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THE BEST BOOKS FOR KIDS
Gift Choices that Can Open Up Worlds
by Sandra Yeyati
Helping children learn to read and love books is one of the greatest parental endeavors. Many kids learn their fi rst words aft er hearing the adults in their lives sing a lullaby or tell them a nursery rhyme. “Building a child’s vocabulary is the key to reading, and rhymes, singing, word games, synonyms, homonyms and rap are great places to start,” says Claudette McLinn, executive director of the Los Angeles-based Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature and former librarian, teacher, school administrator and children’s bookstore owner.
A child’s fi rst reading experience will likely involve a picture book. “What’s powerful about picture books is that the illustrations and text intertwine,” McLinn explains. “You can read them aloud together. As the child looks at the artwork, the adult can ask, ‘What is that?’ And the child can use their imagination while you teach them to observe, articulate and start the reading process.”
To encourage childhood reading, it’s helpful to have a variety of books around the house and to set aside reading time every day. “It costs nothing to check out a pile of 25 books at the library, take them home and try them,” says Maeve Knoth, a librarian at Phillips Brooks School, in Menlo Park, California. When buying books, she suggests consulting librarians and booksellers for recommendations, as well as relying on book awards such as the Newbery or Caldecott medals, and on book lists compiled every year by reputable organizations and committees, notably the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association.
Choosing books for kids should always start by discovering what their passions or interests are and then fi nding a good book on that subject, says McLinn, adding that encouraging children to browse the shelves and choose their own books is an empowering exercise that builds self-esteem and a love of reading. Whether it’s dinosaurs,
cars or the stars and planets, there’s a kid’s book about it. “Although fiction is important early on because it increases imagination, nonfiction books help kids learn new information and understand the role of the table of contents, the glossary and index, and informative diagrams,” she says, adding that she prefers award-winning nonfiction books because they’ve been vetted for accuracy.
“Kids often gravitate toward books that are a little bit less challenging,” Knoth says. “While I have no objection to those popular books, which are lots of fun, they’re not going to give kids a new way to think about themselves or the world. I want my children to have consequential reading experiences with books that offer new points of view where kids can live in someone else’s heart and mind for a little while. I want them to know what it might be like to live in a different time period or to grow up in China.”
According to Knoth, a great children’s book will include an engaging character that has an experience, prompting them to change and grow. “I want it to be well structured and beautifully written, with setting, point of view and all those elements that fit together to create a theme and give you a literary experience,” she explains. She looks for nuanced books that invite kids to use their imagination and find their own way. “The reader might be young, but they’re not dumb. They just haven’t had lots of experiences yet. If a book concludes with one narrow solution to a child’s problem, then I would say it’s not that useful or successful,” says Knoth, a frequent contributor to The Horn Book, a resource for children’s book reviews and articles.
McLinn believes that kids should be exposed to a diversity of authors and illustrators that explore the lives of all cultures. “We live in silos with the people in our group, and we don’t know anything about other groups,” she explains. “When you read about other cultures, you learn that we are more alike than we are different. We may eat different foods, wear different clothing and have different customs, but you find out that it’s not scary. Kids love to read about heroes that they can identify with and become their friends. Children are into social justice and fairness. As a child, I loved biographies. I wanted to read about great people and what made them great so that maybe I could be great like them.”
Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@ gmail.com.
