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22 fitbody 32 consciouseating 35 inspiration

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

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hile thinking about our theme this month, passion and purpose, I began contemplating what factors comprise the engine driving my passion and purpose. Immediately, three words popped up: family, friends and God. Nothing is more important to me than the respect and love of my family and friends, and the respect we have for our faith. With Thanksgiving providing a welcome moment for families to get together, (and always promising to do it more often), I thought I would share one of my favorite Thanksgiving poems, written by Edgar A. Guest [1881-1959].

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Gettin’ together to smile an’ rejoice, An’ eatin’ an’ laughin’ with folks of your choice; An’ kissin’ the girls an’ declarin’ that they Are growin' more beautiful day after day; Chattin’ an’ braggin’ a bit with the men, Buildin’ the old family circle again; Livin’ the wholesome an’ old-fashioned cheer, Just for awhile at the end of the year. Greetings fly fast as we crowd through the door And under the old roof we gather once more Just as we did when the youngsters were small; Mother’s a little bit grayer, that’s all. Father’s a little bit older, but still Ready to romp an’ to laugh with a will. Here we are back at the table again Tellin’ our stories as women an’ men. Bowed are our heads for a moment in prayer; Oh, but we’re grateful an’ glad to be there. Home from the east land an’ home from the west, Home with the folks that are dearest an’ best. Out of the sham of the cities afar We’ve come for a time to be just what we are. Here we can talk of ourselves an’ be frank, Forgettin’ position an’ station an’ rank. Give me the end of the year an’ its fun When most of the plannin’ an’ toilin’ is done; Bring all the wanderers home to the nest, Let me sit down with the ones I love best, Hear the old voices still ringin’ with song, See the old faces unblemished by wrong, See the old table with all of its chairs An’ I’ll put soul in my Thanksgivin’ prayers. Best wishes to you and yours for a safe and blessed Thanksgiving holiday. Stay happy, healthy and young at heart. It’s way more fun that way!

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newsbriefs Bringing Peace to Chaotic Spaces

lutter is defined as a disorderly assemblage or confused state, and the clutter we accumulate can tend to rob us of pleasure and balance. Understanding that a calm and clutter-free environment reduces stress and brings balance to those of us that use that space, an affordable, personalized service called The Declutterbug has begun serving North Texas. Owner Anita Sisler specializes in helping people Anita Sisler simplify their lives. “Decluttering is all about deciding what to keep and how to organize the space so you once again learn to love and take pleasure from the things around you” says Sisler. Placing emphasis on the person, she helps create a balanced space that is reflective of their personality and spirit. Realizing some clutter can be attached to fond memories and emotional journeys, Sisler focuses on helping clients walk through the process. “Even the most organized individual can feel overwhelmed going through a lost family member’s belongings,” says Sisler. “My relationship with my clients is as important to me as the service I provide.” The Declutterbug can also assist in preparing for the holidays. Whether transforming the guest bedroom into a “cozy suite” or organizing the family room, The Declutterbug can help. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, call 339-832-1220 or visit TheDeclutterbug.biz. See ad, page 38.

Planting the Way for Future Generations

ature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, runners and walkers will enjoy the fourth annual Arbor Day Run 5K/10K and Hike, November 10, at Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve, in Plano. Known as the greenest race in North Texas, the annual run is hosted by the nonprofit Plano Parks Foundation (PPF) to raise money for the improvement of parks and open spaces in Plano. The family-friendly event is held at the amphitheater, with the run and hike taking place on a scenic trail through the nature preserve. For an additional fee, participants can be timed. Pre-race registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with the race at 8:30. Activities begin at 9 a.m. and awards are given at 10 a.m. Live music, kid-friendly activities and a tree planting in honor of Arbor Day will take place during the day. In celebration of the beauty of trees, the outdoors and living in an eco-friendly way, race packets with T-shirts and offers, that might otherwise been thrown away, have been eliminated as part of the entry registration and are available online. Water stations will be positioned throughout the course, but participants are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle or hydra pouch. Recycling containers will be available so as much debris can be composted as possible, encouraging everyone to participate in efforts to be a zero-waste event. Parking is free, but use of DART is encouraged. Location: 2801 E. Spring Creek. For more information, call 214-339-7867 or visit ArborDayRun.com. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs AKC All-Breed Dog Show Coming to Dallas

he Kennel Clubs of Greater Collin, Texas and Trinity Valley are hosting the four-day Lone Star State Classic (LSSC), the only allbreed AKC dog show in the area, from December 6 to 9, at the Dallas Market Hall, in Dallas. Admission at the door is $8 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 12 and free for children under 5. On December 6, the event begins at 2 p.m., with small breed-specific events throughout the afternoon. The next three days feature all-breed shows by club, with the judging of nearly 2,000 dogs from 8 a.m. to early afternoon. Other activities include browsing the booths of pet supplies and accessories, art, jewelry, handmade crafts; visiting with breeders and dog rescue clubs; or getting an up-close view of more than 150 different breeds of dogs in the grooming areas. While not always an option, due to time constraints, handlers and owners in the grooming areas will usually answer questions about the breeds. Location: 2200 Stemmons Fwy. Free parking. For more information and the judging program, visit LoneStarStateClassic.com.

Homestead Fair Celebrates Traditional Craftsmen

he 25th annual Homestead Fair is celebrating the Thanksgiving weekend from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., November 23 and 24, and from noon to 5 p.m., November 25, at Brazos de Dios, in Waco. The Homestead Craft Village event is a free, fun and educational festival, with activities for the entire family, including learning to help milk a cow, raising a timber frame barn and watching a master craftsman fashion a Windsor chair from a rough log. Take in an exposition of fine crafts and heirloom skills, multicultural food dishes, a tour of a farm on a horse-drawn hay wagon or partake in one of several make-your-own projects and demonstrations. Agricultural exhibits and demonstrations include horse farming, sheep herding with a sheepdog, cow and goat milking, butter and cheese making, brick-oven bread baking and cider pressing, as well as seminars on beekeeping, poultry raising, farm animals and sustainability. Hear live gospel and bluegrass music each afternoon and weekend evenings. Fresh, wholesome foods will be available including all-natural beef and chicken, whole wheat bread and specialty foods, as will festival food like burgers and kabobs. Craft booths will be selling handmade items. Location: 608 Dry Creek Rd. For more information, call 254754-9600 or visit HomesteadCraftFair.com.

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Parade of Lights Kicks Off Holiday Season

T Warriors Attack Obstacles in Cedar Creek

umping over fire, crawling through mud pits and climbing over vehicles are just a few of the obstacles participants will encounter at this year’s Warrior Dash, November 10, at Rusty’s Walnut Creek Ranch, in Cedar Creek. Recognized as one of the ultimate events for thrill-seeking athletes willing to take on extreme terrain, the 5K Warrior Dash pushes the athletes’ limits through a series of challenging natural and manmade obstacles. The first wave of the race begins at 9 a.m., followed by waves of 500 racers every half-hour until the final wave, around 3 p.m. The three-mile course is comprised of 12 intense and grueling obstacles, including teetering traverse, rubber ricochet, road rage, muddy mayhem, Normandy military crawl and warrior roast. Racers are encouraged to suit up in their best warrior attire and are crowned with fuzzy warrior helmets prior to starting the race. Spectators are welcome to enjoy live entertainment throughout the day and watch the participants tackle obstacles near the finish line. Race Director Alex Yount says, “Warrior Dash is an event that runners and spectators will never forget. After conquering an insane physical challenge, racers celebrate with live music, food, beer and warrior helmets, alongside their fellow warriors, friends and family.”

he 30th annual Chesapeake Energy Parade of Lights—The Wonder of It All!—will be held November 23, in downtown Fort Worth. The parade, starting at 6 p.m., is one of the top illuminated parades in the country, featuring more than 100 LED illuminated entries and a half-million lights. A Holiday Fun Zone kicks off the festivities at 2 p.m. in the Gateway parking lot. Children’s holiday craft-making, entertainment, food and coffee will be available. Horse-drawn carriages, marching bands, strolling carolers, classic antique cars, equestrian units, delightful characters dressed in holiday gear and floats will be the order of the day. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will light a 55-foot Christmas tree in Sundance Square at 7:50 p.m. Afterward, a special viewing of Prancer will be shown. For easier access to the festivities, anyone can ride The T for free after 4 p.m. A free shuttle will be provided, beginning at 2 p.m., from Farrington Field parking lots to downtown, stopping at the ITC train and bus station, located one block from the parade route. Location: Belknap and Throckmorton St. For more information about the parade route or to purchase reserved street seating, visit FortWorthParadeofLights.org.

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newsbriefs Traditional Start to Thanksgiving

he largest Thanksgiving Day event of its kind in the country, the 45th annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, will be held November 22, in Dallas. With an estimated 40,000 participants, the multievent race starts at Dallas City Hall, winding through downtown as a scenic 5K course, and a fairly flat but challenging eight-mile course that extends through historic Oak Cliff. Participants have the option of being timed on either race and both events are USA Track and Field certified. There is a $5 charge for a timing tag. Race day registration begins at 7 a.m., followed by wheelchair race at 8:59 a.m., timed runners at 9 a.m. and then all remaining runners. Paramedics and police officers, water stops and restrooms will be stationed throughout the course. Family-friendly activities throughout the event include clowns, pony rides, bounce houses, live musical entertainment, refreshments and more. A Trot Tot event with a special Trot shirt and number is available for children 6 years of age and younger. Parking is available, but participants are encouraged to utilize DART. Location: 1500 Marilla St., Dallas City Hall Plaza. For more information, call 214954-0500 or visit TheTrot.org to register online.

Storybook Classic Comes to Life

ntertaining kids-at-heart of all ages through fairytale stories told in the style of British melodrama (pantos), Theatre Britain will stage a holiday production of the storybook classic, Mother Goose, with weekend performances from December 1 to 30, at The Cox Building Playhouse, in Plano. The classic tale of good versus evil, Mother Goose is about to be turned out of her house because she canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pay the mortgage. All looks bleak until she comes across Lucy the Goosey who lays golden eggs. Mother Gooses wants to share her good fortune with the whole village, but is torn and tempted by the struggle from a good Fairy and a Demon that fight over Mother Gooseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fate. Should she be content with her intentions to share with others or should she listen to Demon Damon and keep everything for herself. In the form of a traditional British panto, the fairytale is told with wacky characters, songs, dances and corny jokes that encourage audience participation through interaction with the characters on stage, inviting them to cheer, enlisting their help to support good characters and to boo and hiss the mean and nasty villain whenever possible. The message of good trumping evil, along with the intermingling of characters and audience through sing-alongs and banter, encourages adults to participate and enjoy the plot, as well. Location: 1517 H Ave. For more information or tickets, call 972-4904202 or visit Theatre-Britain.com.

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Christmas Traditions Remembered

s an illumination of traditional holiday joy and festivity, the 32nd annual Dickens of a Christmas festival sparkles from November 23 to 25 in historic downtown McKinney. The festival features horse-drawn carriages, strolling carolers, visits with Santa Claus and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Traditional live Christmas music, horse carriage rides, food and festivities, traditional costumes, dancing, children’s activities and shopping will fill the 12-block district. Youth activities include arts and crafts, Christmas-themed games, sand art, face painting, a petting zoo and a visit with Santa Claus and his reindeer. The McKinney Repertory Theatre will perform A Christmas Carol, using the original text, Victorian songs and vintage theatre pipe organ. A snow tubing hill and train ride are available for a nominal fee. Certified 10K/5K runs will be held November 24, benefitting the Head Start program of McKinney ISD. The races begin with the 10K at 8, followed by the 5K and one-mile holiday walk at 8:30 a.m. A Great Santa Chase for children 12 and under is free and each child receives a special gift from Santa’s helpers for completing the chase. Location: 111 N. Tennessee St. For more information, call 972-547-7500 or visit DowntownMcKinney.org.

Texas Stampeding for a Cause

n partnership with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), the Tom Thumb Texas Stampede, one of the top rodeos in Texas, will take place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., November 9 and 10 at the Allen Event Center, in Allen. The Western Festival and Christmas Marketplace are open all day, with a rodeo at 7:30 p.m. both days and also at noon on November 10. A concert follows the evening performances. The Texas Stampede hosts western lifestyle events that expose the community to our western heritage, while providing support and funding for children’s charities in North Texas. As a fully sanctioned PRCA rodeo, each of the three action-packed performances include rodeo’s top athletes competing in bull riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling, bareback riding, tie-down roping and barrel racing. Family oriented activities include the Texas Stampede Christmas Marketplace, the Western Heritage display area and an art and photography contest. The kid-friendly Rodeo U is a kid’s interactive area with fun activities specially designed for young cowpokes, including mutton bustin’, pony rides, a petting zoo, facing painting and autograph sessions with authentic rodeo cowboys, cowgirls and clowns. Location: 200 E. Stacy Rd. For more information, call 214520-8874 or visit TexasStampede.org.

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Distinctive and Unique Keepsakes Available at Paperhound.com

tarting in the early 1500s, cartographers, or mapmakers, began to embellish their work beyond the utility required for explorers and regular folks to get around. Decorative artwork graced the thick, hand-made paper sheets of commerce and were collected by royalty and landed gentry for their beauty. Today, antique maps are also of historical significance as limited, irreplaceable creations that still resonate with collectors. To accommodate everyone wanting to share in the fascinating world of maps, from individuals purchasing their first piece, to collectors, Paperhound, based in Frisco, has made the transition from a brick-and-mortar storefront to a digital online store. Paperhound.com offers an inventory of more than 2,300 antique maps, charts and prints dating from 1550 to 1850, including many Biblical prints that illustrate stories of the Old and New Testament. Walt Edwards, executive director of online services, advises, “When looking for an antique map or print, it’s important to ask about identifying marks, like those of engraving method, color, plate mark, cartouche and paper, so as to verify the period of the piece and that it’s an original.” Because every piece is unique in its own way and

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has aged along the journey, if the product looks perfect, it’s probably a reproduction. “Just like any other antique, you want to make sure the antiquarian retailer guarantees the piece and is willing to provide supporting documentation,” he advises. Edwards and his team have been working diligently to make sure their complete inventory is available in time for the holidays. “Maps and prints make a wonderful and unique gift that inspires one to learn about the original images or artists, history and geography,” he says. “The associations you can find between these beautiful images and recipient’s hobbies, interests, family history, religious affiliation or favorite travel destination are almost endless.” As added assurance, “If a Paperhound customer isn’t pleased with their purchase, we will immediately refund their money upon return of the item, no questions asked,” says Edwards. “We want to make sure every customer is as pleased and excited with their purchase as we were when we originally purchased the piece ourselves. For more information, call 469-322-9549 or visit Paperhound.com. See ad, page 27.

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Nuts Help Neutralize Metabolic Syndrome

ccording to the World Health Organization, metabolic syndrome— linked to inflammation and oxidative stress that increases the risk of Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease—affects 25 percent of U.S. adults and 20 percent of adults worldwide. A nut-rich diet may offer some protection. Researchers at the University of Barcelona, in Spain, discovered that a daily one-ounce serving of mixed nuts, including raw, unpeeled walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts, boosted patients’ levels of beneficial metabolites derived from metabolizing tryptophan (an amino acid), serotonin (a hormone), fatty acids and polyphenols (phytochemicals with antioxidant activity). Their findings support the hypothesis that nuts can help prevent metabolic alterations that lead to chronic disease.

EFT Relieves Veterans’ Post-Traumatic Stress

motional Freedom Technique (EFT) uses tapping along acupuncture meridians to relieve stress so the body can resume the natural function of self-healing. Through the Veterans Stress Project (StressProject.org), the therapy is now being used and tested with veterans exhibiting post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms such as insomnia, anger, grief and hypervigilance. A study by the nonprofit Soul Medicine Institute has shown that more than 86 percent of vets that used EFT have resolved most of their PTSD symptoms; the researchers also report that, on average, their pain diminished by 68 percent. Dr. Steve Manire, a chiropractor and EFT practitioner in Little Rock, Arkansas, states, “Too many of our nation’s veterans are left believing that they have to live with stress for the rest of their lives when they return from their tours of duty.” He asserts that many find significant relief with EFT. The Veterans Stress Project will connect veterans dealing with post-traumatic stress with EFT practitioners across the country for six sessions at no cost. Email Deb Tribbey at Deb@StressProject.org.

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Cranberry Juice Yields Knockout Punch

hen scientific studies first provided evidence that cranberries are a powerful agent in fighting urinary tract infections (UTI), the supplement industry was fast to react by putting cranberry pills and extracts on the market. But are they as effective as drinking cranberry juice or eating the sauce? Recent analysis by Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers answers. The researchers tested proanthocyanidins (PAC), a group of flavonoids found in cranberries and thought to be what gives the juice its infection-fighting properties, offering hope that these could translate into an effective extract. However, the report concluded that cranberry juice itself is far better at preventing biofilm formation—the precursor of infection—than PACs alone. The virulent form of E. coli bacteria that is the cause of most UTIs is covered with small, hair-like projections, known as fimbriae, which act like hooks and latch onto cells that line the urinary tract. When enough bacteria adhere to the cells, they form a biofilm that leads to infection. Cranberry juice prevented the bacteria from forming this biofilm, while PACs alone were not as effective.

