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LET THERE BE LIGHT
Let There Be Light for Houseplants
by LaManda Joy
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Photo courtesy of City Grange
This is the season when many folks are pulling out their favorite sweaters and looking to spend more time indoors, and plant lovers are no exception. Maybe it’s because the veg patch is producing its last juicy tomatoes and looking a little raggedy or the outdoor landscape is winding down. Indoor plants become green talismans to keep us sane through the long Chicago winter. But it’s only October, so there's no need to panic just yet. There are still beautiful fall days ahead and plenty of sunshine and crisp days to enjoy the outdoors. Yet now is also the time to follow our indoor plant instincts and prep for the months ahead.
For the new houseplant owner, starting off can be intimidating. There’s a lot to learn and searching the internet can be overwhelming, with all sorts of strange and sometimes expensive plants with long botanical names touted by people that definitely know what they’re doing. After all, they have hundreds of plants in their homes, so they must be experts… No need to fret or feel inadequate with one or two starter plants. Mastering the houseplant game just takes a little experience and respecting the “big three”: light, water and soil.
Much like an outdoor plant, if an indoor plant doesn’t get the type of light it needs to flourish, it won’t. Unlike outdoor plants, which are usually grown locally, or at least regionally, most houseplants are tropical and come to us via greenhouses in Florida or other warm locales where they have perfect light and temperature with experts to care for them. Landing on our home windowsills might be a little bit of a bummer for them and require some getting used to.
Sometimes a plant that looked fantastic in the greenhouse gets home and starts to look sad fairly quickly. This could be caused by the shock from an extreme change in conditions. Most plants will adjust, given a little time and TLC. But to ensure a newly recuperated plant has what it needs to thrive long term, let’s consider light.
When assessing a home environment for light, first look at the direction the windows face and notice if buildings or trees are blocking light from entering. Check if curtains, blinds and other window treatments or obstructions impact the light. Look at different rooms at several times of the day to determine the level of light houseplants will receive.
Plant care instructions often call for bright, indirect or low light, which can be vague. Bright light comes from a south-facing, unobstructed window. This is the brightest because it lasts all day and can sometimes be too much during the summer. In the fall and winter, it’s excellent for sun-loving houseplants because the sun is lower in the sky and its rays are less intense.
Bright light can also come from an east-facing, unobstructed window in the morning or a west-facing, unobstructed window in the afternoon. This is only partday bright light, as the light changes as the sun moves across the horizon.
Indirect light can result from any of those exposures (south, east, west), but varies with where the plant is situated, either far away from the window toward the middle of the room or with sheer curtains or blinds covering the windows.
Not every houseplant wants bright light all day long; many can live with less light and actually prefer it. Low light is somewhere in the house where the light is barely indirect or lower. North-facing windows or obstructed windows are often low-light spots. But every plant needs some light, so a windowless bathroom is probably not a good choice for a plant unless we want to think about supplemental lighting.
LaManda Joy, University of Illinois Extension master gardener, author and public speaker, believes the world would be a better place with more gardeners in it. Connect at @PetersonGarden (founder) and @CityGrange (owner). Visit CityGrange.com for more information.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Nat’l Bullying Prevention Month THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Water, Water Everywhere: First-Person Flooding, Impact & Action – 6:30-7:30pm. With Elena Grossman, Program Director, BRACE-Illinois and Third Coast Disrupted scientist; N. Masani Landfair, Third Coast Disrupted Artist; Daniella Pereira, Vice President of Community Conservation Openlands; Debra Shore, Commissioner, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum. edu/thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org. ONLINE: A New View of God and Its Effect on Well-Being – 7:30-8:30pm. One person’s journey to health and well-being. With Phillip Hockley, practitioner of Christian Science healing and international speaker. Free. Register: CSMetroChicago.org.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Int’l Day of Non-Violence SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Emotional Freedom Technique: EFT Tapping – 9am-4pm. Effective emotional stress relief to apply for yourself and others. An activity-based workshop where you will be guided to use tapping to address food cravings, money blocks, physical pain and emotions. $150. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Healing Karmic Relationships Webinar: Theosophical Society – 1:40-4pm. With David Birr and Susan Wisehart. In this workshop, experience a group past life regression to gain insight into a current relationship; learn how spiritual tools such as astrology, numerology, past life and life between lives regression can help in understanding karmic relationship dynamics; shift your model of karma from the concept of debt and suffering to learning and forgiveness in relationships; learn specific methods to transform the energy of karmic relationship patterns. $40. 630-668-1571. Theosophical.org.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 The Dish – For the last 12 years, every fall the Alliance has gathered some of central Illinois’ finest chefs and paired their talent with delicious local foods from Illinois farmers, blending them all together for our Annual Harvest Celebration. Modelled after public radio’s The Moth storytelling program, we’ll showcase a series of live and recorded stories to share the real-life accounts of individuals across Illinois’ local food scene. More info: ILStewards.org. ONLINE: Experience the Light & Sound of God: Eck Light & Sound Service – 11am-12pm. Divine Spirit often expresses itself in this world as Light and Sound. A presentation and spiritual exploration of “Spiritual Keys to Solving Problems in Challenging Times.” Hear uplifting stories, readings and creative arts. Experience the sacred sound of HU in a contemplative spiritual exercise. Share experiences/ insights in small group discussion. All welcome. Sponsored by Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. Via Zoom or phone; info provided after RSVP: EckInfo@Eck-Illinois.org. Life Mission Exploration – 2-3:30pm. A creative space for introspection, uncovering and embracing you and your uniqueness. Recognize your life mission cues. Donation. RSVP, Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362 or Meetup.com/spiritual-nourishment-chicagoland.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 Mindful Mom Care – Tuesdays, Oct 6-27. 8:30- 9:15pm. As a mom, a lot of you goes into taking care of everyone else’s needs. Find your inner reset button. Receive simple keys to bring more calm and kindness to you and your family. Increase your energy, resilience and self-care. $47/4 wks, includes a private stress release session. Meetup.com//Spiritual-Nourishment-Chicagoland.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Journal to the Self: Online Workshop – 6-wks, self-paced. Quick, goal-oriented writing techniques for mindfulness, goals, emotional healing and more. A new lesson opens every Thurs. Discussion and learning guided by a trained facilitator. All writing in the privacy of your own laptop or journal. $197. 773-251-1631. TeamSage.studio. Avian Effects: Climate Change and Birds – 6:30- 7:30pm. With Forrest Cortes, Director of Community Engagement, The Nature Conservancy in Illinois; Peggy Macnamara, Artist/Professor/Author, Field Museum and School of the Art Institute of Chicago; Doug Stotz, Senior Conservation Ecologist, Keller Science Action Center, Field Museum. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum.edu/ thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org. AKASHIC CONSULTATION
AKASHIC RECORD READING – Open the record of your soul’s journey to find information to support you in your life right now, heal your past and help you into your future. Heal. Grow. Investigate. Find direction. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.
