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24 consciouseating 26 greenliving 29 yogaandpilates 32 fitbody 34 healingways 36 calendar 42 farmersmarkets
Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
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RHODE ISLAND by Beth Davis
18 LIVING LUPUS: Medicine’s Mystery Diagnosis
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by Stephanie Pina, L.Ac, MSOM, ND
20 BE A CLIMATE HERO Act Up. Act Now.
by Bill McKibben
24 ON THE VEGAN TRAIL Why People Are Putting More Plants on Their Plates
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by Kristin Ohlson
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28 FALL PICK-ME-UPS: Ayurveda and the Season
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ix years ago, we planted 30 Leyland Cypress trees. We did this partly for privacy, for the sound barrier (since we live across the street from a college), and to provide some shade as they grow. We had chosen the cypress trees because of their reputation for growing very quickly. They started at about 3 feet, and if they were not trimmed twice a year, I expect they would be well over 15 feet by now! We have been so happy with them, this year we planted another 14 in a different part of the yard. In addition to the nice drive to Schartner Farms in Exeter to purchase them, one of the most enjoyable parts of these trees has been that many of the birds in the area have decided to move in. It was like word got out that there was Planted August, 2005 a new development in the neighborhood, and there were trees for the taking! All spring, we listened to the sound of the baby birds calling for their mother, then the mother would arrive with whatever food she had found for them. It was a great example of all that nature provides. It also confirmed for us that planning trees was a better choice than putting up unsustainable fencing. Of course, that first December we thought it would look nice to put lights on them. That was when one set would cover one tree. At last count this past year; we were up to 5 sets per tree! We have moved to every other tree, and invested in LED lights at least and they sure do look magical. When you live on such a beautiful planet, it’s easy to forget how interrelated everything is. The polar caps, the rain forest, and the carbon content in our air, all play an important role. Human Planted August, 2010 civilizations started on this planet about 10,000 years ago although nothing we would recognize as civilization began until about 5,000 years ago, a mere blip in time on a planet 4.5 billion years old. In the last 200 years people have done enough damage that our amazing self-cleansing Earth will take thousands of years to correct it. In his article, Be a Climate Hero on page 20, Bill McKibben reminds us of how even the small changes in the environment can have a large impact. It boggles the mind to imagine that due to the dramatic shift of the Earth’s hydrological cycles, we had an unprecedented flood right here in Rhode Island just this past March. It’s also easy to take all the beauty for granted. I looked out my window yesterday, and the tree that is the first in the neighborhood to change colors was suddenly more red and orange than green. It was as if it happened overnight. It seems that the summer, with its sunny days and warm soft nights just flew by and that fall is upon us. Enjoy this great season, enjoy the changing colors, and keep your eye out for information on our second anniversary party, coming in November!
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newsbriefs Food For Thought Moves to New, Larger Store
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fter many years in Narragansett, natural foods and products store Food for Thought has moved to a new, larger location in the Post Office plaza in neighboring Wakefield. The new premises allows Food for Thought to offer, for the first time, fresh organic produce from local and regional growers, as well as shelf and refrigerator space for many other new products. There’s even a sunny bistro nook where customers can sit to enjoy a snack and a magazine. “Mariner Square was good to us for 23 years but we have to admit, we’re enjoying the sunny windows and spacious aisles of our new store,” says owner Kristina Wilk . “We finally have the ambiance needed to bring back the ‘food’ in Food for Thought. Our seasonal local produce comes from Moonstone Gardens in Matunuck, RI. Other produce comes primarily from the Northeast US. It’s really exciting to be in a position to support local farms and other local food companies by offering their delicious and healthy products.“ Some of the new food products offered include Besto Pesto, Reynolds Barn goat cheese, Poblano Farms salsa and sauce, Narragansett Creamery yogurt and cheese, Rhodemont Farm beef, and Pat’s Pastured chicken and pork products and organic eggs. The most popular local product continues to be Arson Alley Apiary local honey from Saunderstown. The store’s gluten-free offerings have also expanded, especially in the frozen foods section. And every day, a different food will be available for taste testing. In non food-related items, Food for Thought has raised their standard for skincare products by discontinuing daily-use items that didn’t meet in-house safe ingredient guidelines. They are offering instead several new, “cleaner” lines of skincare and makeup products. Food for Thought has also launched a web site to keep customers informed about new and current products, and its planned series of speakers such as authors, local farmers, and product representatives. The new store’s hours have been expanded, as well.
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earn to create harmony in your life and comfort in your environment with Body-Wise Therapeutics as they hold a study group about instinctive feng shui beginning October 2 at 3 p.m. This interactive program, led by interior alignment and instinctive feng shui consultant Laura Clark, CPIA, will help members of the study group gain a deeper understanding of feng shui, the ancient art of home placement. Participants will learn how to create a home with intention, gain intimate knowledge of their own space and improve it for greater life harmony and comfort. The eight session series will cover such topics as energy flow, yin and yang, the bagua, clutter, color, space clearing and much more. Cost: $225. Location: 575 East Main Road, Middletown. For information, call 401-848-9825 or visit Body-WiseTherapeutics.com.
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newsbriefs Nature’s Wisdom Welcomes Massage Therapist
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aria Mason, a Rhode Island licensed and nationally certified massage therapist, has launched her practice in her hometown of Westerly at Natures Wisdom Wellness Center. Mason studied massage at the Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy and is trained in Swedish and deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, Thai massage, and craniosacral therapy. She offers integrative massage, which combines techniques based on specific needs of each client and holds advanced certification in oncology massage and will soon be adding prenatal massage and hot stone massage to her offerings. In addition, Mason is a Registered Nurse with five years of experience, therefore she has an extensive understanding of the physiologies and pathologies of the human body. Bodywork sessions with Mason are available by appointment or by drop-in on Tuesdays. Nature’s Wisdom Wellness Center, 54 High Street in Westerly. For information or to schedule an appointment, call 401- 596-5700. Visit NaturesWisdomWellness.com for more information. See ad page 7.
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he impact that Vitamin D can have on your health and bones are among the subjects chiropractor physician, Dr. Eva Ligeri, will cover in a series of classes she is offering in October at Redleaf Chiropractic in Providence this month. On October 14 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. she will present “How Vitamin D Can Change Your Life” and on October 28th from 6:30 to 7:30 she will be speaking on Osteoporosis: Build Strong Bones Naturally. A whole foods cooking class will be held in Rehoboth on October 16 from noon until 2 p.m. Cost is $20. Finally, Dr. Eva Ligeri “Dance Flow” is held every Friday from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Newman YMCA in Seekonk. Class is $10. Dr. Ligeri is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition with more than 25 years of experience in natural health care, whole food nutrition and herbal medicine. She offers nutrition evaluation, education on natural health choices, and whole foods cooking classes. Location: 1196 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. For more information, call 401-261-8999 or email DocWilink@comcast.net. See listing page 47.
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newsbriefs Annual Whole Bead Show in Providence
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he 15th Annual Providence Whole Bead Show will be held Friday, October 8 through Sunday, October 10 at the Rhode Island Convention Center. The show will take place from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Whole Bead Show is an international cash and carry trade show for beads. The show is open to the public, as well as wholesale buyers. Wholesalers must bring a copy of their resale license to purchase. The show will include vintage through contemporary pieces made from glass, stone, metal, pearl, amber, and porcelain. Antique beads, handmade beads, findings, buttons, charms, and beaded jewelry will also be offered. Shoppers will have access to merchants, bead makers, and importers from all over the world who are direct suppliers of many professional and novice jewelry makers. Cost: $7. Location: Rhode Island Convention Center, Hall D, One Sabin Street, Providence. For information call 800-2922577 or visit WholeBead.com. See ad on back cover.
Sante Fe Day at Sacred Hands
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acred Hands Massage and Wellness Center, a 2,000 square foot suite with six rooms and a “quiet room,� is kicking off the autumn season with its 4th Annual Sante Fe Day Food and Coat Drive benefiting All Saints Church in Woonsocket on October 17th from 1-4 p.m. Visitors are asked to donate a nonperishable food item or coat, which will then be donated to the church. Coffee and snacks will be provided and items from local merchants will be raffled. According to owner Deborah Lefort, fall specials will also be offered during the season. Clients can book four one-hour Swedish massages and get the fifth free or four basic pedicures and get the fifth free. Other offers include a free eyebrow waxing with the purchase of a facial and a free paraffin dip with a manicure. For those receiving a one-hour massage, a choice of 15-minute Reiki, reflexology or extended massage are offered free of charge. 719 Front Street, Suite 107, Woonsocket. For more information, call 401-769-4263 or visit SHMassageWellness.com.
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ea Leaf and Tarot will present October Spooktacular from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. weekdays and 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends from October 15 through October 31. The event will feature four attractions including “The Paranormal and Occult Experience,” “Psychic Parlor Emporium,” “Spell Casting Cauldron,” and a magical gift shop. General admission is $10 per person and is open to all ages. Visitors can learn the history of the Ouija board, crystal ball, vampires and exorcisms or cast a spell for love or prosperity. Special effects face painting will also be available. The retail shop offers over 100 varieties of tea, tea accessories, wellness and metaphysical products, crystals, statues, artwork, jewelry, reiki, reflexology, natural face-lift, Eastern bodywork, readings, antiques, and more.
Tea Leaf and Tarot is located at 7 Main Street E and F in Wickford. For information, call information, contact 401-5450303 or TeaLeafTarot@gmail.com or visit HealingTouch100.blogspot.com. Follow them on Facebook. See ad on inside front cover.
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newsbriefs Awareness Workshop at Holistic Health Center of Westerly
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he Holistic Health Center of Westerly will be holding a one day Awareness Workshop in October. The Awareness Process is a process of self inquiry helping one to live fully in present moment awareness. Owner and workshop facilitator Julianne Eanniello describes it as “…full, complete surrender to this moment, inquiring deeply into what is actually here in this moment, without any thought about anything, without any need to change anything, without any need to do anything with anything that shows Julianne Eanniello up; just being fully present and allowing every experience to be as it is, and not holding onto anything whether it’s good or whether it’s bad. And that’s the way in to ‘What is this really? Who am I really?’”, and ultimately the realization of the effortless peace and fulfillment that is already here, regardless of your circumstances. Workshop includes a guided meditation, group exercises, a live demonstration of a process, and working with a partner to directly experience the process. The 6 hour workshop is scheduled for October 9. $75 in advance, $85 at the door. Call or check the website to register. The Holistic Health Center also offers personal sessions in the Awareness Process and several other wellness disciplines. These include Reiki, with treatments and workshops from Reiki 1 to Master; and The Journey, which addresses deep cellular memories that can limit potential, and releases them through a process of profound forgiveness. Regular events on Holistic Health Center’s calendar include the monthly Gangaji video gathering, and group Awareness meditations. For more information on the Awareness Workshop and other events and services, call 401-315-0254, or visit HolisticHealthCtr.com. See ad page 14.
Healthy Halloween TIP: Emphasize the dress-up factor. Visit a secondhand store and create unique costumes, complete with homemade masks, face paint and hairdos.
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or those interested in their guardian angels, Angel Whispers Rhode Island is offering angel readings as a way of gaining perspective on challenging life issues. “Angels are everywhere and have support and guidance to offer if we remember to ask,” says Adriene Smith of Angel Whispers. “Angel gatherings allow us to explore our connection to these magnificent beings in the company of family and friends in a group environment.” According to Smith, during an angel reading, a connection is made to the angelic realm, guardian angels, the archangels, and deceased loved ones to help seek answers to questions often involving health, career, love, or unresolved situations. Angel cards are sometimes used as an additional form of communication or clarification. Angel Gatherings can be held for girls’ nights in, bridal or baby showers or even family reunions. Those who choose to host a gathering will receive a special gift. Cost: $75/hour or $30/person for a gathering. Angel Whispers Rhode Island is located at The Wellness Center at Gold Plaza, 917A Warwick Avenue, 2nd floor in Warwick. To schedule a reading or gathering, call 401-741-2278 or visit AngelWhispersRI.com. See ad page 10.
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newsbriefs Charlestown Physical Therapy & Health Services Has a New Home
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he former Video Encounters in Charlestown is now the new home of Charlestown Physical Therapy and Health Services. The building has been completely renovated with hospital grade wiring, new hardwood and rubber floors, low VOC paint and sustainable forest trim. “We have twice as much space now,” says owner and licensed Physical Therapist Sara Michaud. She is planning an Open House to introduce the community to the new facility. The date, while tentative, will probably be the third weekend in October. Michaud offers a wide range of physical therapy services by appointment, on a schedule that allows for sessions before and after work and on Saturdays. She also offers the Eat Right and Exercise program, designed to help individuals acquire healthy eating and exercise habits for overall good health. And for fun, join the Sunday hikes on nature trails all over Rhode Island, an informal weekly event that grew from Michaud’s own love of hiking. In addition to Michaud’s physical therapy services, massage therapy is being offered at the same location by massage professional Ellen Swenson, who occupies one room of the building with her own practice. A marriage and family counselor will soon be joining the new facility as well. For information about the Open House, Michaud’s therapy services, and Sunday Hikes, call 401-364-2020, visit at 3939 Old Post Road in Charlestown, or click on CharlestownPTHS.com. See ad page 13.
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Do You Want the Full Treatment?
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my McPhee, a certified Thai bodyworker and owner of Sunsalutations Yoga Studio, is offering two, 60-minute Thai Yoga Bodywork (TYB) treatments for $100 for the month of November. The special rate is good on gift certificates for the holidays if purchased in November. TYB is Amy McPhee grounded in the idea of metta, or “loving kindness,” through touch with healing intentions. It releases tension and increases circulation and flexibility. According to McPhee, the TYB practitioner uses his or her palms, elbows and feet in assisted stretching, reflexology and acupressure for a synergistic flow exchanged with the recipient. It is practiced on a padded floor, fully clothed in a safe and relaxing environment. Gentle breathing techniques are used to enhance the release of tension and help to deepen the experience overall.
For information, call 401-632-7254 or email Sunsalutations@cox.net.
