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TheHealthyPlanet March 2013

St. Louis’ Green & Healthy Living Magazine

Please Read - Then Recycle

Guide To

Summer Camp Guide

CSAS

(Community Supported Agriculture)

P a r t n e r Wi t h A r e a F a r m e r s for Fresh Produce & More pages 6-7

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NATURAL LIVING EXPO • SUNDAY, MARCH 10 FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS • CHAIR MASSAGES • FOOD SAMPLES • CRAFT BEER TASTING COFFEE & TEA SAMPLES • LIVE MUSIC • GIVEAWAYS • FREE TOTE BAGS & MORE! See Back Page

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PUBLISHER’S CORNER

This Is Our 25th Expo In 15 Years

ay back in 1997, I was more than busy trying to get a fledgling Healthy Planet magazine off the ground. It was tough, but at least I had 17 years of publishing experience under my belt thanks to my firest venture, The Webster-Kirkwood Times. I knew it was important to get out into the community and network so we took a booth at one of the local expos and handed out our new publication. We had been on the streets for about a year when a friend said to me, Hey, why don’t you host an expo? That friend, Susan Hunt-Bradford, entrepreneur/marketing extraordinaire, and teacher at STLCC-Meramec, was soon titled the “Expo Queen” because she had been to so many of these events around town. I was extremely reluctant to get involved in the expo circuit as my expertise was publishing, not expo-ology. Over the next 12 months Susan and my staff wore me down saying it was a great opportunity to get the name of the Healthy Planet out there for more people to see. It was all about networking, they told me. I was not all that tuned into networking. My years at the Webster-Kirkwood Times had made me a big fish in a little pond, and now I was a little fish in a big pond. And the thought of putting on an expo made me feel like a fish out of water. But soon it was time to sink or swim as our first expo took place at the Webster Groves Recreation Complex in March, 1999. And we haven’t looked back since.

by Rick Hotton

My wife Niki created an organized model for all expos to follow. This 25th Expo on March 10 is a culmination of all that wisdom from the past agonies and ecstasies. Snow and ice storms near misses, power failures, missing vendors, and all the while quality crowds and just plain fun shows. I always get nervous about the crowds. I want our exhibitors to be happy. We have sustained good crowds over the years, knock on wood. Even the smaller crowds were “quality crowds” according to vendors. But I am a Leo and I want to make everyone happy. This expo is no exception. We have a great line up of exhibitors as you can see on the back page of this issue. We also have some wonderful live music lined up with Terri Langerak on Harp and Carol Eder on Classical and Jazz Guitar. I understand Carol is bringing a few friends to play with her creating a trio for our enjoyment. There will be plenty of healthy food and beverage samples for expo visitors. The early birds will receive Missouri Botanical Garden tickets, eco-friendly reusable tote bags from Whole Foods Market and Schnucks Market. Chipotle has donated BOGO burrito cards and Quest Nutrition has sent us samples of their new Protein Bar to hand out. Look for some great coffee samples from Kuva Coffee and Tea samples from Traveling Tea. And it would not be a Healthy Planet Expo without samples from Schlafly Beer. Yes, there will be free chair massages and health screenings. Lots of info for pet owners including special dog training from the K9 Pack Leader. You can also sign up for an Amtrak Ticket Giveaway and a family weekend at Trout Lodge YMCA of the Ozarks. After 25 of these events you would think I wouldn't get antsy over these events anymore. Not going to happen. I want everyone to come. If you are reading this, I expect to see you at the expo. Get your discount coupon on the back of this issue. There is no better way to cure your cabin fever than a dose of Healthy Planet Natural Living Expo. Take two friends and call me in the morning. In Good Health,

J.B. Lester; Publisher

Cover art photography by our Green & Growing Editor, Linda Wiggen Kraft

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Vol. 17 No. 10

PLANET PEOPLE Publisher/Editor: J.B. Lester Lifestyles Editor: Leah O’Donnell Healthy Living Editor: Colleen Rohm Arts Editor: Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky Green & Growing Editor: Linda Wiggen Kraft Associate Editor: Niki Lester Social Media Editor: Natalie Petty

COLUMNISTS: Environment: Kat Logan Smith, Jean Ponzi Food & Drink: Kari Hartel, RD, LD Animals & Nature: Teresa Garden, DVM; Ava Frick, DVM, Suzanne Gassner,HSM Dr. Doug Pernikoff, DVM, Pat Tuholske, Naturalist

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Healthy Planet Magazine Hosts

25th Natural Living Expo March 10 In Webster Groves

he 25th Healthy Planet Natural Living Expo will take place Sunday, March 10 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Webster Groves Recreation Complex, 33 East Glendale Road in Webster Groves, Missouri, 63119. Exhibit booths filled with healthy and green vendors include free health screenings, healthy food, craft beer, coffee & tea samples. Find out how you can begin to live a healthier life for yourself and your family. You will find great gardening tips for the eco-conscious as well as healthy and green products and services for your home, lawn and garden. There will be live music by Harpist Terri Langerak and classical and jazz guitarist Carol Eder. Sign up to join a CSA (community supported agriculture) so you have fresh produce and other farm products during the year. Learn to meditate, sign up for yoga classes, get a free chair massage. Browse our new Community Room which includes many of your favorite community organizations such as the Humane Society of Missouri, Operation Food Search, Missouri Coalition for the Environment and many more. Sign up for a drawing where you could win a $600 family weekend at Trout Lodge YMCA of the Ozarks or Amtrak train tickets. The first 100 paid visitors receive Missouri Botanical Garden tickets and the first 300 visitors get a free reusable tote bag courtesy of Whole Foods and Schnucks Markets. The first

Expo visitors enjoy some of the many free food and beverage samples (above) while another expo attendee receives a free chair massage. 500 visitors will receive a two for one burrito coupon from Chipotle Mexican Grill and free samples of Quest Nutrition's new gluten-Free, high fiber, sugarless nutrition bar called QuestBar. Bring the whole family or your best friend. There is everything at the Healthy Planet Natural Living Expo, even something for your pet! For more information, please call 314-962-7748. Discount admission coupons can be found on the back page of this edition of The Healthy Planet magazine.

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ust when we thought having uncontained radioactive waste in the floodplain upstream from people’s drinking water couldn’t get any worse, now there’s a new threat to public health. First, the background: St. Louis was ground-zero for Uranium purification during World War II and the Cold War for the development of nuclear weapons. All of the Uranium used in the first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction was purified in downtown St. Louis in 1942 and continued in the area through the 1960’s. The waste products from uranium enrichment remain radioactive and contain elements like Uranium-238 and Uranium-235 and its ‘daughter’ products like Thorium234, Radium and Polonium. The radioactive wastes will actually become more radioactive over the next 9,000 years. One St. Louis area site, the West Lake Landfill in Bridgeton, MO, is home to an estimated 8,700 tons of radioactive wastes that were dumped there in 1973. West Lake sits in the Missouri River floodplain, upstream from where over 300,000 people in North St. Louis County receive their drinking water. West Lake is a former limestone quarry-turned-landfill and it lacks groundwater protection components modern landfills are required to have. West Lake was just a hole filled with garbage, debris, industrial chemicals and radioactive wastes. For a decade the EPA has dawdled and delayed action. The agency’s only plan thus far is to leave the waste on site. It is foolish to abandon radioactive waste in a floodplain of the Missouri River, which has been experiencing more frequent and higher level floods in the past decade than ANYTIME in its recorded history. The site has been designated a ‘Superfund’ site. At this time, its owners and a few other parties are responsible for funding the clean up. Adding to the challenges of cleaning up West Lake now is the growing subsurface landfill fire on the adjacent property. Officials say the fire is 1,200 feet from West Lake. Residents in the area are being subjected to foul smelling odors from the subsurface fire as

Republic Services, the landfill owners, endeavors to contain it. Actions are being taken to stop the fire from reaching the radioactive materials while an evacuation plan is being prepared in event of a worst case scenario. The radioactive wastes at West Lake Landfill are the same radioactive wastes that contaminated Coldwater Creek in North St. Louis County. People who grew up along the creek have begun to connect with each other to find out whether other families who lived there are experiencing rare cancers, health problems, and birth defects. One analyst said the cases of some rare cancers were so prevalent as to be a statistical impossibility in such a small population, suggesting the problems are not random but related to a common cause. As families that are now scattered across the county retrace their health histories to their childhood years near Coldwater Creek, they have empowered a small team of former residents to create a map and a record that reveals a human cost to the nuclear weapons work that is reaching far beyond the Cold War. As a regional community it is our duty to help our neighbors who are just now learning that they grew up in a radioactive world without knowing it. Let’s be sensitive to the needs of families impacted by diseases and proactive by keeping our elected officials accountable for safe water and clean air. The radioactive wastes in St. Louis need to be removed from the floodplain, away from water and away from people so that future generations are spared costly tragedies from invisible and forgotten materials. The Missouri General Assembly needs to support Representative English’s resolution, House Concurrent Resolution 18. For more information you can contact the Missouri Coalition for the Environment at 314-727-0600 or visit www.moeniron.org.

March, 2013

Earth Day action Grants: A New Micro-Funding Program For Environmental Action

ver the last handful of years, the St. Louis Earth Day Festival has become a successful fundraiser for our organization which shares the same name. Funds raised through the production of the Festival help support our programs like Recycling On the Go and the Green Dining Alliance. These programs and our educational initiatives help us bring sustainability to individuals in the region every day of the year. As a small non-profit, we understand better than anyone that good ideas are abundant but funding is not. We apply for many grants and know how it can be a time-consuming task with many hoops to jump through, for only a chance at receiving funding. We also know there are TONS of exciting projects and programs that are happening all over St. Louis, which would flourish with a little cash injection. Then we got to thinking – what if we could take advantage of the April Earth Day focus, build excitement in our Festival community for supporting grassroots projects, and then encourage people and companies to give generously? How much money could we raise? How many projects could we help? Say goodbye to online voting, social media campaigns and other time-consuming hoops many grant programs ask applicants to jump through; and, say hello to a new funding program from St. Louis Earth Day with a simple application process. Earth Day Action Grants will fund multiple small-scale projects throughout the St. Louis region beginning in April 2013. Applications are now being accepted, and must be received by March 29, 2013.

Earth Day Action Grant projects should focus on encouraging environmental action and everyday sustainability, and must be implemented in the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, or East St. Louis. Currently $10,000, donated by Boeing, will be distributed as grants to successful applicants. Individual grant amounts will be determined by project need and the distribution of funds among successful applications. The application process involves filling out an online form available from the St. Louis Earth Day website. The deadline for applications is March 29, 2013. After the application period has closed, a committee of St. Louis Earth Day staff, board members and volunteers will review applications and make award decisions. Awardees will be recognized at the 24th annual St. Louis Earth Day Festival on April 21, 2013. Non-profit organizations, schools, governmental entities and community groups are all encouraged to apply. Examples of eligible projects are available on the St. Louis Earth Day website, and include funding proposals to cover speaker fees, supplies for a trash pick-up, rain barrel installation, or native plants for a public garden. St. Louis Earth Day is a non-profit 501c3 organization whose mission is to make every day earth day by cultivating environmental stewardship and engaging individuals, governments, businesses, schools and the non-profit sector in celebration, education and action to support a healthy and sustainable future. For full details on the Earth Day Action Grants, and to apply, visit www.stlouisearthday.org.

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Growing Green Awards March 28: Keynote: “Using Design For Change”

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Our SOlid WaSte ManageMent diStrict SySteM A Quiet Resource That’s Under Siege

ou recycle now without a second thought – at home, at school - and chances are good that your workplace pairs recycling bins with the trash cans too. At Lambert Airport, the convention center, at Cardinals and Rams games, and St Louis Earth Day’s Recycling On The Go works all kinds of festivals and public events. Recycling has become a part of our community landscape, a common, efficient, sensible and affordable practice. Electronics recycling collection events are often held for free. Your roofer can recycle your old shingles, and your remodeler or builder can recycle the wood, drywall, cardboard and other streams of waste from your home improvements. You can donate used building materials and shop for DIY bargains at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore that takes them. Your Scout troop can get recycled craft materials from Leftovers or the St. Louis Teachers Recycle Center. Your paper, junk mail, cardboard can all co-mingle in the same convenient bin where you recycle kitchen containers made of glass, metal and plastic: all in one “Single Stream.” Your school or college or Missouri Botanical Garden wedding reception is sending your food waste to a composting center, instead of to a landfill. So many common, convenient recycling options, available all over the St. Louis area! A trail of support for all these Green services – and the local businesses that provide them – ends at one local agency that annually awards grants to help jump-start and maintain our region’s waste-reducing services. The St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District annually makes grants supporting recycling efforts of local businesses, non-profits and local governments – and has been quietly, efficiently doing this work for twenty years. Our District is part of a statewide network of 20 Solid Waste Districts that each serves a 4 to 7-county region. Grants awarded by Districts come from a small part of the “tipping fee” that is charged per-ton to dump waste into landfills. The funds for District staff salaries and office operations also allocated from this pool of fees. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources oversees all District activity, and all Districts participate in a variety of audits that document responsible handling of public funds. I have worked in St. Louis with recycling programs and topics since 1996. I’ve gone to five national recycling conferences and learned about recycling support systems in many other U.S. cities. I’ve served on the board of our local

5 District for nearly ten years. In my opinion, Missouri’s Solid Waste District program, that adds a miniscule amount to conventional tipping fees and administers these funds through local agencies who know their local community needs, is one of the best and most fiscally efficient recycling systems in the nation. The Districts were created by our State Senate in 1990. And today our State Senate has the whole system under siege. Senate Bill 13, introduced this session, proposed to eliminate the Solid Waste District program and centralize all District functions into MO-DNR. In typical lawmaking fashion, the original bill is already morphing and will continue to shift before the end of the session in May - but the intent to scrap or at least seriously disrupt the District system is clear in this bill. Is this system worth maintaining? Worth speaking up to support? Over the past 20 years, the St. Louis region alone, Solid Waste District grants have: • Invested over $40 million into local recycling infrastructure • Supported over 1,000 different waste-reducing projects • Helped boost the statewide waste-diversion rate from less than 5% in 1990 to over 50% today • Leveraged a $2 return-on-investment for each $1 awarded in grants • Maintained audit-documented responsibility and accountability for funds • Developed and helped maintain over 16,000 Missouri recycling industry jobs – at least 1,500 of these jobs are based in St. Louis alone. • Generated tens of millions of dollars in state and local tax revenues from recycling businesses and the jobs they create and maintain And the staff of every District in the state also provides all manner of technical assistance to help local grant-recipients succeed. Many Districts directly provide local services too, such as running the recycling system for our State Fair and holding annual tire dump cleanups and computer recycling collections, especially in rural areas. No state agency, in today’s political climate, will have the resources or inclination to serve local recycling needs as our Solid Waste Districts routinely do. One of the Districts’ biggest problems, as big-buck lobbyists for the big waste companies take aim at this system, is that our Districts do their work so quietly, without taking much visible credit. But recycling advocates like me are speaking up all over the state, to rally awareness, educate lawmakers and local leaders, and mobilize citizen action when and how it’s most effectively needed. There will be more to this story – and when you hear more about it, if you’re called upon to contact your state lawmakers – PLEASE DO SO! The St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District serves the City of St. Louis and St. Louis, Jefferson and St. Charles Counties. Jean Ponzi represents the City and serves as vice-chair of the District’s Executive Board.

