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BVI School of Ayurveda Accepting Applications: Ayurvedic Consultant Certificate Program. Webinar and On-Site Courses, one weekend a month. State Licensed. NAMA Member. The Sambodh Society, Inc. 6363 N. 24th St., Kalamazoo. Info and Catalog: AyurvedaMichigan.org or 269-381-4946. Complementary Consultation – A consultation is a conversation, not an examination and certainly not a high-pressure sales pitch. After all, we aren’t the right office for everyone, so doesn’t it make sense to discover that before you begin a relationship with our practice? Brain and Body Chiropractic, 833 E 16th St, Ste 175, Holland. Info & Appointments: 616-202-6368. New Client Gift – New Consultation Clients get a Free welcome gift. Schedule a consultation with Dr. LeAnn Fritz, ND and you’re entitled to this welcome bag of products to get you started, absolutely FREE! Mention this ad to receive your gift. New Hope Health, 4317 W U Ave, Schoolcraft. Info: 269-204-6525. Antioxidants and Cancer – Stop in to talk about Cancer prevention with antioxidant use and much more. Vital Nutrition,169 Marcell Dr NE, Rockford. Info: Call 616-433-9333, tonya@tonyaholcolm.com Total Control Classes – Total Control is a unique, medically based pelvic health program for women of all ages and fitness levels. The class focuses on core and pelvic floor strength and awareness and includes education on pelvic and bladder health. New classes begin in early August: 6 p.m. Mondays, Aug. 7-Sept. 18; 1 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 9-Sept. 20; 10 a.m. Thursdays, Aug. 10-Sept. 21. Another session will start in October. Mercy Health Lakes Village, 6401 Prairie St., Norton Shores. Info: Call 231-727-7944 to register or for more information.
TUESDAY AUGUST 8
Nourishing the Lakeshore – 7pm. Meetings the second Tuesday of each month. Open to the Public! Formed to provide education on the health enriching benefits of traditional diets, to increase access to clean, nutrient dense foods, and to teach traditional preparation and storage methods. Nourishing the Lakeshore of West Michigan is a chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation serving Ottawa, Muskegon, and Oceana counties. The main purpose is to act as a resource for local, clean, nutrient dense food. We also provide informational meetings on health related topics, often those which are politically incorrect. Nourishing the Lakeshore respects that everyone is at a different point on the path to better eating. Our goal is to educate and enrich the wellness of our community. Location: The Century Club on Western Ave, Muskegon.Info:Meetup.com/Nourishing-theLakeshore-of-West-Michigan-Weston-A-Price
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THURSDAY AUGUST 10
Reiki Share – 6-8pm. Come check out what Reiki is all about, and have a mini session done. Open to those that know Reiki and those that don’t. Donations welcome. The Remedy House, 5150 Northland Dr, Grand Rapids. Info: Contact to register 616-443-4225. Building A Better YOU: Natural Solutions To Autoimmunity – 6:30-8pm. Please join Dr. Steven Osterhout DC, CCN for the Building A Better You: Summer Health Solutions Series. At this presentation, Dr. Osterhout will offer insight on natural solutions to autoimmunity. Learn about natural solutions to blood sugar issues, skin issues, mood issues, lack of energy and much more! Free. Vitality Healthcare. Event Location: Portage District Library, 300 Library Ln, Portage. Info: Katelyn Bekken, KBekken@VitalityHC.net, 269-323-4473. The Calcium Myth: Essential Elements for Bone Health – 6:30pm. Is calcium the only answer for bone health? Dr. Cobb doesn’t believe it is the best answer for maintaining bone health. Learn what other overlooked elements play a role in bone strength. Free. Harvest Health Foods, 4150 32nd Ave, Hudsonville. Info: SilviaAtsma@HarvestHealthFoods.com, 616-299-6868. RSVP to https:// calciummyth.eventbrite.com
SATURDAY AUGUST 12
Wholistic Health & Mastering Subtle Energies Meet-up Group – 9am-12pm. Pam Kammermeier will be leading great discussions on: Emotional Intelligence, Conscious Nutrition, law of attraction, and two topics to be announced nearer the date. The Remedy House, 5150 Northland Dr NE, Grand Rapids. Info: Sign up through Meet-Up. Japanese Garden Tour at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park – 9:30-10:30am & 10:3011:30am. This 1-hour outdoor tour will explore the 8-acre Richard & Helen DeVos Japanese Garden. Learn about the traditional elements and structures used in a Japanese garden and discover the thoughtprovoking contemporary sculptures that make this Japanese Garden so unique. Free. Space is limited. Sponsored by Grand Rapids Public Library. Location of event: 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids. Info: Tickets will be available near the admission desk. Please see GRPL staff member 1/2 hour before each tour. You must present your GRPL library card to receive tickets. Info:Commreq@grpl. org, 616-988-5400. Rest, Relax and Restore with Vicki – 3-4:30pm. In this restorative class you will be guided through holding supported poses to release muscles and relax your body and mind. Energy practices will be given throughout the class. Come let go of tension, rejuvenate and leave with restored energy! $18.00
Early Enrollment or $20.00 at the door. Blue Horizons Wellness, 1991 Lakeshore Drive Suite A, Muskegon. Info: info@BlueHorizonsWellness. com, 231-755-7771.
SUNDAY AUGUST 13
Eckankar – 10-11am. “Service to All Life,” is the theme for the ECK Light and Sound Service, the second Sunday each month. Free. Dominican Center at Marywood, Room 4, 2025 E Fulton, Grand Rapids. Info: ECK-MI.org, 756debokeefe@gmail. com, 269-370-7170.
MONDAY AUGUST 14
Inspire – Sumer series. 6pm. Monday nights in August. August 14 Bipolar and Depression; August 21 Schizophrenia; August 28 Panic and Anxiety Disorders. Extended Grace at the Momentum Center, 714 Columbus, Grand Haven. Info: 616-502-2078, Barbara Lee Barbara@ExtendedGrace.org
TUESDAY AUGUST 15
Mindful Movement – 6-8pm. Panel Discussion with Cari Draft, Sandy Parker, Laura Shue Terveen, Linda Squires, Chrystal Frazee. Discuss movement, health, and pain relief with 5 leading regional experts. Each attendee will receive discount coupons to special events, classes, and be entered in a drawing for gifts from the speakers. An Inspired Life event at On The Path Yoga, 701 E Savidge St Suite #3, Spring Lake. Info: 616-935-7028, OnThePathYoga.com.
THURSDAY AUGUST 17
Wisdom Circle with the Mahavidyas – 7-8:30pm. The Tantric Wisdom Goddesses--known as the Mahavidyas--will be the subject of a 10 month women’s circle with meetings on the third Thursday January-October of 2017. Each Goddess will be explored as she relates to the stages of a woman’s life. Pre-registration by 1/15 for the series, which will include a book. $15 drop in/$100 for 10 month series. On The Path Yoga, 701 E. Savidge #3, Spring Lake. Info: at OnThePathYoga.com or sandy@ OnThePathYoga.com, 616-935-7028. Essential Oil Workshop – 6-8pm. Learn and understand the basics of essential oils and how to use them and learn how to make your own blend and how to make a foot scrub with oils. Workshop fee $25. The Remedy House, 5150 Northland Dr, Grand Rapids. Info: to register 616-443-4225.
SATURDAY AUGUST 19
Reiki I & II class – 9am-5pm. Introduction to Reiki, become attuned to the universal energy, learn how to give treatment to self and others and meet your Reiki guide. Class fee is $250. The fee includes a
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