Good Foods to Keep the Brain Sharp

ew research reveals that diet may make a difference in reducing the risk of developing the most common form of dementia, known as Alzheimer’s disease. A study published by the American Academy of Neurology suggests that eating foods containing omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, chicken, salad dressing and nuts, may be related to lower blood levels of a problematic protein called beta-amyloid associated with Alzheimer’s and memory problems. For the study, 1,219 people older than 65 and free of dementia provided information about their diets for an average of 1.2 years before their blood was tested for beta-amyloid. Researchers looked specifically at 10 nutrients, including saturated fatty acids; omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids; mono-unsaturated fatty acids; vitamins E, C, B12 and D; beta-carotene; and folate. The scientists found that higher consumption of omega-3 fatty acids corresponded to lower blood beta-amyloid levels. Particularly, those consuming just one gram more than other study subjects’ average daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids experienced a 20 to 30 percent decrease in beta-amyloid levels in the blood. One gram of omega-3s can be obtained by eating half a salmon fillet, once a week. Other foods that contain healthy omega-3s are flax seeds, almonds, walnuts and walnut oil, tuna and sardines and in small amounts, vegetables like Brussels sprouts, kale, spinach and salad greens. 12

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Shrimply Alarming

hrimp cocktail is a popular holiday appetizer, but may not be the healthiest menu choice. Researchers at Texas Tech University have found evidence of antibiotics in samples of farmraised shrimp of international origin imported onto U.S. grocery shelves. The antibiotics present included nitrofuranzone, a probable human carcinogen. Two samples of the seafood tested in major cities contained levels of nitrofuranzone that were 28 and 29 times higher than the amount allowed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Domestic shrimp harvested from the Gulf of Mexico also contained carcinogens and toxicants, according to a recent article by GreenMedInfo.com. Equally unsettling, most farmraised shrimp is far from sustainable, says Oregon researcher J. Boone Kauffmann, who estimates that 50 to 60 percent of shrimp farms worldwide are built on cleared mangrove areas. The shrimp produced from these farms have a carbon footprint up to 10 times higher than beef from cows raised on cleared Amazon rainforest areas.

Antibiotics Overused for Sinus Infections

study by investigators at the Washington University School of Medicine, in St. Louis, concludes that antibiotics typically prescribed for sinus infections aren’t any more effective than inactive placebos. “Patients don’t get better faster or have fewer symptoms when they get antibiotics,” says Dr. Jay F. Piccirillo, a professor of otolaryngology and the study’s senior author. He adds, “Our results show that antibiotics aren’t necessary for a basic [acute] sinus infection— most people get better on their own.” The researchers do suggest treating symptoms such as pain, cough and congestion and carefully watching to see if further treatment is necessary.

The Other Problem with Trans Fats

o keep the holidays merry, rather than moody, check labels when stocking the pantry and avoid products containing trans fatty acids, which not only contribute to insulin resistance, inflammation and heart disease, but also exacerbate mood swings. After studying nearly 1,000 men and women of all ages and ethnic backgrounds, researchers at the University of California-San Diego School of Medicine found that consumption of dietary trans fatty acids (dTFA) was significantly associated with greater aggression and irritability. The study, led by Associate Professor Dr. Beatrice Golomb, provides the first evidence linking dTFA with adverse behaviors, ranging from impatience to overt aggression. Analysis of participants’ baseline dietary information and behavioral assessments were adjusted for sex, age, education and use of alcohol or tobacco products. The new finding strengthens health experts’ recommendations to avoid eating products like margarines, shortenings and prepared foods that contain trans fats and to steer clear of serving them in schools and other institutions. Source: PLoS One

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Eco-Gyms

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

A new crop of environmentally conscious gyms and fitness centers are adopting practices to save energy by adding electricitygenerating workout equipment and using other strategies to reduce environmental impacts. It’s known as the green gym movement, which continues to grow and innovate. The Los Angeles Times reports that members of AC4 Fitness, in Goleta, California, generate power and feed it back to the grid every time they step on a treadmill or elliptical. They also bring their own refillable bottles and have access to a hydration station that provides free water, filtered by reverse osmosis. Patrons can store their belongings in lockers made from recycled plastic. The Greenasium Fitness Studio, in Encinitas, California, sports floors covered with mats made from recycled tires, and their dumbbells are used and refurbished.

No Rain

African Savannas Hold Clues to Drought Relief This year, much of the United States has experienced the most severe drought since the 1950s, prompting governors to declare emergency conditions. There is no guarantee that the crisis will be alleviated, but new research points to a way that farmers may be better able to cope. In the hotter, drier climate of the semiarid African savanna, flowing between the Atlantic Ocean and Red Sea, farmers have successfully fought back an expanding Sahara Desert and turned once dry, uncultivated scrub into highly productive farmland. The key to success is allowing trees to grow where they once cut them down, and adopting agricultural techniques that take full advantage of scarce water resources. Experts claim that today’s American farmers should recognize the benefits that trees can bring to even the most arid plots of land. Chris Reij, a sustainable land management specialist at Free University Amsterdam, who has worked in Africa since 1978, observes, “Given the situation in the U.S. corn belt, these practices might help farmers in Kansas and Iowa adapt to more extreme weather and help make their crops more resistant to drought.” Adding more trees, planted in rows between crops or bordering fields, could provide many of the same benefits found in Africa: improved soil and water quality and windbreaks that keep dry topsoil from going airborne. Fallen leaves and twigs inject nutrients into the soil, reducing the need for expensive fertilizers that can also pollute nearby streams or wells. Trees cool temperatures on a local scale, trap carbon and clean the air. Their roots are natural filters between fields and waterways and can help keep soil moist. Plus, tree fruits and nuts provide food for farm animals and wildlife. It’s an Early American agriculture tradition worth revisiting. Find more information from the USDA National Agroforestry Center at nac.unl.edu.

Loving It

Fast Food that’s Good Food Mike Roberts, once the president and CEO of McDonald’s, has cofounded Lyfe Kitchen, a restaurant chain that aims to serve healthy food on a fast-food scale. The acronym Lyfe stands for Love Your Food Everyday, and the food is made without butter, cream, white sugar, white flour, high-fructose corn syrup, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), trans fats or additives. He foresees hundreds of the alternative bistros opening across the country, all serving locally sourced, sustainable gourmet meals with the efficiency and economy usually found in a fast-food chain. With free-range chicken; burgers from grass-fed, humanely raised cattle; roasted kabocha squash; beet and rice salad and Napa cabbage salad, costs are expected to be pricey at first, but decrease as more locations are added. Visit LyfeKitchen.com. 14

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Veggie Feast

Meatless Traditions Replace Turkey Day Across America, millions of people will celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with a new, more compassionate and lifeaffirming tradition that eschews killing and eating animals. Citing factors that include torturous breeding and production practices, health risks posed by additives and adulteration, and the ethics of animal killing, Gentle Thanksgiving has become a Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) annual campaign. Families are encouraged to prepare a whole vegetarian or vegan meal to commemorate the traditional occasion of communal sharing and abundance. Soy-based mock turkeys are widely available, as well as a cornucopia of meat-free recipes. Visit Gentle Thanksgiving.org.

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Derricks to Get a New Lease on Life

Weather Watcher New Supercomputer Predicts Climate Changes

Yellowstone is one of the greatest natural treasures in the American West, and there’s now a new environmental “sheriff” in town. A supercomputer of the same name is set to model future climate changes and forecast extreme weather like no other. “It’s a big deal,” says climate scientist Linda Mearns, Ph.D., of the National Center for Atmospheric Research, in Boulder, Colorado. The Washington Post reports that Yellowstone will help researchers calculate climate change on a regional, rather than continental, scale. With a better grasp of how warming may affect local water resources, endangered species and extreme winds, local and state governments will be able to plan more effectively. The $30 million supercomputer, funded by the National Science Foundation, will generate climate projections for seven-square-mile tracts, instead of the previous capability of 60-square-mile units. It will also provide climate snapshots in intervals of hours, rather than days. Mathew Maltrud, of the Los Alamos National Laboratory, in New Mexico, says, “We’re moving into a realm where we have models that resemble the ocean, the atmosphere, the ice and the land to a high degree.” Yellowstone will show a more realistic interaction of these components.

The U.S. Department of the Interior has rules governing nonproducing ocean oil rigs: They must be torn down after a certain period of time. What sounds like a sensible policy to deter oil companies from abandoning idle rigs is now being reconsidered as the growing depletion of natural reefs may give them a new purpose as artificial reefs. Below the surface at one 30-year-old rig in the Gulf of Mexico, corals, sea fans and sponges cover a maze of pipes. Schools of jack and snapper, solitary grouper and barracuda circle in its shadows and eco-dive boats periodically stop at the enormous structure, where dolphins, sea turtles and sharks are often spotted. The New York Times reports that about 650 such oil and gas industry relics, referred to as “idle iron”, would be demolished with large amounts of explosives under the old rules, killing thousands of fish and other sea creatures. Now the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is seeking recognition of offshore platforms as essential fish habitats. To ease liability concerns and help insure and maintain structures to be spared such removal, John Hoffman, chief executive of Black Elk Energy, an oil and gas company based in Houston, Texas, has founded a nonprofit organization, Save the Blue. To convert a platform into a reef, approval is required by the Interior Department’s Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. Under the federal Rigs-to-Reefs program, a structure is only partially removed: cut off down to 85 feet below the water surface. Fish densities have been found to be 20 to 50 times higher near converted rigs than in open water. Each platform typically supports more than 10,000 fish.

Fact Quest

Students Thirst for Eco-Knowledge As part of its 25th Envirothon, a competition for students across the United States to test their knowledge on environmental issues, a survey commissioned by Canon U.S.A. and conducted online by Harris Interactive found that a majority of 14-to-18-year-olds looking for information about the environment seek it outside of the classroom. Data also indicate that teens believe environmental issues will have an impact on their lives in the future and want to know more about them. With three-quarters feeling that school curricula are inadequate, two-thirds of the students use TV as their primary information source. A majority of surveyed teens ages 16 to 18 favor the Internet, print newspapers and other periodocals. Seventy-five percent of all of the teens surveyed believe that humans have a major impact on climate change. The top three environmental changes that they fear will impact their quality of life are poor air quality (66 percent), global warming (61 percent) and poor solid waste management (59 percent). Other major areas of concern are deforestation, water shortages and energy availability. Students are also looking for ways they can help, such as recycling, conserving electricity and water, cleaning up public spaces, carpooling, bicycling and using public transportation. Get involved at EnviroThon.org. natural awakenings

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readertip The Benefits of Peppermint Essential Oil submitted by Jackie Kenney

he minty fresh and slightly camphor-like scent of peppermint essential oil can be helpful to us in amazing ways. The essential oil derives from the peppermint plant that thrives in North America and Europe. Steam-distilled from the leaves and stem of the plant, the oil is comprised of vitamins A and C, omega-3 fatty acids and minerals, including potassium, manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium and copper. A number of health benefits have been associated with the use of peppermint oil including: n A refreshing scent known to energize and relieve mental fatigue n Menthol, its main constituent, benefits the respiratory system and can reduce congestion n Helps dispel gas, easing stomach and bowel spasms and an upset stomach n Dabbed on the wrist and inhaled, can reduce headaches and stress n Applied topically, it imparts a cooling sensation that alleviates pain n Blends well with other essential oils for use in massages, steam bath and mud packs n Antiseptic in nature, massaged on the scalp it helps remove dandruff and lice When purchasing peppermint essential oils, a non-toxic gift from the Earth, be sure to look for purity and quality. These are the two primary factors that are important for the effectiveness of any essential oil.

Jackie Kenney is an independent consultant with doTerra Essential Oils. For more information, call 214-837-4872 or visit JackiesdoTerra.com. See ad, page 45.

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sation at face value; compare it with counterparts in organizations of similar size, mission and location.

Cherished Charities

7 Be Careful of Sound-Alike Names.

Top 10 Giving Tips for Maximum Impact These guidelines from Charity Navigator can help Natural Awakenings readers make wise decisions in donating dollars to favorite eco-causes.

Don’t be confused by a charity that purposely chooses a name strikingly similar to a more reputable, well-known organization.

1 Be Proactive. First, take the time to identify which environmental results are most important to the family and be specific about the goals you expect via giving.

8 Hang Up the Phone. Recognize that the for-profit fundraising companies often used for charitable telemarketing campaigns keep 25 to 95 cents of every dollar they collect.

2 Engage in Dialogue. Before contributing to an organization, talk with staff to learn about the group’s accomplishments, goals and challenges. 3 Confirm Nonprofit Status. Check to ensure that the recipient is registered as a

public nonprofit charity [501(c) (3)]; this also qualifies donations as tax deductions.

4 Check for Commitment to Accountability and Transparency. Charities that follow good governance and transparency practices are less likely to engage in unethical or irresponsible activities and more likely to be making a measurable difference. Even advocates of big-picture environmental causes will find ways to quantify the quality of their contributions to planetary health. 5 Examine the Charity’s Financial Health. The financial health of any organization is a strong indicator of its performance. The most efficient nonprofits invest 75 percent or more of their budgets on programs and services and less than 25 percent on fundraising and administrative fees. 6 Review Executive Compensation. Even eco-charities need to pay their top leaders a competitive salary in order to attract and retain the talent needed to run a viable organization and produce results. But don’t just accept the CEO’s compen-

9 Concentrate Giving. Choose a few favorite causes to focus on. Spreading donations among multiple organizations can diminish the overall impact, because a percentage of each gift immediately goes toward overhead. 10 Make a Long-Term Commit-

ment. Wise donors support their favorite environmental and other charities over the long haul, because they understand success requires a reliable pool of long-term, committed supporters. CharityNavigator.com provides ratings and analysis of participating charities as a public service.

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Shambhala Wellness Center by Beth Davis

ohanna Oosterwijk perienced as a result of radiobegan her career as a active iodine treatment, cut registered nurse (RN) in off from everyone, including the Netherlands, working in her children, for three days at a community hospital and a time. After her therapy was with the Red Cross. In the completed, she took things early 1980s, she moved to one day at a time until she the U.S., intending to have had reached the milestone her nursing degree transof being cancer-free for one ferred so she could pracyear. tice medicine. However, That is when things Johanna Oosterwijk began to change. “I thought if a year after relocating, she was diagnosed with thyroid I could just live five more years, I would cancer, which put those plans on hold be happy,” she recalls. “For the first for several years. year I lived in a daze, but then I had an Oosterwijk, the mother of three awakening. I told myself I wasn’t going young children, was devastated. She to die—I was going to live!” describes that period as the darkest time Oosterwijk began a quest to in her life, recalling the isolation she exdiscover alternative treatments and

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healing methods for the disease, particularly those that integrated the body, mind and spirit. “I knew I needed to do something,” she says. “I became more aware of controlling my life, and once I did that, a lot of things began to open up, allowing me to take a step and move forward in my life.” She realized that as individuals, we create our own illness, and yoga, meditation and energy-work, for example, have a major impact on healing. “We are all energetic beings,” explains Oosterwijk. “If we can change the frequency of illness, we can get better.” Through her discovery of alternative modalities, the former nurse was inspired to help others benefit from these integrative healing techniques— first as a Reiki master and later as a clinical hypnotherapist. About 20 years ago, she started her own practice, Shambhala Wellness, from her home. Since then, she has added other modalities such as Polarity Therapy, reflexology, Quantum Biofeedback, HypnoCoaching and wellness coaching to her practice. In 2008, she completed her Doctor of Naturopathy degree at Trinity College of Natural Health, in Indiana. After years of working out of her home, Oosterwijk was ready to expand and create a wellness center with multiple alternative therapies under one roof. The recession had just hit and she wondered how she would be able to open a center in such tough economic times. “I just told myself that if I’m ready, it will all fall into place, and it did,” she notes. The following week, she found a beautiful old house

that was perfectly suited to her vision. In early 2010, Shambhala Wellness Center officially opened in its new location in Denton. There, she created a friendly environment that welcomes all. It is decorated like a house, not an office, and highlights art from local artists, antique furniture and comforting accessories to enhance the total wellness experience. The center is dedicated to serving clients’ physical, emotional and spiritual needs through alternative and integrated healing. Numerous practitioners offer a variety of services, including massage, nutrition, psychology, hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), wellness coaching, Reiki, medical aesthetician, Quantum Biofeedback, yoga, meditation and others. Shambhala Wellness will be expanding their services beginning in the Spring of 2013, with the addition of a new building adjacent to the current location, offering chiropractic care and nurse practitioner services. The beauty of offering a plethora of modalities under one roof, she says, is that the practitioners refer clients to one another. “Every individual is unique. What works for one person may not work for another, so we’ve created a space that offers something for everyone.” Oosterwijk’s dedication to helping

others extends beyond the walls of Shambhala. For the past 10 years, she and her husband have been traveling to Nicaragua on missions. It started when a group of children came to her husband’s rotary club. The children would travel around in a van, singing and raising money for the country, but they needed a driver. Oosterwijk and her husband drove them, but it wasn’t enough for her. “I knew I had to do more; I wanted to go there,” she says. During her first trip, she was stunned by the problems of poverty and disease. Kids were living in and eating out of a dump. They had doctors, but no money for buildings. Now, she and a small group travel to the country and employ locals to help build clinics and schools, in an effort to improve the health of these impoverished communities. It is an effort, she says, that simply “opens up her heart.” After many years of helping others on their path to wellness, Oosterwijk says that she is inspired by the results. “I see people start to change. I see how much they love their life, and it makes my heart sing. I know I’m on the right track, and this is where I need to be.” Shambhala Wellness Center is located at 215 E. University Dr., in Denton. For more information, call 940-380-8728 or visit ShambhalaWellness.com. See ad, page 31.