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Healthy Planet Guide To CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture)

CSA Guide for in and around the Saint Louis Area Your guide to fresh, local produce grown responsibly. Know your farmer… Know your Food! By Crystal Moore-Stevens Eating is one of the most profound human experiences; it is vital to our existence and a common thread defining us culturally. That which sustains us ultimately holds our entire existence together: waking hours are determined by our next meals; we gather to eat; sharing a meal is the most universal form of socialization. Additionally, our moods can be altered by positive or negative experiences with our food as our taste buds carry information to our brains via the cranial nerves. This is an amazing function of the human body and is capable of evoking memories based on taste alone. We are wired with the great capability to enjoy what we eat. So why not enjoy food grown locally and responsibly? The community has a strong advantage in the Saint Louis Metropolitan area with access to a wide array of local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farms and a plethora of local business that support local farmers. Supporting local food systems reduces our carbon footprint, circulates funds back into the local economy and promotes an understanding of the dichotomy of food: where it comes from and how it is grown. The Local Foods movement has made a significant comeback in the last few years. Conscious eating seems to be the modern day trend. The local foods movement began over one million years ago with the first hunters and gatherers eating only what they could find in 100mile radius. This movement peaked during the victory garden days in the early 1900’s when canning and preserving fruits and vegetables was a benchmark enterprise. It took a long hiatus during the industrial revolution and stayed in the background with the growth of grocery store chains in the 1950’s. Today, the local foods movement is back and here to stay! Homesteading is hip again and we are, in essence, getting back to our roots. The rise of homesteading is paramount for our growth as a healthy, sustainable community. Join a CSA and see for yourself the value of eating locally grown fresh produce all season long! In joining a Community Supported Agriculture Farm, one buys a subscription to the farm. CSA Farms are all structured slightly different. However the general concept is similar. Members support the farmer’s endeavors financially throughout the season and in return they receive seasonal fresh local produce for a

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home for 22 weeks. Half Shares $55.00 per week delivered every other week for 11 weeks. Also available: 4 week winter CSA (it consists of storage vegetables, fresh greens, root crops, fresh herbs, fruit and eggs. Payment plans are available. Important upcoming events at their farm: Yearly Family Farm Day, with a BBQ/pot luck, where members can spend the day at the farm and see how their vegetables are grown. Contact info & how to sign up. Dry Dock Farm, #29 Silex Elevator Rd, Silex, MO 63377. 573-384-5859 email: drydocfarm@windstream.net. www.riverhillspoultry.com. There is an email/newsletter that is sent out each week. It has farm news, pictures, recipes, vegetable storage info, and herb tips. LiBerty Farm Since 2013. Time frame in which produce is provided to members: May 4th through November 2nd. A variety of seasonal vegetables. Farm provides an average of 8-10 lbs of produce throughout 26 weeks. Monday pick-ups are at the farm in Affton, from 6pm to 7pm. Saturday pick-ups at their booth at the Tower Grove Farmers Market from 8am to 12pm. They also have a delivery option for certain areas. www.liberty-farm.net. Full share $500-$540 (depending on type of payment) . Half share option is either an average of 4-5 lbs. of food for 26 weeks, or 8-10 lbs. of food every other week (13 weeks) at a cost of $255-$290 (depending on payment methods). Important upcoming events at their farm: permaculture class, canning class and lunch at the farm. Sign up on www.liberty-farm.net to receive emails about upcoming classes and events. Contact info & how to sign up: If you are interested in signing up, you can visit www.liberty-farm.net or call 314-717-1155. our City Farm Since 2010. Begins May 4th for 26 weeks. Poultry, eggs and produce. 2 Pickup Locations - Farm Pickup and Tower Grove Pickup. Delivery available. Website: www.ourcityfarm.com. Customizable boxes so pricing varies. Important upcoming events at their farm: Several Scheduled work days: 3/2, 3/16, 3/30, 4/13, 4/27 9:00am - 12:00pm . April 28th CSA Welcome party at the farm. Contact info & how to sign up: Signup online at www.ourcityfarm.com/members; contact info@ourcityfarm.com or 314-282-5290 for more information. twitter/ourcityfarm. facebook.com/pages/ourcityfarm. three rivers Community Farm Since 2007. Mid-May through early November. CSA boxes can be picked up at the Schlafly and Tower Grove farmer's markets; also at a University City and Edwardsville site. They also have pick up at the farm on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2-7PM. They have two share sizes: a full share which is 26 weeks from mid-May

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As a member of our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) you receive fresh, locally raised vegetables delivered to your neighborhood once per week for 20 weeks of the growing season. Delivery will be a box of the assorted vegetables in season for that week. The Lee Family invites you to be a part of the farm. PARTIAL LISTING Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Lettuce, Peppers, Green Beans, Broccoli, Watermelon, Sweet Corn, Squash, Potatoes, Onions, Carrots

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March, 2013 through early November for $550 and an every-otherweek share for $275. They grow every vegetable imaginable, except sweet corn, but their specialties are family-friendly vegetables like potatoes, broccoli, carrots, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, watermelons, spinach and lettuce. They only have a few St. Louis memberships left, so please visit their website to join: www.threeriverscommunityfarm.com. Greene’s Country store and Feed Since 2013. 30 weeks from May through November. CSA subscriptions will include a variety of products including; canned goods, locally made soaps, a full spectrum of produce, eggs, a variety of soft fruits and berries, and four choices of meats; chicken, pork, beef, and turkey. Pick up on Tuesdays 10 am- 7 pm. $1450 (meat included) plus sale tax or $850 (meat not included) plus sales tax. There is an additional non-refundable $35 administration fee. Payment options are available. Important upcoming events at their farm: Meet the Farmer Day in March (see website for details). Contact info & how to sign up: You can sign up at the store or on their website greenescountrystore.com. Or email for information at greenescountrystore@gmail.com or call (636) 561-6637. LoCaL Harvest Since 2009. Year-round. They provide an aggregated weekly food subscription. Customers can choose vegetarian, omnivore or even a "paleo" option. CSA members also get 10% off of other purchases when they check out at their grocery stores. In low produce months, they provide North American Organic Produce as a supplement. Three pick-up days/times are available. Pick up your Weekly Harvest at the Kirkwood Store or Tower Grove Fridays 2-8:00 p.m. Sundays 28:00 p.m. Mondays 2-8:00 p.m. $50 a week + tax. Email: weeklyharvest314@gmail.com (Kirkwood) weeklyharvest8@gmail.com (Tower Grove). Or call Kirkwood 314-966-6566, Tower Grove 314-865-5260. localharvestgrocery.com. FamiLy Harvest Csa Yellow Wood Farm tries to provide a variety of items, in a reasonable quantity. They offer a range of about 815 various items per box. Pick up at Kirkwood or Hermann. 30 Week subscription for pick up at Kirkwood or Hermann only. Family Share: 30 weekly deliveries. Feeds a family of four or 2 vegetarians. Cost is $45/week. Half Share: 30 weekly deliveries. Feeds a family of two. Cost is $25/week. 16 Week Subscription: 16 weekly deliveries. $25/week feeds a family of 2 or supplemental for a family of 4. 30 Weeks. Scott & Tricia Wagner, 1905 Bickmeyer Rd., Hermann, MO 65041 eamail: Scott@yellowwoodfarms.com or signup online at www.yellowwoodfarms.com. La vista Csa Farm Since 2002. Mid May through mid November. La Vista also offers a Spring Greens Share from mid April-mid May. A variety of vegetables that can be grown in the region including broccoli, cabbage, Napa cabbage, Bok choi, specialty Asian greens mix, fresh herbs, medicinal herbs, carrots, eggplant, golden zucchini, heirloom tomatoes, sun gold cherry tomatoes, kale, chard, peppers, eggplant, scallions, potatoes, garlic, sweet potatoes, Winter squash, and much more. Visit their website for a complete list. Shareholders also enjoy access to the pick your own field, in which they can bring the whole family out for a day of picking delicious sugar snap peas, fresh herbs, strawberries, green beans, three varieties of cherry tomatoes, stunning flower bouquets, and medicinal herbs. Farm pick up on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2pm-7pm. They deliver to St. Louis every Saturday morning from 7am-9am at Garden Heights Nursery on 1605 South Big Bend Blvd. www.lavistacsa.org or find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Community-SupportedGarden-at-La-Vista-Godfrey-IL. Full Share $550 Alternate Share $300 Add a onetime fee of $25 for Saint Louis Delivery. Fill out an application at http://lavis-

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20 weekly deliveries of 15-20 lbs of produce during the 2013 calendar year Call Jim Prouhet @ 636-462-4058 www.sharedbounty.com 987 Hwy H, Troy, MO 63379 tacsa.org/apply-for-membership email crystal@lavistacsa.org Call (618)467-2104. Important upcoming events at their farm: CSA Sign Up at their booth at STL Earth Day and the Tower Grove Farmers Market Kick off Festival. Open House at the farm May 5th 12-2 . Eric and Crystal teach a variety of workshops ranging from building a cob oven, outdoor cooking, and using medicinal herbs. See http://www.lavistaelc.org/elc.htm. riverbend roots Since 2009. 25 weeks from mid-May through early November. They grow over 60 items, harvested at their peak of flavor and nutrition, hand-picked and in-season including a variety of greens, scallions, cabbages, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash, cucumber, garlic, and a variety of root vegetables. Pick up your vegetables at the farm on Tuesdays or Fridays. For an extra fee, they deliver to the following areas; Tower Grove, Webster Groves, University City, Brentwood/Ladue/Richmond Heights, Creve Coeur, Central West End, Kirkwood, Maplewood, Edwardsville. www.riverbendroots.com.