Children’s Book Awards
Newbery Medal: Tinyurl.com/NewberyMedal-Award Caldecott Medal: Tinyurl.com/Caldecott-Medal-Award
American Indian Youth Literature
Awards: Tinyurl.com/American-IndianAward Pura Belpré Award, celebrating Latino culture: Tinyurl.com/Pura-Belpre-BookAward Coretta Scott King Awards, showcasing African American values: Tinyurl. com/Coretta-Scott-King-Awards
Asian/Pacific American Award for
Literature: Tinyurl.com/Asian-PacificAmerican-Award Sydney Taylor Book Award, portraying the Jewish experience: Tinyurl.com/ Sydney-Taylor-Award
Children’s Book Lists
Rainbow Book List, presenting LGBTQIA+ viewpoints: glbtrt.ala.org/ rainbowbooks
Best Books by the Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Lit-
erature: csmcl.org/best-books-2020
Cooperative Children’s Book Center
Booklists, various topics: Tinyurl.com/ ccbcBookList
Association for Library Service to
Children Book Lists, various genres and topics: Tinyurl.com/alscBookList
Notable Children’s Books by the Association for Library Service to
Children, identifying the best of the best in children’s books: Tinyurl.com/ alscNotableBooks
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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1
Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show – Thru Jan 9. Hosted by the Phipps Conservatory. The theme is Sparkle and Shine, featuring dazzling lighted holiday trees, topiaries, floral designs, and outdoor Winter Light Garden. Advance tickets required. Specific time increments. $12-$20. ‘Mask only’ dates are available. 1 Schenley Dr. Phipps.Conservatory.org/tickets.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3
Ring Pittsburgh: Christmas Concert at St. Paul’s
United Methodist Church – 7-8:30pm. Hosted by Ring Pittsburgh. Your community hand bell choir. St. Paul’s, 1965 Ferguson Rd, Allison Park. Info: RingPittsburgh.org.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4
AWCommunity Day/RADical Day – Noon-3pm. Free event by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Holiday edition of AWCommunity Day – fun activities for all age groups. Special Kwanza celebration and visit by the man in the red suit. Info: 412-471-6070. Christmas in the Square – 4-8pm. Also Dec 11 & 18. Free event hosted by the local Uniontown community at Storey Square. Pictures with Santa, stories with Mrs. Claus, cookies, hot coco, face painting, crafts, high school bands, more. Prototype Stitch & Bitch – 5-6pm. Free online event hosted by Prototype PGH. Textile-inclusive! Knit, crochet, embroider, sew – do what makes you happy. Bring your projects, share your skills, learn something new, get to know other Prototype members. RSVP: Eventbrite. PrototypePGH.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5
Sunday Yoga at the Green Beacon Gallery – 1011am. Hosted by Green Beacon Gallery and The Space GBG. Join for their first ever yoga class – get your Sunday flow on amongst the works of more than 70 local artists. $20/door or $15/ online. 235 W Pittsburgh St, Greensburg. Tickets: GreenBeaconGallery.com. OM Gong Flow – 10 – 11:15am. Join Suzanne from OM Gong Flow and Wyatt from Pittsburgh’s Rooted in Sound for meditation, slow flow accompanied by gongs, then melt away in a gong savasana sound bath. $20. Register at app.glowfox.com. OM Lounge, 2000 Smallman St, Ste 270.
Traditional European Holiday Baking – Ger-
man, Austrian & Dutch Classics – 2-4:15pm. Virtual livestream from the Brot Bakehouse School and Kitchen, Fairfax, VT. Centuries old baking techniques and holiday recipes. Stollen, Lebkuchen, Plätzchen and more. This class is all about the rich holiday baking traditions from the heart of Europe. $40/person. Info: BrotBakery.com. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8
TRUTHSayers: Dr. Moogega Cooper – 10:3011:45am. Hosted by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. A real-life “Guardian of the Galaxy,” Dr. Moogega Cooper is the planetary protection lead of the NASA 2020 Mars Mission. $15. Tickets: AWC.CulturalDistrict.org. Reiki Share – 6:30-9pm. Hosted by Visions Reiki and Soul Spa. Share the healing, joy, high vibrations, and fellowship of reiki gatherings. Donations from the heart accepted. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Tickets: Eventbrite.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9
Cinder Bell Rock Night Market Party 2021 – 4-10pm. Hosted by Cinderlands Beer Co. Familyfriendly re-imagined, modern, beer-focused German night market. Multi-level indoor-outdoor space, live music, amazing slate of vendors, fire-warmed den, hot scratch kitchen. $15. Under 12 free. 2601 Smallman St. Tickets: Cinderlands.com/cinderbellrock. Incubator Pitch Night – 6-8pm. Free online event hosted by Prototype PGH. Support the six incubated companies, hear their pitches, and learn more about Prototype PGH. Follow the zoom link at Eventbrite. PrototypePGH.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10
We Want the Funk Festival – Dec 10-11. 8-11pm. Hosted by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring musical performances by iconic Funk legends. $50-$75. 980 Liberty Ave. Tickets: AWC.CulturalDistrict.org.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14
TRUTHSayers: Yamiche Alcindor – 7-8:15pm. Hosted by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. White House Correspondent; PBS NewsHour; Moderator of Washington Week; NBC and MSCNBC Political Contributor. A go-to voice in analyzing the most critical issues of our time. $27.25. 980 Liberty Ave. Tickets: AWC. CulturalDistrict.org.
