Healing Through Your Akashic Records – 1-5pm. With Bill Sanda. Akashic Records are vibrational information of every soul’s journey in physical form. Resolve recurring patterns, heal challenges and empower choices through a combined individual/group healing. $40. Fairy Fresh Farm, 3301 Black Steer Dr, Finksburg, MD. Info: Krleinberger@gmail.com.
MONDAY, MAY 14 Writing Out the Storm – 6-8pm. With Susi Wyss. Explore the healing benefits of writing, delving into the self and tapping into the subconscious. $20 (suggested donation). Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St, NW. Info: 202-483-8600 or SmithCenter.org.
TUESDAY, MAY 15 Intro to Native American Flute – 7-9pm. Four weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays through June 7. The Native American flute is famous for its hauntingly beautiful sound and is simple to learn. In this class, you will learn the basic techniques of breath control, fingering and style. No prior experience or musical knowledge required. All levels of students are welcome, class is limited to 10 students. $230. Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD. Info: HowardCC.Edu/. Fear of Recurrence: Mastering Resilience – 6:30-8:30pm. With Julia Rowland, Ph.D. Worry that cancer may come back is the most common long-term effect of living with a history of cancer. Curiously, it is not the most frequently studied, leaving many to wonder how to manage this anxiety. Come learn about techniques and strategies to master fear of recurrence and embrace uncertainty. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St, NW. Info: 202-483-8600 or SmithCenter.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 19 DC Young Adult Cancer Survivors Hiking in the City – 9:30am-1pm. In partnership with First Descents DC/Baltimore Tributary, meeting at The Nature Center in Rock Creek Park. Join other young adult cancer survivors for a morning hike through Rock Creek Park in DC. This hike is suitable for all levels and will end with a bring your own picnic lunch. Both newcomers and First Descents Alumni are welcome to attend. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, Rock Creek Park, DC. Info: 202-483-8600 or SmithCenter.org.
SUNDAY, MAY 20 Yoga and Reiki Healing – 1-3pm. With Elizabeth Finnan. Learn about and experience reiki, while releasing stress in restorative stretches. $40. Rise Well-Being Center, 11130 Sunrise Valley Dr, Ste 150, Reston, VA. Info:703-429-1509. Register: RiseWellBeing.Center/Special-Events/.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 Visualizing Your Future Self: Moving Toward Manifestation – 6:30-8:30pm. With Mary Kearns. Move, meditate and create images to inspire and guide! $40. Rise Well-Being Center, 11130 Sunrise Valley Dr, Ste 150, Reston, VA. Info:703-429-1509. Register: RiseWellBeing.Center/Special-Events/.
FRIDAY, MAY 25 Sound Medicine Journey – 7:30-9pm. With Angela Blueskies. Let go of stress and relax while you are bathed in the healing vibrations of singing bowls, flute, chimes, sounds of nature and inspirational songs. $25-$30. East Meets West Yoga, 8227 Old Courthouse Rd, Ste 310, Vienna, VA. Info: AngelaBlueskies.com.
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Gong Medicine Journey – 7-8:30pm. With Angela Blueskies. Through the intense vibrations of the sound, the body and mind are able to relax and surrender to the healing energies of the Gong and as the waves of sound wash over participants, a deep energetic clearing occurs, leaving participants feeling balanced, peaceful and light. $25-$30. Nourishing Journey, 8975 Guilford Rd, Ste 170, Columbia, MD. Info: AngelaBlueskies.com.
The Shamanic Empowerment Collective: Intro to Shamanic Journeying – 2-4pm. Explore the shamanic practice of journeying to the rhythms of the drum and learn to make contact with your own intuition, as well as with guides, totem spirits and ancestors. $30-$35. East Meets West Yoga, 8227 Old Courthouse Rd, Ste 310, Vienna, VA. Info: AngelaBlueskies.com.
TUESDAY, MAY 29 4th Annual Mantra Medicine Journey – Online daily through June 18. For three weeks, enjoy share daily sound meditation and mantra practices with the intention of staying centered and embracing peace. Includes informative emails and daily recordings. Free. Info: AngelaBlueskies. com.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 Writing Your Truth – 4:30-6pm. With Elise Wiarda. A unique experience with one of Smith Center’s most revered healers. Come witness the gifts that emerge as you listen to, write and share poetry. $20 (suggested donation). Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St, NW. Info: 202483-8600 or SmithCenter.org. Clean Air Community Forum – 7-8:15pm. Taking steps toward cleaner air in Arlington: A Presentation and Discussion on the Effects
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of Vehicle Idling on our Community’s Health. Open to all. EcoAction Arlington (formerly Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment) and the Environmental Health & Asthma Subcommittee of the APS School Health Advisory Board, Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA. Info: Tinyurl.com/ArlingtonCleanAir.
plan ahead MONDAY, JUNE 4 Laughter Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Please join us for a playful and fun practice that has been proven to reduce stress and strengthen the immune system. The session ends with a silent meditation. Free. Arlington Central Library auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA. Info: ArlingtonLaughterYoga@yahoo.com.
FRIDAY, JUNE 15 Sound Medicine Journey – 7-8:30pm. With Angela Blueskies. Let go of stress and relax while you are bathed in the healing vibrations of singing bowls, flute, chimes, sounds of nature and inspirational songs. $25-$30. Nourishing Journey, 8975 Guilford Rd, Ste 170, Columbia, MD. Info: Angela Blueskies.com.
SUNDAY, JUNE 17
special event Love Your Body Yoga Festival Now in its tenth year, this free festival brings together yoga studios and wellness center from all over Northern Virginia, to share information on the proper care and nourishment of you, your body and your family. Complimentary yoga for all ages and abilities. Kids’ activities and healthy food and drink samples. Live music, energy healing demonstrations, raffle prizes and much more.
Sunday, June 17 For more information, visit LoveYourBodyYogaFestival.com.