Full Share w/ Pick-Up at the Farm $535. Full Share Delivered 560*; Individual Share w/ Pick-Up at the Farm $285; Individual Share Delivered $310* * includes one-time delivery fee of $25. Call Kris or Stacey at 618-444-0567. Sign up via their website: http://www.riverbendroots.com/2013-csa-shares. eartH danCe Farms Since 2008. Mid-May through mid-Oct (24 weeks) What their CSA provides members: Arugula/Salad Mix, Snap Beans, Yard Long Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Broccoli Raab, Cabbage, Carrot, Chard, Cucumber, Eggplant, Fennel, Garlic, Kale, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Lettuce, Mesculin, Okra, Onion, Orach, Pac Choi, Parsnip, Snap Peas, Hot & Sweet Peppers, Sweet Potato, Radish, Scallion, Spinach, Summer & Winter Squash, Cherry & Slicing Tomatoes, Turnips, Watermelon, Basil, Cilantro, Dill, Parsley, and Flowers *subject to changes. Pick-up at EarthDance at The Mueller Farm, 233 S. Dade Avenue, Ferguson, MO 63135. Sundays 4-6pm and Mondays 12-6pm either day throughout the season. Pick-your-own herbs and flowers may be available as well. CSA membership is $600 per season with a onetime $25 non-refundable sign up fee. You can pay in one lump sum or in 3 payments. There is also a $25 sign up fee for new members. Returning members will not pay this fee. EarthDance will accept check or cash for payment. Checks should be made payable to EarthDance and sent to our office at 302 Thouroughman, Ferguson, MO 63135. Important upcoming events at their farm: EarthDance Summer Solstice Potluck: June 17th. Sign up on their website: http://www.earthdancefarms.org/what-we-do/earthdance-csaprogram/\. biver Farm Since 1996. May through October. Members pick up their shares at Biver Farms or at designated drop off points in the city of St. Louis or in the town of Edwardsville. Full Share: $450/season 23 week season. 1/2 Share: $375/season 23 week season. Contact Keith

WEEKLY HARVEST A weekly subscription of the best local foodswe pack it up and you pick it up. Vegetarian or omnivore. Try new products before they hit our shelves. Pick ups available at Tower Grove or Kirkwood stores Get 10% off any other purchases at time of pick up. In winter we supplement our local produce with organic U.S. grown produce & yummy prepared foods from our cafe. LOCALHARVESTGROCERY.COM

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7 Biver at 618-656-9082, 7307 Pin Oak Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025. vesterbrook Farm Since 2009. What their CSA provides members: Certified Organic or Certified Naturally Grown Vegetables, Fruits, Herbs, Eggs and PastureBased/Raised Meats. Pick up/delivery info: Home Delivery and several group sites including Soulard, CWE, Kirkwood, Fenton, Chesterfield, Wentzville. From $24-$80/week. Year round. See website for additional information or call farmer Mike at 573-560-0871. maude’s market Since 2010. Fresh, local food from over 50 farmers and other local producers. Seasonal CSA subscriptions last 10 to 12 weeks and take place throughout the year. Pay week to week or prepay for the whole season and receive a discount. Small Share - $35/week. Large Share - $55/week. 2013 Seasonal CSA Schedule: Winter - January 11 - March 30, Spring - April 12 - June 29 , Summer - July 12 - September 28, Autumn October 11 - December 21.Monthly CSA: Prepay & Pick up the last weekend of the month, Small Share $65/month, Large Share - $85/month. All CSA customers receive 10% off other items in store excluding items already on sale. Retail Hours are Wednesday 26pm, Thursday 10am - 6pm, Friday 10am - 6:30pm and Saturday 10am - 6pm. Contact Maude for further details or you can sign up for the CSA’s on our website www.maudesmarket.com. 314-353-4219 or email Info@MaudesMarket.com. Find us on Facebook. seeds oF Hope Farm Since 2011. Seeds of Hope CSA provides roughly a $20 value per share per week, mostly vegetables. Shares are available for pickup at 1120 Trampe Avenue in Spanish Lake on Friday from 3PM-7PM. A drop spot is also planned for Saturdays at Ferguson Farmers Market from 8-12. Subsidized shares are $12 per week, payable at time of pickup. Sponsorship and standard shares are payable at once or in two halves. Sponsorship:$786. Standard: $560. (Pro rated if signup is after start of season). Time frame in which produce is provided: May 17 to November 22. Membership agreement is available at seedsofhopefarm.org. To sign up or learn more, contact Gabriel at ghahn@caastlc.org or 314.566.8643. Website: www.seedsofhopefarm.org. sandy vaLLey Csa This is our first year with the CSA, but in previous years we have sold at Farmers Markets. Our CSA will run for 26 weeks starting in May. Our Full Package consists of a variety of 5-12 different vegetables per week. For example, if we have yellow squash, zucchini, tomatoes, green beans, bell peppers and cucumber available, that week you may get 3 yellow squash, 2 zucchini, 1-2 pounds of tomatoes, 1 pound of green beans, 2-3 bell peppers and 2-3 cucumbers. Please keep in mind this is just an example. Some weeks we will have a larger variety available than others and will be able to pass on that variety to you. Half Packages are very similar to the Full Packages, but are more for the person/family that wants a smaller amount. It will still be on a weekly basis, but only be about half the amount that is listed above. There will also be naturally raised beef, farm fresh eggs, and homemade sweet bread available to be added on each week. We will also be including tips and recipes to help you take advantage of the seasonal vegetables, especially the unfamiliar ones that come with your share. Pick up will be available at the farm on Tuesdays and Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Full Shares are $910.00 ($35 per week) Half Shares are $455.00 ($17.50 per week). We do request that the shares be paid in full so we can plant accordingly. Anything you add on can be paid for at pick-up that week. Sandy Valley CSA, 3843 Sandy Church Road, Hillsboro, MO 63050, (636) 479-9506. Please feel free to visit our website for more information, including our Membership Agreement. www.sandyvalleycsa.com.

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Lewis & Clark Summer Institute Our Jr Vet program is a perfect fit for anyone who is thinking about becoming a veterinarian (and it looks GREAT on college applications.) We offer over 100 activity choices including two Zip-Lines, Climbing Walls , Archery, Riflery, Survival Skills, Crafts, Pottery, Cooking, Crime Science, Theater, Animal Care and More. Visit www.MyAnimalCamp.com or call: 573-458-2125 and request your free brochure.

hot glass, pottery wheel, jewelry making, digital darkroom, fashion and textile design, painting and drawing and more. Teens 15-18 can become a Summer Camp Intern and work with the younger campers and our artist instructors. New this year is a two week high school immersion camp in collaboration with Saint Louis University, July 22-Aug 2. Visit www.craftalliance.org for more information.

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Our younger campers will enjoy daily pony rides, water play, Montessori class time and art activities. Countryside offers a ten-week summer camp from June 3rd -August 9th. Camp hours: 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. with a Full Day Option (8:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.) or Extended Hours (7:00 a.m.5:30 p.m.) You can register for as little as two weeks or for all ten weeks! Countryside is located at 12226 Ladue Road in Creve Coeur and was established in 1964. Call 314-434-2821 or visit www.montessori4children.com to learn more.

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YMCA Camp Lakewood side of our city. Whether trekking through the forest at Castlewood or running through flowering prairies at Shaw, campers will learn the science and art of our great outdoors. Raintree’s Wildlands Trek is guided by degreed and certified teachers who will help each young child explore the mysteries and magic of the outdoors. With field trips every week, special guests, art encounters, science experiments, and community service, it’s sure to be a fascinating summer at Raintree!

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Get ready to have a blast! Sign up for Summer Science Blast at the Saint Louis Science Center and find amazing summer adventures. Learn to fly a real airplane. Design and build your own robot. Build and launch your very own rocket! Explore the science behind cooking and more! For 2013 we are offering a full summer of our popular early childhood programs! Camp opens June 3 through August 2. We offer camps for ages 4-18. Halfday, fullday, and flexible extended care options. Online registration now available! Call (314)289-4439 or visit http://www.slsc.org/Just4Kids /SummerScienceBlast.aspx to get a brochure.

Ymca of greater St. LouiS DaY campS TIME TO BE A KID. For more than 130 years, Y camps have been providing kids opportunities to learn, have fun, and create lasting friendships. Y camps have something for every interest – from traditional outdoor camps to dozens of “specialty” camps involving exciting adventures and themes, sports, games, arts, dance, and much more. Sign up at any one of 17 Y branches that offer camps. Ages 3 to 16. Camps run all summer from May 28 to August 9. Half-day and full-day camps available. Check out our DISCOUNTS! Call 314-436-

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How Did My Daughter Develop A Love Of Writing? progress from the materials in which she works, rather than being told she has made an error. My daughter has come home from school these past few weeks with new stories that she has written “A bird doesn't sing because it has on her own. At home, she writes dinner menus and an answer, it sings because it has a ‘dans pardy’ invitations. She is having a wonderful time branching off into this new communicative song.” -- Maya Angelou domain. Initially, I was concerned that her writings were on the wrong track. For instance, she would spell e’ve all been there. We’ve seen our ‘of’ as ‘uv’, or “dans pardy” instead of “dance children put their shoes on the party.” So, with my corrective instinct I wrong feet, their shirts Children learn thought I was supposed to point out on backwards, and we’ve seen them misspell words like “pardy” instead of best when they these errors. But, her teacher reminded me that the main goal for this begin“party.” are given the ning writing stage was for her to develAnd, our instinct is to correct these an interest and love of writing. And, errors. Because, after all, how else will opportunity to op if I continually corrected her spelling our child learn which shoe goes on the right foot? But, wouldn’t she learn correct their own efforts at this early stage she may after time and with experience that the errors on their become reluctant to participate in this learning process. right shoe simply feels better on the This is not to say that I couldn’t own time. right foot? provide her additional opportunities to The parenting impulse to correct learn the correct spellings. We could read a book or our child’s errors may stem from an inability to other print material with these same words. And as remember what it was like to be a child navigating we read together she will gain exposure to words the world. Much like my two-year-old and her conand implicitly learn the proper spellings. In fact, just tinual “me do it” assertions, children are born with yesterday she sent me a new invitation for a “party.” the desire to figure out the world on their own. And, Within a very short amount of time she self-correctwhen we point out errors during their early navigaed her own spelling. tions it may send the wrong message. Children learn My husband told her the other day that she was best when they are given the opportunity to correct like a sponge to which she replied, “Yes, and I’m their own errors on their own time. soaking up all the letters with my brain.” This is the Montessori education my six-yearFor more information please contact the old daughter experiences at Chesterfield Montessori Chesterfield Montessori School at 314-469-7150 or School. She has been given an opportunity to learn visit www.chesterfieldmontessori.org. at her own pace and receive feedback on her by Barbara O’Brien, Ph.D. Developmental Psychologist

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Proactive Versus Reactive: The Pitfalls of Finding Help For Your Adolescent by Beth Reese, LPC, HCom

y career as a family therapist (aka psychotherapist) started back when parents could receive help proactively from the Division of Family Services. I worked with stressed out single mothers with limited resource face the daily pressures of meeting the many needs of their children. I taught parenting skills and about the importance of self-care for care providers. However, as the State budget got tighter and tighter, funding was reserved for the neediest cases and, eventually, mostly crisis situations. Interventions became almost totally reactive. Now in private practice, the families I work with are struggling with their own tightening budgets and dwindling insurance benefits for the interventions and treatment they are able to locate. Parents are worried about their child’s emotional struggles or problematic school issues; they want to be proactive, but they don’t have the time (or the funds) to locate a professional with whom they feel comfortable. I have learned a lot in the years since that first job, and three things have held true throughout: 1) Being a parent is a very difficult commitment under the best of circumstances; 2) Adolescence is a difficult stage of life (even under the best circumstances); and 3) The experience is different for EVERY parent and EVERY adolescent…no two people react to the stressors of life the same way. So now we know the problem; the solution is to locate a professional who treats every child, parent and/or family as unique. This is the hallmark of my

private practice. Every person deserves to be treated respectfully and appreciated for the unique individual they are, regardless of the struggles they are trying to manage at the time. I don’t use the “f-word” (fault) because nobody lives in a vacuum, meaning who we are and how we react is impacted by our interactions with other people, especially our family. While encouraging children/teens to understand and express their present experiences, I can often assist parents in providing the support their child specifically needs at this point in their life. This approach reduces feelings of blame and fault-finding because everyone is encouraged to accept age-appropriate responsibility for his/her role in the family system. Even when I am only treating an individual without the rest of the family, I still refer to how that person is impacted by (and impacts) his/her family system. My responsibility as the therapist is to choose among my therapeutic tools to find ones which support each family member while moving the family (or the individual) toward their goals. For the past eight years, homeopathy has been a very successful resource I use, when it is appropriate and agreed upon. What is homeopathy? It would take more than an article (or two) to fully explain what homeopathy is and what is does; however, in my next article I will offer a brief concise picture. If your curiosity gets the better of you, you might do some research at www.NationalCenterForHomeopathy.org. For more information contact Beth Reese LPC, CHom at 314-807-0192. Located at 106 West Madison, Kirkwood.

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ifestyle medicine experts, Dr. Hans Diehl and Dr. John Kelly, will empower you to take control of your health. The movie Processed People kicks off this event on Friday, March 15 at 6:30, followed on Saturday morning, March 16, at 10:00 AM with a series of lectures throughout the day (lunch is provided), and at 2:30 PM Sunday. The location is the St. Louis Central Seventh-day Adventist Church, 5 N. Skinker (corner of Wydown and Skinker Blvd.) Hans Diehl, Ph.D., monitored and evaluated lifestyle medicine as director of the research and health education departments of the Pritikin Longevity Center. He holds a PhD in health science with emphasis on lifestyle medicine and a master’s degree in public Dr. Diehl health nutrition from Loma Linda University. Dr. Diehl brings to St. Louis the message that people don’t have to die of Western killer diseases. He is founder of the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP), which has been conducted in several countries, where more than 55,000 graduates have learned how to turn the disease processes around. His research, published in peer-reviewed journals and medical textbooks, shows that most people with essential hypertension, type 2 diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and heart disease can reverse these diseases and often become drug-free within weeks by simplifying their diet. In addition, overweight people learn how to eat more and lose weight on a permanent basis. Dr. Diehl is a stimulating, dynamic, and entertaining speaker. His books, Health Power and Dynamic Living (co-authored with Dr. Aileen Ludington), have sold over 2 million copies and have been translated into 17 languages. Dr. John Kelly is Medical Director and cofounder of the Rocky Mount Lifestyle Health Center, and received his MD/MPH Degree at Loma Linda University. He currently lectures on the emerging field of epigenetics’ influence on medical practice. His vision is “a healthy, balanced and productive life for every member of the community, lives with gratitude to God and in service to each other.” The Center provides medical, educational and research services, focusing on therapeutic lifestyle intervention programs (like CHIP) for the benefit of the public. The Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP) is an award-winning lifestyle intervention program. It is scheduled to begin on April 8, 2013, in St. Louis. For more information about CHIP, to attend one of the information sessions scheduled at various locations between March 13 through April 4. For information session locations, and to review the brochure online, or to register for CHIP, visit healthystl.com or call 314-732-2773. More About tHe CHIP ProgrAM The Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP) - formerly Coronary Health

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decreasing stress, thus aiding in preventing and reversing disease. WHy DoeS CHIP exISt? CHIP is based on the fact that 75% or more of our Western diseases are “lifestyle-related,” according to the U.S. Surgeon General[1]. These diseases are connected to our processed diet; lack of exercise; overuse of cigarettes,