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and Oriental Medicine. fter earning a bachelor’s degree For 10 years, she has been combining in clinical psychology, Dr. Jewel her training in Japanese and Chinese acuSommerville had intended to puncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine to move forward and receive her assess, diagnose and treat a wide variety PhD. However, she was starting to become of conditions. She founded Holistic Health discouraged with the state of healthcare. At Rhode Island (HHRI) as a private practice the time, Medicare and HMOs were taking eight years ago, but after a few years of referover, limiting her time with patients. Most ring patients out for other modalities, she of her patients were suffering from severe had an idea–bring those modalities to her mental illness and being approved for only patients. 15-minute sessions. “It occurred to me how convenient it “The reason I went into psychology was would be to have a team of people under my desire to help the whole person,” she one roof,” Sommerville explains. “I began says. “Having such little time with patients searching for a team of practitioners and limited my ability to help them heal.” Dr. Jewel Sommerville, PhD. service providers that would allow us to Wanting to find something focused on bring together a variety of complementary the whole person instead of segregated parts, disciplines.” she realized Chinese medicine had so much Now, in addition to East Asian Medical services, includof what she was looking for–a focus on the patient-practitioing Chinese acupuncture, Japanese acupuncture, Chinese ner relationship, confidentiality, trust, the importance of not Herbal Medicine and Nutritional Therapy, magnetic therapy, judging patients, and of course, treating the whole person. moxabustion and more; HHRI offers Reiki, massage therapy, “I immediately stopped in the middle of applying for skincare services, physical therapy and even personal chef my PhD. and applied to the New England School of Acuservices and in-home cooking lessons. puncture, the oldest graduate school for the study of East Having a passion for health in general, Sommerville has Asian Medicine (EAM) in the United States,” Sommerville a deep interest in educating about the importance of health comments. She received her degree and is now licensed to and nutrition. A personal chef on-staff gives patients the oppractice EAM in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She portunity to have great tasting, healthful, affordable meals in has also earned the credential of Diplomate of Acupuncture their home without the daily grind of shopping and cooking. from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture
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Classes such as Chinese Nutritional Therapy and Whole Grain Cooking show people how to cook easy, nutritious meals. As with many holistic practitioners, Sommerville and her team treat both the source of the problem, as well as the symptoms. “We aren’t interested in just medicating or putting a Band-Aid on,” she explains. “We want to find out why this is happening and help the patient learn what can be done to avoid repeating the same problem in the future.” By doing so, she says they can help the body return to its natural state of health. A common misconception is that acupuncture, for instance, is just to treat muscle pain. In fact, it treats a wide range of disorders including migraines, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, fertility problems, high blood pressure, sleep disorders and stress management, plus it helps strengthen immunity. The amount of treatments one must do depends on the person. After a certain point, Sommerville recommends coming in every four to six weeks for maintenance, or just coming in if a flare-up occurs. Reiki is similar in that it treats some of the same symptoms as acupuncture does. Reiki is commonly used to treat stress, boost the immune system, alleviate aches and pains and emotional blockages, speed the healing process, and to help alleviate the symptoms and/or effects of cancer, arthritis, diabetes and many other ailments. No matter what the problem, Dr. Sommerville is determined to help find a solution. Spending time with patients is a priority, as she believes quality of care and the patientpractitioner relationship are of utmost importance. And, it is her patients that offer her continued inspiration each and every day. “I love my profession and I love what I do,” she says. “I feel so lucky that I have never had a single day that I don’t want to go in to work.” Holistic Health Rhode Island is located at 5784 Post Road, Suite 5 in East Greenwich. For information, call 401-398-2933 or visit HolisticHealthRI.com.
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arents should ease up on antibacterial soaps and wipes and perhaps allow their little ones a romp or two in the mud—or at least more of an acquaintance with everyday germs, suggests a Northwestern University longterm study. Exposure to germs in childhood, the researchers observe, helps develop the immune system and may help prevent cardiovascular and other diseases in adulthood. Such early exposure, they note, promotes the body’s own ability to regulate inflammation, a root cause associated with many diseases. “Now, for the first time in the history of our species, our bodies are being deprived of exposure to those everyday germs because we live in such a sanitary environment,” explains lead author Thomas McDade, of Northwestern. “Think about the immune system as [one] that needs information from the environment to guide its development and function; if you live in a rich microbial environment, you get exposed to lots of germs, and that helps your immune system develop.”
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Being diagnosed with a life limiting disease such as cancer or heart disease usually elicits fears from those that expect the worst. The good news, however, is that the disease has been diagnosed and treatment options can be explored. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, as some diseases may be difficult to diagnosis. Lupus is one such disease.
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upus is an autoimmune disease, which means the body essentially has a reaction to its own tissue, and can affect almost every organ system in the body. There is no known cause or cure, but research shows a heavy prevalence in women compared to men, as high as a ratio of 8:1 under the age of 50. The symptoms associated with Lupus are similar to other autoimmune diseases – painful or swollen joints, chronic fatigue or unexplained fever. Symptoms range from mild to severe and can come and go over time. A gamete of triggers can provoke flare-up reactions. Perhaps the most identifiable sign of Lupus is the distinctive malar rash across the face, often called the “butterfly rash.” The distinctive butterfly rash can appear on the cheeks, across the bridge of the nose, and sometimes the forehead. It may not be present in every Lupus patient, but its occurrence can help identify the disease. The “butterfly rash” has also been used in a positive way to promote awareness as the
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butterfly has become Lupus’s symbol–reminding the world of both the animal and the disease’s ever-changing cycles. “Our symbol is beautiful, the disease is not” are inspiring words used by the organizers of Runway for a Cure, a fashion show and silent auction benefiting the Lupus Foundation of New England. The fashion show will feature models living with Lupus. The 2nd annual show will take place October 13 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Warwick. As with many chronic diseases, financial support for treatment research and public education is critical, especially with a disease that has not had a medical break through in the past 20-30 years. Runway for a Cure is the only event in Rhode Island raising funds and awareness about Lupus. Autoimmune diseases present a challenge for everyone involved in the healing process. Even those without chronic disease can play an important part in supporting small foundations that are key resources to all as we try to stay healthy and happy. For more information about Lupus, read personal stories and find local support groups, contact the Lupus Foundation of New England at 508-872-5200 or visit LupusNE.org. Stephanie Pina is a licensed acupuncturist and naturopath. She has treated patients at different stage of Lupus and is actively involved in local community awareness events such as the 2nd Annual Runway for a Cure Fashion Show and Silent Auction benefiting the Lupus Foundation of New England on October 13 at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Warwick.
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Pesticides Can Contribute to ADHD A team of scientists from the University of Montreal and Harvard University have discovered that exposure to organophosphate pesticides may be associated with increased risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Exposure to organophosphates, they report, might affect neural systems in ways that contribute to ADHD behaviors such as inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.
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BE A CLIMATE HERO Act up. Act now. by Bill McKibben
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t any given moment, there are a thousand things going wrong in the world. If we were to list just major environmental problems alone we could go on for a long time, citing everything from toxic contaminants in our food to the scarcity of safe drinking water. This past summer, we all stared in horror at the slowly blackening Gulf of Mexico as the Deepwater Horizon oil slick spread on and below the water’s surface. Making such a list is such a depressing exercise that the temptation is to just walk away from the task. We might feel like a surgeon at a wartime field hospital, forced to do major triage. Where do we turn first?
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The half-good news is that our planet’s mounting environmental troubles aren’t isolated, individual casualties. If we can figure out what the keystone is, then we can collectively start to work to cure a bunch of the most pressing problems at once. By the same token, if we guess wrong, we can labor for years to correct a particular woe, only to have our hard work overwhelmed by the underlying infection. Based on the scientific evidence, I think it’s pretty clear that the most crucial of all the complex issues we face today revolve around the causeand-effect relationship of burning fossil fuels and the accelerating changes in Earth’s climate. In short: If we can’t
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deal with global warming, nothing else we do will really matter. To put it more positively: If we can remove the needle from our arm that feeds society’s addiction to petroleum products, many of our other troubles would begin to wane.
Signs of the Times
Let’s start with the hard stuff: Global warming is the first crisis we’ve ever faced that has the potential to shake our civilization to its core. So far, human beings have burned enough coal, gas and oil to raise the temperature of the planet about one degree Fahrenheit. That’s already been enough to cause all manner of troubles:
n The Arctic icecap is melting, and quickly. By summer’s end in 2007, a record-setting year, the northernmost continent, which moderates air and water temperatures for the whole planet, contained 25 percent less ice than the year before. As of this writing, the 2010 melt was outpacing that of 2007. n The Earth’s hydrological cycles are undergoing a dramatic shift. Because warm air holds more water vapor than cold, the general atmosphere is about 5 percent moister than it was 40 years ago. This means more evaporation, hence more drought, in arid areas. But on the rest of a planet, where what goes up must come down—we’re witnessing extraordinary increases in flooding. This year, for example, we’ve seen record (and lethal) rainstorms in Tennessee, Oklahoma and Arkansas, just within the 1.5 percent of the planet’s surface comprised by the continental United States. n Overall, temperatures are rising to near unbearable levels as that single degree average increase on the thermometer reverberates in savage heat waves. This past spring, India experienced weeks of record temperatures that beat anything recorded since the British started measuring them in the early 1800s. Early this summer, seven nations smashed all-time temperature records. In Burma, the mercury set a new all-time record for Southeast Asia, at 118 degrees. In June, Pakistan went on to establish a new benchmark for the highest temperature ever recorded at any time, anywhere in Asia, of 129 degrees. All of this is due to a single degree of global temperature increase. The climatologists have warned us that if the United States, China and other countries don’t make a super-swift transition from the use of coal and oil, the world’s collective temperature will climb something like five degrees before the century is out. If one degree melts the Arctic icecap, we don’t want to see what five degrees looks like. So, that’s the bad news. Here’s the good news.
Alternate Scenario
Let’s imagine we took the most significant step we could to speed the world-
This year, China surpassed the United States as the world’s largest energy user, a status held for more than a century. Because China gets most of its electricity from coal, it’s also the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases as of 2007, yet the United States remains the world’s biggest oil consumer by a wide margin. We’re also by far the bigger energy consumer per capita, despite an overall 2.5 percent annual improvement in energy efficiency since 2000; the average American burns five times as much energy annually as the average Chinese citizen. ~ International Energy Agency wide transition off of fossil fuel. Let’s imagine that the U.S. Congress and the United Nations managed to agree on a national and international scheme to set stiff pricing on coal and oil that accurately reflects the damage these fossil fuels are wreaking in the atmosphere. If that happened, then many other things would follow. The most obvious is that we’d see lots more solar panels and wind turbines. Suddenly, anyone with a spreadsheet would be able to see that it no longer makes sense to invest in a coal-fired power plant. Anyone building a new apartment complex would immediately understand that it’s in his or her best interest to install solar hot water tubes on the roof. In China, the world leader in total energy use, yet also in renewable energies, 250 million people now get their hot water this way. But, such a simple and effective solution still has to fight against the force of economic gravity there, as elsewhere. As long as coal-fired electricity is absurdly cheap, renewable energy sources will stay marginal. The effects of a widespread switch to clean and renewable energies
wouldn’t be confined to the energy sector. Think about farming. We’ve spent half a century building a giant agro-industrial complex that runs entirely on fossil fuel. Yet author Michael Pollan recently calculated that it takes 10 calories of fossil energy to produce one calorie of food. Because that growing complex is a machine, not really a farm, the food it produces is terrible in terms of taste and nutrition, and includes toxic residues from pesticides, herbicides and chemically synthesized fertilizers. The ultimate irony is that we now devote the best farmland on the planet, the American Midwest, to growing highfructose corn syrup. It’s a prime culprit in our country’s diabetes epidemic. The ripple effect goes on and on. On the other hand, consider what would happen if the price of oil went up high enough that this nation could no longer afford to farm in the manner preferred by agribusiness behemoths? What would happen is that we’d need more Americans engaged in healthier farming, with human labor and ingenuity replacing some of the fossil fuel. That would increase yields per acre and also increase the quality of the foods we eat. Research studies reported by Jules Pretty, pro-vice-chancellor of the University of Essex, UK, in his book, Agri-Culture, have proved that small farms around the world are routinely as productive as agro-industrial lands, and that low-input farming, too, can feed the world with a wholesale switchover. Again, this is already starting to happen: Farmers’ markets continue to be the fastest growing part of our nation’s food economy; the last agricultural census found that the number of farms in the United States is increasing for the first time in a century-and-a-half. That’s good news and potentially great news, but small farming, co-ops and organic production will remain a small, marginal trend until the price of energy changes. The day that happens is the day that everyone finds their way to a local farmers’ market. Helpful changes roll out, from bus and train commutes replacing cars to the rising popularity of densely inhabited urban blocks, as cul-de-sac suburbia loses its appeal. Local storefronts
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naturally get the nod over big box chain stores, too, and so on.
The Key to Change
How do we make it happen? How do we change the price of energy, which is what almost every observer thinks is the only way we can make a real change in the physics and chemistry of the current global warming phenomenon, and make an effective difference in the short time allowed before the harmful consequences explode exponentially? If only everyday people could do it solely by making personal energy improvements around the house, at work and in their communities—through such steps as switching to more energyefficient light bulbs and riding our bikes to work. Such changes are good to do, of course, and it all helps, but we don’t have a century to turn around our global situation. Which means we also need to engage in… politics. We need to put the pressure on our leaders now to change the price of energy now. Remember—they’re getting plenty of pressure from lobbyists pocketing profits on the other side. Because of government subsidies and cartels, fossil fuel is the most profitable industry humans have ever engaged in; last year, Exxon Mobil Corporation made more money than any company in recorded history. That buys them a lot of power. We won’t be able to outspend them, so we will have to do what people have always done when they have found themselves needing to take charge of their future: We must build a movement. Politicians won’t change because scientists tell them we have a problem—they’ll change because enough people tell them they have to, or they’ll lose their jobs. Building just this kind of movement is entirely possible.
Citizen Action Plan
Two years ago, a few concerned citizens joined me in launching 350.org, a wholly grassroots campaign that takes its name from a wonky scientific data point. NASA scientists led by James Hansen have published reams of data showing that, “Any value for carbon in the atmosphere greater than 350 parts
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Scientific data shows the ocean becoming more acidic at an unprecedented rate as surface waters continue to absorb approximately a third of manmade atmospheric carbon dioxide emissions. ~ National Research Council, Ocean Acidification, 2010
Global phytoplankton populations have dropped about 40 percent since 1950, and scientists believe that rising sea surface temperatures are to blame. The microscopic plants both form the foundation of the ocean’s food web and gobble up carbon dioxide to produce half of the world’s oxygen output. ~ Dalhousie University, Canada, Nature, 2010 per million [ppm] is not compatible with the planet on which civilization developed and to which life on Earth is adapted.” It sounds like an unpromising banner to rally people around— too serious and too depressing, because we’re already well past the 350 mark. The atmosphere is currently at 392 ppm carbon dioxide, which is why the Arctic is melting. So far, we’ve racked up some successes; in October 2009, we held an International Day of Action that created some 5,200 demonstrations in 181 countries. That’s a lot—in fact, CNN called it, “… the most widespread day of political action in the planet’s history.”
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Online images posted from those events banish wrong preconceptions people might have about who is and is not an environmentalist. Most of the rallies were orchestrated by poor, black, brown, Asian and young people, because that’s what most of the world is made up of. Six weeks later, at the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, 117 nations endorsed that 350 target, which was good; except that they were 117 poor and vulnerable nations, not the richest and most addicted to fossil fuels. So, we fight on. This October, we’re holding a 10/10/10 Global Work Party. It’s set to spread around the world, too, with people in thousands of communities doing something practical: putting solar panels on local schools, harvesting community gardens and planting mangroves along rising shorelines. In Auckland, New Zealand, they aim to repair every bicycle in every garage. The intention will be twofold. Point one is that bikes are good. Ditto solar panels. We need both in our communities. Point two acknowledges that we know we can’t solve climate change
one bike path at a time. So we’re also intent on sending a strong political message to our leaders: If we can get to work, so can you. Right now. If I can climb up on the roof of the school to hammer in a solar panel, you can climb to the floor of the Senate and hammer out some helpful legislation. It’s time to shame our government and corporate leaders a little, and maybe inspire them, too. We all need to get to work addressing climate change right where we live, in our communities. We need to build towns and cities that make sense and create jobs for families. We also need to build a world that works, because the best organic gardener on Earth won’t be able to cope with 30 straight days of rain, or a month with no rain at all, without helpful policies. That means resorting to politics, which is another way of saying that we must work together as people for better solutions to climate change than what we have now. It can be beautiful. If you don’t believe me, check out the pictures at 350.org.
