awards, and a local Addy Award. In addition, he was honored to be awarded the San Diego Ad Club’s Hispanic Marketer of the Year Award in 2013 for his expertise in Hispanic marketing. Delino became an independent graphic designer in 1997. His over 30 years of experience as an art director and educator helps him to be the best visual storyteller he can be. “The most important element for me is to really grasp my clients’ mission. If I’m clear about their message, I can better help convey it with strong visuals,” he says. This holistic entrepreneur also enjoys his second career as a graphic design instructor at San Diego University for Integrative Studies where he teaches courses in advertising, graphic design and package design using NA-SD.com

Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. “I really enjoy teaching and I bring in as many visuals as I possibly can to inspire the students,” says Delino, who shares that one of his favorite class projects revolves around the classic film Citizen Kane. “After watching the film, I ask students to create two fullsize movie posters with their concepts. Since a lot of the exterior shots were filmed in Balboa Park, it’s a great way to get them to connect more deeply to their projects. Once, I even found an antique snow sled in a thrift shop and brought it in so they could have more of a sensory experience with a sled like Rosebud,” he shares. When it comes to design projects, Delino is up for any challenge and feels that the most important aspect about his business is building relationships. That’s why you’ll often find this social butterfly at local networking and community events or just drumming up conversation at local coffee shops. His career as an independent art designer for the past 15 years has offered him the opportunity to work on branding projects such as packaging for companies like Chicken of the Sea, Three Diamond and WalMart. He has also done broadcast set design for FOX television in addition to newsletters for the City of Union City and Wells Fargo, magazine design and layout and marketing, and various other design projects for a variety of local businesses. “I work with businesses of all sizes and at all stages of growth. If I treat a small client like they’re a big client, eventually they will become one and I’ll be able to ride their coat tails,” he enthuses. When he’s not teaching or working on designs, Delino, an avid collector of Beatles and other memorabilia, enjoys traveling, working up a sweat at the local YMCA with his holistic-minded wife, and taking walks with his two energetic dogs, Corona and Peaches. “My wife, Donna, and my dogs really help to keep me active,” he adds. For more information, call 760-7532555 or visit CreativeHotlist.com/ adelino. See ad, page 5.

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Walk the Talk with Cruelty-Free Shoes With a wealth of luxury faux alternatives available in today’s market, shoe lovers can obtain the quality footwear they desire without incurring the usual environmental and human health costs. Vegan leather is an animalfriendly alternative to real leather, derived from synthetic materials. No cow, sheep, goat or any other animal is killed in order to make vegan leather shoes, and for most people, that’s a good enough reason to choose it over the “real” thing. Provided that we pick the right maker, it also boasts the added advantage of being far more eco-friendly and sustainable than conventional leather. Elizabeth Olsen, founder of the luxury vegan shoe brand Olsenhaus, says, “The only difference is the materials—one uses a dead animal’s skin preserved in toxic chemicals; the other is made from a mixture of natural and manmade materials that are better for animals and the environment.”

Twenty times more energy is used to create a leather hide than what is required for synthesized material. Conventional leather tanning involves treating animal skins with large quantities of toxic chemicals, including mineral salts, lead, cyanide and formaldehyde. This process wreaks havoc on our environment and the people that work in or live near tanneries, where chemical exposure can cause sickness or even be lethal. Olsen cautions that just because a shoe is vegan doesn’t mean it’s been made in an eco-friendly way. She uses natural and manmade materials such as linen, cotton, cork, wood, imitation leathers and recycled faux suede in her vegan shoe line. To assess the quality of vegan leather shoes, she advises, “Shoppers can feel the material and look at the grain to see if it’s faux; with faux, the grain will show a repeating pattern. Also, look for labels noting materials either inside or on the bottom of shoes.” Olsen notes that an online search for vegan fashion will yield everything from adult couture to baby clothes. Several websites and blogs report on the latest vegan products. She especially likes GirlieGirlArmy.com for vegan lifestyle and fashion.

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Delayed Kindergarten Reduces Attention Deficit

elaying kindergarten enrollment for one year shows significant mental health benefits for children, according to a Stanford University study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Reviewing results from a mental health survey completed by more than 35,000 Danish parents, the researchers saw that youngsters held back from kindergarten for as little as one year showed a 73 percent reduction in inattentiveness and hyperactivity for an average child at age 11, compared to children enrolled the year earlier. Measuring inattentiveness and hyperactivity reflect a child’s ability to selfregulate. The generally accepted theory is that young people that are able to stay focused, sit still and pay attention longer tend to do much better in school. “This is some of the most convincing evidence we’ve seen to support what U.S. parents and policymakers have already been doing—choosing to delay entry into kindergarten,” says Stanford Graduate School of Education Professor Thomas S. Dee. In addition to improved mental health, children with later kindergarten enrollment dates also exhibited superior emotional and social skills. The number of U.S. children entering kindergarten at age 6 instead of 5 has progressively increased to about 20 percent, according to the study. Many parents are opting to delay kindergarten enrollment for a year to give their children a leg up in physical and emotional maturity and social skills.

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hile many Americans tend to overindulge during vacations, more and more of us are opting for getaways where we can not only relax and unwind, but improve our overall health and well-being too. Health and wellness resorts located across the globe offer health conscious travelers the ultimate in restorative vacation experiences. One of the newest healthy vacation resorts, Rythmia Life Advancement Center located in beautiful Guanacaste, Costa Rica, provides their guests with an all-inclusive “Transformation Vacation” using breakthrough modalities. This medically licensed luxury resort offers highly customized programs developed for each guest including farm-to-table organic food, massages, volcanic mud baths, spa amenities, Shiva Rea Yoga, in addition to Rythmia’s groundbreaking plant medicine program, spiritual instruction and guidance. “Our intention is for our guests to experience healing and awakening, while ultimately raising the consciousness of the world,” shares Rythmia founder, Gerard Powell. Some of the most common benefits Rythmia guests experience after their stay are awakening to their higher selves, finding happiness and peace, transcending limiting beliefs and patterns, creating prosperity, finding purpose, and improved health and relationships in their lives. For more information, call 844-2841726 or visit Rythmia.com/awakening2.

