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Earth Day Indiana Saturday, April 23 • 11 a.m.– 4 p.m.

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n honor of Earth Day 2011, fully aware that producing thousands of magazines each month creates its own carbon footprint, I’d like to share with you some of the unusual ways that Natural Awakenings readers and publishers have devised to extend the use of copies once they have read them. Of course, many of you have told us how you file every issue, so that you can periodically refer back to them. For those who prefer to go beyond recycling to imaginative reuses, following are some ideas to consider. One person told us she shreds old issues to use as bedding for the family’s baby chicks because there are no chemicals in the soy based ink, and it is safe for the sensitive newborns. It also works well for shredding into a litter box for new kittens or post surgical kitties. Another reported using the colorful pages of the magazine to wrap gifts and one created an amazing bow looping thinly sliced strips. I found that carefully folded pages make incredible starter pots for my new garden plantings. Last fall I even used a few pages to secure apples for winter storage. It became evident that my skills are more fine tuned for folding origami than apple storing, but overall I was pleased with the number of uses I could contrive from the magazines. Old issues also make great packing material; just put them in a shredder to avoid using the foam packing peanuts that harm the environment. Of course, newsprint is great for mulching flower beds and vegetable gardens. It’s also good starter material for composting piles. I plan to use some old issues to get my new worm bin started. On page 20, Jessica Iclisoy describes the benefits of setting up a worm composting system, a fun family activity that is sure to delight the children. If creative reuse tickles your imagination with possibilities, let us know about it. Who knows, you may even see your suggestion in a future issue. Pictures are welcome. This month our feature article takes a look at what a truly sustainable lifestyle might look like in “Ed Begley, Jr.’s Green Home Makeover.” This actor turned activist is renowned as the epitome of conscious living, having turned a modest 1936 home into a nearly energy self-sufficient and waste-free residence. Read how this focus on a sustainable lifestyle works as a family affair (page 16). To celebrate Earth Day, come out to the Earth Day Indiana festival at White River State Park on April 23. We’ll be there. If you are able, sign up to be a volunteer. Check this month’s news briefs (page 8) for details and peruse the calendar section for other earth friendly events happening around town. While we celebrate and bask in our beautiful Spring weather, our thoughts turn to the people of Japan who need so much compassionate support right now. If you wish to help, we suggest making a donation to an organization that is already on the ground there; page 9 lists ways to donate to the Red Cross. Another way to help is through Socks for Japan (page 27). Our thoughts and prayers go out to these tireless providers as well. Earth Day arrives as a timely annual reminder for all of us to be kinder to our planet. We hope you’ll find the tips and advice offered on the pages within helpful in your quest. Let’s make every day Earth Day. Nancy Caniff, Publisher Indianapolis/Crossroads of America Edition www.NACrossroads.com 4

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6 newsbriefs 8 ecobriefs 10 healthbriefs 12 consciouseating 13 community

spotlight 14 inspiration 20 healthykids 2 1 naturalpet 8 22 greenliving 24 healingways 26 calendarofevents 27 planahead 27 classifieds 28 ongoingevents 12 29 naturaldirectory

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GREEN HOME MAKEOVER Saving Energy and Cutting Waste is a Family Affair by Brita Belli

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newsbriefs Organi-Gro Website Adds Shopping Section

rgani-Gro, of New Castle, has expanded the capabilities of its website Organi-Gro.com as it now offers a shopping feature besides extensive product information for home gardeners and agriculture farmers. The family-run business formulates, packages and markets all of its original allnatural fertilizers and soil amendments in New Castle. Its environmentally friendly products are a blend of many high quality natural ingredients sold in a liquid concentrated form. Customer satisfaction has led to the success and growth of the business. Organi-Gro currently offers four easy-to-use products: Soil Amp, a soil amendment; Seed Amp, a seed germinator enhancer; Trans Amp, reduces transplant shock; and Plant Amp, an all-purpose plant food. For more info, visit the website or call or fax 765-575-8130, or email Sales@Organi-Gro.com.

Body Eclectic Skin Care Grows in Popularity

riginally formed in 2006 as a small craft project with the intention of providing high quality body care products that are free of chemical and other commercial additives and at affordable prices, Body Eclectic Skin Care has quickly gained attention in our area as one of the more popular booths to visit at our many farmers’ markets and craft events. With the launch of an elegant campaign oriented towards quality conscious retail establishments, owner and master craftswoman Jess Walton is excited about the opportunity to be part of a growing awareness and attention being given to the grassroots natural body care movement. “These are exhilarating times,” she says. “So many people are reclaiming responsibility and accountability for what goes into, and onto, their bodies. With so many products [available], it thrills me that folks are seeking me out at various events, enjoying my creations, asking for more and spreading the word.” Body Eclectic offers premium vegan, gluten-free body care products including solid soaps, body washes, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, aluminum- and zincfree deodorants, lip balms and massage oils in a stunning array of nature’s colors and scents using recipes entirely created from scratch. Also offered are unique, personalized signature scents—one of the many reasons for the company’s popularity. For more info and to review its creations, visit BodyEclecticSkinCare.com, its Body Eclectic Facebook page, or email Jess at iikyaan@gmail.com.

Walk/Run for Clean Water

n Sunday April 10, the local Aveda Salon Network, along with the Hoosier Environmental Council will host a 5k “Walk/Run” to raise more awareness locally about the state of our water quality in Indiana. Meet local businesses and salon owners who are all raising their voice for clean water initiatives. The event begins at 1pm and tickets are $20 per participant and can be purchased at Hoosier Environmental Council, any participating Aveda Salons, or the day of the event. All proceeds are donated to the Hoosier Environmental Council. The walk will begin at the White River State Park Welcome Center at 801 W. Washington St. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit any local area Aveda salon which can be found at Aveda.com/templates/door/locator.tmpl, or Aveda.YourCause.com.

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Mutt Strut Returns to Indy Speedway

he eighth annual Mutt Strut, one of the largest dog-walking events in the world, will return to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 1. In each of the past two years, approximately 8,000 people and 5,000 dogs attended the event, a rare opportunity for race fans to walk around the 2.5-mile world-famous oval race course. Mutt Strut is the largest annual event benefiting the independent nonprofit Humane Society of Indianapolis (aka IndyHumane), which receives no funding from tax dollars or national animal welfare organizations. Participation in Mutt Strut directly saves lives. IndyHumane doesn’t put animals down because of space or time; its medical team spays/neuters every animal before adoption and provides a wide range of lifesaving treatment, and the organization invests $600 to $800 in every animal who enters the shelter. Local celebrities including Brad Stevens, head coach of the Butler Bulldogs men’s basketball team; and Butler Blue II, the Butler mascot, will be on hand at the event, presented by Harrison College School of Veterinary Technology, in partnership with St. Vincent Health. For more info or to register, visit IndyMuttStrug.org. See ad on page 2.