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Vegan advocates, who include celebrities like Alicia Silverstone, Tobey Maguire and Woody Harrelson, support a robust vegan infrastructure, with new cookbooks and gourmet recipes, hip new restaurants and an explosion of websites and chat rooms devoted to a plant-based lifestyle. Some omnivores doubt that people can be either healthy or satisfied without the nutrients and flavor of animal products. After all, didn’t we evolve from meat eaters? Yes, our hunter-gatherer forbears may have liked meat, explain some experts, but it comprised only a tiny part of their diet—those animals were hard to catch. Instead, early humans subsisted largely on wild vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Milk and cheese didn’t become a diet staple until 10,000 years ago, and then only in Europe. Author Virginia Messina, a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in public health, based in Port Townsend, Washington, says her research for the American Dietetic Association confirms that vegetarians overall have lower levels of bad cholesterol, less obesity and a lower incidence of both hypertension and colon cancer than meat-eaters. Vegans have even lower cholesterol and blood pressure than vegetarians who eat eggs and dairy. But eschewing animal products only leads to improved by Kristin Ohlson health if people follow some basic guidelines. Vegans must be sure to eat a variety of whole grains, beans, legumes, nuts and seeds—good sources of protein—as well as fruits and ased upon what he observed at a plantation in Hawaii vegetables. (Messina notes that the average person needs on his first job out of medical school, California physiabout 55 grams of protein a day, about half that ingested in cian John McDougall has eaten a vegan diet for 35 a typical America diet.) And, while plant diets are generally years. There, he cared for workers hailing from China, Japan, rich in iron, Messina notes that vegans need to make sure that Korea and the Philippines, and quickly noticed that first-genthe iron is well absorbed by eating a diet rich eration immigrants didn’t have the diseases The American Institute in vitamin C—leafy greens, as well as citrus, he’d been trained to treat: no heart disease, peppers, potatoes, melons and tomatoes. She no diabetes, no cancer, no arthritis. However, for Cancer Research reminds vegans to get enough zinc in their he saw more evidence of these conditions recommends avoiding diets with nuts, seeds and seed butters like with each succeeding generation, as the tahini. Some nutritionists suggest that vegans processed meat and workers increasingly indulged in standard take a vitamin B12 supplement, as well as a American fare. eating no more than calcium supplement. “My first-generation patients kept to the 500 grams (18 ounces) Vegans insist that giving up these animal diet they had eaten in their home countries,” products doesn’t mean giving up the pleaof red meat a week, McDougall says. “They lived on rice and sures of food. Perhaps no vegan chef has vegetables, with very little meat and no dairy. the equivalent of six done more to convince skeptics than Isa But, as their kids started to eat burgers and 3-ounce servings. Chandra Moskowitz, with cookbooks like shakes, the kids got fatter and sicker.” Vegan with a Vengeance, Veganomicon, and Accounts like this contribute to the fact that today, as many as 8 million Americans say ~ Elaine Magee, WebMD.com Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World. (She also founded the Post Punk Kitchen vegan that they are vegetarians, according to a 2009 website with free recipes at theppk. Harris Interactive survey commissioned by The Vegetarcom). Many of her recipes take ian Resource Group. Of these, about a third are vegans, fewer than 45 minutes to prewho avoid meat, eggs and dairy products, as well as pare, often from inexpensive meat. Many choose a plant-based diet for better health; ingredients. “It’s an economiothers, because they believe it’s more humane and cal way to eat,” she says. “It’s environmentally conscious. According to the Natural the way poor people have Marketing Institute, as many as 30 percent of Americans always eaten.” say they are trying to reduce their meat intake.
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Defining Different Strokes It’s common for people to become quasi-vegetarians on the way to a way of eating that’s even more health- and planet-friendly. Here’s a look at various dietary practices. n Omnivore: eats both plant- and animal-based foods
Certainly, it takes some retraining to adopt a vegan diet. Some people start by keeping meat portions to three or four ounces and going meatless one day each week, as author Michael Pollan recommends. But once people get the hang of preparing tasty, plant-based meals, they realize the breadth of the culinary experience. “The people who have been vegan for any length of time actually have a diet that’s substantially more diverse and interesting than the typical omnivore,” observes Erik Marcus, author of The Ultimate Vegan Guide: Compassionate Living Without Sacrifice. “You might think that your diet becomes more limited if you get rid of animal foods, but the opposite is actually true.” Kristin Ohlson is a freelance writer in Cleveland, OH. Reach her at KristinOhlson.com.
n Flexitarian: inclined to mostly eat vegetarian, but sometimes adds in meat n Vegetarian: eats no meat, including fish and shellfish, or any animal byproducts; also known as a lactoovo vegetarian (eats dairy and eggs) n Lacto-vegetarian: a vegetarian who eats dairy products, but not eggs n Ovo-vegetarian: a vegetarian who eats eggs, but not dairy products n Pescetarian: a vegetarian who eats fish (may also avoid factoryfarmed fish) n Vegan: eats no meat, eggs or dairy, and no animal-derived ingredients, like gelatin, honey or whey; usually also excludes wearing and other uses of animal products, such as leather, wool, angora and cashmere n Raw: consists of only unprocessed vegan foods that have not been heated above 115° Fahrenheit n Macrobiotic: consumes unprocessed vegan foods and sometimes, fish; generally avoids refined oils, flours and sugars n Fruitarian: eats only plant foods that can be harvested without harming the plant
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network, led by individuals who are working to transform their own communities. While Berea is seeing its subdivisions expand and farmland disappear, one group of residents is making plans to help their community end its reliance on fossil fuels. Berea locals have a goal they’re by Tara Lohan calling “50 x 25.” By 2025, they aim to have the town using 50 percent less energy, deriving 50 percent of the More and more neighborhoods are making the transition energy it does use from local sources, procuring 50 percent of its food from to a climate-friendly community. farms and processors within 100 miles of town, and generating 50 percent of its gross domestic product from locally owned, independent businesses. he coastal town The Transition Town Berea group Transition Houston, Cities first began comof Lincoln City, holds monthly reskilling workshops to mitting to Kyoto Protocol in Houston, Texas, Oregon, has a lot help locals acquire the know-how to goals in 2005, through to lose if nothing is done is working on a grow their own food, weatherize their the U.S. Conference of about climate change. houses and install solar panels. Their Transition film series Mayors Climate Protection The town sits 11 feet projects help neighbors replant lawns Agreement. Now, more with Rice University than 1,000 cities in the above sea level, and unwith edibles and build raised vegetable checked climate change and a Permablitz United States, the District beds. They’ve also auctioned rain barcould erode its beaches rels painted by local artists and orgaprogram of neighbor- of Columbia and Puerto or flood the town. nized a 100-Mile Potluck to celebrate Rico have signed on. Residents are taking hood permaculture local food and farmers. The community matters into their own climate movement goes workshops. hands. “We could ignore beyond government initia- Building a Future from it, let the federal governtives; it’s a cultural shift the Ground Up ment deal with it,” Mayor Lori Hollinginvolving people from tiny rural towns to The Transition Towns movement in sworth says. “We’re not willing to do major metropolitan areas. the United States is less than two that.” Last year, Lincoln City committed years old, but it came from the seeds to becoming carbon neutral, through The Heart of Climate Action of earlier re-localization efforts and renewable energy, energy efficiency The fast-growing college town of Berea, other community climate groups and and carbon offsets. Kentucky, is one of scores of U.S. comnonprofits. Communities like Lincoln City have munities that have become Transition A lecture on climate change may long been ahead of Congress and the Towns and formed a diffuse, grassroots not appeal to everyone, but advoWhite House on climate commitments.
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Residents of Berea, Kentucky, have a goal of “50 x 25.” By 2025, residents aim to have the town using 50 percent less energy, deriving 50 percent of the energy it uses from local sources, procuring 50 percent of its food from farms and processors within 100 miles of town, and generating 50 percent of its gross domestic product from locally owned, independent businesses. cates find they can interest people in things like gardening, says Richard Olson, director of the Berea College Sustainability and Environmental Studies program. “We talk to them about heirloom seeds and what their grandparents grew and if they’d like to learn canning. We get them involved without even mentioning transition or sustainability.” Interest in climate-readiness is spreading: Austin, Texas, has an ambitious plan to make city facilities, vehicles and all other operations carbonneutral by 2020. Louisville, Colorado, now has a car share program. Charlottesville, Virginia, is creating a trail system for walking and biking to connect schools, parks and other public spaces. Greensburg, Kansas, a city of fewer than 2,000, was leveled by a
tornado in May 2007. Residents have decided to rebuild as green as they can, requiring all city buildings to meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED platinum rating for top-level environmentally friendly construction. They’ve also formed the group Greensburg GreenTown to increase public education about green living, make resources available at the library and distribute educational materials through online and telephone classes and events. Green building initiatives also are spreading, thanks in part to Architecture 2030, a nonprofit based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which calls for an immediate 50 percent reduction in fossil fuel consumption in new buildings and renovations, and sets a goal of carbonneutral design by 2030. The U.S. Conference of Mayors adopted the program in 2006. These communities hope they can lead the way toward the big changes we’ll need, both nationally and internationally, to respond to climate change. “Working at the community level to build resilience is the strategy that has the most chance of success,” observes Olson. “It’s not going to take until our grandchildren’s generation to see if we’ve succeeded. I think in 10 years we’ll see if we’re going to have a chance.” For more information visit Transition US.org. Tara Lohan is a contributing writer to YES! Magazine, a senior editor at AlterNet and editor of the book, Water Consciousness.
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Ayurveda and the Season of Change You are given only one moment at a time. Really speaking, no other moment exists. Enjoy this moment. Celebrate this moment. The moment of no movement is meditation.
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yurveda, the holistic science of health from India that dates back nearly 6,000 years, teaches us that everything moves in cycles: like the cycle of day and night, and the cycle of the seasons. Cool, brisk, windy days and cold, dry, windy nights signify the autumn season. In Ayurveda, autumn is a time of change or movement. It is the season of vata, which loosely translates to “the energy of movement.” Cold, dry, and windy are all qualities of vata, so the general understanding of Ayurvedic autumn health is that by supporting yourself with the application of gentle opposites to cold and dry, you can keep healthy during the season. In other words, if the weather is cold and you drink warm drinks, you are counteracting the cold by adding heat inside your body, thereby helping to keep yourself in balance, which is one of the fundamental principles of Ayurveda. The belief is that ideal health is when the body, mind and spirit are in a perfect state of balance–balance not only in your own being, but balance with nature, the universe and all living things.
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To help maintain good health in this season of change and movement, follow these tips for optimum autumn health and balance:
Get an early start to the day. Awaken before dawn when the air is calm and the day is still peaceful and quiet. Eat warm, well-cooked nourishing foods such as oatmeal, cream of rice or wheat or other favorite grains for breakfast. Later in the day, eat soups, stews and steamed veggies. Cold foods (such as salads) are not recommended, nor is fasting. Keep warm. Wear layers. Cover your head and ears on cold, gusty days. Exercise regularly. A brisk walk in the fresh air is a nice start to the day. Overly strenuous exercise is not necessarily appropriate, especially for less robust types. Yoga is excellent. If you currently have a yoga practice, good yoga asanas or poses for the fall are Lotus pose, forward bend, backward bend, spinal twist and the sun salutation (12 cycles done slowly). If you are new to yoga, be gentle with yourself as you begin to stretch and acclimate to this new form of exercise. Several minutes of breathing and meditation works wonders. Wear bright fall colors. Red, yellow and orange are great choices. Massage with warm oils, always including the head and face, can be calming and nurturing. It improves circulation and softens, smoothes and brightens the skin. There are specific Ayurvedic massage techniques and treatments for balancing vata, including Shirodhara. The vata season of autumn is also known as a time of creativity and mental alertness. It is a perfect time to begin new projects, complete those left behind and enjoy a renewed feeling of vitality. Allow your senses to be surrounded by beauty. In Ayurveda, the senses are considered avenues of consciousness that bring the experiences of the outside world to the heart as feelings. The heart is believed to be the source of all our thoughts, actions and desires. Autumn is vata, and vata is movement. By balancing that movement with calm clarity, you can create harmony and well being in your life. You’ll see that it will positively affect those around you. Sources: Lad, Vasant, (1988), The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies. Doulliard, Dr. John (2004), The Encyclopedia of Ayurvedic Massage. Jan Goldstein is an Ayurvedic and Traditional Massage Therapist in Newport. She offers Pancha Karma body treatments individually or with other Ayurvedic practitioners for each client’s optimal health and well-being. For more information, email jangold@webtv.net or call 401-847-1371.
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October is National Spinal Health Month
EXERCISE FOR SPINE HEALTH SMART TRAINING BEATS BACK PAIN by Michael Curran
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s exercise reaches beyond the realm of pure athletics to include fitness fans everywhere, people have noticed that their efforts to stay in shape often are thwarted by back pain. That’s why knowledgeable trainers counsel that any well-designed workout must honor the health and mechanics of this important part of the body. Dr. Karen Erickson, a New York City-based chiropractor and spokesperson for the American Chiropractic Association, sees firsthand why alignment is crucial, especially if an individual has a history of back pain. “Good stability and good flexibility are the big factors for keeping the spine healthy,” she says. No matter what exercise modality one chooses to practice, Erickson advises beginning conservatively, as benefits can be achieved without pushing the level of difficulty.
Core Strength Counts Developing muscle strength throughout the torso is key to maintaining the correct spinal curvature for a strong back. In addition to the muscles that directly attach to the spine, the spine is also stabilized by deep stomach strength, strong pelvic floor support and the upper thigh muscles. Pilates is wellknown for its focus on such core conditioning. “Pilates uses apparatus expressly designed for working the abdominals and the back,” explains Lolita San Miguel, from her studio in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. “Most of our work is in the supine or prone positions [lying down], so that the vertical pull from gravity is lessened, and the body can be worked with a more correct alignment, and thus more effectively.” One of a small group of active practitioners who studied with Pilates method founder Joseph Pilates, San Miguel is a living testament to the benefits of the practice. When this 75-year-old isn’t doing her daily Pilates, she’s engaged in other physically demanding activities. “Pilates makes life sweet for the senior,” she says.
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Posture Matters Despite well-meaning parental advice, it turns out that good posture entails more than just pulling our shoulders back. Alignment practices like Restorative Exercise and the Alexander Technique were designed to develop an awareness of full-body mechanics as we go about daily activities. Annette Cantor-Groenfeldt teaches the Alexander Technique in Santa Fe, New Mexico. “The central theme of the technique is the spine, learning how to maintain length through the spine as you move,” she advises. “It is used extensively by actors, dancers, musicians and other high-performance people whose activities depend on postural alignment.” In 2008, the Alexander Technique was the subject of a yearlong study published in the British Medical Journal, where it was shown to be effective in relieving low-back pain. The system focuses on both mental and physical aspects of movement, and usually includes passive treatments on the massage table, where the teaching practitioner manipulates the body to help release muscular tension.
