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Yoga for Osteoporosis – 1:30-3pm. A 10-year rior Songs for a unique live stream benefit concert in partnership with Paczka Digital. 349-1781. OwlCUBH@gmail.com. OwlCUBH.org.

study by Dr. Loren Fishman indicated that practice of 12 specific yoga poses every couple of days increased bone density particularly in the spine and femurs. This class is developed around these 12 poses. In-studio session and also offered online. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E. Pima. 520-323NOTE TO OUR READERS: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 All events were accurate at press time, but due to circumstances created by Native American Heritage Month Social and Indian Craft Market – 11/27, 11/28 and 11/29. COVID-19 pandemic, we suggest confirming these details with the hosts 11am-5pm. Everyone is welcome. Featured highbefore attending. Please check NaturalTucson.com to enter your events lights: demonstrations by Tohono O’Odham basketweaver, Lola Thomas, Navajo flute playing by or find others. Thank you for your understanding and stay well. Marvin Todacheenie and Pima/Apache champion hoop dancer, Cecil Manuel, and possibly other THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 presentations. Catalyst Arts Center, 4500 N Oracle Rd. 520-420-4332. USAIndianInfo.com. Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Monthly Meeting – 7pm. Karen Zimmerman of the Huntington Botanical Gardens presents “Aloes on My Mind: Exploring Aloe Hybrids One Generation at a Time.” Connect via Zoom at https://bit.ly.tcssmm. 520-256-2447. TucsonCactUS.org. Microgreens 101 – 10-11am. Microgreens have gained popularity because of their amazing tastes and high nutrient value; they’re great in salads, sandwiches, pizza, and pretty much any other dish! In this class, Michael and Tommie share their knowledge on how to grow your own microgreens indoors and out. Free 15-Minute Behavioral Health Consultations – 12:30-1:30pm. Walk-ins welcome for consultation. Owl C U Behavioral Health, Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207. 520349-1781. OwlCUBH@gmail.com. OwlCUBH.org. Launch Your Dreams into Reality – 7-8pm. Did $8. ThriveAndGrowGardens.com/classes. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 you ever wonder what it would take to break through the glass ceiling of how much you earn? Join us Thursdays twice a month to learn practical ways of magnetizing your spiritual and material abundance. Join via Zoom.us/84920149474. Passcode: 267445. No charge. SummitLighthousePhoenix@gmail.com. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Free 15-Minute Behavioral Health Consultations – 12:30-1:30pm. Walk-ins welcome for consultation. Owl C U Behavioral Health, Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207. 520349-1781. OwlCUBH@gmail.com. OwlCUBH.org. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:45-11:30am. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. RSVP. Free. Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520795-1300. TheHealthyCouple.com. Watering your Plants Online Class – 10-11am. It is very common to have plant problems caused by poor watering practices including under watering, over SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Overcoming Craving (live streamed) – 2-4:30pm. Course will include guided meditations, insightful and practical teachings, and opportunity for discussion, so you can take the next steps toward authentic healing, peace, confidence and greater life purpose. $25, discounts apply for supporters and benefactors. MeditationInTucson.org/craving. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Launch Your Dreams into Reality – 7-8pm. Did you ever wonder what it would take to break through the glass ceiling of how much you earn? Join us Thursdays twice a month to learn practical ways of magnetizing your spiritual and material abundance. Join via Zoom.us/84920149474. Passcode: 267445. No charge. SummitLighthousePhoenix@gmail.com. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Free 15-Minute Behavioral Health Consultations – 12:30-1:30pm. Walk-ins welcome for consultation. Owl C U Behavioral Health, Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207. 520349-1781. OwlCUBH@gmail.com. OwlCUBH.org. Gong Bath – 1-2:30pm. Relax, meditate, journey, do yoga or some inner work as you are bathed in sound and vibration by a large Paiste Earth Gong, played by Danielle Dvorak. This modality releases stress and tension and helps clear and calm the mind. $20; 25% discount for all-access members. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E. Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 Launch Your Dreams into Reality – 7-8pm. Did you ever wonder what it would take to break through the glass ceiling of how much you earn? Join us Thursdays twice a month to learn practical ways of magnetizing your spiritual and material abundance. Join via Zoom.us/84920149474. Passcode: 267445. No charge. SummitLighthousePhoenix@gmail.com. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 Meet and Greet Picnic Reid Park– 3-5pm. Meet someone new and ask what makes us tick. Details to follow. The Summit Lighthouse of Phoenix and Tucson. No charge. Reid Park Ramada, 900 S. Randolph Way. 520-250-3871 or 603-705-9570. TSLTucson@ gmail.com SummitLighthousePhoenix.org. watering and inconsistent watering. Expert gardener Michael Ismail teaches you about the best equipSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17 ment and irrigation methods to help eliminate these problems. $8. ThriveAndGrowGardens.com/classes. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 “Let It Ring” Virtual Veterans Day Concert – Vegetable Gardening Q&A Live Online – 1011am. Join Thrive and Grow’s agriculturalist, Tommie for a one hour live session answering your and other’s questions about growing food in the desert. $8. ThriveAndGrowGardens.com/classes. Launch Your Dreams into Reality – 7-8pm. Did you ever wonder what it would take to break through the glass ceiling of how much you earn? Join us Thursdays twice a month to learn practical ways of magnetizing your spiritual and material abundance. 5-7:30pm. Join the Southern Arizona Arts and Join via Zoom.us/84920149474. Passcode: 267445. Cultural Alliance, Flutes for Vets and War- No charge. SummitLighthousePhoenix@gmail.com. Tinyurl.com/TucsonVetsConcert. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Free 15-Minute Behavioral Health Consultations Calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication and adhere – 12:30-1:30pm. Walk-ins welcome for consultation. to our guidelines. Visit NaturalTucson.com Owl C U Behavioral Health, Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207. 520- for guidelines and to submit listings. 1222. YogaConnection.org.