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Breastfed Babies Have Fewer Colds and Ear Infections

study from the University of Texas has found that increased breastfeeding decreases ear infections among nursing children. The researchers followed 367 babies between 1 and 12 months old from 2008 through 2014. The scientists analyzed family history traits of smoking, ear infections, breastfeeding and formula feeding. Nose and throat mucosal samples were taken throughout the study period to identify infections, and parents informed the researchers whenever the baby experienced an infection. The study was led by Dr. Tasnee Chonmaitree, a pediatrics professor from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. “We clearly showed that frequent upper respiratory infections, carriage of bacteria in the nose and lack of breastfeeding are major risk factors for ear infections,” he states. “Prolonged breastfeeding was associated with significant reductions in both colds and ear infections, a common complication of colds.”

t age 6, climate change activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez gave his first speech to a packed crowd in his hometown of Boulder, Colorado. Raised in the Aztec tradition, he was taught that as indigenous people, they are descendants of the land and inherit a duty to protect it. “I felt such sadness that my generation inherited this crisis to clean up. That night, I saw that those emotions could be channeled into action and my voice could make a difference,” says Martinez, founder and youth director of the nonprofit Earth Guardians. Ten years later, his impassioned message has sparked a global movement. More than 2,000 “youth crews” from Bhutan to Brazil are fighting climate change and improving their communities in other ways. These activists aren’t yet old enough to vote, but are still making their voices heard by global policymakers. On their behalf, Martinez delivered a plea to representatives from 192 countries at the United Nations General Assembly meeting on climate change last year, asking for stronger measures to protect both the planet and its people. He particularly pointed to the ever-increasing “climate refugees” that have lost their homes to rising oceans and other havoc caused by Earth’s warming trend. Although Martinez serves on President Obama’s youth council, he and 20

other young plaintiffs filed a landmark lawsuit earlier this year against the federal government for failing to protect its citizens from climate change. The plaintiffs are seeking a court order requiring America’s president to establish a national plan to decrease atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide to “safe” levels by 2100. At home, Martinez is working with Boulder County community and environmental organizations to locally eliminate pesticides from parks, charge for plastic bags at retail, regulate coal ash emissions and ban fracking. EarthGuardians.org offers many ways anyone can plug into the movement, whether taking individual actions to lighten our carbon footprint, creating school gardens or signing its Silence into Action pledge, inspired by Martinez’s younger brother Itzcuauhtli’s 45-day silence strike for climate action. “The most important thing you can do is educate yourself. Whatever makes you come alive, use that passion to make a difference,” says Martinez, whose performances as a pianist and hip-hop artist inform and enliven music festivals worldwide. “Together, we can create a legacy we can be proud to pass on to the next generation.” Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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Dreaming Big

GROWING UP EMPOWERED Helping Kids Step into Their Best Selves by Judith Fertig

he plugged-in, stressed-out world that challenges adults can be even more difficult for teens in the throes of hormones, peer pressure and a selfie culture. Parents can help their children thrive and become empowered individuals by nurturing desirable character traits such as resourcefulness, resilience, perseverance, self-reliance, independence, empathy and social competence. Child psychologist Michele Borba, Ed.D., of Palm Springs, California, is a former classroom teacher and the mother of three grown children who dispenses advice at MicheleBorba. com/blog. Her main parenting focus is character education, as reflected in her latest book, Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me 18

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World. “Tune in to what your kids love,” advises Borba. “Then find learning experiences that help them develop traits they need to be happy, productive adults.” This positive parenting approach—accentuating youthful desires and strengths, instead of deficiencies and weaknesses—helps young people develop a secure footing in life. “Kids are driven by their hearts,” observes Borba. “A positive parent doesn’t do the cookie-cutter approach, as in, ‘That’s what worked for other kids in the neighborhood,’ nor even reference what the parent did as a teen.” Teens also impose upon themselves, thinking that being trendy, beautiful, rich and famous are valuable life goals. “The positive parent looks at each child as an individual, listens to what really makes them light up, and then supports that.” NA-SD.com

Landmark Worldwide, active in 125 cities globally, is committed to the idea that people everywhere have the possibility of achieving success, fulfillment and greatness. Corporate leaders praise its programs for helping participants relate, communicate and perform well. Josselyne HermanSaccio, a Landmark program leader in New York City, remarks, “Every one of us has a dream, yet too many of us choose our path with fear, disguised as practicality. Our kids might get the message that, ‘You don’t do your dream as your career.’” That thought can leave anyone feeling like something is missing. After putting off her own career as a singer and ultimately deciding to go for it, Herman-Saccio recorded That’s What Love Can Do with her group Boy Krazy. The song rose to the top of the pop charts in 1993. That empowering experience helped her decide to help others—including her own three children—fulfill their dreams. Today, Herman-Saccio leads the Landmark Forum for adults, and the company also offers a version of the course for 13-to-17-year-olds, an interactive, three-day program in cities across the U.S. It helps teens first understand their existing patterns of thoughts and behaviors and then move forward to create new possibilities and face new challenges and discover a new level of power, freedom, self-expression and peace of mind. For a teen to register, a parent or legal guardian must register for or have completed the organization’s adult forum and provide permission. Teens planning for life after high school get help identifying their career passion at schools such as Upland Hills School, in Oxford, Michigan. Its emphasis on experiential learning culminates in a senior project the teen produces, whether it’s writing a novel, building a storage shed or volunteering at the local senior citizen center. Each must someway contribute to the community. Beginning with the student’s dream, they must work their way through obstacles, setbacks and all the steps required to bring a dream to reality.