Christmas Dance Featuring Pittsburgh Shriners
Stage Band – 7:30-9:30pm. Hosted by Pittsburgh’s Syria Shriners and Pittsburgh Shrine Center. Come to the Grand Ballroom to dance and listen to the 20-piece band, featuring Big Band and Christmas music. Door prizes! Admission: $10. 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick. SyriaShriners.org.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18
Carnegie Christmas with Goats! – Noon-10pm. Hosted by Visit Carnegie. Family friendly event. Photos with Santa and a goat. Pet costume contest, all day caroling, Last minute shopping, and an evening Wassail Walk featuring adult beverages. Schedule/info: VisitCarnegie.com. Lantern Design Workshop – Noon-1pm. Hosted by Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse. Step-by-step instructions and all the supplies to design your of holiday lantern. Greenery, pinecones, florals, ribbons, candles and more. $45/small, $55/ medium, $65/large. Info: 315 Coleman Rd, McDonald. Ryan@bednersgreenhouse.com. Tickets: ShopBedners.com.
The Mexican War Streets Winter Wonderland
Extravaganza – 5-10pm. Event by Mexican War Streets Society. Enjoy magical lights and decorations with friends and family. Select food trucks, hot cocoa and more. MexicanWarStreets.org.
SATAURDAY, DECEMBER 19
Made & Found Holiday Market – 11am-5pm. Hosted by Made & Found Pittsburgh. Showcasing the region’s best vintage shops, makers, and small brands. 242 51st St. MadeAndFoundPGH.com.
ongoing events
sunday
Heartfulness Meditation – 11am-noon. 1st Sun. Hosted by Heartfulness Pittsburgh. Age 15+. Guided relaxation and meditation for ages 15 and up. Learn the basics of heartfulness and how it can benefit you. Be casual. Free. Winchester Thurston Lower School in Shadyside, Rm 202. Info: Heartfulness.org. Sacred Sounds – 1-2:30pm. 3rd Sun. Hosted by Sacred Centered You and Visions Reiki & Soul Spa. $25. Join Leza for a relaxing, powerful meditative experience, sound immersion with crystal bowls, and individual healing vibrations through the gong. Tickets at Eventbrite. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Sound Bath Sundays – 5 – 6pm Hosted by Rooted in Sound. One of the world’s oldest wellness practices – gongs and Himalayan singing bowls create space for deep meditation and relaxation. Space limited. $25. Register at RootedInSound. com/events. Bring pillow and mat. 2000 Smallman St, Ste 205B. Sunday’s Restorative Rejuvenation – 5-6:30pm. 3rd Sun. Hosted by Morgantown Power Yoga. All levels welcome. Learn to use breath, props, and focused awareness to decrease stress and anxiety in the body and the mind. Complement your power yoga practice with restorative rejuvenation. $25. 235 Spruce St, Morgantown, WV. Tickets: Clients. MindBodyOnline.com.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 10-11am. With Jill Sansome, hosted by Visions Reiki & Soul Spa. Vinyasa connects the breath with movement with focus on building strength, fl exibility, and balance. $15/ dropins, $40/four-class pass. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Military Share Pittsburgh Food Distribution –Noon-2pm. Various Mondays – check schedule. Hosted by Veterans Leadership Program in partnership with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Food distribution for Veterans and Military Families in need. Fresh produce, shelf stable goods. No-contact pickup. No sign-up or RSVP. 2934 Smallman St. 412-481-8200 ext 221. Children’s Fine Art Classes – 5:30-6:30pm. Hosted by Arty by April Ryan, Thistledown Boutique. Kids learn basic art techniques starting in charcoal and progressing to acrylic painting. Get kids off the screen and into hands-on creativity. $20/ class plus supplies. 151 S Main St, Washington, PA. 724-470-3775. Yoga for Wellbeing – 5:30-6:30pm. Wellbeing Solutions hosts in-person (limit 4) or online to harmonize body, mind, spirit, and breath with your dedication to attendance. Colleen Harshbarger, ERYT-500 and MS in Exercise Science Biomechanics, provides alignment-based instruction. All levels. $8. 304-508-2398. Wellbeingwv.com. Reiki and Restorative Yoga – 6-6:45pm & 7-7:45pm. $15/drop-ins, $40/four-class pass. Visions Reiki & Soul Spa, 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Guiding Light: An Empath Assembly – 6:30-8pm. Free online event hosted by Sacred Centered You. Calling all lightworkers, empaths, and high vibrating souls. Join their monthly assembly to share space. Register: SacredCenteredYou.com/events. 1 Hood Power Hour – 7-8pm. A virtual forum hosted by 1 Hood Power to discuss all things political in SWPA and beyond. A virtual public aff airs forum featuring elected officials, policymakers and thought leaders. 617-517-7600. Facebook. com/1HoodPower.