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Powerful Energy Boosters Daily Tips with Staying Power

by Kathleen Barnes

Many Americans occasionally complain of having a lack of energy, and for some it’s a daily experience. Low energy levels can arise from a number of underlying factors, but poor diet and ongoing stress are the most likely culprits. Eat Right

A consistently healthy diet can be the missing key ingredient to maintaining high energy in the long term, along with avoiding short-term energy dips. A diet featuring antioxidant-rich vegetables, healthy carbohydrates, low-fat proteins and healthy fats will not only

keep energy levels high, it’s also essential to long-term health, according to Dr. Christine Gerbstadt, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “If you think of getting energy from a cup of coffee or a candy bar, understand that it’s just a quick boost that doesn’t last

Taking small breaks from the workday can help increase energy and refocus attention on the tasks at hand. Getting away from the computer screen to weed the garden for 10 minutes or taking a quick turn around the block can quickly reverse an energy slump. long,” advises Gerbstadt, author of The Doctor’s Detox Diet. “The kind of energy you get from complex carbs and whole grains will stay with you.” Adding a little protein, like a piece of low-fat cheese or a dollop of peanut butter on a whole grain cracker, will keep energy steady for even longer, starting with breakfast. Gerbstadt further notes that a mid-afternoon energy drop may be due to a blood sugar dip. The carb/protein plan also works well at these times, or a cup of green tea might just hit the spot. “Green tea does deliver some caffeine, but it has literally hundreds of antioxidants, like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), that boost metabolism and stoke the metabolic fires,” she says. Plus, because most people have less-than-perfect diets, certain supplements can help raise energy levels and enhance overall health. Gerbstadt recommends vitamin D for those that don’t spend much time in the sun, to enhance immune function; fish oil for non-fish eaters for heart and brain health; and all B-vitamins to support everyone’s natural energy production.

Manage Stress

“Stress is one of the biggest energy zappers of physical, emotional and spiritual energy,” says Jon Gordon, of Jacksonville, Florida, author of The Energy Bus and consultant to Fortune 500 companies, sports teams, hospitals and schools on the subject of staying positive. Exercise, a widely acknowledged energy booster, does double duty in moderating stress, according to the experts. Gordon’s prime recommenda20

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tion for vanquishing it is a combination of exercise and emotional balancing: “You can’t be under stress and thankful at the same time,” he says. “So take a ‘thank-you’ walk every day and get the benefits of the physical exercise, as well as shifting emotions to a more positive state.” Dr. Judith Orloff, author of Positive Energy, adds, “Walking meditations are joyous exercises in mindfulness, putting one foot in front of the other and being in the now; set your critical mind aside to be replenished by the energy of the air, greenery and nature. “I also practice this short meditation throughout the day to calm myself and become more energized and clear,” she says. “For just three minutes, I close my eyes, focus on my breath and then envision a positive image, such as the night sky reflected in a body of water. These mini-tune-ups get you back to yourself, so you are centered and clear to continue your day.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books, including The Super Simple HCG Diet. Learn more at KathleenBarnes.com.

Bonus Energy Boosts In her book, Positive Energy, Dr. Judith Orloff offers simple strategies to help keep spirits high. The first is to choose our friends wisely. Most of us have encountered someone that repeatedly drains our energy and do well to recognize the signs of an “emotional vampire”: “Your eyelids get heavy and you feel like taking a nap,” she says. “Draw boundaries by learning that saying ‘No’ is a complete sentence.” For friends and relatives that always seem to be in the middle of a crisis: Do not encourage a drama king or queen by asking him or her how they are, advises Orloff. To deal with a chatterbox,“You must politely interrupt, as hard as that skill may be to learn.” Finally, “Laughter gives a big energy boost, so be silly and have fun.” Share a laughter break.

Natural Energy Boosting Snacks by Charles Lewis

ersonal energy seems to be in short supply these days to enable keeping up with our to-do lists, but there’s no need to resort to consuming the plethora of unhealthy energy drinks flooding the market. Here are some foods that boost energy and provide a longer-lasting energy than a sugary snack or caffeine high. n Water transports nutrients through the body, regulates body temperature and generates energy. Without enough water, fatigue and dehydration quickly sets in. n Lentils are a great source of fiber, B vitamins, iron, zinc, calcium and copper, carbohydrates and protein. They are low in fat and help reduce cholesterol and blood pressure. n Fresh fruit provides energy-necessary carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins and minerals. n Steel-cut oats contain vitamin B, which slowly transforms carbohydrates into usable, longer-lasting energy. n Raspberries and blackberries contain fiber that slowly releases sugar into the bloodstream for steady energy without the peaks and crashes. n Dark chocolate is a high source of antioxidants and can elevate energy levels. Eat it in moderation, due to sugar, fat and caffeine levels. n Bananas provides potassium, helping to maintain proper muscle and nerve function. They are helpful after a strenuous workout, when potassium can be lost due to excessive sweating. n Almonds provide essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that improve focus and mental clarity. n Lean turkey provides necessary protein and carbohydrates for longer-lasting energy. n Popcorn contains B vitamins that help convert food into energy, and fiber that maintains steady blood sugar for continuous energy. The best strategy is to eat small portions of energy-promoting foods several times throughout the day, rather than binging on huge meals. This strategy provides the body with a steady stream of energy-boosting nutrients.

Charles Lewis is a local natural health advocate and is a regular contributing writer for Natural Awakenings North Texas. Connect at CLewisWrites@gmail.com.

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Local Resources This listing of community partners with expertise in cardio and overall fitness, offers programs that ensure a great workout to strengthen the body and spirit, and combat fatigue. Anytime Fitness—Health Club Dallas: 972-867-2635 McKinney: 972-369-0909 AnytimeFitness.com Canyons of Frisco— Climbing Gym Frisco: 214-872-2992 CanyonsClimbingGym.com Cooper Fitness Center— Health Center McKinney: 214-383-1000 CooperAerobics.com Curves—Women’s Health Club Denton: 940-384-7506 Flower Mound: 972-355-1999 Plano: 469-241-9962 Curves.com HCOA Fitness—Health Club The Colony: 972-625-8721 HealthClubsofAmerica.com Nia Now—Dance Exercise Lewisville: 469-879-5283 NiaNow.com/smairtx Pilates for Life—Pilates Allen: 214-704-3070 Pilates-ForLife.com Shambhala Wellness—Yoga Denton: 940-380-8728 ShambhalaWellness.com Transform U Fitness— Fitness Gym Lewisville: 214-577-9641 TransformU.tv Yoga Tree—Yoga Plano: 972-398-9642 YogaTreePlano.com

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C ARDIO BUZZ Trade Energy Snack-Attacks for a Daily Dose of Exercise by Debra Melani

nergy is a hot commodity today, with online ads and storefront posters for so-called energy products shouting, “Feel the rush,” “Revitalize your mind,” and “Re-think the way you re-energize.” People are reaching for these artificial jolts in record numbers, but many buzz-seekers don’t realize they have free access to a much better energy shot: exercise. Experts across the board agree that we would be wise to trade in our lattes and high-calorie power bars for a regular lunch-hour walk, because of the many happier returns exercise provides. One in four Americans experiences energy-sapping fatigue at any given time, according to Tim Puetz, Ph.D., of the National Institutes of Health, who has published studies on the exerciseenergy link. Although it’s a difficult response to measure, more than a dozen studies from institutions such as Duke University and The University of North Carolina have shown that regular physical activity can reduce fatigue by about 40 percent, says Puetz.

“If exercise were a pill, it would be like the magic pill of all time,” remarks James Hill, Ph.D., executive director of the University of Colorado’s Anschutz Health and Wellness Center. Research suggests that exercise enhances nearly every system in the body, he says. “But you have to walk on that treadmill; you can’t just sit on it.” Exercise burns calories, while energy drinks and snacks add them. Plus, unlike caffeine and other stimulants, exercise improves sleep (as long as it’s not too close to bedtime), points out Patrick O’Connor, Ph.D., co-director of the Exercise Psychology Laboratory at the University of Georgia, and Puetz’s research partner. Periodic exercise can prevent people, often fatigued because of insufficient sleep, from falling into a vicious cycle. “When I roll out of bed in the morning, I’m not reaching for a cup of coffee,” Puetz says. “I’m reaching for my sneakers. I do a morning run every day and the days I don’t get it in, I can feel the difference.”

A workout can boost mood, relieve stress, improve cognitive function and generate new connections in the brain, all promoting a sense of energy, Hill notes. Researchers believe that changes in the brain are the most likely reason for the exercise-energy link, according to O’Connor. A recent groundbreaking study led by J. Mark Davis, Ph.D., director of the Exercise Biochemistry Laboratory at the University of South Carolina, found that mice that exercised one hour a day for eight weeks, versus mice that lounged nearby, developed new brain mitochondria, considered the energy powerhouses of the cells (Journal of Applied Physiology). Researchers knew from human studies that exercise can boost these mitochondria in the muscles, but the brain connection had never been shown. Davis speculates the increase could play a role in boosting exercise endurance by making the brain more resistant to fatigue, plus help individuals feel more energetic. Just getting the blood pumping with a cardio blast can make people feel more energized, Hill contends, because blood supplies oxygen and nutrients that generate fuel for the body. Regardless of the energy connection, researchers note that exercise improves overall health, maintains healthy weight and reduces risk of disease, making it an obvious choice as a double-duty energy boost. “What so many of us do is grasp

at things and try to make ourselves feel better in the short-term,” Hill says. “Regular exercise can make us feel better in the long term.” “You don’t have to run a marathon,” Puetz adds. In fact, it’s best not to overdo it, Puetz and O’Connor counsel. High-intensity workouts can drain energy in the short-term, and serious athletes that over-train can even end up in a low-energy, depressed state, they say. Their study published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics looked at otherwise healthy, but fatigued, people, finding that both low- and moderatelevel exercise produced a similar and significant reduction in fatigue. O’Connor offers a general recommendation, which varies with fitness level, of walking, swimming or cycling at least 10 minutes and up to an hour most days of the week. Even taking two or three 10-minute walks throughout the workday will make an energy difference, Puetz advises. “Anything’s better than nothing,” he concludes. “The bottom line is: If instead of reaching for that cup of coffee, you grab a pair of athletic shoes, you are not only going to experience the desired energy boost, you are going to be living a healthier lifestyle.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health, medicine and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

How to Energize Any Workout Anthony Wall, director of professional education for the American Council on Exercise, offers these tips. Play music. An increasingly popular way for bumping up the energy level of a workout is to listen to an iPod loaded with a heart-pumping and self-motivating playlist. Research by Costas Karageorghis, Ph.D., of Brunel University, UK, has shown that syncing the right music with the right intensity level for the individual can improve cardio performance by as much as 15 percent (Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology). Hydrate. Drink water throughout the day and during every workout to maintain energy levels. Sleep. Strive for a regular sleep routine. Motivate. Remember that the reason for working out is not just because, “I’m supposed to,” but because, “I want more energy to play with the kids,” or “I want to feel good every day.”

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than their bank accounts. Off-the-clock volunteerism is soaring. Due to working and earning less, people are also consuming less, cooking, sewing and gardening more, rediscovering forgotten passions and relationships and finding new ones in the process. “When the economy tanked, it prompted a real moment of spiritual awakening for all of us,” observes Sue Frederick, of Boulder, Colorado, a nationally renowned career counselor who also applies her intuitive skills in helping clients like Readnower find their muse. “We are no longer able to hide out behind jobs and benefits that might not have been a good fit for us to begin with. People are remembering their soul’s mission and waking up to the true work they are intended to do.” At the leading edge of the purpose-driven career movement is the millennial generation, now in their 20s through early 30s. Having come of age

In the midst of uncertainties, many are asking, “Why am I here?”

Fashion a Passion-Driven Life Realize Your Purpose and Feed Your Soul by Lisa Marshall

hree years ago, Cindy Readnower felt as if work was swallowing her life. As a single mom with two sons to support and two franchise restaurants to run in Sarasota, Florida, she routinely would get up at 4 a.m. and go to bed after midnight. She didn’t see enough of her boys. “I never had a free moment to just shut down and think about what I really wanted,” she recalls. Then the economy collapsed, forcing her to shutter her businesses, file for bankruptcy and consult with a career counselor to plan her next steps. Today, at 57, she’s working as a life coach and business consultant and as she sees it, living the life she is meant to live. “When you hit hard times and say, ‘My worst fears have come true; what am I going to do now?’ It makes you realize you will only find true success when you follow your passion,” she says. Readnower represents what some 24

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see as the silver lining in these challenging economic times. At a time of high unemployment, when some can’t find a job and others are working grueling hours to compensate for laid-off coworkers, many Americans are stepping off the corporate hamster wheel and sincerely asking themselves: “What is my purpose here, and how can I realize it?”

Purpose Over Profits

According to a recent study by the nonprofit Encore.org, which helps older Americans pursue more meaningful careers, as many as 9 million people ages 44 to 70 have already transitioned into encore careers that combine purpose, passion and a paycheck. Another 31 million would like to. Meanwhile, surveys show that new college grads are increasingly gravitating toward nonprofit and public sector jobs that feed their souls more

amidst the Enron Corporation scandal, 9/11, Iraq and Afghanistan wars and the 2008 economic collapse, they’re graduating from college with a more holistic perspective on what constitutes a good career. “The decade in which we have matured has been turbulent in almost every dimension,” says John Coleman, 31, a recent graduate of Harvard Business School and co-author of Passion and Purpose: Stories from the Best and Brightest Young Business Leaders. “This generation is looking at a world that has so many problems and saying, ‘The old opportunities are not there anymore, so we have to create new ones.’ Many are actively seeking more meaning and purpose at work.” One 2010 survey of 500 MBA students found that when considering a long list of options for what they looked for in a career, they ranked “intellectual challenge” and “opportunity to impact the world” as their first and third priorities, bracketing “compensation” which

ranked second. It is not how your passion,” she counsels. Attwood has observed Another analysis much you do, firsthand how success by The New York Times found that in 2009, 11 but how much often follows, because, percent more college “When you choose in falove you put vor of the things that have graduates worked for nonprofits than in the greatest, deepest meaninto the doing, the previous year. According for you, the universe ingly, Coleman’s book is that matters. supports you more than packed with encouraging if you are just tepid and ~ Mother Teresa examples, from a Harvard neutral about something.” MBA student and a U.S. For some, that has Marine that co-founded meant working fewer hours a nonprofit addressing poverty in for less pay, in order to allow more Kenya’s largest slum to a biomedical time for clarifying meditation, family engineering grad that launched a web- dinners, volunteering at a local shelter, based car-sharing service. taking a long-yearned-for dance class This altruistic, purpose-driven or planning the next career shift. It has career track seems a stark departure also led to willing trade-offs in buying from that of the baby boomers, collecless and doing more for oneself. tively referred to as the “me” generation According to the 2010 MetLife Study for its materialistic ethos. Yet those that of the American Dream, 77 percent of specialize in helping people find more Americans now say that achieving their meaningful lives say this group curbig dream comprises improving the rently counts among their best and most quality of their lives by strengthening focused customers. personal relationships. As for millennials, “We are at a time in the world 39 percent say they already have what when it is more socially acceptable they need. Also, those that feel growing to follow your passions,” says Janet pressure to buy more and better material Attwood, whose Passion Test workpossessions has dropped from 66 percent shops—established in 2004—are in 2006 to well below half today. welcoming more people than ever. “In “Plenty of people have already my day, my dad was so freaked out I’d started down this path. They’re growing end up homeless that he sent me to vegetables, raising chickens and keeping business school so I would learn how bees. They’re building their own homes, to type. Back then, parents never asked: often with the help of friends and neigh‘What turns you on?’” bors,” writes Boston University Sociol That’s a shame, remarks Frederick, ogy Professor Juliet Schor, Ph.D. because first hints at our purpose often In her groundbreaking book, bubble up in our youth. “I believe all of Plenitude: The New Economics of us know at some point what our gift is, True Wealth, she argues that contrary but we often bury it and say, ‘I have to to many economists’ assumptions, a fit in and get a job with benefits and a shorter work week and smaller econgood paycheck.’” There is an alternative. omy is better for society as a whole. More, such a lifestyle, “allows people Work and Consume Less, to build stronger social connections, maintain their physical and mental Live More health and engage in activities that are Attwood stresses that living in line with more creative and meaningful.” one’s passion isn’t just about work, noting, “It’s about your relationships and friends, your spirituality and health, what you consume and where you choose to live…” She asks clients to write down five life-defining passions (see sidebar) and use them as a guidepost. “Whenever you are faced with a choice, a decision or an opportunity, choose in favor of

Any Example Proves the Rule

Ever since childhood days of helping her mother make clothing for the family, Juliette Bastian has had a passion for fashion design. Her love of dancing dates back to watching American Bandstand. But when it came to choosing a

Take the Passion Test Make a list of your passions; the 10 or 15 things most critical to your happiness and well-being. Start each entry with, “When my life is ideal, I am … ” (living in a beautiful house in the mountains, working in a job that changes lives, spending plenty of time with my children, etc.) Don’t worry about how you’ll get there. Just write it down. You become whatever you are committed to. “People often write down a passion, but if they can’t immediately see how they can manifest it, they erase it and instead write something down that they can easily put their arms around. In other words, they play it safe,” says Janet Attwood, co-author of The Passion Test: The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Life Purpose. Instead, think big. Narrow the list to your top five passions. Write all five passions down on five index cards. Post passions in places you will routinely see them, such as on the bathroom mirror and refrigerator door; display them prominently on your computer. Create a vision board (a collage of representations of your passions). “It’s an easy way to keep your attention on the things you really want to grow stronger in your life,” notes Attwood. Use these priority passions as a guidepost. “Whenever you are faced with a choice, a decision or opportunity, choose in favor of your passions,” advises Attwood. Then run to the goal with purpose in every step. Take the test again every six months, because passions can change and evolve over time.