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double Helix stable Cluster Water: The Theoretical Physicist On Water For Healing By Simon Yu, MD

he Second International Water and Health Symposium was held at California Institute of Technology (Cal Tech) on Jan 31-Feb 1, 2013 in Pasadena, California. I want to share some of my experiences from the symposium. Many distinguished academic professors and medical clinicians from around the world attended. They heard the presentation by the prominent theoretical physicist, Shun Yin Lo, Ph.D., on his new discovery of stable cluster water and its healing property. Water has three distinct phases of its physical property, as vapor, liquid, and solid (ice). However, during the transition phases, there is an anomaly state of this physical property called clustered high density and low density water. Dr. Lo was able to mathematically predict the formation of stable cluster water at an ultra-super diluted state and proved it with Atomic Force Microscopy. The stable cluster water is a new solid phase of water that does not melt at standard temperature and pressure. Of all the Stable Water Clusters, the ones that produce a double helix formation are investigated most as related to health. Throughout the symposium, speakers were presenting not only academic aspects of anomalous stable cluster water, but many clinicians also discussed health benefits from using Double Helix water for chronic diseases such as diabetes, arthritis, Lyme disease, cancer, and especially for autism. Dr. Lo thinks the double helix water (DHW) works like a needle in acupuncture. It enables healthy energy (Qi) to flow better and stimulate an intrinsic self-healing mechanism of the body. He was demonstrating with Far-infrared Thermal imaging pre and post using DHW. DHW can improve people’s health no matter their state. As a theoretical physicist, he is making a bold assumption that meridians are made of Structured Clustered Water with help of Quantum Field Theory and modeled after Heisenberg’s theory and DebyeHuckel equation. The mechanism of the DHW is promoting self- healing by influencing the systems (such as, the immune system), organs, tissues, cell, molecules, atoms, and charges at the photon level. I really liked the idea of a theoretical physicist who can make a bold assumption. I always thought that theoretical physicists come up with weird ideas like Big Bang theory and String theory while they are drinking beer in the pub. But, Dr. Lo’s idea is applying theoretical physics directly to a living system with water, more specifically, double helix water. Professor Nisson from Sweden, currently on the faculty at Stanford University, spoke about X-ray spectroscopy on the mystery of water and hydrogen bonding in low and high density water. I am not sure I was in a trance or dosed off but he covered ion solvation and hydrophobic interactions using X-ray spec-

troscopy. Another interesting speaker was Mae-Wan Ho, Ph.D. biochemist/population geneticist, author of a pioneering work on the physics of organisms and sustainable systems, The Rainbow and the Worm. She claims living water aligned by collagen fibers fulfill all the criteria for proton super-conduction, making them excellent candidates as meridians of traditional Chinese medicine. She used physicist’s terms to describe living water like Quantum Coherent water, Quantum Field, Coherent Quantum Electrodynamics in living water. Who can dispute her? She sounded like another theoretical physicist describing biological systems at the atomic and sub-atomic level. Bioengineering Professor Gerald Pollack from University of Washington spoke on “The secret Life of Water: E=H2O.” His lecture covered Exclusion Zone (EZ) solid non-polar fourth phase of water. EZ phenomenon occurs in everyday life and includes cloud formation, building a sandcastle, low friction during ice skating, as well as biological applications such as why a joint does not squeak, injury induced swelling, and blood flow dynamics. There was a group discussion at the end of the two day conference on how to spread this healing property of double helix water. One member of the audience identified herself as a medical ethicist from the State of California. She was threatening the whole group with the warning that if the group does not conduct themselves ethically to promote double helix water, she is there to cut their throats! It was amazing to hear a so-called wholesome ethicist abuse her power as a bureaucrat by threatening to “cut your throat” when we were there discussing how to help people! I’m sure this is not only in California. It certainly dampened the spirit of the conference. Overall, I was excited to learn about the potential

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Buffalo Brewing Company 3100 Olive Street, St. Louis. Cathedral square Brewery 721 N. 2nd St. 3914 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis. St. Louis, MO 63102 Crown Valley Brewing Company Phone: 314-231-9970 St. Genevieve, MO. morganstreetbrewery.com exit #6 Brewery 5055 Highway North, St. Charles. 4 Hands Brewing Company 1220 8th Street, Saint Louis. Granite City Food & Brewery 11411 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur. Griesedieck Brothers Brewery Co. The Griesedieck family has been involved in the brewing industry for over 245 years, spanning two continents, surviving the Napoleonic Wars, two World Wars and Prohibition. At its peak, Griesedieck Brothers Brewery produced over 1 million barrels of beer and was the hometown brewery of St. Louis, preferred over all other local brands until the brewery's sale to Falstaff

O'Fallon Brewery left unfiltered creating a natural 26 West Industrial Drive, O'Fallon. cloudiness. Some of the ingredients Perennial Artisan Ales that give Shock Top its unique flavor 8125 Michigan Ave, St. Louis. include coriander and other spices saint Louis Brewery / schlafly Tap room along with fresh orange, lemon, and 2100 Locust Street, St. lime peels. Shock Top has received Louis, 63103. awards in consecutive years at the North American Beer www.schafly.com. Festival. Enjoy the refreshing taste of Shock Top at Morgan street Brewery schlafly Bottleworks many local restaurants and pubs. You can also purchase Brewing for nearly two decades, 7260 Southwest Ave, Shock Top at area grocery stores, convenience stores, When We’re Open: Morgan Street Brewery is an St. Louis, 63143. and other retail locations. Mon:Closed – award-winning craft microbrewery www.schlafly.com. Visit www.ShockTopBeer.com to learn more and to find Open for Private Events Enjoy Responsibly Tueshand-crafts – Sun: 11am-2:30am Established in 1991, Schlafly Beer has always© 2012had a Brewing Co.,out that 1,400 barrels of to purchase Top today. Shock Top Shock where Top ® Belgian-Style Wheat Ale, St. Louis,Shock MO six row Brewing Company simple mission: to brew great beer and throw great partheir own distinctive beer. We proPA Closing Date:1/18/13 Trim: 10.25” x 6” Brand: Shock Top BW 3690 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis. ties. Today, Schlafly brews over 50 styles ofAECDbeer each duce styles in every color spectrum, including Honey AD QC: CS Bleed:none Item #:PST201210296 Publication: Healthy Planet Live: 10” x 5.75” Job/Order #: square One Brewery year, from its flagship Pale Ale, to AMseasonal favorites Wheat, Maibock, and Oatmeal Stout. We also brew sea1727 Park Avenue, St. Louis. including Summer Lager and Pumpkin Ale. It has two sonal beers that compliment the changing St. Louis seaThe Civil Life Brewing Company brewery restaurants in St. Louis: the Schlafly Tap sons. Morgan Street’s Golden Pilsner won the World 3714 Holt Ave, St. Louis. Room, built into a reclaimed turn of the century printBeer Cup Championship in 2010. The Honey Wheat is Trailhead Brewing Company ing house, and Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood, also one of our top sellers, followed closely by Vienna 921 South Riverside Drive, St. Charles. which features a solar panel array, an organic vegetable and Maibock. Enjoy a "Brewski", which is a sample of Urban Chestnut Brewing Company garden, and regular farmers markets. For more inforfive of our beers currently on tap, along with an excelis a craft brewery located in the mation about Schlafly Beer and events, visit lent variety of foods prepared by Culinary Institute city of St. Louis, MO. It is our www.schlafly.com. graduate Trisha Donze in one of the oldest buildings on shock Top ambition to be a consistent and Laclede's Landing. Beers are now available in sixShock Top is a traditional Belgian-Style wheat ale. meaningful contributor to the packs and are also available on tap at other fine dining Available in six different varieties including Belgian vibrant craft beer culture and genestablishments around town. Learn more at www.morWheat, Raspberry Wheat, Wheat IPA, Lemon Shandy, eral community of St. Louis. In ganstreetbrewery.com, call 314-231-9970, or stop in at Pumpkin Wheat, and Midnight Wheat. Shock Top is January 2011, we began brewing our beers, which are 721 N. 2nd St., St. Louis, MO 63102. 246823

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available around the St. Louis area both on draught, and in bottles. Our taste room and large outdoor biergarten combine to create a unique destination; a casual place to hang out and experience a 'litte bit of Bavaria', offering a wide selection of beers accompanied by small plates of cheeses, meats, featuring authentic German servingware (glasses /steins), imported biergarten tables and of course traditional German biers. Prost! David Wolfe. www.urbanchestnut.com 3229 Washington Ave, St. Louis. William K Busch Brewing Company 9216 Clayton Rd Ste 119, St. Louis

BreW PuBs/restaurants Cicero’s Family owned and operated since 1977. Cicero's is one of the pioneers of the St. Louis craft beer scene with more than 200 beers from around the world, including 55 on draught, since 1996. They also offer award winning pizza, pastas, desserts and wraps. Full dinner menu until 12:30am Monday through Saturday and 11pm on Sunday. One of St. Louis' first live music venues. they still host shows throughout the week from local as well as touring bands from all over the world. Cicero's offers excellent Italian cuisine with American stylings. On Wednesdays Cicero's has a free beer school where you have the opportunity to learn about the large number of beers they offer. 6691 Delmar Blvd, St Louis, MO 63130.(314) 862-0009. www.ciceros-stl.com International tap House 161 Long Rd. #107, Chesterfield 1711 S. 9th Street, St. Louis Bridge tap House and Wine Bar 1004 Locust, St. Louis Iron Barley 5510 Virginia, St. Louis the scottish arms 6-10 South Sarah St., St. Louis

Dressel's 419 N Euclid Ave., St. Louis Llywelyn's Pub ® Llywelyn’s Pub is a true Celtic pub serving up Celtic /American fare & world-class spirits. If you're looking for a place to watch the next big game, we offer HD TV's, free Wi-Fi, and over 60+ domestic & craft beers to choose from. Or hop aboard Llywelyn's trolley on your way to the stadium or dome! Plus, enjoy outdoor seating, happy hour specials Sun-Fri and banquet areas for your next party. Ready for a great time? Llywelyn's features Live Music every Friday and Saturday night highlighting St.Louis’s favorite local bands. With 5 convienent locations, you’re sure to find a pub near you. It's all at Llywelyn's Pub. Celtic for good times. www.llywelynspub.com. 4747 McPherson Avenue, St. Louis; 1732 9th Street, Soulard; 17 Moody Ave., Webster Groves; 7434 Village Ctr. Dr., Winghaven; 100 N. Main St., St. Charles. Craft Beer Guide continues on page 20

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CRAFT BEER GUIDE Where Beer Is Brewed & Imbibed In The St. Louis Area

Aspiring Brewmaster Directs Operations At Llywelyn’s Pub by J.B. Lester, Healthy Planet Publisher/Editor

suppose it’s my English, Scottish, Irish, German heritage that makes me such a beer lover. After visting many pubs and taverns in Europe, I have long been a beer aficionado or as one beer blogger calls himself, a “cerevisaphile”. Cerevisa is Latin for beer. In most countries, the local “pub” or “tavern” is the place where locals meet to sip and socialize. It is no wonder then that pubs top my list of evenings out. And it was at Llywelyn’s Pub in Webster Groves where I met another beer lover and Llywelyn’s Director of Operations, Tom Brehen. This smiling, unassuming young man has a growing passion for the art of beer making. In fact, he recently had the opportunity to create his own special brew, a Russian Imperial Stout that is available at Llywelyn’s Pub. My wife and I had the pleasure of tasting Tom’s new brew, and found it bold in flavor and smooth on the tounge. And with a higher alcohol content than most beers, it is served in a brandy snifter instead of a tall beer glass which usually indicates a sipping versus gulping experience. Tom calls it “a very efficient beer.” I recently had a chance to dig into this aspiring brewmaster’s mind to see just what drives his passion for

stouts, ales & lagers. Why are you attracted to brewing? Tom: The love of beer attracted me to brewing. I love cooking, and brewing is cooking, essentially. I’m proud of all the beers I have made and love tweaking recipes. I also love the camaraderie of the home brewing community. What level brewer are you? Tom: I am a home brewer that is fortunate enough to work with different brewers around the area. How long have you been brewing and what are your brew plans for the future? Tom: I have been brewing for 2 years now. Right now I am planning along with four other home brewers to set up a co-op or partnership to combine different ideas and/or techniques. I would like to start a nano-brewery in the St. Louis Area and then maybe move on to microbrewery status. Are you an independent brewer or is your brewing connected to Llywelyn’s? Tom: I am fortunate enough to be able to brew with various local breweries. We then buy those beers through the distributorship and sell through our 6 locations. We can move enough beer where it is worthwhile for these local breweries to work with us. It creates excitement for us and more