ASTROLOGY
ASTROLOGY – Understand yourself, your motivations, your feelings. Recognize your talents, strengths, successes. Overcome difficulties and confusion. Astrology can help pull it all together. Relationships. Career. Plan the future. Serious astrology for serious seekers. Private, personal consultations. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.
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IT – The human being is an energy field of the Spirit. The spiritual forces are also healing forces that can be requested. Toll-free: 844-576-0937. Gabriele-Publishing-House.com.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Fall Bulb Festival – Oct 10-11. 10am-4pm. Enjoy family activities and shop for more than 200 varieties of bulbs. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe. ChicagoBotanic.org. ONLINE: Chicago IANDS– 2pm. Support/study/ resource forum for near-death, out-of-body and spiritual experiences, losses. Guest speaker: Edy Nathan, MA, LCSW, CST, well-known grief counselor from NYC, licensed psychotherapist, author of It’s Grief and star of Psychic Kids TV show. Become a subscriber to Chicago IANDS by filling in the form on our website. You will receive an invitation with instructions.$20 Tax-deductible donation requested. Send to Chicago IANDS, PO Box 732, Wilmette, IL, 60091 or use Zelle on your bank site. Formore info: 847-251-5758 orChicagoIANDS.org.
Heart Chakra Virtual Meditation & Sound
Journey–7-9pm. How do we function with calm amid chaotic world energies? By finding our heart center. Clearing our heart chakra opens us to allow all other chakras to flow and heal. Our heart is the true center of our strength. Participants are guided through a Heart Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey.$20/advance, $25/day of.On Zoom. Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Nat’l Coming Out Day
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Chicago Fair Trade Globalfest Fundraiser – 5-8pm. A socially distanced drive-in event. Offers festive food, drinks, music, performance art and a silent auction. All tickets include an open bar with local wine, beer, cocktails and kombucha. Humboldt Park Boathouse, 1301 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago. Register: cft.events/Globalfest2020.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 Indigenous People’s Day
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 Virtual Glass Pumpkin Patch – Oct 14-18. A stunning array of hand-blown glass pumpkins will be available for purchase online, with in-person pick up, beginning Oct 14. Details: MortonArb.org. Free Shiatsu Intro – 10am-12:30pm. Learn the fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
Low Dose Naltrexone Online Lecture and Book
Launch with Mark Drugs — 4pm. Join Mark Drugs pharmacist Craig Batagowski, Pharm.D, editor Linda Elsegood and Dr. Sarah Zielsdorf for online discussion covering Naltrexone and how low doses can be used to reduce the symptoms of autoimmune and chronic diseases. Will include latest research findings as included in The LDN Book volumes 1 and 2. $10; $32 with The LDN Book vol 2; $49 with vols 1 and 2. Register at LDNResearchTrust.org/ldn-book2. Info: call Mark Drugs at 847-419-9898 or visit MarkDrugs.com.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15
Coping with COVID: In Your Journal Zoom
Workshop – 11am-1pm. Join this mini-journal writing online workshop for perspective, and a reminder of all the tools you already have inside you to weather this moment. Explore 4 facilitated writing activities in the privacy of your own journal as you create space for yourself to reflect on your own pandemic experience, and find the strength from within to take hopeful steps towards the future. $39. Zoom log-in info after registration. TeamSage.studio. ONLINE: Practical Self-Care – 6:50-7:50pm. Gathering offers support toward developing a more compassionate and loving relationship with your body, mind and spirit. Self-awareness guided imagery for healing, meditation and/or centering practices, within a container of love, safety and aliveness. Donation. RSVP, Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362 or Meetup.com/spiritual-nourishment-chicagoland.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Jyothowehah –Moon of Return of Little Cold Meet & Greet with Eben Alexander – 6-6:45pm. $40. Must also register for the 23rd Infinity Gala: Revisioning 2020: Powering Up Gala, 7:15-9:15pm. $80 (includes Practitioners’ Summit on Oct 18, 2-4pm). You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org. Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Oct 16-18 & 23-25. 7-10pm, Fri; 9am-4pm, Sat & Sun. Learn how to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. This course is a stand-alone offering, and also is the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. $450 plus books. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
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Infinity Foundation Virtual Gala and Summit – 7:15-9:15pm. The 23rd Infinity Gala, Revisioning 2020: Powering Up will feature live inspirational talks from former Infinity Foundation Spirit Award recipients and a keynote speech from 2020 Spirit Award recipient Eben Alexander on Zoom. The weekend continues with a Practitioners’ Summit on October 18, 2-4pm (included in the Gala ticket). $80. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Navaratri begins (Hinduism) Embodying Sacred Connections – 9am-4pm. Eben Alexander and Karen Newell will help participants cultivate an expansive state of awareness to transcend earthly distractions and from this state, embrace a new perspective to rise above the chaos and realign with higher soul consciousness. Alexander, #1 New York Times bestselling author ofProof of Heaven, guides with wisdom cultivated from his life-changing experience during a 7-day coma. $100, $85/10 days in advance. CEUs available. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. $295. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org. Reiki Level 1 Certification– 9am-6pm. Be introduced to the practice and energy of reiki, its definition, history and principles. Learn all components of a reiki session. Learn all hand positions and receive a certificate upon completion, along with a comprehensive reiki book and a Soul Energy Reiki 1 manual. $150. A live virtual class on Zoom with an in-person future follow-up. Pre-registration required by Oct 16, Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com. Inner Strength in Uncertain Times – 10am12:30pm. By practicing the mediations taught in this workshop, we can gradually develop the mindset and inner strength that can withstand and grow from every type of outer misfortune and emotional struggle. All welcome. No experience necessary. With Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. $20. Live online, and also available to watch or re-watch for 72 hrs afterward. Info & register: 708-763-0132 or MeditateInChicago.org.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Birth of the Bab (Baha’i’)
#RUCKTHEWORKWEEK at Waterfall Glen
