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ummer Nature Center Discover Camps are for kids from 10 to 14 years old at Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve. All camps are from 1 to 4 p.m., and there are camps available for younger kids. Four, half-day outdoor Discover Workshops each focus on a different theme. Week one is June 6 and is Eco-Citizens, where campers learn about edible plants and make jam from mustang grapes growing on the preserve. Week two is the writers’ workshop, where campers do journaling and experience the world of nature writing out on 70 acres of trails. Week three, June 20 and 21, is Great Nature Games, where campers are taken through scenario-based games that will help them see life through the eyes of some of Texas’ most impressive species. Week four, June 27 and 28, No Impact, will help campers learn to harness nature’s resources in a non-impactful way, such as harnessing the sun to cook and using recycled/reused materials to make eco-art. The park is surrounded by 758 acres of natural habitat with 20 miles of hiking trails on the preserve and the Walnut Grove National Recreation Trail. There is also a great pool to enjoy.

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Top Five Bone Health Tips

eed the Bones: Studies show that proper nutrition and supplementation can slow adult bone loss to .5 to 1 percent per year. Calcium (food-based is best,) adequate vitamin D levels, protein, magnesium and boron are a few of the biggies needed for proper bone health. Rest Up: Both sleep deprivation and poor quality of sleep have been linked to accelerated bone loss and osteoporosis. Aim for at least seven hours of good quality sleep per night. Relax: Meditate, take a walk, strike a yoga pose. Do whatever reduces stress levels. Chronic stress raises cortisol levels, which in turn disrupt bone formation. Hit it: Impact and compression stimulates bone growth. The greater the load, the better the effect. For youth, high-impact sports such as gymnastics, basketball and volleyball are great for increasing bone density. For mature adults, impact emulation through osteogenic loading has been clinically proven to be both safe and effective for increasing bone density. Dump the Meds: Limit use of protein pump inhibitors (PPI) and oral steroids. Acid reflux meds like Nexium and Prilosec are hostile to bone, as are corticosteroids. Whenever possible, find natural methods for addressing inflammation and heartburn. Deb McFarland is the owner of OsteoStrong of Carrollton, a health and wellness clinic specializing in musculoskeletal strengthening, located at 3730 N. Josey Lane, Ste. 100. For more information, visit OsteoStrong.me. See ad, page 31.

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Preterm Births Down After Coal Plant Shutdown After a polluting coal-fired power plant in Pennsylvania was shut down in 2014 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory action, the chances of women living 30 miles downwind having a preterm birth fell by about 28 percent, report Lehigh University researchers. While the plant was operating, women in affluent New Jersey communities downwind had a 17 percent greater risk of having babies of very low birth weights— less than 5.5 pounds—than did women in other similar affluent areas.

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Scientists Discover Alcohol-Cancer Link Alcohol has been linked to seven types of cancer, including breast and bowel, and scientists at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, in Cambridge, UK, have tracked down a possible cause. In lab tests, they found that when the body processes alcohol, acetaldehyde is produced. Acetaldehyde alters and damages DNA within blood stem cells, leading to rearranged chromosomes and a greater likelihood of cancer.

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In the first scientific study of facial exercise, 27 middleaged women that performed specific facial muscle movements looked an average of two-and-a-half years younger in 20 weeks based on a standardized scale called the Merz-Carruthers Facial Aging Photoscales. By doing the exercises for 30 minutes each day or every other day, the fullness of both the upper and lower cheeks, in particular, of the women were significantly enhanced, report Northwestern University researchers. “The exercises enlarge and strengthen the facial muscles, so the face becomes firmer and more toned and shaped like a younger face,” says lead author Murad Alam, a medical doctor. Some of the study exercises can be found by searching the topic of Happy Face Yoga on YouTube.

Cardiovascular exercise improves a person’s healthy gut microbes even without making dietary changes, University of Illinois researchers report. In a study of 32 people, 30 to 60 minutes of exercise three times a week for six weeks boosted levels of healthy intestinal bacteria, especially for lean subjects, and less so for the obese. The healthy bacteria produced shortchain fatty acids that reduce the risk of colon cancer. “The bottom line is that there are clear differences in how the microbiome of somebody who is obese versus somebody who is lean responds to exercise,” says Jeffrey Woods, Ph.D., a kinesiology professor at the university.

Seek 15 Minutes of Device-Free Time When we’re feeling angry, stressed or overexcited, just 15 minutes of being alone without a device can put us into a more peaceful state, reports a University of Rochester study. Young adults, sitting in a comfortable chair away from their devices, were given something to read, told to think about something specific or not given any instruction. Some were asked to sit alone for 15 minutes a day for a week and keep a diary. In all cases, such solo time away from devices helped reduce intense emotions afterward.

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Cleanup Cites Worst Plastic Polluters

A week-long beach cleanup and audit at Freedom Island in the Philippines last September exposed the companies most responsible for plastic pollution in the critical wetland habitat. The Greenpeace Philippines and #breakfreefromplastic movement audit, the first of its kind in the country, revealed that Nestlé, Unilever and the Indonesian company PT Torabika Mayora are the top three contributors of plastic waste discovered in the area, contributing to the more than 2 million tons of mismanaged plastic waste in the Philippines, the third-biggest source of plastic ocean pollution per year. See the whole list at Tinyurl.com/TopTenPolluters.

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Plastic Bags Get the Boot

Boston will join 59 other Massachusetts municipalities and hundreds of others across the nation, including Seattle, Washington, and Washington, D.C., in banning single-use plastic shopping bags by the end of this year. Instead, Boston shoppers must bring their own totes or pay store owners five cents or more for a thicker, compostable plastic bag or a larger paper bag with handles. “This new ordinance protects the health of our neighborhoods and environment, while at the same time easing the burden on taxpayers and saving local retailers millions,” says Kirstie Pecci, director of the Conservation Law Foundation’s Zero Waste Project.

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Click on a Campsite Website Opens Up Private Land to Campers

A Portland startup online at LandApart. com is expanding the share-economy Airbnb-model concept to private landowners and campers. People that want to camp or rent a cabin in a beautiful area can pay a private landowner for access. CEO Ven Gist says the move is in part a response to sometimes crowded public lands that often cannot be reserved. He says, “We’re basically collaborating with landowners to open up new wild spaces that people can find and book for truly secluded, unique outdoor experiences.” Prices average between $30 and $40 per night. Find an introductory video at Gust.com/companies/landapart.

Green Team Seattle Mariners Win Eco-Award

CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field, homes of the National Football League Seahawks and Major League Baseball (MLB) Mariners, respectively, introduced a Strawless in Seattle campaign last September. More than 100 local businesses joined with the Lonely Whale Foundation to help eliminate plastic waste. Safeco Field is the most sustainable baseball facility today, recycling 96 percent of all waste generated last season. As a result, the Mariners earned MLB’s Green Glove Award for 2017. Every food service item is recyclable or compostable, and cleaning crews manually separate waste items from recyclables after every game. The Mariners have been playing under energy-efficient LED lights since 2014, the first MLB ball club to do so. The team also added a 450-square-foot urban garden before the 2016 season that provides fresh vegetables and herbs for the concession stands.

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Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

A new Ukrainian homebuilding startup called Passivdom uses a 3-D printing robot to produce parts for tiny houses. The machine can print the walls, roof and floor of the company’s 380-square-foot model in about eight hours. The windows, doors and self-contained plumbing, sewage and self-electrical systems are then added by a human worker. Solar energy is stored in a battery. Filtered water collects from humidity in the air. Prices start at $64,000 per house (Passivedom). M.A.DI., in Italy, produces prefabricated A-frame houses in five sizes that can be set up anywhere. The basic model is rated an energy class B, but can be upgraded with an option of adding solar panels to make the structures energy-independent. Homes made by Lifehaus blend low-cost, off-grid appeal with holistic living and luxurious details. The Lebanon company is pioneering energy-neutral dwellings made from locally sourced and recycled materials. Green home dwellers will also be able to generate electricity and grow their own food.

At the North American Climate Summit in Chicago last December, more than 50 mayors from around the globe signed the Chicago Climate Charter, intended to guide cities toward reaching greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals similar to the Paris climate accord. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says each mayor will pursue a customized plan, noting, “We’re all going to get to the same destination in our own way.” President Trump’s intended exit from the Paris agreement has sparked an uproar from leaders worldwide, especially mayors in cities long committed to reducing emissions. Dozens of cities are committed to 100 percent clean and renewable energy goals and pledged to promote clean transit through using zero-emissions buses. Emanuel believes, “Climate change can be solved by human action.” Cities’ actions now may well pay off in the long run.

Deadly Cargo Oil Spill Threatens Ocean Ecology

Experts are warning that the Iranian tanker Sanchi oil spill in January in the East China Sea could potentially be one of the worst in decades. Scientists from the UK National Oceanography Centre and the University of Southampton are monitoring the disaster, believing it could 18

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severely impact important reefs, fishing grounds and protected marine areas in Japan. They are also concerned by the toxic nature of the ultra-light, highly flammable oil and unknown impacts. Simon Boxall, with the centre, notes, “It’s not like crude, which does break down under natural microbial action. This stuff actually kills the microbes that break the oil down.”

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Cincinnati has contracted with the energy company Dynegy to purchase 100 percent renewable energy to operate most of its municipal facilities through at least 2021. The green energy will power police and fire stations, health clinics, recreation centers and most administrative buildings, including city hall. The city’s greenhouse gas emissions will be cut by more than 9 percent and its utility rates by more than $100,000 annually. The deal will bring the city closer to its goal of running on 100 percent renewable energy by 2035.

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he 200 mph Texas Bullet Train has completed its environmental impact assessment, and the way has now been cleared for the train to move ahead, linking the state’s two largest urban and economic centers. It will connect the 240-miles between North Texas and Houston in less than 90 minutes, using the most efficient and environmentally friendly mass transportation system in the world. The bullet train is expected to be both and economic and environmental boon for the state, and it moves Texans closer to a more environmentally beneficial travel choice. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) says the train would alleviate

the strain on the state’s existing infrastructure and its need to accommodate growing demand. The all-electric train will mostly follow transmission lines in a utility corridor between North Texas and Houston. The final alignment has a small footprint, and with significantly lower emissions per passenger mile, minimizes impacts on the environment and existing development and allows the system to optimize operational efficiency. To further minimize impact, the Texas Bullet Train will run mostly on elevated tracks and berms, with no at-grade crossings, allowing for free movement of wildlife, pedestrians and vehicles under the

tracks and at crossings. The Texas bullet train is being developed by Texas Central, a new investor-owned, high-speed train that will connect North Texas, the Brazos Valley and Houston, using proven, world-class technology. Texas Central and its affiliated entities will be responsible for the system’s design, finance, construction, operation and maintenance. Passenger terminal sites have been identified in downtown Dallas in the Cedars area south of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center near highly travelled freeways. FRA environmental analysis has determined that overall, construction and operation impacts will not have permanent disproportionally affects on air quality, water quality, noise, vibration, hazardous materials, visual aesthetics, transportation, land use, socioeconomic status, safety, security and recreation. Other environmental findings include: • There will b zero closures of public roads • The railroad will lead to net reductions of nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOC) and greenhouse gas emissions • Zero noise impacts would occur from station activities • Removal of 14,630 vehicles per day on I-45 between Houston and Dallas • Save 81.5 million gallons of gas For more information, visit TexasCentral.com.

