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contents BRIAN WEISS, M.D. & AMY WEISS

CHRISTIANE NORTHRUP, M.D.

CHERYL RICHARDSON

JAMES VAN PRAAGH

TEAL SWAN

MIKE DOOLEY

CAROLINE MYSS

GREGG BRADEN

GABRIELLE BERNSTEIN

BRENDON BURCHARD

DR. JOE DISPENZA

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ill Smith’s new movie, Collateral Beauty and our feature article “Loving Large” both depict our editorial theme and belief that “we are all connected.” I feel that human connections are such a vital part of our existence especially during such volatile times when our country is so divided. Perhaps the reason for such extreme reactions and change is to bring us all together? Doesn’t it make better sense to reunite than to fight? Loss does reveal love, peace and beauty when given the time to heal and accept what is. The need to be right is overrated. Expecting evDressed to Reach Africa “One girl at eryone to agree is an impossible goal. Trying to force a time”. See page 9. one’s opinion on someone else is a recipe for disaster and war. Religion and politics have surely demonstrated this fact throughout history. My feeling is to look at all the ingredients you have to work with, and simply make lemonade out of lemons. When our backs are pushed to the wall, we can confront, process and—most importantly—face the truth. We fall apart so we can come back together. No downs, no ups. We are more alike than we are different, yet it appears our differences dominate our behavior in times of strife. I’ve been fortunate in my life to experience love. I discovered later in life that my soulmate resides within me. When I am comfortable in my own skin and love what I do and who I am, then the rest seems to fall in place at its own pace. The search for love is not “out there.” It’s not found in an online dating site. It is within us. When we are honest with ourselves, our real holiday spirits will visit us just like in A Christmas Carol. Scrooge’s haunting and daunting truths appear to him as ghosts. We can see through ghosts and pretend they don’t exist, or we can learn from them. The choice is ours to make. Publishing this magazine has fortunately given me privy to spiritual leaders, medical professionals and an abundance of alternative health care practitioners. I continue to endorse the need for western and eastern medicine to unite. This month’s issue I am focused on our conscious emergence. This is my time to show my gratitude to all of you, who have taught, nurtured, healed, empowered and helped me love myself without having to prove myself. If you are reading this, and you don’t know me, know that you have helped me. We are all connected and loved.

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newsbriefs Give the Gift of Local Honey this Holiday Season

uail Flower Barn in Encinitas is known for their many wonderful products—including raw, local, unfiltered honey. “Honey is a natural source of energy, happiness and health; it can be used internally and externally, in teas and other beverages, and in topical salves and balms,” shares Quail Flower Barn owner, Cheryl Konn. “Honey has been used for thousands of years to heal wounds and its medicinal properties are only recently becoming widely acknowledged.” According to Konn, the honey at the Barn contains propolis, which can’t be found in processed store-bought brands. “Propolis contains natural disinfectants, antibacterial and antifungal compounds, as well as antioxidants. Our honey is of excellent quality; beekeepers are careful and caring, and hives are located in pesticide-free sites in Rancho Santa Fe and surrounding areas.” Many varieties of honey-based products are available, in addition to organic preserves, succulents and other gifts from the garden. “These would make wonderful holiday gifts—both for yourself and others,” adds Konn. Location: 501 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. For more information, call 760-436-1221 or visit QuailFlowerBarn.com

Encinitas Holiday Parade

housands of people will be on floats and in bands with many more cheering them on as the Encinitas Holiday Parade rolls along Coast Highway 101 on December 3 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. This year’s parade theme is Encinitas86, in honor of Encinitas celebrating 30 years since becoming a city in 1986. The North County Eco Alliance (NCEA) is excited to participate again in the holiday parade. The theme for NCEA is 30 Years of Sustainability. The Alliance invites all parade-goers to be on the lookout for their electric vehicle featuring a 6-foot lighted Earth globe. The parade is preceded by a 5 p.m. tree lighting ceremony which includes an appearance by Santa at the Lumberyard. Free shuttle service is available. For more information, visit the City of Encinitas website at ci.encinitas.ca.us

New Healing Sanctuary in Encinitas

race Mukta’s Healing Center is now open in Encinitas. Mukta, channel and medium, is dedicated to helping individuals heal from the inside out. “I am committed to helping people find their inner light and truth,” she says. Mukta’s eclectic approach to healing blends deeplyrooted shamanism with many years of experience as a vibrational healer as well as a psychic channel that is able to relay important messages from the angels and ascended masters. Her innate gifts to channel divine healing energy and provide spiritual counseling has inspired and supported transformative healing in her clients. Mukta’s center features a crystal bed from John of God in Brazil. “The bed provides chromotherapy, a powerful method of balancing and purifying the chakras,” says this healer who combines the bed with sacred sound healing and Reiki. Grace Mukta is a John of God authorized guide, intuitive energy healer, Angelologist, yoga therapist, Reiki Master and spiritual counselor with 40 years of experience in this realm. Location: 609 S. Vulcan Ave., Ste. 101, Encinitas. For more information, call 760-688-2233 or visit GraceMukta.com

Detox Away Holiday Guilt

ccording to local naturopathic doctor, Kim Kelly, there is no need to feel guilty for enjoying the holiday season. “There are ways to just wipe that guilt away while feeling better, lighter and healthier,” he says. “May all the great upcoming holiday festivities, foods and social gatherings be filled with great memories. And afterwards, may your liver, kidneys, lymphatics, stomach and mind have its own little holiday season of enjoying a nice detox/cleanse program.” Kelly assures that an effective detox program doesn’t need to be intense. “For a good detox, we just need to make sure the liver, kidneys and colon are well-functioning and nourished with the right nutrients.” Kelly does this by offering nutritional suggestions, including food and beverages, along with supplements for healing and keeping the body running smoothly. He also offers intravenous vitamins and minerals along with injectable homeopathics for those wanting to expedite their detoxification program. For more information, contact Kim Kelly at 760-533-2883, KimKelly3@hotmail.com or visit NatureDocKelly.com natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Holiday Disconnect and Rejuvenate Float Special