Kundalini Yoga Workshops and Training

any opportunities have been arranged for both enthusiasts and practitioners to add Kundalini yoga to their fitness regimen or teaching skill repertoire. Shakta Kaur, from Chicago’s Kundalini Yoga in the Loop, will conduct three workshops— Cultivate Peace Within at Cityoga, in Indianapolis, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on April 8; and Breathwalk from 9:30 to 11 a.m., and Guidance by Intuition from 1 to 3 p.m., both on April 9 at Mother Nature’s Sun, in Broad Ripple. Also, Mother Nature’s Sun will begin 220 hours of Yoga Alliance-accredited teacher training in this powerful blend of physical and meditative techniques—for the first time in Indianapolis and in the state—on May 13. Kundalini yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual discipline for developing and tapping into inner energy and awareness. Active asana-based exercises, pranayama, and meditation are undertaken to build the nervous system, glands and mental faculties to integrate the release of Kundalini and other energy through the chakras. Practitioners call Kundalini yoga the “yoga of awareness” because they attest it directly affects human consciousness, develops intuition, increases self-knowledge, and unleashes the unlimited creative potential within every human. Training, encompassing 10 weekends over eight months, will include 180 hours of classroom instruction in a well-defined curriculum that is registered as RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance, taught by Yogi Bhajan. The Aquarian Teacher program is a journey both in development as a Kundalini Yoga Teacher and in the art and science of improving yourself. Consider experiencing the technology first-hand to understand why people are drawn to this powerful yoga style, either to add its inherent vitality and awareness to your lifestyle or as a teacher.

Perk Up Café to Host Z-Health Event

erk Up Café, home to fresh, locally roasted coffee, tea and handmade German breads and pastries in Broad Ripple, will host a health seminar to introduce Z-Health, a new concept in movement therapy. Hozumi Kessler, CPT, a Kokomobased group fitness instructor for over 20 years and who will be one of only two certified trainers in Indiana upon conclusion of her coursework, will lead this introductory presentation of this cutting-edge movement system at the popular hotspot from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 10. This free, 90-minute event will include demonstrations and handson experiences of a few samples of Z-Health’s signature, dynamic, joint mobility exercises so that participants can personally find out many different ways they can benefit from learning this movement system. The system is already popular on both U.S. coasts. Location: 6536 Cornell Ave. For more info or to RSVP (required), call 317251-0033. Also visit PerkUpIndy.com and ZHealth.net.

Workshop fees, locations and contact for more info and to register: Cityoga, $25, 2442 Central Ave., 317-9209642; Mother Nature’s Sun, $30, 6516 Ferguson St., 317-253-5683 (LOVE). For more info or to register for training program, offered with several payment plans, call or visit MotherNatureSun.com. natural awakenings

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Women’s Leadership for a Green Economy

Attend or Volunteer at Earth Day Indiana

earn about environmental issues and causes while also being entertained at the annual Earth Day Indiana Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 23 at White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis. One can browse 130 environmental and conservation exhibits, enjoy food plus live music from some of Indiana’s best new bands, and engage the kids with special activities, or actively participate as one of approximately 150 event volunteers for the small, nonprofit organization that puts the event on. An estimated record 25,000 people attended the 2010 Earth Day Indiana Festival, managed by a volunteer board of directors and parttime executive director all dedicated to environmental education and awareness. Earth Day is an important forum for the exchange of environmental information and awareness in a fun, friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. For more info on volunteer or exhibit opportunities, call 317-767-3672, visit EarthDayIndiana.org/volunteer.html or email edivolunteers@gmail.com. See ad on page 3.

Earth Day Network’s new campaign, Women and Green Economy (WAGE), is engaging female executives in business, government and nongovernmental organizations to take leadership of the emerging global green economy. “Currently, women are not present in very many top international negotiations on climate change and the green economy,” says Earth Day Network President Kathleen Rogers. “We aim to change that equation.” Women such as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Christiana Figueres, executive secretary of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, are among those now leading key efforts in the climate and renewable energy discussion. “It is essential that our most talented and driven women come together to fast-forward the green economy,” says Rogers. With the world’s women making 85 percent of all consumer choices, they are in a commanding position to lead the way to a sustainable world. WAGE creates a road map for women to aggregate their power and promote their leadership in such issues. Earth Day Network’s supporting goals are to help prompt national and international initiatives that will promote the green economy, secure education and job training opportunities for women and channel green investment to benefit women. Learn more and join in via the Programs menu at EarthDay.org.

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Green Proclaimed the Next Big Thing in the Music Industry The Green Music Group, an international coalition of musicians, industry leaders and fans, is leveraging its collective power to bring about widespread environmental change within the music industry and around the globe. Primary goals include reducing the music community’s environmental footprint and magnifying support for environmental nonprofits. Founded by Guster band member Adam Gardner and environmentalist Lauren Sullivan, it’s a project of Reverb, an organization that has spread its eco-friendly message on 80 major music tours, to reach 10 million fans in its first six years. Founding members include the Dave Matthews Band, Maroon 5, The Roots, Sheryl Crow, Bonnie Raitt and Willie Nelson. Get with the program at GreenMusicGroup.org.