tuesday
Managing Career Transition and Life During
Uncertain Times – Noon-1pm. Online event by The Salon – a Female-Forward Space to Gather and Grow. $10. Tickets at Eventbrite. TheSalonPGH.com. Family Night at the Hofbrauhaus Pittsburgh –6-9pm. 2nd Tue. Hosted by Hofbrauhaus. Kids eat free with each adult entrée purchase. 2705 S Water St. 412-224-2328. Online Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Hosted by WVU Collegiate Recovery. All skill-levels welcome. A password is required, but anyone can join! Free. Email Olivia.pape@mail.wvu.edu to get the code. Morgantown, WV. WVBG.org Preregistration required at Forms.donorsnap.com. The Salty Core – 7-8pm. 4th Tue. Hosted by Salt of the Earth and Valleybrook Pilates & Fitness. Pilates in the Cave to lengthen and expand muscles for a leaner, stronger you. Incorporate breath, stretch, and strengthening. Open to all levels. 504 Valley Brook Rd, McMurray, PA. Tickets: SaltOfTheEarthpgh.com.
wednesday
Yoga for Wellbeing – 8:30-9:30am. Wellbeing Solutions hosts in-person (limit 4) or online to harmonize body, mind, spirit, and breath with your dedication to attendance. Colleen Harshbarger, ERYT-500 and MS in Exercise Science Biomechanics, provides alignment-based instruction. All levels. $8. 304-508-2398. Wellbeingwv.com. Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 10-11am. With Jill Sansome, hosted by Visions Reiki & Soul Spa. Vinyasa connects the breath with movement with focus on building strength, fl exibility, and balance. $15/dropins, $40/four-class pass. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Register; VisionsReikiSoulAndSpa. com/yoga.
Wild Wednesday: Virtual Live Animal Encoun-
ter – 1:30-2pm. Online event hosted by Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Join museum educators via Zoom to meet members of the museum’s living
CELEBRATING 27 years in THE business of
collection. Each week is unique! $10/household ($5/ members). 412-622-3131. Register at Carnegiemnh. org/explore/live-animal-encounters/. Gentle Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm With Jill Sansome, hosted by Visions Reiki & Soul Spa. Gentle Flow is slow yoga that is great for all levels. Encourages movement, mindfulness, breath control, and holding poses. $15/dropins, $40/four-class pass. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. Register: VisionsReikiSoulAndSpa.com/yoga. Learn to Draw Zentangle – 6:30-8pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Online hosted by Monroeville Public Library. Zentangle is a meditative, relaxing, fun method of pattern drawing. Classes are in conjunction with Zentanglers in Pittsburgh meet-up group. To participate, go to Meetup.com, register to become a member, then RSVP to the class you want to attend. Zoom link provided upon RSVP. Monroeville Public Library: 412-372-0500. Reiki Share – Thru Dec. 6:30-9pm. 2nd Wed. Hosted by Visons Reiki and Soul Spa. Donations from the heart accepted when you register at Eventbrite. All levels welcome. Experience the healing, high vibrations, joy and fellowship of this informal event. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785.
