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CHINESE MEDICINE Han University of Traditional Medicine. 2856 E Fort Lowell Road 322-6330. Learn the basic concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Philosophical and ideological concepts will be introduced, including: Taoism, 5 Elements, 8 Principles, Vital Substances (Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids), causes of disease, emotions, and functions of the Zang Fu organs and their inter-relationships. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Continues through June 28, $50 for all 4 classes. FREE BALANCE, BELLY & BUTT CLASS La Encantada. 2905 E. Skyline Drive. 299-3566. Balance, belly and butt: You need all three to create and maintain a stable spine. Class will work them and then participants create a vision card, representing balance. Meet in La Encantada Courtyard. Wed., June 18, 5:45-6:30 p.m. 232-0534. http://redmonkeystudio.net/ INSTANT ENERGIZERS Joel D. Valdez Main Library. 101 N. Stone Ave. 5945500. Instant Energizers are designed to open a meeting or event. Activities include breath work, yoga, tai chi, stretching, jokes and storytelling. Presented by the Wellness Council of Arizona. Thu., June 12, 12-1 p.m., Free. 791-4010. http://www.library.pima.gov askalibrarian@pima.gov RE-IGNITE YOUR OWN DELIGHT: RETREAT FOR HELPING PROFESSIONALS Man in the Maze Room. 6965 N. Oracle Road 7971234. Join a gathering of helping professionals to relax, rejuvenate and reinvent yourself and your work. This is a time to release the burdens you carry for others, and allow yourself time and space to remember why you were drawn to this work. Sat., June 14, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., $20. http://www.maninthemazeroom.com maninthemaze2013@gmail.com REIKI GROUP Arizona Cancer Center, Kiewit Auditorium. 1515 N. Campbell Ave. 694-7236. For cancer survivors, family members, friends and staff who have received Reiki training. Participants will get the opportunity to share experiences, work on each other and deepen their understanding about the use of reiki for relaxation and stress reduction. Must have received at least Level 1 Reiki training. Third Wednesday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. No Charge. SHAME REDUCTION & INCREASING DESERVABILITY Man in the Maze Room. 6965 N. Oracle Road 7971234. Phillip Mitchell, M.A., MFT, will discuss the origins and costs of toxic shame that some have carried, its relationship to depression and how to effectively release it, heal it, and move on in life with a clear sense of self worth. Wed., June 18, 7-8:30 p.m., $15. http:// www.maninthemazeroom.com maninthemaze2013@ gmail.com SPRING FOREST QIGONG Unity of Tucson. 3617 N. Camino Blanco. 577-3300. Spring Forest Qigong is an exercise program to strengthen the body, increase the energy and remove blockages to good health. Steve McGeeney and Tandra Goodwin will gently lead participants through the movements with deep understanding and skill. Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through Dec. 19, $10. 488-8284. unitics@q.com SURGICAL WEIGHT-LOSS SEMINAR UAMC University Campus Cafeteria Meeting Rooms. 1501 N. Campbell Ave. 694-0111. A pre-requisite to a bariatric consultation, this seminar covers aspects of obesity and its effects on general health; non-surgical options for treating obesity; and procedures, complications and short- and long-term outcomes of surgical options. 626-2635. arizonasurgicalweightloss.com. First and Third Monday of every month, 5 p.m., free. WRITE TO HEAL: WHAT AM I LIVING FOR? UA Cancer Center North Campus. 3838 N. Campbell Ave. 694-2873. Writing exercises for setting goals and developing action plans, and evaluating and modifying plans, for people with cancer and their family and friends. Facilitated by Deborah Mayaan, MA, writer and healing practitioner. Meets in room 2114. Funded by a grant from Poets & Writers. Every other Tuesday, 1-2:30 p.m. Continues through June 17, free. 694-0845 (Jill Winter). http://www.deborahmayaan.com. deborah@ deborahmayaan.com.
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EVENTS THIS WEEK NED’S NATURE WALK Sabino Canyon. 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road. 7498700. Volunteer naturalist Ned Harris leads a 3-hour walk through Sabino Canyon over moderately difficult trails, and discusses local birds, insects, plants, and offers photography tips. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m., $5 parking, free event.
http://sabinonaturalists.org. brynaba@aol.com. TWILIGHT THURSDAYS Tucson Botanical Gardens. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, ext. 10. Cafe Botanica will be open for dinner, or bring your own picnic. (No admission fee if reservations made to the Cafe.) Thursdays, 5-8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 25, $8 adults, free members, $4 children, $3 dogs. 326-9686. http://www.tucsonbotanical.org info@tucsonbotanical.org
Campbell Ave. 299-6421. Wise women 30 to 80-plus are invited to join in conversation. Begins with an exploration of a wisdom saying. Open to women of any denomination or no denomination. First Sunday of every month, 12:30-1:45 p.m. and Third Sunday of every month, 12:30-1:45 p.m. Continues through Aug. 17, Free.
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WAKE UP WITH THE BIRDS Pima County Agua Caliente Park. 12325 E. Roger Road. 877-6000. Join this guided birding walk in the desert oasis of Agua Caliente Park to spot wetland birds, hummingbirds, songbirds, and raptors. Binoculars are available for use. Thursdays, 7:30-9 a.m. Continues through Aug. 28, Free. 615-7855. http://www.pima.gov/ nrpr. eeducation@pima.gov.