ongoing events

daily

Yoga for Seniors and Everyone Online – 9-10am. Monday-Thursday. One hour of Gentle Hatha Yoga to help build strength, flexibility and balance in your body, mind and spirit. Book through website: DivineJourneyYoga.com. $8 per class. Peaceful Floating – 9am-5pm. Wednesday to Saturday. Santa Rita Springs invites you to float your cares away in our indoor saltwater pool, 2 or 3 family members or roommates may swim or float. Pool house safely sanitized. Lifeguard if needed. $20/90-minutes. 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. By appointment. Text 520-990-1857 or email SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

sunday

Online Sunday Worship Service: Casas Adobes

Congregational Church – 8:15-9:15am. Faithcentered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. During this unusual time of sheltering in place, we are offering these services online to be enjoyed wherever you are. No charge. Info@ CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation

Group – Silent Meditation: 9-10am, Reading Service: 10-11am. Learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #130-40. 520-792-6544. TucsonAZ.SRF@gmail.com. TucsonMeditationGroup.org. Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-4pm. Third Sunday. Fair includes a variety of mediums, readers, healers and vendors. Best Western Inn Suites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites, 6201 N Oracle Rd. 520-579-8930.

Sunday Celebration Services – 10:30-11:45am. Join with others in creating a positively-focused intentional community, creating individual and collective lives in more joyful, beneficial, constructive ways. Find people that are fun to know. Contact Info@TucsonCSL.org for zoom link. By donation. TucsonCSL.org.

Online Noon Prayers for Race Unity, Social

Justice and Healing – 12-1pm. Program consists of a short presentation on a current issue using photos, videos and slides designed to focus our Spirits and Hearts on the issue. To receive an invite contact Bahais4raceunity@gmail.com. Prosperity Plus III – 1-3pm. With Pat Masters. Group experience for up to 12. Celebrate experiencing life more joyfully. Workbook, and homework, required. Disclaimer: Agreement to contribute to the sponsoring organization is part of the commitment.Physical workbook: $55, or Digital workbook: $39. TucsonCSL.org.

monday

Restorative Yoga – 4-5:15pm. Relax and renew with this gentle yet dynamic form of yoga offered by The Yoga Connection. Postures are practiced with maximum support and comfort allowing the body to open on its own. Beginners welcome. Sessions are online only. $10. YogaConnection.org. Reiki Circle Through Zoom – 6pm. With Judy Ferrig, Reiki Master Teacher. Come to learn about Reiki and receive a mini session. No charge. Contact JudyFerrig@comcast.net for Zoom log in. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunications.com.

tuesday

Online Spiritual Formation Group: Casas

Adobes Congregational Church – 11am-12pm. With Pastor Michael Bush. Online spiritual exploration. To sign up for this small group gathering, email Info@CAUCC.org. All are also welcome to join our weekly online Sunday Worship Service. No charge. CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural.

Nature's beauty is a gift that cultivates appreciation and gratitude. ~Louie Schwartzberg

ongoing events

wednesday

Wednesday Live Radio Show – 8-9am. Get up to date, live information about what’s happening with the medical marijuana laws of our state, the dispensary process, news, education and more. Tune in on our website. No charge. 520-838-4430. TumbleweedsHealthCenter.com.

Online Tucson Friendly and Fearless Death Cafe

– 10-11:30am. Lively, thoughtful, safe conversation on issues relating to death, dying, grief and loss. Not grief counseling or therapy. All are welcome. Zoom: tinyurl.com/WedTucsDeathCafeLink; Password: 583513. IsabelDeathCafe@gmail.com. DeathcCafe.com. Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. Safe head to toe workout, focusing on strength, balance, and joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS and Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com. Gratitude Becomes Us – 5:30-7pm. Join Rev Janis and friends in an exploration of how to experience greater levels of joy in life by seeing opportunities to practice gratitude. By donation. TucsonCSL.org. Beginning Continuing Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. A multi-level yoga class which introduces variations on poses allowing students to practice at their own level. In-studio (limited to 10 registered participants) and live-streamed. Monthly packages available. $10. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E. Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation

Group – 6-8pm. Join us to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #130-40. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.org. Pathways to Metaphysics Classes – 7-8pm. Topics change weekly and can be found on our website. By donation. Via Zoom. Contact for link: 520-339-2038 or email CmtyLight1@outlook.com. TheCommunityofLight.org.