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Sometimes parents need to address a teen’s longing for friends and social connections. For youths that especially need to nurture their social skills, such as high-functioning kids with autism or Asperger’s syndrome, film school might be an answer. At the Joey Travolta Film School and summer camp, in Lafayette, California, kids work together to make a movie; they start with a script, create sets, operate the camera, act and direct. At the Hunter School, in Romney, New Hampshire, kids dealing with attention challenges can nurture mindbody awareness, energetic mindfulness and sensory integration. It all helps them get to know themselves and relate better to others. Outdoor skills can help teens develop healthy risk-taking behaviors, as well as teach resilience, perseverance and self-reliance. SheJumps (SheJumps. org), in Salt Lake City, offers young women 6 to 18 years old an opportuni-

ty to master outdoor living skills, boost confidence and encourage leadership via collaborating with strong female role models. Fun activities include mountain biking, skiing and trailblazing.

Leadership

Over time, experiential learning can help youths develop leadership skills. Lander, Wyoming’s National Outdoor Leadership School, a gap-year program for high school graduates taking a year off before college, offers courses lasting two weeks, several months or even a full year. Activities include sea kayaking, Alaskan mountain and glacier climbing and wilderness medicine. Teens already on track and wanting to develop additional leadership skills can tap into motivational speaker and self-help author Tony Robbins’ annual Unleash the Power Within youth leadership program event. Groups of youths 14 to 17 years old collectively participate to create individual breakthroughs, move beyond

fears and limiting beliefs, accomplish goals and realize true desires. Application requirements include a good academic record, at least 20 hours of community service and a guidance counselor’s recommendation. Robbins maintains, “Grow and give is what life is all about.”

Service to Others

A way for youngsters 5 to 19 years old to become empowered is by joining a 4-H group in urban, suburban or rural areas. If we envision a farm kid raising a calf to show at the state fair, that’s still one facet of today’s 4-H, but far from the entire scope. Founded in 1902, 4-H is a global nonprofit dedicated to learning by doing; specialties now range from computer science and graphic design to leadership, healthy living and the performing arts. Positive mentoring by adults and developing community spirit ground 4-H clubs, camps and programs. Research by Tufts University’s Institute

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for Applied Research in Youth Development and America’s land-grant colleges and universities shows that people with a 4-H background are more likely to give back to their communities than others (see Tinyurl. com/YouthDevelopmentStudy). For Grammy-winner Jennifer Nettles, of Nashville, 4-H meant learning to perform at an early age, even flying to Chicago to do it. “I don’t know that I would be where I am today without 4-H,” she says. “Mentors there help you. They helped me with the skills of performing and learning about being on stage; they also taught me the importance of giving back.”

Sustainable Sustenance

Growing food for themselves and others can be a great adventure for teens, while fostering resourcefulness, perseverance and ecological awareness. Seventeen-year-old Katie Stagliano launched Katie’s Krops, in Summerville, South Carolina, several years ago based on her desire to fight hunger by growing food for people that need it. Today, the enterprise offers grants for youth in any area to start and maintain a local garden, provided they give away the produce to the hungry. The initiative has grown to more than 50 gardens around the U.S. Both Mobile Urban Growers, in

Mobile, Alabama, and Closer to Earth, in Oklahoma City, empower youth through exercising organic gardening skills, environmental and food justice advocacy and personal mentorship. Empowering experiences for teens don’t have to cost a lot or involve travel. “Dream big, but start small. Look around your own backyard, in your community,” says Borba. “Teens can learn to pay it forward in all kinds of ways. They can get together with their peers and take on a doable project to help others. They may even need to start by learning to self-regulate and manage stress by getting away from their phones and instead being outside getting exercise.” Casual family activities can provide opportunities for conversations

about what teens want in life or what they’re worried about, and that opens the door for adults to step up to help mentor and empower their children. “Boys are more likely to talk while they’re doing something, like shooting baskets with you in the driveway,” observes Borba. “Girls are more likely to talk if it’s one-on-one.” Positive parents actively listen and then clarify what they heard from their teens, says Herman-Saccio. This information helps point the way forward, to more interactive dialogue, brainstorming, problem-solving, helpful experiences and eventually, youth empowerment. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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HANDLE WILD THINGS WITH CARE

How to Safely Help Injured Animals by Sandra Murphy

hen encountering a bird or animal that appears to be abandoned, take only minimal steps to help. “People mean well but a lot of rescues we see, didn’t need help,” says Lacy Campbell, wildlife care center operations manager for the Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon. Make sure the animal is away from traffic or predators, and then call a lo-

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cal wildlife rehabilitator before taking further action, especially if the animal is injured.