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career, “There was always this trigger that went off in my head that said, ‘You need to make money,’” she explains. By her mid-40s, this San Dimas, California, resident boasted a six-figure salary and a successful, but not terribly fulfilling career doing accounting and strategic business planning. To indulge her creative side, she created colorful spreadsheets, but it wasn’t enough. “At one point, I acknowledged, ‘I am not happy walking into work anymore,’” recalls Bastian, now 52. “I felt like a hamster on a wheel.” Seven years ago, she walked out, and with Attwood’s help, set out to find her true callings. “People always think you have to pick just one, but you have passions that run across every aspect of your life,” she says. “I now realize I am a dancer, fashion designer, family person and spiritual woman.” Bastian begins each week by making a color-coded “strategic plan of action,” making sure to include elements of each of her five passions: financial freedom, exceptional relationships, optimal health, successful business ventures and an alliance with God. That means she’s back in school studying

This is the true joy of life—being used up for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one. ~ George Bernard Shaw

fashion design, and now makes time for dancing, church, family and a part-time career-coaching business. She says that it has been financially rough at times. But the “sacrifices”—like fewer hair appointments, fancy clothes, meals out and expensive holiday gifts for friends—have been well worth it. “I now have the flexibility, freedom and joy of knowing I am living who Juliette truly is,” she says with a smile. “I know I’ll be taken care of as long as I honor what truly matters to me.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance writer near Boulder, CO. Connect at Lisa@LisaAnnMarshall.com.

More Purposeful Life Tips Make time for a spiritual life. Whether it’s pausing to meditate in the morning or going to church or temple, allow time to reflect upon who you are and what you really want. “If you are not setting aside time to explore these questions, you won’t find the answers,” says John Coleman, author of Passion and Purpose. Don’t limit yourself to one purpose, such as a job. Decide who you want to be, rather than focus on what you are doing or want to do. Seek out mentors, young and old, that appear to be living a passionate life and ask them how they reached their life space. If you have the option of working less to pursue other passions, consider it. To save money, think about what you can make, grow or do, rather than pay for. In the process, you may rediscover an old passion. Let your talents guide you. If you are good at something, the chances are you are passionate about it. Do more of it, and that doesn’t necessarily mean volunteering forever. Consider making a passion into a relevant career. “We are not here to give away our gifts for free and then go to a job we hate,” says career counselor Sue Frederick. Take baby steps. If you can’t quit your job to follow your passion quite yet, take baby steps. Write a business plan. Take a class. Start volunteering. Meanwhile, focus on activating passions in other areas of your life. What is one thing you should stop doing, and one thing you can start doing today? Additional sources: Janet Attwood, author of The Passion Test; Juliet Schor, author of Plenitude

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Overcome Obstacles to Achievement Jack Canfield Shares Insights on Creating Success by Linda Sechrist

ack Canfield is best known as co-author of The New York Times number-one bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series, which has sold more than 500 million copies in 47 languages. A featured teacher in the films The Secret and Tapping the Source, he also has been interviewed on more than 1,000 radio and TV segments. He currently serves as CEO of The Canfield Training Group and president and founder of the Transformational Leadership Council.

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Even with a wealth of webinars, teleclasses, workshops and other tools advising everyone how to live the life of their dreams, why do so many still struggle to feel successful? Just having a map in your hands doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that you will get to your destination. Understanding your fears and limiting beliefs does not necessarily

give you the ability to overcome them. Humans also have built-in protective mechanisms that often override their efforts to achieve their goals in order to maintain the status quo. While ideas presented in programs and courses to help people achieve success can inspire and motivate positive change, many people get stuck when they have to apply them. In the past, many of the methods used to overcome obstacles to success have been tedious and time consuming, requiring months or years of intense concentration and relentless perseverance.

Why is it so challenging to make the changes necessary to succeed? The mind is divided into two hemispheres. One is responsible for rational, conscious thought and processes ideas sequentially, using language. The other is emotional, and processes ideas simultaneously, using pictures. The emotional, subconscious mind is far more powerful than the rational, conscious mind. It controls about 95 percent of our thoughts and actions and is motivated by the pull of pleasurable rewards and the push of negative emotions. To understand the challenge of change, think of the emotional mind as an elephant and the rational mind as the rider. As long as the elephant doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a strong desire to move in a particular direction, the rider can control the elephant. However, if the direction that the elephant wants to go in is different than what the rider has in mind, the chance of forcing the elephant radically diminishes. The reason that so many people fail to achieve success is that the elephantine subconscious is innately averse to the new action that needs to be taken. To make tasks much easier, the elephant must be motivated to move in a certain direction or, at the very least, remain neutral and not resist the rider. By applying some newer, cuttingedge tools that support change, such as tapping points along the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy meridians, the approach used in the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), it

is not only possible to get the elephant to cease resisting, but can also shave time off the journey to personal power and accomplishment. Tapping can transform the beliefs and emotions that cause self-doubt, self-sabotage, procrastination and other roadblocks. It is being used around the world to help people minimize or eliminate issues as varied as fears, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder, food cravings and chronic pain.

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What do you consider ultimate success? Many people report that after applying my 64 recommended success principles, they have achieved outstanding results in one area of their life, although they didn’t meet their expectations in another. Ultimate success isn’t about having only financial success, yet poor relationships; it’s about having success in all areas of your life. So, as practitioners like my co-author Pamela Bruner, a business success coach and EFT expert, teach the tapping technique, they verbally introduce a powerful success principle and note the resistance people might encounter when trying to implement that principle. This can be done in person or self-administered, as demonstrated on the DVD included in our book, Tapping Into Ultimate Success.

How can we support our goals in everyday life? I’ve learned that few people actually study the principles of success as they relate to life. In college or business school, students are taught management skills that apply to business, but not the skill sets or mindsets needed for success in their personal lives. Students in educational institutions of any kind never learn that they control their life. We all need to understand that the books we read, the TV shows we watch and the social environment we choose to immerse ourselves in all either undermine our success or support it.

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House Happiness Small, Green and Paid For by Lindsey Blomberg

anda Urbanska’s dream home is more cottage than castle. Despite childhood yearnings for sprawling digs with a lavish pool, her concern for the planet’s welfare and a practical approach to finances has led her to a radically different fantasy: a home that is small, green and paid for. Owning a smaller home is a “triple hitter,” says the Harvard graduate and author of The Heart of Simple Living: 7 Paths to a Better Life. “With a smaller home, we can pay off the mortgage quicker, use less furniture and have less space to clean and maintain, heat and cool.” Also, less space effects less consumption—needed more than ever as dwellings have increasingly turned into what Urbanska refers to as suffocating, “sinkholes of stuff, clogging the flow of energy and movement in our lives.” She predicts, “Once we’ve purged our systems of the excess, the focus will be on creating lives that are dynamic and streamlined, where the carbon cost of a thing is weighed along with its price tag, and where the focus is on usability, rather than ownership.” The rise of McMansions as part of a runaway “bigger is better” mentality saw the average American house size surge from 983 square feet in 1950 to 2,521 square feet in 2007, reports the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Due to the 2008 recession, many owners were left with 30

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upside-down mortgages, causing newer homes to be more modest in size. Like the notorious sports utility vehicle (SUV) craze, now faded due to steep gas prices, the McMansion trend is quickly declining. “Today’s entrylevel buyer seems to prefer a far simpler presentation than what had been popular with their parents,” observes Heather McCune, former editor-in-chief of Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler. “I don’t think it would be out of line to characterize it as an anti-McMansion attitude.” Real estate website Trulia.com recently reported that slightly more than half of Americans say that 1,400 to 2,600 square feet would be their ideal home size. According to the NAHB, nine of 10 builders are planning or constructing smaller homes than in the past. In 2010, the average new home size dropped to 2,377 square feet and by 2015, the average newly built home is predicted to measure just 2,140 square feet. Even in more affluent areas, builders are beginning to construct model homes that are one-third smaller than what they were building just a few years ago. “‘Small is beautiful’ is back in vogue,” remarks Andrew Gates, a Sotheby’s International Realty real estate broker in Salisbury, Connecticut. “The simplicity aesthetic is more prevalent after what we’ve been through the past few years.” Savings accrued from the purchase of a more sustainable, lower-impact

home allows reasonable investments toward modern, energy-efficient upgrades like bamboo flooring, water conservation and filtration devices and Energy Star appliances. The National Association of Realtors’ 2010 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers found that nearly 90 percent of buyers considered heating and cooling bills important, and more than 70 percent wanted high-efficiency appliances. “As advocates of energy efficiency, we have been encouraged by a change in home buyers’ and homeowners’ attitudes toward energy efficiency,” says Kateri Callahan, president of the Alliance to Save Energy, a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. With increased energy efficiency comes increased home value; a recent study in The Appraisal Journal indicates that the market value of a home increases by $10 to $25 for every dollar saved on annual fuel bills. Coinciding with smaller single-family living quarters is a boom in multigenerational homes across the country. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, as of 2010, 4.4 million homes held three generations or more under one roof, a 15 percent increase from 3.8 millionplus homes just two years earlier. In multigenerational households, the need for expensive daycare is lessened, while grandparents and adult children can also contribute to household income by paying rent. Urbanska, who resides in North Carolina with her 90-year-old mother and 15-year-old son, says, “I’ve been able to save money on both child and elder care while staying close to Mother in her later years.” The rapid turn toward both financially and environmentally smarter habits looks like it’s here to stay, concludes Michelle Kaufmann, co-author of the acclaimed Prefab Green and a Sausalito, California, architect of eco-friendly homes. She says she is busier than ever, because these concepts are resonating widely. “It’s sad that it took a complete economic meltdown for people to appreciate smaller homes,” she observes, “but at least something good can come from it.” Lindsey Blomberg is a freelance writer in Sarasota, FL.

Lowering Energy Costs Savings Now and Later by Roger Taylor

rate increases. A certified energy auditor can consult services or has partnerships with expertise in these specific fields, providing a peace and comfort that the service provider is endorsed by your auditor. In looking for a certified energy auditor, be sure they address the structure from a whole system approach, with an eye toward maintenance, repair, system replacement and improvement, resulting with all components working together as one efficient package. They should be accredited to conduct home ratings for EPA Energy Star or DOE Challenge

homes and guaranteed savings using the components they recommend. Roger Taylor is the owner of DwellGreen of Dallas, a certified total building performance evaluation and energy auditing company, serving the North Texas area. For a free phone consultation on an existing home or to schedule an on-site consultation, call 214-509-8582 or visit DwellGreen.com/ Dallas. See ad, page 10.

he structure of a building greatly affects its energy costs and efficiency. A poorly insulated building can leak heat in or out, depending on the season, from the walls, windows, doors and roof, driving up energy consumption and taxing the HVAC system and making it work harder to maintain a consistent indoor temperature. Understanding that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cheaper to save energy than to purchase energy, the first step to true savings is to address the conservation of energy, providing a direct cost savings to the energy budget. A good first step is to get an energy audit done by a certified professional energy auditor. An energy auditor will check a number of items including insulation levels, air sealing issues like caulking and sealing needs around windows, doors, can-style lighting and plumbing, leaks in heating ducts, and attic issues leading to energy loss. The second step is to improve energy efficiency of devices in the home including LED or CFL lighting, appliances, HVAC and water heaters. An auditor can install an eMonitor which is an excellent tool to monitor and track individual circuits in the home, providing insight on the devices that consume the most energy, understanding replacement savings up-front. Once conservation measures have been addressed and improvements implemented, the next step is toward a zero-energy home which may include renewable energy and water solutions such as PV solar, geothermal, solar hot water and rain water collection. These applications have an immediate returnon-investment, lowering dependency on utility providers and future energy natural awakenings

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organic and gluten-free. Also, FeverTree mixers (tonic water, bitter lemon, ginger ale and ginger beer) are all natural—again, not all sugar free—and amazing. Organic or fresh-squeezed fruit juices also make good mixers. Monin has a sugar-free pomegranate syrup that can substitute for grenadine.”

Gluten-Free Spirits, Wine and Beer

HOLIDAY CHEER Special Drinks Help Make a Party Memorable by Judith Fertig

Musician Dave Matthews’ Spirits and the his year, glassWoodinville Whises of choice Dreaming Tree wines of key Company.” holiday cheer Sonoma County, California, might help everyone feel jollier the mornOrganic tout lighter bottles for a ing after, as well as smaller carbon footprint, Wines and during festive getBubbly togethers. As party labels made of 100 percent “Much like spirits,” hosts or guests, we Rathbun says, “you recycled paper and can stock or bring may have to do gluten-free beversustainably grown corks. He some research on ages and organic wines and sparspirits, wines, mixers recently partnered with The kling wines, and and cocktails that Wilderness Society. then find the finest avoid sugary syrups organic options to help keep our “fain your area.” Some good choices for la-la” spirit going stronger and longer. organic wines include Nuova Cappel Leave it to award-winning author letta, from Italy’s Piedmont region and A.J. Rathbun, a Seattle-based wine and Snoqualmie wines from Washington spirits expert, to steer us away from State. Also, the Organic Wine Company ingredients that can turn naughty on of San Francisco imports a variety of orthose that are nice. He leads us off with ganically produced French Languedoc some of his favorite beverages. wines. For a sparkling wine, Rathbun suggests La Cantina Pizzolato’s prosecOrganic Spirits co, produced in Italy’s Vento region. In the category of organic spirits, Rathbun likes Square One organic vodka, Organic and Casa Noble tequila and Juniper gin. “Also, if you can find their products,” Low-Sugar Mixers he advises, “great organic and sustainKeeping the artificial ingredients to a ably made spirit-makers from the state of minimum in mixers is important, too. “I Washington include Bainbridge Organic strongly suggest Rachel’s Ginger Beer,” Distillery, Side Track Distillery, Sound says Rathbun. “It’s not sugar-free, but is 32

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Rathbun found that small-batch distillers that use local and organic ingredients assure customers that they’re getting the real thing, with no unwanted extras. Koval, in Chicago, for instance, offers a naturally gluten-free millet whiskey that’s distilled from organic grain, and then aged in oak barrels made in Minnesota, deemed free of even trace amounts of gluten. Other gluten-free alcoholic beverages can include wines, vodka, tequila, brandy, bourbon and scotch. By contacting the maker or company directly, gluten-free fans can find out more about their beverage of choice. Captain Morgan’s spiced rum, for example, which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau permit to be designated as glutenfree, is not labeled as such on the bottle. Gluten-free beers are appropriately labeled and include Sapporo, a Japanese beer brewed from rice; Green’s, a British beer made from a blend of sorghum, buckwheat, millet and brown rice; and O’Brien’s, an Australian beer using a blend of sorghum, millet and rice. Gluten-free beer lovers can also check locally for micro-brewed options.