he team at Float North County is excited to announce several holiday float specials are now available. “Give the gift of real joy and peace this holiday season to a friend or family member and they will thank you with a smile,” assures owner, Glenn Stokoe. Float’s Holiday Disconnect and Rejuvenate Special includes a single float for only $55 (a $10 discount) or a three float package for only $135 (a $30 discount). According to Stokoe, science shows that with as little as 60 minutes in a float tank, stress hormones are significantly reduced and dopamine—the brain’s happy neurotransmitters—is elevated, leaving the floater with a glow and complete sense of relaxation and pain relief. “This time of year can be filled with stress resulting in chronic pain, nervousness, anxiety and physical ailments,” he says. “Everyone should find a way to disconnect, quiet the chatter in the mind and rejuvenate the body to remain healthy and make clear and informed decisions.” “There is no more relaxing and rejuvenating way to spend your time on the planet than letting go of tension and pain in a float tank,” adds Stokoe.

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azy Acres Natural Market celebrates the grand opening of their new store in Encinitas. Lazy Acres is about natural foods and real people dedicated to providing unmatched personal service. “Our people go out of their way to make the Lazy Acres experience enjoyable every time you come by,” shares store director, Steve Dominguez. “We have the friendliest, most community-minded employees you’ll find.” The Encinitas location features fresh, organic produce and health and wellness products; a wide selection of vegan, gluten free and Paleo foods; a freshprepared foods section, with grab-and-go items like a taco bar, housemade soups and a full selection of sushi and poke; a Pannikin Coffee stand showcasing the local icon’s signature items; a large natural and organic meats and seafood department; retail products from Encinitas Surfboards; a fresh juice and smoothie bar; a culinary classroom; one of North County’s largest assortments of craft beers and wines. The store also will soon feature a Bee Department—the first of its kind in any grocery store. A live observation honeybee hive will be the central feature, and a large selection of natural bee products such as honeys, honeycomb and beeswax items will be offered. “We can’t wait to become your favorite store for all of your grocery and wellness needs,” adds store director.

eel amazing, uplifted and empowered as you start your day. The newly launched Mantra Makeup Mat makes a great gift for every girl and woman who wears makeup. “It transforms a beauty routine into a beauty ritual,” says founder Christine Howard. The Mantra Makeup Mat provides a solution to several problems women and teens have related to their beauty routine including rushing, being selfcritical and makeup messes. “Does your morning beauty routine leave you feeling stressed and with a mess? What would it be like to start your day with a few moments to yourself, to ground and center, to appreciate and awaken your inner beauty?” asks Howard. “Women and teens will see that there is a way to start their day, during their morning beauty routine, that will inspire and empower themselves. They will see a solution for themselves or someone in their life that needs a boost of self-love and self-care around their beauty.” The Mantra Makeup Mat was a passion project that began during Howard’s healing journey from cancer and a divorce. “I created and implemented new self-care rituals in every area of my life. My morning beauty routine was one of these areas. As I spoke with girlfriends and clients, I realized that many other women were experiencing the same stress that I used to feel during the morning routine.” This 100 percent organic soft cotton product is part function, part inspiration. “From an inspiration standpoint, each mat has a beautiful uplifting and empowering message,” explains Howard. “From a functional standpoint, this mat protects your surfaces from makeup messes. Use it all week and then machine wash.”

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ne Girl At A Time foundation is a non-profit organization that helps young girls attend school in some of the most vulnerable areas of Guinea, West Africa. “We promote gender equality, safe learning environment, education for all,” says co-founder Fatim Bahh. “Young girls’ educational opportunity is our reason; we believe education is a clear path to breaking the cycle of poverty. We select and sponsor families in some of the poorest and most vulnerable populations in Guinea and help bring awareness of the importance of education.” The organization is supported by donations and child sponsorships, along with a clothing line, the main source of support for the foundation. According to Bahh, 10 percent of the proceeds from each sale is donated to One Girl At A Time foundation to support education of young girls in Africa. “We also make everything in Los Angeles, giving jobs to the local economy,” shares Bahh. “Help share our movement with friends and families.” Fatim Bahh, entrepreneur, fashion designer and philanthropist, was born and raised in Conakry, Guinea, West Africa. She has dedicated her life to social businesses and bringing joy to those around her. For more information, visit OneGirlAt ATimeFoundation.org or call 310210-8402.

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holiday boutique is being held December 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at San Elijo Recreation Center in San Marcos. “Come and get your holiday shopping done in one place,” invites LuLaRoe consultant Felicity Rice. “Enjoy a holiday boutique and support local independent business women.” The event will feature simple, comfortable and modest clothing for kids and women of all ages and lifestyles, for the working professional to “on-the-go” moms. “The clothes are great for working out too,” says Rice. “Attendees will also get a chance to win a pair of LuLaRoe’s infamous buttery soft leggings.” Location: 1105 Elfin Forest Rd., San Marcos. For more information, contact Felicity Rice at 760-889-4727 or LuLaRoeFelicityRice@gmail.com or visit Facebook. com/groups/HolidayBoutiqueSEH

Spiritual Film Starring Will Smith Opens December 16

ollateral Beauty, a new inspirational film featuring an all-star cast will be released December 16 in select theaters. The film, presented by New Line Cinema, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, explores deeply spiritual themes and timeless questions that will resonate with spiritual seekers from all walks of life. The meaning of life, love, death and the illusions of time are all interwoven in a poetic way to enhance the beauty that is present in every moment of existence. In the film, a successful New York ad executive suffers a personal tragedy and retreats from life, his friends devise a drastic plan to reach him before he loses everything. Pushing him to the very edge, they force him to confront the truth in surprising and profoundly human ways. From Oscar-winning director David Frankel, this thought-provoking drama explores how even the deepest loss can reveal moments of beauty, and how the constants of love, time and death interlock in a life fully lived. Collateral Beauty features an all-star cast, including Will Smith, Edward Norton, Kiera Knightley, Michael Peña, Naomie Harris and Jacob Latimore, with Oscar winners Kate Winslet and Helen Mirren. Visit CollateralBeauty-movie.com for theater listings and to watch the film’s trailer. For more information, visit Facebook.com/CollateralBeauty