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Llywelyn’s Pub Director of Operations, Tom Brehen, shows off his “very efficient” Russian Imperial Stout. sales for the local breweries. What was your first brew and why did you choose that recipe? Tom: My first brew was a Russian Imperial Stout. I chose that type because I absolutely love the malty, chocolaty smoothness with a bigger hop kick than most traditional stouts. It blew the top off my fermenter. Ugly mess. Would you like to own your own brew house someday? Tom: That would be a great dream for me to achieve. Hopefully one day I can make enough beers that make a lot of people smile. Pair up three of your favorite craft beers with three of your favorite foods. Tom: Old Rasputin Imperial Stout from North Coast Brewery and Steak. The Civil Life Brown and a slow cooked brisket. 4 Hands Divided Sky Rye IPA and Pizza. What do you see for the future of Craft Beers and Micro Breweries? Tom: I see only growth. The new craft beer drinkers are a finicky lot. We like certain beers, but want to move on to a new one as soon as it touches the market. That basically creates an infinite market for craft beer. We see it all the time at

the pubs, a highly anticipated beer is released; there is a huge bubble of sales, then the community moves on to something else. This is why the seasonal offerings are so popular. If a brewery can produce great tasting beers and find its niche then the possibilities are endless. What would you say are the "Green" and "Healthy" benefits of Craft Beers? Tom: I know Schlafly gives their spent grain (grain that was steeped in water) away to local farmers for feed. I do believe they give away the spent yeast as well. These are really the only biproducts of brewing beer. Meaning no waste. As to the health benefits, besides the mental health of letting out stress, Craft beer contains more nutrients than does wine. Craft beer also contains some soluble fiber, some B vitamins (notably folate), a range of antioxidants and it is also the richest source of silicon; silicon in the diet may help in countering osteoperosis. It’s good for you!!! Stay tuned for more craft beer stories in the April edition of The Healthy Planet magazine. In the meantime, I suggest visiting a local brewery or a brew pub and taste testing for yourself what all the excitement is about. It will certainly cure what ales you! - JBL

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Shock Top now offers Six Flavorful Varieties of Beer

hock Top offers six different varieties of beer including the Belgian White, Raspberry Wheat, Wheat IPA, Lemon Shandy, Pumpkin Wheat, and Honeycrisp Apple Wheat. We’ve shaken up traditional tastes by brewing a spiced Belgian-style wheat ale with real orange, lemon and lime peels, and then added a little coriander spice to the mix. This uniquelycrafted and award-winning ale is unfiltered to create a brew that is naturally cloudy with a light golden color and a smooth, refreshing finish. Shock Top has collected awards in consecutive years at the North American Beer Awards. Raspberry Wheat delivers the same smooth taste of Shock Top, with a hint of raspberry flavor. This traditional Belgian-style wheat ale is brewed with essence of wild raspberry and hand-selected hops. It’s this combination that gives it its crisp and distinctive Shock Top taste, with its own flavorful twist. This unfiltered ale has a light-golden color and a smooth finish, and if you’re curious, it technically doesn’t count toward your daily fruit intake. Shock Top Wheat IPA is no traditional beer. It’s a unique hybrid that combines the fresh flavor and smoothness of wheat beer with the crisp hop bitterness of an IPA. The result is a beer that is truly like no other. To serve, pour down the side of the glass until a half inch is left in the bottle. Swirl the remaining brew and

pour to produce a rich, thick collar of foam that releases the citrusy Cascade hop aroma. Our Lemon Shandy is a unique take on the classic Shandy that is distinctly Shock Top. Brewed with two row and six row malted barley and five different types of hops, this Belgian-Style Wheat Ale is then combined with citrus peels, coriander, natural lemonade flavor and a hint of sugar for a subtle sweetness. The end result is an incredibly refreshing, crisp and smooth beer that hits the spot. Our Pumpkin Wheat seasonal offering combines the smooth taste of Shock Top with the flavors of Fall. We start with a traditional Belgian-style wheat ale and then brew with ripe pumpkins and a variety of autumnal spices, including nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves, for a refreshingly smooth beer that fully captures all the flavors of fall. Shock Top Honeycrisp Apple Wheat is a unique, hand crafted brewed hybrid of Belgian wheat beer and sweet cider, with natural Honeycrisp flavor added to produce an innovative new brew that is crisp, refreshing and flavorful. This unfiltered brew is the perfect beer to welcome the warming Spring days. Find Shock Top at locations all throughout the greater St. Louis area. To learn more about Shock Top and find a location near you, visit www.ShockTopBeer.com.

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Ffresh R E S H fare FARE HealtHy Campfire Cooking by Kari Hartel, RD, LD Program Coordinator, Cooking Matters, Operation Food Search

ven as there is still a chill in the air, you may starting to plan your first camping trip of the Spring or Summer. Or maybe you are one of those hardy winter campers. Please clip this article and put it with your camping equipment so you will have it when the weather suddenly turns warmer and you experience the call of the wild. food Choices Oftentimes, you’re limited in your food choices because you may not have a lot of cooking equipment available. Most people stick with the usual campfire meal ideas—hot dogs, hamburger, s’mores, etc. Unfortunately, most foods typically associated with camping tend to be less-healthy choices. However, it’s possible to cook more nutritious options if you do some planning ahead of time. Let’s foster some culinary creativity in the great outdoors. Creating a good fire pit To create a clean-burning fire pit (essential for cooking), always use dead, dry wood. Start the fire in a provided pit rather than on top of brush, which can potentially spread to unwanted areas. Use rock or dirt as your base. Use a pit that is dug deep in the ground to protect it from wind. This will help the fire burn slower for cooking. Grade the coals in order to have a level burn-

ing area and an area where the coals are smoldering. packing the right equipment and ingredients You’ll need a few basic items to ensure you have the right equipment and ingredients to cook up a few easy, nutritious meals. Be sure to pack an ample amount of aluminum foil as this will act as an excellent cooking vehicle. Gather a few basic utensils, including tongs, a knife (especially if cleaning fresh fish you catch and cook), oven mitts, and a couple large spoons and forks. Pack a few of your favorite herbs and spices, dry bouillon (cubes or powder), chopped vegetables, and canola/olive oil, to easily add tons of flavor. easy, Healthy Campfire meals Foil-Pack “Steamer” Pouches – doublewrapping moist foods in aluminum foil creates a beautifully-steamed dish. Lightly oil the bottom of a piece of foil, add a piece of fish, your favorite veggies (chopped and bagged before your trip), a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and your favorite dried herbs and spices. Fold the sides up and roll it to seal it tightly. Cook it over smoldering coals until the fish is flaky, about 6 minutes. toasty Burritos – prepare taco meat and rice at home, freeze it, and let it thaw for your second day of camping. Add shredded cheese, cooked brown rice, salsa, and veggies, and wrap it in a whole-wheat tortilla. Wrap in aluminum foil and cook for 3 minutes on both sides. Beef Stew – toss into aluminum foil some beef stew meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, bouillon, dried herbs, salt, spices, oil, and a little water. Wrap the foil tightly and cook for 30-45 minutes over smoldering coals. Steamed Veggies – Simply toss together your favorite vegetables with some oil, salt, herbs, and spices, and cook for several minutes until tender. Now didn’t this article on Campfire Cooking make you feel all warm inside? Your first camping trip will come sooner than you think! Thanks to a generous donation from Shop ‘N Save, Operation Food Search is providing grocery store tours at local Shop ‘N Save stores teaching people how to shop and eat healthy on a budget. If you’re interested in participating in Shopping Matters, please call Christina Popp at 314-726-5355 ext. 12. Please visit our booth at the Healthy Planet Natural Living Expo, Sunday March 10 in Webster Groves.

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n honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Bixby’s and Cafe Madeleine will serve Irish brunch specials every Sunday in March, except Easter Sunday, from 10am to 2pm. Cost will be $24.75 per person at Bixby’s, $13.50 for children 12 and under, children 3 and under are free. At Cafe Madeleine the cost is $23.75 per person, $10.75 for children 10 and under, children 3 and under are free. The brunch will feature a nod to authentic Irish favorites including traditional Irish soda bread, corned beef and cabbage, and smoked

salmon; along with a delectable assortment of desserts, and, as always, Bixby’s offers a complimentary glass of champagne. As a specialty bonus, Bixby’s and Cafe Madeleine will offer a glass of Irish beer for an additional $5. Call Bixby’s at 314-575-5658 or visit bixbys-mohistory.com to make reservations today. Bixby’s is located on the second floor of the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. Café Madeleine is located in the Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park. Call 314-5755658 to make reservations today.

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n the state of mind we label Hypnosis, research studies show we are more responsive to suggestion. Hypnosis can help us use our inner abilities to achieve a goal. Pain management, habit control, fears, and a vast range of psychological and medical issues may be addressed in a positive way with Hypnosis. Doesn't Every Therapeutic Intervention Involve Suggestive Communication? Hypnosis is a process of suggestive communication! “Hypnosis allows for therapeutic possibilities simply not likely through other means. This alone warrants serious consideration.” (Yapko; Family Therapy Magazine, Aug. 2008) As a Pastor, I was very traditional, then I learned of Hypnosis. I called a psychologist, that belonged to my church, he said, “Hypnosis is great! I use hypnosis with my clients. Hypnosis is a valuable tool.” Since then, Hypnotism has helped my clients in all types of pastoral counseling, pain management, weight control, smoking cessation and confidence issues. See www.mitchellprogram.com and www.hypnoprogram.com for more info about my practice. In the age of psychopharmacology, I believe too many Practitioners are often more likely to encourage clients to try drugs than to teach new coping skills. For many Practitioners learning a new technique like Hypnosis is outside their comfort zones, (As it was mine!). However,in an age where many Practitioners are talking about “mindfulness”, ”focusing”, ”guided imagery”, “mind-body healing” it is clear that these techniques are hypnoticly based in their use of focusing and suggestive methods to achieve their results. If you want to learn and understand more about how to use the seemingly automatic unconscious

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Recently someone asked me, “How do you define the meaning of the word “Spiritual”? When someone says, “I am not very religious but I am spiritual”, what do they mean? Then they went on to ask me, “What defines “Spiritual Maturity”? Wow, two very deep questions! I would be interested in how you, the reader would answer those questions. Please e-mail me with your thoughts and ideas. Over the past few weeks, I have asked a number of people those questions. The following is an assortment of some of their answers. “Spiritual” • To be aligned with what is divine or sacred. • To serve a higher power. • To live knowing you are a Spiritual Being. • Intimacy with God your Creator. “Spiritual Maturity” • Willingness to accept personal responsibility for actions and behavior. • Living life on life’s terms. • Having core beliefs based on love, forgiveness and compassion. • Body, Mind and Spirit Alignment. • Maintain good and consistent self love and nurturance. • Being Authentic! • Meaningful and Bonded Relationships. • Dealing with adversity in a meaningful way.

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I would like to invite you to a really wonderful opportunity to explore your spirituality, spiritual wellness and the diversity of faith traditions that are all around us. Each month, on the third Tuesday from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, Dr Yu and I host a “Medical Spiritual Wellness Support Group” at Prevention and Healing. The address is 10908 Schuetz Road, 63146. This program is committed to the mission of Holistic Medicine in providing education and resources for the whole person. It has become a very inspirational, diverse and meaningful time of fellowship and establishing new understanding and new friendships. Come and join us. The March meeting is on Tuesday the 19th. We will have a guest speaker that night you won’t want to miss. Kelly O’Donnell, CHHC, MSW, from “Best Food Forward”. She is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor and will give you a new and refreshing understanding of how food and nutrition play a key role in your health and well being. I hope to see you there! Chaplain Paul

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Use Horticultural Molasses to Kill the Dreaded Nutsedge – Organically! By Kim Reiss

Planting The Seeds of Happiness, Hope and Love by Linda Wiggen Kraft

ope, happiness and love are perhaps the strongest positive emotional forces humans can experience. One of the ways to grow and nurture these feelings is to plant seeds in a garden, take care of them, watch them grow and reap the harvest of nourishment for body and soul. Spring brings renewal to life. The quiet gathered during the winter transforms into the shouts of spring when the bright blossoms of flowers return. For most of us the return of living bright colors brings a joy and hope for newness in life. This time of year is also the time to sow seeds directly into the ground for an early cool weather garden of the year. Planting seeds carries hope in the very act of placing them in soil. A tiny seed holds not only the genetic material of its parents, it carries the hope that life will grow into something beyond imagination from such a small start. When seeds germinate and grow there is a joy in watching that life emerge. A tenderness and desire to nurture that life becomes a love that helps the plant grow. The newness of March is a time to begin planting cool weather gardens. Seeds can be sown directly into the ground. If the weather is below freezing and it snows, it is not a problem. In early March seeds that need a period of cold to germinate can be scattered on the ground. Poppies are some of my favorite flowers. I spread their seeds on the cool ground

in late winter. By June their tafetta and chiffon like blooms thrill my heart. In late March I also plant other cool weather flowers and vegetables. My list includes arugula, beets, carrots, calendula, chard, cilantro, collard greens, kohlrabi, lettuce, mustard greens, nasturtiums, peas, radishes and spinach. One of the easiest ways to plant is with square foot gardening. The number of seeds planted per square foot depends on how large the plants grow. For example four seeds for lettuce fill out the space, nine for spinach and sixteen for carrots. As the plants grow, with proper protection (in my case a wire fence to keep out the rabbits), watering and weeding; feelings of hope, happiness and love also grow. And as the harvest of cool weather flowers and vegetables takes place starting in May, a new hope emerges for the hot weather miracles like vine ripened to tomatoes that will bring a new round of happiness and love for and from the garden. Linda Wiggen Kraft is a landscape designer, mandala artist, photographer and meditation teacher. Her work can be seen on her website and blog: www.CreativityForTheSoul.com. Visit Linda at the Healthy Planet Natural Living Expo, Sunday, March 10 in Webster Groves. You can find a discount admission coupon on the back page of this issue of The Healthy Planet magazine.

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Cindy fine-tuned the art of gardening as co-owner/manager of Gilberg Perennial Farms (1979-2006). She developed extensive display gardens at this retail destination garden center that was devoted to educating the gardening public and offering a wide array of unusual plants. Gilberg Design and Consulting is Cindy’s focus now as she dedicates much of her time to assisting people in landscaping for storm water management, native plant landscaping and creating habitat gardens. Ongoing projects include work with Shaw Nature Reserve and the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance, both part of the Missouri Botanical Garden.