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Stay Flexible Keeping spinal movements fluid and supple is also es-
sential for keeping the discs of the spine healthy. Tai chi and the related qigong emphasize this kind of mobility. “Many Tai chi students find that they can move some of their vertebrae, but others seem to be stuck, with several vertebrae moving as one,” reports Sound Beach, New York-based Tai chi Master Bob Klein. He explains, “In Tai chi, you become a master of moving the spine so that it almost seems devoid of bones, flowing and turning with ease, in exact coordination with the rest of the body.” Both Tai chi and qigong are gaining popularity among those who are looking to maximize a cardiostyle workout, while minimizing impact on their bones and joints. Yoga is a longtime favorite approach to maintaining both stability and flexibility through strong muscles and alignment. Ana Forrest used her hatha yoga practice to recover from an accident that seriously injured all the regions of her spine, and Forrest Yoga was born out of her retraining. “People spend 90 percent of their waking hours in positions that compress the spine—in how they sit, how they stand, even how they do backbends in yoga class,” she observes. “Part of a good yoga practice is to create length in the spine, create a feeling of spaciousness in the body.” While Erickson considers herself a fan of all the exercise modalities listed here, she always emphasizes personal responsibility when it comes to back health. “Never do an exercise that causes you pain,” she offers as a rule of thumb. For long-term back health, she explains that chiropractic care is great for improving alignment and other back-related issues, yet is no substitute for daily exercise and self-care. Michael Curran has credentials in psychology, ayurvedic medicine, and Restorative Exercise™. He is the director of Health and Wellness Media (HealthAndWellnessMedia.com). Contacts: Karen Erickson at DrKarenErickson@msn.com; Ana Forrest at ForrestYoga.com; Bob Klein at MovementsOfMagic.com; Lolita San Miguel at LolitaPilates.com; and Annette Cantor-Groenfeldt at 505-670-0474.
BETTER BODY ALIGNMENT WITH ROLFING by Greg Knight
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ome relationships come and go; others last a lifetime. One relationship we all have, but rarely think of, is our relationship to gravity. From birth, our bodies are in a constant, dynamic relationship with the forces of gravity. We are born to be upright, an elegant vertical that moves through and explores the world. Unfortunately, over time, we slowly lose our easy alignment and start to suffer with chronic pains and loss of energy, grace and ease. More than 60 years ago, Dr. Ida P. Rolf recognized this changing relationship with gravity. She observed these changes as appearing in the subtle, long standing patterns of holding and strain in the body’s connective tissues. Influenced by yoga and osteopathy, Dr. Rolf developed a precise system of manual therapy and movement education to address these changes. “When the body gets working appropriately, the force of gravity can flow through,” she said. “Then, spontaneously, the body heals itself.” Commonly known as “Rolfing,” this manual therapy is unique in the world of body therapies. It approaches immediate issues, such as a sore back or chronic neck pain, by looking at how the body as a whole is compensating for its history of injuries, stresses, and bad habits of movement and posture. Rolfing is an educational bodywork system. Rolfers are trained to systematically ease the long standing patterns of strain and holding in the body, gradually bringing the whole body into better alignment. Rolfers work directly with the
nervous system to reeducate how the body positions its major segments including the head, neck, chest and pelvis, to change how we stand, breathe, walk and move. Better alignment provides relief from nagging strains that have their roots in events that can be years or decades old. Rolfers begin by evaluating the body’s structure and habits of movement. The work itself is usually done lying down, or sometimes sitting or standing. Each session focuses on particular relationships in the body, such as the feet and legs to the spine. Most often the work simply feels like pressure on the body and varies from light to strong and intense. Most sessions last about an hour and are usually spaced one to two weeks apart, with each session building on the work accomplished in the previous one. The treatment is often used to help with chronic stress or anxiety, neck and shoulder pain, repetitive stress injuries, sciatica, and compensations from scar tissue and surgeries. Professional athletes, yoga practitioners, dancers and equestrians use Rolfing to stay ahead of chronic problems and to enhance performance and artistic expression. Rolfing can have far reaching effects on the whole person, affecting one’s attitudes, emotions, and perception of one’s body and oneself. Greg Knight is Certified Advanced Rolfer and Rolfing Movement Teacher. With over 20 years of bodywork experience, Greg has been practicing Rolfing in RI since 1994. Call 401-724-8426 or visit GregKnightRolfing.com
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HEALTH Make Prevention a Daily Habit by Beth Davis
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estimates that roughly one- Embrace Fish Oil or some women, the thought of breast cancer elicits fears related to According to a recent report in Cancer third of all cancer deaths body image, surgery and mortality. Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, It has likely affected every woman in who regularly included a fish oil may be diet-related. To help women this country, either through the trauma supplement in their diet had a 32 perof personal experience or through ancent reduced risk of breast cancer than decrease a woman’s risk, other’s trials. those not taking the supplement. According to the American Cancer The Cancer Cure Foundation Society (ACS), some 207,000 new cases Take Up Tea of invasive breast cancer will be diagrecommends adding foods Green tea, the most widely consumed nosed in U.S. women this year. Despite beverage in the world, after water, containing cancer-fighting this staggering number, there is good reportedly contains the highest connews. The ACS also reports that after incentration of polyphenols, powerful properties, including fiber, creasing for more than two decades, the antioxidants that help fight off the free incidence rate of female breast cancer radicals that scientists believe contribseaweed and whole soy recently has been decreasing, by about ute to the aging process, as well as the 2 percent per year from 1999 to 2006, development of many health problems, products. which may indicate that we are adoptincluding cancer. According to a new ing more effective prevention methods. study led by Martha Shrubsole, an as Here are some natural ways to keep breast tissue healthy. sistant professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Get a Move On
Walk, run, swim or bike—just move. Studies show that exercise reduces the risk of breast cancer. Results of research published in BMC Cancer found that women in the study group who engaged in more than seven hours a week of moderate-to-vigorous exercise for the last 10 years were 16 percent less likely to develop breast cancer than those who were inactive.
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in Nashville, regular consumption of green tea may reduce a woman’s risk of breast cancer by as much as 12 percent.
The Power of Produce
Eat more fruits and vegetables. The American Institute of Cancer Research lists the foods most likely to help decrease the risk of breast cancer. Superstar vegetables include all cruciferous veggies (broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts,
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cauliflower); dark leafy greens (collards, kale, spinach); carrots; and tomatoes. Steam the vegetables or eat them raw to best preserve their cancer-fighting nutrients. Superstar fruits include citrus, berries and cherries.
The Magic of Mushrooms
Regularly include medicinal mushrooms at mealtime, especially the Japanese varieties maitake and shiitake. Studies have shown that maitake mushrooms, in particular, stimulate immune function and also inhibit tumor growth. In a study of more than 2,000 Chinese women, those who ate the most fresh mushrooms (10 grams or more a day) proved about two-thirds less likely to develop breast cancer than non-consumers.
Limit the Alcohol
A study of more than a million women by Oxford University scientists indicates a clear link between drinking even moderate amounts of wine and breast cancer. A Harvard Nurses’ Health study has shown that consuming more than one alcoholic beverage a day can increase breast cancer risk by as much as 20 to 25 percent.
Cut the Fat
Ann Kulze, a medical doctor and author of Dr. Ann’s 10-Step Diet, says women should minimize consumption of omega-6 and saturated fats, avoid trans fats, and maximize intake of omega-3 fats, especially from oily fish such as tuna, salmon, sardines and mackerel. Kulze suggests that women consume
monounsaturated fats like olive oil, as well as nuts and seeds; the latter also provide selenium, an important mineral in cancer protection, according to the British Journal of Cancer.
Cut Chemical Exposure
Certain chemicals, many of which are found in plastic, appear to interfere with the body’s hormonal balance and could harm breast tissue. To reduce exposure to chemicals such as Biphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, Marissa Weiss, a physician and president of BreastCancer.org, recommends using products that are made from glass, ceramic or stainless steel, instead.
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The link between postmenopausal hormone therapy (PHT) and breast cancer has long been a subject of debate, and research results have been mixed. According to experts at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, it’s probably safe to take hormones for up to four to five years, although they recommend using the lowest dose possible. Of course, not using PHT to start with is a way to avoid raising this particular risk. Making such conscious daily life choices pays off today and in many tomorrows. Beth Davis is a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings magazines.
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Dances of Universal Peace – 7:30-9:30pm. Simple circle dances from the world’s spiritual traditions. No experience necessary, all dances will be taught. Free. St Martin’s Church, 50 Orchard Ave, Providence. ellenlara@earthlink.net. 401-245-8841.
Saturday, October 9
Childplay Yoga Teacher Training – 9am-6pm. 2 day certification program for all interested in offering creative, constructive yoga oriented activities for children 3-12 years old or modified for teens. No yoga experience necessary. $385. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.
Friday, October 1
YogaDance with Toni Lyn Bonadi – 7:30-8:30pm. Explore all seven chakras through in-depth personal experience. Move through each of the energy centers of your multidimensional self, finding profound joy and healing. $55/5 weeks. $50/by Sept 24. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave 2nd Fl, Pawtucket. 401-421-9876. BreathingTimeYoga.com.
Sunday, October 3
Integrative Yoga Therapy 200hr. – 9:30am-5:30pm. First day of the 11 month non-residential program. Residential program being held in Mexico in February. Preregistration is required. See web for details. $2,395/program fee + manuals, lodging. IYT, Ellen Schaeffer, One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (rt. 6), Foster. ellen@youphoria.biz. 401-368-9642. Herbs for Winter Health – 1-3pm. Learn what herbs are best to boost your immune system and treat colds, flu. Learn harvesting, dosage, methods of preparation, tincture-making. Taught by Linda Patterson. $25. Mother Mystic, 179 Dean St., Providence. 401-353-3099. MotherMystic.com.
Monday, October 4
Forward Extension Pose Week – 4-5:30pm. This week all classes will focus on BKS Iyengar’s Seated Forward Extensions with complimentary poses. Five levels of classes. Check the website for complete schedule. $18/drop in, $15/enrolled. Iyengar Yoga Source, 2170 Broad St., Cranston. 401-461-6665. LindaDicarlo.com. Feng Shui-Snap Your Space Into Shape – 7-9pm. Introduction to creating a home using Feng Shui. Addresses decreasing problem areas to create open free feeling space. $35. Dana, One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (rt. 6), Foster. 401-368-9642.
Tuesday, October 5
Spirit Rescue: Practical Approach – 7-9:30pm. Interested in the paranormal? Have spirits in your home? Learn about types of spirits, spirit communication and rescue. Taught by Maggie Florio TRIPRG. $20. Mother Mystic, 179 Dean St., Providence. 401-353-3099. MotherMystic.com.
Shamanic Journey Group – 7-8:45pm. Build and maintain your journey practice to access inner guidance. Knowledge of how to journey is required. Bring a journal and blanket. $10. Katharine Rossi, 578 Wood St, Bristol. info@archeofspirit.com. 401-924-0567.
Thursday, October 7
SNAP! Your Space Into Shape! – 6-8pm. SNAP! Introduction to creating a home using Feng Shui. Addresses decreasing problem areas to create open free feeling space. $35. Unique Total Body. Kelli@uniquetotalbody.com. 190 Putnam Pike, Johnston. 401-233-2348
Integrative Medicine at Brown – 6:15-8:15pm. Case presentation on integrative cancer care by Jody Noe, ND. Free, all are welcome. Memorial Hospital, Physicians Auditorium, 111 Brewester St, Pawtucket. Energy Tools: Smudge Feather Workshop – 6:308:30pm. Learn the many ways of using a smudge feather with and without smoke. $35. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com.
Friday, October 8
Whole Bead Show – 10am-6pm. Vintage through contemporary pieces. Open to the public and wholesalers. $7. Whole Bead, RI Convention Center, One Sabin St, Providence. 800-292-2577. WholeBead.com.
Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Remove Physical tension with some gentle stretches before embarking on a journey of healing and peace with the help of your spirit guides. $10/call to reserve. The Journey Within, 1645 Warwick Ave Suite #224, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com.
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Whole Bead Show – 10am-6pm. See October 8th for details. $7. Whole Bead, RI Convention Center, One Sabin St, Providence. 800-292-2577. WholeBead.com. Ayurvedic Self Care for Autumn – 12:15-3:15pm. Susan Krantz, Viniyoga Therapist and Ayurvedic Consultant will show how Ayurvedic and yoga practices can be implemented to keep you warm, and balanced this winter. $54. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket. 401-421-9876. BreathingTimeYoga.com. Shamanic Guide & Journey – 1-3pm. Take a spiritual journey and meet your animal guide, but first learn the steps and techniques into past life regression the shamanic way. Call to reserve your seat. $30. Tea Leaf & Tarot, 7 Main St E & F, Wickford Village. 545-0303. Healingtouch100.blogspot.com. Ghost Tour – 2-8pm. Bodies wanted! Visit famous haunted sites in RI on this spooky bus ride. Surprises! Costumes welcome. Dare to join us. Tickets in advance. Call or e-mail tealeaftarot@gmail.com. $40. Tea Leaf & Tarot Events, 7 Main St E & F, Wickford. 545-0303. Healingtouch100.blogspot.com.
Sunday, October 10
Whole Bead Show – 12-5pm. See October 8th for details. $7. Whole Bead, RI Convention Center, One Sabin St, Providence. 800-292-2577. WholeBead.com. Introduction To Wicca – 1-2pm. A broad look at the traditions, beliefs and rituals of this Neopagan religion. $20. Tea Leaf & Tarot, 7 Main St E & F, Wickford Village. 545-0303. Healingtouch100.blogspot.com.
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Magic, Charms & Spells – 2-3pm. The wonder of magick at your fingertips! Learn the history of divination and perform “white casting” on this special day, 10-10-10. $20. Tea Leaf & Tarot, 7 Main St E & F, Wickford Village. 545-0303. Healingtouch100.blogspot.com.
Runway for a Cure Fashion Show and Silent Auction – 6-10pm. Dedicated to increasing Lupus awareness and raising funds for research. Proceeds go to the Lupus Foundation of New England. Fashion show, silent auction, and raffles. $40/per ticket. Lupus Foundation of New England, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick. 401-741-2991. lupusne.org.
Divination Tools – 3-4pm. From readings, rods to pendulums learn complimentary tools used to create a desired manifestation. Call or e-mail: tealeaftarot@gmail.com to register for all classes. $20. Tea Leaf & Tarot, 7 Main St E & F, Wickford Village. 545-0303. Healingtouch100.blogspot.com.
The Wednesday Society – 7-8:30pm. Meet with like-minded women to support, inspire, motivate and propel one another to ultimate success. Roundtable forum with educational and motivational talk about living the life we love. Free. Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick. The Wednesday Society.
Monday, October 11
Low Gylcemic Overview – 10-11am. With the Holidays fast approaching, look & feel great for your Holiday Parties. Stop dieting & live the lifestyle. Free. John Freitas ISFTA Certified Trainer, 76 Farifield Ave, Woonsocket. johnfreitas13@yahoo.com. 401-524-4737.
Thursday, October 14
The Power of Vitamin D – 6-7pm Learn about the health benefits of Vitamin D, find out how much you really need, understand the link between Vitamin D and cancer. $20. Evolution – Pilates & Nutrition, 685 Metacom Ave, Bristol. 401-396-9331. evolutionri.com.
Harvest (Wellness) Open House – 12-5pm. Come celebrate our 2nd year of business with us! Complimentary Massage, Reflexology, Reiki & Yoga. Chiro Care and Acupuncture too. Live Entertainment and Refreshments. Free. West Shore Wellness, 2077 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-734-9355. WestShoreWellness.com.