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esearchers from Northumbria University, in England, have discovered that drinking peppermint tea can improve working and long-term memory. After 180 healthy adults filled out questionnaires about their mood, they were selected at random to consume one of three drinks—peppermint tea, chamomile tea or water—and then rested for 20 minutes. The subjects were then tested for memory and other cognitive factors and given a second mood questionnaire. Those that drank peppermint tea exhibited improvements in both types of memory and were more alert than the other two groups. The participants that drank chamomile tea displayed reductions in both memory and attention functions compared to the others. Researcher Mark Moss, Ph.D., notes, “The enhancing and arousing effects of peppermint and the calming, sedative effects of chamomile observed in this study are in keeping with the claimed properties of these herbs and suggest beneficial effects can be drawn from their use.”

Cranberries Reduce Urinary Tract Infections

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ranberries, a staple on most holiday tables, can help women reduce their risk of urinary tract infections (UTI). A recent study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research tested the impact of consuming wholecranberry fruit powder on women that had experienced two or more UTIs in the previous 12 months. Of the 182 study participants, 89 were given 500 milligrams of the cranberry powder daily for six months. The remaining 93 women ingested a placebo. The cranberry group reported significantly fewer infections than the placebo group. In addition, it took the women in the cranberry group more time to develop a first UTI than the women in the control group.

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esearchers from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health have found that individuals living close to a natural gas hydraulic fracking site have a significantly higher occurrence of asthma attacks. The study examined health records from the Geisinger Health System, a healthcare provider in Pennsylvania, where the fracking industry has experienced incredible growth of more than 9.000 natural gas wells in the past decade. The records of more than 35,000 Geisinger asthma patients between the ages of 5 and 90 were studied between 2005 and 2012. Patients that reported attacks were mapped and studied in relation to the fracking well locations, and the results compared with other patients not reporting attacks in the same year. The researchers discovered that those that lived in close proximity to multiple or larger active natural gas wells were 1.5 to four times more likely to experience asthma attacks. Brian S. Schwartz, a medical doctor and a professor in the Department of Environmental Health Services at the Bloomberg School, in Baltimore, Maryland, was the senior author of the study. He states, “We are concerned with the growing number of studies that have observed health effects associated with this industry. We believe it’s time to take a more cautious approach to [fracking] well development with an eye on environmental and public health impacts.”

esearch published in the Journal of Marketing Research links bright light to healthier food choices. The study observed 160 diners at four separate metropolitan locations of a chain dinner restaurant between 6 and 8 p.m. Two of the restaurants used bright lighting (250 lux luminance) and the other two locations had dim lighting (25 lux luminance). The researchers found that diners at the well-lit locations were more likely to choose healthy options such as baked or grilled fish and chicken than the patrons at the dimly lit restaurants. These results were replicated in a laboratory test of 700 college students where scientists attributed students’ healthier choices to the alert feelings that being in a bright room elicits.

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Sea Mammals Update 2016 was a mixed year for whales and dolphins and by extension, humans. Marine Biologist Sylvia Earle states the importance of ocean health this way: “With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the sea. The ocean is the blue heart of the planet. There’s still time, but not a lot, to turn things around.” Scientists have discovered a new, black-colored species of whale that’s onethird the size of a Baird’s beaked whale. Yet to be named, it’s rarely seen, feeding in deep canyons in the Bering Sea. The oldest-known orca whale, Granny, at 105, swims Washington’s coastline. Wild orcas usually live 60 to 80 years; captives, 40 years at most. Iceberg, the only known adult white orca, age 22, was spotted in Russian coastal waters earlier this year. In 2013, a Korean marine park retrained five dolphins to feed naturally and released them into the sea, where they rejoined their original pod. Recent sightings found them thriving, affording hope for the 2,900 dolphins in marine parks, aquariums and zoos worldwide. Pink dolphins in Hong Kong’s bustling harbor remain endangered. In 2003, there were 158; by 2014, only 61. The Baiji River dolphin, only found in China, has been declared extinct. Vaquitas, small porpoises in the Gulf of California, declined from 97 in 2014 to 60 this year, most drowned in commercial fishing nets; it may be extinct by 2018.

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ne cannot talk respect It must be shown Not from the brain But from the heart Without self-righteousness Only with love Clear eyes see When the wind speaks to All of us It can carry you away Another twist Another day Spirits are up And the moon goes down Our emotions float Around and around

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The 2016 annual Audubon Great Backyard Bird Count in February (Audubon.org/ content/2014-great-backyard-bird-countsummary) and a report compiled by the North American Bird Conservation Initiative (StateOfTheBirds.org/2016) show that more than a third of all North American bird species are at risk of becoming extinct unless significant action is taken, especially ocean and tropical birds. The governments of Canada, the United States and Mexico created the North American Bird Conservation Initiative in 1999. More than half the species that rely on oceans and tropical forests are on a special watch list because of small and declining populations, limited ranges and severe threats to their habitats. The report pinpoints invasive predators such as rats and cats on nesting islands, as well as overfishing, pollution and climate change. Ways to address the problem include removing predators, expanding protected marine areas and reducing the amount of plastic products that end up in the ocean and can trap or choke birds. Many species such as long-distance migratory shore birds in coastal, grassland and arid habitats are declining steeply. The main causes are rising sea levels, coastal development, encroaching human activity and oil spills. natural awakenings