Vulnerable Little Ones

Baby squirrels can fall out of the nest. “Leave him at the base of the tree,” says Jennifer Keats Curtis, author of the children’s book Squirrel Rescue. “Mom will rebuild the nest before coming

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to get her baby. If it’s cold, put it in a box with a towel. Once squirrels have been treated as a pet, they can’t be released.” Tiny, not-yet-feathered nestlings should be returned home; it’s a myth that human scent poses a problem. If the nest is out of reach or can’t be located, make one with a box and soft cloth. Put it in the tree, so the parents can resume feeding. Leave the area so as not to frighten them. “After young robins, scrub jays, crows and owls leave the nest, they typically spend up to a week on the ground before they can fly,” says Campbell. “At night, the parents will escort the fully feathered fledglings to safety beneath a bush.” In parks, ducks and geese may nest away from the water. Mama will lead her babies to the pond, even across busy streets. If it’s safe, stop the car to halt traffic, act as their crossing guard, and then resume driving. A box turtle operates on innate GPS. “It lives in an area the size of a football field,” explains Curtis. “It will go onward, no matter how many times people try to redirect it. If injured by a car or lawn mower, the shell can be mended by a rehab center.” Bunnies eat at dusk and dawn. In-between, the nest may look abandoned. “Wild baby rabbits are difficult to keep alive if injured,” says Curtis. “At sundown, see if mom returns; if not, they need a wildlife rehab expert.” A lone, young raccoon is either old enough to climb a tree by itself or the mother will carry it. If we feed a raccoon, it will become a beggar. Opossums are dramatic actors. When cornered, they hiss and fall over and play dead in a coma-like state for up to four hours. Check back later. If a mother possum has been killed by a car, call a rehab official to check her pouch for potential babies. “If you find a young deer fawn or moose calf, leave it. The mother comes back several times each day to nurse,” advises Amanda Nicholson, director of outreach for the Wildlife Center of Virginia, in Waynesboro. “Its coloring helps it remain undetected by predators.”

Other Unexpected Encounters “Don’t feed wild animals or leave out food or accessible comestible trash. Bobcats, wolves, bears and coyotes will avoid people unless food is involved,” cautions Jennifer Place, program associate for Born Free USA, a nonprofit in Washington, D.C. “Wild animals protect their space, food and young, so stay on marked trails when hiking and never turn your back on them.” For unexpected meetings, stay calm. “Make sure there’s an escape route for the animal,” says Place. “With foxes or coyotes, throw sticks or small rocks, but don’t hit the animal. Make yourself look large and yell.” With snakes, sidestep away slowly for more than six feet before walking in the other direction. Bears require a different response. “Speak in a low voice so the bear realizes you are not prey. Never climb a tree,” says Place. “Bears know the terrain, can run faster than a horse and can climb trees, too. Sidestep away, remaining carefully upright, calm and unthreatening. If the bear moves toward you, keep talking until he moves away. Running kicks in its prey drive.” Yellowstone Park regulations require visitors to stay 25 yards away from most wildlife and 100 yards away from bears and wolves. Selfie photos with animals can result in injury or death for humans and animals through carelessness; safety depends on good judgement, respect and common sense. Friends of wildlife know beforehand how to contact local rehabilitators if there’s an emergency, observe before taking action, and protect pets. “Always leash dogs when going into the yard at night and keep cats indoors,” says Place. “Peaceful coexistence allows for the safety of both people and animals, domestic and wild.” Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS SUNDAY Hillcrest Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. At Hillcrest DMV Parking Lot, Lincoln & Normal St, San Diego, 92103. HillcrestFarmersMarket.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9am-5pm, summer; 9am-4pm. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-753-1611. TheSeasideBazaar.com. Rancho Santa Fe Certified Farmers’ Market – 9:30am2pm. 16079 San Dieguito Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, 92091. 619-743-4263. RanchoSantaFeFarmersMarket.com. Leucadia/Encinitas Farmers’ Market & Art Fair – 10am-2pm. Paul Ecke Elementary, 185 Union St, Encinitas, 92024. 858-272-7054. Info@LecadiaFarmersMarket.com. LeucadiaFarmersMarket.com. North San Diego (Sikes Adobe) Certified Farmers’ Market – 10:30am-3:30pm. 12655 Sunset Dr, Escondido, 92025. Claire Winnick: 858-735-5311. NorthSDFarmersMarket.com. San Marcos Farmers’ Market – 11am-3pm. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. 1020 W San Marcos Blvd, Old California Restaurant Row Parking Lot, San Marcos, 92078. 760-5800116. SDFarmBureau.org. Solana Beach Farmers’ Market – 12-4pm. 444 S Cedros Ave, in the heart of the Cedros Ave Design District, Solana Beach. 858-755-0444. Karen@ SouthCedros.com. SolanaBeachFarmersMarket.com.

MONDAY Welk Certified Farmers’ Market Place – 3-7pm. Year-round, rain or shine. 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, 92026. 760-651-3630, no texts. FarmersMarket@WelkResorts.com.

TUESDAY Coronado Ferry Landing Farmers’ Market – 2:306pm. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St &B, Coronado, 92118. 760-741-3763. PBFarmersMarket@ aol.com. CoronadoFerryLandingShops.com. Escondido Downtown Farmers’ Market – 2:306pm, year round. Downtown Escondido’s Certified Farmers’ Market, 262 E Grand Ave between Kalmia & Juniper, Escondido, 92025. 760-480-4101. Escondido. org/Farmers-Market.

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Chula Vista-Otay Ranch Certified Farmers’ Market – 4-8pm. 2015 Birch Rd & Main St, Chula Vista, 91915. 619-279-0032. OtayRanchTownCenter.com.

WEDNESDAY State Street Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm, Mar 16-Nov 2; 3-6pm, Nov 2-Mar 16. Rain or shine; year-round.

On State St between Carlsbad Village Dr & Grand Ave, Carlsbad, 92008. RonLaChance: 858-2727054. Carlsbad-Village.com.