thursday
Yoga Classes – 9:30-10:30am. 1st & 2nd Thurs. Hosted by Spruce Street United Methodist Church. All ages and abilities with variations to accommodate health and movement issues, with students sitting or standing next to a chair. Emphasis on meditative practices. Wear comfortable clothing. 386 Spruce Street, Morgantown, West Virginia. 304-292-3359. Zoom Family Storytime – 10:30-11am. Free online event hosted by C.C. Mellor Memorial Library. 1 Pennwood Ave. 412-731-0909. Tickets via Eventbrite. Yoga – 10-11:30am. With Nancy Micheals. A series designed to focus on specifi c areas of the body to strengthen and stretch muscles. Classes will help participants build strength, balance the body’s system, increase body awareness, and increase energy while learning specifi c postures. CDC guidelines observed. YWCA Westmoreland
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County, 424 N Main St, Greensburg. 724-834-9390. Info@ywcawestmoreland.org. ywcawestmoreland. org/wp-content/uploads/sites/28/YWCA-Fall2020-Classes-and-Workshop-Insert.pdf. Wellbeing Solutions Webinars – Noon-1pm. 2nd & 4th Thur. Self-Care as Healthcare with Board-Certifi ed Health and Wellness Coach and Yoga teacher Colleen Harshbarger and Natalie Geary, MD and Ayurveda Therapist. COVID rate: $25 1st (trial class); $40/ thereafter. 4-pack: $150; 8-pack: $280. 12-pack: $399 includes one-year Wellness Inventory subscription ($49.95 value). On-demand times for groups. 304508-2398. Info/register: Wellbingwv.com/webinars. Gentle Flow Yoga – 4-5pm. With Jill Sansome, hosted by Visions Reiki & Soul Spa. Gentle Flow is slow yoga - great for all levels. Encourages movement, mindfulness, breath control, and holding poses. $15/drop-in, $40/four-class pass. 206 Alexander Ave, Strabane. 724-745-1785. VisionsReikiSoulAndSpa.com/yoga.
Group Meditation and Reiki Virtual Healing –
7-9pm. Last Thurs of the month. Online event by Prana-Veda Studio and Victoria Zaitz. Virtual group energy healing with reiki and shamanic techniques. In-depth guided meditation followed by distance work. $25. 412-390-5245. Tickets: Vagaro.com/ pranaveda/classes. Sound Bath Thursdays – 7:30 – 8:30pm Hosted by Rooted in Sound. One of the world’s oldest wellness practices – gongs and Himalayan singing bowls create space for deep meditation and relaxation. Space limited. $25. Register at RootedInSound. com/events. Bring Pillow and mat. 2000 Smallman St, Ste 205B.
friday
Friday Family Walk – 10am-noon. Hosted by West Virginia Botanic Garden. First Friday of every month. Enjoy a short story followed by a walk around the Garden, conclude with a simple craft. Trail accommodates off road strollers. Members/ free, $15/donation per family suggested. Preregistration required: wvbg.org or Forms.donorsnap. com/form. Write Now! – 10am-noon. Zoom Writer’s Group hosted by Sewickley Public Library. Participants enjoy writing from prompts in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere. Register: us02web.zoom. us. SewickleyLibrary.org.
Bakery Square Toastmasters Weekly Meeting
– Noon. Online event hosted by Bakery Square Toastmasters. Practice public speaking, improve communications, and build leadership skills. People from diverse backgrounds fi nd a warm, supportive group that shares your goals. Visit BakerySquareToastmasters.com for login info.
Friday 101 - Carnegie Science Center Fab Lab
Public Workshops – 1-2pm. Hosted by BNY Mellon Fab Lab Carnegie Science Center. Take a crash course in maker technology – learn the basics of 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, and more. $30/ nonmembers, $25/members. One Allegheny Ave. 412-237-3400. Register: CarnegieScienceCenter.org.
#Unblurred: First Friday Art Crawl by Green
Mountain Energy – 2-10pm. Hosted by Penn Avenue Arts & Commercial District. Monthly art and entertainment crawl on the fi rst Friday of every month. Stroll Penn Ave from the 4800 to the 5500 block to meet artists and local business owners. Family friendly mix of every form of art. 412-441-6950.
saturday
Gentle Flow Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. With Jill Sansome, hosted by Visions Reiki & Soul Spa at Chartiers Park. Gentle Flow is slow yoga that is great for all levels. Encourages movement, mindfulness, breath control, and holding poses. $15/dropins, $40/four-class pass. 724-745-1785. Register: VisionsReikiSoulAndSpa.com/yoga.