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Make Life a Treat with Yummy Cupcakes in Encinitas by Erin Lehn Floresca

efore sweet cupcake treats became the central theme of his life, Renato Cautela, owner of Yummy Cupcakes in Encinitas, spent over 25 years as a sales manager in the wine and liquor industry. “I spent a lot of time working with chefs doing wine pairings with dishes and developed a huge passion for savory cooking,” he explains. However, when a franchise coach for The Original Yummy Cupcakes offered him an opportunity as an investor for the Encinitas location, he jumped on it and opened his store in 2013. “My previous job had me traveling a lot and I liked the idea of being a little more grounded,” says this entrepreneur. Little did this savory chef know he was about to blossom into a cupcake baker. Through a series of synchronistic twists and turns, this bakery owner got

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a chance to experience life as a sweet chef—and discover his many hidden talents. “I had no idea in the beginning that I would get so into the creative side of the baking business, but sometimes life has different plans for you,” affirms Cautela, who now wakes up every morning at 3 a.m. to get his shop ready for customers. “Baking is a perfect blend of creativity and science. In the savory world, you don’t always have to follow recipes with such accuracy. You can add a dash of something here and not worry about it messing up your dish. But baking is much more precise. You can mess things up pretty easily if you accidentally put in baking soda instead of baking powder,” says Cautela who feels that many of his natural traits, including patience and attention to detail, helped him to embrace the wonderful world of baking. NA-SD.com

Yummy Cupcakes offers 26 different flavors daily from a portfolio of over 650 recipes including gluten–less, vegan and sugar-free. “Seasonal treats and cupcakes are made 16 different ways, so be sure to try the new Cupcakie Crunch, a real crowd pleaser,” says Cautela. Yummy Cupcakes caters to all of San Diego County and the space can be reserved for private parties as well. Groups of up to 12 people can learn to build a parfait and decorate a collection of cupcakes. “We’re not just a cupcake store,” shares Cautela, “we provide diversity and dimension to dessert tables, weddings and holiday parties.” Visitors to the store can find a variety of delicious cupcake creations including Cupcake Push Pops, Cupcake Truffle Packs, Cupcakie Pies, Cupcake Biscotti, Cupcakes on a Stick, and much more. In order to serve customers following special diets, Cautela created his own vegan, gluten-less and sugar-free cupcake recipes. “It was a lot of trial and error with the test batches, but I wanted to make sure that we had a cupcake for everybody. So many people in our area are on special diets, and I wanted to be able to serve the unique needs of our market.” Cautela shares that on a busy Saturday, his store could easily bake 4,000 cupcakes. “It’s all a true balancing act from serving the in-store customers, to parties and other special occasions,” he says. “While it’s challenging, it’s also fun and unique.” This jovial baker chocks up his success to his team—several of which are culinary institute graduates. “They exude such a bright energy. They’re all unique and different and can easily embrace the chaos of the store. I wouldn’t feel as confident doing what I’m doing without them,” he says. “Happy people help create a happier environment.” Location: 1514 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas. Store hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 760-452-8136 or visit YummyCupcakes.com/encinitas-ca. Delivery service is also available.

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LOVING LARGE Scientists Say We’re All Connected

Cosmic View

by Linda Sechrist

rue love is not something reserved exclusively for soulmates, couples, children, friends or family. Observations by sages for millennia and by enlightened scientists more recently are increasingly aligned with the point of view articulated by renowned meditation teacher Jack Kornfield that true love and awareness—a sense of universal connectivity and the idea that divinity, or the sacred, is found in all things—are indistinguishable.

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This state of being, generally denoted by strong feelings of love or acceptance toward others, brings us into contact with universal energy which connects all of humanity with the natural world. Clues to our united commonality are explored in two 21stcentury books, Love 2.0: How Our Supreme Emotion Affects Everything We Feel, Think, Do, and Become, by Barbara L. Fredrickson, Ph.D., and A General Theory of Love, by medical doctors Thomas Lewis, Fari Amini and Richard Lannon. These authors explore 20

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The neural synchrony of positivity resonance between the brains of two individuals is a connected oneness that Fredrickson notes is far more ubiquitous than previously thought possible. Her research shows that it requires only connection, not the intimacy or shared history that comes with any special bonds. Micro-moments of the connected oneness we feel as life-giving reverberations occur via shared smiles or laughter, a common compassion or an engaging story. Humans all hunger for such moments. The prerequisites are perceived safety and authentic sensory connection with another, even if it’s fleeting. In Fredrickson’s perspective, such neural coupling is a biological manifestation of oneness in which a habitual focus on “me” expands to a life-expanding “we”.

the brain science that’s related to love and awareness. Although trying to grasp love intellectually may be like eating soup with a fork, the authors of A General Theory of Love cite feelings as a good starting point. Fredrickson describes love as “the momentary upwelling of three tightly interwoven events: a sharing of one or more positive emotions between you and another; a biochemical synchrony between your and the other person’s biochemistry and behaviors; and a reflected motive to invest in each other’s well-being that brings mutual care.” Fredrickson, director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, believes love is a complex physiological response; a “positivity resonance.” She describes key factors in love’s ability to biologically transform us as oxytocin, a hormone active in social bonding and attachments, and the vagus nerve deep within the brain stem that connects with numerous organs, including the lead “character” in this relationship, the heart. NA-SD.com

During their 30-year friendship, Bob Staretz collaborated with astronaut Edgar Mitchell, Sc.D., the lunar module pilot on Apollo 14 and founder of the Institute of Noetic Sciences, to research and write “The Quantum Hologram and the Nature of Consciousness,” published in the Journal of Cosmology. Their scientific theory explains how all of creation learns, self-corrects and evolves as a self-organizing, interconnected holistic system through love. “Without exception, everything in nature exists and works together in total balance, resonance and harmony, interacting as one. From this perspective, Edgar and I reached the obvious conclusion—the organizing principle of the cosmos is agape love, an ultimate form of unconditional love that accepts all things existing in nature without regard to conditions, expectations, shortcomings, flaws or faults,” explains Staretz. The former executive director of Eternea, an organization focused on spiritually transformative experiences and the study of consciousness, Staretz says individuals that undergo such an experience attest that loving one another and all of nature, of which we are a part, is the central reason for our existence. Anita Moorjani’s latest book, What

If This Is Heaven? reiterates the life lesson she learned from her dramatic near-death experience in which she identified herself as a state of pure consciousness connected with everything in the cosmos. She clearly heard: “Your only work is to love yourself, value yourself and embody this truth of selfworth and self-love so that you can be love in action. That is true service, to yourself and to those who surround you.” This message continues with her, and she explains that by not loving ourselves, we are denying the part of God that expresses itself through us. An overarching insight from her life-changing journey is, “Unconditional love is a state of being, not an emotion. It’s not just one side of the coin—it’s the whole coin.”