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Taking Ownership of Our Waterways Garrett Boone Leads the Way by Sheila Julson

profitable business and a sustainable busiivers and lakes are vital features of ness are synergistic.” our natural landscape, providing In 2006, Texas was involved in a headus with drinking water, recreation and long rush to permit 19 dirty coal-powered natural beauty. Yet byproducts from our plants. “I joined my friends David Littman age of convenience such as excessive and Trammell Crow, Jr. to create trash generated by single-use plastics Texas Business for Clean Air,” that end up in our rivers have been says Boone. “We recruited an ongoing threat to the health of 350 business leaders from our waterways. Dallas entrepreacross the state, many of neur and environmental activwhich had never been inist Garrett Boone is co-foundvolved in environmental er of The Container Store and issues before, but they an investor in the TreeHouse realized from a business home upgrade company. He standpoint that air polserves on the boards of ecolution was a bad for busiminded nonprofits that include ness. We generated awareness the Trinity Park Conservancy and and took our case to the Texas GroundWork Dallas. Garrett Boone Legislature About what residents can and helped do to protect Dallas’ local waterhalt the plants. That was way, the Trinity River’s Elm Fork; Boone my first major step, and says, “I wasn’t too active in environmensince then, I’ve become tal issues until Dallas hosted a sustaininvolved in groups ability conference in 2002 featuring committed to water environmental scientist Amory Lovins. I issues and creating heard him speak about building efficiennational park-quality cies, and at that time, we were building outdoor spaces in this a new facility for The Container Store. wonderful area we Lovins had some great ideas, and I realhave.” ized then that it makes economic sense He notes, “Every for businesses to be energy-efficient; time it rains, there is you’re spending less money on utility a tsunami of floatable bills and using fewer resources, and you trash coming down are also reducing your carbon footprint. the [Trinity] river— I began to understand then that being a

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litter that people throw on the ground or out of car windows, as well as trash that flies out of the back of pickup trucks. Then there’s trash falling from overflowing public or store trash cans, unmaintained retail parking lots, overflowing or improperly enclosed dumpsters—it’s from a myriad of different sources. The list goes on and on.” He advises that although there are littering laws, they are difficult to enforce, and people are rarely fined for littering. “It takes a never-ending volunteer effort to keep the river clean, and it only stays clean until the next rain.” According to Boone. “The volunteers that clean the watersheds see the volume of trash, so they’re aware of what a problem it is, but it has not yet penetrated to the general public. Many people still don’t make the connection that if you choose to throw trash on the ground or put trash in an overflowing trash can and it falls on the ground, you have chosen to pollute the Trinity River,” laments Boone. “I’ve become aware of a practice called ‘plogging,’ which is picking up litter while jogging. You can also pick up litter while walking. I’ve adopted the mindset that while I’m out walking my dog, if I come across a piece of trash, I now own it. Even though someone else threw it on the ground and I’m angry that they chose to litter, now that I’m in front of it, I own it and it needs to be picked up.” GroundWork Dallas is working on a public information campaign to get people to understand the problem,

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and call out those that are littering. “Say something when you see someone littering,” entreats Boone. “Also, small pieces of trash like cigarette butts and bottle caps are just as damaging as larger cups and cans. Wildlife can choke on those little pieces of trash.” More businesses and organizations are calling GroundWork and asking to be a part of their efforts. “Our staff is very good at organizing cleanups, and we’ve created soft trails through forests that are graded properly to address storm water runoff, explains Boone. “The forests already have its inhabitants—the birds and animals—so we created a nonintrusive connection between people and the environment. We’ve recently restored 11 acres of a swampy lake area with native plants and vegetation to help filter storm water. Countless Styrofoam pellets and bottles were removed from the water, and we created a hiking trail. There’s now a healthy meadow population. It was a trash dump, and now it’s a nature preserve between two major roads.” Boone advises, “In Dallas, like in any city, we need to take spaces that are already there and turn them into public spaces. Volunteer help is critical, and people need to take responsibility for the environment and be aware that the ways they dispose of things have implications. When you take a plastic bag, there’s a good chance it will eventually become litter. Everybody has to realize they do make a difference.” GroundWork Dallas schedules weekly waterway clean ups on most Saturdays. For more information, to find out about scheduled cleanups and to sign up for future notifications visit GroundWorkDallas.org.

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ellness entrepreneurs Stephanie and Bruce McGovern enjoy bringing effective holistic therapies to the mainstream. As owners of franchise locations for Massage Envy and European Wax Center, they were intrigued by acupuncture, so when they heard about the Modern Acupuncture franchise, they wanted in. Prior to becoming holistic health business owners, Bruce had worked for 25 years in the automobile industry at dealerships and for a company that

handled dealership services. Stephanie has a background in corporate America, having worked for retail and wholesale companies. Stephanie discovered massage therapy in 2005 and was amazed by the stressrelieving results. At that time, therapeutic massage was uncommon, and not many places in the Dallas area offered it. “We just thought that the concept of offering massage benefits to a wider range of the population was brilliant,” she says. They went on to purchase five Massage Envy locations, as well as five Europe-

an Wax Center locations, which specialize in hair removal and promoting healthy, softer skin. When Bruce received an acupuncture treatment and was impressed by how much better he felt, Stephanie realized that acupuncture just might be the next revolution in whole wellness. “People experience positive outcomes from acupuncture and see it as a way to manage their health journey on their own,” she says. When they learned of the Modern Acupuncture franchise, co-founded by Seattle-based acupuncturist Bob Doane, the McGoverns realized there was a lack of acupuncture offerings in Dallas; clinics were not easily accessible or tucked away in office buildings and lacked visibility. Some charged rates that were cost-prohibitive or had limited hours. Seeing a need and a niche, the couple opened their first franchise in February and now own three in Dallas. “The Modern Acupuncture franchise is ideal because we know people are looking to get away from opioids and pharmaceuticals and use natural ways to treat issues such as pain. But only 3 percent of the U.S. population has gotten an acupuncture treatment because lots of people, while receptive and curious about it, didn’t know where to go,” Bruce says. Modern Acupuncture locations are generally located in busy shopping

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any people define a livable city as one that is easy to get around in by foot, bike or public transportation. Many also prioritize ready access to fresh, local, organic food via farmers’ markets and community gardens. Others champion affordable housing and cost of living factors, safe neighborhoods with a diversity of people, careful stewardship of clean air and water, and plentiful amenities, including considerable open space and natural settings. Many work to preserve and enhance a sense of place suited to the locale. Partners for Livable Communities, a national nonprofit in Washington, D.C., that renews and restores communities, maintains, “Livability is the sum of the factors that add up to a community’s quality of life, including the built and natural environments, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational opportunity and cultural, entertainment and recreation possibilities.” The American Association of Retired Persons considers livable communities as age-friendly for young and old alike. 24

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Along with economic opportunities, a leading stimulus in moving to urban centers is, “More people are looking for a sociable environment where they can walk out of their door to the shops or transit and be among others they recognize who also recognize them,” observes Suzanne Lennard, director of the International Making Cities Livable Conferences, LLC, in Portland, Oregon. “People who have traveled abroad, especially to Europe, and tasted the quality of life possible in a truly livable, walkable, beautiful and sociable city, often want to find such a place to live themselves.” Following are a few examples of America’s many livable cities. More are transitioning and evolving as city planners, government officials, businesses and nonprofit community organizations strive to make their hometowns both people- and planet-friendly, often through public and private partnerships.

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operated—into greenspace, bike lanes and other enticing and productive public areas. “Biking and our food scene have exploded,” says Chris Sandvig, director of policy with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group, which advocates for equitable urban revitalization through their Vacant Property Working Group, helping communities access blighted areas for pennies on the dollar. “We’re now one of the top 10 bicycling commuter cities in the country. People also come here as food tourists due to vibrant local agricultural activity.” “A related ideal is to create compact, human-scale, mixed-use urban centers in the suburbs that are less expensive to construct— and thus remain more affordable—while placing shops, schools, parks, services, workplaces and public transit within walking and biking distance,” Lennard notes. “This ensures a healthy, affordable and high quality of life for all; suburban, as well as urban.” Fast-growing Carmel, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis, is following suit. “After years of watching the suburbs sprawl into subdivisions with large lawns, privacy fences and cul-de-sacs, we created a vibrant central core with apartments, townhomes, condos and new options for smaller homes—all within walking distance or a short bike ride to new places to work, shop and dine,” explains Mayor James Brainard. The design efforts serve people instead of cars. “Carmel has spent the last 20-plus years building more than 900 miles of trails and multi-use pathways, enabling residents to commute by bicycle to work and enjoy easy access to a growing number of parks and recreational areas,” says Brainard. To facilitate traffic flow, some 100 roundabouts replaced stoplights and four-way stops. “Reducing traffic congestion has improved our air quality, and saved gasoline and lives.” A new, mixed-use downtown Arts and Design District includes a Center for the Performing Arts with a Center Green that hosts a farmers’ market in summer and an outdoor Christkindlmarkt and outdoor skating rink in winter. “The old way of doing things in which cities and towns sat back and let the market dictate how a community should be grown must come to an end,” remarks Brainard,

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Key elements of smart cities—sensors, cameras, data analytics and powerful networks that capture and relay vital information— help them become more energy-efficient or quicker to respond to environmental and residential issues. Such products highlighted the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Reducing traffic can also contribute to safer highways and shorter commutes with decreased greenhouse gas emissions. “Citizens are using apps to monitor issues and alert city managers, improving the livability of their communities,” explains Steve Koenig, senior director of market research with the Consumer Technology Association. In Boston, the app BOS:311 allows residents to instantaneously notify government departments of pollution concerns, like blocked drains and other environmental or community needs, feeding the information directly into the city’s work order system via their mobile phone. This real-time collaboration results in a cleaner, safer and healthier city. The Envision Charlotte project encompasses interactive kiosks in 64 businesses and government buildings citywide, gathering energy usage data for office buildings to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So far, energy consumption has dropped 19 percent, saving companies about $26 million. The program has strengthened economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.

Nature in the City Some cities have focused on the natural environment for improving local livability while mitigating contributions to climate change. Forested open spaces, wetlands and protected watersheds improve air quality, protect drinking water and buffer intense storms. Such areas also connect more people with nature and engage them in communal and healthy outdoor recreation. Portland, Oregon, boasts more than 10,000 acres of parks, plus an innovative Biketown sharing program that has facilitated 160,000 bike trips since its launch in 2016. The city’s Bike Bill requires all new streets to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians by design. Portland also embraces urban gardens and allows residents to raise chickens, bees, goats or rabbits in their backyards. No one wants to live where pollution runs unchecked or water is unsafe to drink. Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program works to keep stormwater out of sewers and reduce rainwater runoff through decentralized soil-based and plant-based systems, including pervious pavement, green roofs and rain gardens. Begun in 2011, its goal is to reduce rainwater runoff by 85 percent by 2036. Rainwater has become a valuable community resource. The program is just one of many ways that the City of Brotherly Love is transforming itself into one of the greenest in the United States. Overseen by the city’s Office of Sustainability, Greenworks Philadelphia devises long-term sustainability strategies

that encompass eight facets, including clean and efficient energy, carbon-neutrality and zero waste. Preparations are already underway to cope with a hotter, wetter future.

Preserving a Sense of Place

Making communities livable goes beyond infrastructure. Actions usually involve preserving, protecting and enhancing what appeals to residents. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is one example of many where livability priorities are guided by the values of its residents and its sense of place. “From our historic public square and marketplaces to outdoor cafes, farmers’ markets and community festivals; from human-scale architecture and balanced transportation to pedestrian and bicycle networks, this place represents shared values,” says Mayor Javier M. Gonzales. “Santa Fe is also full of public art. The city is designed to be safe, creative and inspiring for young and old, families of all kinds and everyone else that comes to see us.”

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Ultimately, making cities move livable for children can make them highly livable for all. “Children need the same things from a city that we all need, but their needs are greater than ours,” says Lennard. “The environment a child grows up in shapes their health and their mental and social development for the rest of their lives. Our modern, unwalkable suburban environments are contributing to childhood obesity, which has been widely linked to

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chronic diseases that in the past were only associated with old age.” She notes, “Children need the exercise of walking or biking to school. They need safe streets so they can become independent and explore their neighborhoods; sidewalks and other outdoor areas where they can play, meet friends and interact with adults in the community; easy access to nature; beauty in their environment; and intriguing architecture, works of art and other places to stimulate their affection and imagination. As they become teenagers, they need access by foot or bike to a wide variety of resources to broaden their horizons. Don’t we all need these things?” John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring, operate the Inn Serendipity, wholly powered by renewable energy, in Browntown, WI.

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DART Recipe For Livable Growth

allas Area Rapid Transit (DART) mixes the ingredients that make a transit-oriented lifestyle possible, that is destinations accessible by light rail, along with businesses and amenities.