Pittsburgh Nature Photography Weekly Walks
– Thru Dec 18. By Global Photography School and WDO Photography LLC. Free weekly nature photography walk, all ages, all skills, all equipment – including cell phone. Family friendly. Location/ info/register: GlobalPhotoschool.com. 3D Printer Workshop – Thru July. Noon-2pm. Meets once a month. Hosted by Prototype PGH. Learn to use the Elegoo UV Photocuring 3D resin printer. $10 at Eventbrite. 460 Melwood Ave, Oakland. Check dates and times at PrototypePGH.com.
Loving Myself First: Personal Development Se-
ries – 10-11am. 2nd Sat. Free online event hosted by Visions 2020 LLC. Learn real life principles to improve and maximize your personal and professional life. Tickets at Eventbrite. 412-376-2110. Watercolor Workshops –10-11am. 1st and 3rd Sat. Hosted by April Ryan and Thistledown Boutique. $25 includes materials, $20 bring your own. Learn basic drawing and watercolor techniques. 151 S Main St, Washington, PA. 724-470-3775. Tickets: Paypal.com/paypalme/ArtbyAprilRyan. Community Market Days – Thru Dec 18. 10am2pm. Hosted by Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse. Variety of family activities with local goods, guest vendors, food trucks, live music, U-pick, wine and beer tastings, cooking workshops, gardening workshops, DIY and children’s’ activities. Rain or shine. Ryan Smith: Ryan@BednersGreenhouse.com. Live Streaming Musical Cooking Class – 2-3pm. With Gabrielle Reyes, One Great Vegan. Free online event on TikTok, Instragram, and Facebook. Check the menu, get your groceries, sing and cook along in the comfort of your own kitchen. OneGreatVegan.com.
Nature’s Virus Killer
Copper can stop a cold before it starts
By Doug Cornell
Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.
Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria in the nose and on the skin.
Colds start when cold viruses get in your nose. Viruses multiply fast. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.
In hundreds of studies, EPA and university researchers have confirmed that viruses and bacteria die almost instantly when touched by copper.
That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about microbes, but now we do.
Scientists say the high conductance of copper disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys the cell in seconds.
Tests by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) show germs die fast on copper. So some hospitals tried copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.
The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. When he felt a cold about to start he fashioned a smooth copper probe and rubbed it gently in his nose for 60 seconds.
“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never got going. That was September 2012. I use copper in the nose every time and I have not had a single cold since then.” “We can’t make product health claims,” he said, “so I can’t say cause and effect. But we know copper is antimicrobial.” He asked relatives and friends to try it. They reported the same thing, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.
Soon hundreds of people had tried it. The feedback was 99% positive if they used the copper within 3 hours after the first sign of unwanted germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.
Early user Mary Pickrell said, “I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”
Pat McAllister, 70, received one for Christmas and called it “one of the best presents ever. This little jewel really works.”
Frequent flier Karen Gauci had been suffering after crowded flights. Though skeptical, she tried copper on travel days for 2 months. “Sixteen flights and
not a sniffle!” she exclaimed. Businesswoman Rosaleen says when people around her show signs of cold or flu, she uses copper morning and night. “It saved me last holidays,” she said. “The kids had crud going round and round, but not me.” Attorney Donna Blight tried copper for her sinus. “I am shocked!” she said. “My head cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.” A man with trouble breathing through his nose at night tried copper just before bed. “Best sleep I’ve had in years!” he said. In a lab test, technicians placed 25 million live flu viruses on a CopperZap. No viruses were found surviving soon after. Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the teams confirming the research. He placed millions of disease germs on copper. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched the surface,” he said. Some people press copper on a lip New device puts copper right right away if a warning tingle suggests where you need it. unwanted germs gathering there. The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched. The EPA says copper still works even when Dr. Bill Keevil: tarnished. Copper quickly kills CopperZap is made cold viruses. in the U.S. of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. It is available for $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA24. Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Buy once, use forever. Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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ASTROLOGY
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HERBS
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Dr Danielle Marra, DC Murrysville • Greensburg 724-387-1014 • PittsburghHealthPro.com Dr. Danielle Marra has nearly 20 years’ experience helping patients regain their health through conservative and holistic approaches utilizing functional medicine, chiropractic, diet modifications, and nutritional support. The practice provides advanced lab testing, allergy relief, spinal decompression, CDL physicals, massage therapy, thermography and more. Their philosophy is treating the root of your symptoms, naturally. See ad, page 6. HEALTH COACH
COTERIE
Calli Tony, CPT 139 W Crawford Ave, Connellsville 724-562-0682 • CalliTonycpt.com Calli is the founder of Coterie and Calli Tony CPT. She is an intuitive healer, specializing in mindset and movement. At her foundation she is a Certified Personal Trainer and Holistic Health Coach, who is deeply passionate about embodiment practices.