Forest Preserve – 7-9:30am. Field trip! The #rucktheworkweek group has been rucking on average about 2-3 miles every Sun while also increasing our weights. Let’s see if we can get a few more miles under our belt. Newcomers welcome. $10. Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, Northgate Rd, Lemont. Register, Get Fit EGV: GetFitEGV.com.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 Birth of Baha’u’llah (Baha’i’)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 The Adoption Process from A to Z: A Virtual Presentation– 1:30-3pm. Adoption of children has transformed from a secretive event into a mutual family-planning process for both placing parents and for adoptive parents. Attorney Sally Wildman describes adoption fundamentals, shares key resources to develop an adoption plan, and highlights new developments in adoption practice. Presented through New Trier Extension Community Education. Register for course #203-755 under “ONE OF A KIND” in the catalogue. $18. Registration requested by Oct 18: bit.ly/3lhCGwv. More info: 847-446-6600 or SWildmanLaw.com.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
Coping with COVID: In Your Journal Zoom
Workshop – 7:30-9:30pm. Join this mini-journal writing online workshop for perspective, and a reminder of all the tools you already have inside you to weather this moment. Explore 4 facilitated writing activities in the privacy of your own journal as you create space for yourself to reflect on your own pandemic experience, and find the strength from within to take hopeful steps towards the future. $39. Zoom log-in info after registration. TeamSage.studio.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 Getting Around Carbon: New looks at Transportation Options – 6:30-7:30pm. With Melody Geraci, Deputy Executive Director, Active Transportation Alliance; Daniel Horton, Lead Researcher, Climate Change Research Group, Northwestern University, and Third Coast Disrupted scientist; Andrew S. Yang, Associate Professor, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and Third Coast Disrupted artist. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum. edu/thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.
Throat Chakra Virtual Meditation & Sound
Journey–7-9pm.Giving form to true expression is not as simple as talking. The energy of our true selves is expressed through the throat chakra; it is the bridge from our inner world to our outer world. Balancing throat chakra energy allows for confident communication and a greater sense of connection to others. Be guided through a Throat Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey. $20/ advance, $25/day of.On Zoom. Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 Virtual Intimacy Retreat for Couples – Oct 23-25. Create magic in your relationship! Live, experiential workshop via Zoom. Led by Diana & Richard Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples. Home-play assignments break up screen time. On Zoom. Add’l dates: 941-349-6804 or IntimacyRetreats.com.
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. ~ Mark Twain SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 United Nations Day
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Trinity Health Freedom Virtual Expo Week
end – Oct 24-25. Health experts, innovative natural products and services, and healthcare legislation. 45 presenters and more than 100 exhibitors, notable speakers include Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, Dr. Todd Frisch, Erin Elizabeth and Robert Scott Bell. $30/day, $50/weekend; The George Noory Reception is $50 additional. Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Dr, Tinley Park. Register: 888-658-3976 or TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com.
Reiki Level 2 Certification – 9am-6pm. Pre-requisite: Reiki 1 Certification. Learn the first 3 reiki symbols, distance reiki, how to become a reiki practitioner and business considerations. Practice using the symbols and receive a certificate upon completion, along with a comprehensive reiki book and a Soul Energy Reiki 2 manual. $225. A live virtual class on Zoom with an in-person future follow-up. Pre-registration required by Oct 23, Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.
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Body Mind Spirit Expo Weekend – Oct 24-25. 10am-7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. A gathering of national and local readers and retailers with 2 rooms for lectures and presentations. All events will follow safety guidelines with limited seating. Masks re quired. $14. Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N Thoreau Dr, Schaumburg. BMSE.net.
Virtual Grown In Chicago Soiree – 4-6pm. This year’s virtual Advocates for Urban Agriculture (AUA Chicago) event will highlight several ways in which we grow, harvest, celebrate and connect through urban agriculture. Event culminates in a round-table discussion about urban agriculture and how it can bring us together during this time of social uprisings and global health crises. More info & to register: Tinyurl.com/y6ne2gay.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
Finding Peace from Anxiety, Stress and Depression
in a Crazy World – 1-4pm. Now more than ever, people are being assaulted by stress leading to anxiety and Depression. Dr. K (Leon Kolodziej) lectures on the most effective natural herbs, supplements and essential oils to relieve stress, anxiety and depression. Will also do a Zen meditation. $10 admission can be used for refreshments and food. Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St, Wood Dale. 773-589-9996. DrKChiroCare.com.NaturesHealingRemedies.com.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 Beginning Astrology Level 2 Online – Mondays, Oct 26-Nov 30. 7:30-9:30pm. 6 wks. Learn transits, progressions, synastry, composite charts, solar arcs and solar returns. Requires basic astrological knowledge and a knowledge of interpretation. $180; $150 by Oct 19. Via Zoom.Registration, Life Force Arts Foundation: 773-327-7224 or AstrologicalDetails.com. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 See NAChicago.com for latest events. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 Mawlid-Al-Nabi begins at sunset (Islam) Virtual Reiki Relaxation Hour – 7-8pm. Shake off the stress of the day in a natural and healthy way with reiki. Relax even deeper with a guided reiki meditation (which you can use at home to bring peace to your daily life). Experience distance reiki along with the meditation. A great opportunity to check out what a reiki distance session would be like. Time afterwards for sharing and Q&A. Free. On Zoom. CalandraAcupuncture.com.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 See NAChicago.com for latest events. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 See NAChicago.com for latest events. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Halloween Samhain (Wiccan)
Online HU Chant: Experience the Sound of
Soul– 11am-12pm. HU, a sacred sound and ancient mantra, has been sung for thousands of years in many lands for spiritual unfoldment, inner peace and healing. Experience chanting HU for 15 mins, followed by a few mins of silent contemplation. Then join in a relaxed spiritual conversation with others of like heart. All welcome. Sponsored by Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. Free. Via Zoom or phone; info provided after RSVP: EckInfo@Eck-Illinois.org.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 ONLINE: Understanding Karma and the Key to Happiness – 10am-12:30pm. Explore the law of karma, Buddha’s wisdom that unlocks the true cause of happiness and freedom from all pain and suffering. Includes guided meditations to practice at home to gradually change your life from negative to positive. All welcome. No experience necessary. With Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. $20. Live online, and also available to watch or re-watch for 72 hrs afterward. Info & register: 708-763-0132 or MeditateInChicago.org.