Crafting a Holiday Cocktail

Signature cocktails have become a holiday specialty of Andrea Currie, who recently appeared on the Discovery Channel’s Craft Wars. “A cocktail is kind of like a dessert,” says the San Diego, California, creativity specialist. “You don’t have one every day, and when you do have one, you want it to be really, really good.” Moreover, she adds, “When you make cocktails by hand, you get to control the ingredients.” Currie blogs and crafts at Hand MakeMyDay.com, with her husband, Cliff. His becoming gluten-free three years ago prompted her to develop her

gluten-free Mistletoe Mojito, using rum distilled from sugar cane, rather than grain. Pear juice, fresh strawberries and mint combine for a fresh-tasting and festive concoction. Signature cocktails can build excitement for holiday get-togethers, notes Rathbun. “Plan on serving only two or three signature drinks, plus having wine, beer and a nice non-

alcoholic option,” he suggests. “If you start mentioning these drinks on the invitations to whet people’s appetites, you give your celebration more personality from the get-go and help ensure a memorable holiday party.” Award-winning cookbook author Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

FESTIVE BEVERAGE RECIPES Tiziano

“The best, and most simple, way to have better cocktails is to use fresh juice,” says author A.J. Rathbun. This recipe is adapted from his Champagne Cocktails. Yields 4 servings

3 oz (two jiggers) spiced rum 4 oz (1/2 cup) pear juice or nectar Ice for cocktail glasses Splash of carbonated lemon-lime beverage Slices of fresh pear and mint sprigs for garnish

6 oz (4 jiggers) white grape juice, preferably organic Chilled prosecco, preferably organic Frozen green or red grapes, preferably organic

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint and strawberries with rum, using a wooden muddler or a wooden spoon.

1. Pour 1½ oz (1 jigger) of the grape juice into each of four flute glasses.

3. Pour into cocktail glasses filled with ice and add a splash of carbonated lemon-lime beverage.

2. Fill glasses almost to the top with prosecco. Carefully drop one or two grapes into each glass and serve. Variation: Change the white grape juice to strawberry juice or strawberry purée and garnish with a fresh (not frozen) strawberry instead of a grape, to transform this into a Rossini.

Gluten-Free Mistletoe Mojitos

Andrea Currie developed this signature holiday cocktail for gluten-free celebrants. Currie recommends using natural pear juice, found bottled at health food markets. Yields 2 servings 3 large mint leaves 2 fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered

2. Add the pear juice and shake.

Organic Royale

Chicago’s Koval distillery advises that if kobuso juice, made from a Japanese citrus, isn’t available, just squeeze in a little fresh lemon juice to taste. Yields 1 serving 4 oz chilled organic hard cider 1 /2 oz chilled Koval Organic Chrysanthemum-Honey Liqueur 1 /2 oz chilled Yakami Orchard Single Orchard Kobuso Juice 5 drops bitters 1. In a chilled champagne flute, combine the chilled chrysanthemum-honey liqueur and the chilled kobuso juice, then top if off with hard cider. 2. Add drops of some favorite bitters. 3. Stir and serve. natural awakenings

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KIDS Hands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind, Body and Spirit by Judith Fertig

ids’ active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically, mentally, emotionally and socially—whether they are painting, drawing, shaping pottery, performing in plays or musicals, dancing, storytelling, or making music. Studies culled by educators at Arizona’s Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts confirm the multiple benefits, ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure. Yet, with shrinking school budgets, cutting back on what are considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take, explains Anne Bryant, Ph.D., executive director of the National School Boards Association. Communities, in turn, must find new ways to counter this new financial reality. For example, an elementary school music or art teacher, once devoted to a single school, now may have to travel to several throughout a district. “Schools are under so much pressure due to dwindling resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that 34

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sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes instead,” says Susan Tate, a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansas’ Lawrence Arts Center. Add in our digital culture—where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting device—and domestic situations in which busy parents aren’t keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies, and the result is, “These days, kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at home,” adds Tate. At young ages, children are likely to be more passive than active learners, says Sharon Burch, a music educator in Mystic, Iowa. They may listen, for example, to whatever tunes their parents play, instead of simpler, more age-appropriate songs. Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents, as well as in music classrooms. Fortunately, communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and crafts programs. Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents, grandparents and caregivers to do along with the kids.

Developing Mental Abilities

“Current studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brain,” Burch says. By active, she means physically tapping out a rhythm with sticks, singing a song, dancing to a beat, marching, playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate, physical movement. “To really light up the brain, you have to do something, not just passively listen.” Making music helps kids think, create, reason and express themselves, adds Burch. Practicing the art of simple storytelling, as well as having adults regularly reading children’s literature with youngsters, can also have a profound impact. A 2003 study published in the American Educator, based on exhaustive research by Ph.D. psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart, showed that by age 4, a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels. Those growing up in a household of educated, professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1,500 more per hour) during these early years—and thus have a greater vocabulary—than those from welfare families. The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback. They discovered a direct correla-

tion between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement. Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interaction—more storytelling, reading and parent-child discussions—that typically takes place in more affluent households.

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Grounded in Gratitude Embrace Every Gift Because Each Blessing Counts

Firing Imagination

“Our culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesn’t tap into the vastness of a child’s imagination,” observes Anne Austin Pearce, assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missouri’s Rockhurst University. Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling. “Also, there’s pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser, but art is not quantifiable in that way; art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they can’t do any other way. “When kids are drawing, they often talk as they are doing it,” she says. “You can then engage in a different kind of conversation with kids, just letting things happen and asking open questions. Kids tell their own stories.”

Confidence-Building

Kids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as dance, playing an instrument or acting in a play, “... will have an edge up that’s so critical as an adult,” concludes Verneda Edwards, executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District, near Kansas City. “Kids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts, they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform. That builds increasing confidence.” Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle. blogspot. com.

by Frank Jude Boccio

n counting our daily blessings, we find that even uneventful or difficult days possess precious gifts. Consider all the contributions that make it possible for family members to gather for the holidays—the workers that helped construct and maintain the vehicles that brought us here, the house where we come together and the trees that light the fireplace. Consider the food that nourishes us, thanks to the Sun’s energy, Earth’s minerals and rain and the labor of the farmers, processors, truckers, retailers and cooks. Whether or not the holidays fulfill our expectations, we have much for which to be grateful. As the Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh points out, every blessing is the gift of the whole universe. When we stop and really look, we see that we are supported continuously in countless ways. Author Roger L’Estrange noted in the 17th century how humans tended to “mistake the gratuitous blessings of heaven for the fruits of our own industry.” We awaken when the alarm goes off due to the skill of the technology’s engineers, designers, assembly workers, distributors and salespeople. We can turn on the light because power company workers are supplying the electricity. Our morning spiritual practice is the gift of generations of teachers and writers that observed the truth and shared what they learned. It feels good to be bowled over by each

moment of grace and the simplest act of kindness. Such gratitude flows when we break out of a petty point of view— with its self-centered expectations and demands—to appreciate that through the labors, intentions and existence of an inconceivably large number of other people, life forms and elements, we have been given the miracle of life, with all its present goodness. This heightened awareness of our connection spontaneously fills us with a joy and gratitude that transforms our experience. Thankfully, gratitude can be cultivated. It simply takes practice in being present to what is being given. It helps to remain aware of some of the most pernicious obstacles to thankfulness, and one of the most obvious is the failure to notice what we have, including a roof over our head and someone to love. As Joni Mitchell sang, “You don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone.” So the first step is to start paying attention to gifts that have always been there, but until now went unnoticed and unappreciated. We are rich in what counts and never truly alone, because we are always supported by the universe. The 13th-century mystic Meister Eckhart counseled, “If the only prayer you said in your whole life was, ‘Thank you,’ that would suffice.” Frank Jude Boccio is the author of Mindfulness Yoga (MindfulnessYoga.net).

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Minimalist Running Basics Class – 7-8:30pm. Learn what Minimalist Running is all about, the gear, and ideas on how to get started. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. 972-985-2241.

History Explorers: Flight – 4pm. November is National Aviation Month and we will celebrate by learning about the history of man trying to fly. Will read about the Wright Brothers and build and test different paper flying machines of our own. Best for ages 6-8. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Alternative Energy & Transportation (AltCar) Expo – Nov 2 & 3. Bringing together a variety of alternative fuels and advanced technologies. Nov 2 for fleet management professionals. Nov 3 open to the public. See vehicles powered by biodiesel, ethanol, electricity, hydrogen, natural gas and propane. Hybrids and idle-reduction technology also on display. Plano Convention Centre, 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano. More info: Nctcog.org/CleanCities. Romanian Food Festival – Nov 2-4. Food, folk dances as well as activities and entertainment, including traditional music, sporting exhibitions, arts and crafts and a kids’ corner. $5/adults, $3/ children 6-12. Saint Mary’s Romanian Orthodox Church, 3801 Glade Rd, Colleyville. 817-858-0801. RomanianFestival-Dallas.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 5K Foam Fest – Combines the fun of a mud run with foam and watery obstacles, like running through a giant car wash. The 3.1-mile race open to ages 12 years and older, with assigned start times from 9am-12pm. Double D Ranch, 12809 Eastgate Dr, Mesquite. For more info & to register: 5KFoamFest.com. Women Cyclist: Bagels, Bikes, and Basics – Bicycles Inc. presents the 1st Women’s Bicycle Basics Clinic. The clinic will cover what to wear, proper nutrition, having the right tools for repairs and how to use them, and how to fix flats. Bring your front wheel. There will be free swag, free food, and free information. Bicycles Inc. Hurst, 43 E Harwood Rd, Hurst. 817-268-6572. More info: DORBA.org. Bird Walk – 8-11am. Bring binoculars and field guides if have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls. Can expect about 30+ species. All ages welcome. Connemara

5K Foam Fest, in Mesquite: Nov. 3 Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. ConnemaraConservancy.org. International Gaming Day – 10am-5pm. Celebrate International Gaming Day with a library full of gaming options. From challenging board games, chess, card and video games, to painting miniatures for miniature strategic/war gaming, there will be games to keep everyone challenged and entertained. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Holistic Healing Techniques – 1-4pm. Learn the different techniques to help you heal and energize your body. This will be a hands-on workshop. Shambhala Wellness, 215 E University Dr, Denton. Johanna Oosterwijk: 940-440-9791, 940-380-8728.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Peak Performance Yoga Open House – 9-11am. Peak Performance Yoga will be having an open house, to celebrate the grand opening of our brand new yoga studio. Come and see our beautiful studio and take advantage of our promotional discounts. These discounts will only be available on this day, so come see us and save. Free. Peak Performance Yoga, 26743 US Hwy 380, Ste 100, Aubrey. Rhiannon Forsythe: 972-347-3400.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Bokashi Composting – 7-8pm. Learn how to recycle your food waste into food for the soil. Davis Library, Bldg B, 7501 Independence Pkwy, Plano. More info: LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Texas Stampede – Nov 9-10. 10am-10pm, festival & marketplace; 7:30pm, rodeo. Benefits children’s charities in North Texas. Each of the rodeos include top athletes competing. Activities include the Texas Stampede Christmas Marketplace, the Western Heritage display area and an art and photography contest. Also included is a kid-friendly Rodeo U, a kid’s interactive area. Allen Event Center, 200 E Stacy Rd, Allen. 214-520-8874. TexasStampede.org. Titanic Remembered – 4pm. Want to learn more about the sinking of the Titanic? Explore the fate of the RMS Titanic with hands-on activities such as iceberg navigation, Morse code, and ship-inspired crafts. Ages 6-12. Emily Fowler Library, 502 Oakland St, Denton. Supplies limited, register: 940-349-8752.

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The Arbor Day Run 5k/10k and Hike – 8:30am. The perfect way for your family to enjoy Oak Point Park, surrounded by picturesque trees. Join The Plano Parks Foundation who raises money to support the many park projects in the City of Plano. Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve, 2801 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano. 214-339-7867. Cost & registration info: ArborDayRun.com.

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Bike Maintenance Basics – 7-8:30pm. Routine maintenance on your bike can keep you riding smooth and prolong the life of your bike. Join an introductory class designed to help you take care of your bike. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. 972-985-2241.

Gong Meditation – 7-8:30pm. The gong Kenny plays is tuned to 172 hertz, which is the frequency at which the Earth rotates in our solar system. The gong has a wonderful grounding and reaffirming energy to it. Shambhala Wellness, 215 E University Dr, Denton. Johanna Oosterwijk: 940-440-9791.

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Weston A. Price Chapter Meeting – 6-7:30pm. Tired of confusing nutrition “trends?” Learn how to prepare and eat traditional foods like our ancestors. Everyone welcome, you don’t have to be a member to attend chapter meetings. Free. HealthWorks: A Creating Wellness Center, 2317 Coit Rd, Ste B, Plano. Register, Shari Miles: 972-612-1800.

Stop Binge & Over Eating – Mondays, 6:308:30pm. Diets do not work but lifestyles do. In 9 short weeks, get the tools to change your life and live free from disordered eating and body image struggles. Held at Frisco Counseling and Wellness, 6842 Lebanon Rd, Ste 103 Frisco. More info & to register: 972-380-1842.

Amazing YA Book Club: Vampires – 7pm. All grownup but still love reading young adult books? Join us to discuss YA books with other adult fans. Emily Fowler Library, 502 Oakland St, Denton. Info, Stacey Irish-Keffer: 940-349-8718.

Middle School Tour – 11:45am-2:30pm. Women in the Environment is hosting is this tour of the only net-zero energy school in Texas and the largest net-zero energy school in the U.S. All visitors must bring valid photo ID. Lunch meet at Spring Creek Barbeque, 3514 W Airport Frwy, Irving; Tour at 1:15pm meet at Lady Bird Johnson Middle School, 3601 Pioneer Dr, Irving. For more info, Fran Witte: 972-742-2296. WomenInTheEnvironment.org.

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5K Warrior Dash – 9am. One of the ultimate events

for thrill-seeking athletes. Course comprised of 12 intense and grueling obstacles, including teetering traverse, rubber ricochet, road rage, muddy mayhem, Normandy military crawl and warrior roast. Rusty’s Walnut Creek Ranch, 394 Pleasant Chapel Rd, Cedar Creek. More info: WarriorDash.com.

and human population growth. With Dallas Sierra Club. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Dallas. Kirk Miller: 972-699-1687.

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DORBA Beginner Clinic – 9:30am. Includes “classroom” time, a mini-skills workshop, and then a ride of an hour or more. Rowlett Creek Preserve, meet at the Gazebo. More info: DORBA.org.

It’s a Girl Thing – 4pm. From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg. A mother-daughter book club. Best for girls ages 10-13. Denton Public Library, South Branch, 3228 Teasley Ln, Denton. 940-349-8752.

Small Mammals of the Southern Great Plains – 10-11:30am. Jessica Healy, Assistant Professor of Biology and Mammologist with the the Austin College Department of Biology, will present on Small Mammals of the Southern Great Plains. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. 903-786-2826. FriendsOfHagerman.com.

Science Explorers: Food – 4pm. November is the perfect month to start thinking about our taste buds, and the kitchen is the perfect place to start learning about chemistry. Learn about our tongues, and perform simple experiments. Best for ages 6-8. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752.

Woohoo for Owls – 10-11:30am. Owls will be the topic for November, what a hoot. For ages 4-10, parents please accompany youngsters age 6 and younger. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. Reservations needed: 903-786-2826. Denton Water Walk – 10am. Walk and help raise $5,000 which will be donated through Charity: Water to help the town of Rulindo, Rwanda get the water well they so desperately need. Bring some empty milk jugs or buckets and meet at the Denton Square and join us as we walk approximately 4.5-miles round trip to South Lakes park and back to collect water from the lake. This journey is representative of the distance the average Rwandan woman must travel at least once a day to collect fresh water. $20 suggested donation. MyCharityWater. org/DentonWaterWalk4. Facebook: 4th Annual Denton Water Walk. Arbor Day – 10am-12pm. Proclamation by Mayor Phil Dyer at 10:30am. Tree City USA re-dedication. Dedication and planting of the Arbor Day tree. Live music, crafts for kids, vendors. Free. Bob Woodruff Park North. More info: PlanoParks.org. Nature Photo Club Meeting – 12:30-2pm. Club meets bi-monthly. Open to any photographer who is interested in nature photography, regardless of experience level or type of photo equipment. Meetings offer a technical program and opportunity for photo sharing. Theme for photo sharing for November: “Artistic.” Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. More info: 903-7862826 or FOHPhotoClub@gmail.com. A Mountain Bike Challenge – 1-3pm. Benefiting the Greyhound Adoption League of Texas. Most laps in a 2 hour time frame and fastest lap will get you an awesome basket filled with bike and dog swag. A

Arbor Day Run, in Plano: Nov. 10 $15 donation to GALT is asked to enter the challenge. Held at the LBH DOBRA Trail, Irving. More info & to register: Galtx.org/store/index.php/item_655.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Connemara Meadow Preserve Open House – 1-5pm. Experience what makes this natural oasis in the middle of suburbia so special, and always surprising. Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. ConnemaraConservancy.org. Take A Kid Mountain Biking – 2-5pm. Bring out the kids and their bikes. Includes a bike inspection and skills clinic; followed by the ride and a cookout afterward. After the cookout there will be a prize raffle and every kid will receive something for their participation. Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve, Garland. Richardson Bike Mart: 972-231-3993. Astronomy Walk – 9-11pm. Join Clyde Camp for a Nightwalk and Astronomy nearest the New Moon. Appropriate footwear is a must. This is an inappropriate walk for young children. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. Connemara Conservancy.org.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Teen Advisory Board – 6:30-8pm. Help plan and run library programs. Write reviews, make book trailers, work on service related projects, earn community service hours for school and more. For teens grades 6-12. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. Juli Gonzalez: 940-349-8741. Hiking & Population Growth – 7-8:30pm. Presentations on Wyoming’s Wind River Mountains and interrelationships between environmental degradation