Over the past decade, much has changed in and near downtown Dallas, including a residential boom in uptown, redevelopment of several abandoned historic hotel properties, the ATT corporate campus and the East Quarter project that connects the Farmers’ Market District with City Center. This is all creating a livable/walkable space where people are not paying a premium to live, work and play. Thousands still commute daily, but the growing amenities and connectivity is creating a vibrant situation all over North Texas. Light rail mass transit is one component that differentiates a livable community, and its real value is what exists alongside it. As these fixed systems expand, the rail network is compressing the pedestrian distance between places. Almost all DART service area cities are creating master plans and implementing land development regulations to promote reuse of former building sites that create more walkable, transitoriented neighborhoods where people can live, work and play. Rowlett and Garland

are already in the process of restoring their downtowns and Cityline, in Richardson, is beginning to boom because of their proximity to light rail. DART is leading the way in helping to

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increase awareness and its ridership with a number of relevant resources including a mobile app that provides travel and ticketing information and DARTables—destinations best reached or a distance best traversed by riding a train or bus. The name is meant to encourage people to travel throughout North Texas by public transportation because DART makes it easy to get there. As a result, DART becomes a trusted guide about where to go and new places to explore as it empowers a transitoriented lifestyle. The public is invited to submit new DARTable gems at any time. Riders can discover North Texas gems from Dallas' Bishop Arts District, the Zoo and Arts District, to those in Las Colinas, Fort Worth, Irving, Rowlett and Carrollton. For more information, visit DART.org/dartable and DART.org/about/publications.asp. See ad, page 3.

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Health Concerns Revolutionize the Cosmetics Industry by Marlaina Donato

rom red carpets to Teen Vogue magazine, the natural beauty trend has taken the industry by storm. Consumer whims may have sparked its beginnings more than a decade ago, but demand is now spiking profits into the billions. “Consumer need is influencing retailers to offer cleaner formulas reflecting firm ecovalues,” says Karen Behnke, the pioneering entrepreneur who founded Juice Beauty, in San Rafael, California. Behnke aimed to create meaningful change in the industry when she assembled her dream team 13 years ago. The company now owns a trailblazing patent and sets the standard for clinical organics. “We’re excited that traditional department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Holt Renfrew are adding our products to their beauty departments,” says Behnke, who attributes Juice Beauty’s tremendous growth in recent years to a surge of interest in chemical-free, luxury alternatives.

Natural Replaces Toxic A recent Green Beauty Barometer online survey revealed that more than half of women want their skincare products to be 28

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all-natural, a result likely driven by the scientific information age (see KariGran.com/ pages/greenbeauty for details). Reputable scientific studies revealing parabens in breast cancer biopsies have demonstrated that everything applied to the skin also enters the bloodstream, hence the effectiveness of dermal nicotine and birth control patches. Thus, it can be alarming to realize that the average woman will unknowingly consume seven pounds of lipstick containing petroleum-based emollients, synthetic preservatives and artificial dyes during a lifetime, undoubtedly another reason consumers are switching to natural options. Katey Denno, a Los Angeles makeup artist to the stars, noticed cosmetic red flags early in her career. “The first time I turned over a palette that most makeup artists carry and saw specific colors that couldn’t be used on eyes or lips, I was confused; if something isn’t safe for lips or eyes, how can it be good for any part of us?” queries Denno, who switched from social work to makeup artistry 11 years ago. “The change in the industry has been substantial. Now green is mainstream, and

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Women are fueling the natural beauty movement, yet more men than ever are also seeking healthy alternatives. Grooming products with unisex packaging and fragrances are among top sellers. Informed teen and 20-something buyers are inclined to choose people- and eco-friendly brands that are also cruelty-free. A wide selection of aluminum-free, natural, personal care products including underarm deodorants are showing up in supermarkets. Women are ditching toxic hair dyes and going silver to avoid thinning hair and allergies, and unwittingly, creating a new fashion statement. Plus, there’s growing interest in DIY cosmetics using everyday good-for-you ingredients found in the kitchen. Artisan perfumes are gaining popularity among women that want the mystery and allure of fragrance without the side effects of manmade, chemical-based brands. “Some new customers are frustrated by commercial products giving them headaches, while others say that they just don’t like perfume, when what they actually don’t like is synthetic fragrance chemicals,” says Ananda Wilson, a botanical perfumer and owner of Gather Perfume, in South Hadley, Massachusetts. “It’s inspiring when they smell real plant scents and see how their world lights up! The molecules in natural perfumes are active and interact with personal chemistry, so they unfold differently on each wearer, creating a unique signature and experience.” Wilson ventured into botanical blends when both awareness and supplies of ap-

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most artists have included some green beauty brands in their kits.” Millennials continue to drive consumer demand for higher standards. “Retailers understand that the skincare/makeup landscape is changing,” advises Behnke. “Traditional brands are no longer attracting younger consumers that are demanding organic, clinically validated products.” Denno concurs, stating, “The spotlight on clean products comes from the growing acknowledgement that we can and must do all we can to lower our overall toxic load.”

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propriate ingredients were scarce. “Perfume history is largely rooted in natural materials, but until recently, there was a mass blackout of this precious lineage. When I started, there was barely anything available, and only through a handful of aromatherapy companies,” she explains. Now, Wilson bases her products on botanical infusions from plants she’s grown or collected, including wild beach roses, clover and spring poplar buds. It only takes a whiff to dispel the myth that natural perfumes lack sophistication or tenacity. “Naturals have a breadth of possibilities—opulent white florals, fresh and

clean, or dirty and smoky,” expounds Wilson. Eco-beauty is emerging from conscious lifestyle choices and creating the next era of cosmetics. “It’s fun to be called a pioneer in organic beauty,” muses Behnke. “Our products, employees and happy customers comprise an encouraging accomplishment.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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OolaLife OOlalife For Guys by Kelly Martinsen

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Oo-la (noun): That state of awesomeness. It is when your life is balanced and growing in the seven key areas of life—“the 7 F’s of Oola” (fitness, finance, family, field (career), faith, friends and fun). Have you seen the bus of dreams— a 1970 Volkswagen surf bus covered in 30

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stickers where people have written their dreams? The bus is now 19 sticker layers deep and traveling around the country with two men, fondly known as the OolaGuys, “Dr. Dave” Braun and “Dr. Troy” Amdahl, both doctors of chiropractic. They are on a mission to change the world with a word (#Oola) by collecting onemillion dreams in the form of handwritten stickers on the side of a vintage bus. The reason? Because they believe that the way people can achieve their dreams is to first find balance within the seven key areas of life they refer to as the 7 F’s. The OolaGuys operate on the principle that all of us are “designed for greatness,” and as such, they have made it their mission to help people achieve

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balance in these seven areas so that they can attain an OolaLife. The OolaGuys are co-authors of the international bestselling Oola book series that started with Oola: Find Balance in an Unbalanced World. Dr. Dave (the OolaSeeker) and Dr. Troy (the OolaGuru) are renowned experts in teaching a proper work-life balance and are committed to changing the world with their simple yet life-changing message. These gentlemen began this journey in 1997 when Dr. Troy was working at his clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two of them, along with some friends, met at a hotel to sit around and plan the areas of their life. For each area (each F), they asked, “Where are you, where do you want to go, and how do you want to get there?” The focus is on balance between these seven areas of your life. Once you lose balance—yup, you guessed it—you lose Oola. But not everyone is unbalanced; not everyone is an OolaSeeker. There are some that are OolaGurus. Back in 1997, Dr. Troy seemed to have it all together while Dr. Dave found himself at his lowest point. He had a failed marriage and was living in a low rent motel, having lost most of his wealth. Dr. Dave reached out to Dr. Troy to see how two men who started out with the same ideas and ideals found themselves at such opposite ends of Oola. It didn’t take long for Dr. Dave to realize that what Dr. Troy, the OolaGuru, was sharing with him and their friends— balance and growth in the 7 F’s—at this 1997 get-together was a profound concept that could help the masses. OolaLife is what is attained when a person focuses on and puts forth the effort to have a balanced life, maybe even an inspired one. The OolaGuys believe that “we are all designed by God for greatness and purpose,” and that Oola is just discovering that purpose and utilizing these seven areas as a guide. While no “F” is more important than another, it is worth emphasizing the importance of family, field and finance, “given that 55 percent of marriages end in divorce, 53 percent of Americans hate their jobs, and 33 percent of the U.S. population has debt,” says Dr. Dave. “That means many of us are spending 12 hours a

day at a job doing what we hate and coming home to an unhappy household. That has to change. That is not inspired living.” The men still say that all areas are equally important and that once one outof-balance area is identified and focused on, the other areas will be helped inadvertently. For instance, if you start with finance and pull yourself out of debt, you will find an improvement in your relationship with your significant other because you will be under less pressure. Or, if you focus on family and improve your relationships, you discover that family members can help you figure out how to balance other areas of your life, including rediscovering a cherished dream. Many of the people the OolaGuys meet on the road tell them, “I haven’t had a dream in 30 years.” It’s true that these “dreamless folks” have lost Oola, but it’s never too late to find it. Visit OolaLife.com and try their free OolaLife tools to discover where you stand in each area. Are you an OolaGuru in the areas of finance and field but lacking in

it would be a raging success, what would you do?” That is the start. Ask yourself this question, take the online quiz to determine your balance, and then begin the process of attaining an OolaLife! Oola is a lifestyle brand with a book series (HCI Books); a tour; a motivational event called OolaPalooza; a partnership with Young Living where they have developed Oola oils; and most recently, their attempt to share and give back with their own line of tea, which supports their newest mission to feed one-million people (every bag of tea sold buys a meal for a child in need). For more information, visit OolaLife.com. To order Oola: Find Balance in an Unbalanced World, visit amzn.to/2EC5Pfq; and to order Oola for Women, visit amzn. to/2qobnWB.

“Dr. Troy” Amdahl and “Dr. Dave” Braun family and faith? Then those are the areas you need to pay more attention to. Are fitness and fun areas that are no longer strong as you age and become increasingly busy? Then take advice from the OolaGuys and make time for both as they will power you through the aging process. In the end when it comes to dreams, the guys ask the question: “If you knew

Kelly Martinsen is publisher of Natural Awakenings Long Island and author of A Year of Inspired Living (HCI Books), which is available at AYearOfInspiredLiving.com and Amazon.com.

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City of Plano Excels in Environmental Sustainability by Sheila Julson

or over a decade, the city of Plano has lived up to its “City of Excellence” motto by being consistently ranked among the most livable cities, not just in Texas, but also throughout the entire country. Recent accolades include Plano named as one of North Texas’ Top-Ranking Healthiest U.S. Cities, by the Dallas Business Journal; and SmartAsset ranked Plano as one of Best Places for Green jobs. A commitment to green initiatives has played a role in Plano becoming one of America’s most livable communities. Heather Merchant, sustainability and environmental education manager for the city of Plano, has been with the city’s sustainability program since its inception in 2006. She says that through Live Green in Plano, the city’s education and outreach program that supports Plano’s sustainability efforts, they have been successful in getting citizens to take active roles in all aspects of sustainability. “We have five full-time environmental educators that focus on different topics within the sustainability realm,” Merchant says. “Those include recycling, composting, water quality and conversation, energy conservation and air quality

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initiatives. We also focus on litter reduction efforts and volunteer coordination.” The Live Green in Plano programs provide education and information for people so they can make realistic, daily behavior changes to help them live greener, environmentally friendly lifestyles in the community, thus helping the city meet its goals in the area of sustainability. The gardening programs exemplify the program’s successes. Through the Plano Community Garden project, residents learn about gardening techniques and water-wise landscaping, using native plants that are heat and drought tolerant for the area, which increases biodiversity and conserves water. The water-wise landscape tour held every autumn features several local homes with exemplary native landscapes, serving as models that people can learn from and gain ideas to implement into their own landscapes. Fifty percent of the community garden harvest is donated to local food pantries, and garden volunteers get to keep the other half. Along with gardening classes, lessons in composting are also offered. “The secret to gardening is having healthy soil, so we teach people how to divert their organic waste into a compost pile, and then use that finished compost,” Merchant says. “It’s a closed loop

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that involves soil, health of plants and conserving landfill space, all at the same time.” Because water scarcity has quickly emerged as one of today’s most pressing environmental issues, the city’s water conservation classes through Live Green in Plano include a sprinkler spruce-up workshop, where people learn to make simple repairs to their irrigation systems, and even learn how to tackle basic plumbing leaks in the home. Participants also learn how to install environmentally sound drip irrigation. Merchant says those programs have been very successful in the city’s water conservation efforts. They’ve also developed a series of online

learning modules that are frequently used by the public and the Plano Independent School District. The online learning modules are related to sprinkler control, home energy efficiency, green building and waste diversion. Merchant emphasizes the sustainability program is propelled by the Live Green in Plano Champions, the volunteer program where community residents can take a five-week course to train in basic sustainability concepts and topics,

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10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

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etting enough sleep—or not—has a trickle-down effect. A study in the Journal of Obesity shows that good quality shut-eye helps us reduce stress, lose weight and function better. Research also shows that most Americans would be healthier, happier and safer going about their daily activities if they slept 60 to 90 more minutes each night, according to the American Psychological Association. A consistent sleep routine helps enable a good night’s rest, with activities like going to bed at the same time whenever possible; shutting down the Internet, email and text messaging at least an hour before bedtime; and limiting intake of caffeine and alcohol. Another best practice is eating foods that help us relax, fall and stay asleep. Four primary sleep-promoting vitamins and minerals naturally found in foods are tryptophan, magnesium, calcium and vitamin B6. Some of these help the body produce melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s sleep/wake patterns called circadian rhythms. Others enhance serotonin, which carries nerve signals and relays messages in the brain related to mood and sleep.