ONLINE: Cocktails for Canines Gala – 7:30- 9:30pm. With Second City Canine Rescue. Will include great entertainment and fundraising activities as they celebrate the official grand opening of a new adoption center with a virtual tour. Register: Tinyurl.com/CocktailsForCanines.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 ONLINE: Angry No More: From Hurt to Health Through Forgiveness – 2-3pm. Learn how prayer and insight can change lives with Michele Nanouche. Free. Register: CSMetroChicago.org.
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MONTHLY SPECIAL OFFERS
ONLINE: Christian Science Lectures – During COVID-19 all Christian Science lectures have moved online. Everyday you’ll find several events happening live as well pre-recorded presentations you can watch anytime. Cultivate your spiritual practice and get ideas and inspiration to stay calm, safe and healthy. CSMetroChicago.org.
ONLINE: Free Crisis Health Coaching – With the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, Inc and the Institute for Functional Medicine. This amazing community of health coaches is giving back during this extraordinary time of need by offering free health coaching services. More info: bit.ly/FMCHC_Gives_Back.
ONLINE: Moon Membership with Heather
Faun Basl – Join our moon membership and receive your special message. Each package receives 1-2 messages amonth following the full or new moon. Quantity depends on the package you choose. These messages come from mini-readings which use light and playful energy. Members are first to receive promotions and sales. 630-210-8688. Heather@HeatherFaunBasl.com.
HeatherFaunBasl.com. SUNDAY Wicker Park Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 27. 8am-2pm. Wicker Park, 1425 N Damen Ave, Chicago. WickerParkFarmersMarket.com. RADIO & ONLINE: The Mike Nowak Show Radio Program – 9-11am. Live weekly local radio show focused on gardening and the environment, with lots of humor to wake us up. Author and master gardener Mike Nowak and cohost Peggy Malecki feature a variety of guests and weather/ climate scientist Rick DiMaio in a live broadcast on Facebook and You Tube at @The Mike Nowak Show. Also available in podcast on MikeNowak. net, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and podcast apps, and streaming live on MikeNowak.net. Free. MikeNowak.net. Glenwood Sunday Market – Thru Oct 25. 9am2pm. 1233-41 W Pratt Blvd, Rogers Park. GlenwoodSundayMarket.org. ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 10:30am. Also 1:30pm, Tues. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org. Remote Healing with Heather Faun Basl – Schedule a 15-min phone call with Heather to decide your focus area to promote healing and overall well-being. She will meditate and perform remote healing to clear/adjust your energy frequency so the body can heal and keep you healthy. Raising your vibration is the best vaccination. 630-210-8688. Heather@HeatherFaunBasl.com. HeatherFaunBasl.com.
Third Coast Disrupted: Artists + Scientists on
Climate – Thru Oct 30. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Exhibition is the culmination of a yearlong conversation between artists and scientists centered on climate change impacts and solutions in the Chicago region. Capacity of gallery is 10 visitors and masks are required. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum.edu/thirdcoast.
ThirdCoastDisrupted.org. ONLINE: Inspiring Solutions for a Challenging World – 11am-12:15pm. Meditation and modern Buddhism. Overcome negative thinking and emotions, strengthen your mind, and stay inspired in daily life using profound Buddhist psychology and simple, effective meditations you can incorporate in everyday life. No previous experience necessary. With Kadampa Buddhist monk Gen Zamling. Donation. MeditateInChicago.org/sunday.
MONDAY
Sentinel Watch Podcast – 7am. Weekly audio podcasts filled with thought-provoking ideas posted each Mon. Contributors tackle topics relevant to daily life and inspiring prayers for the world. New programs are posted every Mon and available 24/7 throughout the week. Tune in any time. CSMetroChicago.org. ONLINE: Kid’s Light School – 9-9:45am. An event inspired to share the path to enlightenment to young minds. This is a safe space dedicated to fostering spiritual growth. Love offering. More info & to register: HeatherFaunBasl.com. ONLINE: Light School – 10-11:15am. Weekly gathering with Heather Faun Basl on various spiritual topics and subjects. Have tea with Heather and expand your soul. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com. ONLINE: Yoga Basics with Jenny – 11am. Also held 9:30am, Wed & Fri. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500. HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.
TUESDAY
ONLINE: Yoga with Lisa – 10am. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500. HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com. ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 1:30pm. Also 10:30am, Sun. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org. ONLINE: Go Green Highland Park Monthly Meeting – 6:30pm. 1st Tues. Oct 6 virtual meeting. Check website for updates. GoGreenHP.com. Green Drinks Libertyville – 6:30pm. 2nd Tues. Check our Facebook page for updates. Facebook.com/greendrinkslibertyville. ONLINE: Hacking Your Health Meetup – 6:30-8pm. 3rd Tues. With Tiffany Hinton. Let’s get together to expand our knowledge of living a healthy life, using integrative wellness. Features an expert speaker on topics current to our health landscape. We can share recipes, have events at local health restaurants and learn more to raise healthier children. Free. Purple Sprout Cafe and Juice Bar: Meetup.com/Hacking-Your-Health-Meetup. ONLINE: Guided Meditation for Inner Balance & Quieting the Mind – 6:50-8:10pm. 3rd Tue. With Ellen Radha Katz. Donation. Via Zoom. Register: Meetup.com/Inner-Balance-Meditation. ONLINE: Let’s Talk Hemp Health – 7pm. A short presentation by hemp advocates and educators on the basics of CBD oil. Learn the benefits and science of how and why cannabis works in the body. Learn exactly what CBD and other cannabinoids are and what function they play in the body. Different guests each week. Free. On Zoom. Details: 630-309-3409 or HempHealthTalks.com. ONLINE: Clutter Clearing for a New Start – 7-9pm. Course available on Zoom. Discover how to easily and purposely declutter your home until it is filled with what is truly essential to you. CEUs available. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. $95. For more info & registration: InfinityFoundation.org. Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7-9pm. Receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
WEDNESDAY
Ravinia Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 28. 7-8am, priority shopping; 8am-1pm, general public. Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. RaviniaFarmersMarket.com.