Santee Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm, Mar-Oct; 3-6pm, NovFeb. 9608 Carlton Hills Blvd, corner of Mast & Carlton Hill, Santee, 92071. 619-449-8427. SanteeCertifiedFarmersMarket@gmail.com. SanteeFarmersMarket.com. Encinitas Certified Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Rain or shine. Parking lot B 600 S Vulcan Ave, corner of E & Vulcan. More info: 760-522-2053, no texts. Manager@FarmersMarketEncinitas.com. FarmersMarketEncinitas.com. Ocean Beach Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm, Nov-Apr; 4-8pm, Apr-Nov. 4900 block of Newport Ave between Cable & Bacon Sts, Ocean Beach, 92107. 619-2790032. OceanBeachSanDiego.com. Vista Main Street Farmers’ Market – 4-8pm. Historic Downtown Vista, 255 Main St & Indiana Ave. Bill Westendorf: 760-224-9616. People’s Produce Farmer’s Night Market – 5-8pm. Fresh produce, prepared food, fitness activities, healthy living demonstrations and handmade gifts. EBT, WIC and SNAP accepted. 1655 Euclid Ave, San Diego, 92105. 619-262-2022. ProjectNewVillage.org.

THURSDAY Ocean Beach Farmers’ Market – 4-8pm, Apr-

Nov; 4-7pm, Nov-Apr. 4900 block of Newport Ave between Cable & Bacon Sts, Ocean Beach,

92107. 619-279-0032. OceanBeachSanDiego.com. SDSU Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Held during the fall and spring terms. Canceled on rainy days. San Diego State University, Campanile Walkway, between Hepner Hall & Love Library, San Diego, 92182. Downtown El Cajon Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Supported by the International Rescue Committee. Prescott Promenade at 201 E Main St, El Cajon, 92020. 619-641-7510, x 277. Rescue.org/Farmers-Market.

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Third Avenue Village Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm, Apr-Oct; 3-6pm, Nov-Mar. 325 Third Ave & Center St, Chula Vista, 91910. 619-422-1982 x 3. ThirdAvenueVillage.com/FMarket. Linda Vista Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm, summer; 2-6pm, winter. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. 6939 Linda Vista Rd, Linda Vista Plaza Parking Lot, San Diego, 92111. 760-580-0116. SDFarmBureau.org. UTC Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. 7131 Regents Rd San Diego, 92122. 619-795-3363. SDMarketManager.com/wb.

Oceanside Sunset Market – 5-9pm. Corner of Coast Hwy & Pier View Way, Oceanside, 92054. 760-7544512. MainStreetOceanside.com or SunsetMarketOceanside.com.

FRIDAY La Mesa Certified Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm, sum-

mer; 1-5pm, winter. La Mesa Civic Center, Date Ave & University Ave, La Mesa, 91941. Suzanne Bendixen: 619-249-9395. CityOfLaMesa.com.

SATURDAY Vista’s Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm. San Diego County Courthouse Parking Grounds, 345 S Melrose Dr, Vista, 92081. 619-301-8905. VistaFarmersMarket.com. City Heights Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. Fresh Funds Matching Program offered. 4325 Wightman between 43rd & Fairmont Ave, San Diego, 92105. 760-580-0116. SDFarmBureau.org. Little Italy Mercato – 8am-2pm. Year-round; rain or shine. At W Cedar St from Kettner Blvd to Front St, San Diego, 92101. LittleItalyMercato.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9am-5pm, summer; 9am-4pm. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-753-1611. TheSeasideBazaar.com. Del Mar Farmers’ Market – 1-4pm. Year-round. 1050 Camino Del Mar, between 10th & 11th Sts, Del Mar, 92014. 858-465-0013. DelMarFarmersMarket.org.

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Free Reading Healing Clinic – 7:30-9pm. Come receive a reading and a healing. Free. 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

Free Concert – 3-4pm. Yuko Maruyama, jazz pianist. Visitor center theater. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3 Pet Loss Support Group – 6-7:30pm. Sessions are led by a licensed social worker and are open to those ages 10 and up, including pet parents who are considering or preparing for euthanasia. Pictures of your pet encouraged. Free. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. 619299-7012 x 2311. SDHumane.org. San Diego Herb Guild Children’s Herbal Marketplace – 6:30-8:45pm. Hands-on activities for children will begin at 7. Learn about easy-to-find herbs, how to prepare them and use them to promote health. Free. Casa del Prado in Balboa Park, 1650 El Prado, Rm 101, San Diego, 92101. 858-673-8575. SanDiegoHerbalistsGuild.Blogspot.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 Sierra Talks: San Dieguito Citizen Science Monitoring Program – 6:30pm. Come learn how everyday citizens are partnering with local experts to collect scientifically valid data to meet regional management goals and objectives as part of the new Citizen Science Monitoring Program at the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy and River Park. Free. Joyce Beers Center, 3900 Vermont St, San Diego, 92103. 760-533-2725. SanDiegoSierraClub.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 Project Wildlife Lecture: The Perks of Pests – 9:30-11am. Join Project Wildlife Educator, Carly Padilla, as she discusses ways we can co-exist with our wildlife, things we can do to help, and ways to gently encourage their departure if they have taken up residence. $10. San Diego Human Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. SDHumane.org. Bach Flower Remedies Level 1 – Aug 6-7. 10am5:30pm, Sat; 10am-5pm, Sun. Help yourself and others to lead a happier, healthier life. Whether struggling with worry, concentration, work, relationships or personal goals, the remedies offer support. Course approved by Bach Centre UK. CE’s available. $375. Encinitas. 516-810-6102. BachFlowerEducation.com. Paint Your Pet – 3-6pm. Includes 11x14 canvas, pre-drawn pet (email photo 2 days prior to class) and guided instruction. 15% of purchase is donated to RCHS. $45. Horton Plaza, 324 Horton Plaza, 950 Wilbur Ave, San Diego, 92101. More info: SDHumane.org or LovejoyCreations.com.