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Some foods are naturally packed with these essential vitamins and minerals, and eating certain foods at certain times can help us tip the scale towards a successful night of restful sleep.

Kiwi. Full of vitamins C and E, serotonin and folate, kiwi can help us sleep longer. In a study at Taipei Medical University, in Taiwan, researchers had participants eat two kiwifruits one hour before bedtime for four weeks. Total sleep time improved by 13.4 percent.

Soy. In a Japanese study published in the Nutrition Journal, researchers surveyed 1,076 participants between 20 and 78 on how often they ate soy products, which are rich in sleep-enhancing isoflavones. Those that ate the most soy foods enjoyed deeper, more sustained sleep. Researchers concluded that soy’s isoflavones help regulate the sleep/wake cycle.

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Tart cherry juice. A study by the University of Rochester, in New York, found that older adults drinking two, eight-ounce servings of tart red cherry juice daily, one in the morning and one at night for two weeks, enjoyed moderate sleep improvement, comparable to taking the herb valerian and melatonin.

Research found that men that ate two bananas at a time for a week had a rise in melatonin that reached a peak two hours later; pineapple juice and orange juice also raised those levels.

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Fish. Salmon, halibut, mackerel and tuna help boost the production of vitamin B6, which helps make melatonin. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania published in Scientific Reports found that eating more fish led both to better sleep and improved cognitive function in children.

Fiber-rich foods. Choices such as chia seeds, nuts and whole grains help promote restorative “slow-wave” sleep, according to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Calcium-fortified yogurt. According to Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician in Pasadena, California, and author of The Baby Sleep Book: The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Rest for the Whole Family, “Calcium helps the brain use the amino acid tryptophan to manufacture the sleep-inducing substance melatonin. This explains why dairy products, which contain both tryptophan and calcium, are some of the top sleep-inducing foods.”

Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, tryptophan and vitamin B6, which are used to make melatonin, bananas help promote good sleep. A study in the Journal of Pineal

Dark leafy greens. Kale, spinach and collard greens are among the magnesiumrich greens that can help us de-stress and go to sleep, says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, a professor of pulmonary and sleep medicine at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Almonds and dates. Nerina Ramlakhan, Ph.D., a London sleep therapist and author of Fast Asleep but Wide Awake: Discover the Secrets of Restorative Sleep and Vibrant Energy, counsels her clients to start at breakfast by eating eight almonds and two dates. These two fiber-rich foods are able to slowly help produce melatonin for later in the day. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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Hidden Nature Jewel Enhances Livability by Amy Martin

spot of hidden city land along a stretch of the Trinity River’s Elm Fork, in-between I-35E and Storey Lane, in northwest Dallas comprises acres of heavily wooded, boggy bottomlands located where Bachman Branch joins the river. A section of the Trinity’s original riparian meanders remains, framed by the undulating terrain of a floodplain. White egrets explore the shallows as a red slider turtle breaks the water just offshore. An avian ruckus arises in nearby Fishing Hole Lake, most likely songbirds mobbing a bird of prey marauding their nests. The tapping of an unseen woodpecker resounds through the woods. A bobcat print is visible in the mud. The area is notable not only for its wild surroundings, but also because it is free of trash. GroundWork Dallas makes sure of that. On the third Saturday of the month,

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men that ply the Elm Fork. He advises, “If it weren’t for volunteers, we wouldn’t be here.” They have extricated everything from refrigerators to Styrofoam cups, all of it deposited by the Trinity and its tributaries. And every month, the river brings more. “The amount of trash that flows in is crazy,” says Buckley. Once the Frasier Dam area is made safe, beautiful and ecologically healthy, GroundWork is committed to opening the public land up for fishers, boaters, mountain bikers, hikers, runners, their Green Team youth groups, along with volunteers from Meetup and Master Naturalist groups, descend upon this slice of urban wilderness for cleanups. “It was amazingly filthy two years ago,” says Executive Director Richard Buckley, standing along the original Trinity in what he hopes will become known as the Frasier Dam Recreation Area. “You could not look anywhere along the shoreline and not see trash.“ Buckley involves everyone he can in the trashreduction effort: upstream landowners and businesses, the committed kayakers, canoeists and even fisher-

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bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. Green Team members and volunteers brave poison ivy and slithery creatures to reclaim the old trail system from rampant undergrowth and invasive privet. In the process, they learn design and construction techniques perfected in Buckley’s Lone Star Trail Building School. GroundWork Dallas specializes in soft-surface trails. “Everything we do is as friendly to nature and the animals associated with it as possible, so we

don’t disturb them,” says Buckley. Once completed, the trails will last for years without dirt maintenance, even in floodplains. “I am huge on proper drainage,” insists Buckley. “When building natural surface trails, you must pay great attention to water flow, more so than with a road or concrete trail.” Green Team members also assist with the construction and installation of trail and water-side benches, along with picnic tables, observation decks and blinds. Regular testing of Trinity and tributaries is a big part of their efforts. Occasionally, naturalists are brought in for ecological lessons. Camaraderie abounds, but there’s a practical side, too. Green Team members are coached in vocational recreation opportunities, preparing them for the jobs expected to open up in federal land bureaus like the National Park Service as the last of baby boomers retire. With GroundWork Dallas’ big plans, the need for volunteers is unquenchable. On first Saturdays, the group tackles Hines Park, a small wetlands-focused area off Harry Hines at the Webb Chapel Extension. On second Saturdays, it’s the Buckeye Trail, in the Great Trinity Forest. Garrett Boone, co-founder of Texas Business for Clean Air, an avid birder, and a GroundWork Board member is a tireless advocate for the Elm Fork corridor and wants to make the 4,000 acres stretching along the I-35E corridor from Frasier north to the L.B. Houston Nature Area off California Crossing into a national-park-quality attraction.. “His vision for the Elm Fork is to build connecting natural-surface trail systems through the forest, linking scenic points of interest, “ says Buckley. “ He wants to get the public out into the great nature Dallas has to offer, because they won’t care about what they can’t see,” For more information, visit GroundWorkDallas.org and Meetup.com/GroundworkDallas-Changing-Places-Changing-Lives.

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DOING NOTHING Why Timeouts Matter by April Thompson

n a harried world where our work is never done, it’s tough to take timeouts to do nothing. Yet, when we pump the brakes on Americans’ obsessive drive, we discover fresh productivity, creativity and contentment. “We’re socialized to pride ourselves on accomplishment and achievement, yet when you step back, you realize doing nothing produces a valuable currency, especially in enhanced mental health,” says Colleen Long, a Boston psychologist and author of Happiness in B.A.L.A.N.C.E: What We Know Now About Happiness. Italians call it la dolce far niente, or the sweetness of doing nothing, while the Dutch word niksen translates as “doing something without a purpose”. Here are a few tips to reclaim the art of be-ing over do-ing.

Create a “do nothing” ritual. Set

aside a special time and make it known. It can start the morning or wind down an evening. It may be meditating a few minutes or enjoying a bit of aromatherapy, wherever the heart leads.

Relax into the moment. Acknowledge

guilty feelings when they arise, but don’t heed them. It takes time to undo mental programming and learn to quiet the voice urging, “Don’t just stand there, do something!”

Mindfully do nothing. It’s not about

vegging out with passive activities like watching TV or checking email. It’s a time to come alive to our senses and surroundings, whether listening to music or peoplewatching, free of distractions from phone calls or anxious thoughts.

Doing something is okay. The aim

is to let go of the compulsion to check off every item on our to-do list—but that doesn’t mean blankly staring off into space. These are purposeful moments without a specific purpose. Doodle in a sketchbook, wander around the neighborhood or lie in the grass and look at clouds. Spontaneously go with the flow.

There’s no one way or right way to do nothing. “Just by carving out space,

you’ll get a benefit even if it doesn’t feel like you’re doing it right or perfectly,” advises Long. It looks different for different people. “Before I had kids, my ‘nothing time’ might be just being out in nature or simply doing one thing mindfully at a time, like washing dishes. Now I incorporate the principle into family time. One day a week, I shut off the phone, get on the floor with my kids and just let life get messy.” Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com. June 2018

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FRIDAY, JUNE 1 Summer Splash Bash – 4-7pm. Kids, teens, and families can spend the afternoon speeding down water slides, playing in the pool and enjoying paddle boats. Andrew Brown Park E, 260 E Parkway Blvd, Coppell. CoppellTX.gov.

Stargazing the Texas Night Sky – 9-10:30pm. Observe stars, planets and constellation through the park telescopes. Free with paid park entry. Lone Star Amphitheater in Lake Mineral Wells State Park, 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells. TPWD. Texas.gov.

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Beginners Raja Yoga Meditation Course – 7-8:30pm. This course introduces understanding and improving thought patterns by knowing the self; meditation to detach yourself/your mind from negative influences and recharging your inner self; and more. Free. Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, 1420 N Cooper St, Ste 112, Arlington. BKDallas.net.

Meditation for families with Children aged 5-10 – 10am-12pm. A class for helping families explore values of peace, love, respect, and happiness so that children may grow up with self-respect and respect for others. Free. Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, 13914 Josey Ln, Farmers Branch. BKDallas.net.

FRIDAY, JUNE 8

Exploring Texas Wildflowers – 10pm12pm. Learn basic techniques for field identification, scientific and common names for local wildflowers, and where and when to look for them. Come prepare to walk around outside and bring a photo or picked wildflower specimen. $25. Botanical Research Institute of Texas, 1700 University Dr, Ft Worth. Brit.org

MONDAY, JUNE 4

Eastland Glow Run 5K – 8:30pm. Music, food and fun. All proceeds go to Marathon Kids’ Summer Running Program. Earl & Billye Bradley Wellness Center, 304 S Daugherty, Eastland. FB.com/ events/241076109964987.

Target First Saturdays – 10am-5pm. Bring the kids and enjoy free admission and fun family programming. Presented by Target. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. NasherSculptureCenter.org.

Get Down with Safety – 8:30-10am. For Kinder1st graders: Students in this class will learn about basic fire safety elements, such as Stop, Drop, and Roll, the importance of having a home fire escape plan, and understanding smoke alarms. Free. Life Safety Park, 820 S Coppell Rd, Coppell. Bit.ly/2IjbTQN.