Self Awareness and Stress Management – 6:308pm. Workshop for everyone who is dreaming of a world in peace. Be aware, decrease stress and anger. Parents, Teachers, Healers, Teenagers welcome. $15. Healing Hearts, 1542 Main St, West Warwick. HealingHeartsRI.com.
Chest Opening Back Extension Week – 5:457:15pm. Classes will focus on BKS Iyengars Chest Opening Back Extension poses with complimentary poses this week. 5 levels of classes. Check our website for class schedule. $18/drop in, $15/enrolled. Iyengar Yoga Source, 2170 Broad St., Cranston. 401-461-6665. LindaDicarlo.com.
Reiki Healers Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. Reiki Practitioners of all levels are invited to join us in giving and receiving. We will also use Reiki to send out to loved ones, difficult situations and the planet. $10. Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-935-8451.
Tuesday, October 12
Experiencing the Mesa: Creating Sacred Space for Healing – 6:30-9pm. Join us to see how a mesa is created and learn how a method called ‘holding space’ can be used for healing. $30. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com.
Lunch N Learn: Affirmation Power – 12-1pm. Brown Bag Lunch Series. Power of Affirmations: how to begin to use affirmations to create a more positive mindset and healthy lifestyle. Call to reserve your seat. Free. Body Wise, 575 East Main Rd, Middletown. 401-848-9825. body-wisetherapeutics.com.
Did You or a Loved One Lose a Job? – 7-9pm. Learn tools to attract an even better job for your highest good. Call to reserve. $15. Pat Hastings, Changing Lives, 1308 Atwood Ave, Johnston. 401-533-2860. ChangingLives1Breath.com.
Wednesday, October 13
Low Glycemic Overview – 10-11am. With the Holidays fast approaching, look & feel great for your Holiday Parties. Stop dieting & live the lifestyle. Free. John Freitas ISFTA Certified Trainer, 76 Farifield Ave, Woonsocket. johnfreitas13@yahoo.com. 401-524-4737.
Friday, October 15
David Roth Concert – 7-10pm. Open At The Top Presents: David Roth in Concert – James Taylor meets Jerry Steinfeld – folk singer, song-writer – DavidRothMusic.com. $15. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 Post Rd, Warwick. 732-1552. ConcordiaChurchRI.com.
Blackstone Valley Culinaria – Secret Ingredient Food Tour – 6-8pm. Meal: Italian Fare – eggplant and chicken parmigiana, pasta & meatballs. $21.50 Waterfall Cafe, 35 East Ave, Harrisville, Burrillville. 401-724-2200. blackstoneculinaria.com.
Saturday, October 16
Reiki I Certification Class – 9:30am-5:30pm. Start your journey with Reiki in the Shamballa MultiDimensional Healing System, a gentle hands-on energy balancing technique. Manual and Book are included. $180. Mónica Fernandes, Reiki Master Teacher. monica@evolutionreiki.com.
Angel Card Workshop – 10am-1pm. Fun-filled class will teach you how to give & receive messages from the Angels using Angel Cards. We will have practice decks available, or you can bring your own deck. $25. Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. gladys@heavenly-hugs.com. 401-935-8451.
markyourcalendar SATURDAY, october 16 Chi-Spa Open House – 10am-4pm. Visit this brand new, exclusive spa. Sample gift bags, exciting drawings and exclusive Grand Opening offers throughout the day. Free. Chi Spa, 1455 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence. Chi-Spa.net. Breathing Workshop – 11am-1:30pm. Lisa Jones invites you to share the insights & joy that come from incorporating body, mind, & unique spirit into breathwork. She has taught breathwork since 1998. $35. Changing Lives. 1308 Atwood Ave, Johnston. ChangingLives1Breath.com. Raw Food Lifestyle – 12-6pm. Basics and benefits of eating a high quality raw food diet. Explore different methods for transitioning to a raw food diet. Prepare foods to enjoy in class. $110. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.
Sunday, October 17
Reiki II Certification Class – 9:30am-6:30pm. Learn 3 traditional Reiki symbols. Focus on emotional and mental balancing, and distance healing techniques. Includes manual and book. $235. Mónica Fernandes, Reiki Master Teacher. monica@ evolutionreiki.com.
Chakra Healing Workshop – 12-3pm. A Yoga Nidra workshop. Yogic and shamanic techniques used to re-align and harness the vibratory frequency of the 7 energetic centers. All levels. $30. Santosha, 14 Bartlett Ave, Cranston. 785-4065. YogaAtSantosha.com.
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Workshops with Peggy Rometo – 7-9:30pm. Join Peggy on Friday for an Evening with Spirit, Saturday for Pursuing Your Promises at 9am, and Revealing Your Inner Truth at 2pm. $35/Friday, $75/each on Saturday. $150/all three. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.
Monday, October 18
Dancing for Birth – 5:45-6:45pm. Learn dance moves from around the world that will best prepare you to give birth. Build confidence, gain preparation skills and natural pain coping techniques. $70/5 weeks. $15/drop-in. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave 2nd Fl, Pawtucket. 401-421-9876. BreathingTimeYoga.com. Reiki Share – 6:30-8pm. For Reiki practitioners of any level. Intended to support those who provide support for others. Please contact Adriene if attending. $5 donation requested. Adriene Smith, RMT, The Wellness Center at Gold Plaza, 917A Warwick Ave, 2nd Floor, Warwick. 401-741-2278. AngelWhispersRI.com. Harnessing the Power of Social Media – 7-8:30pm. A “how-to” on utilizing Face Book as a free promotional tool. Step by step instructions on how to setup, create ads & promote on FB. Tips and Tricks for maximum utilization. $15. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (rt. 6), Foster. ellen@youphoria.biz. 401-368-9642. Shamanic Journey Group – 7-8:45pm. Build and maintain your journey practice to access inner guidance. Knowledge of how to journey is required. Bring a journal and blanket. $10. Katharine Rossi, Mill at Shady Lea, N. Kingstown. info@archeofspirit.com. 401-924-0567. Restorative Pose Week – 7:30-9pm. Classes will focus on BKS Iyengar’s Restorative Poses and Pranayama all week. 5 levels of classes. Learn to profoundly relax. Check website for class schedule. $18/drop ins, $15/enrolled. Iyengar Yoga Source, 2170 Broad St., Cranston. 401-461-6665. LindaDicarlo.com.
Tuesday, October 19
Pilates Ski Series –7-8pm. Tuesdays 10/19 – 11/23; Part I of a two-part Series that will help get your body in great shape for hitting the slopes. $115. Evolution – Pilates & Nutrition, 685 Metacom Ave, Bristol. 401-396-9331. evolutionri.com.
Wednesday, October 20
Blackstone Valley Culinaria – Secret Ingredient Food Tour – 6-8pm. Demo: pastry demonstration Meal: vegetable ravioli w/butternut squash in alfredo sauce. $21.50. Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, The Cakery & Restaurant, 71 Main St, Woonsocket. 401-724-2200. blackstoneculinaria.com. Did You or a Loved One Lose a Job? – 7-9pm. Learn tools to attract an even better job for your highest good $15. Pat Hastings, Dragonfly Gift Store, 877 County St, Somerset, MA. 508-689-4073. simplyawomanoffaith.com.
Saturday, October 23
Fall Foliage and Shopping Excursion – 9am4:30pm. From Cumberland, RI to Putnam, Ct 3 1/2 hours in Putnam for antique shopping, dining, and Putnam Fall Festival. Prices start at $58. Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Ann & Hope, Ann & Hope Way, Cumberland. 401-724-2200. tourblackstone.com. Reiki II- 9:45am-4pm. Reiki I prerequisite. Advanced techniques taught including distant healing. Receive this attunement and completion of the class, and you may collect monetary compensation. $250/Includes all materials/certificate. Adriene Smith, RMT, The Wellness Center at Gold Plaza, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-741-2278. AngelWhispersRI.com.
Addiction Recovery – The MissingKey – 7-8:30pm. 40-60% of drug rehab patients relapse, because the underlying mood deficits that draw people to addictive substances are not treated. Cure these moods naturally. $14. Dr.Lynda J. Wells, PhD,LDN,CNS, Neighborhood Guild, Columbia St, Wakefield. 401-789-5185. DrLyndaWells.com. Pendulumn Dowsing for Divination – 7-9pm. Use your pendulum to make decisions, gain insights and change the energy of any environment. Pendulum and chart included. Taught by Rev. Mother Susan. $20. Mother Mystic, 179 Dean St., Providence. 401-353-3099. MotherMystic.com.
Thursday, October 21
Purely Prosperity – 6:30-8:30pm. A Prosperity Workshop that contains powerful tips, tools and Attunements to help you find your inner peace & happiness with Prosperity & Abundance. $25. Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. gladys@heavenly-hugs.com. 401-935-8451.
Friday, October 22
Full Moon Gathering with Isis – 7-9pm. Ancient Egyptian Moon Goddess has many gifts to share with modern women. Work with Isis to release stress, old beliefs & emotional blocks. $20. Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. gladys@heavenly-hugs.com. 401-935-8451.
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Sunday, October 24
Journey Into the Void – 10-2pm. Retrieve parts of Self that have been lost or undiscovered, see & feel the heart’s desires, gain a stronger relationship with power animal using Shamanic Drumming & more. $50. Debbie Gleadow, Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-935-8451. Heavenly-Hugs.com/ShamanicDrumming.
Monday, October 25
Adayashanti Sangha (Gathering) – 7-8:30pm. Lets gather, study, meditate & share our insights into Adaya’s teachings. An interest in spiritual exploration is all that is needed. Readings or DVD’s are used. Free. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (rt. 6), Foster. ellen@youphoria.biz. 401-368-9642.
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Why Twist? – 4-6pm. The first of three classes taught by James Murphy, Director of the N.Y. Iyengar Yoga Institute. Two additional classes will be taught on Sunday. See flyer on website. $45/ per class, $120/entire workshop. Iyengar Yoga Source, 2170 Broad St., Cranston. 401-461-6665. LindaDicarlo.com.
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Shamanic Journey Workshop – 1-5:30pm. Learn how to journey to the upper and lower worlds to meet your spirit guides. A powerful tool for self-healing and accessing inner wisdom. $65. Katharine Rossi, 578 Wood St, Bristol. info@archeofspirit.com. 401-924-0567.
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Lunch ‘N Learn: Healthy Breathing – 12-1pm. Brown Bag Lunch Series. Breathing for Life: Learn Simple & Powerful Breathing techniques to enhance healing & relaxation. Free. Body Wise, 575 East Main Rd, Middletown. 401-848-9825. body-wisetherapeutics.com.
Heavenly Hugs Angel Gallery – 5-8pm. A gallery style event where attendees will receive messages from Loved Ones, Archangels, Guardian Angels or Spirit Guides. Uplifting night of Joy & Peace. $25. Gladys Alicea, Heavenly Hugs, 917A Warwick Avenue, Warwick. 401-935-8451. Heavenly-Hugs.com/Angels.
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Blackstone Valley Culinaria – Secret Ingredient Food Tour – 6-8pm. Meal: Autumn chicken, sweet potato, cornbread, apple pecan stuffing. $21.50. Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Tavern on Main, 1157 Putnam Pike, Chepchet. 401-724-2200. blackstoneculinaria.com.
Thursday, October 28
How to Keep the Faith and Be OK – 6:30-8pm. When you or a loved one has lost their job, learn tools on how to keep the faith and attract an even better job. $15. Healing Hearts, 1542 Main St, West Warwick. 401-615-2423. HealingHeartsRI.com. Goddess Gathering – 6:30-9pm. Meditation, chair massage, Reiki, readings with Silvia Sisson Medium/Clairvoyant, refreshments and more. $20/readings extra call to reserve. The Journey Within, 1645 Warwick Ave Suite #224, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com.
Energy Kinesiology – 7-9pm. Access and help transform physical symptoms, emotions and belief systems, learning and performance systems to a place of balance. $40. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com.
Friday, October 29
12 Steps of Yoga – 6-9pm. 10/30 9am – 6pm. Release experiences stored in the physical body while also freeing the mind. Supportive and powerful learning environment inspires compassion, awareness, change, and healing. All levels welcome. $125/before 10/14, $155/ after. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.
Ear Coning Certification Workshop – 6:308:30pm. Learn all about it, the history, equipment, safety/insurance, Acupressure points before the session and earn a certificate of completion. $89. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com.
Saturday, October 30
Wellness Expo – 11am-3pm. Visit the Wellness Center and sample some of the services available at the site. Talk with practitioners in natural health and healing. $40/advance, $50/at the door. Wellness Concierge Centers, 23 Clara Dr, Suite 107A, Mystic, CT. 860-572-4805. wellnessconciergecenters.com.
Laughter Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Create unity, healing energy & joy with a chuckle led by Chris Belanger, RYT.Mindfulness~Deep Breathing~Seated Guided Laughter join forces to heal the body & mind. $12. Changing Lives, 1308 Atwood Ave., Johnston. changinglives1breath.com.
markyourcalendar Wednesday, november 3 The Body Loves Balance – 7-8:30pm. Learn to address hormonal imbalances and take control of menopause. Find out what Hormone Replacement Therapy is all about, and how hormones regulate growth and repair the body. $25. Aquidneck Nutrients and Wellness, Rene St Laurent, 790 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. Call to reserve 401-324-6167.
Thursday, November 4
Thai Yoga Bodywork Certification – 8am-4pm. 5-day intensive training presents the history, philosophy, and theory of TYB. Demonstration supported by experiential practice modules are used to master techniques. $595/by October 8th, $675/ after. All That Matters, 315 Main St, Wakefield. 401-782-2126. AllThatMatters.com.
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Yoga with Childcare Coop – 5:45-7:15pm. 90 minutes of yoga bliss for you with Tori Smith and 90 minutes of social time for your child with other moms in charge. $128/8 weeks. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket. 401-4219876. BreathingTimeYoga.com.
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Taoist QI-gong, with Instructor Eric Wilson 9am-5pm. Full weekend program that will introduce people to the ancient system of health and longevity of Daoists from China. Taught for the first time in this country,exclusively at Shambhala Meditation Centers. $150. Providence Shambhala center, 541 Pawtucket Ave., Second Floor, Pawtucket. 401-369-5874. providence.shambhala.org.
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Kripalu Yoga – 9-9:45am. Postures, breathing and core work to stretch, strengthen and relieve tension. Donations accepted. Church of the Mediator – a UU Fellowship, 50 Rounds Ave, Providence. 401-941-3070. EveryBody’s Yoga – 9-10:15am. Postures, breathing and core work to stretch, strengthen and relieve tension. $48/6 classes, $10/walk in. Burrillville Community Recreation Center, 50 Lodge Rd, Pascoag. 401-578-4162. HealingHeartYoga.net. Gentle Yoga For Beginners and Advanced – 1011am. Breathing, (Pranayama), gentle to more vigorous postures, and rejuvenation, (Savasana) in a cozy atmosphere. $10. Yoga Spirit, Mohan, 95 Bay View Ave, Cranston. JohnFazzino@mac.com. 401-965-8074. Reiki Clinic – 12-2:30pm. 2nd Sunday. Experience a session for a love offering donation to a local charity. Registration required. Donation. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com. Urban Bhakti Groove – 3-4:30pm. On the Pawtucket/East Side line. Up-beat vinyasa flow class with meditative chanting and deep relaxation. $15/ drop in, $5 to a city based charity. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. shri-studio.com.