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The Gluten and Dairy-Free Diet by Beth Davis

he gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet has become a popular dietary intervention for a host of conditions, and with a growing body of scientific evidence suggesting that removing gluten and casein from the diet may be beneficial in autism, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and other chronic illnesses, it’s no wonder. Gluten and casein are food proteins. Gluten is found in grains, particularly wheat, and casein is found in milk and dairy products. Because gluten is known to cause digestive and other health problems in certain people, many otherwise healthy individuals are also going gluten-free because they believe it will improve their overall health. In 2005, Jennifer Wiese and her family entered the world of gluten/ casein free to help her son with autism. Because a gluten/casein free diet does not work for every child with autism, they decided to commit to six months. The changes they saw were very powerful. “Our son had a general awareness of his surroundings,” says Wiese. “He was more engaging, interactive, he was sleeping better and had a better appetite.” However, navigating the gluten and dairy free world was often overwhelming, disappointing and quite expensive. Wiese grew increasingly discouraged each time she purchased something that was dry and tasteless. So, she and her mother spent the next four years perfecting recipes, creating cookies, cakes and pizza dough that no one could tell were gluten/dairy free. More than a year ago, she opened Bee Free Bakery, offering fresh baked goodies made without the use of gluten and dairy. Wiese says the benefits of a gluten free diet are many. In fact, some eat gluten free even though they have no

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ric Banter was just three years old when his mother, Linda Banter, first exposed him to yoga in the late 1960s. He recalls his mother getting up every morning to meditate and was always struck by how peaceful she looked. She also taught him about healthy eating habits, mental and physical self-healing practices, discipline and perhaps most importantly, love. Those lessons have stuck with Banter throughout his life and inspired him to bring wellness into the lives of others as owner and instructor at Pathways to Wellness, also known as Village Yoga. He began his own journey when he began exploring raja yoga as a child. He realized early on the many benefits he could reap from the practice, and as his practice deepened, he began to recognize the power raja had to transform the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual being of a person and bring a lasting peace and satisfaction in one’s life. It also made him more aware of his own spiritual journey. “The goal of yoga is to create body awareness, which usually results in people becoming more mindful, present and aware of their lives and actions,” he explains. “Many describe this as the ‘spiritual’ aspect of yoga—the basic mindfulness that balance can bring to our lives.” In 2007, along with his beloved mother, he opened Pathways to Wellness as a way to help others live their best life. He received his 200 hour yoga teacher training specializing in hatha yoga from the renowned Nancy Schalk, and with this training, says he

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d Begley, Jr., widely regarded as America’s most environmentally aware actor—the one by which other green celebrities are measured—has never tired of the years of effort he and his family have made in making their home as green as possible. But this past year, his wife, Rachelle Carson-Begley, had had enough. She isn’t fed up with turning off lights or relying on solar power—she’s just grown weary of the home’s tiny closets and sharing one small bathroom between two adults and a soonto-be-teenage daughter, 11-year-old Hayden. While Rachelle played the disgruntled foil to the over-achieving eco-cop Ed on their former television show, Living with Ed—which aired for three seasons, first on HGTV and then on Planet Green— her problems with their modest 1936 home in Studio City, California, are those to which most homeowners can relate. For example, cramped rooms make entertaining difficult. The home’s 1,600 square feet of main living space (plus an additional 600-square-foot room above the garage) does

not easily accommodate the fundraisers the Begleys regularly host; not to mention the camera crews that routinely invaded the family’s day-to-day lives to capture the couple’s good-natured squabbles over everything from composting to conserving water and energy. For seven years, the family even ran a nontoxic cleaning business—Begley’s Best—out of their garage, adding to the mêlée. “Even if it were designed differently, it would be better,” Rachelle explains. “It’s just that it’s a 1936 house. Yes, it’s efficient, but it would be great to be able to incorporate everything that’s going on now in eco building and be a recipient of all the latest benefits—why not?” So, the Begleys are moving. After years of documenting how to retrofit an older house to maximize use of solar energy for electricity, heating, cooling and hot water, family recycling and rainwater catchment, they are planning to sell their modest abode and build a modern, 3,000-square-foot home a mile away.

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perhaps eco-conscious to a fault. The success of the show Living with Ed relied in great part on the watchdog antics of Ed catching his wife stuffing vegetable peelings down the garbage disposal, instead of in the compost bin, timing her long show-

ers or opening a running dryer to discover Rachelle’s lone tank top inside. In each case, the chastised Rachelle vowed to be more eco-conscious, with a raised eyebrow aimed at the camera. “I felt vindicated,” Rachelle says of her reality show adventures. “They [the viewers] were going to side with me.” If there’s any question that Ed’s needling occurs only when the cameras are on, his family members put those doubts to rest. Rachelle describes how her husband insists on keeping the temperature uncomfortably low on cold nights for the sake of saving energy; of turning off her curling iron while it’s warming up if she leaves the room; or switching off the TV if she’s listening to it while getting dressed down the hall. Daughter Hayden’s biggest gripe has to do with TV time. “I love to watch TV for hours on end,” she says. “My dad is very cautious about using power and we have to turn off several different things when we use the TV, like the DVR

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It’s not easy to live up to Ed’s 30-yearstrong waste-nothing ethos. Although he first made a name for himself as an actor, initially as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the 1980s TV show St. Elsewhere, followed by his recurring roles in the hit TV series Six Feet Under and Arrested Development, as well as a co-starring role in Woody Allen’s 2009 film Whatever Works, lately he’s become best known as Hollywood’s green guru. He’s the people’s go-to expert on green building and saving energy, authoring the how-to books, Living Like Ed and Ed Begley, Jr.’s Guide to Sustainable Living. Ed is often spotted around Hollywood riding his bike, his preferred mode of travel; on weekdays, he and his daughter ride together to her school, pedaling two miles each way. This down-to-earth, affable man is

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and its power switch.” But Ed insists that all these little energy-saving strategies add up. While he was willing to recently trade his obsolete 1992 TV set for an HDTV, he knows it’s a major energy hog—and not only when someone’s watching it. “The phantom power can be as high as 100 watts per hour,” he says—that’s the power the TV consumes simply by being plugged in. “But,” he notes, “ if you have put power strips everywhere in the house and you just walk around and click off a few of them, all of that phantom power is turned off. Then, you can enjoy an appliance like that without using a tremendous amount of energy.” The sun may be an unlimited source of energy, but the solar power stored in their home’s batteries has limitations—

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and Ed is a vigilant watchdog. With rooftop solar panels providing most of the home’s power, the Begleys remain blissfully unaware when there’s a power outage in the neighborhood. “I only find out about it when I walk to the post office and see the signal flashing to show that power has been restored,” Ed comments. Ed manually switches over to the municipal power grid only when he senses that the stored power capacity in the home’s solar batteries is running low. He foresees that eventually that system will be automated, but for now, he’s happy to keep track. The solar power generated onsite is enough to operate the house and professional TV cameras; it also charges an electric car in the garage—an all-electric 2002 Toyota RAV4 that’s clocked 85,000 miles. For hot water, the family comfortably relies mostly on a simple solar thermal setup—a 4-by-10-foot panel on the roof of black anodized tubing behind a piece of glass. A pump activates when a sensor in the panel senses that it’s hotter than the temperature in the tank. Ed observes: “If you keep things simple, they work well.” Simplicity also keeps maintenance issues at bay. The upkeep required for his solar electric system is minor; he’s committed only to adding water to the batteries every nine months and occasionally getting up to the roof to clean the panels with a brush and a little water.