Coppell Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. Join for live music, the Spangler Family Band. These musicians are a farmers market favorite. Also find locally produced fruits, vegetables and other goods. 768 W. Main Street, Coppell. CoppellFarmersMarket.org. Strut Your Mutt 1 Mile Wag Walk – 8:30am. Join for a fun 1 Mile Wag Walk for the entire family. Enjoy music, vendors, contests and kid’s activities while helping to support the animals in the Longview Animal Care and Adoption` Center. $30. Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center, 303 HG Mosley Pkwy, Longview. RunSignUp.com/ Race/TX/LONGVIEW/StrutYourMutt2.

Great Trinity Forest Sunset Shoot – 5:308:30pm. This is the first chance for the public to photograph the Big Spring Landmark Conservation area since 2016. Big Spring Historic Landmark, 925 Pemberton Hill Rd, Dallas. Meetup.com/NANPA-Nature-Photography-

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Location: Addison Conference & Theatre Center 15650 Addison Rd, Addison, TX 75001 For more information, visit CosmicYogiMovement.com

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Parks and Recreation Board Meeting – 8:30pm. Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to the meeting at Coppell.Legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Town Center, 2nd floor conference room, 255 Parkway Blvd, Coppell. Coppell.Legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.

TUESDAY, JUNE 5

How to Stop Taking Things Personally – 7-8pm. A chance to pick a different model to live by. Learn what is really happening when you take things personally. Discover the way out that actually works, Space limited, only 11 spaces left. Presented by Hilary Shaw. Unity on Greenville Church, 3425 Greenville Ave. 214-826-5683. To register email OwnYourValue@gmail.com

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The Festival is filled with smiles, positive energy and fun. Everyone is encouraged to come including beginners to advanced yogis and kids to long timers. Classes range from Restorative and Kundalini to 80’s Glow Flow. There are meditation classes including kirtan, gongs and crystal singing bowls. 3+ Yoga classes every hour. Goat yoga and aerial yoga. Speakers every 35 minutes. 60+ vendors and food trucks.

The Summer of Science: Music – 5-9pm. The summer of science returns. Perot Museum will be open late with special programming, speakers, performances, hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities. Free with general admission. Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Victory Park, 2201 N Field St, Dallas. PerotMuseum.org.

National Run Day 5k: Martin House Brewing – 7pm. Celebrate National Run Day with a 5k social run along Trinity River at Martin House Brewing that finishes with live music and brews with your best run buddies. $30-$90. Martin House Brewing, 220 S Sylvania Ave, Fort Worth. SocialRuns.com/ Event/2018-National-Run-Day-Martin-HouseBrewing/.

THURSDAY, JUNE 7 Surgeon General’s 5K Run/Walk – 7am. The Surgeon General’s Annual 5K Run/Walk is hosted by the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Officers Foundation (PHSCOF). Help stomp out addiction, obesity and mental illness. Free. Brookhaven College, 3939 Valley View Ln, Dallas. Bit.ly/2GgUlPg.

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Using Tonal Healing and Activities to Increase Your Body Consciousness – 7pm. Sounds and tones have various effects on our bodies. Whether it be the pulsating sound of bass vibrating your body and making you get up to dance, to more sacred sounds that help to bring us inward into our special place of Spirit. Donation-based. International Parkway, 4801 Spring Valley Rd, Ste 115, Dallas. CSLDallas.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9 Kosse Greyhound 5K Run-Walk – 7:30am. Benefiting Kosse City Park and Kosse Community Center programs. $20-$30. Kosse City Park, 100 Adams St, Kosse. KosseTexas.com/KosseGreyhound-5k.html. Discovery Days: Sports Science – 10am. Ready, set, go! Get a running start to the summer with sports challenges and physical activities. Free with general admission. Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Victory Park, 2201 N Field St, Dallas. PerotMuseum.org. North Texas Water Garden Society: Pond Tour – 6pm. The 27th Annual Tour of Ponds is a 2 day self-guided tour of 48 members ponds all across the entire Metroplex. Tour book guide features 48 pond listings, descriptions, directions and color pictures. $20/book. Various locations throughout the Metroplex. NTWGS.org/Pond-Tour/. Saturday Night Dances – 8-10pm. Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family. All are welcome. adult/$4, children 12 and under/free. Daingerfield State Park. 903645-2921.

SUNDAY, JUNE 10 WW Military Miles – 7am. Benefiting Team RWB, the Wounded Warrior Project and the Fisher House Foundation, Dallas Athletes Racing proudly offers a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon. Race will sell out, register early. $40-$60. Irving Music Factory, 316 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving. DallasAthletesRacing.com/Package/WW-Military-Miles/. Introduction to Ashtanga with Dean Hollingsworth – 2-4pm. The workshop will delve into the philosophy of Ashtanga yoga, and explore how the 8 limbs are related to the practice of Ashtanga vinyasa yoga as is currently being taught today.

$30-$40. Dallas Yoga Center, 4525 Lemmon Ave, Dallas. DallasYogaCenter.org. Southwestern Fern Society Meeting – 2:304:30pm. Refreshments are served and members usually have plants to swap. Visitors are welcome and are encouraged to join. Dues are only $15.00 per year. North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven Rd, Dallas. NHG.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12 Dallas Sierra Club Meeting – 6:30pm. See beautiful photos of Texas wildflowers and get explanations of our flora’s diversity. Free. Brookhaven College, Building H, 3939 Valley View Ln, Dallas. Dal lasSierraClub.org.

savethedate SUNDAY, JUNE 13 Holistic Festival of Life & Wellness 10am - 7pm Experience alternative and integrative therapies, visit with holistic practitioners and environmentally friendly businesses and organizations. Attend seminars and demonstrations from a variety of highly skilled practitioners – All in a family friendly environment, featuring musical performances, dancers and other entertainment. Plano Civic Center 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano For more information contact Jenifer Rae 469-401-4777 or visit HolisticFestivalOfLife.com

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13 What’s the Buzz: All About Pollinators – 1-2:30pm. Discover the world of beneficial bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, and how a life without pollinators would change the landscape and the food you eat. Ages 4-14. Biodiversity Education Center, 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell. CoppellTX.gov.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14 Project WILD Workshop – 9am-3:30pm. Learn to share conservation with children: Professional Development for anyone who works with children. Workshop participants receive: 6 hours TEA-approved CPE and TEEAC Credit, Project WILD K-12 guide and Texas-specific resources. John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln, Seagoville. LDunn@WetlandCenter.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15 Late Night Happy Hour Performance featuring The Turtle Creek Chorale – 6pm. Kick off the June Late Night with a performance by members of the Turtle Creek Chorale featuring a variety of music for National Pride Month. $10/public, $5/students, free/members. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. DMA.org. ‘til Midnight at the Nasher – 6-11:59pm. ‘til Midnight at the Nasher presents live outdoor concerts in the Nasher Sculpture Center garden. At each event, a variety of national and regional musical talent perform followed by film screenings. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. NasherSculptureCenter.org.

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Native Prairies Association of Texas: Northeast Texas Prairies Bus Tour – 7am. Leave Dallas, tour prairies near Terrell, Sulphur Bluff, Paris, Clarksville, and Mt. Vernon; returning to Dallas. Planned by Blackland NPAT. TexasPrairie.org.

FWRC Three Amigos 4-Mile Run – 7:45am. Join at Trinity Park Pavilion #3 for a summer tradition: the 26th Annual Three Amigos Run. $8-$15. Trinity Park Pavilion #3, 2401 University Dr, Fort Worth. FWRunners.org/Three-Amigos-4-Mile-Run/.

Fair Park Urban Dash 5K – 8am. Urban obstacle run through Fair Park. Fair Park, 1121 First Ave, Dallas. Facebook.com/FPUrbanDash.

Women‘s Moon Gathering – 3-4:30pm. The gathering will include chanting, astrological information, oracle cards for personal insight and reflection, sharing with other women, and sound meditation for wholeness. $20. 4525 Lemmon Ave, Dallas. DallasYogaCenter.com.

Bank of America: Shred Day – 10am-2pm. Bring old bills, documents, papers, photos, old checks, file folders, credit card offers, bank statements, tax info, post-its, envelopes and newspaper for shredding. Free. Christ United Methodist Church, 3101 Coit Rd, parking lot Coit and Parker, Plano. Rashida. Roberson@BankofAmerica.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 18 Kids Yoga Camp – 11am-12pm. Kids will learn kids yoga, healthy habits, and how to build positive self-esteem and confidence. $100 for the week. Crescent Yoga Studio, 812 Alex Ln, Midlothian. CrescentYogaStudio.com. Got Books? Book Club – 7-8pm. Find your next read at our book club, where everyone shares some of their favorite books. Free. Cozby Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell. CoppellTX.gov. The Open Door – 7:30pm. The Open Door is where attendees can connect with spiritually seeking young adults from around the DFW metroplex. Join for a live DJ, free drinks and engaging dialogue. Free. International Parkway, 4801 Spring Valley Rd, Ste 115, Dallas. CSLDallas.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20 Clemantine Wamariya – 7:30pm. Wamariya is a storyteller, public speaker, social entrepreneur, and human rights advocate. Born in Kigali, Rwanda, Wamariya holds a BA from Yale University in Comparative Literature. See her at DMA. $25/ public, $20/member or educator, $10/student. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. DMA.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 22 32nd Annual Taste of Dallas – June 22-24. 5-11pm, Fri; 12-11pm, Sat; 12-8pm, Sun. Taste of Dallas, Dallas’ premier summertime food and drink festival, returns for its 32nd year serving up three fun-filled days of great food and music featuring over 50 restaurants and food trucks, and 40 musical acts. $14-$20. Gas Monkey Live, 10110 Technology Blvd E, Dallas. TasteofDallas.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23 NHG’s 3rd Annual Tomato Tasting – 9am-1pm. The event celebrates the #1 most popular edible to grow: the tomato! All varieties are eligible, and you may bring in more than one variety. You can easily pre-register online, and must bring in at least 3-5 of each tomato variety you are entering for tasting. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place. Free. North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven Rd, Dallas. Eventbrite. com/e/Tomato-Tasting-2018-tickets-45146886553. Ranger-led Hikes – 10-11am. The hike is approximately 45 minutes long, and the ranger will guide attendees on the trail while teaching about nature. All ages are welcome to attend this fun event. Lakeview Loop Trailhead, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. 903-572-5531.

Night Moves Glow Run and Kids K – 7:309:30pm. The Night Moves Glow Run and Kids K features a fun run through McKinney, Texas. Participants will receive a shirt and 3 glow products. All registered participants that show up to race will be treated to a concert, free pizza and two drinks. $25. The Guitar Sanctuary, 6633 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney. PlayTri.com/All-Races/Night-MovesGlow-Run-Kids-1k.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 Firefighter 101: Fire Safety – 9:30-11am. For 2nd-3rd graders: Students in this class will learn about what it means to be a firefighter and the insand-outs of the profession while interacting with a real firefighter. Free. Life Safety Park, 820 S Coppell Rd, Coppell. LifeSafetyPark.org.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 29 Mindful Self-Care at BPI – 1:30pm. The class will present mindfulness and mindful living practices as ways to bring more self-care, presence and ease into daily life. $25. Brain Performance Institute, 2200 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas. MastermindMeditate.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 30 Red, White, and Blue 5K – 7am-10pm. Join for the 2nd annual Red, White, and Blue 5K Run at Daingerfield State Park. This will be the opening event for our Freedom Fest. Registration required, t-shirt fee $20. Daingerfield State Park, 455 Park Rd 17, Daingerfield. Tammie.Posey@TPWD. texas.gov. Firecracker Flight North Dallas – 8am. Bring family and friends and start July off with a bang of a run at Towne Lake Park. Do 5K or the 10 K and be sure to dress up to compete in the costume contest. Cinemark Theaters, 1701 South Central Expy, McKinney. BodiesRaceCompany.com/ GrandPrairie/. Party in the Park – 2-11pm. Celebrate at Andrew Brown Park East with a day of food, fun, and live music. This is a rain or shine event. Celebrate Coppell takes place outside during the summer. Take precautions to keep you and your family hydrated and safe from the sun. Free. Andrew Brown Park. CelebrateCoppell.com.