Monday
Cardio Mix – 6:15-7am. A little Zumba fitness and Hi-Lo dance with some boxing moves to get those arms in shape while getting your cardio burn. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Sculpt & Tone – 7:30-8:30am. With cardio intervals. Using primary bands for resistance, this workout will tone, strengthen, and ramp up your metabolism. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com.
New Group Meditation Class – 8-11:30am. Two 1.5hr group sessions 8am & 10am. Manage stress, awaken intuition & connect to spirit using guided breath control, visualization & sound. $12/call to register. Under The Sun Meditation Ctr & Bookstore, 31B Bridge St, Newport. 401-339-6092. UnderTheSunECC.com/meditation.html. Pilates Flex, Stretch and Tone – 9-10am. All levels, full body movement class for flexibility, muscle tone and balance. $15. Pilates West Bay, 5 Division St., East Greenwich. PilatesWestBay.com. Zumba Fitness Class – 9-10am. Basic fitness choreography, ideal for beginners. Followed by stretch. $65/10, $8/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Anusara Yoga – 9-10:30am. A heart opening, highly therapeutic style, all levels class. $15. Yoga Connect, 840 Smithfield Rd, Lincoln. 401-333-5007. YogaConnectsUs.com. Parent & Child Yoga Play – 9:15-10am. 18mos – 3yrs. Animated poses, singing and games to build body awareness and cognitive development. $150/10, $16/drop in, Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com. All Level Yoga (Vinyasa) – 10-11:15am. Moderately paced Yoga flow, with deep stretching, to energize, tone, and strengthen the body. In the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. $96/8, $14/ drop-in. TheYogaStudio of Blackstone RiverValley, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Wellness Concierge Centers Of Natural Health & Healing – 10am-5pm. Acupuncture, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Thermography, CranioSacral, Kinesiology, HypnoTherapy, Asyra Testing, Nutritional Counseling. By Appointment. Dr. Jackie Campisi and Jamie Lee, Wellness Concierge Centers, 23 Clara Dr, Mystic, CT. 860-572-4805. WellnessConciergeCenters.com. Story & Stretch Yoga Play – 10:15-11am. 3-5 yrs. Stories, song and poses to encourage self-expression and develop motor skills. $150/10, $16/drop in. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.
Aquacise Classes - 10:30-11:30am. Class in 88-degree indoor pool feature endurance, strengthening and balance exercise. $35/per month. Atria Lincoln Place, 612 George Washington Hwy., Lincoln. 401-334-1686.
Zumba Class – 4:15-5:15pm. Latin inspired, easy to follow and calorie burning fitness party. $12. RI Pilates Studio, 85 Industrial Circle, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com.
Anusara Yoga – 4:45 - 6:15pm. On the Pawtucket/East Side line. Heart-oriented, spiritually inspiring using Universal Principles of Alignment. $99/11,$45/5 or $15/drop in. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. Shri-Studio.com. Beginners Yoga – 5:15-6:30pm. . Basic postures and vinyasa flow; alignment and movement with the breath. $10/6, $12/drop in. Renee Katz, Healthi Directions, 11 Kenyon Ave, Wakefield. 401-864-0947. HealthiDirections.com.
Environment Council of RI Meeting – 5:307:30pm. 1st Monday. Check website for schedule changes. Free. Environment Council of RI, The Department of Administration Bldg, Conference Room B, One Capitol Hill, Providence. EnvironmentCouncilRI.org. Zumba! – 6-7pm. Latin-inspired dance aerobic program with caloric output up to $80/8, $12/drop in. Unique Total Body, 190 Putnam Pike, Johnston. 401-233-2348. UniqueTotalBody.com.
Belly Dancing with Mahdia – 6-7:15pm. Get in shape and explore the Middle Eastern style-Raks Sharqi. $60/6, $13/drop in. Village Wellness Center & Heart in Hand, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter@verizon.net.
Literacy Volunteers of Kent County- Tutor Training Workshop – 6-9pm. Through DEC in Coventry. LVKC is nonprofit and trains tutors to teach adults who have Basic Reading or ESL needs. Volunteers are always needed. Nominal fee for materials. Literacy Volunteers of Kent County, 1672 Flat River Rd, Coventry. 401-822-9103. CoventryLibrary.org Mixed Level Amrit Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. All levels class tailored to suit the students present. $60/6, $14/ drop in. Sunsalutations Yoga Studio, 840 Smithfield Ave, Lincoln. 401-632-7254. Sunsalutations.org. Women’s Spirituality/Intention Group – 7-9pm. 2nd Monday. . Dynamic group to share intentions and dreams. Open to all seeking a deeper connection. $15. Pat Hastings, Providence. 401-521-6783. SimplyAWomanofFaith.com.
Healthy Halloween TIP: Host a haunted dinner party with a creepy twist: Serve guacamole (aka “frogs’ guts”), spaghetti with tomato sauce (“bloody brains”) and organic cranberry juice mixed with warm spiced cider (“Dracula’s blood”). Eat by candlelight or around a fire pit and howl at the moon. 40
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Pilates Wunda Chair Class – 9:15am-9:45pm. Strengthen and lengthen muscles and improve balance. Class is limited to 6 students, call to reserve. $15/drop-in, $60/5. RI Pilates Studio, 85 Industrial Circle, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Vinyasa with Bryna Rene – 9:30-11am. Physically challenging with visualization and mental gymnastics. $120/10, $15/drop in class card. The Yoga Loft, 16 Cutler St, Warren. 401-245-0881. YogaLoftRI.com. Yoga 101/Intro to Yoga – 10-11:45am. Award winning beginner’s yoga series. Foundational poses, breathing and relaxation techniques, philosophical components of yoga. Held Wed. & Saturdays too. $60/6 week series. Innerlight Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com. T’ai Chi – 1-2pm. Beginners classes in T’ai Chi, Short Form. Donations accepted. Dr. Michael Gottfried, 1272 West Main Rd., Middletown. DrMGottfried@hotmail.com. 401-849-7011. Svaroopa Yoga – 4-5:30pm. Very gentle, deeply healing. Focus is on releasing the muscles along the spinal column. Pre-registration is necessary. $112/8, $17/drop in. Blissful Moment Yoga, 1006 Charles St. #10A, N Providence. 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com. Kids Fitness – 4-5:30pm. Dedicated to health and fitness while having fun. Kids will enjoy hip hop, boot camp style workouts, mini fitness challenges, and games. $5/call to reserve. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com. Anusara Yoga – 4:30-6pm. See Monday at 9 for details. $15/Drop in. Yoga Connect, 840 Smithfield Rd, Lincoln. 401-333-5007. YogaConnectsUs.com. Vinyasa Yoga Deliciously Challenging – 5-6:30pm. Detoxify and strengthen your body while uplifting your heart and spirit. See website for full schedule. $45/6 classes, new student special. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (Rt. 6), Foster. 401-368-9642. OneYogaCenter.com. Gentle Yoga For Beginners and Advanced – 5:30-6:30pm. See Sunday at 10 am for details. $10. Yoga Spirit, Mohan, 95 Bay View Ave, Cranston. JohnFazzino@mac.com. 401-965-8074. Hatha Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Mixed levels, beginners welcome. Ask about new student specials. $72/6, $14/drop in. Village Wellness Center & Heart in Hand, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com.
All Level Yoga – 5:45-7pm. Combination Hatha Yoga class: Yin Yoga (deep stretch) & Vinyasa flow in the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. $96/8, $14/ drop-in. TheYogaStudio of Blackstone RiverValley, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Beginner’s Yoga – 6-7pm. Strengthen and stretch with focus on alignment. $12/drop in, $60/6. West Shore Wellness, 2077 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-734-9355. WestShoreWellness.com. Yoga at Changing Lives – 6-7pm. Refresh your body ~ mind & spirit ~. $10. Changing Lives, 1308 Atwood Ave., Johnston. 401-490-1732. changinglives1breath.com. Zumba! – 6-7pm. See Monday at 6pm for details. $12/class, $80/8 package. Unique Total Body, 190 Putnam Pike, Johnston. 401-233-2348. UniqueTotalBody.com. Zumba – 6:30-7:30pm. Latin inspired dance workout. Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Calypso, and more! Love to live, live to party with zumba! $10. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com. Pre Natal Yoga Class – 6:45-8pm. On the Pawtucket/East Side Line. Individual attention for new moms, all new equipment. $99/11, $45/5, $15/Drop in. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. Shri-Studio.com. RI Sierra Club Monthly Meeting – 7-8pm. 2nd Tuesday. Get involved with grassroots conservation activities. Free. Sierra Club, 17 Gordon Ave, Suite 208, Providence. 401-855-2103. RhodeIsland.SierraClub.org. Meditation Nights – 7-8:30pm. Every 1st, and 3rd Tuesday. Deep breathing, relaxation, visualization, energization exercises, chanting and time-tested meditation techniques of concentration. All are welcome. Donation. West Shore Wellness, 2077 West Shore Rd, Unit 3, Warwick. 401-734-9355. WestShoreWellness.com. Yoga for Everybody – 7-8:30pm. No worries about your size or shape or level of fitness. See web for full schedule. $45/6, new student special. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (Rt. 6), Foster. 401-368-9642. A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7-9pm. Learn how to bring miracles into one’s life. Drop-in. $5. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com. Weight Loss Program with EFT – 7:15-8pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesday. Release negative emotions, make better food choices and eat mindfully. $20. Greenville Family Counseling, 3 Austin Ave, Greenville. 401-949-2917. ChoicesandPrevention.com.
Yoga: Beginning Level – 7:15-8:30pm. Learn how to safely hold postures, build core strength and move with the breath for an enjoyable practice. In the peaceful setting of the Zen Center. $96/8, $14/ drop-in. TheYogaStudio of Blackstone RiverValley, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Beginner Amrit Yoga – 7:30-8:45pm. Integrates joyful inner stillness with outer action. Open to beginners and experienced. $18/2 classes. Santosha Yoga Studio, 14 Bartlett Ave., Cranston. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.
Wednesday
Cardio Mix – 6:15-7am. See Monday at 6am for details. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Sculpt & Tone – 7:30-8:30am. See Monday at 7:30am for details. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Zumba Fitness Class – 9-10am. See Monday at 9am for details. $65/10, $8/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Nia Class – 9:30-10:30am. Great way to get moving and lose those extra pounds. Learn how to exercise by following the ‘pleasure principle’. $38/month. Wendy Rappaport, Quonnie Grange, Route 1, Charlestown. 860-881-3222. NiaNow.com. Chair Massage – 10am-12pm. Jenny will offer chair massage. Great selection of healthy baked goods, tea, coffee, vegetarian lunches. $1/minute. The Food Coop, 357 Main St, Wakefield. Post Natal Yoga – 10:45-11:45am. On the Pawtucket/East Side line. Individual attention for new moms, new equipment,. $99/11,$45/5, or $10/Drop in. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. shri-studio.com. Whole Foods Waterman St Neighborhood Night – 4:30-6:30pm. Taste something special from every department, new theme every week. Free. Whole Foods, 261 Waterman St, Providence. 401-272-1690. WholeFoods.com. Strong Flow Yoga – 5-6:15pm. Strengthen body, mind and spirit enjoying a healthy challenge. First class free, $45/6. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (rt. 6), Foster. 401-368-9642. Youphoria.biz.
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Westerly Arts Night – 5-8pm. 1st Wednesday. Downtown galleries and studios open in unison to exhibit new works. Free. Artists Cooperative Gallery, 12 High St, Westerly. 401-596-2221. WesterlyArts.com.
Farmer’s Markets Providence/ Armory Farmers’ Market– 3-7pm. June 3 – Oct 28. Cranston Armory. Parade St and Hudson St Providence 863-6509.
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Johnston Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. July 19 - Oct 25. Memorial Park 1583 Hartford Avenue East Greenwich Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. June 21 - Oct 25. Academy Field - Church Street and Rector Street Whole Foods - University Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. June 7 – Oct 25. 601 North Main St Providence
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Blackstone River State Park Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. July 20 to Oct 26. Visitor Center Route 295 North in Lincoln Marina Park Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. May 4– Oct 26. Marina Park, South County Hospital exit off Rt. 1. 2 Salt Pond Rd Wakefield Providence / Wickenden Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. June 15 – Oct 26. Parking Lot of Doyle Realty. Brook St and Alves Way Providence. Whole Foods - Garden City Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. June1 – Oct 26. 151 Sockanosset Cross Road Cranston Woonsocket Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. July 6 – Oct 26. St. Ann Arts & Cultural Center 82 Cumberland St Woonsocket
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Goddard State Park Farmers’ Market – 9am1pm. May 7 – Oct 29. Goddard State Park 345 Ives Rd Warwick. Providence/Downtown Farmers’ Market– 11am2pm. June 4 – Oct 29. by Kennedy Plaza and Burnside Park. Kennedy Plaza & Exchange Terrace Providence Colt State Park Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. May 7 – Oct 29. Colt State Park. Hope St and Asylum Rd Bristol Providence/RIC Farmers’ Market – 3:30-6pm. Aug 20 – Oct 15. RIC, Mount Pleasant avenue and College Road
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Brown University Farmers’ Market–11am-2pm. Sept 8-Oct 27. Wriston Quad at the corner of Thayer and George Streets Providence Haines State Park Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. May 5 – Oct 27. Haines Memorial State Park Haines Park Road Barrington Aquidneck Grower’ Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. June 9-Oct 27. Along the shaded walk, Memorial Blvd and Chapel St, Newport Barrington Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. June 16-Oct 27. Ace Hardware 156 Country Road Exeter Farmers’ Market – 3:30-6:30pm. June 2-Oct 27. Exeter Public Library, 773 Ten Rod Road
South Kingstown / URI Farmers’ Market – 8:30am – 12:30pm. May 1-Oct 30. URI East Farm 2095 Kingstown Rd. South Kingstown Providence/Broad St Farmers’ Market – 9am – noon. July 10 – Oct 30. Algonquin House 807 Broad St Providence Coastal Growers Farmers’ Market – 9am-noon. May 15 – Oct 30. Casey Farm 2325 Boston Neck Road Saunderstown Barrington Farmers’ Market – 9-noon. June 12Oct 30. Barrington Congregational Church, UCC, 461 County Rd. Pawtuxet Village Farmers’ Market – 9am-noon. May 15 to Nov 20. Rhodes on the Pawtuxet Parking Lot 60 Rhodes Pl Cranston Providence/Hope Street Farmers’ Market – 9:30am-12: 30pm. June 5 – Oct 30. Lippitt Park, Hope Street and Blackstone Blvd. Richmond Farmers’ Market – 9am-12:30pm. May 15 – Oct 30. Richmond Town Hall, Route 138 at Route 12, Richmond Aquidneck Growers’ Farmers’ Market – 9-1pm. June 5-Oct 30. Newport Vineyards and Winery 909 East Main Road Middletown
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Westerly-Pawcatuck Farmers’ Market – 10-2pm. June 17-Oct 21. Up River Café parking lot 37Main St. Westerly North Kingstown Farmers’ Market – 1-5pm. June 3-Oct 28. Smith Castle 55 Richard Smith Drive Middletown/Aquidneck Grange Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm – June 3-Oct 28. Aquidneck Grange 499 East Main Road Middletown
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Anusara Yoga Level 1 – 5:15-6:30pm. See Monday at 9 for details. $15/drop in. Yoga Connect, 840 Smithfield Rd, Lincoln. 401-333-5007. YogaConnectsUs.com. Men’s Yoga – 6-7pm. Gentle and relaxing, beginners welcome. Ask about new student specials. $72/6, $14/drop in. Village Wellness Center & Heart in Hand, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. PhysicalFusion Barre Tuff Class – 6-7pm. Create a lean body with light weights, ballet barre. Also 8:30am Sat. PhysicalFusion Lite (less tuff) 9:45am Th & 9:45am Sat. $15. Pilates West Bay, 5 Division St., 2nd floor, East Greenwich. PilatesWestBay.com. Zumba! – 6-7pm. See Monday at 6pm for details. $12/ drop in, $80/8. Unique Total Body, 190 Putnam Pike, Johnston. 401-233-2348. UniqueTotalBody.com. Basic Vinyasa – 6-7:15pm. Focusing on the principles of alignment while straightening the core. $13. Serenity Yoga, 21 College Hill Rd, lower level, Warwick. 401-615-3433. SerenityYogaRI.com. Svaroopa Yoga – 6-7:30pm. See Tuesday at 4 for details. $112/8, $17/drop in. Blissful Moment Yoga, 1006 Charles St. #10A, N Providence. 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com. Zumba – 6:15-7:15pm. See Tuesday at 6:30 for details. $10. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com. Beginners Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Warm-ups, therapeutic postures, breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Visit website for more information. $100/7, $20/ Drop in. Body Mind RI, 1215 Reservoir Ave, Garden City, Cranston. 401-369-8115. BodyMindRI.com. Anusara All Levels – 6:45pm-8:15pm. See Monday at 9 for details. $15. Yoga Connect, 840 Smithfield Rd, Lincoln. 401-333-5007. YogaConnectsUs.com. Meditation Service – 7-8pm. Affirmative message and guided meditation, join us for a mid week spiritual lift. Free. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552. ConcordiaChurchRI.com. Meditation – 7-9pm. Weekly group with guided imagery for relaxation and focus. Open enrollment. $10. Sharon McMahon, 133 Old Tower Hill Rd, Wakefield. 401-742-2354. Path2Harmony.net. Meditation & Christian Mysticism – 7-9pm. Prayer, Meditation, Blessing, Light, Soul are mystical topics that we cover. Free. Rev Michaela Walters, Motion Center, 111 Chestnut St, Providence. 857-231-1920. CentersOfLight.org. Zumba Class – 7:30-8:30pm. Latin inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning class. Bring clean sneakers. $12/drop-in, $90/10. RI Pilates Studio, 85 Industrial Circle, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Yoga at Changing Lives – 7:30-8:30pm. Create balance in your body through yoga. $10. Changing Lives, 1308 Atwood Ave., Johnston. ChangingLives1Breath.com. Prenatal Yoga with Karen Lee – 7:30-9pm. Ease through pregnancy by strengthening abdominal tone and relaxation skills. $15/drop in, discount packages available. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket. 401-421-9876. BreathingTimeYoga.com.