ONLINE: Body & Brain Tai Chi Class – 7:30- 8:30am; 10-11am; 6-7pm. Additional classes held daily; see website for times. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching (to improve circulation, strength and flexibility, and relax the mind) and then go into Body & Brain-style tai chi called DahnMuDo. We stream all classes live on Zoom. Info & to register: 847-362-2724, Libertyville@BodyNBrain.com, BodyNBrain.com/libertyville.
ONLINE: Self-Shiatsu for Stress Relief and Emotional Well-Being – 10am. With Steve Rogne. Learn and practice methods for pain relief; emotional stress relief; and connecting with the capacity for self-healing and hope. Includes Q&A about self-shiatsu techniques for any particular problems individuals may be facing. Free. Via Zoom. Register: ZenShiatsuChicago.org.
ONLINE: Mindfulness Adjustments for the Pandemic – 10-10:30am. With Vacation of the Mind. Free mindfulness webinar series for HR Specialists, Leaders and Management. Will discuss best practices for handling employee production, communication issues, lifestyle changes and more. Workplace wellness topics highlighted. VacationOfTheMind.com/webinar.
Green Drinks McHenry County – 5-7pm. 1st Wed. Check website for updates. GreenDrinks.org/ IL/Crystal Lake.
ONLINE: Prayer Meeting – 6-7pm. Informal weekly gatherings with inspirational readings, song, prayer and time to share healings and inspiration. Meetings being held remotely during COVID-19. More than a dozen different online groups hold mid-week online meetings; times vary, but all groups meet on Wed evenings. Free. Log-on info & times: CSMetroChicago.org.
Virtual “Hot” Yoga – Thru Dec 30. 8-9pm. Class hosted and lead by Gloria Nash (with Emerging Essentials) virtually but Get Fit EGV will make their facility available to those interested in experiencing the class “hot” and with other members. There is no limit on the class size virtually but on-site will be restricted in order to maintain social distancing. Link provided on the day of class. $10. Get Fit EGV, 1100 Nerge Rd, Ste 206, Elk Grove Village. 773-849-4990. GetFitEGV.com. ONLINE: Time to Dance: Modern – 1:30pm. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org. ONLINE: Goddess Social – 4-5pm. Dedicated to helping women connect and remember their inner goddess. Attendees are encouraged to sip on their favorite cocktail as they converse and get an oracle message from Basl. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com. ONLINE: Healy Introduction – 6:30pm. Have you heard of frequency medicine? Learn about a new personal device called Healy. A short presentation on what the frequency medicine is and how to purchase one. This is the next level in well-being and balance. RSVP: 630-309-3409. Meeting ID: 630-309-3409. Zoom.US.
FRIDAY
Shiatsu Student Clinic – 11am-1pm. Receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847- 864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Mindfulness & Wellness: Managing Stress, Creating Health, Encouraging Balance – 1:15-2:30pm. With Archana Lal-Tabak, MD, and Jim Lal-Tabak. Learn about mind-body connection and variety of mindfulness exercises. Experience natural stress reduction strategies and tools. Each class is self-contained and a new wellness-educational topic and mindfulness technique presented every week. Series of 4 classes or individual class. Scholarships and work study available. Drop-ins welcome. Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, 1618 Orrington Ave, Ste 206, Evanston. Details: BodyMindMedicine.com. ONLINE:Ancient African Adorations – 7pm. 2nd Fri. Live stream online concert series presented by Tchiya Amet. Tchiya.EventCombo.com.
SATURDAY
Green City Market: Lincoln Park – Thru Oct. 7am-1pm. South end of Lincoln Park, N Clark St & N Lincoln Ave, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org. Palatine Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 7am-1pm. To view the guidelines and procedures established by the Farmers’ Market due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please visit the website. Palatine Train Station Parking Lot, directly east of the Palatine Train Station. Palatine.il.us/663/Farmers-Market. Evanston Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 7. 7:30am1pm. This year’s market has been redesigned to accommodate all of the procedures needed to secure the market during the pandemic. See website for more info. Intersection of University Pl & Oak Ave, just east of East Railroad Ave, Evanston. EvanstonFarmersMarkets.org. Oak Park Farmers’ Market– Thru Oct. 7:30am1pm. Vendor stalls are moved from the usual Pilgrim Church parking lot site on Lake Street to nearby streets to allow room for safe social distancing and preorders offered via an online app as part of a pilot program. Oak-Park.us/our-community/oak-parkfarmers-market. GlenviewFarmers’ Market– Thru Oct 24. 8am12pm. Wagner Farm’s Circle Dr, 1510 Wagner Rd, Glenview. GlenviewFarmersMarket.org. Green City Market: West Loop– Thru Oct. 8am1pm. Bartleme Park,115 S Sangamon St, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org. Advanced Allergy Therapeutic Treatment – 9am1pm. Offering holistic, non-invasive, drug-free treatments to calm the sympathetic nervous system. Taking all precautions to protect from COVID-19. For an appt: 847-392-7901, MWAllergyRelief@ gmail.com or MidwestAllergyRelief.com. ONLINE: Body & Brain Basic Yoga Class – 9:30-10:30am & 2-3pm. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching, followed by core strengthening and breathing postures to accumulate energy. Then be guided in the practice of energy meditation. $20/class. Body & Brain Yoga and Tai Chi, 860 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville. 847-362-2724. BodyNBrain.com/libertyville. Plant Chicago Outdoor Market – Thru Nov 14. 11am-3pm. Corner of 45th St & Marshfield Ave, Chicago. 773-847-5523. PlantChicago.org. ONLINE: Wine and Spirit – 6-7pm. Every other Sat. Join us with a glass of wine as spirits give an upbeat message through Basl channeling loved ones. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com.