How-to Resources Interest in this deeper perspective led The Shift Network, which offers online transformative education, to host a recent Advanced Teachings for Truly Loving Yourself with Margaret Paul, P.h.D., co-author of Do I Have to Give Up Me to Be Loved By You? Many others are working to spread the word about a larger sense of life-giving love, including Cleveland, Ohio, intuitive psychologist Debra L. Reble, Ph.D., author of Being Love: How Loving Yourself Creates Ripples of Transformation in Your Relationships and the World. She says, “Our soul’s purpose is to be and express love. We dream of love, yearn for love and make love, but rarely do we realize that we are love, a source of divine energy.” Reba Linker, a New York City life coach and author, hosts a Leaders in Self-Love Facebook page and the Paint Yourself into The Picture online coaching show. Linker’s philosophy on love resembles that of New Thought leader Michael Beckwith, minister, author and founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, in Culver City, California—to discern that our true nature is love is to know that we are created in the very image and likeness of love, the essence of life itself. Gary Sinclair, author of Healing Memories in Seconds, views his life from an altitude of oceanic oneness. His 35 years of study in a field that uses energy to heal spirit, mind and body led him to develop Soul Link, a memory energy therapy. His work is changing the face of therapy for those with post-traumatic stress disorder and led to the revelation, “Love pulls whatever it touches to its highest potential.” Teaching what he knows “beyond a shadow of a doubt” helps to shift his students’ worldview. “All of creation is made up of electromagnetic energy vibrating at different frequencies. We are energy beings who can learn to manage our energy to heal ourselves. We are all connected by omnipresence, the energy of love, a heart connection of life. Consciously choosing this awareness allows us to be ‘love living life.’” Kamini Desai, director of education for the Amrit Yoga Institute, in Salt Springs, Florida, lends her yogic perspective to love. “We are each a wave on the ocean of existence. Even though we are separate waves, we carry the essence of the same ocean. When that essence

manifests in us as spirit, its quality is a healing force of love surrounding our cells, causing our heart to beat and regenerating our organs. This intelligence guides and directs the universe in the same manner that it heals and maintains our body. In yoga, we learn to listen to its subtle voice so that we can follow its urges and energetic impulses to the source from which it springs.” The perceptions of California’s HeartMath Institute founder Doc Childre, dedicated to helping people access their intuitive insight and heart intelligence, are generally aligned with those of Fredrickson. Both approaches recognize how order and balance in the nervous system and smooth, harmonious and coherent heart rhythms enhance our ability to clearly perceive a far larger universe of experience. The ensuing connections widen the windows of perception to view ourselves as no longer separate, but part of a unified whole. Accumulated micro-moments of love communicated through synchronized gazes, touches and vocalizations forge a shared subjective appreciation of connection and oneness. We feel ourselves embodying positive resonance and experience easier and more immediate rapport in familial, familiar and even new relationships. We discover abundant opportunities to feel love, loved and loving as we make ourselves available to them. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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LIBATIONS Restorative Drinks Revive Good Cheer by Judith Fertig

uring jam-packed special occasions like holidays, our drinks should multitask, too. We need festive tipples to refresh us without overdoing it, restore equilibrium if we overeat or drink or revive us when we’re feeling low from a seasonal cold or flu. In addition to traditional offerings that family and friends might expect, why not add a new and improved signature drink to everyone’s repertoire? These feel-good beverages, featuring winter fruits high in vitamin C, anthocyanins, therapeutic herbs and fresh ginger, deliver delicious boosts to help us feel our best.

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The season of hospitality is happily also the season of pomegranates, blood oranges and Meyer lemons (a sweeter, thin-skinned, aromatic variety). These

vibrant fruits give a taste of good cheer to anything we can pour, shake, muddle or simmer. Whether we offer fresh-squeezed blood orange juice in the morning, a non-alcoholic cocktail of pomegranate juice and sparkling water, or a squeeze of Meyer lemon juice in a hot toddy or tea, the tart flavor is a sure pick-me-up. The red color in antioxidant-rich blood oranges and pomegranates indicates the presence of anthocyanins, compounds that might help prevent cancer and heart disease, as well as treat eye disorders, according to an article published in the Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology. Meyer lemons are a good source of vitamin C, essential for producing collagen needed to support the formation of new bone, blood vessels, ligaments and tendons, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

After an evening of over-imbibing, our systems need to reboot. The stomach needs help in processing alcohol, plus we may be dehydrated and feeling a little queasy. Filtered water, coconut water or a sweet, caffeine-free coffee or carbonated beverage of the lemonlime variety rehydrate, as well as help our digestive system break down and flush out the alcohol. According to Registered Dietitian Aicacia Young, in Austin, Texas, founder of ClimbHealthy.com, the simple act of drinking water before we go to bed can assist in the recovery process. Research published in the Food & Function journal found that lemonlime soda helps the body metabolize alcohol better by speeding up its ability to process the compound aldehyde dehydrogenase, the main cause of hangover symptoms. For nausea and motion sickness, ginger or peppermint tea can help, according to studies in the American Journal of Physiology and the French Prescrire International.

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Sometimes the stress of holiday to-dos, often combined with travel, can lower the resilience of our immune system. When we feel symptoms of a cold or flu coming on, the classic hot toddy can help us feel human again. The alcohol in whiskey is a natural decongestant; plus, it helps get us to sleep. Honey soothes and perky lemon juice gives us hope that we’ll feel better the next day. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS. Connect at JudithFertig.com.