Summer Jazz Concert 2016 – 5-7pm. Featuring The Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame Orchestra. Feel Good Coffee Cart on site. Held in the Gazebo Lawn and chairs will be provided. $25/ adult nonmember, $15/adult member, $10/youth nonmember, $5/youth member. San Diego Botanic Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-436-3036. More info: SBDGarden.org.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Summer Fun Doggie Cafe – 6-8pm. Bring your friendly, on-leash dog to socialize while you practice teaching your dog to be calm around exciting distractions. Photos will be available through Flickr. One dog per human handler. Dogs should be at least 4 months old and up-to-date on all vaccines, including rabies. $10 suggested. San Diego Humane Society, 572 Airport Rd, Oceanside, 92058. RSVP: 619-299-7012 x 2230 or SDHumane.org. Free Movie Night: The True Cost – 6:30pm. This 2015 documentary explores the impact of fashion on people and the planet. Free. 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Ste 101, San Diego 92111. SanDiegoSierraClub.org.

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Cardiff Dog Days of Summer – 10am-5pm. Canine festival and contest that is the largest dog-centric event in San Diego with contests, pet adoption and more than 200 vendors showcasing the latest products for dogs and the people who love them. Cardiff 101 Main St, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, 92007. Cardiff101.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Dog Surf and Paddle Board Lessons – 8am, SUP; 10am, 11am & 12pm, surf. Surf lessons include use of a surfboard, canine life vest and instruction. Classes are 50 minutes long. Standup paddleboard lessons include use of a SUP board, canine and human life vests and instruction. Classes are 70 minutes long. $45/class. Del Mar Dog Beach, 3200 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, 92014. AnimalCenter.org. Free Concert – 3-4pm. San Diego Native American Flute Circle. Visitor center theater. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

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Cranial Sacral Therapy Certification training is starting soon. Learn this powerful and important therapeutic modality. Learn more about the training, ask questions and see demonstrations at our orientation get-together. Sign up now. Contact to register. RSVP: 760-846-2511 or ChadwellMethod@gmail.com

Free Compost Workshop – 10am-12pm. Learn the basics of backyard composting and vermicomposting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our expert educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Free. Ridgehaven Green Bldg, 9601 Ridgehaven Ct, San Diego, 92123. Register: SolanaCenter.org.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 Wags and Wine – 4-7pm. The Garden is staying open late for you to enjoy fine wine and a leisurely stroll with your furry friend among the beautiful and unusual plants and trees. Wine and snacks will be provided. $5/guest, purchase online or at the door. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. TheGarden.org. PET Talk: Project Wildlife – 6:30-8pm. Learn about the reasons why it’s so important to coexist with our wild neighbors and understand their importance to our ecosystem. Meet a Project Wildlife ambassador, listen to their story, and walk away with a greater knowledge of wildlife here in San Diego. $10. San Diego Humane Society, 3450 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, 92027. SDHumane.org.

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Companion Planting and Community Growing – 9:30-11:30am. Companion planting is a natural way to encourage plant growth, deter pests, attract beneficial bugs and flavor your garden vegetables. Bring your own one-square-foot container. $10/ nonmember, free/member. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. TheGarden.org. Pet Loss Support Group – 10-11:30am. Sessions are led by a licensed social worker and are open to those ages 10 and up, including pet parents who are considering or preparing for euthanasia. Pictures of your pet encouraged. Free. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. 619299-7012 x 2311. SDHumane.org. Free Compost Workshop – 10am-12pm. Learn the basics of backyard composting and vermicomposting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our expert educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Free. Weidners Gardens, 695 Normandy Rd, Encinitas, 92024. Register: SolanaCenter.org. Summer Twilight Walk – 6:45-8:15pm. Enjoy an evening walk in the park and learn about the changes that occur at dusk. Bring a flashlight and extra layer of clothing. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. More info: 619-668-3281 or MTRP.org.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 Free Concert – 3-4pm. Amy Kanner, celtic harp. Visitor center theater. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 Optimizing Thyroid Health – 6-7:30pm. Matthew Cavaiola, ND, will discuss the importance of the thyroid gland to your overall health, including natural ways that you can optimize its function. Free. Bastyr University San Diego, 4106 Sorrento Valley Blvd, San Diego, 92121. BastyrClinic.org.

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Pet Loss Support Group – 6:30-8pm. Sessions are led by a licensed social worker and are open to those ages 10 and up, including pet parents who are considering or preparing for euthanasia. Pictures of your pet encouraged. Free. San Diego Humane Society, 572 Airport Rd, Oceanside, 92058. 619299-7012 x 2311. SDHumane.org.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 Doggie Cafe – 6-8pm. Bring your friendly, on-leash dog to socialize while you practice teaching your dog to be calm around exciting distractions. Photos will be available through Flickr. One dog per human handler. Dogs should be at least 4 months old and up-to-date on all vaccines, including rabies. $10 suggested. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. RSVP: 619-299-7012 x 2230 or SDHumane.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 Planting Water – 9:30-11:30am. Regenerate your landscape with both active and passive sustainable planting and water harvesting strategies that can be used on any scale with landscape professionals. $10/nonmember, free/member. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. TheGarden.org.

markyourcalendar 8th Annual Doggie Street Festival Saturday, August 27 • 9am-3pm Not-to-be missed dog and cat adopt-a-thon and fun celebration. Fantastic pet products, yummy eats, vet tips, music, kids area and auction prizes. Bring your friendly dog. Become a sponsor, vendor, volunteer, auction prize provider. NTC Park Liberty Station San Diego, 92106 • 323-445-5087 DoggieStreet@gmail.com More info: DoggieStreetFestival.org

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Bhakti Fest – Sept 7-12. Southern California’s largest yoga festival returns with amazing teachers, Kirtan artists and workshop leaders. Joshua Tree Retreat Center, 59700 Twentynine Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, 92252. Tickets and more info: West.BhaktiFest.com.