ENTERING THE MIND OF CHRIST Church of the Apostles. 12111 N. La Cholla Blvd. Oro Valley. 544-9660. Author, spiritualist and clinical psychologist Dr. James Finley speaks on “Entering the Mind of Christ: Exploring Intimacy with God in Prayer.” Guidelines for the practice of prayer to achieve union with God. Dr. Finley lived as a monk at a Trappist monastery; his spiritual director was famed monk/author Thomas Merton. Thu., June 19, 7-9 p.m., Free.
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CIENEGA CREEK BIRDING WALK Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead. 16000 E. Marsh Station Road. Vail. 615-7855. Join this guided birding walk to observe the rich bird life in the diverse habitats of Cienega Creek Natural Preserve. Mon., June 16, 7:30-9:30 a.m., free. http://www.pima. gov/nrpr eeducation@pima.gov CIENEGA CREEK NATURE WALK Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead. 16000 E. Marsh Station Road. Vail. 615-7855. Explore the cool, shaded trails at the Cienega Creek Natural Preserve during this guided morning nature walk. Ages 10 and older. Reservations required. Thu., June 12, 7:30-9 a.m., free. http://www.pima.gov/nrpr eeducation@pima.gov NATURE NIGHT: OWLING WALK Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead. 16000 E. Marsh Station Road. Vail. 615-7855. Join this guided walk as we explore the nighttime world of owls and other nocturnal birds. Please bring a head lamp or flashlight. Fri., June 13, 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. http:// www.pima.gov/nrpr eeducation@pima.gov
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APDA PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP TMC Senior Services. 1400 N. Wilmot Road. 3241960. People with Parkinson’s meet in the Resource Center, and caregivers meet in the Seniors Conference Room, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., every third Tuesday; free. Call 326-5400 for more information. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE ELSE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family groups meet daily to help family members and significant others. Call 323-2229, or visit al-anon-southernaz.org for information or to locate a meeting. CLUTTERERS ANONYMOUS Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church. 5360 E. Pima St. 325-1114. Free 12-step group dealing with clutter. Sundays, 4-5 p.m. 888-0088. FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church. 4440 N. Campbell Ave. 299-6421. Any family caregiver who needs a safe place to share highs and lows, learn about resources, ask questions and develop coping skills is invited to drop in for this facilitated group from 10 to 11:30 a.m., the first and third Wednesday of every
month; free. Participants may attend as often or as seldom as they like. Call 790-0504 or 891-3299 for more information. NAMI FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUPS Information and support for friends and families of people living with mental illness are shared from 2 to 3:30 p.m., the first Wednesday of every month, in the Desert Sage Room in La Parroquia building at St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave.; and from 6:30 to 8 p.m., every third Tuesday of the month, at Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St.; free. Call 622-5582, or visit namisa.org for more information and meeting times of other groups. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS Stroke survivors and caregivers learn more about strokes, share positive solutions and support each other, from 10 to 11 a.m., the second Monday of every month, in the cafeteria, dining room C, at the UA Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell Ave.; and from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., the second Thursday of every month, in the Zuni Room at La Perla at La Posada, 635 S. Park Center Ave., Green Valley; free. Call 626-2901 for more information. TUCSON BRAIN ANEURISM Arizona Health Sciences Center. 1501 N. Campbell Ave. 626-7301. Anyone affected by a brain aneurism, their own or others’, is welcome in a support group that meets from 2 to 4 p.m., the second Saturday of every month, in room No. 2500C; free. Call 333-7658, or email kimberly@joeniekrofoundation.org for more info.
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BUTTERFLIES OF AGUA CALIENTE PARK Pima County Agua Caliente Park. 12325 E. Roger Road. 877-6000. Discover the world of butterflies at Agua Caliente Park. Take a guided walk with naturalist Jeff Babson to look for butterflies, caterpillars and their food plants. Tue., June 17, 8-10 a.m., free. 615-7855. http://www.pima.gov/nrpr eeducation@pima.gov DOG DAYS AT THE GARDENS Tucson Botanical Gardens. 2150 N. Alvernon Way. 326-9686, ext. 10. Tucson Botanical Gardens celebrates Dog Days of Summer by opening its gates to leashed dogs. Members can buy a dog membership for the summer for $20. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Continues through Sept. 25, $3 per visit. 3269686. http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/involved/membership/dog-membership/ membership@tucsonbotanical.org
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DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE Dances of Universal Peace. 3131 N. Cherry Ave. 8208180. Meditative, guided circle dances, chanted and sung using sacred phrases from the world’s wisdom traditions, take place from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Saturday of every month; $10 suggested donation. This is a fragrance-free event. Email joanie.sawyer@gmail. com or call 820-8180 for more information. FULL MOON LABYRINTH WALK St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church. 4440 N. Campbell Ave. 299-6421. Walk St. Philip’s meditation labyrinth by the light of the full moon. Refreshments and fellowship follow. Cancelled in case of rain. Thu., June 12, 8 p.m., free. SACRED SPACE Maker House. 283 N. Stone Ave. (864) 245-8641. A weekly gathering with live music, inspiration from the world’s spiritual traditions, community connection. Nonfaith, inter-faith, for those who are curious about wisdom traditions but wary of organized religion. Coupling contemplative wisdom with research-based practices, a gathering for those who seek to live a meaningful life. Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. free. 318-3557. http:// www.sacredspacetucson.org/home.html. info@sacredspacetucson.org. WOMEN’S WISDOM CIRCLE St. Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church. 4440 N.
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