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Meyer Lemon Hot Toddy Yields: 1 serving

Seasonal Drinks that Revitalize

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Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir in the juice of half a Meyer lemon, a tablespoon or two of honey and a jigger of whiskey. Serve hot in a mug.

The best holiday drinks are festive and taste great. They should also be easy to fix. Here are five to get us started.

Blood Orange French 75 Yields: 1 serving In a champagne flute, pour a jigger of gin, the juice of half a blood orange and a squeeze of Meyer lemon juice. Top up with champagne. Courtesy of Kathryne Taylor, a whole foods and vegetarian blogger; Search CookieAndKate.com.

Fresh Hot Ginger Tea

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Holiday Sangria Yields: 8 servings Combine 1 liter of cabernet sauvignon, a quart of pomegranate juice, Âź cup agave nectar, 1 thinly sliced Meyer lemon and 1 thinly sliced pear in a pitcher. Add ice and stir. Pour into glasses to serve.

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Yields: 2 servings Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, and then add 1 small knob of fresh ginger, precut into thin slices. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain out the ginger slices and serve in a mug. Courtesy of Judith Fertig, AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle. blogspot.com.

Fresh Hot Peppermint Tea

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Yields: 1 serving Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boiling, place 7 to 10 fresh organic mint leaves in a tea cup. Pour the hot water over the mint leaves and let them steep in the cup for 5 minutes. Strain out leaves as desired, and enjoy.

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Earth’s Elements is located at 559 South Coast Hwy. 101, in Encinitas. For more information, contact Hem Rai at 951-704-8786 or email kirattrek@yahoo.com.

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by Sandra Murphy

an and woman’s best four-legged friend can activate and energize even the most reluctant couch potato or exhausted owner, making the family dog an excellent exercise buddy. Regardless of how lax we may be, everyone feels better after some kind of workout. A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology confirms that working up a sweat outdoors affords an appealing boost of energy, enjoyment and improved state of mind. Dogs love routine, so they’ll be waiting by the door for their daily walks. Make each outing mindful by letting the pet choose the route and pace. While they stop to sniff, do hamstring stretches by leaning against a wall, fence or tree. Once the warm-up portion is completed, add sprints to burn more calories. Ask for a sit, pick a goal a short distance away and then give the cue to run together fast. After arriving at the goal, ask for another sit. “Our favorite time to go is before 7 a.m. to avoid cars and when the asphalt isn’t too hot for his paws,” says Monica Weintraub, a food and travel blogger currently working from Beijing, China. “Carl loves the burst of energy, and we both build muscle.” A backyard agility course can

complement or even substitute for walks. It’s easy to make with weave poles, jumps and tunnels. Vary the order of the obstacles and run alongside the dog to call out each one. When it’s excessively wet, cold and icy or hot outside, create an indoor agility course. Use blankets and upturned chairs for tunnels, cardboard boxes to designate a weaving trot and a hula hoop for jumps. Set it up on top of rugs that foster firm footing. Balance can also be improved with exercise balls. While some dogs only see a soccer game, others try to balance on the ball, strengthening core muscles like their humans. Learning doga, or yoga for dogs, incorporates a canine’s natural trainability, flexibility, mimicry of human moves and desire to please. Kristen Corral, who’s also certified in animal massage, teaches Anima yoga fusion classes for people and pets of all ages in Las Vegas. “Anima means an expression of one’s true inner self,” she explains. “We work on balance and never force the dogs into poses. They’re excited during the first sessions, but as you move and breathe together, it becomes a calming

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arth Elements is one of my very favorite stores.The friendly owner, Hem Rei and his staff know how to take peaceful settings to a whole new level. Rei is a former Sherpa with a deep passion for his culture. His store is filled with a wonderful variety of crafts passed down for generations, along with unique jewelry, tapestries, handcarved treasures, Buddha statues, gems, clothing and other exquisite pieces of art. Earth Elements also features an amazing collection of singing bowls. In addition to his retail shop, Rei opened a healing space for local practitioners including Natural Awakenings advertiser Marc Malin, who soothes you with his sound touch and magical massaging techniques. Sound Touch combines various forms of medical, sports and relaxation massage therapy with intention, sound and tone to restore, soothe and heal. There are a variety of other practitioners available to offer modalities like acupuncture, crystal healing and myofascial release. Check in with the store for updates on modalities. Walking in and just seeing all the beautiful treasures is a healing experience. Earth Elements brings it all to Encinitas.

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and relaxing activity.” Floor exercises with the help of a dog also helps strengthen core muscles. Do leg lifts and teach the pet to walk under a raised leg to ensure it stays raised for the proper amount of time. Incorporate fetch games with sit-ups; throw the toy when sitting up and accept it back while reclining. Alternate arms—the dominant one has better aim, while the other one adds steps for the dog as it runs to fetch an errant toss. For chair exercises, use a toy to lure the dog under the chair, moving it from side-to-side, simultaneously working the waistline. Fetch lets the dog chase the toy before dropping it in front of the chair, giving the owner’s core muscles a workout when bending to pick it up each time. Dogs love to play hide-and-seek. It’s easy with two people; one holds the dog while the other hides. If solo, teach the pet to sit until a timer goes off before starting the hunt. “I ask Felix, my mixed-breed dog, to hold a sit-stay while I go hide,” says Chantelle Wallace, a professional writer who volunteers to exercise animals at Skyline Pet Care and Fitness, in Austin, Texas. “Hide and seek activates both mental focus and physical exercise.” Dancing to favorite tunes expends lots of energy. Dogs may perform obedience moves to the beat or, like humans, dance like nobody’s watching. Scientists at the University of Missouri are among those that have found that music improves moods, too. Teaching a dog to help around the house impresses everybody and takes advantage of bad weather to catch up on chores. They can tour a laundry basket to bedrooms, pick up trash or place items for recycling in a bin. Select individual items to be carried up or down stairs for a muscular workout. Take some tips from Jesse, a most helpful dog, at Tinyurl.com/HouseholdHelpPooch. When our will to exercise is wavering, an eager dog will help keep an exercise routine interesting and on track. The dog’s goal is always to have fun with their favorite person. 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-4pm. 9am5pm, summer; 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. Farmers Market@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 – Nov 2-Mar 16. 3-7pm, Mar 16-Nov 2; 3-6pm. Rain or shine; year-

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. UTC Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. 7131 Regents Rd San Diego, 92122. 619-795-3363. SDMarketManager.com/wb.