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Free Admission to The Japanese Friendship Garden – 3rd Tues. Enjoy a refreshing stroll through the garden and stop by the activity booths in the upper garden. Free. 2215 Pan American Rd, San Diego, 92101. 619-232-2721. niwa.org.

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$15 Yoga Classes – Bring your child into class with you for Vinyasa Mama Tues & Thurs at 11:15am. Nature’s Whisper Yoga, 4205 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92103. 760-213-1110. NaturesWhisper.com. Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation for Health and Success – Discover how you can achieve ultimate happiness and health with InteriorWerx. Clear emotional and energetic abnormalities that cause dis-ease, such as anxiety, pain, sadness, discomfort, allergies, recurring physical injury and more. There is immediate relief from symptoms, bringing health back to true form. Free. 312-479-7893. Schedule: InteriorWerx.us. Yoga Classes – Days & times vary. Iyengar for beginners and advanced practitioners. Iyengar Yoga Center of North County, 2210 Encinitas Blvd, Ste U, Encinitas, 92024. 760-632-0040. IyengarYogaNorthCounty.com.

sunday Reiki Levels 1, 2, Master & Teacher – Nationally certified courses. 1-day classes. Ongoing throughout the year. Earn CE credits. More info: 760-593-4595. CULearn.net. San Diego River Garden Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. 2nd and 4th Sun. Weeding, watering, pruning, trail maintenance and other light gardening projects. Family friendly. Tools provided. 3334 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, 92108. RSVP: 619-297-7380.

Spirit Dance: Ecstatic Dance and Moving Meditation – 10am-12pm. Join us for a simple yet profound ecstatic dance. $10-$20 sliding scale. Malashock Studio, 2650 Truxton Rd, Ste 200, San Diego, 92106. More info: 619-787-2389 or BodyWorldArts.com. Family Discovery Walk – 3-4:30pm. 4th Sun. Walk and help your children discover the wonder and beauty of nature. Walks highlight the many changes that occur in the park throughout the year. Wear sturdy, close-toe shoes and bring water. Canceled if raining. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

monday Volunteer Bird Count – 7:30am-12pm. 2nd Mon. All levels of experience welcome. For more info & to receive an automatic reply with meeting location, contact Robert Patton: Birds@SanElijo.org. Bird Watching Monday – 8am. 1st Mon. Discover the fascinating birds and the unique art of bird-watching. San Diego Botanical Garden, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917. SDBGarden.org. San Diego Horticultural Society Meeting – 6-9pm. 2nd Mon. All welcome. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, 92014. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHort.org. Free Reading and Healing Clinic – Thru Oct. 7:30-9pm. 1st Mon. Offered by Vessa Phillips’ Clairvoyant Class to newcomers. Includes an aura healing, 20-minute lecture about psychic abilities based on the monthly theme and a personal short reading on a question aligning with the theme. Free

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A Gathering of Priestess Live Online Video Show – 6pm. With special guests each week. For more info: GatheringOfPriestesses.com. California Native Plant Society San Diego Chapter – 7pm. 3rd Tues (except Aug & Dec). Free lectures on a variety of California native plant topics. Have an unknown plant? Bring it to be identified. Open to the public. Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park, Rm 101 or 104, 1800 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. cnpssd.org.

wednesday River Rescue – 9am-12pm. 1st and 3rd Wed. Team attacks and removes smaller and harder to reach trash sites along the river. All tools and supplies provided. More info: 619-297-7380 or Doug@ SanDiegoRiver.org. Wednesday Trail Walk – 10am. 1st Wed. Explore trails of Balboa Park with a ranger. Leisurely pace. Difficulty level varies, check trail map. Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. 619-2351122. BalboaPark.org. First Wednesdays Free Community Concert Series – 4pm & 7pm. Tickets are handed out on a first come, first seated basis. Doors open one hour prior to show time. Free, $12/reserved seats, $10/member reserved seats. California Center for the Arts, Center Theater, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, 92925. ArtCenter.org.

Guided Nature Walk – 9:30-11am, Sun, Wed, Sat. Guided walk from the Visitor Center on one of 3 trails. Learn about the history, geology, plants, animals and ecology of the park. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org. Grow Getters: Learn How to Propagate – 10am. 1st Sun. Learn more about propagation and potting plants. Help us grow our growing area. Free. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Info & sign up: AltaVistaGardens.org. Free Special Access Tour at The Garden – 10am11am. 3rd Sun. Have trouble navigating the terrain of The Garden? Let us take you for a ride. Explore The Garden from the comfortable Verbeck Shuttle with a Garden Docent. This tour seats only 4-5 people. Advanced reservations required. Free. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Register: 619-660-0614 x 16. TheGarden.org. Qigong in The Garden – 10-11:30am. 4th Sun. Instructor Reyna Lerma will guide students through the ancient Chinese health series that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. Free, $10 suggested donation. The Water Conserva-