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inda designs gardens and landscapes with a holistic approach that not only enhances a person’s outer landscape, but also enhances a person’s inner landscape. Gardens can bring great enjoyment, fulfillment and healing to body, mind and soul. Linda’s background as an artist, meditation teacher, organic gardening advocate, and plant lover bring a unique perspective to creating Gardens For The Soul. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of Linda’s business Creveling Gardens, named after the street she lives on. She has designed, and with her helpers, installed gardens at many homes, churches, schools and public spaces throughout the region.

During her first year in business, she became ill from toxic chemicals commonly used in landscapes. This lead to her becoming one of St. Louis’s pioneers in promoting organic landscaping through her work and the articles she has written for The Healthy Planet magazine since 1998. She designed a vegetable gardening program for her children’s grade school that was featured in Organic Gardening magazine. She loves working with children’s gardens because she knows children who learn to love the earth will bring true healing to the world we all live in.

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ature will never cease to amaze if you take the time to slow down and observe it. Learning to slow down and be more observant is not so easy for busy families—it is much like being a child again and going on a treasure hunt. In fact, sharing this time with a child often teaches us adults how to find the ‘child’ within us. There is no need to wait for vacation time and go to far-off destinations. You can explore in your own yard. Add some native plants to your landscape to enhance the diversity of insects and birds that come to (Above) Birds weave bits of twigs and leaves to build their nests in hidvisit. Plan pathways and sitting places den places. Watch as birds collect nesting material to see where they where you can go to watch nature unfold. are nesting. Do not disturb them as they raise their young. (right) Frost Quiet and stillness is the key to being a flowers form at the base of wingstem stalks (Verbesina spp.) on cold good observer and that is exactly what we mornings in fall. These are the result of sap that oozes out and freezes, all need to balance our life in this hectic looking much like ribbon candy. (below) A bubbler stone that provides modern and often loud world. water year round will attract an abundance A diverse landscape of native trees, of birds. shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses Cindy Gilberg is a is the key to a diverse habitat that will attract insects Missouri native and hortiand birds. Plants that offer seed and berries at different culturist whose work times of the year are as important as plants that produce includes design and consultpollen and attract insects. If butterflies are of particular ing, teaching and writing. interest, plant not only plants for nectar but also the Much of her work focuses on host plants for the butterfly larvae. This includes comnative plants, habitat garbinations such as milkweeds and monarch butterflies, dens and rain gardens. pawpaw trees for the zebra swallowtail or violets and Cindy’s projects include the fritillary butterfly. Add a water feature—even one work at Shaw Nature as simple as a bubbler stone will be enough to attract all Reserve and its Native Plant sorts of birds in all seasons. Keep some good field School, the Shaw Profesguides handy for identifying birds and insects. sional Landscape Series and the Deer Creek Watershed So sit back and enjoy all the surprises and wonders Alliance. You can ontact as nature reveals itself. A quote I came across sums it Cindy at 314-630-1004 or up well – “the greatest gift of the garden is the restoracindy.gilberg@gmail.com. tion of the five senses” and of the soul as well.

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The Green Fair will offer “green” options including organic and community gardens, cleaning products, electric vehicles and more. Various companies and organizations in the St. Louis area will come together to conduct demonstrations and provide information about their services. The Green Fair is sponsored by the St. Louis Community College Sustainability Committee. For more information, contact Brian Bozek at 314-513-4856

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Healing Issues of the Heart ~ Mind-Body-Spirit Wellbeing by Dorothy Tomasic, M.A. Certified EPT Works Practitioner

urrently within the healing arts community, there is discussion about making connections between the mind and heart regarding our visions and hopes for how we would like our life to be. In the field of energy healing, various modalities focus on letting go of or changing false beliefs we may hold about ourselves that get in the way of the mind and heart coming together on what’s most important to us. So often these limiting beliefs are not on the conscious level of awareness and need to be accessed before we can understand the negative effect they can have on us. Gaining awareness about how our thinking affects us physically and emotionally is a positive step in overcoming blocks, strengthening relationships, reaching goals, healing old wounds and releasing stress. EPT Works (Emotional Polarity Technique) is a holistic therapy that helps with the process of letting go of the issues of the heart that interfere with your dreams, goals, hopes and good inten-

tions. This empowering therapy supports you in discovering and letting go of those things that no longer serve you. Letting go frees up positive energy that you can use to move forward and begin to live the life you’ve envisioned. EPT Works assists in the energetic alignment of Body, Mind and Spirit, quickly transforming your stress, relationships and health with Energy, Intuition and Forgiveness. When addressing heart (emotional) issues through EPT, a shift happens not only in the mind, but also in the body. This transformation happens within a 3-step process: FIND IT: FIND the issue by locating its origin through kinesiology or muscle testing and

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animal world news The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. — Gandhi

Springtime Cleaning Poses Concerns For Your Pets. Beware!!! by Dr. Doug Pernikoff, DVM

omehow, springtime stimulates even the most committed couch potatoes towards garage and basement cleaning. It may be the sense of 'a new beginning', associated with the inviting sounds of an orchestral ensemble of backyard birds; the smells and sights of newly erupting fragrant roses, dogwoods and peonies; or, maybe it has something to do with gentle rantings of our spouses, encouraging us to get the garden tools out and start preparing the plant beds for spring plantings. Whatever the impetus to do so, pet owners must be alert to the collection of chemicals and other threatening elements uncovered and newly presented to our exploring pets as they join us in our cleaning adventures. Whether it is a basement or a garage cleaning, the risks are common, as both sites encourage fall and winter stacking and packing. What do we release to our world as we set out to reorganize and discard the collections of our past seasons? One concern regards disturbing the warm, dark homes of spiders. The brown recluse spider is a frequent resident in our Missouri homes. They love those very low light, moist boxes, drawers and corners. Unfortunately, their bite can cause a good deal of tissue damage, and that concerns not only our own human safety, but our pets as well. In particular, as dogs and cats sniff out anything in motion, as is typical of a acutely exposed spider, it is not uncommon for a bite to occur. The degree of tissue damage is directly related to the amount of venom injected. Over time, if left unattended, the venom works it way outward, often in circular fashion, causing a gradual cell death and eventually, a loss of tissue that often requires veterinary surgical intervention towards the 'fix'. Certain trash items that repulse us, may be attracting to our pets. Ingestion of any number of trash items can create intestinal problems like irritation induced vomiting and diarrhea, or even obstructions along the bowel tract. Bones can become trapped in the mouth cavity, or even at the back of the throat, promoting a choking or gagging action. Be careful about sticking your own fingers into the mouth of an excited and scared critter, lest you find yourself at the emergency hospital tending to unexpected bite wounds. I always encourage a visit to the vet to clear such objects, where a light sedation can work best to accomplish the task safely. Another specific concern is the potential exposure of our pets to ethylene glycol, commonly referred to as 'anti-freeze'. It is a common practice to flush our radiators of this chemical come spring, which turns out to be highly toxic to all living critters. The problem is that this chemical is an alcohol derivative and thereby, is sweet and tasty to our pets' palates. The poison attacks the kidneys, causing complete failure based on the amount ingested relative to the size of the animal. If you suspect your beloved pet has ingested, or even licked at a pool of antifreeze, please find your way to the emergency veterinary clinic or to your family veterinarian. The sooner the response, the better the prognosis for your family pet. What other bad things may materialize throughout our cleaning actions? Don't forget a

diverse collection of chemicals to include plant fertilizers, insecticides, motor oils, fuels, solvents like paint thinner or battery acid leaking from that worn out battery we chucked over in the corner last fall. Anyone of these items can tempt the insatiable interests of our pets, and result in a toxic exposure. The general rule of thumb with most any of these poisons, is NOT to induce vomiting, as many are corrosive going in, and corrosive coming back out. The best rule is to get to the vet. They will support your pet with stomach protectants like activated charcoal; and, in other cases, they may suggest hospitalization, blood work and intravenous fluids for some specified amount of time. A logical safeguarding action would be to keep the pets inside, away from our cleaning episodes. And, again, should you suspect any sort of poison exposure by your pet, take the label along with you to the veterinarian, so he/she can best assess the risk and offer the best support possible. Good luck and enjoy the many wonders of spring time, but always keep your guard up on behalf of our beloved family pets. And, remember--- if you are looking for a new family pet, 'Don't shop, but rather, ADOPT!!!! Fondly, Dr. Doug Visit our booth at the Healthy Planet Expo, March 10 in Webster Groves!

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f you listen very carefully you can almost hear it. And if you take a deep breath you can even smell it. The subtle signs of spring are all around us and it won’t be long until all that is quietly stirring blooms to life. Yes, spring is almost here! With the scent of spring comes the promise of sunshine, warmer temperatures and lots of homeless animals. This is a busy time at animal shelters all across the country for it’s the natural mating season of any dog or cat that is not spayed or neutered. This is a heartbreaking, chronic problem in our country. Each year millions of healthy, adoptable cats and dogs are killed because there are not enough responsible homes for them. An unsprayed female cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 homeless cats in a seven year period. In just six years, one female dog and her young can produce 67,000 unwanted dogs. The tremendous pet overpopulation problem strains the budgets and resources of animal welfare agencies dedicated to aiding homeless animals. For the Humane Society of Missouri, this mission includes rescue, investigation of cruelty and neglect, comprehensive veterinary medical care, rehabilitation for horses and farmtype animals and education for all ages on the care and appreciation of animals in our lives. Our goal is to eliminate pet overpopulation through an affordable spaying and neutering option as in the options below: City SNIP - free spay/neuter surgeries to St. Louis City residents SNIP – available to Missouri residents for $19.99 per surgery SNOW Spay/Neuter Now – available to Missouri or Illinois resident for $99.99 per surgery Surgery appointments can be made by calling 314- 951-1534. Don’t wait, many lives tomorrow depend on your responsible action today. The typical storms in the Midwest are another factor in the number of animals turning up at agency doors. Lightning and thunder are common fears of many dogs and cats. Anxious

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t is fair to say that where there is a diversity of cultures characterized by genuine engagement there is also creativity, innovation and productivity,” said Cecelia Nadal, founder and executive director of Gitana Productions. Her words accurately describe the Al-Andalus Ensemble, performing in St. Louis on March 2 at 7 p.m. in the beautiful Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union Avenue. For eight centuries from 711-1492 A.D., Andalusian Spain witnessed a cultural melding between Africa, the East and the West, as well as among Christians, Muslims & Jews. This era, referred to as Al-Andalus, portrayed inclusion and tolerance, melding cultures in a remarkable artistic, scientific and cultural blend. Consequences of this period are credited with setting the stage for the European Renaissance. Fast-forward to 2013, and meet the Al-Andalus Ensemble. Tarik and Julia Banzi, founders of the AlAndalus, were awarded the “Just Plain Folks” award for “Best World Music Song of 2009,” chosen from

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Through May 26 ANN CODDINGTON RAST: flock Over 1000 birds in flight; Craft Alliance at Kranzberg Arts Center; for info, visit www.craftalliance.org. March 1-29 LIZ GILBERT: HISTORIES IN AFRICA, 20 YRS. OF PHOTOGRAPHY Opening reception, 5-7 p.m., lecture at 3 p.m.; May Photography Gallery, Sverdrup Bldg., 8300 Big Bend; for info, call 314-246-7673 or www.webster.edu/maygallery/. March 1-30 RICHARD HULL: PAINTING Opening reception, 5-9 p.m.; Bruno David Gallery, 3721 Washington; for info, call 314-531-3030 or visit www.brunodavidgallery.com. March 1-30 CINDY TOWER: NEST EGG Installation work; opening reception, 6-10 p.m.; Good Citizen, 2247 Gravois; for info, call 314-348-4587 or visit www.goodcitizenstl.com. March 2-29 A LENS WITHIN Opening reception, March 3, 2-4 p.m.; portraits by local artists Joyce Cooks, Gloria Henderson, Courtney Veszi, Galena Todorova; The Gallery at University City Public Library, 6701 Delmar. March 4-8 ECO-ART EXHIBITION St. Louis Community College at Wildwood Multipurpose Room; 2645 Generations Drive; for info, call 636-4222000 or visit www.stlcc.edu. March 9-May 18 WATERWORLD Glass by Michelle Hamilton; underwater nude photography by Ed Freeman; PHD Gallery, Cherokee; www.phdstl.com. March 15-April 12 DAVID LANCASTER: SCULPTURAL WALL PIECES STEVE TRUESDELL: DANCES-AS-SPORT PHOTOGRAPHY Concurrent with Doretha Washington’s fused glass; East Gallery, Third Degree Glass Factory, 5200 Delmar; for info, call 314-367-4527 or visit www.stlglass.com. March 17-April 28 UN VOYAGE DE DECOUVERTE Photography by Greg Kluempers; reception 6-8 p.m. on March 29; Northwest Coffee & Roasting Company, 4510 Maryland Avenue in Clayton; for info, call 314-791-6466. March 22-April 20 RON FONDAW & MICHELE RYKER-OWENS: SHIFTING GROUND Opening reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; The Gallery at Regional Arts Commission, 6128 Delmar; for info, visit www.stlrac.org. March 22-May 12 MEREDITH FOSTER Opening reception, 6-8 p.m.; Millstone Gallery at COCA, 524 Trinity Ave., for info, visit www.cocastl.org.