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Bringing Rachelle’s aesthetic influence to bear has entailed replacing outdated living room curtains with attractive and energy-efficient wooden shutters, and finding ways to recycle without having large bins in plain sight. She’s orchestrating the design and layout of the new house—allowing for both entertaining space and larger closets—while Ed focuses on its renewable energy systems—including more unshaded rooftop panels and orienting the building to make the most of natural light. “If we don’t go LEED Platinum, then who will?” Rachelle queries. “That alone is not easy; still, I want to make it look like other houses in the neighborhood. I don’t want a Jetsons’ house; super modern has never been my style. I‘d like to show people that you can have it all, and I’m praying that it’s true.” The Begleys got off to a good start in March by tearing down an existing home on the property they recently purchased—96 percent of which, from cabinets to pipes, will be recycled or reused through Habitat for Humanity. By March 2012, the new house should be finished. They want their LEED Platinum home to serve as a model for people who are building new residences, to show what is possible in achieving real

energy efficiency and waste reduction without sacrificing style or comfort. Ed’s aim is to ensure the place produces more energy than it uses. As before, the whole process will be documented. “I hope that I’ve shown what you can do with a retrofit,” Ed says. “Now I want to show people what you can do from the ground up in 2011 and beyond.” The family’s ongoing focus on green living has made a major impact on Hayden, who accepts environmental consciousness as the norm. “I learned everything from my dad, from composting to solar panels,” Hayden says. “I always teach my friends to turn off the lights more often, take shorter showers, stuff like that.” Her green awareness gives this tween maturity beyond her years. As Rachelle says, “She thinks about things outside of herself. She’s always been conscientious. She’s also really concerned about the planet and very compassionate.” Hayden is proof that a family’s day-to-day environmental commitments can leave a lasting impact that reaches far beyond the immediate family.

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people. Accidents, toxic environments, illness and other situations beyond our control can radically, often unexpectedly, change our lives. No one wants to find themselves in a hospital bed, but if you or a loved one requires the high-tech, life-saving skills of a medical center, nursing home or another institutionalized care facility, you can help restore health through high-touch, natural nurturing. To begin, it’s helpful to know that healing is enhanced and quality of life returns quicker in loving, peaceful, natural environments. Frances Kuo and her colleagues at the Landscape and Human Health Laboratory, at the University of Illinois, UrbanaChampaign, have shown how green space is a necessary, beneficial component of human health. Because plant life is physically and mentally restorative, an increasing number of hospitals nationwide have created onsite “healing gardens.” The University of Alabama Hospital, for instance, designed a garden according

to the concept that the way a patient feels and interacts with his or her surroundings can play an integral part in the healing process. Complementing its soothing greenery and pleasant floral scents, a water feature helps mask unpleasant noise. It’s good to bring green plants, fragrant flowers and herbs to the bedside of a loved one, but intensive care units often ban plants in rooms, due to concerns about mold, allergens and bacteria, so check with nursing staff first. If an institution restricts the presence of plants, substitute posters or pictures of gardens, forests or national parks to bring visions of natural life to barren walls. Here are additional suggestions for transforming unnatural environments into more natural healing spaces: Like Hippocrates, think of food as medicine. Unfortunately, “healthy hospital food,” is too often an oxymoron. It’s wise to ask the staff dietitian for an organic diet. Organic food is produced without toxic chemicals, antibiotics, hormones and genetically modified ingredients. If no organic options exist, let hospital administrators know you would appreciate having local, organic food on the menu. Inquire about dietary restrictions and get approval to bring nutritious, homemade comfort foods, prepared with loving hearts and caring hands.

Satisfy the senses. Listen to the healing rhythms of nature via recordings of songbirds, crickets, frogs, ocean surf, trickling streams and gentle rain. Many are available through libraries, local bookstores and websites. Paul Kervick, cofounder and one of the directors at Living Well Community Care Home, in Bristol, Vermont, believes, “It takes more than medical management and clean sheets to feel vibrant and happy.” So, in addition to organic food, Kervick provides music therapy and meditative drumming for residents. Heal through touch and movement. Medical facilities may employ professional massage, healing touch and physical therapists. If not, a gentle foot or hand massage, with jasmine, rose or lavender-scented lotion, provides soothing stress relief. Be close; hold your loved one’s hand or stroke their hair. In A Dietitian’s Cancer Story: Information & Inspiration for Recovery & Healing, author and dietitian Diana Dyer found that meditative movement, like yoga and qigong, aided her own healing journey. Bring something from home to the facility. Family photographs, a favorite blanket or special sweater can help make a strange space feel more personal and cozy. Some care facilities even allow visits from pets. Pull up a chair and read stories aloud, sing softly and share memories and images of home.

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Think positively and hold healing thoughts. Creative visualization can be a vital healing tool. It is the internal process of embracing healing images and good thoughts and then applying them to our experience and our bodies. For example, Dyer references a horse field she saw outside her rural hospital window during an illness that had left her weak. She focused on the horses’ galloping strength and visualized herself running strongly again. Every patient needs an advocate to ask questions, take notes and provide a second set of watchful eyes and helping hands. It’s a good idea to keep a dated record of procedures, doctors’ comments, test results and care plans. Meanwhile, protect your loved one’s rest while offering small services that provide great comfort—such as companionship during meals or helping them step outside for some fresh air. Repeatedly express gratitude to care providers for their services and for incremental gains in healing that bring a loved one ever closer to returning to home sweet home. For additional insights, visit Health Care Without Harm (NoHarm.org). Melinda Hemmelgarn is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio show host, based in Columbia, MO. Her daughter recently spent a month in the hospital while recovering from a fall. Visit FoodSleuth@gmail.com and tune into Food Sleuth Radio online podcasts at kopn.org.