Ocean Beach Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm, Nov-

round. On State St between Carlsbad Village Dr & Grand Ave, Carlsbad, 92008. RonLaChance: 858-272-7054. Carlsbad-Village.com.

Santee Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm, Nov-Feb;3-7pm, MarOct. 9608 Carlton Hills Blvd, corner of Mast & Carlton Hill, Santee, 92071. 619-449-8427. SanteeCertifiedFarmersMarket@gmail.com. SanteeFarmersMarket.com.

Apr; 4-8pm, Apr-Nov. 4900 block of Newport Ave between Cable & Bacon Sts, Ocean Beach,

92107. 619-279-0032. OceanBeachSanDiego.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.

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

La Mesa Certified Farmers’ Market – 1-5pm, win-

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 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. Linda Vista Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm, winter; 3-7pm, summer;. 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. Third Avenue Village Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm, Nov-Mar; 3-7pm, Apr-Oct. 325 Third Ave & Center St, Chula Vista, 91910. 619-422-1982 x 3. ThirdAvenueVillage.com/FMarket.

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FRIDAY ter; 2-6pm, summer. 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. 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. 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. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9am-4pm.; 9 a m - 5 p m, summer. 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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ALL MONTH LONG Holiday Shopping – Come get your holiday shopping done in this Lularoe multi-consultant event. For more information call 760-889-4727 or email LuLaRoeFelicityRice@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 Holiday Sale – 20-50% off jewelry and more in store and online at ShopEarthsElements.com. Earths Elements. 951-704-8786. Pet Talk: Essential Oils for Your Pet’s Health – 6:30-8pm. Come learn about the various uses of essential oils in improving the health and lives of cats, dogs, rabbits & other pets, as well as horses (and perhaps even for your human family too) with guest speakers Dr. Katie Kangas and Dr. Lisa Grunewald. $10 per person and includes materials, light snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments. Space is limited. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA 92110. Visit SDHumane.org.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2 Balboa Park December Nights – 3-11pm. Friends, families and the community are invited to come together for festive fun, food and attractions throughout the park, including complimentary admission to Balboa Park museums from 5-9pm. The largest free community festival in San Diego, December Nights is expected to attract more than 350,000 visitors to the park over two days to revel and enjoy the season. Delicious cuisine and holiday cheer are also all part of the long-standing San Diego celebration. BalboaPark.org/decembernights.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 La Jolla Sea Watch and Rocky Shores – 7:3010:30am. A scenic spot where the Pacific Ocean meets a rocky coastline. We will start by scanning the offshore out to the coastal kelp beds for pelagic species, including loons, shearwaters and auklets. Rocky shore species that we might see include Brown Pelican, all three local Cormorants, winter gulls, Black Turnstones, and possibly Wandering Tattlers. Can be cool and windy (but that could bring the birds closer to the shore). Bring a scope if you have one. Capped at 25 participants. Free. For event details and location, visit SanDiegoAudubon. org/events. Horticultural Day at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park – 9am-1pm. We don’t have a regular meeting in December, but you won’t want to miss this special day with the Horticultural Society. When you register to attend, receive via email a discount voucher good for 20% off regular entrance fee. Spaces on the tours are allocated on a first come first served basis. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido. SDHort.org.

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Habitat Restoration at South Shores – 9:30am12:30pm. Join San Diego Audubon in our efforts to restore native sand dune habitat at South Shores in Mission Bay. Sand dunes are an important local ecosystem, and are often under siege by development and invasive species. We will be providing all of the necessary supplies (gloves, water, sunscreen and snacks), but recommend that volunteers come prepared in long pants and closed toed shoes and that they bring a reusable water bottle. Anyone under 18 will need a waiver to be signed by a parent or guardian. Free. To RSVP, or for directions, contact Megan Flaherty, our Conservation Project Coordinator at Flaherty@SanDiegoAudubon.org. Balboa Park December Nights – noon-11pm. Friends, families and the community are invited to come together for festive fun, food and attractions throughout the park, including complimentary admission to Balboa Park museums from 5-9pm. The largest free community festival in San Diego, December Nights is expected to attract more than 350,000 visitors to the park over two days to revel and enjoy the season. Delicious cuisine and holiday cheer are also all part of the long-standing San Diego celebration. BalboaPark.org/decembernights. Buddy the Elf’s Carols and Barrels – 2-5:30pm. A Holiday Beer, Wine and Food Festival. I passed through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gum drops and then I walked over the Coronado Bridge, all to get to you for an afternoon filled with beer, wine, food, holiday cheer and, of course, elves. $45-$125. Port Pavilion at Broadway Pier, 1000 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101. Visit SanDiego.org.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 Succulent Wreath Class – 9am-3pm. Take home a beautiful succulent wreath that you make yourself. Taught by the SDBG wreath team. Members $65, non-members $78. Fee includes materials. Please register by December 2. sdbgarden.org/classes. Political Committee – 7pm. Please call to verify time. The Political Committee is a group of Sierra Club volunteers who share an interest in the political process and who recognize the importance of an informed voter public as a critical element in our efforts to protect our wild areas. Members work with candidates and issues to further the conservation efforts of Sierra Club. 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, #101, San Diego, CA 92111. For event details and location, visit SanDiegoAudubon.org/events.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8 Herbal Gift Making Workshop – 6-7:30pm. Join Sunshine Weeks, ND, for this free workshop where you will make herbal gifts for the holidays. Free. Bastyr University, 4110 Sorrento Valley Blvd, San Diego, 92121.