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thursday Shelter Island Walk and Talk Bunch – 1011:15am. Take a walk from the parking lot at Bali Hai to the end of Shelter Island and back (2.2-mile roundtrip). Some go to lunch after. Free. Bali Hai, 2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, 92106. Walkabout-Int.org. Balboa Park History Stroll – 11am-12pm. Specially trained History Center guides lead this easypaced stroll through the Park, revealing many of the intriguing aspects of its past, present and future. Reservations requested, but walk-ups welcome. $10-$12. San Diego History Center, 1649 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. SanDiegoHistory.org. Fur Fix Thursday – 3-5pm. Touch, pet and play with some incredibly cute and cuddly animals, adoptable and volunteer. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. 619279-5939 or SDHumane.org. Thursday Family Fun Night 2016 – Thru Aug 25. 4:30-8pm. Enjoy outdoor fun at the Garden including family friendly entertainment from 6-7pm designed to amuse both children and adults. Free with paid admission or membership. San Diego Botanic Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-436-3036. More info: SBDGarden.org.

friday San Diego River Coalition – 3-4:30pm. 3rd Fri. Meet other people interested in the river, to exchange ideas and experiences, and to learn the latest news about the San Diego River Park. Open to the public. Mission Valley Library, Community Rm, 2123 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, 92108. SanDiegoRiver.org. Friday Night Liberty – 5-9pm. 1st Fri. Evening of free open artist studios, galleries and performances throughout NTC Arts & Cultural District at Liberty Station. NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, 92106. More info, Whitney Roux: 619-573-9300, WRoux@ NTCFoundation.org.

saturday Guided Bird Walk – 8-10am. 3rd Sat. Join MTRP Trail Guide and resident Birder, Jeanne Raimond, for an adventure in Bird Watching. If you have binoculars and/or a field guide, please bring them. For location: MTRP.org. Vista Farmers’ Market Wellness Event – 8am-1pm. 1st Sat, Jan-Jun; 3rd Sat, July-Dec. With the farmers market. A great opportunity for you to meet practitioners from a vast range of modalities and learn about their specialties, products, services and how they can benefit your health. Free. Vista County Courthouse Parking Grounds, 325 S Melrose Dr, Vista, 92081. 619-301-8906. VistaWellnessEvents.com. Wildlife Tracking Walks – 8:30-10:30am. 1st Sat. Learn to recognize and identify various signs left behind by resident wildlife. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

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San Elijo Lagoon Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. 3rd Sat. Locations vary, and activities typically include habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, planting of new native plants, trash pickup and removal, and trail maintenance. More info: SanElijo.org. Dog Beach Cleanup – 9am-12pm. 2nd Sat. You and your friendly dog are invited to join Friends of Dog Beach at our regular Beach Cleanups. All cleanup supplies provided, along with treats for you and your dog. Dog Beach, North Ocean Beach. More info: 619-523-1700. DogWash.com/html/ BeachCleanup.htm. Ruffin Canyon Care Restoration – 9am-12pm. 1st Sat. Bring gloves and hand tools if have, but loaners available. Wear hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, and long sleeves. Ruffin Canyon, 9298 Shawn Ave, San Diego. RSVP: 619-297-7380 Yoga in the Garden – 9:30-10:30am. Get in touch with nature, relax your body and renew your spirit. Basic yoga flow format. No prior yoga experience required. $10/drop-in. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. More info: AltaVistaGardens.org. Free Garden Tour – 10am. Tour the lush, colorful and water-wise garden with a knowledgeable garden docent. Bring your questions and hear the secrets and stories that make our garden special. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. TheGarden.org. Free Family Arts Activities – 10am. 2nd Sat. Explore various artistic mediums. Materials provided. All ages welcome. Free. California Center for the Arts, Art & Education Studios, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, 92925. ArtCenter.org. Kids in the Garden – 10am-12pm. 2nd Sat. New topic each month. $5/child (accompanied adults free); free/members. Alta Vista Gardens, Children’s Garden, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Reserve: 760-822-6824 or FarmerJones@ AltaVistaGardens.org. AltaVistaGardens.org. Docent-Led Guided Tours – 10:30am. Last Sat. Tour focuses on water-wise plants. Free with admission or membership. San Diego Botanical Garden, Visitor Center, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917. SDBGarden.org. Birding Basics Class – 1-2:30pm. Last Sat. Join MTRP Trail Guide and knowledgeable Birder Winona Sollock for a class to learn 5 simple techniques for identifying birds at a glance and how to use a field guide. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org. Famosa Slough Work Party – 1-2:30pm. 3rd Sat. Meet along W Pt Loma Blvd about 200 ft east of the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd. RSVP: 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org.

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Friends of Famosa Slough Bird Walk – 1-3pm. 3rd Sat. An easy walk with good views of a variety of birds and salt marsh habitat. Free. Meet at the kiosk by the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd, San Diego, 92138. 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org. Old Town State Native Plant Landscape – 1-3pm. 2nd Sat. Do some work at the Old Town Native Plant Landscape, a recreation of the landscape that provided for the needs of Native Americans in our region before the arrival of Europeans in 1769. Old Town State Historic Park, corner of Taylor St and Congress St, San Diego, 92110. More info: FieldTrips@cnpssd.org. University Heights Point Restoration – 1:303:30pm. 1st Sat. Projects range from trash pickup, non-native plant removal, planting native plants and trail maintenance. 6800 Easton Ct, San Diego, 92120. Contact Ranger Jason: 619-235-5262 or JWallen@SanDiego.gov. CSA San Diego Support Group Meeting – 2pm. 4th Sat. The Celiac Sprue Association is a national support organization that provides information and referral services for persons with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis. Rady Children’s Medical Office Bldg, 3030 Children’s Way, San Diego, 92123. GlutenFreeInSD.com. Home Grown Community Gardening Classes – 2-3pm. 4th Sat, except Dec. With Diane Hollister, master gardener and composter. Garden and grow food in one’s own back yard. Pre-registration required. Free. El Corazon Senior Center, 3302 Senior Center Dr, Oceanside, 92056. 800-2624167. AgriServiceInc.com.

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