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daily Celebrate Strawberries – Apr 4-24. Come in to experience peak season strawberries throughout our stores, including delicious recipes and culinary innovations. Las Colinas Whole Foods, 6741 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving. WholeFoodsMarket.com. Energy Blast — Exhibit tells the dynamic story of energy and alternative energy resources in North Texas, the Barnett Shale. Ages 11 & up. Included in $14/adult, $10/ child admission. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy St, Ft Worth. 817-255-9300. FWMuseum.org.

Zen to Go — Mon thru Thurs. 12-12:45pm. An oasis in the middle of the day offering walking and sitting meditation followed by brief sharing. Donation accepted. Dallas Meditation Center, 810 We Arapaho Rd, Ste 98, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMeditationCenter.com. Anvil Pub Happy Hour — 4-8pm, Mon-Fri. $1 off selevt drinks and discounted appretizers. Vegan and vegetarian options available. Thurs Happy Hour all night. 2638 Elm St., Dallas. AnvilPubDeepEllum.com.

sunday Carrollton Runners Club Mile + 5K — 7:30am. A low-key 5K and 1 mile race every last Sunday of the month at 7:30am inside McInnish Park in Carrollton. 2335 Sandy Lake Rd, Carrollton. Car rolltonRunners.com.

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Dynamic Meditation — 10-11am. One of the active meditations compiled by Osho. Breath, jump, scream and shout, let it all go, then be in the bliss of silence and stillness. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com. Yoga at White Rock Hills Branch Library — 1-2pm. Class will include breathing and relaxation techniques taught by Mara Black. Free. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd, Dallas. 214-670-8443. Dallas Organic Garden Club — 2:30-4:30pm. 4th Sun each month. North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven Rd, Dallas. GDOGC.org.

The Omni Imax: Ft Worth — Showtimes and features online. $8/adults, $7/children 2-12 & seniors. Ft Worth Museum of Science & History, Omni Theater, 1600 Gendy St, Ft Worth. 817-255-9300. FWMuseum.org.

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Vegan Sunday Brunch at Spiral Diner — 9am3pm. Vegan diner and bakery since 2002. Sunday brunch features vegan pancakes, tofu scramble, breakfast quesadillas and organic mimosas. 1314

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Chakra Sound Meditation — 5-6:30pm. Includes chakra sounds and breathing techniques. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com. Awakening Heart Meditation — 5-7pm. Interfaith mindfulness meditation, music and message based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing. Childcare provided. Donation accepted. Dallas Meditation Center, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMeditation Center.com.

monday uBaby Cafe — 8:30am-5pm. Mon, Wed, Fri. New and expectant mothers come together to discuss breastfeeding and receive support. Groups are alternated every week in English and Spanish. Community Baby Cafe, 8202 Spring Valley Rd, Ste 100, Dallas. 214-243-2104. Sandra.Rodriguez@ DallasCityHall.com. Spanish Made Simple — 11:15am. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com. Yoga for Children & Tweens — 4-5:15pm. Yoga helps kids to develop body awareness with positive self-image, manage stress through breathing, meditation and safe movement. $10. Shakti Yoga Center, 118 W Centerville Rd, Ste 300, Garland. 469-573-8821. Shakti-YogaCenter.com. Ayurveda Classes — 7-8pm. Learn the ancient Vedic healthcare science. Donation. Kalachandji’s Restaurant, 5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas. Bostmas@ gmail.com. Meditation Mondays with Beverly Pryor — 7-8pm. Meditation Mondays focuses on the practice and the experience of various forms of meditation. Free. Unity of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas. 972233-7106. UnityDallas.org.

Hatha Yoga — 7-8pm. A gentle Hatha yoga geared for all ages and levels with a special focus on breathing, meditation and a specific intention each sequence. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

treatments associated with LBD. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com.

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The Darshan Room — 6:30-8:30pm. Kirtan music, meditation, philosophy, vegetarian feast, spiritual discourse. Donation. The Darshan Room, 5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas. 214-810-1371. NCD@Krishna. com. TheDarshanRoom.com.

Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class — 9:30-10:30am. Learn the 108 moves. Class cost includes matriculation, a shirt, 4 months of beginning classes and 1 month of continuing classes. $10-$15/class. Packages available. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-762-1661. Dallas.TX@ Taoist.org. Taoist.org. Wives-Only Alzheimer’s Support Group — 2-3:30pm. 1st & 2rd Tues. Activities & care available at no charge with a reservation for family members if attending support group. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com. Texas Tuesdays — 5-8pm. We love local. Join for Texas Tuesdays at the bar. Every Tuesday we’ll feature $1 off local brews by the glass. Las Colinas Whole Foods, 6741 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving. WholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/LasColinas. Tuesday Meditation — 6:30-7:30pm. Experience the silence of a gently guided meditation. All levels of experience welcome. Love offering. Unity on Greenville, 3425 Greenville Ave, The Gathering Place, Dallas. KarenRomestan@DallasUnity.org. DallasUnity.org.

Dallas Green Drinks — 6pm. 2nd Wed. Meet for happy hour with other eco-conscious people. No cover, buy own drinks. Location TBD. DallasGreendrinks@yahoo.com. Greendrinks.org/TX/Dallas.

Hot Yoga 201 — 7-8pm. Open to all levels. This flowing style class links the fundamental asanas (poses) of yoga linking body, mind and breath with music. Yoga4Love Studio Cabin, Ovilla. Yoga4Love.com. Metaphysics and Meditation — 7-8:30pm. Manifestation and Mysticism– two sides of the spiritual coin. Let us practice together, while diving more deeply into universal principles and spiritual living. Open to all. Free. A Center for Spiritual Living, 4801 Spring Valley Rd, Suite 115, Dallas. 972-866-9988. Info@CSLDallas.org Calming Moon Vinyasa — 7:15-8:30pm. A composition of basic postures that can be adapted for people with mobility problems. $10. Shakti Yoga Center, 604 Main St, Garland. 469-223-6673. Shakti-YogaCenter.com.

thursday

Steady Warriors Yoga: Saint Anne – 7-8pm. Find your inner Resource, restore the soul and transform stressful experiences into personal well-being and renewed purpose. Through December 2018. Free for veterans and first responders. Saint Anne Episcopal Church, 1700 N Westmoreland Rd, Desoto. WarriorSpiritProject.org.

YES: A Young Adults Meditation Fellowship — 7-9pm. A meditation series for young adults in their 20s and 30s. Each evening will include a beginnerfriendly walking and sitting meditation, Dharma teachings and refreshments afterwards. Donation. Dallas Meditation Center, 810 West Arapaho Road, Suite 98, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMedi tationCenter.com.

Baby Basics Storytime — 12:30-1pm. Activities for moms/caregivers and infants up to 24 months old with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories. Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas. 214-671-1381. NorthPark@ DallasLibrary.org.

Group Meditation — 7:30-8:30pm. Meditate with like-minded friends to access inner peace, calmness and joy. Free. Ananda Dallas Meditation & Yoga Center, 4901 Keller Springs Rd, Ste 103, Addison. 972-248-9126. AnandaDallas@aol.com. AnandaDallas.org.

wednesday Storytime Serendipity — 3:30-4pm. Toddlers will experience tales that awake and excite. Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Ctrl Expy, Dallas. 214-671-1381. NorthPark@DallasLibrary.org. Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group — 5-6:30pm. 1st Wed. Cindy Marshall, M.D., director of Memory Care at Baylor Neuroscience Center, will address the unique concerns, challenges, &

Pizza Pie Thursdays — All day. It’s Pizza Pie Thursday! Enjoy fresh made-to-order pizzas for only $12.99 with up to three toppings. Las Colinas Whole Foods, 6741 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving. WholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/LasColinas. Alzheimer’s Support Group — 2-3:30pm. 2nd & 4th Thurs. Activities & care available at no charge with a reservation for family members if attending support group. Guest speaker each month. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com. Second Thursdays with a Twist — 5-9pm. Second Thursdays with a Twist takes an unexpected look at the Museum’s collection with a pop culture twist. Awaken the force within you by joining us for a night of rebellion, power struggles and Jedi training. $5, free for members. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. DMA.org. Dallas Vegan Drinks — 6:30pm. Meets the second Thursday of the month at various veg-friendly locations for fellowship. Facebook.com/DallasVeganDrinks.

friday Steady Warrior Trauma Sensitive Yoga — 4:305:30pm. This trauma sensitive yoga class focuses on breath and gentle yoga movements and is followed by a very restorative guided meditation. Free for veterans and first responders. Through September 2018. Studio 4, 518 W Davis St, Dallas. WarriorSpiritProject.org

saturday Plano Pacers — 8am. Set aside your last Saturday of each month for the Pacers! 1K, 3K, 8K. There is a Jr. Sprint (1K) for ages 0-12 each month. Bob Woodruff Park, 2510 San Gabriel Drive, Plano. PlanoPacers.org/race_schedule/. Chi Gong on the Lawn — 8:30-9:30am. Join on the southwest lawn over-looking Unity Bay for a Saturday morning energy re-up. Donation-based. Unity of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas. UnityDallas.org. Tai Chi Classes — 9am. Tai Chi is excellent for health, balance, back problems, and one’s general internal energy flow and energy balance. Free. Kalachandji’s Restaurant, 5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas. Bostmas@gmail.com. White Rock Lake Cleanup — 9am. 2nd Sat. Walk and talk while picking up trash and recyclables at the Sierra Club’s adopted section of White Rock Lake Park. Free juice and coffee. Gloves, trash bags, etc. provided. Love of the Lake, northeast corner of Garland Road and Buckner Boulevard, Dallas. 214-824-0244. DallasSierraClub.org. Target First Saturdays — 10am-2pm. 1st Sat. Family activities including art scavenger hunts, family tours, yoga, story time and live performances. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. 214-242-5100. NasherSculptureCenter.org. Yoga — 10-11am. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. All levels from beginner to advanced are welcome. $10. River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington. RiverLegacy.org. Yoga in the Park — 10-11am. Enjoy the serenity of yoga in the park. Perform sun salutations with guidance from Dallas Yoga Center. Meets at the Muse Family Performance Pavilion. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas. 214-716-4500. Info@KlydeWarrenPark.org Pop-Up Art Spot — 1-4pm. Looking for a hands-on experience in the DMA galleries? Visit the Pop-Up Art Spot in the Contemporary Galleries on Level 1 for sensory activities related to touch and scent, all inspired by nearby works of art. Free for all ages. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. DMA.org. Save Lucas Recycling: Styrofoam – 1-3pm. Clean Styrofoam collection food containers (clamshells, cups, meat trays, egg containers) and packing material (no packing peanuts) the first Saturday of each month at the Lucas Starbucks. 2680 Lucas Rd, Allen. Facebook.com/events/191950358084405/?active_ tab=about

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calendar of events FRIDAY, JUNE 1 First Friday Dance – 6pm. Dance the night away. Light refreshments served. $5. Lewisville Senior Activity Center, 1950A S Valley Pkwy, Lewisville. 972-219-5050. CityOfLewisville. com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 A Walk in the Park – 9am-12pm. Featuring tours of the international award-winning research and demonstration gardens at Myers Park and Event Center. Each garden will have Master Gardeners to answer questions. There will also be hildren’s activities, a rainwater harvesting demonstration and Information. Admission free. 7117 CR 166, McKinney. ccmgatx.org Butterfly Talk: Butterflies 101 – 10-11am. With Melanie Schuchart. Learn about their life cycle, unique facts about them, and how to identify some of our native butterflies. No preregistration required. Free with admission. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-5625566. HeardMuseum.org. LLEA Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. Animal tracks, deer trails, trees with personality, singing birds; we never know what we’ll find on our monthly nature walk. $5/vehicle; cash or check only. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. llela.org. Zip Line Day – 1-4pm. Soar through the treetops of the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary as you travel down the Ropes Course’s zip line. Purchase one ticket for each time you would like to go down the zip line. Preregistration required. For ages 10+. $12. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. Heard Museum.org. Primitive LLELA – June 2-3. 6pm, Sat-3pm, Sun. Spend a night out at LLELA with our guidance and our gear. We’ll teach you the basics from setting up your tent to preparing dinner over an open flame. Ages 5 & up. $25/ person. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required: 972-219-3550 or llela.org.

Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. 469-2004085. ConnemaraConservancy.org. Cell Phone Photography – 3-4:30pm. Mary Karam will teach you the most amazing photo edits that are available free on your cell. Bring fully charged phone and download the app Snapseed prior to class. Free, no reservations needed. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. 903-786-2826. FriendsOfHagerman.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 5 Girls Horsing Around Summer Camp – June 5-7pm. Ages 13-19. Indulge yourself in our 4-legged friends, leading, grooming, riding and riding and riding. Proper posture, cueing and gaits will be worked on. Obstacle courses will be used to make it fun and interesting and also to measure your progress. Then lots of trail rides. For those who have had some experience with horses and are not afraid of them. Camp Tonkawa, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. 940-440-8382. CampTonkawa.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 7 Butterfly Garden Docents Meeting – 1011:30am. Bring a brown bag lunch and learn more about the garden docent program at Hagerman NWR. Visitors welcome. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. 903786-2826. FriendsOfHagerman.com.

Triathlon Basics: Try a Tri? – 7-8:30pm. Join us to discover the ins-and-outs of triathlons: types, distances, how to get started, how to train, and what to expect on race day. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei. com/stores/95.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9 LLEA Bird Walk – 7:30-10am. Bird watchers of all skill levels are invited to join an expert birder to explore birding locations at LLELA. Ages 10 & up. $5/vehicle, cash or check only. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. Llela Early Bird Guided Walk – 8-9:30am. Dr. Wayne Meyer will lead the Early Bird walk for June, weather permitting. Birding by ear. Bring a lightweight folding chair as we will stop, sit and listen at various points along the trail. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. Register: 903-786-2826 or FriendsOfHagerman.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 Bird Walk – 7-10am. Bring binoculars and field guides if have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls from Gailon and Rodney, both with Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. Can expect about 30+ species. All ages welcome. Connemara

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Second Saturday: Least Terns – 10-11:30am. Speaker: Dr. Wayne Meyer, Associate Professor of Biology at Austin College. Topic: Least Terns, the smallest of American Terns, the Least Tern is found nesting on sandy beaches along the southern coasts of the United States and up the major river systems far into the interior of the continent,

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including at Hagerman NWR. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. Register: 903-786-2826 or FriendsOfHagerman.com. Family Health and Fitness Day – 11am-1pm. We will kick off with a bike ride around Wayne Frady Park at11am followed by games, outdoor zumba class and food for purchase from local food trucks like Snowie Naturals and The Pickled Carrot. Free. Wayne Frady Park, 535 W College St, Lewisville. CityOfLewisville.com. Volunteer & Intern Orientation – 1-2pm. Volunteers and college interns are a big part of making our year a huge success. We are currently seeking education assistants, greeters, gardeners as well as behind-the-scenes positions in marketing, admin, composting, and event planning committees. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 11 Lightweight Backpacking Basics – 6:30-8pm. Join an REI backpacking expert who will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241.

savethedate TUESDAY, JUNE 12 6:15 – 8pm Adrenal Health Seminar Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and burned out? These may be symptoms of adrenal fatigue, and if not addressed, may cause us to spiral into more serious health conditions like Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia. Pharmacist, Lark Swofford will teach us the causes of adrenal fatigue and how we can support one of our body’s most important glands. Presented by: Abrams Royal Compounding Pharmacy 4909 W. Park Blvd #177 Plano, TX 75093 For more information and to register contact 214-349-8000

THURSDAY, JUNE 14 Hands-On Bike Maintenance: Fix a Flat – 7-8pm. REI’s bike techs will share tips and tricks for fixing a flat, changing your bike tube and getting back on the go. $5/member, $10/nonmember. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei.com/stores/95.

SATURDAY, JUNE 16 The Refuge Rocks: Flutter Flutter Butterfly – 1011:30am. Programs for ages 4-7 & 8-12. Learn the facts of life for butterflies plus some Fun Facts, for example did you know that butterflies “taste” with their feet? Free. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman. Register: 903-786-2826 or FriendsOfHagerman.com. Shred Day: Plano – 10am-2pm. Can bring: old bills, documents, papers, photos, old checks, file

folders, credit card offers, bank statements, tax info, post-its, envelopes, newspaper. All welcome. Free. Christ United Methodist Church, 3101 Coit Rd, parking lot Coit & Parker, Plano. Info, Rashida Roberson: Rashida.Roberson@BankOfAmerica.com.

on how to cut weight and tailor your gear to best suit your needs. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei.com/stores/95.

Saturday at the Cabin – 12-3pm. Step back in time when you visit the historic Minor-Porter Log House. Visitors of all ages are welcome to tour the log home, smoke house and dugout. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. llela.org.

Camping Basics – 6:30-8pm. Learn how to be comfortable camping, gear and equipment, fun activities; and great local areas to give it a try. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei.com/stores/95.

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Hiking Basics – 6:30-8pm. Learn about the basics of hiking: trip planning, essential items, equipment, safety precautions, along with local resources and places to go. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei.com/stores/95.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20 Gardening with the Masters – 9-11am. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. 817-491-6333. bjnc.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 21 Beyond Backpacking Basics: What’s Inside Your Pack – 6-8pm. Join REI for this small group session

Volunteer & Intern Orientation – 1-2pm. Volunteers and college interns are a big part of making our year a huge success. We are currently seeking education assistants, greeters, gardeners as well as behind-the-scenes positions in marketing, admin, composting, and event planning committees. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org. LLEA Night Hike – 8-10pm. Follow our trail guides on a moonlit stroll down the nature trails. Ages 5 yrs & up. $10/person. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by June 29, 11am: 972-219-3550.

Zip Line Day – 1-4pm. Soar through the treetops of the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary as you travel down the Ropes Course’s zip line. Purchase one ticket for each time you would like to go down the zip line. Preregistration required. For ages 10+. $12. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. HeardMuseum.org.

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Tonkawa, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. 940-4408382. CampTonkawa.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 28 Elevated Camping: Hammocking Basics – 7-8:30pm. Hammocks are a versatile companion for any outdoor adventure, but sometimes levitation has a learning curve. Join our hammocking experts for some tips and tricks that will have you flying in no time. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241 or rei.com/stores/95.

SATURDAY, JUNE 30 Horsemanship Day Camp – 9am-1:30pm. Ages 7 & up. Adults welcome. Get a general overview of the responsibilities of having a pet of this size, and get a chance to do some basic riding. Camp U.S. $XX.XX ITY

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daily Grapevine Farmers’ Market – 9am-6pm, Sun; 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat. Eat healthy with locally-grown produce and products. 520 S Main St, Ste 203, Grapevine. 817-527-7446. FarmersMarketOfGrapevine.com. Live Green in Plano Volunteer Program – Volunteers 13 and up need. Complete a short application and attend an orientation prior to getting started. Activities include monthly garden workdays; community creek and litter cleanups; special event support and assistance; community outreach options; administration; and more. For orientation dates & registration: LiveGreenInPlano.com. Meditation for Children and Parents – With Dr Alina Olteanu. Children and parents can learn how to meditate in one session. Evening and weekend classes available. Afterwards, join our community of meditators once a month, for group meditations. $150. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. For appt: 214-736-1954. WholeChildTexas.com. MeditateWithAlina.com. Star Coyote Events – Monthly events include gong, Tibetan bowl and crystal bowl sound journeys, shamanic journey with a drum dance, kid’s energy and creativity events, and a Wed morning class series. Please see the calendar at StarCoyoteSoundTemple.com for the exact dates and times as they change each month, or call 469-344-6484.

Horizon UU Worship Service – 10:30am-12pm. Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton. 972-492-4940. Hori zonuu.org.

monday Dairy Farm Tours – Mon-Sat, by appt only. Experience life on a dairy farm with an educational tour including how and what cows are fed, the benefits of grass-crop based feed (silage), the milking parlor, bottle feeding baby calves along with the learning the benefits of drinking raw milk vs pasteurized milk. Everyone gets samples of milk. $7/person age 2 & up. Circle N Dairy, 2074 County Road 446, Gainesville. 940-372-0343. CircleNDairy.com. Free Holy Yoga: All Levels – 9:30-10:30am. Gentle Hatha/Bhakti yoga. Holy Yoga offers encouraging Bible passages during meditation and prayer in lieu of ohm-ing. Non-denominational. All welcome. First United Methodist Church of Richardson, Fitness Studio in Bartula Family Center, 503 North Central Expressway, Richardson. Jenny Bradford 214-207-8941.

Tea, Talk and Tour at Living Ethics School & Inspired Learning Academy – Families of current and prospective students K-12 can learn more about the philosophy, curriculum and relationships, tour the facility and grounds and connect with other like-minded parents and families. 340 Country Club Rd, Fairview. For more info: 214-544-8338 or CenterForLivingEthics.org & InspiredLearning Academy.org.

sunday Sunday Celebration Service Agape Center For Spiritual Living – 10am, meditation; 10:30am, service. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. Rev Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeSpiritualCenter.com. Sunday Worship: Unity Spiritual Center of Denton Service – 10am, coffee; 11am, service. Unity takes spiritual principles and makes them practical

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wednesday Prenatal Class – 12-1pm. Last Wed. Designed specifically for expectant parents, this free 1-hr course with Dr. Alina Olteanu covers numerous topics on preparing for your new arrival, such as your child’s development, immunizations, breast feeding, supplements, nutrition. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. RSVP requested: 214-736-1954. WholeChildTexas.com.

Organic Society Meeting – 6:30pm, seed & info exchange; 7pm, meeting. 3rd Wed. Denton Organic Society. Denton Senior Center, 509 N Bell Ave, Denton. 940-382-8551. Agape Community Meditation & Prayer Gathering – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience group meditation and prayer. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeSpiritualCenter.com.

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Buddhist Sangha – 7-9pm. The meeting of Horizon’s Buddhist covenant group. Meditation and study of the 8-Fold Path. Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton. 972-492-4940. Horizonuu.org.

Women’s Life Coaching Groups – 12-1:30pm. & 7-8:30pm. If you’re looking for clarity, peace, support and connection with like-minded women, join us for our weekly meetings led by two life coaches. $25. Inner Evolution Coaching, 1517 McDermott St, Allen. Amy Egan: 214-356-7646. Beekeeping Meeting – 6:30pm. 2nd Mon. Beginner to experienced keepers welcome, ages 8-80. Free. Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association. Collin College Conference Center (Central Park Campus), 2200 W University Dr, McKinney. 972843-8084.

tuesday Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas Meeting – 7pm. 2nd Tues. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. More info: 972-380-4030.

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Agape Men’s Group – 6:30-8:30pm. 1st Thurs. Open to all men. You are welcome whether it’s your first time or a regular or it’s been a while. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeSpiritualCenter.com.

friday Nature Story Times – 10:30-11am. Designed primarily for young children and introduces a different nature-themed book each week. Included in general admission, free/Heard Museum Members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. HeardMuseum.org. Community Dance – 7-9:30pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Live Music, varied styles. Fun for all ages 21 and up. $5/ person Denton Senior Center, 509 North Bell Ave, Denton. 940-349-8720.

saturday 2nd Saturday Bird Walk – Thru June. 8-9am. Learn more about birding. These walks are intended to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identification techniques. Included in general admission. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972562-5566. HeardMuseum.org. Coppell Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 8am-12pm. Seasonal produce for the North Texas area, natural meats and eggs, seafood, organic dairy products, honey, teas, breads, mixes, flowers, plants, and more. Coppell Farmers’ Market, 768 W Main St, Coppell. CoppellFarmersMarket.org.

McKinney Farmers’ Market at Chestnut Square – Thru Nov 17. 8am-12pm. Local and organic meat, dairy and produce vendors. Locally grown and produced food and craft items. Live music. In front of Roy & Helen Hall Library, 101 E Hunt St, McKinney. 972-562-8790. McKinneyFarmersMarket.com. Frisco Rotary Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 27. 8am-1pm or sellout. Local growers offer fruits and

vegetables. Also offered are baked breads, meat from local ranchers, honey, arts and crafts and various other products. 4th St between Main & Elm, Frisco. FriscoRotaryFarmersMarket.com. Trail Running – 9am. Led by Jason Tamblyn. $10/ year. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. 817-491-6333.

facilitates healing, promotes feelings of well-being and aids in transition. $15. Pilates and Yoga Studio, 200 S Austin Dr, Allen. Patsy M. Sadowski, MA, Certified Music Practitioner: 972-814-0778. PilatesForLife.com. Heard Nature Photographers – 1:30-3:30pm. 2nd Sat. Photographers of all ages and experience levels.