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Gentle Yoga For Beginners and Advanced – 7-8am. See Sunday at 10 am for details. $10. Yoga Spirit, Mohan, 95 Bay View Ave, Cranston. 401-965-8074. YogaSpiritRI.com. Mixed Level Yoga – 9:30-11am. Flowing movements and deeper holds. First Class Free. One Yoga Studio, 142A Danielson Pike (2nd Floor), Foster. 401-578-4162. HealingHeartYoga.net. Svaroopa Yoga – 9:45-11:15am. See Tuesday at 4pm for details. $112/8, $17/drop in. Blissful Moment Yoga, 1006 Charles St. #10A, N Providence. 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com.
Barre and Ball Class – 10am-11pm. Ballet barre (30 min) and Pilates on stability ball (30 min) moves to lengthen and tone muscles. $12/drop in, $150/15. RI Pilates Studio, 85 Industrial Circle, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Aquacise Classes - 10:30-11:30am. See Monday at 10:30 for details. $35/per month. 612 George Washington Hwy., Atria Lincoln Place, Lincoln. 401-334-1686.
Kids Zumba (Zumbatomic) – 4-4:45pm. Crank it up, shake it up, and turn up the fun with Zumba! Kids will have fun with Hip Hop, Salsa, Calypso, Merengue, Cumbia, and more. $5/call to reserve. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com.
Yin Yoga – 4-5:30pm. On the Pawtucket/East Side line. Quiet practice using floor postures to stretch and stimulate. All levels. $99/11, $45/5,$15/Drop in. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. shri-studio.com. Kids Yoga Club – 5-6pm. Fun filled class emphasizing breath, postures and meditation. Ages 5-12. (Younger kids or siblings are welcome if accompanied by and adult). $10. The Yoga Loft, 16 Cutler St, Warren. 401-245-0881. YogaLoftRI.com.
Gentle Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Mind-body awareness, posture and alignment and breathing techniques. Beginners welcome. $12/drop in, $60/6 weeks. West Shore Wellness, 2077 West Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-734-9355. WestShoreWellness.com. Open Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Covering the basics in a relaxed atmosphere. All levels. $10/drop in, $42/6. Yoga School of South County, 1058 Kingstown Rd, Peace Dale. 401-782-9511. MakeItSoYoga.com.
Beginner Iyengar yoga – 5:30-7pm. Strengthen and stretch with focus on alignment. $5 off first class. $16/drop in, $14/student. Motion Center, 111 Chestnut St, Providence. 401-654-6650. MotionCenter.com. Yoga for Stress Reduction – 5:45-7pm. In the peaceful setting of the Zen Center, learn Hatha yoga postures that reduce the effects of stress on the body. Suitable for all levels. $96/8, $14/drop-in. TheYogaStudio of Blackstone RiverValley, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Zumba – 6-7pm. See Tuesday at 6:30 for details. $10. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com.
Vinyasa Yoga Deliciously Challenging! – 6-7:45pm. See Tuesday at 5 for details. $45/6 classes, new student special. One Yoga Center, 142 A Danielson Pike (Rt. 6), Foster. 401-368-9642. Combination Class: Deep Stretch (Yin Yoga)/ Vinyasa Flow – 6-8pm. Yin Yoga, a deep and relax-
ing stretch. At 7:00, transition to a moderately paced vinyasa flow. Choose one, or take both. $96/8, $14/ drop-in. The Yoga Studio of BlackstoneRiverValley, The Zen Center, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com. Pilates w/Props – 6:30-7:30pm. Promotes deeper awareness, concentration, stability and control. $15/ or purchase a pass. Pilates West Bay, 5 Division St, Bdg D, East Greenwich. 401-261-4137. PilatesWestBay.com. EveryBody’s Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. See Sunday at 9am for details. S10, $48/6. Burrillville Community Recreation Center, 50 Lodge Rd, Pascoag. 401-578-4162. HealingHeartYoga.net. Hatha Yoga Psychology – 6:30-9pm. Theory of wholism as an approach to physical and emotional self-healing. A levels welcome, some experience helpful. $140/course, $40/drop in. Body Mind RI, 1215 Reservoir Ave, Garden City, Cranston. 401-369-8115. BodyMindRI.com. Hatha Yoga – 7-8:15pm. See Tuesday at 5:45pm for details. $14/drop in, $72/6. Village Wellness Center & Heart in Hand, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. Mixed Level Amrit Yoga – 7-8:30pm. See Monday at 6:30pm for details. $14/drop in, $60/ 6. Sunsalutations Yoga Studio, 840 Smithfield Ave, Lincoln. 401-632-7254. Sunsalutations.org. Kundalini Yoga – 7-8:30pm. Postures, pranayam, mantra, music and meditation for relaxation, selfhealing. $100/10, $12/drop-in $10/students. St Martin’s Church, 50 Orchard Ave, Great Hall, Providence. satkartarkaur@khalsa.com. 508-376-6206.
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Cardio Mix – 6:15-7am. See Monday at 6am for details. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Sculpt & Tone – 7:30-8:30am. See Monday at 7:30am for details. $45/10, $6/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Newport County Networkers – 8-10am. 3rd Friday. Join other networkers for a continental breakfast. Includes introductions and a 10 minute networking presentation to sharpen your skills. Please register at NewportCountyNetworkers.Eventbrite.com. $5/for Continental Breakfast. Terry Wildemann, Success/ Wellness Coach, Newport Beach Hotel and Suites, Memorial and Wave Ave., Newport. 401-849-5900. WindsofChange.biz. Pilates Mat Class – 9-10am. Strengthen and lengthen muscles while working the core. $12/drop in,$150/15. RI Pilates Studio, 85 Industrial Circle, Lincoln. 401-335-3099. RIPilatesStudio.com. Zumba Fitness Class – 9-10am. See Monday at 9am for details. $65/10, $8/drop in. Margie Caldwell, Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-732-6307. AMF-Fitness.com. Anusara Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. See Monday at 4:45 pm for details. Shri Studio, Urban Revitalization Yoga, 21 Broad St, Pawtucket. 401-441-8600. shri-studio.com. Gentle Yoga For Beginners and Advanced – 4-5pm. See Sunday at 10 am for details. $10. Yoga Spirit, Mohan, 95 Bay View Ave, Cranston. JohnFazzino@mac.com. 401-965-8074.
Gentle/Restorative Yoga Class – 5-6:30pm. Promotes passive muscular release and deep relaxation. First class free. One Yoga Studio, 142A Danielson Pike (2nd Floor), Foster. 401-578-4162. HealingHeartYoga.net. Zumba – 5:30-6:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-tofollow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party. Feel the music and let loose. Wear comfortable support sneakers, bring a water bottle and towel. $15. The Yoga Loft, 16 Cutler St, Warren. 401-245-0881. YogaLoftRI.com. Dance Fusion – 6-7pm. Open and flow with innate joy, based on Body Energy Chakras. All ages and levels. $8/class. Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Ave, Seekonk, MA. 508-336-7103. Community Yoga with Toni Lynn Bonadi – 6-7:15pm. Beginner’s class that leaves you relaxed and rejuvenated. $5. Breathing Time Yoga, 541 Pawtucket Ave 2nd Fl, Pawtucket. 401-421-9876. BreathingTimeYoga.com. Free Hatha Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Suppleness, relaxation, quiet mind, rejuvenation, and more with hatha yoga. Beginner to Intermediate. Kripalu Certified Instructor. Free. Wellspring Integrated Health Care, 260B Columbia St, Wakefield. 401-789-5185. DrLyndaWells.com. Women’s Spirituality/Intention Group – 7-9pm. 2nd Friday. See Monday at 7pm for details. $15. Pat Hastings, Providence. 401-521-6783. SimplyAWomanOfFaith.com. Hawaiian Hula for Exercise – 7:30-8:30pm. An ancient tradition, interpreted for the mainstream. No experience necessary. $18/2. Santosha Yoga Studio, 14 Bartlett Ave., Cranston. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.
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New Group Meditation Class – 8am-3:30pm. Three 1.5hr group sessions 8am, 10am & 2pm. Learn to manage stress, awaken intuition & connect to spirit using guided breath control, visualization & sound. $12/call to register. Under The Sun Meditation Ctr & Bookstore, 31B Bridge St, Newport. 401-339-6092. UnderTheSunECC.com/meditation.html. Heated Vinyasa – 8am-9:30pm. Challenging class will leave you energized and cleansed. $16/drop in or purchase a class pass. Innerlight Center for Yoga, 850 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com. Beyond Basics Class – 9-10:15am. Vinyasa flow, sun salutations and more advanced postures to connect your body, spirit and mind. Small classes emphasize proper alignment and moving with the breath. $10/6, $12/drop in. Renee Katz, Healthi Directions, 11 Kenyon Ave, Wakefield. 401-864-0947. HealthiDirections.com. Deliciously Meditative Yoga Class – 9-10:30am. Replenish and de-stress, become joyful and centered. Moderate class, all levels. New students free. One Yoga Center, 142A Danielson Pike, Foster. 401-368-9642. Youphoria.biz. Kripalu Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Mixed levels, beginners welcome. New student specials. $14/ drop in, $72/6. Village Wellness Center & Heart in Hand, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com. All Level Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. A blend of posture flows to music and deep floor work to tone, strengthen, release tension & energize! In the
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peaceful setting of the Zen Center. $96/8, $14/ drop-in. TheYogaStudio of Blackstone RiverValley, 99 Pound Rd., Cumberland. 401-658-4802. TheYogaStudioBRV.com.
Beginners Yoga – 9:30-11am. See Wednesday at 6:30 pm for details. $20/drop in, $100/7. Body Mind RI, 1215 Reservoir Ave, Garden City, Cranston. 401-369-8115. BodyMindRI.com. Beginners Yoga – 10-11am. Developing confidence in yoga basics, postures, breathing, body science and meditation. $14/drop in, $60/6. Sunsalutations Yoga Studio, 840 Smithfield Ave, Lincoln. 401-632-7254. Sunsalutations.org. Free Tour of Alternative Food Co-op – 10-11am. Eat organic, whole foods and conserve natural resources. Cooking demo. Free. Alternative Food Co-op, 357 Main St, Wakefield. 401-789-2240. AlternativeFoodCoop.com.
Gentle Prenatal – 10:15-11:15am. Deepen relationship with your baby through breathing and yoga poses. $10/drop in, $42/6. Yoga School of South County, 1058 Kingstown Rd, Peace Dale. 401-782-9511. Nia Class – 10:30-11:30am. Fusion fitness movement class that blends rhythmic music with easy to follow movements. $3/members, $6/non members. Sandra Fontana, Johnston Community Center, 1291 Hartford Ave, Johnston. 401-487-6977. NIANow.com.
Pre-natal Yoga – 10:45am-12pm. Explore changes and prepare for childbirth in a supportive atmosphere. $104/8 week series, $16/drop in. Motion Center, 111 Chestnut St, Providence. 401-654-6650. MotionCenter.com. Kids Zumba (ZumbAtomic) – 11-11:45am. See Thursday at 4 for details. $5/call to reserve. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com. Kids Yoga – 12-1pm. Kids lengthen and strengthen their muscles while having fun and building self confidence with games and practice, while learning breathing techniques and relaxation. $5/call to reserve. BIA Fitness, 1639 Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-732-2899. BIA-Fitness.com.
Rhode Island Orchid Society Monthly Meeting – 12:30-2pm. Last Saturday. Free. Rhode Island Orchid Society, Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Greenhouse entrance, Providence. 401-769-0369. RIOrchidSociety.com. Grandmother’s Empowerment Group – 1-3pm. Usually the 1st Saturday. Based on A Call to Power: The Grandmothers Speak: finding balance in a chaotic world. Donation. The Healing Circle, Providence. 508-292-2798. ProvidenceHealingCircle.com. Vitamin Smart Diet Therapy & Dietary Supplements – 1:30-7pm. Naturopathic care, weight loss, chronic conditions, anti-aging and more. Health Insurance accepted. Vitamin Smart, 40 Charles St Unit C, Wakefield. 401-782-6800.
CPR Certification – 2-4pm. Learn how to save a life. Class will cover all you need to become proficient. Nationally recognized certification card will be issued upon successful completion. $50. It’s My Health, 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland. 401-405-0819. Its-My-Health.com.