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Friday Dinner on the Farm – 5-9pm. Dana Spence will be performing live. Seasonally changing organic dinner menu, offering 100% Grassfed Beef, Fish, Pastured Pork and Vegetarian Opts. Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com. Yoga for Teens and Tweens – 5:45-7:30pm. This class will combine great tunes, breathing techniques, yoga postures, focusing skills and relaxation. All levels welcome. $13.50. Cityoga School of Yoga and Health, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-9209642. Info@Cityoga.biz. Cityoga.biz. Oneness Blessing Gathering – 6:30-8pm. All welcome. This powerful and loving energy can change one’s life. $10. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@ sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

Ladies Night – 5-9pm. Fun and pampering night just for the ladies. All products and offerings are as natural and organic as possible. Food, wine and some services are complimentary. Premier services start at $10. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr. Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com. Mudras and Mantras – TBD. Visit website for time. Through repetitive chants and specific hand positions, one’s life can become happier, one’s world becomes easier, intuition stronger. Workshop includes packet and japa mala. $20. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 5

New Spring Menu – 8am-1pm; Thurs 7am-2:30pm. Introducing our new spring breakfast and lunch menus. Tulip Noir Café, 1224 W 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-848-5252. TulipNoirCafe.com. Seven Secrets to Health & Healing – 5:30-6:30pm. Also Apr 19. Discover the path to new levels of health. Free. Call Kathy to RSVP. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. 317-733-9630. DocWhalen@ ZionsvilleChiropractor.com. ZionsvilleChiropractor.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9

Breathwalk – 9:30-11am. Breathwalk the beautiful grounds of the Indianapolis Art and the Monon Trail followed by discussion and Yogi Tea. (Wear comfortable clothes/shoes). $25. Register online. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

Kids Earth Day Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Yoga class will inspire respect for the planet and each other. Includes fun poses based on nature, games and a healthy snack. $25. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr. Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com. Funky Teen Yoga – 11:45am-12:45pm. Come bend towards higher self-esteem and flexibility with fun music. Celebrate what it means to be strong, confident yogi, gain strength and flexibility. $15. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr. Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com. Kundalini Yoga, Meditation and the Gong – 1-3pm. All levels. Guided by Intuition, the path of the soul. $30. Register online. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 10

New Spring Menu – 8am-1pm; Thurs 7am-2:30pm. Introducing our new spring brunch menu. Tulip Noir Café, 1224 W 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-848-5252. TulipNoirCafe.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7

Spring Cleaning for the Body Cooking Class – 5:30-7:30pm. Try foods that detoxify our bodies and scream warm weather. RSVP required. $35. Reinventing Wellness, 8725 Gordonshire Dr, Indianapolis. 317-408-0110. Sarah@ ReinventingWellness.com. ReinventingWellness.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8

Friday Dinner on the Farm – 5-9pm. Paul Holdman Band will be performing live. Seasonally changing organic dinner menu, offering 100% Grassfed Beef, Fish, Pastured Pork and Vegetarian Opts. Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com. Kundalini Yoga, Meditation and the Gong – 6:308:30pm. Lead by Shakta Kaur Kezios. Postures,

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5k Walk/Run Fundraiser – 1pm. Participate in this walk/run to raise awareness locally about the state of our water quality in Indiana. Proceeds benefit the Hoosier Environmental Council. $20. Tickets available at Aveda Salons and HEC. YourCause. com/Aveda. Restorative Yoga – 2:30-4pm. Supported gentle yoga poses while an integrative body specialist helps participants further release tension in tight areas. Bring 3 pillows, 1 blanket. RSVP. $15. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-2579642. Carol@ipyc.org. IPYC.org.

MONDAY, APRIL 11

Crooked Creek Elementary Walk-In Summer Camp Registration Night – 4:30-6pm. Contact Jessica for more info. Jessica@JamesonCamp.org. JamesonCamp.org.

TUESDAY, APRIL 12

Purification & Weight Loss – 5:30-6:45pm. We will outline a strategy to support one’s natural cleansing pathways. Free. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. 317-733-9630. DocWhalen@ZionsvilleChiropractor. com. ZionsvilleChiropractor.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 15

Friday Dinner on the Farm – 5-9pm. Jes Richmond will be performing live. Seasonally changing organic dinner menu, offering 100% Grassfed Beef, Fish, Pastured Pork and Vegetarian Opts. Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com. Yappy Hour – 5pm. Furry friends can feast on treats from 3 Dog Bakery as we hear from Hoosier Environmental Council’s Steven Meyer about Indiana’s environmental challenges. Enter to win raffle of goodies. Donations to HEC. Jennifer Baker, Bambu Salon, 916 E. Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis, 317-2514800. BambuSalon.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16

Beginner’s Yoga Workshop – 10:30am-12pm. Beginners who need more instruction and assistance on correct posture during poses. This workshop will feature 2 certified instructors for a thorough and indepth beginner’s intensive workshop. $20. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr. Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com. Yoga for Wellness and Weight Management – 125pm. All levels. Yoga will be used to increase awareness, improve self-confidence and as an exercise routine. $70. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@ sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com. Veggie Gardening 101 – 1-4:30pm. Hands-on urban gardening advice. Learn to maximize a 3 season garden plot for family food consumption and winter storage. Bring shovel and gloves. $25. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-2579642. Carol@ipyc.org. IPYC.org. Healthy Cooking Class – 5-7pm. Learn tips and tricks to take home and apply to family meals. Healthy cooking doesn’t have to be expensive or time consuming. $35. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr. Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 17

Reiki in Hospice Fundraiser – 2-6pm. Meal, raffle, silent auction, and a brief Reiki treatment provided to raise funds for Reiki in Hospice Program working as partners with Heartland Hospice. $20. Moe & Johnny’s, 5380 N. College Avenue, Indianapolis. 317-259-4599. ReikiCenterOfIndiana.com.

MONDAY, APRIL 18

IPS #114 Walk-In Summer Camp Registration Night – 3:30-5:30pm. Contact Jessica for more info. Jessica@JamesonCamp.org. JamesonCamp.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20

Appetizers & Snacks Cooking Class – 5:307:30pm. Make and enjoy quick treats that are scrumptious, nutritious and ready in seconds. RSVP required. $35. Reinventing Wellness, 8725

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THURSDAY, APRIL 21

Self Centered Flow with Sadie Nardini – 6-9PM. Flow through a mindful, creative Core Strength Vinyasa sequence designed to activate one’s earth to core connection. $55. Cityoga School of Yoga and Health, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-9209642. Info@Cityoga.biz. Cityoga.biz.