thursday

Beginning Continuing Yoga – 10-11:15am. A multi-level yoga class which introduces variations on poses allowing students to practice at their own level. In-studio (limited to 10 registered participants) and live-streamed. Monthly packages available. $10. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E. Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org. Back Care Yoga – 4-5:15pm. Join Martha Bergner, retired Chiropractor, for this gentle yoga class which focuses on strength, body posture, alleviating neck and back pain, and lengthening and decompressing the spine. In-studio (limited to 10 registered participants) and live-streamed.$10. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E. Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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Dispelling Colonized Mind-Animist Anti-Racist

Healing Circle Online – 5:30-6:30pm. With Quynn Red Mountain, Animist Minister, Anti-Racist and Spirit Worker for healing of our community.Circle is structured for safety in an Anti-Racist setting. All levels of understanding are welcome. Donations support We Are Done Dying Campaign from the NAACP. By donation. Register online. WebOfLifeAnimists.com.

Taizé Worship Service Online – 6:30-7:30pm. Second Thursday. Join us online for this unique, meditative worship. For the communities’ well-being, all upcoming Taizé Services will be held online. No charge. Casas Adobes Congregational UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-297-1181. CAUCC.org. Creative Abundance Book Discussion – 7-8pm. First Thursday. Launch your dreams into reality by exploring what the great sages of the ages have shared with us through the teachings of the ascended masters. Amazing, life changing views will help you succeed and receive more love and abundance into your life. No charge. SummitLighthousePhoenix@ gmail.com.

friday

Don Zavis Sales Training - Online – 9-10am. Don Zavis sales training is still making it happen. The Friday Session goes on. Join us via Zoom. Don’t let the Coronavirus get you down and learn how the “sell” your way out of this crisis. No charge. 520-903-4654. DonZavis@comcast.net. Chair Yoga – 1:30-2:30pm. One of the gentlest forms of yoga. Perfect for anyone looking for a thorough, safe work-out that offers breath awareness and relaxation. Includes chair and wall support in addition to modifications suited to your individual needs. Online only. $7. YogaConnection.org. Uplifting Spirit Journey Circle Online – 5:306:30pm. Quynn Red Mountain, Animist Minister and Spirit Bridge Practitioner for Web of Life Animists. During this extremely challenging and important time, this online circle is a space to receive Earth honoring self-care through divination, a guided clearing and a drum meditation. 50% of donations will be sent to FeedingAmerica. By donation. Register online. WebOfLifeAnimists.com.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Mediation

Group – 7-8:30pm. Join us to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. SelfRealization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #130-40. 520-792-6544. Tucson MeditationGroup.org.

Shabbat Meditation Gathering – 8:30-9:30am. First Saturday. With Reb Brian Yosef. Deepen your davening with guided, meditative morning blessings, spacious, silent meditation and heart-opening singing of niggunim. No charge. Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Rd. 510295-7383. TorahOfAwakening.com.

Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not

– 9:45-11:30am. First Saturday. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. RSVP. Free. Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-795-1300. TheHealthyCouple.com. Psychedelic Integration Discussion Circle – 10am12pm. Second Saturday. No matter if you had a “good trip” or a “bad trip”, talking about your experience can go a long way to helping you process those experiences. Monthly discussion circle where we try to make sense of these experiences together. All welcome. By donation: $5-10. Arizona.Zoom.us/j/91055941057. Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am. An aquatic meditation with slow, graceful movements, aligning mindfulness with breath. Ai Chi calms nerves, stretches muscles, improves balance, increases range of motion; energy is enjoyed while standing in a 96 degree warm indoor pool. $20. Register: 520 245-6616. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-990-1857. ConnieSeddon@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com. Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. Safe head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, and joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS and Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com. Aqua Chakra Yoga – 1:30-3pm. With Krysa Kobryner. Yoga in a warm pool offers safety, comfort, buoyancy and water’s resistance to enjoying our poses, using breath and sound to embody all five elements for strengthening Chakras, our conduits of life energy. $15. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-551-0651. Krysaji@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

League of Lightbearers: Animist Gathering

Online Circle – 1-2pm. Fourth Saturday. Hosted by Maestra Dorothea Nobile, Animist Minister, Metaphysical Pastor. Calling all Light Workers: These challenging times call for all of us to band together to heal our broken hearts and help our community heal. $0-$20. Web of Life Animist Church. 520-954-2004. Zoom.us/j/981737799.

Web of Life Animist Church Online Fellowship

Service – 3-4pm. This Animist Gathering is offered as a weekly fellowship service, where Animists and Earth honoring People can receive synchronistic and supportive self-care during the time of sickness and isolation. $0-$20 sliding scale, paid online. WebOfLifeAnimists.com/events. Zoom.us/j/597467834. Experience The Sound of Soul – 6-7pm. Fourth Saturday. Join other like-minded people in singing HU, an ancient, universal name of God. Following this 10-20-minute HU song is a short time of quiet contemplation and reflection. Discussion fills the remaining 40-minutes. No charge. Crvalluzzo@gmail. com. EckankarArizona.org.

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