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ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE
LANA MOSHKOVICH, LAC, ND, MSOM Nirvana Naturopathics 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield 60015 847-715-9044 NirvanaNaturopathics.com We use acupuncture to help you get immediate relief from acute or chronic pain. Combining Western and Chinese Medicine, we can treat and resolve insomnia, anxiety and women’s health issues, plus chronic conditions. Certified NAET. Preferred MeiZen Provider. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Major insurances accepted. Schedule your initial appointment on Nirvana Naturopathics.com. Get a healthier and alternative approach to your chronic health conditions.
ALLERGIES
CALANDRA CENTER FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS Acupuncture, NAET Allergy Elimination, Reiki, Classes/CEU Located in Chicago’s South Loop & Schaumburg 312-796-3965 CalandraAcupuncture.com CCHW offers: acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, NAET Allergy Elimination, reiki, Access Consciousness Bars and a variety of classes. Classes are available for adults, children andCEU for acupuncturists. We believe that when someone has the tools to help themselves that the possibilities are endless.
MIDWEST ALLERGY RELIEF CENTER 3365 N Arlington Hts Rd, Ste D, Arlington Hts 60004 847-392-7901 MidwestAllergyRelief.com Dr. Amanda Thiry, DC, BSN, uses Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT), a non-invasive alternative technology that’s effective and safe for all ages, to identify and treat specific allergen elements that affect your quality of life. Discover how you can eat foods, be near pets and use products again that you now avoid, and experience a new lease on life. See ad on page 37. BODY-CENTERED PSYCHOTHERAPY
ERICA HORNTHAL, LCPC, BC-DMT Chicago Dance Therapy 847-848-0697 EricaHornthal.com Life is experienced through movement and the body, mind and spirit are connected. The body holds all experiences and talking alone is not enough to release our emotional issues. Erica uses a combination of talk therapy and dance/movement therapy to help clients express what is often too deep for words.
BODYWORK
NATIONAL LYMPHATIC CENTERS Sharon M Vogel, LMT, CLT, BCTMB, MFR 5002a Main St, Downers Grove 3100 Theodore St, Ste 202, Joliet 630-241-4100 • Lymphatics.net Sharon Vogel is referred to by Mayo Clinic practitioners, national surgeons and physicians. She offers 46 years hands-on experience, 29 years as a licensed practitioner, and is Nationally Board Certified, specializing in oncology massage, lymph drainage MLD and myofascial release JFB MFR, all to help assist clients in regaining health. Free consult with RSVP.
ROTH STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION Diane Roth, BCSI Highland Park, 60035 847-533-3213 • RothSI.com Structural Integration (SI) realigns, rebalances and re-educates the body through manual therapy and movement education. Chronic pain, bad posture, tired and achy bodies are signs that the body is out of balance. SI benefits include decreased pain, injury rehabilitation, improved posture, ease in movement, and increased flexibility and stamina. ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO 825 Chicago Ave, Evanston 60202 847-864-1130 ZenShiatsuChicago.org You’ll feel the stress melt away like the snow in spring through our relaxation-focused shiatsu massage practice, which offers the same energizing benefits as acupuncture combined with the restorative power of yoga poses. Dress in cozy threads, shiatsu is performed on fully clothed clients. Professional and student therapists available.
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CBD / HEMP OIL
NATURAL REMEDEE HEALTH SOLUTIONS Dee Bayro, CHHC NaturalRemedee.com LetsTalkHempOil.com The research is overwhelming on the benefits of using phytocannabinoids from hemp. As a certified holistic health advisor, let me help answer your questions and see if hemp oil extract is right for you. Over thousands of studies support the therapeu tic benefits of phytocannabinoid diols for over 250 health conditions. I offer the world’s best, one-of-akind hemp extract that has the power of intravenous therapy within a convenient oral, liposomal delivery system. Visit our website or attend a local presen tation to learn more about this new science. Get involved with thisrevolutionin health. We are looking for professionals and influencers to work with con tact me for more info. See ad on page 31.
COACHING & COUNSELING
SUSAN CURRY InteriorWerx 312-479-7893 Info@InteriorWerx.us InteriorWerx.us Feeling anxious or scared? Are you seeking solutions to regain emotional balance and clarity? Susan Curry of InteriorWerx can assist, using her intuitive energy coaching skills. 15-min complimentary phone consult available using promo MYFIRSTSESSION.
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ONE MIND AND BODY CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Carol G. Sherby, BS, LMT, BCST 22W550 Poss St, Glen Ellyn Also located in Tucson, AZ 630-205-1075 OneMindAndBody.com Carol Sherby uses gentle CranioSacral Therapy to help treat pain and dysfunction associated with a wide range of medical issues, including concussions, migraines, neck and back pain, torticollis, autism, chronic fatigue and more. She takes a holistic approach to healing, and how constrictions to nerve fibers can arise in response to physical injury, stress or emotional trauma. Through CST technique, massage and reflexology, balance can be achieved, promoting wellness in mind, body and spirit.
DANCE FOR HEALTH
TIME TO DANCE WITH CBG INSTITUTE FOR DANCE & HEALTH North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park 60035 DanceForJoy16@gmail.com CBG-Institute.org Discover the healing art of dance through ballet, modern and tap for adults 50+. Dance is proven to have both physical and psychological benefits. Taught by dancer teachers Lisa Gold, Lynne Chervony Belsky, MD, and Lorraine Chase. See ad on page 37.
DECLUTTERING/ ORGANIZING
MEGAN SPILLMAN 708-275-0110 Megan@PeaceAndTidy.com • PeaceAndTidy.com Clutter adds stress and drains time and energy. Megan supports individuals, families and business owners in decluttering spaces. She is trained in the KonMari Method™ which focuses on joy and gratitude. Contact Megan to schedule a complimentary 30-minute call to learn more about creating a plan to confront clutter.
DIGESTIVE HEALTH SPECIALIST
RENEÉ S. BARASCH, LDHS 316 Peterson Rd, Libertyville 60048 847-207-2034 DigestiveHealthSolutions.com Digestive problems? Acid Reflux/ GERD, IBS, Crohn’s, colitis? Let us help you naturally achieve nutritional balance, feel better and enhance the quality of your life. Improve digestion while reducing discomfort and bloating so you can eat the foods you love again. Certified digestive health specialist/enzyme therapist. See ads on pages 7 and 47. FLOTSTONE 57 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff 60044 847-482-1700 Flotstone.com Floatation therapy is quickly being recognized as a very safe and effective way to shift into the parasympathetic state of total relaxation. Floating cradles you in its graceful healing waters optimizing your body’s ability to do what it does best, heal! Float effortlessly in over 1,250 lbs of Epsom salt.