FRIDAY, APRIL 22

Water Warrior Yoga – 4pm. Join Flourish Yoga’s Amy Thomas for Aveda’s Water Warrior fundraiser to protect clean water. Rain date will be Sat, same time. Donations to HEC. Located in Broad Ripple Park. Jennifer Baker, Bambu Salon, 916 E. Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis, 317-251-4800. BambuSalon.com. Friday Dinner on the Farm – 5-9pm. Jes Richmond will be performing live. Seasonally changing organic dinner menu, offering 100% Grassfed Beef, Fish, Pastured Pork and Vegetarian Opts. Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23

Mark Your Calendar Earth Day Indian Festival – 11am-4pm. Come see what is new and earth friendly. Spondored in part by Natural Awakenings Indianapolis. White River State Park. EarthDayIndiana.org

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Stress - America’s #1 Health Problem – 5:306:45pm. Gauge one’s individual stress levels and scientifically validated, safe, drugless methods designed to relieve stress. Free. RSVP. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. 317-733-9630. DocWhalen@ ZionsvilleChiropractor.com. ZionsvilleChiropractor.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 29

Friday Dinner on the Farm – 5-9pm. Tim Wright from the Wright Brothers will be performing live. Seasonally changing organic dinner menu, offering 100% Grassfed Beef, Fish, Pastured Pork and Vegetarian Opts. Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

Let’s Eat Local – 2-3:30pm. Find out where to go for fresh, local foods and the value of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). $25. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. 317-257-9642. Carol@ipyc.org. IPYC.org.

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reconnecting with self. All drums and percussion provided. $5. Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100, Indianapolis. 317-771-0241. Lisa@BongoBoyMusic. com. BongoBoyMusic.com.

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daily Waterman’s Farm Market – 8am-7pm. Year round. Large variety of produce and food-related products. 7010 E Raymond St, Indianapolis. WatermansFarmMarket.com. Pilates Reformer Classes – Mon–Sat. No Sun classes. Visit website for times. Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement. $20-$35. Inner You Pilates, 14950 Greyhound Ct, Indianapolis. 317-571-8367. InnerYouPilates.com. Locally Grown Gardens – Mon-Fri 9am-9pm; Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm. Chef owned and operated year round farm market offering a variety of produce, pies, breads and more. Lunch and dinner served daily. 1050 E 54th St, Indianapolis. 317-255-8555. LocallyGrownGardens.com. Pathways to Wellness New Member Special – 2 weeks unlimited yoga classes. Call for more details 317-569-9090. Village Yoga, 14741 Hazel Dell Xing, Ste 400, Noblesville. 317-569-9090. Eric@ PathwaysToWellness.us. PathwaysToWellness.us.

sunday Gluten Free Baking Day – 8am-1pm; Thurs 7am2:30pm. We create delicious, innovative, health conscious meals with a twist utilizing fresh herbs, and spices for flavor and optimal health. Tulip Noir Café, 1224 W 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-848-5252. TulipNoirCafe.com. Message & Meditation – 10-11am. Second Sun each month. This is led by Now Creations founder Vince Lisi. $10/includes a take home CD. Source Yoga, 8609 E.116th St, Fishers. 317-915-9642. SourceYoga.net. Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery – 11am-12:15. All welcome. Increase and maintain a happy, positive mind. Free/Donation. Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center, 6018 N. Keystone Ave, Indianapolis. 317-374-5281. MeditationIndianapolis.org.

Go to NACrossroads.com to submit calendar listings. Submission deadline for Calendar: the 15th of the month. Kundalini Yoga – 11am. All levels. A unique blend of posture, breathwork, meditation and chanting. Currently working through the chakras. Modifications available for any fitness level. $5. Cityoga, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-430-3875. HariDattiKaur@hotmail. Sahaja Meditation – 12-1pm. A simple and spontaneous meditation technique, which de-stresses mind, improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing your own inner energy. Free. Old National Bank, 6135 N College Ave, Indianapolis. 317-3004560. IndianaMeditation.com. Vinyasa Intensive – 1:30-3:30pm. Third Sun each month. Vinyasa flow yoga led by Liz Molitor. $20 Walk-in/$15 members. Source Yoga, 8609 E 116th St, Fishers. 317-915-9642. SourceYoga.net. Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa – 2-3:15pm. Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room. $17. Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing, 10138 Brooks School Rd, Fishers. 317841-0103. Amy@FlourishYoga.biz. FlourishYoga.Biz. Meditation Class – 6-7pm. A calming, centering meditation that will help one move into the week with peace, rejuevenation, & clarity. Donation. Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing, 10138 Brooks School Rd, Fishers. 317-841-0103. Amy@FlourishYoga. biz. FlourishYoga.Biz.

monday Farm Market – Mon-Wed, 9am-6pm; Thu-Sat, 9am-7pm. Year Round. Featuring quality apples, pumpkins, plants, local food, produce, meat, and more. Tuttle Orchards, 5717 N County Rd 300 West, Greenfield. 317-326-2278. TuttleOrchards.com. Ananda Mandala with Oneness Blessing – 6:308pm. This powerful breath work kick starts the movement of Kundalini energy and raising the vibrations with these amazing energy modalities. $10. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com. United Rhythms Drum Circle – 7-8pm. 18+. Focuses on sharing rhythm, releasing stress and

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wednesday Gentle Yoga – 11am-12pm. Postures will focus on breathing and movement to encourage energy and relaxation. Props will be used and modifications made as necessary. Pilates Wellness Studio, 1233 Pkwy Dr, Zionsville. Contact Tobie Hall: 317-8732163. PilatesWellnessStudio.com. 12-Step Meditation – 7-8pm. Based loosely on The 12-Step Buddhist, by Darren Littlejohn, this group is meant to complement versus take the place of regular 12-step meetings. No meditation experience required. Free. 125 Spruce St, Indianapolis. 317-6375683. Joanhm@mac.com. TheChurchWithin.org.

thursday Gluten Free Baking Day – 7am-2:30pm. See Sun listing. Tulip Noir Café, 1224 W 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-848-5252. TulipNoirCafe.com. Cloth Diapering 101 – 6:30-8pm. Also every other Sat 12pm. Learn different options available in cloth diapering and see products first hand. Free. Toasty Baby, 10087 Allisonville Rd, Ste C, Fishers. RSVP. ToastyBaby.com. Kundalini Yoga – 6:30-8pm. No class Apr 21. Asana-based exercises, pranayama and meditation while enjoying music from the Beatles. $15. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com. Healthy Chocolate – 7pm.An hour that could change

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tuesday Tibetan Heart Yoga – 5-6:15pm. The first series combines heart-opening asana with tong-len meditation. Class is visualization, meditation and chanting progressing to asana practice with tong-len. $10. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com. Cityoga Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) – 5:3010pm. A comprehensive introduction to the art and science yoga. The 200 hr is structured as a 21wk semester. Cityoga School of Yoga and Health, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. Info@ Cityoga.biz. Cityoga.biz.