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ARTful Living St. Louis Area Fine Arts, Crafts & Performing Arts Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Arts Editor over 560,000 songs from 163 countries in the world’s largest Independent Music Awards. El Pais, the newspaper of Madrid, Spain, described the Ensemble as “a delightful proposition of exquisite music.” With oudist Tarik Banzi leading, the five-piece group merges the “exquisite” with raw passion and power, treating listeners to an extraordinary combination of East and West. Strains of classical, jazz and contemporary music finding roots in the Middle East, North Africa and Europe offer a cosmopolitan cultural beat. Recent international engagements for the Ensemble include performances in Belgium, Canada, Croatia, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Morocco, Spain, Slovenia, United Arab Emirates-- and now, St. Louis! The Al-Andalus Ensemble concert will open with words from two noted St. Louisans: Michael Castro, published award-winning poet and founder of River Styx, will present the Ensemble with Rabbi James Stone Goodman of Congregation Neve Shalom, who is also a writer and musician. This promises to be a most

memorable concert indeed. Gitana Productions is a 501(c) 3 arts and education nonprofit that provides global healing through music, dance and drama in the St. Louis community. This group regularly brings an impressive diversity of international and local artists, representing both traditional and innovative impulses. For more info, or to order concert tickets, visit www.gitana-inc.org. Michaelangelo is credited with saying, “What spirit is so empty and blind, that it cannot recognize the fact that the foot is more noble than the shoe, and skin more beautiful than the garment with which it is clothed?” Artists have long recognized the beauty and grace of the human form. In an exhibition opening at PHD Gallery on March 8, photographer Ed Freeman presents works that celebrate the human figure in a unique way. Described as “serene,” “hypnotic,” and “otherworldly,” Freeman’s photographs are taken underwater, capturing models in the fluid movements as possible only when suspended in water.

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*Through March 23 THE LIBRARY: LAUMEIER BRANCH Read over 40 publications from the Sculpture Park’s research library in gallery space; free; Laumeier Gallery, 12580 Rott Road; for info, call 314-615-5277 or visit www.laumeier.org. March 1 FIRST FRIDAY 5-9 p.m.; free; visit arts organizations throughout Grand Center, including Bruno David Gallery, Craft Alliance, Museum of Contemporary Religious Art, Portfolio Gallery, Pulitzer Foundation for the Arts, St. Louis University Museum of Art, Sheldon Art Galleries, William Shearburn Gallery. March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 FUN FRIDAYS Puppet show & carousel ride for preschoolers; 10 a.m.; Faust Park Carousel Bldg.; for info, call 314-615-8383. March 1-3 UNCOMMON WOMEN AND OTHERS Stage III, Webster Hall, 470 E. Lockwood; 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. March 2 ARTIST LECTURE: MARIA MAGDALENA CAMPOS-PONS Leading artist of Afro-Cuban diaspora discusses ritual and spirituality in art, 1:30 p.m.; free; Xavier Hall Theatre on

St. Louis University campus; reception follows at MOCRA. March 3 CONCERT SERIES: DANIEL SCHENE & EVA SZEKELY Performing Beethoven; 4 p.m.; $5; Music Recital Hall, 8282 Big Bend. March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 FAMILY SUNDAYS: ART OF THE ANCIENT WORLD Free family activities; 1-4 p.m.; St. Louis Art Museum; for info, visit www.slam.org. March 4, 15-17 UMSL THEATRE: FOUR BY TENN Celebration of Missouri’s own Tennessee Williams; Touhill Center for Performing Arts on UMSL campus; for info, visit 314-516-4100 or visit www.touhill.org. March 5 BENJAMIN BRITTEN CENTENARY CONCERT Free; 7 p.m.; Christ Church Cathedral, 1210 Locust; presented by Webster University. March 6 STROLLER TOUR 9-10 a.m. MORNING PLAY DATE, 10-11 a.m. Free activities for the stroller and toddler set, plus complimentary coffee, rolls and art discussion for adults; Contemporary Art Museum; 3750 Washington; for info, call 314- 535-4660 or visit www.camstl.org. March 7 JAZZ UNDER THE STARS: FLY ME TO THE MOON Live jazz plus local foods, brews and wines; 6-9 p.m., McDonnell Planetarium$35; for info, call 314-289-4424 or visit www.slsc.org. March 7 & 28 TALKING BACK TO THE MOVIES: WES ANDERSON “Rushmore” and “Royal Tennenbaums,” respectively; 8 p.m.; $6; Moore Auditorium, 470 E. Lockwood; for info, http://www.webster.edu/filmseries. March 8 FILM SCREENING: BRASSED OFF! Dir. Mark Herman, 1996; free; 7:30 p.m.; Contemporary Art Museum; 3750 Washington; for info, call 314- 5354660 or visit www.camstl.org. March 9-10 NEW YORK CITY BALLET: MOVES Presented by Dance St. Louis; 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. respectively; Fox Theatre; for info, call 314-534-6622 or visit www.dancestlouis.org. March 10 TOWN & COUNTRY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Free; 2:30 pm; Parkway United Church of Christ; for info, visit www.tcsomo.org. March 15 THREE POET LAUREATE OF MISSOURI Walter Bargen, David Clewell, William Trowbridge read

March, 2013 And here’s the part that really demonstrates how dedicated to art this photographer is: Ed Freeman can’t swim. As Freeman’s press info says, “He nonetheless dons goggles and straps on a twenty pound weight belt before plunging into the deep end of a Los Angeles pool, underwater camera in hand. The models, as many as nine at a time, take a deep breath and dive down. There are no snorkels or oxygen tanks, and no artificial lights; just a bunch of committed, open-minded individuals, some of whom happen to be very strong swimmers. This is fortunate for the photographer, who occasionally has to be rescued.” Says the photographer, "I'm not a journalist and these aren't documentary pictures. They're about the freedom and sensuality of being suspended in a weightless environment. We all have a profound connection to this primordial state; I've tried to capture some of that feeling in these images." The photography teams nicely with glass works by Michelle Hamilton. Her bowls present an aquatic feel, described as “multi-colored sea anemones and Medusas whose delicate radial tendrils float upwards as if underwater.” The grace of this exhibition is simply gorgeous. The opening reception is 7-10 p.m.; the exhibition remains on view through May 18 at PHD Gallery is located at 2300 Cherokee. Visit www.phdstl.com for details. for the Medart Lecture Series of Maryville University; Anheuser-Busch Academic Center; for info, contact director@stlouispoetrycenter.org. March 15 THIRD FRIDAY FREE PARTY 6-10 p.m.; performance by MADCO, music by The Wise Brother R&B; demos and food trucks from Pi and Sarah’s Cakes; Third Degree Glass Factory, 5200 Delmar; for info, call 314-367-4527 or visit www.stlglass.com. March 15 TAFELMUSIK BAROQUE ORCHESTRA From Canada; 8 p.m.; Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, Lindell; 314-533-7662 or visit www.cathedralconcerts.org. March 15-16 BAD BOYS! BAD BOYS! Presentedy by Gateway Mens Chorus, starring B-52s’ Fred Schneider; 8 p.m.; tickets $25; 560 Music Center on Washington University campus; www.GMCstl.org. March 18-19 “ALMOST MAINE” AUDITIONS 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. respectively;St. Louis Community College at Wildwood, 2645 Generations Drive; for info, call Patrick Vaughn at 636-422-2013. March 20 ARTISTS & APPLES SERIES: TIM LIDDY Lunchtime artist presentation; free; 12:30-1:30 p.m.; St. Louis Community College at Wildwood, 2645 Generations Drive in Wildwood; 636-422-2000 or visit www.stlcc.edu. March 20 STEP INTO SPRING TOUR Free; noon-1 p.m.; Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road; registration requested: 314-615-5267. March 21-24 MULTICULTURAL FILM FESTIVAL 7:30 p.m.; $6; Moore Auditorium, 470 E. Lockwood; for listings, visit http://www.webster.edu/filmseries. March 22 CELEBRATING WOMEN’S MUSICAL TRADITIONS 7 p.m.; free but tickets required; St. Louis Art Museum; for info, visit www.slam.org. March 22-23 MADCO: MOMENTUM 8 p.m.; Touhill Center for Performing Arts on UMSL campus; for info, visit www.touhill.org. March 23 SPANISH GUITARIST RAFAEL AQUIRRE Presented by St. Louis Guitar Society at Ethical Society, 9001 Clayton; 8 p.m.; for info, visit www.guitarstlouis.org. March 23 THE “MADCHESTER” MUSIC SCENE Discussion with chief curator Dominic Molon; 2 p.m.; free; Contemporary Art Museum; 3750 Washington; for info, call 314- 535-4660 or visit www.camstl.org. March 23-24 THE PASSING ZONE: GRAVITY ATTACKS! Presented by COCA Family Theatre Series; 524 Trinity Avenue; for tickets or info, visit www.cocastl.org. For more ArtFul Happenings visit TheHealthyplanet.com

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Dr. K. Shane Neifert of St. Louis Spine & Health Center offers a unique set of healing talents to his patients. He views each patient as an individual and seeks to find and correct the ‘weak links’ in their health. Based on his findings, he works to strengthen areas of weakness, which optimizes the patient’s overall health. He facilitates this healing using natural techniques ranging from chiropractic adjustment, acupuncture, ener-

gy balancing, and detoxification, to emotional freedom technique, hormone balancing, nutritional counseling, and allergy testing and treatment. Many use these talents to maintain their body’s own healing potential. The office of St. Louis Spine & Health is equipped with the latest in technological advances in natural healing including Foot Bath Detoxification and Spinal Decompression which addresses sciatica and her-

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beneficial light wave, penetrate skin and increase circulation to detoxify the body of harmful toxins. The FIR can increase blood flow and clean the arteries (which means it can help lower blood pressure), release toxins, increase metabolism, heal soft tissue and relax muscles. Negative Ions are Nature’s Energizer. Ion particles cleanse and purify the air we breathe. Amethyst bolsters the production of the hormones

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St Louis Aquatic Healing Center offers state of the art, cutting edge alternative health therapies for health, healing, balancing and detoxification. Many of our therapies can only be found at St Louis Aquatic such as: The MG-PRO, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Cellular Exercise, widely used in Eastern Europe for 30 years with extensive research behind it; cleaning and

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for the prevention of cavities. Proper alignment of the jaws and teeth are the foundation of how the body perceives itself in space. The result of improper alignment can result in symptoms of headache, ears ringing, loss of hearing, pain in the head and neck and clenching or grinding of the teeth. Good nutrition is inseparable for good

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HealtHy Planet HaPPenInGS March 2 & 7 GoinG Raw: FResh Raw Food Talks FoR doGs and CaTs Feeding a fresh, minimally-processed raw food diet is so important for both dogs and cats. You'll learn how to get started, the benefits of rotating between proteins, and how feeding a fresh, raw food diet can help with many common problems including join support, weight management, allergies, diabetes, dental health and more. You can see benefits by even adding just 10% raw to your pet's diet! Saturday, March 2, 11am. Edwardsville. Thursday, March 7, 7pm Lafayette Square - St Louis. Cost: Free. Contact for both events: Jeff Jensen, CoOwner Four Muddy Paws, jeff@fourmuddypaws.com. 314 - 322 - 9408 Mobile. March 3 sT. loUis eCoFaiTh MeeT-UP #3 2:00pm to 4:00pm in the Eliot Room at the Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust Street, Saint Louis, MO 63103. EcoFaith Meet-up is a gathering to share resources, to launch new possibilities and have fun, all while building a green interfaith network in the Saint Louis region. Working to make best use of our resources, find collaborative partners and discover new possibilities, St. Louis EcoFaith Meet-up provides a space and place to support the growth of environmental awareness and action by religious and spiritual people. For additional info and to RSVP, contact: Steve Lawler: ecofaithstl@gmail.com. 314.753.7911. www. ecofaith.info. March 6 Food and FeRTiliTy ConneCTion 7-8 p.m. Thear’s no shortage of old wives’ tales (and urban legends) that tout the fertility benefits of certain foods. What's the real story? Come hear one of our practitioners, Noel Jensen, L.Ac. speak on some of the current research that speaks to the connection between fertility and what you're eating. Filling your belly with certain foods and avoiding others may just help you get pregnant faster. This lecture is free to the public and will be held at Nutrition Clinic, 116 Holloway Rd, Suite B, Ballwin, MO. Call or email to RSVP: 636-386-3333 or annie@nutrition-clinic.com. March 7 healinG The heaRT: BUildinG ResilienCe Presented by Marty Wolins, HTCP, CST, LMT. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7649 Delmar Blvd. Cost:Free. The pain of heartache is very real, and corresponds to impairment in the energy anatomy. Improved functioning of the energetic heartspace reduces overwhelm and increases our resiliencewhich fortifies us to deal with unexpected episodes of the natural grief process. Discuss case studies using Healing Touch and biodynamic Craniosacral treatments to repair the heart-space of people that have experienced parental loss, miscarriage, pet loss, romantic rejection, too much change and childhood abandonment. Class includes experiential time to soothe the heart-space via sound healing, imagery and an aromatherapy bar. For information and registration, call The Center at 314.725.6767. March 9 wellness ReMedies 10:00am-12noon. The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7649 Delmar Blvd. Cost:$70. Learn how common herbs and household items can be used to make natural remedies for all sorts of ailments from ear infections, sore throats, coughs, allergies to eczema, etc. You will learn about combinations of natural antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, anti-virals, etc. This workshop will help you empower your wellness with herbs and ingredients that are as close as your grocery store, if not already at home. Learn the most lucrative and versatile essentials to have on hand for your family. Attendees will take home one Home Remedy of their choosing. Call The Center to register. 314.725.6767. March 9 nUTRiTion RenovaTion 1:00pm-3:00pm. The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, 7649 Delmar Blvd. Cost:$60. This workshop will touch on Core topics such as Pantry Makeovers, where you will learn basics to build healthy meals and menu planning to build confidence in how to assemble and pair foods for maximum wellness impact. Amy is available to schedule shopping consultations and cooking sessions for further support. Please call to schedule consultations. To