WELLNESS WARRIOR COACH
Steve Manns, PHC2, CPT Monroeville and Online 724-516-2244 • WellnessWarrior.Coach Steve offers guidance for a healthy body, a clear and focused brain, and a sense of true well-being, even in midlife. We work on optimizing deep nutrition, sleep, movement and play. He is passionate about helping you to reconnect with a better you through education, coaching and accountability.
HEALTH FOOD
EVEREST EATS
EverestEats.com Orders@everesteats.com A local Pittsburgh plant-based meal delivery service providing, sourced, sustainable, flavorful, and nutritious meals to the Pittsburgh community. HOMEOPATHY
MELANIE KRNETA
DIP HOM. ACH, Reiki Master 1215 B Liberty St, Franklin, PA • 814-428-9895 Facebook: Melanie Krneta Homoeopathy Plus Classical homoeopathic consultations providing individualized care for the entire family. Migraines, hormonal imbalances, PTSD, grief, arthritis, digestive imbalance. Reiki sessions are beneficial for relaxation and pain management. Other services provided are far infrared sauna with medical grade color therapy and Himalayan salt and ear candling.
NATURAL BEAUTY PRODUCTS
NAPTURAL BEAUTY SUPPLY
724-307-8487 NapturalBeautySupply.com Naptural Beauty Supply was created to end the stigma around natural hair by empowering men and women to love themselves naturally. We do this by instilling confidence in our community and increasing convenience by having the tools and services in one place, such as hair and body butters, beard care and apparel. We are beauty supply with naturals in mind!
Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand—and melting like a snowflake. ~Francis Bacon
APPALACHIA CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS, PC
Travis D Horne, DC • Gi Ming ‘‘Lili’’ Chan, ND 20120 Route 19, Ste 202, Cranberry Twp, PA 724-553-5312 • AppalachiaChiropractic.com Best of natural medicine – combining both chiropractic and naturopathic care. We provide integrative and individualized care to the community where patients feel heard and truly cared for. We off er manipulation, sports medicine, nutrition, herbal, homeopathy and hydrotherapy.
DR. ARETI, LLC
Dr. Areti Fitsioris 421 Cochran Rd, Pittsburgh 412-419-1537 (call/text) • Facebook.com/Dr.Areti Dr. Areti is a board-certified naturopathic physician who implements manual therapy, lifestyle medicine, nutritional analysis, and non-invasive methods to address functional and structural imbalances – services are 100% grounded in evidence-based science. She goes the extra mile to identify and address root causes of conditions and to provide ongoing support.
SPIRITUAL
SACRED, CENTERED, YOU, LLC
412-258-0766 • SacredCenteredYou.com Leza is known widely for her abilities as a sound healer, inspirational speaker and interfaith spiritual counselor. Healing arts services include vibrational sound healing, past life and soul regression, journey work counseling and conscious relationships counseling. Private and group services off ered. Lesa Vivio, MS, LPC, CMHIMP, DDiv, DSM.
URBAN FARMING
GROW PITTSBURGH
Raqueeb Bey, Garden Resource Coordinator 6587 Hamilton Ave, Ste 2W, Pittsburgh 412-362-4769 ext 215 • GrowPittsburgh.org Raqueeb@GrowPittsburgh.org Grow Pittsburgh is an urban, agriculture nonprofi t that teaches people how to grow food. They envision the day when everyone grows and eats fresh, local and healthy food. Get involved. Take a tour, become a member, learn, volunteer! Visit their website for workshops and events.