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one’s life. To get free chocolate, mention Joyce/Jenni. Holiday Inn at the Pyramids. 317-363-2262. Free Community Drum Circle – 6:45-8pm. All ages/experience welcome. Free. Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 6:156:45pm. $5. Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100, Indianapolis. 317-771-0241. Lisa@bongoboymusic. com. BongoBoyMusic.com.

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saturday Indy Winter Farmers Market – 9:00am-12:30pm. Ends Apr 30. Local produce, baked goods, artisan products and much more. Maxwell Building, 530 E Ohio St, Indianapolis. IndyWinterFarmersMarket.org. Mat Pilates – 9-10am. The lululemon athletica Indianapolis Showroom offers a complimentary, alllevels yoga or Pilates class every Saturday. Instructors rotate. Mats are available at the Showroom. Free. lululemon athletica Indianapolis Showroom, 6402 Cornell Ave, Indianapolis. 317-253-7195. ADorman@lululemon.com. Lululemon.com. The Green Market – 9am-12pm. Shop from local farmers and artisans. Get fresh vegetables and local handmade goods and support the community at the same time. In heated barn until Apr 30. The Green Market, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com. Cloth Diapering 101 – Every other Sat 12pm. See Thurs listing. Free. Toasty Baby, 10087 Allisonville Rd, Ste C, Fishers. RSVP. ToastyBaby.com. Free Martial Arts Intro Session – 10-11am. Instilling the qualities of self-confidence, self-discipline and self-control builds a strong foundation for success. Free. Broad Ripple Martial Arts Academy, 5145 E 65th St, Indianapolis. 317-251-2488. Kaboggs56@ yahoo.com. BroadRippleMartialArts.com. Quantum Fit Open House – 12-1:30pm. First Sat/ month. Teaches core movements, sound nutritional basics and takes one through one’s fitness assessment workout. Free. Quantum Fit (inside Broad Ripple Martial Arts), 5145 E 65th St, Indianapolis. 317-658-1827. Info@QFitIndy.com. QFitIndy.com. Vinyasa – 12:30pm. First Sat each month. Also offering one’s first heated yoga class for free even with past attendance/current students. Invoke Studio, 970 Fort Wayne Ave, Ste C, Indianapolis. 317-631-9642. InvokeStudio.com. Yoga Basics – 1-2pm. Adults. Instructor Tarah Baldwin. $15/drop in. RSVP at 317-870-7220. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. WeCreateWellness.com. The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery – 3pm. Using Discussion, asana, pranayama and meditation to explore addiction and recovery within the body/mind continuum. Donations. Cityoga, 2442 Central Ave, Indianapolis. 317-920-9642. Cityoga.biz. Free Intro to Yoga – 2-3pm. Second Sat each month. Source Yoga, 8609 E.116th St, Fishers. 317-9159642. SourceYoga.net. Book Study – 9am-12noon. Second Sat/month. Now Creations founder, Vince Lisi, leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. Fishers United Methodist Church, 9196 E 116th St, Fishers. NowCreations.org.

ANIMAL RIGHTS/WELFARE HUMANE SOCIETY OF INDIANAPOLIS 7929 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis 317-872-5650 IndyHumane.org HSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs, including adoption, foster home placement, behavior training, appropriate medical care, and affordable spay/neuter services. See ad on page 4.

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OPTIMAL WELLNESS CENTER 4545 Northwestern Dr., Ste. A, Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellness.com From pediatrics to geriatrics, our caring doctors offer hope and education with a variety of techniques from manual and instrument adjusting to digestive or cranial therapy. See ad on page 24. SPINAL LOGIC CHIROPRACTIC 1300 E. Main St., Danville 317-745-5111 SpinalLogicChiropractic.com Receive only the finest quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology. Natural alternatives for headaches, pain, fatigue, and more. See ad on page 23.

XOÇAI HEALTHY CHOCOLATE Joyce Kleinman 317-363-2262 TheHealthyChocolateTeam.com A delicious, diabeticfriendly, unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece than 1/2 pound of raw spinach. No preservatives or caffeine. See ad on page 22. 19. CAMP - OVERNIGHT JAMESON CAMP 2001 Bridgeport Rd, Indianapolis, 317-241-2661 JamesonCamp.org Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community. We offer anywhere from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs. See ad on page 20.

STILLPOINT FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC, INC. 9780 Lantern Rd., Ste. 230, Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennella.com Comprehensive chiropractic care for the entire family. We may help you with ADHD, allergies, asthma, pain, ear infections, nutrition and more. See ad on page 13.

DANVILLE CHIROPRACTIC 6 Manor Drive, Danville 317-745-5100 DanvilleChiroCenter.com Voted “Best of Hendricks County” 2009 and 2010. Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises relieve pain, allergies, headaches and more. See ad on page 16.

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CLEANSING WATERS 5501 E. 71st St., Ste A, Indianapolis 317-259-0796 CleansingWaters.net We promote a “cleansing” lifestyle that focuses on balancing the inner ecosystem at our colon hydrotherapy center. This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing, detoxification and nourishment programs. See ad on page 9.

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NATURAL REJUVENATION, INC. 6650 W. 10th St., Indianapolis 317-243-3550 NaturalRejuvenation.com Colon hydrotherapy and detox specialist for over 36 years and four generations. Teaching the raw living food lifestyle, herbology, homeopathy and nutritional testing. See ad on page 18. April 2011 29

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FARMERS’ MARKETS/ NATURAL/ORGANIC THE GREEN MARKET 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville 317-733-1700 TradersPointCreamery.com Indiana’s only year-round market, bringing you sustainably produced local goods. Winter hours, Saturdays from 9am12pm. See ad on page 18. INDY WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 530 E. Ohio St., Indianapolis Saturdays 9am-12:30pm Connecting local farmers with city residents by delivering fresh healthy vegetables, fruit, meat, baked goods, herbs, natural cleaning products and other locally produced food & household products.