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Holiday De-Stress Fest – 6-8pm. Fun, stress-relieving activities, including relaxation yoga, mindful meditation, calming coloring, charitable giving, gratitude garlands, raffle and more. Donations of warm winter clothing and blankets will be collected at this event for Stand Up for Kids. Free. Hera Hub Carlsbad, 5205 Avenida Encinas, Ste A, Carlsbad, 92008. For more information, call 760-385-3977 or visit Facebook.com/events/113398802466043

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9 3-day ThetaHealing® Basic DNA Class – 9am5pm. ThetaHealing is a meditation process that allows us to access a Theta brainwave to bring about change within our self and others. During the class, you will be given tools to use in conjunction with the ThetaHealing meditation. $444. 8719 Frobisher St, San Diego. For more information, call 858-449-1749 or visit RandRHealings.com/events. Free Movie Night – 6:30pm. Hadwin’s Judgement chronicles the tormented transformation of Grant Hadwin from expert logger to environmental terrorist, a man who dared to challenge the destruction of the world’s last great temperate rainforest. 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, #101, San Diego, CA 92111. For event details and location visit SanDiegoAudubon.org/events.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventures – Departs twice daily. This is a great opportunity in San Diego to get an up-close and personal whale watching experience. Perfect for families, out-of -town visitors and locals alike. Hornblower Cruises & Events, 970 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101. For information and cost contact 619-686-8715 or sd@hornblower.com. Habitat Restoration at No Man’s Land – 9:30am12:30pm. Join San Diego Audubon in our efforts to restore native sand dune habitat at No Man’s Land in Mission Bay. Sand dunes are an important local ecosystem, and are often under siege by development and invasive species. We will be providing all of the necessary supplies (gloves, water, sunscreen and snacks), but recommend that volunteers come prepared in long pants and closed toed shoes and that they bring a reusable water bottle. Anyone under 18 will need a waiver to be signed by a parent or guardian. To RSVP, or for directions, contact Megan Flaherty, our Conservation Project Coordinator at Flaherty@SanDiegoAudubon.org. Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights – 7-9pm. Fishing boats, sail boats, yachts, kayaks and dingys dressed up in holiday swag and circle the Oceanside Harbor to enchant onlookers at the harbor. Free. North County Coastal, Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside, CA 92054. Visit SanDiego.org.

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San Diego Bay Parade of Lights – 5-7pm. The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition with more than 80 boats lavishly decorated sailing by the shores for downtown, Coronado, Point Loma Peninsula. Free. For information contact Info@SDParadeofLights.org.

Pet Loss Support Group – 6:30-8pm. An environment where thoughts and emotions can be shared with those in similar circumstances. 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. Free; however donations to help with providing this valuable service are greatly appreciated. Bring pictures of your pet with you. Reservations are encouraged but not required & can be made on-line or by calling 619-299-7012, extension 2311. Visit, SDHumane.org.

Tecolote Canyon Natural Park – 8-11am. One of several protected urban canyons in the San Diego area that support native plant communities and associated bird life. Birds that are here for the entire year include hawks, Anna’s Hummingbird, California Thrasher, House Wren, Wrentit and both California and Spotted Towhees. Easy walking. Restrooms may be found at the trailhead by the Visitor Center. Free. Capped at 25 participants. For event details visit SanDiegoAudubon.org/events.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 Conservation Committee Meeting – 6:30pm. The Conservation Committee takes the lead in furthering the conservation objectives and priorities of the club within chapter boundaries, assisting in international, national and regional club actions, and providing for the development and execution of specific conservation strategies and action programs. 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, #101, San Diego, CA 92111. For event details and location, visit SanDiegoAudubon.org/events.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14 Steering Committee – 6:30pm. The Steering Committee has been charged with rebuilding Sierra Club capacities and managing Sierra Club functions in San Diego and Imperial counties, rebuilding trust among volunteer leaders and with the national board and staff, and preparing for a transition to a well-functioning, member-elected San Diego Chapter leadership. Members are always welcome. 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, #101, San Diego, CA 92111. For event details and location, visit SanDiegoAudubon.org/events.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17 $15 Microchipping – 11am-1pm. Microchipping is a great way to ensure your pet makes it home if ever lost. Join us next to 24 Hour Fitness across from Jimbo’s. San Diego Humane Society will be offering $15 Home Again microchips for the fourlegged guests. Westfield Horton Plaza, 324 Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101. For more information, visit SDHumane.org.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18 Shades Oceanfront Bistro Adoption Event – 10am-2pm. Join San Diego Humane Society, Second Chance Rescue, and more for another big adoption event. Stop by and learn about San Diego Humane Society programs and meet adoptable animals at this special event. 5083 Santa Monica Ave, San Diego, CA 92107. Visit, SDHumane.org.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 19 Mini Animal Adventure Camp – 9am-3pm. 12/19 to 12/23. Each year, hundreds of kids join us during their school breaks. Games, crafts and hands-on animal activities all help children develop respect and a positive attitude toward all living beings. $50 per child for one-day camp, $100 per child for twoday camps, $240 for week long camps. Registration is required as there is limited availability. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA 92110. For information, call 619-279-5939 or email edu@sdhumane.org.

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ongoingevents daily $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. Donations Accepted – 9:30am-6pm, Mon-Fri; 9:30am-5pm, Sat; 11am-5pm, Sun. All profits support individuals with Autism and other developmental or learning disabilities. Potpourri Thrift & Resale, 1024 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, 92054. 760-722-1880. Potpourri@TeriInc.org. TeriInc.org.

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. 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.

San Diego Horticultural Society Meeting – 6-9pm. 2nd Mon. All welcome. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Congregation Beth Israel, 9001 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, 92122. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHort.org.

tuesday 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. A Gathering of Priestess Live Online Video Show – 6pm. With special guests each week. For more info: GatheringOfPriestesses.com.

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 Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. RSVP: TheGarden.org.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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 – 8am1pm. 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. 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.

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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.

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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. 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.

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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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