6-7:30pm, Free The Emotional Freedom Technique, or EFT, is the psychological acupressure technique I routinely use in my practice and most highly recommend to optimize your emotional health. HealthWorks: A Creating Wellness Center, 2317 Coit Rd, Ste B, Plano. Register with Shari Miles: 972-612-1800

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Dallas DownRiver Club Meeting – 7pm. Canoeing, kayaking and rafting club. Roma’s, 7402 Greenville Ave, Dallas. 214-373-0500. More info, Dale Harris: 972-680-2727 or Dale_Harris@sbcglobal.net.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Thanksgiving StoryTime – 10am, South Branch; 11am, North Branch. We will talk turkey and give thanks at this StoryTime filled with turkey books, songs and rhymes. Our puppet friends will join in the fun, too. For ages 1-5. North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton; South Branch, 3228 Teasley Ln, Denton. 940-349-8752.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Family Camping – A great, family friendly camping opportunity. All camping equipment need for the weekend included; food and other supplies not

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included. $65/family (up to 6). Dinosaur Valley State Park. Register: 512-389-8903. Habitat Walk – 9-11am. Join Texas Master Naturalist and Environmental Scientist, Rich Jaynes, to explore and understand the management plans for the four habitat areas of the Connemara Meadow Preserve. All ages welcome. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. ConnemaraConservancy.org. The Science of Composting – 9:30-10:30am. By composting we can reduce the amount of waste we send to the landfill. learn how you can compost in your own backyard. Free. Central Market, 10720 Preston Rd, Dallas. Space limited, register: 214-670-4475. 34th Annual Christmas Crafts Fair – Nov 17 & 18. 10am-5pm, Sat; 12-5pm, Sun. More than 80 booths will offer handmade holiday decorations and gifts including a large selection of Santas, angels, tree skirts, ornaments and wreaths. Jewelry and clothing for adults and children will also be available. Admission free. Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Rd, Plano. PlanoParks.org. High on the Hawg – 5:30-8pm. Eat local. Enjoy a wild hog BBQ dinner with all the trimmings. Friend and Fund Raiser for the Friends of Hagerman. $10/person, $5/age 12 & under. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. 903-786-2826.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Thanksgiving StoryTime – 11am. We will talk turkey and give thanks at this StoryTime filled with turkey books, songs and rhymes. Our puppet friends will join in the fun, too. For ages 1-5. Emily Fowler Library, 502 Oakland St, Denton. 940-349-8752.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 North Texas Turkey Trot – 5K/1M. A North Dallas favorite. Location TBD. More info: NorthTexasTurkeyTrot.com. Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot – 7am, registration; 9am, run. Multi-event race. A scenic 5K course and a fairly flat but challenging 8-mile course that extends through historic Oak Cliff. Family-

friendly activities throughout the event. Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla St, Dallas City Hall Plaza. 214-954-0500. To register: TheTrot.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Dickens of a Christmas Festival – Nov 23-25. Features horse-drawn carriages, strolling carolers, visits with Santa Claus and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Certified 10K/5K runs will be held Nov 24, benefitting the Head Start program of McKinney ISD. Admission free. 111 N Tennessee St, McKinney. For more info: 972-547-7500 or DowntownMcKinney.org. Homestead Fair – Nov 23-25. 9am-9pm, Fri & Sat; 12-5pm, Sun. Exposition of fine crafts and heirloom skills. Fun and educational festival with activities for the entire family. Make-your-own activities, music, craft demonstrations, a working homestead, and more. $7/vehicle parking fee advance; $10/vehicle parking fee day of; no admission fee. Homestead Craft Village at Brazos de Dios, 608 Dry Creek Rd, Waco. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 254-754-9600. HomesteadCraftFair.com. Parade of Lights: The Wonder of It All – 2pm; 6pm parade. Parade features more than 100 LED illuminated entries and a half-million lights. Holiday Fun Zone includes children’s holiday craft-making, entertainment and food. Also horse-drawn carriages, marching bands, strolling carolers, classic antique cars and much more. Free. Belknap & Throckmorton St, Fort Worth. More info: FortWorthParadeofLights.org.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Talking Stick Workshop – 11am-4pm. Select and make your own talking stick. What is it? How, when and where do you use it? Sticks, stones, feathers, paint, leather and knowledge provided. RSVP by Nov 20. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. For more info, Silverhawk: 214-2889935. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Nutrition, Stress & The Holidays – 12pm. Learn tips for surviving the holidays. We will share our gluten-free and allergen-free holiday recipes that are not only tasty but nutritious. Free, but space limited. Kotsanis Institute, 2260 Pool Rd, Grapevine. Register & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 817-591-0260.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Parent Information Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Join us for an informational seminar regarding the Brain Balance approach to helping children with ongoing struggles with academic, social, and/or behavioral issues. We will address our comprehensive assessment and why we are able to determine the cause of your child’s issues. We will also discuss our holistic approach to developing the underlying weaknesses through sensory, cognitive and nutritional methods. Brain Balance of Plano, 1501 Preston Rd, Plano. Please RSVP: 972-248-9482.

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Mother Goose by Jackie Mellor-Guin Fridays, 7:30pm; Saturdays, 2:30pm & 7:30pm; Sundays, 1:30pm & 4:30pm. In the style of British melodrama (pantos). The fairytale is told with wacky characters, songs, dances and corny jokes that encourage audience participation through interaction with the characters on stage. Held at The Cox Building Playhouse, 1517 H Ave, Plano More info & tickets: 972-490-4202, Theatre-Britain.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 AKC All-Breed Dog Show: Lone Star State Classic – Dec 6-9. Hosted by The Kennel Clubs of Greater Collin, Texas and Trinity Valley. Features all-breed shows by club, with the judging of nearly 2,000 dogs. Other activities include booths of pet supplies and accessories, art, jewelry, handmade crafts; visit with breeders and dog rescue clubs and more. $8/ adults, $5/children 5-12, free/children under 5. Free parking. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Fwy, Dallas. LoneStarStateClassic.com. Bike Maintenance Basics – 7-8:30pm. Routine maintenance on your bike can keep you riding smooth and prolong the life of your bike. Join an introductory class designed to help you take care of your bike. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. 972-985-2241.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Prayer Circle – 11am. Come and join The Many Faces People in prayer for Mother Earth, and all therein contained, which of course, is everyone and everything. RSVP by Dec 1. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. For more info, Silverhawk: 214288-9935. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Neurotransmitters and Emotional Health: Addictions, Compulsions and Cravings – 12pm. Need help preventing last minute holiday stress? Learn about nutrients that will support your brain and immune system during the busy holiday season. Free, but space limited. Kotsanis Institute, 2260 Pool Rd, Grapevine. Register & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 817-591-0260.

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Dickens in Historic Downtown Plano – 6-10pm; 7pm, tree lighting. Come enjoy the festivities of the season with carolers, music on multiple stages and a visit with Santa. Delight in great shopping, food, hand bell choirs and a variety of other wonderful entertainment that includes performances by area

End of the Year Ceremony – 11am. End of Year ceremony, good, bad, indifferent goodbye to 2012, Hello to 2013. RSVP by Dec 22. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. For more info, Silverhawk: 214-288-9935. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

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Pathfinders Fun Cycling – A free, non-competitive riding group for all cycling skill levels. Short, weekly bicycle rides for the purpose of fun and exercise. All rides held on the weekend, less than 20 miles and include a food destination and a “no rider left behind” policy. Routes and destinations change each week. For more info: Facebook.com/ CycleHighlandVillage.

5K Training – Join our 9-to-5 program and walk/ run a 5k in 9 weeks. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings. All Luke’s Locker locations: LukesLocker.com. Adventure Guides & Princesses – A father-child program for grades K-3 designed to help foster a lifetime of understanding, relationship strengthening and companionship between father and child. $27/YMCA Family Members, $67/Community Members. Frisco Family YMCA, 3415 Main St, Frisco. Mark Hull: 972-335-3222 or MHull@ YMCADallas.org. Afternoon Adventure Club – Thru Nov 24. Kids in kindergarten through third grade hear a story and learn about something new. Then, get a chance to create a craft or conduct an experiment. Free. Hands-on workshop offered weekly at each library location as follows: Tues, 4pm at Emily Fowler Central Library; 3:30pm at South Branch Library. For details: 940-349-8718. Colleyville Farmers’ Market Box Program – A weekly offering of fresh, USDA-certified organic fruits and vegetables traceable from farm to the fork. Menu listing changes weekly. Order by Wed morning and pick up at the Colleyville Farmers’ Market Fri afternoon. 5409 Colleyville Blvd, Colleyville. 817-427-2333. ColleyvilleFarmersMarket.com. Denton Rugby – We are always looking for new recruits in Dallas Fort Worth Area. Email for more info about how to join. Currently we have players that live in Lewisville, Flower Mound, Keller, Southlake, Frisco and many others. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings to Jason Millerd: JMillerd@TWU.edu. Discovery Classes – Mon-Sat. Times vary by age, 4mo-3yrs. Teaches motor skills, develops coordination and body control, and builds self-confidence and body strength. A Parent/Tot program that allows parents to help their child discover movements with music, games, and gymnastics. Achievers Gymnastics, 3014 S I-35 E, Denton. 940-484-4900.

Live Animals of the World: A Conservation Exhibit – Encourages visitors to take a role in conserving nature. Native and non-native animals. $9/adults, $6/children 3-12 & seniors, free/children under 2. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. HeardMuseum.org.

Turkey Trot: Nov. 22 Faces of Classical Music Photography Exhibition – Thru Jan 27. Photographs of classical musicians from across the United States, photographed by Carrollton resident William McEwen. Free. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving. 972252-7558. Fall Dairy Tours – Thru Dec. By appointment. Tour includes a presentation on how and what cows are fed, the benefits of grass-crop based feed (silage), the difference between raw and pasteurized milk and more. Everyone gets samples of milk and treat bags for the kids. $5/person over 2 yrs of age. Circle N Family Dairy, 2074 CR 446, Gainesville. Michelle Neu: 940-372-0343. First Aid Classes, CPR & Babysitter Training – Various days. Monthly at various branches. For specific info on cost, space availability, times: YMCADallas.org. Hands-On Learning through Camp Tonkawa Field Trips – 9:30am-2:30pm. For your school/homeschool group. Field trips available: Wilderness Survival/Nature Connection, Native American Indians, Nature in Art, Birds, Birds, Birds, Texas Wildlife or Seasonal Nature Awareness, Arbor Day. Most field trips: $15/person; Wilderness Survival: $20/ person. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. Pre-registration required

Performance Enhancement Training – Demo by appt. Experience Interactive Metronome (IM) training first hand. IM is used for those with learning differences, serious athletes looking to improve their game, and adults looking to improve their dayto-day performance. Free. Available 8:30am-5pm, M-F at Willow Bend Academy, 2220 Coit Rd, Ste 500, Plano, 972-599-7882; 8:30am-5pm, M-F at Willow Bend Academy, 101 E Southwest Pkwy, Ste 101, Lewisville, 972-436-3839. WillowBend Academy.com. Texas Renaissance Festival – Thru Nov 25, weekends. Each weekend has a different 16th-century theme. Includes entertainment, human-powered rides, and vendor shops. 21778 FM1774, Plantersville. For times, more info & discounted tickets: 800-458-3435 or TexRenFest.com. Yoga – We offer different yoga classes 7 days a week. Vinyasa yoga, Power yoga, Beginners yoga, Kundalini yoga, Prenatal yoga, and Mommy and Me yoga. Shambhala Wellness Center, 215 E University Dr, Denton. Johanna Oosterwijk: 940-380-8728.

sunday Sunday Morning Rides – Various start times and lengths. Richardson Bikemart, Southeast corner of Campbell Rd & Coit Rd, in the front parking lot. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972231-3993. Sunday Morning Bike Rides – 7:30am. Pace is 14mph to 16mph for approximately 20 miles. Free.

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performance on a stage with an engaged and supportive audience. Performers sign up to show off their skills in a 5-min time slot, which we film and share with the performer to help hone their craft. After variety show, practice any and all types of performing art. $5 cover, 21+. House of Poets, 580 W Arapaho Rd, Ste 199, Richardson. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-494-0952.

CK Sports, 8880 State Hwy 121, Ste 164, McKinney. For details & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-383-0088. Visit the Cats – 11am-6pm, Sun & Sat. A selfguided tour to learn about the animals that call InSync home. Helpful volunteers available to answer any questions. $10/adult, $7/senior (65+), $7/child (4-12), free/under 4. In-Sync Exotics, 3430 Skyview Dr, Wylie. 972-442-6888. InSyncExotics.com. Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group – 2-3pm. 3rd Sun. Get info on local resources, education and support. Open to anyone whose loved one may be affected by dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Autumn Leaves of McKinney, 175 Plateau Dr, McKinney. 972-542-0606. ZSmith@AutumnLeavesLiving.com. Free Yoga – 3-4pm. 2nd Sun. All welcome. Inspire Yoga Studio, 1401 Shoal Creek, Ste 268, Highland Village. 972-505-9764. Primitive Survival Club – 3-6pm. Last Sun. Includes: learning of survival skills, fellowship of people of like interests, service back to the camp, nature connecting afternoon. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, 1036 County Rd, Collinsville. Cost/info & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 940-440-8382. Transition Dallas Meeting – 6pm. 4th Sun. A group of people interested in learning to live resiliently and sustainably within our neighborhoods. At many of our meetings we have re-skilling sessions, so we can revive the skills that enabled our grandparents to be self-sufficient within their communities. For meeting location & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: TransitionDallas@gmail.com. Sunday Mountain Bike Group Ride – 6pm. Open to all levels. Informal and leaderless. Food, fun and riding. Food served after the riding. Location changes weekly. For details & location: BBishop@ Bikemart.com.

monday Indoor Park – 10-11am. Mon & Fri. The perfect place to bring little ones when it’s cold outside. Ages: up to 5yrs. $9/visit or $44/8 visit punch card. Achievers Gymnastics, 3014 S I-35 E, Denton. 940-484-4900. Massage for Mom –10am-4pm. $10 off any massage for North Texas Natural Awakenings read-

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tuesday 5K Warrior Dash, in Cedar Creek: Nov. 10 ers. One-hour Hot Stone, Swedish or Pregnancy massage, reg. price $55/hr. Massage Space, 7000 Independence Pkwy at Legacy, Plano. Reservations required: 972-612-5363. Overeaters Anonymous – 12pm. Weekly Mon-Fri. A 12-step recovery program for compulsive eating. Prairie Creek Baptist Church, 3201 W 15th St, Plano. 972-238-0333. Yoga Tree: Yoga 101 – 5:15-6:15pm. Discover the joyful practice of yoga. Yoga 101 is the perfect entry point for those who have heard about the benefits of yoga and want to learn more. First class free. Yoga Tree, 1410 Ave K, Ste 1105A, Plano. 972398-YOGA (9642). Beekeeping Meeting – 6:30pm. 2nd Mon. Beginner to experienced keepers welcome, ages 8-80. Free. Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association meets at Heard-Craig Center, 205 W Hunt St, McKinney. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-8438084. CCHBA.org. Monday Night Ride at Arbor Hills – 6:30pm. Bring bike, helmet and light. Meet at the trail head at Arbor Hills. More info: DORBA.org. Native Plant Society Meeting – 7pm. 3rd Mon. Guest speakers on topics related to native plants and habitats. Free. Dallas Chapter Native Plant Society. REI Outdoor Equipment Store, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. 866-527-4918. Open Stage – 7pm-12am. An opportunity to practice

Healthy Eating Tours – 10am & 4pm. Learn how to make healthier choices, using our ANDI scoring system. Learn how to read labels; build menus around plant-based foods low in fat to ensure highly nutrient dense meals. Whole Foods Market, 2201 Preston Rd, Plano. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-612-6729. Sisters Safe Talk – 10-11am. 2nd & 4th Tues. We are a group of women of all ages. We come together as sisters so we can openly and safely share a part of ourselves on this wonderful journey. Free. Shambhala Wellness, 215 E University Dr, Denton. RSVP suggested: 940-380-8728. Dallas Museum of Art – 11am-3pm. 1st Tues. Programming designed specifically for children age 5 and under and their families, but all ages welcome. Art-making activities, story times, performances, and gallery activities. Free. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood St, Dallas. 214-922-1200. Meet and Greet – 12pm. 1st Tues. Come meet our providers. An informal gathering of parents interested in meeting Dr. Deborah Bain and Nurse Practitioners, Christie Potter, CPNP and Jessica Drain, FNP-BC. Also, a time to bring your questions regarding Healthy Kids Pediatrics. Free. Healthy Kids Pediatrics, 4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco. To confirm attendance: 972-294-0808. Twilight Toddler Time – Thru Nov. 6:30pm. 2nd Tues. Bring your toddler (ages 12-24 months) for this evening Toddler Time that promotes literacy, social interaction, and caregiver bonding. Emily Fowler Library, 502 Oakland St, Denton. 940349-8718. Yoga for Runners – 6:45-7:45pm. 20-wk program, less than $8/session. Luke’s Locker, 959 Garden Park Dr, Allen. For details & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 469-854-6244.

joy of community involvement and fellowship while helping make the world a better place. Designed for busy small business owners and professional and works well for the time conscious individual (stay at home mom, student, retiree). Meetings featuring informative speakers and hands-on training are held at local Frisco restaurants. All welcome, ages 18 & up. Free. Buy own lunch if wish to eat. For details, Brandy Miles & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-335-2487 or Brandy@ MarilynKuhlman.com.