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
HEAL N CURE MEDICAL WELLNESS Meena Malhotra, MD, ABIM, ABOM 1122 Willow Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-686-4444 • HealNCure.com Specializing in medical wellness, weight loss, hormone balancing, diabetes, fibromyalgia, and anti-aging using integrative and functional medicine. We find and resolve the root cause of medical conditions and achieve outstanding, lasting results for our patients, many of which had almost given up on wellness goals. Free educational seminars. PPO insurance and Medicare accepted for covered services.
GYMS, FITNESS & ONLINE WORKOUTS
GET FIT EGV Rowena Dziubla, Owner 773-819-7459 • CoachRo@GetFitEGV.com Facebook | Instagram RX your workout at GET FIT EGV located at 1100 Nerge Rd, Ste 206 in Elk Grove Village. Group classes available 7 days a week: barbell/Olympic training, HIIT, bootcamp and more. We also offer ONLINE virtual coaching options for home workouts; see website for more info.
HEALTH & WELLNESS COACHING
INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS STUDIO Heidi Smith, CINHC, CCWS, CMP 312-259-7585 HeidiSmith@IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net Personalized health coaching programs to help you reach sustainable health for life through better nutrition and lifestyle changes. Areas of specialty include Celiac disease, autoimmune disorders, women’s health and weight management. Understanding. Encouragement. Support. Accountability. DR. ALLA AVER, DDS 2400 Ravine Way, Suite 400, Glenview 60025 847-998-5100 GlenviewSmiles.com Our office uses whole-body, preventive dental care. We utilize non-fluoridated ozonated water, herbal periodontal treatments, and gluten-free herbal paste. We offer: safe amalgam removal; BPA-free fillings and sealants; non-metal crowns; sleep apnea and TMJ appliances; ozone therapy; microscopic plaque analysis; material reactivity testing kits; and non-acrylic night guards, partials. See ad on page 23.
ANDIE PEARSON, DMD Essentially Pure Cosmetic & Family Dentistry 1535 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 108, Northbrook 847-983-3185 EssentiallyPureDental.com Holistic dentistry involves an awareness of care that relates to the entire person. We are a full-service practice using the most biocompatible dental options and laser dentistry (no numbing in most cases). Our services range from non-surgical gum care to mercury- and PBA-free restorations, crowns, bridges, partial and full dentures, children’s dentistry, braces, dental homeopathy and CranioSacral Therapy. See ad on page 15.
K. BOEHM, DDS, & ASSOCIATES 1585 N Barrington Rd, Ste 106, Hoffman Estates 60069 847-884-1220 1440 Maple Ave, Ste 2A Lisle 60532 630-810-1280 • KBoehmDDS.com Offering state-of-the-art holistic dental care in a relaxed environment, Dr. Boehm and his staff are ready to meet all your dental needs in either of his two locations. Bio-compatible materials and an extensive knowledge of the correlation between oral and overall health are his specialties.Services include safe mercury removal, electrodermal screening for materials compatibility and tooth viability, crowns, bridges, dentures, zirconia implants, homeopathy, cranial osteopathy, orthodontics, ozone therapy, CT/3D imaging, and laser treatment for both gum disease and decay.
WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL Dr. Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, PC 3256 N Ashland, Chicago 60657 773-975-6666 WrigleyvilleDental.com In addition to state-of-the-art technology and methods offered by most holistic dentists (microscopes, ozone therapy, etc.), we treat you as a partner. We thoroughly explain your unique situation, provide treatment options and keep you comfortable with Netflix, music and paraffin wax treatments. Located off the Brown line. Freegarage parking.
BIO-ENERGY CENTER Kankakee Natural Foods BioEnergy Center 815-933-6236 KankakeeNaturalFoods.com Our BioEnergy Center brings together state-ofthe-art machines in one location for an integrative wellness experience. Our approach to healing meets each client’s unique needs through personalized testing and therapies. Come as you are, no appointment needed. Kankakee Natural Foods Wellness under One Roof.
EPIGENETIC SIGNATURE MAPPING Wellness Empowered 2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-963-6094 YourWellnessEmpowered.com Every hair on our head contains valuable genetic information coded in DNA biomarkers. The Cell Well-Being hair profiler assesses for nutritional deficiencies, immune health and environmental toxins. Becoming aware of healthier lifestyle choices is crucial to repair damaged DNA. The scan includes a 1-hr consultation with a holistic practitioner to review your results and assist you on your wellness journey.
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WHOLE LIFE SPINE & SOFT TISSUE Christopher Codina, DC 33 W Higgins Rd, Ste 735 South Barrington 60010 WholeLifeChiroHE.com Constantly foam rolling or taking meds to get through the day, just for it to come back? Learn how something that is easily treated and com monly found in the body may be the reason for your pain. Schedule your free consultation today to learn more. Conveniently located and insurance accepted.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
thriveMD – OPTIMAL HEALTH Dr. Greg Seaman 1355 Remington Rd, Ste I, Schaumburg IL 60173 312-600-5070 Info@thriveMD.org Using IV therapies, PRP, weight managementandother naturalprograms, we help conditions like fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, pain, injury, weight gain, decreased performance, tickborn disease and more. After an initial consultation, we design your custom program to obtain true optimal health, which includes living a healthy lifestyle and being committed to yourself. See ads
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ELLEN KATZ, MS, LMFT Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 EllenKatz.net Ellen’s 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist integrates a conscious approach to healing old pat terns through a mix of trauma and mindfulness-based psychotherapies, HMR, Lifeline, The Work (Byron Katie), energy medicine and somatic awareness. Join Meetup.com “Inner Balance Meditation” for updates on her events, and visit her at EllenKatz.net.
UPSIDE COUNSELING P.C. Craig Mead, LCSW, LCPC Chicago clinical office closed for in-person Telehealth office hours by appt 312-918-2885 UpsideCounselingPC.com Teletherapy is the right solution to get the counseling help you need right now. Chronic stress and anxiety can easily develop into depression, mak ing difficult life circumstances even harder to manage. Craig Mead can help you learn and integrate alterna tive holistic wellness practices to help relieve stress, anxiety and depression. See ad on page 25.
