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TUESDAY, AUGUST 1 Eastover Macrobiotic Summer Conference – Aug 1-5. Over 50 presentations on macrobiotic cooking, over 25 leading macrobiotic teachers, counselors and chefs. Classes on macrobiotic philosophy, energy healing, visual diagnosis, Nine Star Ki, environmental studies, shiatsu, yoga and meditation. Culminates with a gala fundraising dinner for macrobiotic education. Eastover Estate & Retreat Center, 430 East St, Lenox. 866-2645139. Details: Eastover.com. Kids’ Summer Yoga Programs – Aug 1-3. 1:30pm. For kids ages 5+, with Laura Grundstrom. $75/3-day camp, $30/class drop-in. Revolution Community Yoga, 537 Massachusetts Ave, Acton. 978-274-5596. YogaActon.com.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2 Neurofeedback: Brain Training at its Best – 6-7:30pm. Learn how neurofeedback works, what improving your brain can do for you, and what the research says. Dr. Ross is a licensed psychologist and is an EEG Certified Senior Fellow of the Biofeedback Certification International Association. Free. Sharon Public Library, 11 N Main St, Sharon. 781-444-9115. AdvancedNeurotherapy.com. Free Orientation: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program – 6:30-8:30pm. Cindy Gittleman, Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, leads a free orientation session about the MBSR program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Registration suggested. Skin to Soul, 800 W Cummings Park, Ste 3950, Woburn. 978-657-7730. Register & more info: SunriseMindfulness.com.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3
markyourcalendar “Embrace Your Grace” Women’s Kundalini Yoga Retreat In scenic Rockport, Massachusetts. Learn to enjoy each moment as it with grace and brighten your inner soul.
Thurs., Aug 3. - Sun., Aug 6 $450 includes all meals, yoga and meditation. Windhover Performing Arts Center, 257 Granite St, Rockport. 508-990-6795. Nancy_ RealLifeYoga@comcast.net. RealLifeYoga.com.
African Dance Workshop – 7:15-8:30pm. African dance with live drummers. All levels welcome. $18-$20. Third Life Studio, 33 Union Sq, Somerville. For more info & to register, Alice: 617-620-7654. AliceHellerDance.com.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 4 Dancin’ in the Park – 6-9pm. A warm summer evening, a live DJ, and catchy tunes make dancing irresistible. Bring comfy shoes for a fun night at Christopher Columbus Park. Free. Christopher Columbus Park, Boston. foccp.org.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 Free Intro to Reiki – 10am-12pm. An overview of reiki, an ancient hands-on healing method for reducing stress, relieving pain and facilitating healing and personal growth. Free. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Massachusetts Ave, Ste 304,
Arlington. Pre-registration required: 781-6489334 or ArlingtonReiki.com.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9 Sat Nam Fest East – Aug 9-13. Chant, dance, meditate, elevate and celebrate. An opportunity to immerse yourself in the joy, challenge and rejuvenation of kundalini yoga, sacred chant, healing, creativity and a discovery and return to yourself. Eastover Estate & Retreat Center, 430 East St, Lenox. 866-264-5139. Details: Eastover.com.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 11 Boston GreenFest – Aug 11-13. Featuring 3 stages with live performances, local food emporium, wine and beer garden, ecoforums with experts discussing sustainability, films, activities for kids and more. Free. Boston City Hall Plaza & Faneuil Hall, Boston. More info: BostonGreenFest.org.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 Wanderlust 108 – 7:30am-3:30pm. A triathlon of 3 intentional activities: a 5K run, an outdoor yoga flow class and a guided meditation. Following the triathlon, you can take one scheduled activity, such as acroyoga, AIReal Yoga, hooping or walking meditation. Also featuring music, local vendors offering organic food and crafts and more. $20-$55. DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston. Wanderlust. com/108-events/boston. First Free Acupuncture Relaxation – 9am1pm. Relax, find relief and rest with community acupuncture in a quiet environment, group setting with affordable prices. For further treatment; taking insurance, if covered. Over 18 yrs experienced practitioner. Free. Joy Community Acupuncture, 335 Boylston St, Ste J3, Newton. 617-510-0559. JoyCommunityAcupuncture.com.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 15 Just Breathe: Somato-Respiratory Integration Workshop – 7:30-8:30pm. Learn breathing exercises to help release tension and calm your mind. Somato-Respiratory Integration (SRI) helps enhance your chiropractic care as well as free up energy in your body. $20. Newton Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, 383 Elliot St, Ste 250, Newton. RSVP: 617-964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17 NDE: Near Death Experiences: Benefit Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Have you had an NDE? Has your perception of life and death changed in any way? Come tonight and share your experience with others. Donation. The Tam Center for Healing, 15 Cottage Ave, 5th Fl, Quincy. 781-340-2146. Hypnosis.ws.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 20 Reiki Level 1 Training & Certification – 9am7pm. Learn reiki meditations, how to practice hands-on healing of self and others, the reiki principles, reiki history, and how reiki promotes mindfulness and wellness on all levels of your being. Comprehensive course manual. CEUs for
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