Amazing YA Book Club – 7pm. 1st Tues. All grownup but still love reading young adult books? Join us to discuss YA books with other adult fans. Emily Fowler Library, 502 Oakland St, Denton. For titles: 940-349-8718. Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas Meeting – 7pm. 2nd Tues. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. More info: 972-380-4030. HeardMuseum.org. DFW Greenweavers – 7pm. 2nd Tues. Networking for professionals and companies who are greenminded, eco-friendly or wishing to become more so. $1. For location details, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-378-8686. PTAS Chapter Meetings – 7pm, refreshments; 7:30pm, meeting & program. 4th Tues, Sept-Nov & Jan-May. All meetings and other activities open to everyone. PTAS offers interesting programs and wonderful guest speakers at our meetings that bring a great variety of expertise and excitement to the membership. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. Program details: PrairieAndTimbers.org. Public Knowledge – 7pm. 1st Tues. Adults celebrating brains and brews through conversation and presenters from diverse fields in science and history. Different bar or restaurant location each month. For location details: FWMuseum.org/PublicKnowledge. Sierra Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Tues. Monthly lectures. Free. REI Dallas, Guadalupe Peak Rm, 4515 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Dallas. 972-699-1687. Dance, Dance, Dance – 7-9:15pm. Dance hosts available to dance with unescorted ladies. Refreshments served. $5. Plano Senior Recreation Center, 401 W 16th St, Plano. Details: 972-941-7155 or PlanoSeniorCenter.org. North Texas Environment Meetup – 7:30-8:30pm. 1st Tues. Meet other like-minded environmentallyconscious people to discuss environmental issues both on a global and local level. Meetup.com/ Environmentalists. Cirque Out – 8-10pm. A weekly circus-skill enthusiast work out. Work on your hooping, spinning, juggling and general tomfoolery. Nice weather location: The Richardson Civic Center, 411 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson. Bad weather location: The Peace Pipe Hookah Lounge, 580 W Arapaho, Ste 181, Richardson. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-494-0952.

Art History Brown Bag Series – 12:30-1:30pm. 1st Wed. Presented by Annie Royer. A look at the “isms” including cubism, romanticism, modernism and impressionism. How did one “ism” influence the next? How did artists influence and challenge each other? Series will heighten one’s appreciation of art and provide insight into the mind of the artist. Free. Heard-Craig Carriage House located, 205 1/2 W Hunt St, McKinney. 972-569-6909.

Parade of Lights: Nov. 23

wednesday Nature Awareness Club – 9:30am-2:30pm. 2nd Wed &/or Thurs; Club members choose one day each month. Learn about our local North Texas plants and animals, through activities, games, and nature walks. Bring your Nature Journals and pencils. Children 4 & up. $15. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, Inc, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. Pre-registration required, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 940-440-8382. Christian Women Business Networking – 11am1pm. 1st Wed. Fellowship and networking with other professional Christian women, to draw us closer together. We meet monthly over lunch, for prayer, inspiration and a “Spiritual Vitamin.” Prestonwood Country Club, 15909 Preston Rd, Dallas. For reservation & details, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-704-3898. Networking Meeting – 11:30am-1pm. North Dallas Networkers lunchtime networking meeting. Come see one of the best run and most fun networking groups in DFW. $15 includes lunch and a beverage. No charge for the meeting. Membership requirements explained at the meeting. Picasso’s Restaurant, 18160 N Dallas Pkwy, Dallas. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings. Restaurant: 972248-0011. Vicki Knutson: 214-587-3786. Frisco Noon Lions Club – 12-1pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Friendships, fun and fulfilling. Come share the

Tween & Teen Game Day – 3:45-5pm. Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Guitar Hero and many other Wii & Play Station games. Free. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752. Adults with Special Needs Cooking Classes – 6-8pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Call for details. Space limited. $10. Market Street Culinary School, 6100 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney. Reserve spot now & mention Natural Awakenings North Texas: 972-548-5167. Evening Social Runs/Walks – 6:30pm. Post party new restaurant each 6 weeks. All levels welcome. Luke’s Locker, 959 Garden Park Dr, Allen. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 469-854-6244. Organic Society Meeting – 6:30pm, seed & info exchange; 7pm, meeting. 3rd Wed. Denton Organic Society. Denton Senior Center, 509 N Bell Ave, Denton. 940-382-8551. Sport Watch Tech Clinics – 6:30pm. 2nd Wed. Garmin, Polar, Nike, Times, Moto, Soleus. Luke’s Locker, 959 Garden Park Dr, Allen. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 469-854-6244. Teen Anime Club – 6:30pm. 3rd Wed. The Colony Public Library, Conference Rm, 6800 Main St, The Colony. 972-625-1900. Animanga – 6:30-8pm. 3rd Wed. For teens grades 6-12. Watch anime? Read Manga? Draw fan art? Share your love of all things anime/manga. Snacks provided. Free. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752. Bedtime Stories – 7pm. All ages. Come to story

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time prepared for lifelong learning and a barrel of fun. Free ticket at 2nd floor desk. A parent or caregiver must accompany each child. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco. 972-292-5669.

Dallas Pkwy, Ste 111, Inside Ovation Boutiques, Plano. RSVP; class size limited: 214-587-3786. LEDSkinCareCenter.com.

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Running Boot Camp – 6:45-7:45pm. Need a boost in your running performance? Join the CK Sports team for a running boot camp that will help with cross training, strength training to improve your running. Bring a towel/mat, water, running shoes, workout clothes and a willingness to push your limits to get better. $5. CK Sports, 8880 Texas 121, Ste 164, McKinney. Connie Kelley: 214-383-0088.

Free Admission & Wildlife Program – 9am-9pm. 3rd Thurs. Admission and parking free. 7:15pm, Special Program: Saving Our Birds, The work of the Rogers Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 Great Trinity Forest Way, Dallas. 214-309-5801. Lunch Hour Yoga – 11:30am-12:20pm. Class utilizes the Franklin Method and Smart Spine along with various types of yoga for relaxation and rejuvenation. $15. Pilates for Life, 103 W Belmont Dr, Allen. 214-704-3070. CPR Training – 6-8pm. American Heart Training Center with 125 trained instructors. Texas CPR Training, 4013 Carrizo, Plano. 214-770-6872. TexasCPR.com. Dallas Organic Gardening Club – 6:30pm, refreshments; 7pm, meeting. 4th Thurs. Free. REI, 4515 LBJ Freeway, Dallas. DOGC.org. Teen Writers Group – 6:30pm. 3rd Thurs. Join other teen writers to discuss projects, get ideas and suggestions for publication, and for fellowship and fun. Free. The Colony Public Library, Conference Rm, 6800 Main St, The Colony. 972-625-1900 x 3. Fitness in the Square (FITS): Part of Be Fit Frisco – 6:30-7:30pm. A free one-hour exercise class in the courtyard in front of Frisco City Hall. For kids 10+ to adults. Bring water, towel, and appropriate clothing and shoes. The type of workout changes each month. Bring your family and move together. Be Fit Frisco, Frisco City Hall Square, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. 972-292-6501. Thursday Evening Runs – 6:45pm. Join us for an evening run. We offer a 2- or 4-mile option. Run at your pace. Free.CK Sports, 8880 State Hwy 121, Ste 164, McKinney. For details & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-383-0088. Essential Oils Class – 6:45-7:30pm. 3rd Thurs. From Seed to Seal. If you don’t know your seed you don’t know your oil. Learn what the ancients used to remove moles, warts, skin tags, age spots and more. Free. LED Skin Care Center, 3645

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Power Yoga – 6:45-7:45pm. In conjunction with Luke’s Locker Allen, class meets at Allen Yoga Center, 915 Market St, Allen. Details & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 469-854-6244.

Dallas Down-River Club Meeting – 7pm. 3rd Thurs. Canoeing, kayaking and rafting club. Roma’s, 7402 Greenville Ave, Dallas. 214-373-0500. More info, Dale Harris: 972-680-2727 or Dale_Harris@ sbcglobal.net. The Colony History Project Committee – 7pm. 3rd Thurs. Help cultivate and preserve The Colony’s rich history. The Colony Public Library, 6800 Main St, The Colony. 972-625-1900.

Village. 972-505-9764. Free Community Yoga – 6-7pm. 1st Fri. Suitable for all levels. Learn to breathe, relax and renew. Space limited. Free. Transform U Fitness, 1565 W Main St, Lewisville. Pre-registration required: 972-849-9666. Yoga Tree: Drown Your Dog – 6-7pm. Looking for a light-hearted yoga experience? This class incorporates exciting postures and popular music. Following class we gather at one of our neighborhood restaurants to jump-start the weekend. First class free. Yoga Tree, 1410 Ave K, Ste 1105A, Plano. 972-398-YOGA (9642). Crow After Dark – 6pm-12am. 3rd Fri, except Jan & Dec. Enlighten your night and experience Asia after dark. Enjoy music, dance, films, tours, and more. Free. Crow Asian Art Museum, 2010 Flora St, Dallas. 214-979-6430. Acoustic Friday – 7pm. Weekly open jam and song circle. All acoustic instruments and levels welcome. All music genres welcome. Free. Visual Art League Art Gallery, Lewisville. 972-420-9393.

Men’s Only Pilates – 8pm. Class utilizes all the Pilates equipment. $15. Pilates for Life, 103 W Belmont Dr, Allen. 214-704-3070.

Free Community Yoga – 7-8pm. 1st Fri. In the spirit of Friday night, come prepared to let loose and experience amazing yoga styles. Each month will feature different teachers. Open to all levels of experience. Pranaa Ayurveda Spa & Yoga, 4017 Preston Rd, Ste 532, Plano. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-608-0402.

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Open Gym – 7-8:30pm. Enjoy playing in the gym or practicing one’s skills. Ages 7-17. $11/nonmember, $9/member. Achievers Gymnastics, 3014 S I-35 E, Denton. 940-484-4900.

Friday Focus – 8am. Networking opportunities. Enjoy a cup of java and learn more about business community. IHOP in The Colony, Meeting Rm, 4801 State Hwy 121, The Colony. 972-625-8027. Free 15-Min Analysis – 12-1:30pm. Join Elite Performance Chiropractic at CK SPORTS every Friday for a free 15-minute injury analysis and/or massage or kineseology taping. Call for an appointment to guarantee a spot. CK SPORTS, 8880 State Hwy 121, Ste 121, McKinney. 214 383-0088. LEGO Builders Club – 4pm. 3rd Fri. Drop in and get creative by building with the library’s LEGOs. A different theme for each month. Ages 6 & up. Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland, Denton. 940-349-8752. $5 Happy Hour Yoga Class – 4:30-5:30pm. All levels Vinyasa flow class. All welcome. Inspire Yoga Studio, 1401 Shoal Creek, Ste 268, Highland

Live Music – 7-9pm. Live music and delicious treats: blended or hot coffee, delicious hot cocoa, Collin County’s award-winning specialty bakery treats, hand-dipped Blue Bell ice cream, fresh baked cookies, cakes and bakery sweets. Free. For details & to confirm happening, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: Coffee N Cream, 11660 Legacy Dr, Frisco. 214-705-9600. Community Dance – 7-9:30pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Live Music, varied styles. Fun for all ages 21 and up. $5/ person Denton Senior Center, 509 North Bell Ave, Denton. For details & mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 940-349-8720. Square and Round Dance for Fitness and Fun – 7:30pm. 1st & 3rd Fri. Individuals and couples of all ages welcome. Texas Reelers, 820 W Arapaho, Richardson. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-416-2311 or 972-699-0934.

Young Farmers – Thru Dec. 9am-12pm. 2nd Sat. Ages 4-12. To register: CardosFarmProject.com. Free One-Hour Seminars – 10am. Topics: gardening, beekeeping, rainwater collection, goat milking, poultry. Ploughshare Institute for Sustainable Living, 7781 Gholson Rd, Waco. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 254-754-9663. Second Saturday for Youth – 10-11:30am. For youngsters aged 4-10; children 6 & under must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, A/V Classroom, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. Reservations necessary: 903-786-2826. Family Story Time – 10:30am. All ages. Come to story time prepared for lifelong learning and a barrel of fun. Free ticket at 2nd floor desk. A parent or caregiver must accompany each child. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco. 972-292-5669.

Homestead Fair, in Waco: Nov. 23-24

saturday Operation Kindness – 3rd Sat. No Kill animal shelter brings animals for adoption. Weather permitting. Whole Foods Market, outside store, 2201 Preston Rd, Plano. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972-612-6729. Saturday Morning Rides – Various start times and lengths. Richardson Bikemart, Southeast corner of Campbell Rd & Coit Rd, in the front parking lot. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 972231-3993. Small Fry Sports Classes – A skills and developmental sports class for boys and girls ages 3 & 4. Each month offers a different sport which allows children to develop new skills and gain exposure to all sports offered at the Y. Parents participate alongside their child during this fun and active class. $20/YMCA Family Member, $40/everyone else. Frisco Family YMCA, 3415 Main St, Frisco. Trey Gilmore: 214-297-9622. Saturday Morning Bike Rides – 7am. Pace is 15 mph to 22 mph for approximately 25 miles. Free. CK Sports, 8880 State Hwy 121, Ste 164, McKinney. For details, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-383-0088. Bird Walk – Thru May. 8-9:30am. 2nd Sat. With the Heard Museum and Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. Walks begin promptly. Free with regular admission. Heard Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney. HeardMuseum.org. Coppell Farmers’ Market – Nov 3, 10 & 17. 9am-1pm. Seasonal produce for the North Texas area, natural meats and eggs, seafood, organic dairy products, honey, teas, breads, mixes, flowers, plants, and more. Coppell Farmers’ Market, Corner of Bethel & S Coppell rds, Coppell. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: CFM@CoppellCommunityGarden.org. Coppell CommunityGarden.org. Recycling: Electronics – 9-11am. The city of Plano encourages residents to bring all old electronic devices (not being used) to this site for proper disposal. For details, location & mention North Texas edition of Natural Awakenings: 972-769-4150.

Kid’s Fish – 11am-1pm. Ages 4-11. The opportunity to go outside to our pond and do some live fishing (weather permitting). If bad weather will have a scavenger hunt. Free. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, 2501 Bass Pro Dr, Grapevine. 972-724-2018. Parkour Clinic – 11am-1pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. Indoor parkour and free running instructional classes open to all ages and abilities. Learn more challenging techniques in a padded environment. Release of liability waiver is required prior to participating. $15. LIFE Cirque. Elite Champion Gymnastics, 2621 Summit Ave, Ste 300, Plano. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-450-3286. Parkour in the Park – 11am-1pm. 1st & 3rd Sat until it’s too hot. Parkour and free running exhibition and instructional happening open to all ages and abilities. Free. LIFE Cirque. Robert E. Lee Park, 3400 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-450-3286. Visit the Cats – 11am-6pm. See Sun listing. In-Sync Exotics, 3430 Skyview Dr, Wylie. 972-442-6888. InSyncExotics.com. Yoga Tree: Restorative Yoga – 11:30am-12:30pm. Restorative Yoga is an expression of the science of relaxation. Come let our instructors teach you to relax, release, and let go. First class free. Yoga Tree, 1410 Ave K, Ste 1105A, Plano. 972-398YOGA (9642). Homestead Open House – 12-3pm. 3rd Sat. Time subject to change during heat of summer. The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is home to several historic structures, most notably the Minor-Porter Log House, which dates to about 1869. Volunteers on hand to guide visitors through the structures and answer questions in this informal tour. Visitors welcome to arrive at any time during the open hours and tour at their own pace. Regular admission to LLELA: $5/person; free/age 5 & under. No additional charge for tour. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-7980. Kayak down the Elm Fork – 12-3pm. 3rd Sat. Whether have lots of river time under your belt or have never set foot in a kayak, you’re welcome here. Kayak Power provides equipment and instruction followed by a 6-mile trip down the Elm Fork to a shuttle vehicle. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Reservation required: 214-669-1663. Heard Nature Photographers Club – 1:30pm. 2nd Sat. Speakers and discussions. Topics include

how-to and technique discussions and travelogue presentations. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. More info: 972-462-7314. Treblemakers – 2pm. 3rd Sat. An afternoon filled with singing, listening and moving. Music instructor Kim Forguson brings books to life through musiccentered games and activities. Best for ages 6-8. Denton Public Library, North Branch, 600 N Locust St, Denton. 940-349-8752. SpinFest – 3-7pm. 3rd Sat. A free, open event hosted by Creative Motion to explore circus skills with the public. Learn to juggle, hula hoop, or spin poi, staves, or flags. Heights Park Arapaho Rd at Floyd Rd, Richardson. Mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 214-494-0952. Parents Night Out – 6-11pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. Drop the kids off for tons of games. Pizza and drinks served. $15 with pre-registration, $20 at door. Corinth Gymnastics, 1402 N Corinth St, Corinth. Details, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: 940-498-4386. Stargeezer Star Party – 6:30-9:30pm. 1st Sat. Bring the whole family. Star parties begin at sunset, weather permitting. Free. Spring Park, Jonandrea Ln, Garland. TASObserving.org. Live Music – 7-9pm. Live music and delicious treats: blended or hot coffee, delicious hot cocoa, Collin County’s award-winning specialty bakery treats, hand-dipped Blue Bell ice cream, fresh baked cookies, cakes and bakery sweets. Free. For details & to confirm happening, mention North Texas Natural Awakenings: Coffee N Cream, 11660 Legacy Dr, Frisco, 214-705-9600; and 190 E Stacy Rd, Allen. 972-678-2626. Frisco StarFest – Sunset-10:30pm. 2nd Sat. Approximately a dozen telescopes will be set up for your viewing pleasure. Weather permitting. Free. Frisco Commons Park. TASObserving.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE PATTI CAREY, L.AC.