INTUITIVE CONSULTATION
HEATHER FAUN BASL Office locations: Chicago, Glenview, Naperville, Aurora 630-210-8688 Heather@HeatherFaunBasl.com HeatherFaunBasl.com Heather is an intuitive medium, healer and mentor. She holds workshops, retreats, certifications and shares fun social events monthly. Her skills give her a strong connection which helps others learn to raise their own frequency. She helps you evolve. Get a reading or check out her programs on her website.
MICHELE HEATHER 847-509-8289 MicheleHeather1@yahoo.com Get clarity, direction and empowerment as we release old patterns and blockages that keep you feeling stuck in life. Using Soul Memory Discovery, Michele helps you work with your angels and guides to practice new inner processes and expand into your highest good and true self. Michele is also intuitive and a Reiki Master Teacher. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE IN METRO CHICAGO CSMetroChicago.org Resources for your spiritual journey … events, weekly online podcasts, community worship services, Christian Science Reading Rooms. Explore our website and connect with us at more than 24 locations around Chicago. See
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THE EDGAR CAYCE HOLISTIC CENTER AND BOOKSTORE At Unity Northwest Church 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines 60016 847-299-6535 • AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com Full-service bookstore, Cayce remedies, spiritual growth study groups, monthly programs, workshops and holistic fairs, intuitive skills development training, knowledgeable seekers, intuitives, healers and more. Call for hours. See
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INFINITY FOUNDATION 1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org All courses now on Zoom, many are recorded to watch later. Virtual Gala, Oct 16 featuring 10 bestselling authors that includes a Practitioners’ Summit on Oct 18. Great raffle tickets available. CEUs available. Call for free course guide. See ad on
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TEAM SAGE: STUDIO FOR JOURNAL WRITING Laura Stukel 773-251-1631 Laura.TeamSage@gmail.com TeamSage.studio Reflective journal writing is a mindful way to direct your own growth, to tap the wisdom within. Thoughtfully designed online workshops give you space to explore new techniques for deeper insights, greater personal growth, more variety and less effort. Resources you can try in 20 mins or explore over 6 wks. See ad on page 23.
Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER CHICAGO 13 Harrison St, Oak Park 60304 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago 60622 708-763-0132 • MeditateInChicago.org Meditation and modern Buddhism. Everyone welcome. We offer an array of drop-in classes, weekend events, and retreats open to everyone and suitable for all levels of experience. A nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, we’re dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha’s teachings with Chicagoland through meditation and mindfulness practices. NATURE CLASSES THE RESILIENCY INSTITUTE Located at McDonald Farm 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville 60565 630-447-9910 • TheResiliencyInstitute.net We offer intro and advanced events and courses in: permaculture, herbalism, edible wild plants, natural landscapes, forest/nature therapy, wellness and more. Register online for our courses and certificate programs. Check our website for a schedule of events, classes, seed swaps, community celebrations, food security projects and more. DR. ALLA ARUTCHEVA, MD, PHD, ND Associate Professor, Rush University Med. School Antalee Wellness 1836 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl, Glenview 60025 847-486-1130 • AntaleeHolistic.com Have gut problems? Suspect leaky gut? Do not give up! We have a solution for you! Our key strategies are “DetermineRemoveRepairRestore” that address the gut health and integrity of the intestinal wall. Special individual program will be created and help your gut be happy again. Learn more about leaky gut and our
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thriveIV Located inside CryoEffect Spas and Freeze Fix: 1967 N Halsted, Chicago 312-741-1789 211 W Lake St, Chicago 312-741-1787 714 N Lasalle St, Chicago 312-756-8186 24B Chicago Ave, Hinsdale 630-632-3214 Cryo-Effect.com thriveIV is managed by thriveMD 1355 Remington Rd, Schaumburg 312-600-5070 • thriveMD.com thriveIV offers a way to deliver vital fluids, vitamins, electrolytes and nutrients directly into the bloodstream which can restore hydration, support the immune system and aid in faster recovery. Offerings include nutritional, immune support, weight loss, vitality and stress relief. thriveIV services now offered at various CryoEffect locations and Freeze Fix in Hinsdale. See ad on page 31.
THE DIABETES CHALLENGE ISSUE
HEALING WAVES SOUND THERAPY 1733 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago 60647 773-485-2935 Info@HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com Alternative emotional therapy using applied specific sound frequencies to release you from the weight of unwanted emotional burdens. Common emotions worked with are anxiety, fear, anger, depression, grief, worry, suicidal thoughts, stress and much more. In-person and remote sessions are available.
LIGHT BEING WELLNESS CENTER Arit Neter S Mery Maati (Aka Tchiya Amet) 8008 S Ellis Ave, Ste 2, Chicago 60619 773-571-1591 LightBeingWellness@gmail.com LightBeingWellness.com Light Being Wellness Center is the home of KemeTones Cosmic Sound Healing, HeruScopes 13 Month Kemetic Sidereal Astrology, TeaChiya Medicinal Salves and Wellness Products, and Ancient African Adorations (Devotional World Music of Ancient Kemet).
SOUL ENERGY Mary Ellen Azzi 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago 60641 773-609-3466 SoulEnergyWeb.com Life is full of challenges but we can learn to flow with the continual changes. Receive a combination of vibrational sound therapy, meditation, reiki and other energy modalities to release the charged energies of these times. Offering private sessions, group sound journeys, and reiki classes by creating a virtual space that is kind, caring, supportive and safe.
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THERMOGRAPHY AND THERMOMETRY SCANNING
WELLNESS EMPOWERED 2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-963-6094 YourWellnessEmpowered.com Whole Body Thermometry (WBT) is a gentle, painless testing method utilizing a radiation-free, infrared-scanning device which assesses and identifies which organs are struggling to regulate. Knowing which organ systems are stressed, enables us to take preventive actions to restore and maintain balanced organ function. This remarkable adjunct diagnostic device, enables us to see the contributing factors that often manifest long before symptoms of chronic illness appear. See ad on page 13.