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Cure your cabin fever at The Healthy Planet's 25th Natural Living Expo. The expo will include over 60 exhibit booths offering healthy and eco-friendly products, services and information about how to live a more sustainable life. There will be numerous food and drink samples for visitors as well as free health screenings, chair massages and live music. The first 300 visitors will receive a free eco-friendly tote bag courtesy of Whole Foods Market and Schnucks Market. There will also be ticket giveaways to the Missouri Botanical Garden, Amtrak Train Tickets and a special drawing for a family weekend at Trout Lodge YMCA of the Ozarks. 10 am – 4 pm, $8, Kids under 16 are free. Webster Groves Recreation Complex, 33 East Glendale Road. For more information go to, www.thehealthyplanet.com or call 314-962-7748. Discount admission tickets are on the back page of this issue of The Healthy Planet. March 11 leaRn aBoUT aCUPRessURe "TaPPinG" To helP wiTh dePRession, anXieTy, and Pain. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a form of acupressure wherein you "tap" on acupuncture points to relieve symptoms. This class provides you with a takehome technique you can use to relieve stress, anxiety, and pain. Kim Archer is a skilled presenter who can help with the toughest cases. Class to be held at 7pm on Monday, March 11th at Community Acupuncture of St Louis, 2006 South 39th Street, STL, 63110. The cost of the class is $10. Please register: Either book online at www.acustl.com under "Make an Appointment", lower left hand side, or call 314-772-4325 (Voicemail is OK, leave phone number and email). Learn more about EFT at www.acustl.com, and click on "Other Services". March 12 FRee Class, kiCk The CRavinGs! The Healing Center is pleased to welcome a very special guest, certified health coach and emotional eating specialist Peggy Rhodes. Peggy will share the 5 biggest mistakes people make when trying to kick their cravings and how to avoid them. She will tips to help you take back control so you can CHOOSE when and how much to enjoy your favorite treats. In addition, by understanding the emotional factors surrounding cravings, you will be prepared to change your thinking and behavior in order to break free for good. Cost: Free. Held 3/12, 7:30 pm at The Healing Center, 734 DeMun Ave in Clayton. For details or to register call 314-727-2120 or visit www.HealingSTL.com. March 13 eaTinG in season and healThy FaTs aT whole Foods MaRkeT 6:30 - 7:30pm, $5. Advance registration is required and is available here: www.acteva.com/go/tac. With Joshua Tonnies, D.C. A wide variety of nutritious whole foods is necessary to stay healthy. Eating in season will not only save you money, it is a great way to ensure you are getting the right diversity of foods your body needs. This interactive presentation lead by holistic physicians will

teach you how to maintain healthy weight, energy, and strength. You will also learn common myths about fats and carbohydrates that can sabotage your diet and ruin your health, as well as learn about how to get the fats and oils your body needs from your foods, instead of from a bottle or a pill. Dr. Tonnies will also prepare Cream of Broccoli Soup and a seed milk smoothie! Town & Country location. For more information please call 636527-1160. March 13 headaChes: CaUses and CURes 7-8 p.m. Headaches affect nearly everyone at some point and may be the result of bad eyesight, head injury or even poor diet. The symptoms can range from mild to debilitating. If you're interested in more than a "take two asprin strategy," Noel Jensen, L.Ac. will lecture on headache types and alternative recommendations for relief that deal more with the cause than the symptom. This lecture is free to the public and will be held at Nutrition Clinic, 116 Holloway Rd, Suite B, Ballwin, MO. Call or email to RSVP: 636-386-3333 or annie@nutrition-clinic.com. March 15-16 was yoUR 2013 Goal liFe ResToRinG? Be Young Essential Oils is pleased to provide the most superior essential oil and nutritional products available in the global market. You take your health seriously and so do we. Experience Life Restoring with Be Young Essential Oils. 9am-5pm, Friday, March 15 and Saurday, March 16. Hilton Garden Inn, Chesterfield. For reservations call Donna at 314-420-0564. March 16 FRee sPiRiTUl disCUssion 10:00-11:30 a.m. Do you have a sense you've lived before? An out-of-body or near-death experience? Dreams of a departed loved one? An inner light or inner sound? Discover what your experiences really mean. Connect with other like-minded people. Learn new and advanced ways for exploring your inner worlds. Free spiritual discussion. St. Louis Eckankar Center, 14538 Manchester Road, Suite 202, Ballwin, MO 63011. Rear Building, Upper Level. (636) 527-7253. March 16-17 "FanTasy in FaBRiC" QUilT eXPo An array of over 300 quilts will be on display at “Fantasy in Fabric,” Thimble & Thread Quilt Guild of Greater St. Louis’ Quilt Expo 2013. At the expo, talented guild members will showcase their creations on Saturday and Sunday, March 16-17, 2013, at Greensfelder Recreation Center in Queeny Park at 550 Weidman Road between Manchester and Clayton roads in Ballwin, Mo. 63011. Hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission to “Fantasy in Fabric” is $7 for adults, $1 for children 6 to 12 and free for children under age 6. Food and drink will be available for purchase at Greensfelder. For more information, email hmttstl@gmail.com, or visit thimbleandthreadstl.org. March 19 FRee MonThly wellness sUPPoRT GRoUP Come and enjoy an evening of fellowship, learning opportunities in Medical Spiritual Information and exercises to strengthen your journey in managing your plan of

care and treatment. Support Group Leaders: Dr. Simon Yu, M.D. and Chaplain Paul R. Johnson, M.Div. When: Third Tuesday each month (with an occasional exception) at 6:30 pm. at our healing clinic, Prevention and Healing, Inc., Dr. Simon Yu, M.D., Board Certified Internist, 10908 Schuetz Road, St Louis, MO 63146, Weaving Internal Medicine with Alternative Medicine to Use the Best Each Has to Offer. Call to verify meeting date, 314-432-7802. For more information, read the article on our web site at www.PreventionAndHealing.com titled "New Medicine, New Biology: Spiritual Wellness, Spiritual Assessment, and Spiritual Care." March 19 ConneCTinG yoUR healTh BeTween yoUR TeeTh and Body FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion. Connecting Your Health Between Your Teeth and Body. You may not realize it, but your teeth and gums may be making you ill or weakening your immune system. Hidden infections. Unresolved illness. Find out what may be happening between your teeth and body and what to do about it. Discover how infection and illness transfer between the teeth and body. Understand how biological dentistry focuses on your overall health. Learn about what dental materials are compatible with wellness, mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings,the impact of dental procedures, how certain dental procedures can influence your body, and nutritional therapy that supports a healthy mouth. Third Tuesday Each Month, 6:30 pm at the Holistic Dentistry office of, and presented by, Dr. Michael Rehme, D.D.S., C.C.N. (Certified Clinical Nutritionist), 2821 N. Ballas Rd, Suite 245, St. Louis, MO 63131. A Healthy Choice for Dental Care. Call to verify seminar date and reserve your space at 314-997-2550. See Patient Success Stories at www.toothbody.com. March 19 FRee Class, enZyMes, The key To healTh Metabolism, healing, immunity, growth, repair, digestion and elimination of wastes are functions that have one thing in common, enzymes. Enzymes are the worker bees of the body, they are found in every cell and life is not possible without them. Enzymes are found in raw and naturally fermented foods and are absent in cooked and processed foods. Could enzymes be a missing ingredient in your diet? Get the answers to this questions and more in this informative evening presentation with Dr. Gould. Held 7:30 pm on 3/19 at The Healing Center, 734 DeMun Ave in Clayton. For details or to register call 314-7272120 or visit www.HealingSTL.com. March 20 FRee MeeTUP on woRk oF ByRon kaTie Got stress? Frustrated with a partner or friend? Come learn tools to reduce any frustration or anger, created by bestselling author and spiritual teacher, Byron Katie. Our free meetup on the Work of Byron Katie is on Wednesday, March 20th at 7pm. This technique helps you question your reactions to situations; learning a lot about others and yourself in the process. Bryan Wagner facilitates the group at Community Acupuncture of St Louis, 2006 S. 39th Street, STL 63110. Inexperienced participants are welcome, Bryan will teach you about the process. No RSVP required, just show up and drop your stress in the process. March 20 eFFoRTless weiGhT loss 7-8 p.m. Diets don't always work but making small changes in your daily eating can yield big weight loss results. Two of our practitioners, Noel Jensen, L.Ac., and Julie Evans-Vitale, CSN, CPT, will share “Ten Simple Rules for Good Eating” that will help you lose weight, feel great and improve your health. This lecture is free to the public and will be held at Nutrition Clinic, 116 Holloway Rd, Suite B, Ballwin, MO. Call or email to RSVP: 636-386-3333 or annie@nutrition-clinic.com. March 20 sT. loUis BUsiness eXPo Largest Business Trade Show In Missouri at St. Charles Convention Center. 11am-6pm. Just in time to help boost the many small- and mid-sized businesses in the region, St. Louis Business Expo helps businesses share best practices, network, build relationships and sell their products/services. Meet one-on-one with local business leaders, potential customers and suppliers. With over 100 exhibitors and 2,000 attendees, it’s not hard to gain dozens of valuable contacts at this one-day trade show.

March, 2013 Additionally, seminars will be conducted throughout the day with topics including loans, marketing, sales and more. The event is free and open to the public. Increase your business without paying a dime! For more information on the show, visit www.stlouisbusinessexpo.com. March 22 MEDICINAL USES OF CULINARY GARDEN HERBS 7:00 – 9:30 pm. Many common culinary garden herbs can be used to make easy home remedies. Cheryl will demonstrate balm making, teas will be available for sampling and many practical tips given for numerous ways to medicinally use your garden herbs. Cost: $20. Held at Cheryl's Herbs. Visit www.cherylsherbs.com. Please call in advance for a reservation 314-645-2165. March 23 REBIRTHING BREATHWORK IN WARM WATER 2:00-4:00 pm with Kathleen Christ at the St. Louis Aquatic Healing Ctr. in Creve Coeur, MO. Rebirthing Breathwork is a process of saturating the entire body with oxygen through deliberate, concentrated, repetitive, continous-flow breathing. Powerful and gentle the results are higher energy, less pain, more inspiration, clearer thinking and peacefulness. Space limited, reservations required. $35.00 Please call 314-432-5228. March 27 QUICK AND HEALTHY MEALS 7-8 p.m. We're all busy, so don't spend hours cooking when a nutritious and delicious meal can be prepared quickly and easily. Noel Jensen, L.Ac., and Julie EvansVitale, CSN, CPT, will share recipes and strategies for quick and healthy meals. This lecture is free to the public and will be held at Nutrition Clinic, 116 Holloway Rd, Suite B, Ballwin, MO. Call or email to RSVP as space is limited: 636-386-3333 or annie@nutrition-clinic.com. March 27 & 30 PET FOOD 101: NAvIGATING THE PET FOOD MAzE Join us for a casual discussion about navigating the pet food maze. Find out what you need to know to make the best decision for your pet's nutritional needs. The most common dog health issues (e.g. ear infections, yeasty ears, itching, flaky skin, allergies, dental health, dull or greasy coat, excessive shedding, bad breath, etc.) can often be resolved with the right species-appropriate diet. You'll learn how to read a pet food label and what to really look for, pet food laws and regulations, feeding trials, core supplements and more. Wednesday, March 27, 7pm. Lafayette Square - St Louis. Saturday, March 30,11am, Edwardsville. Cost: Free. Contact for both events: Jeff Jensen, Co-Owner Four Muddy Paws, jeff@fourmuddypaws.com. 314 - 322 - 9408 Mobile. March 28 FIFTH ANNUAL GROWING GREEN AWARDS SPOTLIGHT LOCAL SUCCESSES Growing Green Awards Keynoter Emily Pilloton will illustrate how intersecting design and education infuses vitality by uniting communities and transforming public education. She will tell of her immersion experience in rural North Carolina where she fully invested that philosophy by working with students to teach design for change. The U.S. Green Building Council – MO Gateway Chapter sponsors the 5th annual Growing Green Awards celebration from 5:30-9:30 PM at the Palladium on March 28. The awards celebration of local talent includes cocktails, networking, dinner, dessert, music, keynoter and on-site parking. The community is invited. Until March 18, tickets are $75 and after that date, the cost is $85. Advance reservations are essential on-line at www.usgbc-mogateway.org/green-awards or by calling 314-577-0854. March 30, April 1, 3 GLOBAL HEALTH DILEMMAS Airs on KNLC Channel 24 3/30 at noon & 4/03 at 5:30 pm and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 242 4/01 at 8:00 p.m. Rev Vickie Caldwell and Mimi Signor discuss resistance to universal health care, both in the US and the rest of the world. Includes Part 6: “Challenge of Change” from the documentary “Salud!” April 3 GREEN FAIR AT STLCC FLORISSANT vALLEY 10:30am-1:00pm. St. Louis Community College Florissant Valley 7th annual Green Fair. The Green Fair will take place outdoors in the Quad area of the Florissant Valley campus, 3400 Pershall Road in Ferguson. In the event of inclement weather, the Green Fair will take place in the Student Center Multipurpose Room.

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