Acupuncture, Herbs & Nutrition 2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Ste 107 Plano 75023 972-704-3730 • PattiCareyLAC.com

SYNERGY BALANCE

Dr. Cecilia Yu, D.C.; NuCCA practitioner 12740 Hillcrest Road, Ste 138, Dallas 75230 972-387-4700 • MySynergyBalance.com

After years in Western medicine, I finally found a way to really help people heal, relieve pain and reduce stress. In my practice I utilize acupuncture (with or without needles), herbal medicine, nutrition and energetics to help you create and maintain the healthy body you deserve. See ad, page 37.

By aligning the first vertebrae through a precise NUCCA adjustment, Dr. Yu eliminates nerve interference from the brain stem. Such interference can manifest itself in any manner including Scoliosis, skin conditions, behavioral disorders, herniated discs or joint problems. Unlike traditional chiropractic, even traditional upper-cervical chiropractic, there is no popping, cracking or twisting and a NUCCA adjustment holds longer which means you return far less often. See ad, page 31.

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COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE

LED SKIN CARE CENTER

3645 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 111, Plano 75093 214-587-3786 • LEDSkinCareCenter.com Inside the Ovation Boutiques on NW corner of Parker and Dallas Tollway. From acne to anti-aging the LED Skin Care Center delivers like no other. Detox, hydration and education bring you clear, healthy, wrinkle and spot free skin. No downtime, pain or recovery. Daily, progressive results from the inside out. See ad, page 42.

ANTIQUE MAPS AND ART PAPERHOUND.COM paperhound.com

Original antique maps and biblical prints from 1595 to 1850. Highresolution digital reproductions are available to those that prefer the art over the investment. See ad, page 27.

CHIROPRACTIC DR. AMY ST. JOHN, D.C., LMT

Serendipity Health & Wellness 3900 W 15th St, Ste 506, Plano 75075 214-801-0741 • SerendipityWellness.net Relieving pain head to toe, whether caused by injury, stress or fatigue. I offer personalized care, private appointments and therapeutic massage. See ad, page 20.

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HEALTHWORKS

2317 Coit Road, Ste B, Plano 75075 972-612-1800 Whole body & lifestyle healthcare rejuvenating your body from the inside out. Comprehensive healthcare— naturally. Visit our website to view our schedule of free workshops. See ad, page 7.

DAIRY CIRCLE N FAMILY DAIRY

Michelle and Tommy Neu 4 Miles West of I-35; on uS 82, Lindsay 76240 940-372-0343 • CircleNDairy.com State-permitted dairy licensed to sell fresh, all natural unprocessed grade A raw milk. Visit us at the farm to learn why our greattasting, fresh, raw milk is a safe and naturally healthier choice for your family. Call us to schedule a tour to see a working family farm and be sure to visit our on-site store for fresh raw white and chocolate milk, cream, free-range eggs and more. See ad, page 41.

DANCE - NIA SHANNON MAIRS

Licensed Nia Black Belt & Teacher/Trainer 469-879-5283 • NiaNow.com/SMairsTX An exciting mix of Dance, Martial and Healing arts, suitable for all levels of ability. See ad, page 6.

DECLUTTERING / ORGANIZING SERVICES THE DECLUTTERBUG

Anita Sisler 339-832-1220 • TheDeclutterbug.biz Affordable, compassionate, respectful decluttering and organizing for your home. Also offering help with making your rooms cozy for holiday guests. Serving the North Texas area. See ad, page 38.

DENTISTRY DENTAL STUDIO OF CARROLLTON Drs. Robert and Sundhya 2005 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton 75010 972-395-0150 • DSofCarrollton.com And 331 W Harwood Rd, Hurst 76054 817-282-4539

Approaching dentistry from a natural, whole body health perspective, we make teeth beautiful, keep them healthy and offer honest education on how balanced structures in the face/mouth can affect your overall health. Serving adults, children and apprehensive clients, at our state-of-the-art facility we offer the cutting-edge "DNA Appliance"; a small device which addresses snoring and sleep apnea, mercury free fillings and crowns, teeth whitening, Clear Braces, TMJ pain and much more. See ad, page 23.

EDUCATION WILLOW BEND ACADEMY

2220 Coit Rd, Ste 500, Plano 75075 972-599-7882 • WillowBendAcademy.com And 101 E. Southwest Pkwy, Ste 101 Lewisville 75067 972-436-3839 • WillowBendAcademy.com SACS accredited educational alternative that offers individualized, mastery-based instruction for grades 4-12. Oncampus and Home Study options. Experienced, Interactive Metronome provider —specialized training that improves neuron-network function and overall day-to-day performance.

ENERGY AUDITING DWELLGREEN OF DALLAS

Roger Taylor, Owner / Operator 214-509-8582, DwellGreen.com/Dallas

DwellGreen of Dallas is a certified total building performance evaluation and energy auditing company, serving the North Texas area. We can lower your cost of energy and improve the safety and comfort of your home or office. Free phone consultation on an existing or new home. Call to schedule an on-site consultation. See ad, page 10.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY ENERGY ATTIC

538 Haggard St, Ste 410, Plano 75074 972-548-0088 • EnergyAttic.com Offering energy efficient green solutions based specifically on the individual needs of each home or office. Upon inspection, an energy reduction system is created incorporating a multi-prong approach to maximize energy efficiency and savings. Radiant barrier, solar vent fans, formaldehyde-free insulation, attic tents and more energy star products available. See ad, page 17.

ESSENTIAL OILS DOTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS

Jackie Kenney • JackiesdoTerra@gmail.com 214-837-4872 • JackiesdoTerra.com doTERRA Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils are the highest standard of quality essential oils available. Take control of your family’s health with all-natural gifts from the Earth. They kill bacteria and viruses and are 50-70 times more powerful than herbs. Replace your medicine cabinet with non-toxic, safe-for-theentire-family choices.

GREEN CLEANING ECOMAIDS

4625 Frankford Rd, Ste 317, Dallas 75287 214-382-2644 • EcoMaids.com/NorthDallas High quality green cleaning service for homes and businesses. See ad, page 9.

GREEN GARMENT CARE OXXO CARE CLEANERS 5110 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco 75034 214-705-7739 • OXXOuSA.com Eco-friendly garment care cleaners. Convenient 24hour drop-off and pick-up system. Odorless process leaves clothes brighter and retaining their correct size and shape without “dry cleaning” smell.

GREEN PEST CONTROL NATURAL PEST SOLUTIONS 214-763-2758 • GuysInGreen.com

Eco-friendly residential and commercial pest control using botanical products. We control all types of insect pests including termites, mosquitoes, ants, roaches and fleas without the use of harsh, dangerous chemicals. We offer programs from a single pest one time treatment to a comprehensive total protection plan. Call to schedule your Free inspection. See ad, page 16.

INTERNAL MEDICINE

HAIR SALON HAIR COLOR STUDIOS

9200 E. Lebanon Rd, Ste 32, Frisco 75035 214-436-4955 • HairColorStudios.com Our coloring stylists love to work with the wonderful alternative products we have that are made from natural extracts and yogurt. These exquisite products, such as NAYO, Neuma and Moroccan Oil, actually do improve your hair quality so we in turn can help you look your most radiant while you're out-andabout. Whether you're simply sensitive to some of those harsher chemical lines or just want vibrant, beautiful, healthy hair you'll love our natural approach to how we treat your hair and overall beauty. Ask about free color consultation.

HEALTHY DINING THE SALAD STOP

3685 Preston Rd, Frisco 75034 972-377-7867 Fresh and nutritious, locally grown food.

HEALTHY KIDS

PRIMARY CARE AND INTERNAL MEDICINE OF FRISCO 5858 Main St., Ste. 210, Frisco 75033 972-377-8695

Highest ethical and clinical standards of care while providing exceptional attention to every patient.

KID FIT – KID FUN SPORTS TRAINING JUMPSTREET INDOOR TRAMPOLINE PARK

6505 W Park Blvd, Ste 200, Plano 75093 972-378-5867 • GotJump.com Burn up to 1000 calories an hour, strengthen your whole body and have a blast doing it. This fun is not just for kids. Huge trampoline jumping areas where you can literally bounce off the walls. Try trampoline dodge ball, a life-size maze, or rope-swing, slide or bounce into a huge foam pit. Special bounce and play area for kids under 7. You've got to see it to believe it. Open jumps, birthday parties, corporate team building and aerobics classes. See ad, page 39.

KURT THOMAS GYMNASTICS

BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTERS

Debby Romick 1501 Preston Rd, Ste 501, Plano 75093 972-248-9482 • BrainBalancePlano.com The Brain Balance Program brings hope to families of children who suffer with behavioral, academic and social challenges. We specialize in a drug-free, researchbased, multi-faceted approach to address the underlying issues of the many disorders that impact our children today. Each child has a unique combination of functional weaknesses that impact motor, sensory, immune, visual-spatial, auditory, and cognitive development. Call us today to learn about our comprehensive assessment. See ad, page 13.

10825 John W Elliott Frisco 75034 • 214-872-4646

Gymnastics training for preschool to competitive levels.

WINKIDS SPORTS & LEARNING CENTER 3000 Waketon Rd, Flower Mound 75028 972-355-9988

WinKids Sports & Learning Center offers gymnastics, martial arts, swimming, dance, cheerleading, music, unique Birthday parties and so much more!

MARKETS SPICE BAZAAR

4681 Ohio Dr, Frisco 75035 • 214-618-3175 Indian grocery store.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

MASSAGE

DENTAL ARTS OF PLANO

Dr. Nevein Amer, DDS 4701 West Park Blvd, Ste 201, Plano 75093 972-985-4450 • DentalArtsOfPlano.com Dr. Amer specializes in cosmetic and Holistic dentistry including mercury-free fillings and the safe removal of old mercury-based fillings, metal-free crowns, digital x-rays, help for sleep apnea and TMJ, veneers and Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces. Her Holistic approach involves looking at the entire person during evaluation, and always talking with you about the material to be used in your mouth. See ad, page 28.

3T’S (TJ’S TERRIFIC TOUCH)

469-237-4289 TJ4ttts.com • TJ4ttts@yahoo.com Specializing in Swedish massage for overall body relaxation and deep tissue massage for tense knotted muscles, an affordable 3T’s massage can help relieve stress commonly associated with a hectic lifestyle. See ad, page 41.

MASSAGE SPACE

7000 Independence Pkwy, Ste 180 Plano 75025 972-612-5363 • Massage-Space.com Seven different types of massage therapy for rejuvenation and energy. See ad, page 9.

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NEUROFEEDBACK THE SAMS CENTER

Dr. Marvin Sams 972-612-0160 • GreatBrain.com The Sams Center specializes in evidence based, non-drug therapy for ADD/ADHD, learning issues, chronic Depression and Anxiety, Asperger’s and Autism, epilepsy, Bipolar, and OCD. Quantitative EEG (computerized brain wave analysis) detects and defines the neurological issues; NeuroMatrix Neural Efficiency TrainingTM safely remediates and optimizes brain function. Find out more today. See ads, pages 11 and 26.

OUTDOOR GEAR & EDUCATION

SOLAR & ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

TRIBAL AMERICAN INDIAN CRAFTS

SOLAR COMMUNITY

FOUR FEATHERS TRADING POST

SolarCommunity.com 1-87-SOLAR-NRG (877-652-7674)

3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills 75135 214-288-9935 • FourFeathersTradingPost.net

Ask us how our Solar Community programs can save you money!

Experience the world of Tribal American Indians hosted by Silverhawk & Prayerwalker. The store offers tribal art created by local artisans and worldrenowned Native American artists. Educational seminars. We practice traditional ways, including prayer and drumming circles, sweat lodges, work parties, medicine wheels, etc. If you're seeking a spiritual path following ancient American tribal ways, ask about our community. See ad, page 37.

TOTAL WIND & SOLAR

Offices and service throughout D/FW 866-631-5934 Total Wind & Solar offers consultation, design, installation and service of alternative energy and rainwater harvesting systems based on your actual needs. Serving the North Texas-D/FW area.

2424 Preston Rd, Plano 75093 • 972-985-2241 Quality outdoor gear and clothing with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee.

PEDIATRICS HEALTHY KIDS PEDIATRICS

4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco, 75034 972-294-0808 • HealthyKidsPediatrics.com Where your child’s health is our passion! Offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health. See ad, page 8.

PLAYCARE ADVENTURE KIDS PLAYCARE

690 Parker Square, Flower Mound 75028 972-899-2060 And 1401 Shoal Creek, Ste 140, Highland Village 75077 972-899-2060 Drop-in child care and entertainment center.

1701 Greenville Ave, Ste 1112 Richardson 75081 972-231-4800 • USASolarInc.com Affordable American made solar. Residential and commercial installations. Do-it-yourself kits and turnkey systems. Financing available. See ad, page 5.

SHANDIZ MEDITERRANEAN GRILL & MARKET 4013 West Parker Rd, Plano 75093 972-943-8885

Halal meats, fresh produce, groceries and flat bread baked on-site.

SMOOTHIES SMOOTHIE KING OF DENTON 1601 Brinker Rd, Denton 76208 940-484-5464

Great-tasting smoothies using the highest quality nutritional ingredients for a healthy snack alternative.

SMOOTHIE KING OF PLANO 4701 W Park Blvd, Plano 75093 972-398-1107

Nutrition in a cup made from the highest quality nutritional ingredients. Stop by and let us create your favorite smoothie.

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WATERSEDGE STRUCTURED WATER

Twenty First Century Health 972-855-8711 • TwentyFirstCenturyHealth.com

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT

Better health through state-of-the-art water. Cutting edge technology. Call us or visit our website to learn more about how improving your home’s water can improve your health.

SHIR TIKVAH REFORM SYNAGOGUE

WELLNESS CENTER

7700 Main St, Frisco 75034 214-500-8304, • ShirTikvahFrisco.org

Services are held on Friday evenings at 7 p.m. Every service welcomes children of all ages. Religious school classes take place on Sunday mornings during school year. Call or visit our website for service schedule. See ad, page 40.

ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL

6400 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco 75034 214-387-4700 • StPhilipsFrisco.org Sunday services, community programs, job ministry, preschool, and St. Philip’s Academy “K” class.

SHAMBHALA WELLNESS CENTER

215 E university Dr, Denton 76209 940-380-8728 • ShambhalaWellness.com A true wellness center and oasis for body, mind and spirit. Our caring practitioners really listen and can help you raise the level of wellness you are experiencing. Massage, Reiki, yoga, nutrition and counseling are just some of the modalities we offer. Book a session, drop in for yoga or join us at one of our educational seminars. See ad, page 31.

YOGA SCHOOL YOGA TREE

RESTAURANTS

WATER

USA SOLAR, INC.

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TAILORING & ALTERATION SERVICES AUTUMN STITCH

279 W Main St, Frisco 75034 • 972-712-1727 Tailoring, custom clothing, monogramming, draperies and shoe repair.

THERMOGRAPHY THERMOGRAPHY CENTER OF DALLAS

Dr. Genie Fields 5220 Spring Valley Rd, Ste. 405, Dallas 75254 214-352-8758 • ThermographyCenter.com Screening with thermography can detect abnormalities, many times 8-10 years before other screening methods. Non-invasive. No radiation. See ad, page 5.

1410 Avenue K, Ste 1105A, Plano 75074 972-398-YOGA (9642) • YogaTreePlano.com Yoga Tree is located in historic downtown Plano. Our studio is dedicated to sharing the healing and rejuvenating benefits of yoga with others. We offer a variety of classes and workshops as well as RYT 200 and 500 hour certifications. See ad, page 21.

YOGURT NANA FROZEN YOGURT

8811 Teel Pkwy, Frisco 75034 • 469-362-6662 Self-serve frozen yogurt, fresh squeezed orange juice and snow cones.

ORANGE PEEL

310 E Round Grove Rd, Lewisville 75067 469-831-7608 Fourteen flavors of yogurt and more than 60 toppings.

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