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FRIDAY, APRIL 1 Two-Year Anniversary Sale and Party – 10am8pm. Boline Apothecary took the “Fool’s Leap” two years ago, and opened as a brick-and-mortar shop on April Fool’s Day. We are so blessed to have such wonderful customers, staff, neighbors and friends, that we are throwing a fun party all day. We will offer sales, discounts, freebies and raffles. After the shop closes, we will have fun into the night. If the weather permits, we will have a fire outside with storytelling and music. If not, we will have festivities inside. Bring a chair, musical instrument, or something else to share. Free. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 2 Buddhist Meditation and Qigong – 9am-5pm. (Series: 4/3) One of the foundational practices for meditation is Qigong (or Chi Kung). Qigong is an ancient Chinese art of working with the breath, often combined with physical movements, to improve health, mental focus, and meditative skill. This class is led by George Kosho Finch. $60. The Reiki Center, 1540 W. 5th Ave., Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net. Meditation for Beginners – 10-11am. Learn to manage peace instead of stress. This beginner-level class is about how to overcome anxiety, manage pain and bring inner calm and clarity. We will explore several techniques and meditation styles for all types of people, including those who have never meditated before. Led by Certified Meditation Instructor and Reiki Master Teacher Sheri Mollica-Rathburn. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W. Case St., Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3 Food IS Medicine – 4-6pm. Learn why diet and lifestyle need to be a first treatment in our healthcare system, and why most medical practitioners never mention this. Hear about the Power of Plants to prevent, treat, and often reverse chronic disease. Includes light refreshments. RSVP requested, as seating is limited. Free. Portia’s Café, 4428 Indianola Ave., Columbus. 802-342-3946. PositivelyPlants.com.
TUESDAY, APRIL 5 Essential Oils 101 – 6-8pm. What is an essential oil? How are essential oils extracted? Are they regulated? Essential Oils can be used in all aspects of life, from helping us maintain good health to cleaning our home, as personal hygiene care and in the kitchen. Learn how a few basic essential oils and essential oil blends can eliminate the need for chemicals and be a natural alternative in your life. Taught by Melody Lynn Jenkins, M. Msc. $10. The Reiki Center, 1540 W. 5th Ave., Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 7 Fair Trade Tea Salon – 6:30-8:30pm. Discover delicious teas and tisanes, plus what the difference is between the two! Learn about bagged versus loose tea, infusions versus decoctions, fair trade teas and spices, and more. Attendees will sample at least three teas and/or tisanes, learning about each while indulging in tea culture and lively conversation. Attendees will also get a 10 percent coupon for teas and tisanes at Boline Apothecary and at Global Gallery. Pre-registration required. $15. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Natural Ways to Decrease Depression and Anxiety – 10am-12:30pm. Discover natural ways to help lessen depression and anxiety, conditions commonly experienced by many individuals. Join Tabby Sapene, MSW, LISW-S to learn how to decrease these symptoms. $20. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr., Ste. 102E, Dublin. 614-2735698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.
SUNDAY, APRIL 10 OM Outreach – 12-5pm. In recognition of Sexual Assualt Awareness Month, Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center and The Breathe Network have teamed up to teach holistic practitioners to be trauma-informed, plus offer peace, restoration, loving kindness, awareness and support. All proceeds benefit The Breathe Network non-profit organization. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W. Case St., Powell. 614787-0583. Om2Ohm.com. Herbs for Anxiety Workshop – 3-3:45pm. When it comes to anxiety and depression, suggestions to take this, that, or the other herb can be overwhelming. Join Dr. Jeff Brown for a presentation regarding recent herbal medicine research in the realm of anxiety. Walk away with evidence-based knowledge about which herbs work and which do not, according to scientific esearch and not the store clerk in the supplement aisle. Free. Renew Wellness, 287 W. Johnstown Rd., Columbus. 614305-5102. Info@Renew-Wellness-Center.com. Renew-Wellness-Center.com.
TUESDAY, APRIL 12 Columbus GreenSpotLight Celebration – 7:3010:30am. Join Columbus GreenSpot, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and the OSU Environmental
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Professionals Network in a celebration of our community’s GreenSpot achievements. Sponsored by AEP Ohio, Columbia Gas of Ohio, White Castle, and SWACO. $10. Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Dr., Columbus. 614-645-6703. Facebook.com/ColumbusGreenSpot. Creative Class: Adult Coloring and Mandala Making – 6-8pm. Adult Coloring is fast becoming a recognized & studied meditation technique. Spend an evening coloring a beautiful picture that can later be used as a mandala. Join us for an evening of fun and creativity. Items have more meaning when made with our own hands and energy. These creations may also bring inspiration for ideas to make personal gifts for birthdays, anniversaries and holidays. Taught by Melody Lynn Jenkins, M. Msc. $20. The Reiki Center, 1540 W. 5th Ave., Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.
FRIDAY, APRIL 15 Essential Oils and Lava Bracelet Diffuser Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Join Ali Deck, Silver Wellness Advocate at doTERRA International, for information on how Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (CPTG) essential oils can improve the way families manage their health. We will first discuss the oils, then make a lava diffuser bracelet. The bracelets are therapeutic as they diffuse oils for up to three days. $20. Renew Wellness, 287 W. Johnstown Rd., Columbus. 614-305-5102. Info@Renew-Wellness-Center.com. Renew-Wellness-Center.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16 Workshop Series, Part 1: Introduction to Crystals and Stones – Identifying and Working With Ancient Energy Forms – 10am-12:30pm. Learn about the origin of crystals and their metaphysical healing properties, plus how to clear the energy of crystals. Includes free crystal and sample of crystal gem elixirs. $30. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr., Ste. 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com. Goddess Energy Group Channeling – 2-3:15pm. Join Jacki Keys as she channels divine goddess energy and delivers messages from the enlightened goddesses who wish to come through. $35. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W. Case St., Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17 Introduction to Mental Alchemy: Part 1 – 1-4pm. Identify, release and heal past patterns, as well as beliefs from family and society that no longer serve you. Learn basic information about energy and how to benefit from it. Includes a free
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