Seagrave Observatory Public Night – 8-10pm. Viewings through a variety of telescopes every clear Saturday Night, weather permitting. Free. Skyscrapers, 47 Peep Toad Rd, North Scituate. TheSkyScrapers.org.
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For sale “Camelot” Love Wand – 8” glass wand charged with etheric energy to energize the heart chakra. Exudes healing, balance, sensuality and love. Experience True Romantic Love! Call 401-742-0512.
GREEN SERVICES/PRODUCTS Custom GREEN Home Builder. Let us custom design and build your new Green dream home. New Green Homes Available. Mike Hill, (401) 619-5707 FMProperties.biz.
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Opportunities Organic SpaParty Planners - Looking for moms with a passion for wellness and organic beauty. Join an award winning team as a MiSpa consultant with the world’s first certified organic skincare, baby, hair, and cosmetic products. Flexible hours, work from home, training available. Call Valerie Cookson-Botto: 401-954-8551. better-choices.biz. CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES - For sale in Austin, TX; Manhattan, NY; Pensacola, FL; Southwest VA and Ventura/Santa Barbara, CA. Call for details 239-530-1377. Distribution Site – Offer your patrons the opportunity to pick up their monthly copy of Natural Awakenings magazine at your business location, and promote your events for free with 2 calendars listings a month. Contact Classifieds@RINaturalAwakenings.com. WEIGHT LOSS HOUSE – Weight Loss House provides community living focused on healing the mind, body and spirit. A monthly program commitment is required and includes housing, utilities, food, counseling, cooking & exercise classes. The program is for adults (limited to 8 residents). Providence, RI. A monthly resident fee is required and the program is not cover by health insurance. weightlosshouseusa@yahoo.com.
SPACE WANTED Small office needed by therapist. Warwick area. Must be quiet. 12 years in practice. $250-$300 month. Email to aa8900@ aol.com.
Tell your Senator to Continue Stopping S.510 and not to support S.3767! This bill will damage independent and organic farmers, community gardens and markets, and criminalize food sales the Government doesn’t like.
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communityresourceguide AYURVEDA/MASSAGE Jan Goldstein, NCLMT Newport, RI 401-847-1371
Prepare to be well cared for as you reach a state of calm balance. I offer traditional ayurvedic body treatments including abhyanga, marma, shirodhara and more. Also available is therapeutic and relaxation massage including deep muscle, hot stones, reflexology and more. See ad, page 12.
body work & more Holistic Body Rejuvenation Tarah, National Registered Massage Technician and Certified Cosmetologist Exit 30: Off I - 95 Pawtucket, RI All Visits By Appointment ONLY 40-475-3321 holisticbodyrejuvenation.com
Spa Experience Without Spa Prices. Body Rubs & Scrubs, Basic & Deep Cleansing Facials, Heal & Callous Repair, Foot Care, Micro Derma Abrasion, Aroma Therapy, Buff Hair Removal, Air Brush Makeup, and More! Please see my Website for More information.
bookstore THE GRATEFUL HEART 17 West Main Street Wickford, RI 02852 401-294-3981 GratefulHeart.com
Books on Spirituality, Metaphysics, Psychology, Shamanism, Alternative Healing, Gourmet Vegetarian Cooking. Kirlian Aura Photos. Meaningful jewelry with crystals and gemstones, Angels, Buddhas, Tibetan Singing bowls, Native American sacred herbs, dreamcatchers. Candles, incense, cards and beautiful music on CD. Psychic and Tarot Readings - Call for appointment. See ad, page 6.
chiropractor Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Michael Gottfried 1272 West Main Rd. Aquidneck Chiropractic Middletown, RI 02842 401-849-7011 DrMGottfried@hotmail.com My purpose is to support you by listening to you; providing you with gentle, low force chiropractic care coupled with stress management, nutrition, and exercise information to assist you to take action on your road back to health. With 30 years of experience doing what I love to do in a supportive environment, miracles can happen.
coaches
DEPTH HYPNOSIS
INFINITE POTENTIAL
Guidance in Achieving Your Goals David Monson 181 Main Street, 2nd floor, Blackstone, MA 508-883-1007 Dave@InfinitePotentialLiving.com InfinitePotentialLiving.com As a certified Life Coach, I have been coaching individuals and groups for many years in the areas of Successful Communication, Personal Relationships and Life Strategy Development. Men and women alike often wonder if they’re using their gifts effectively to contribute to themselves, those they love or others in their environment. We offer without obligation a complimentary consultation to determine if we can assist you in co-developing a focused path toward greater success, attainment of your dreams and a more fulfilled way of living. See ad page 13.
Terry Wildemann, EFT Coach, CPCC, CEC
Winds of Change Success and Wellness Coaching/Training 401-849-5900 WindsofChange.biz Do you want to feel good again? Are you feeling under pressure and overstressed? Does fear hold you back? Do you want to improve your selfimage? Did any of these questions make you stop and think? If so, contact me today and begin to shift your life.
COLON HYDROTHERAPY Inner Health Colon Hydrotherapy
Lori DeLang, I-ACT Certified Colon Hydrotherapist 450 Chauncy St., Mansfield, MA at Rtes. 95, 495 & 106 508-261-1611 • loridelang@comcast.net InnerHealthofMansfield.com Cleanse your colon with privacy and dignity, using the premier Angel of Water system. The large intestine (colon) is cleansed by instilling purified water into the lower bowel through a disposable nozzle. The water initiates natural movement of the colon to eliminate waste. You remain in control of the flow of water at all times. Remember: The Road to Good Health is Paved with Good Intestines! See ad, page 41.
Katharine A. Rossi 401-245-0398 archeofspirit.com info@archeofspirit.com
Holistic counseling using hypnosis to access the root cause of imbalances and transform your relationship with others and self. Depth Hypnosis works with your inner wisdom to heal and create lasting change. Phone and office sessions available.
Dog training Solid K9 Training
Jeff Gellman 401-527-6354 SolidK9Training.com Jeff Gellman, a nationally recognized dog trainer and whisperer, will show you the 4 most important things to get you the most out of your relationship with your dog using his own system of obedience training, behavior modification, household management and exercise. Jeff is a real world at home dog trainer who does not use treats, clickers, choke chains, head halters, punishment or bribery. Based in Providence and traveling nationwide. See ad page 12.
energy healing The Fountain of Youth RI/USA Find Your Eternal Youth & Beauty 401-742-0512 info@ilovemyfountainofyouth.com ilovemyfountainofyouth.com
Innovative Energy Work At Its Finest. There are no office visits. Cleanse and nourish your body, mind and spirit. Transform your life with positive energy. Remove mental and physical tensions. Find tranquility and inner peace. Offering healing waters, tachyon wands, energized jewelry, ascension wear and more…Home of the * Camelot * Love Wand. Secondary income stream for Energy Workers. Create More Zen In 2010
feng shui Designs by Dragonfly Design in Feng Shui 1-401-383-2674
Reconnect to your house and yourself with Feng Shui. Graduate of Sheffield School of Interior Design, New York, 20 years in alternative and new age.
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
— John Fitzgerald Kennedy
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fitness Margie Caldwell, AFPA Certified Warwick 401-732-6307 401-301-6962 amf-fitness.com
Offering women’s personal training in a private home studio overlooking Narragansett Bay. Learn to love the body you’ve been given by applying the keys to proper strength training, effective cardio, and balanced nutrition. See ad on page 36.
holistic guidance Angel Whispers Rhode Island 917 A Warwick Ave Warwick, RI 401-741-2278 AngelWhispersRI.com.
Offering a variety of holistic energy therapies, which can be scheduled at Wellness Center at Gold Plaza in Warwick, private homes, businesses, hospitals, and nursing homes. Adriene also conducts Reiki certification courses and workshops on a variety of topics related the wellness. See ad, page 10.
Christine McCullough, MA
Newport, RI 401-847-6551 TheHolisticTarot.blogspot.com TheHolisticTarot.com TheLabyrinthLadies.com Let me help you move through times of transition and transformation in your life. I offer integrative, holistic insights and solutions customized to your needs. Holistic Tarot, Spiritual Astrology, Energy Healing, Reiki II, Body Talk, Ear Coning, Life Coach, Non-denominational Celebrant.
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NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS
Mark Ashley Hypnosis Health & Wellness
Keri Layton, N.D.
Consulting Hypnotist, Coach & Motivator 401-623-6709 • markdashley@gmail.com MarkDAshley.com Motivation by means of hypnosis. Achieve amazing success with weight loss, fitness goals, stress management, insomnia, motivation, procrastination, anxiety, phobias, smoking and compulsive behaviors.
111 Chestnut St., Providence, RI Also at All That Matters, Wakefield, RI 401-536-4327 • KLaytonND.com Naturopathic medicine at its best. Diet and nutrient therapy, herbal medicine, NAET, homeopathy. Safe and effective treatments for men, women and children of all ages.
Nature Cures Naturopathic Clinic
JOHN KOENIG, BOARD CERTIFIED HYPNOTIST
739 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 401-374-1890 possibilities.nu Transformational hypnosis for lasting personal change. Smoking cessation. Weight loss. Stress. Pain. Relationships. Career issues. Sports. Goals. Habits. Fears. ADD issues. Confidence. Complementary medical hypnosis. Affordable. Fast. Effective. Free evaluation if desired. Visit website for free newsletter and information.
interfaith minister INTERFAITH MINISTER
Rev. Natalia de Rezendes Slatersville, RI 401-766-8316 nathalia47@aol.com OneVoiceCentral.com Create the Wedding ceremony of your heart’s desire with Rev. Natalia! Whether it be traditional or non-traditional or an Interfaith marriage. All types of love unions welcomed! Rev. Natalia co-creates ceremonies with you and enhances the beauty of your traditions: weddings, baby christenings and namings, seasonal healing rituals, memorials and funerals.
Dr Cathy Picard, N.D. 250 Eddie Dowling Hwy • North Smithfield RI 401-597-0477 • DrCathyPicard.com Whole-person health care for the entire family using safe and effective natural medicines. Meeting your health care needs with homeopathy, herbal medicine, nutrition and biotherapeutic drainage. Focus includes pediatrics and childhood developmental issues including autism and ADHD.
PROVIDENCE WHOLISTIC HEALTHCARE
Sheila M. Frodermann, MA, ND, FHANP 144 Waterman St., Providence, RI 401-455-0546 • ProvidenceWholistic.com Holistic family health care: your comprehensive natural medicine clinic offering diet and nutritional counseling, herbal and homeopathic medicines, and acupuncture. Optimize health and wellness naturally! See ad page 9.
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nutrition Dr Eva Ligeri
1196 Elmwood Avenue Providence, RI 02907 401-261-8999 Chiropractic Physician and graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, with 25+ years experience in natural health care, whole food nutrition and herbal medicine. Offering holistic health consultation, nutrition education, cooking instruction, spinal manipulation, laser acupuncture for health and well-being. Dance Flow class Fri 6-7 PM, Newman Y, Seekonk.
Samantha Lebeau – Health Coach
401-688-9181 SamanthaHealthCoach@yahoo.com SamanthaHealthCoach.com As a health coach, Samantha will help you use the food you eat to combat stress, chronic fatigue, weight gain, depression, or a just a general lack of vibrancy. Learn how to fall in love with foods that serve your well-being! Specializing in counseling women. Call or email for a complementary health history consultation.
organics BETTER CHOICES
Valerie Cookson-Botto Miessence Independent Organics and Eco-Business Consultant 401-954-8551 mibetterchoices.com World’s first comprehensive range of certified organic products certified to food grade standards. Call Valerie for a free consultation and experience unrivalled purity, potency and freshness in Miessence skin, hair, mineral cosmetics, baby, health and home care. Flexible, ethical, eco-business available for people passionate about sustainability and organics.
physical therapy Charlestown Physical Therapy and Health Services Dr. Sara Michaud PT, DPT, ATC 3939 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, RI 02813 364-2020 CharlestownPTHS.com
At CPTHS we focus on retraining and restoring your body’s natural movement patterns to relieve pain and maximize performance. We do not use aides or assistants. All patients are treated with licensed professionals. Services are offered in rehabilitation, reconditioning, nutrition, fitness and massage. See ad page 13.
Rhode Island’s Best
reiki Sylvia Collins
Reiki Master & Teacher Warwick RI 401-921-4397 TheLightWithinRI.com I would love to open your hands, your heart and your mind to the wonderful healing energy of Reiki. I am a certified Reiki Master and Teacher, who would like to help you on your journey of personal growth through this safe, non invasive healing energy. Contact me soon for a free consultation or to set up an appointment.
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Amanda de Rezendes
Reiki Master & Teacher Slatersville, RI MoveYourEnergy.com amanda@moveyourenergy.com Amanda is a certified Reiki Master available for sessions and training workshops. She brings a compassionate and intuitive understanding to her Reiki practice and works to empower her clients with the knowledge of their own ability for self-healing. Experience this ancient and non-invasive healing art to know your own energy, reduce stress and create balance.
Takey Sum Reiki Adonya Wong 401-632-4892 TakeySumReiki.com
Certified as a Reiki Master in Usui, Kundalini, and Imara traditions, Adonya offers private sessions in your home or business. Her goal is to assist you in bringing more wellness and balance into your life. Services are free of charge for military personnel (active, retired, & veteran), shelters/day centers, nonprofit organizations, and medical facilities.
Marie Bouvier-Newman 2374 Mendon Rd., Cumberland, RI 401-405-0819 • Its-My-Health.com We provide much more than products, services and education. We provide the tools you need to optimize your health in a comfortable environment. We care. See ad on page 14.
yoga a new day yoga
Marilyn Scallon RYT, CYT, Reiki Master 2374 Diamond Hill Road Cumberland RI 508 596-2974 Marilyn@anewdayyoga.com anewdayyoga.com Offering Weekly yoga classes, Shake Your Soul(R)/Yoga Dance, Private/Create Your Own Yoga Class, and vibrational sound healing. Our yoga classes are gentle as well as offering Hatha Yoga Flow. Teacher training also offered. Come and be inspired. See ad on page 29.
Chris Belanger, RYT
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE It’s Your Body’s Symphony
2051 Plainfield Pike • Johnston RI 02919 401-464-6100 • ItsYourBodysSymphony.com ITS ALL ABOUT YOU. You deserve the BEST The journey begins. Enter a new plateau @ ITS YOUR BODYS SYMPHONY We offer: A variety of massage therapies including La Stone, Cupping, Thai, Ultimate pumpkin & back facials, Reflexology… We look forward to your arrival. See ad page 41.
401-261-7242 wholeofthemoonyoga@hotmail.com wholeofthemoonyoga.com Offering Kripalu Yoga, Laughter Yoga, Yoga in the Park, Men’s Yoga, Gentle Yoga & Senior Yoga throughout RI – Classes are suitable for all levels. Explore your body, breath, mind & spirit. Chris is now offering Yoga for Vets - a program to thank vets for their service, while providing a valuable wellness tool for the mind & body. See ad on page 30.
YOGA AND HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER ALL THAT MATTERS
315 Main Street • Wakefield, RI 401-782-2126 • Info@allthatmatters.com AllThatMatters.com Choose from 45 yoga classes each week. Enjoy a variety of therapeutic health services. Experience workshops on yoga, meditation, self-care, self-discovery and the healing arts. See ad on page 29.
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