FARMS - ORGANIC LIFE CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM NATURE’S CROSSROADS Lifefarmcsa.com NaturesCrossroads.com Enjoy a variety of certified organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy locally grown certified organic seeds and seedlings and grow local. See ad on page 23. TRADERS POINT CREAMERY, THE LOFT RESTAURANT & DAIRY BAR 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville 317-733-1700 TradersPointCreamery.com This artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle. Serving Brunch, Lunch & Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience! See ad on page 22.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE OPTIMAL WELLNESS CENTER 4545 Northwestern Dr., Ste. A, Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellness.com Dr. Montieth offers natural, safe and effective treatments for the entire family. Natural hormone balancing, fibromyalgia, fatigue, depression, anxiety, seizures, attention, focus and more. See ad on page 24.

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES ORGANICALLY CLEAN Christie Crail 317-469-3201 Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or office and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender, mint and citrus. Call to schedule your free estimate. See ad on page 22.

HOLISTIC PROVIDER ZIONSVILLE HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER 1620 W. Oak St., Ste 100, Zionsville 317-733-9630 ZionsvilleChiropractor.com We provide gentle exact chiropractic adjustments; whole food nutrients; time-tested homeopathy to balance body chemistry; and a very powerful breakthrough system to release extremely damaging emotional stress and tension. See ad on page 21.

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SQUEEZE FRESH SMOOTHIES 11769 Commercial Drive, Fishers 317-845-9984 Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavorful and healthy products including smoothies, yogurt, energy shots, and juice.

LABORATORY ANY LAB TEST NOW 13636 N Meridian St., Carmel 317-574-9500 AnyLabTestNow.com Providing thousands of lab tests to consumers professionally, conveniently and cost effectively. No appointment necessary, no doctor’s order, no insurance required, confidential and anonymous. See ad on page 10.

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GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOOD COMPANY 6350 Guilford Avenue, Indianapolis 317-253-3709 Good-Earth.com Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods, supplements, beauty products, and apparel. Family owned and operated since 1971. See ad on page 10.

OPTIMAL WELLNESS CENTER 4545 Northwestern Dr., Ste.A, Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellness.com Whether you have a physical condition or need energy balancing, our experienced therapists offer a variety of massages, reiki, healing touch, kinesiotaping, or graston. See ad on page 24.

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MEDITATION 18. SAHAJA MEDITATION 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditation.org Sahaja Meditation is a simple and spontaneous meditation technique, which destresses mind, improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy. Everyone welcome. See ad on page 19. NATURAL FURNITURE

THE NATURAL MATTRESS COMPANY 4084 Perry Road, Whitestown 888-830-3941 317-769-3941 Mattresses, pillows The Natural and bedding crafted Mattress Company of 100% natural latex and covered with a certified organic cotton cover. Experience a Green Dream Sleep today. See ad on page 8.

NUTRITIONIST REINVENTING WELLNESS Sarah Stout CCN, HHC, Raw Foods Chef 317-408-0110 Sarah@ReinventingWellness.com Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling services. Specializing in raw foods certifications, private cooking classes, corporate services, and menu planning. See ad on page 12.

PET STORE

PET SUPPLIES PLUS Avon - Rockville Rd Broad Ripple - 62nd St. & Keystone Greenwood - County Line & Emerson Noblesville - S.R. 37 North of 32 PSPIndy.com Greatest selection of products that improve your pet’s well-being. See ad on page 21.

PILATES WELLNESS STUDIO 1233 Parkway Dr., Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudio.com Pilates provides healthy movement and builds strength from the “inside out.” It improves breathing, balance, posture and helps your internal systems function better. Also offering massage, yoga and personal training. See ad on page 28.

PRODUCE/GROCERY/ NATURAL/DELIVERY GREEN B.E.A.N. DELIVERY 317-377-0470 Info@GreenBeanDelivery.com GreenBeanDelivery.com Green Bean Delivery works with local farmers and artisans to bring organic produce and natural groceries to your door year-round. Indianapolis and surrounding areas. See ad on page 19.

RECYCLED GIFTS NATURE’S KARMA 14511 Clay Terrace Blvd., Ste 130, Carmel 317-843-9999 NaturesKarma.org Devoted to providing highquality items via Fair Trade, environmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products that are made with all of nature’s wonders. See ad on page 16.

SUPER FOODS PILATES INNER YOU PILATES 14950 Greyhound Court, Carmel 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilates.com Pilates exercise focuses on learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life. Join a class or sign up for private sessions. See ad on page 25.

XOÇAI HEALTHY CHOCOLATE Jeanne McCullough 317-371-1492 Jeanne@AmazingChocolateTeam.com AmazingChocolateTeam.com Our chocolate is made with a patented cold pressing technology allowing it to maintain the extreme levels of antioxidants naturally found in cacao, nature’s highest antioxidant super food. Tastes great. See ad on page 24. natural awakenings

WELLNESS CENTER PATHWAYS TO WELLNESS 14741 Hazel Dell Xing, Noblesville 317-569-9090 PathwaysToWellness.us A family-owned wellness center focusing on yoga, massage, lifestyle counseling and sports training. We are happy to help you find your optimum life. See ad on page 9.

WOMEN’S WELLNESS SOLIS WOMEN’S HEALTH 11450 N. Meridian St., Carmel 317-872-3583 SolisHealth.com Dedicated exclusively to breast cancer screening and diagnosis, patients can expect a level of professional attention and personal care not found anywhere else. See ad on page 26.

YOGA CITYOGA SCHOOL OF YOGA AND HEALTH 2442 N Central Avenue, Indianapolis 317-920-9642 CitYoga.biz School for yoga and health S C H O O L O F Y O G A A N D H E A L T H dedicated to improving total well-being and quality of life. Offering Yoga Alliance registered Yoga Teacher Training Programs with Nikki Myers and Marsha Pappas. See ad on page 14. OPTIMAL WELLNESS CENTER 4545 Northwestern Dr., Ste.A, Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellness.com Our beautiful studio and team of registered instructors and meditation guides will help new to experienced yogis bend toward bliss at our convenient wellness facility. See ad on page 24. PEACE THROUGH YOGA In the heart of Eagle Creek Park 317-679-1168 PeaceThroughYoga.com Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natural realignment of your perception of life. See ad on page 14.

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