VIBRATIONAL MEDICINE
SACRED, CENTERED, YOU, LLC
412-258-0766 SacredCenteredYou.com Offering individual and group experiences that promote healing through self-discovery and personal acceptance. Special focus on sound healing, life coaching, qigong, and vibrational medicine. Tyleda Worou Pittsburgh • 724-374-8089 • 360CafeLLC.com 360 Café LLC is an alternative health and wellness business with the goal of helping others to heal from the inside out while taking a holistic approach to healing by offering distance reiki, and crystal healing sessions to help our consumers restore physical and emotional balance. See ad, page 21.
SALT OF THE EARTH
Himalayan Salt Cave and Crystal Boutique 504 Valleybrook Rd,McMurray, PA 15317 724-260-0472 • SaltOfTheEarthPgh.com Experience the known ancient healing benefi ts of halotherapy in the Himalayan salt cave, built from 16 tons of pure Himalayan salt. 45-minute sessions scheduled on the hour. Can be rented for private groups up to 10. Provides an inviting and relaxing environment for events and classes: yoga, meditation, sound healing, and reiki. The crystal boutique off ers an array of authentic crystals, jewelry, candles, locally-made bath and body, and Himalayan salt products. The knowledgeable staff will help fi nd the right crystal for you or your home décor. See ad, page 20.
VISIONS REIKI AND SOUL SPA
206 Alexander Ave, Strabane 724-745-1785 • VisionsReikiAndSoulSpa.com As a full-service energy-health and wellness center, our goal is to empower people to be the best version of themselves. With the understanding that all wellness begins with a healthy energy system, Visions Reiki and Soul Spa off ers holistic services, workshops, and coaching to help you establish a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle.
YOGA AND MEDITATION
JENNY DAYTON YOGA
Jenny Dayton, E-RYT, YACEP MountainYogaShala@gmail.com 724-550-3661
Jenny off ers indoor and outdoor yoga throughout the Laurel Highlands. She also off ers private therapeutic yoga lessons, Ayurveda and aromatherapy sessions by appointment. Virtual options are also available. For more information and to view the class schedule and locations, visit JennyDaytonYoga.com.
THE HIMALAYAN INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH
300 Beverly Rd, Pittsburgh 412-344-7434 • HipYoga.org The Himalayan Institute of Pittsburgh is committed to creating and supporting programs for wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their purpose is to promote personal peace and global unity. Offering a daily schedule of yoga and meditation classes and healing services including massage, reiki and Ayurvedic health consultations. They are a leader in education, providing authentic yoga and Ayurveda certifi cation programs. Fee for classifieds is a minimum charge of $20 for the first 20 words and $1 for each additional word. To place an ad, email Publisher@NaturalAwakeningsSWPA.com. OPPORTUNITIES
ADVERTISING SALES – Natural Awakenings magazine is looking for experienced advertising salespeople covering the Greater Pittsburgh area, SW Pennsylvania and Morgantown WV to help others grow their natural health & wellness and sustainable living or green businesses. Commission-based. Full- or part-time. Paying 25% commission. Unlimited potential income. Be a part of something magical! Send resume to Michelle: Publisher@ NaturalAwakeningsSWPA.com.
PRODUCTS
McCORMICK FAMILY FARM – 100% grass-fed/fi nished beef, pasture-raised chicken, and pure maple syrup following beyond organic, regenerative farming practices. 293 McCormic Rd, Portage, PA. 814-472-7259. Facebook: @ TheMcCormickFamilyFarm SERVICES
READING POETRY RELAXES – Inquire at: wewuvpoetry@hotmail.com or P.O. Box 4725, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-0725.
Natural Awakenings Client Testimonial
I have been advertising since the beginning of Natural Awakenings and I have to say. that it has been a great choice! I have gotten a lot of new patients from her magazine. The covers are always colorful and fun! Michelle has been very helpful and she is always available when I need to talk to her. I would highly recommend this magazine if you are considering advertising.
~Dr Janet Lazarus