Denton Community Market – Thru Nov. 9am1pm. A producer-only farmers’ market and art market specializing in local produce, locally produced food items and local artisan wares. Admission free. 317 W Mulberry St, Denton. DentonMarket.org. Farmersville Farmers & Fleas Market – 9am3pm. 1st Sat. Features produce, crafts, food, jewelry, antiques and more. Onion Shed, 151 S Main, Farmersville. 972-784-6846. FarmersvilleTX.com. Agape Women’s Breakfast with Friends – 9:3011am. 3rd Sat. Enjoy breakfast, check-in and support one another, and meet some new friends. Cafe Express Shops at Legacy, 5800 Legacy Dr, Plano. Danielle: 214-551-4185. AgapeSpiritualCenter.com. Third Saturday Nature Talks – 9:30-11am. 3rd Sat. Free with paid general admission or Heard Museum Membership. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. HeardMuseum.org. Blackland Prairie Raptor Center First Saturdays – 10am-2pm. Meet raptors up-close. Take guided prairie hikes. Kids activities. Bring a picnic lunch. Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, 1625 Brockdale Park Rd, Lucas. Erich Neupert: 972-442-7607. BPRaptorCenter.org. Harp Music for Wellbeing – 12-1pm. 1st Sat. Come relax and listen to the harp, prescriptive music as it

Presentations, field trips. Membership $20/year; first two visits free. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. For more info, Tom Martin: 469-261- 3045. HeardNaturePhotographers.com Introduction to Yoga Series – 3-4:30pm. An 8-wk series of 75-90-min classes of yoga and discussion. Each week introduces an area of yoga in a way that you can jump in any time. $80. YogaJax Yoga Studio, 2001 Coit Rd, Ste 155, Plano. Preregister, Jami Jackson: 469-331-9913 or YogaJax.com. Group-Trance: 2-Hr Deep Trance Session – 6:30-8:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. Combine hypnotic storytelling and rhythm to relax the conscious mind while using array of techniques that teach your unconscious how to feel pleasure in the face of stress, because your other mind wants to learn wonderful things. Offer 1 or 2 hr sessions. $50. Dallas MetaMorph, Frisco. Registration required, Sherrie Grana: 512-589-2089 or DallasMeta-Morph.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE

CHIROPRACTIC HEIKKINEN CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE CENTER

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8411 Preston Rd, Ste 116, Dallas 5000 Beltline Rd, Ste 250, Addison 1921 Preston Rd, Ste 2004, Plano ModAcu.com We offer an approachable, natural pathway, validated by thousands of years of practice, to better health and well-being in a convenient, peaceful and modern location. In thirty minutes or less, experience healing, escape, relaxation, and a balancing of your body. In your hectic world, modern acupuncture is a necessary retreat into proven wellness. $29 initial visit. See ad on page 50.

Paul, Heikkinen, D.C., Marsha, Heikkinen, D.C. 820 E. Cartwright Rd, Suite 133, Mesquite, TX 972-285-3232 HeikkinenChiropractic.com

Our office is a family owned and operated business dedicated to helping our patients realize their natural healing abilities. We utilize chiropractic, acupuncture, massage and nutrition to effectively treat the whole person. We live to give you Back Your Life. See us for pain relief, wellness care, and much more.

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2555 Ridge Rd, Ste 150, Rockwall 972-587-0101 Believe@WellWithinRockwall.com WellWithinRockwall.com

NEW STAR CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Dr. Zhangping Lu, DC, LAc, MD (China) 425 Maplelawn Dr, Ste 101, Plano 75075 972-519-8488 DFWAcupunctureChiropractic.com Whole-body wellness center providing chiropractic care, spinal decompression, allergy testing, NAET, IMAET, detoxification, weight loss, hormone balancing, wellness programs and more. All-natural healing, no medication, no surgery. See ad, page 14.

Got Dirty Genes? Through muscle response testing, we identify which genetic variants are expressing and causing dysfunction. Vitamins and minerals can turn off your dirty genes and restore health. Our unique blend of holistic chiropractic, low level light therapy and essential oils help reduce stress and balance the body. All ages welcome. Complex cases are our specialty.

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A unique system for developing skeletal strength and improved bone health. A place where you can go to improve your overall health by focusing on the one thing we all have in common: a skeletal system. Experience improved bone density, improved posture, improved balance, improved athletic performance and less joint and back pain. For people of all ages and all activity levels. Call now for free consultation. See ad on page 31.

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DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 1601 South Lamar, Dallas 214-378-1824 DCCCD.edu

The Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is a network of seven colleges, in-cluding El Centro, Brookhaven, Mountain View, Eastfield, Richland, Cedar Valley and Northlake. DCCCD serves the region with accredited one and two year certificates, degrees and core credit courses guaranteed to transfer to Texas colleges and universities.

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11600 Welch Road, Dallas 214- 363-6311 Hockaday.org

Established almost 100 years ago, The Hockaday School provides a college preparatory educa-tion for girls; from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade, including Boarding school for grades 8-12. With an approximate enrollment of 1,000 students and a 10:1 student teacher ratio, Hockaday students enjoy a 100% acceptance rate to college.

JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DALLAS 12345 Inwood Rd, Dallas 972-387-8700 JesuitCP.org

Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas is a private Catholic institution for young men under the direction of the Society of Jesus. Located in North Dallas, it provides a student-centered education to approximately 1,000 students, grades 9-12. Our studentsâ€™ average SAT scores exceed the national average by over 200 points.

LIVING ETHICS SCHOOL & INSPIRED LEARNING ACADEMY 340 Country Club Rd, Fairview 75069 214-544-8338 CenterForLivingEthics.org (K-6) InspiredLearningAcademy.org (7-9)

Are you seeking a learning environ-ment that nurtures the whole child? Children thrive in heartcentered relationships that cultivate whole-being intelligence through nature, creativity, discovery, storytelling, meaningful learning and individual projects. Full- and part-time programs available. We welcome you to our monthly Tea, Talk and a Tour.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES TEXAS TOYOTA OF GRAPEVINE 801 State Hwy 114 East, Grapevine 877-858-0831 ToyotaOfGrapevine.com

Experience TOYOTACARE peace of mind with the purchase or lease of every new Toyota. It includes a complimentary worry-free maintenance plan and roadside assistance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.Weâ€™re currently offering a $500 Military Rebate and $750 College Graduate Rebate. See our website for details.

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A 3rd generation Dallasite, practicing Biological Dentistry for 30 years, we offer non-toxic, healthier, metal-free ceramic crowns, bridges, and implants. Mercury fillings are removed and replaced safely, and we offer convenient office hours with after work appointments. Experience a pampering environment in our centrally located office. Call our concierge to schedule an appointment now. See ad on page 4.

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HEALTH CARE BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM 1-800-4BAYLOR BaylorHealth.com/CancerCare We have a network of comprehensive cancer treatment centers throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, offering full range cancer-related and integrative medical services. Whether you want to learn about types of cancer, screenings, prevention, healthy living or support, Baylor is here for you. We offer the experience, expertise and technology you can trust.

Cathy Lemmon 469-383-8442 Cathy@HPWWC.org HealthyHealingArts.com

Dr. Daniel Strader 8222 Douglas Ave, Suite 810, Dallas 214-363-7777 2Grin.com

With 13 Urgent Care Centers, PrimaCare serves the medical needs of area families with courtesy, convenience and compassion. Open 7 days a week with extended hours. No appointment necessary. Most insurance accepted. Use our Call Ahead Service and wait where your want. Open: Monday–Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday– Sunday 8am–5pm.

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Dr. Toni Engram, DDS 151 Walton Way, Suite 102, Midlothian, TX 972-723-1035 LegacyDentistry.com Offering a full scope of general, holistic and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns and bridges. We can correct a wide variety of dental problems and can literally redesign your smile. Compassionate, Holistic care supporting you on your journey to health by educating and holistically serving your needs with integrity and respect. See ad on page 27.

PRIMACARE

13 Locations in Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex 888-286-4603 PrimaCare.com

Homeoprophylaxis (HP), a part of Homeopathy, is a major part of Cathy Lemmon’s practice at Healthy Healing Arts. HP has been used worldwide for hundreds of years with a success rate of over 90% to help fight off disease. Lemmon uses an energetic, nontoxic means of promoting immunity in a safe and natural way. See ad, page 26.

Jade Lauryne, DPM 15851 Dallas Parkway, Ste 600, Addison 214-561-8798 Jade@forlifedesign.info ForLifeDesign.net Tired of medications and their inevitable side-effects? Have you ever thought of hypnotherapy? Specifically, spiritual hypnotherapy. Suffering from Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Migraine Headaches - even Depression and Anxiety? I can help. Evening and Saturday appointments available. Certified Hypnotherapist, Diplomat of Pastoral Science, Certified Reiki Master and Vibrational Clearing.

holistic nursing ADVANCING HOLISTIC HEALTH HOLISTIC NURSING CERTIFICATION 254-751-7111 AdvancingHolisticHealth.com

The premier school of nurse coaching, offering the cutting edge of health care through the Resilience Paradigm. AHH is a nurse coaching program that meets the continuing education requirements for nurses to apply for national or international certification in nurse coaching and/or holistic nursing through the American Holistic Nurses Certification Corporation.

LAWN CARE - ORGANIC EARTH KIND SERVICES

Organic Compost Lawn Treatment Beau Propes, Owner 469-744-0281 EarthKindServices.com Organic lawn treatment that gets amazing results. Safe for kids and pets. See ad on page 23.

ACN HERBS AND VITAMINS Leslie Duong 5917 Greenville Ave, Dallas 214-887-8325 LeslieDuong.com

ACN Herbs and Vitamins specialist Leslie Duong will sit down with you to conduct a private and personal health evaluation. You can be assured her 20 years of experience in Chinese Natural Herbs will start to help you feel better in no time. Free Consultation Available. Schedule your appointment now. See ad, page 15.

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Dr. William Rea 8345 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite #220, Dallas 214.368.4132 EHCD.com The Environmental Health Center Dallas is a medical facility whose emphasis is the relationship of health and disease to environmental factors. Diagnosis and treatment is directed at determining the cause of the illness. Through thorough investigation we determine the correlation of the patient’s disease process to environmental factors. A leader in the field treating: mold exposure/sensitivity, oil spill exposures, pesticides, chemical exposure/chemical sensitivities, immune dysregulation and much more.

Dina Taylor 941-921-5066 Dina@easilyorganized.com www.easilyorganized.com Reclaim your Life. Let us help you gain control of your surroundings, reduce stress, and improve your quality of life. With 20 years’ experience helping clients establish and maintain organizational systems specifically for their individual needs and lifestyle. Call now to schedule an appointment and dont live another disorganized day.

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TENNANT INSTITUTE FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

9901 Valley Ranch Pkwy East, Suite 1009 Irving 972-580-0545 Biomodulator@senergy.us Senergy.us

Dr. Jerry Tennant MD, Medical Director 35 Veranda Lane , Ste 100, Colleyville 972-580-1156 TennantInstitute.us Providing traditional “standard-ofcare” medicine using prescription as well as complementary medicine. Recognizing that the human body is not simply a collection of independent parts but rather an integrative whole -we treat it that way. Conditions treated include chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, macular degeneration and glaucoma, as well as thyroid support, adrenal support, hormone replacement. essential oil therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. See ad, page 6.

We are the exclusive distributor of the patented Tennant Biomodulator® PLUS & PRO. These FDA accepted non-invasive devices are designed to offer an affordable, drug free, userfriendly option for the indicated use of symptomatic relief for chronic, severe or intractable pain; and adjunctive treatment in managing post-surgical and post-traumatic pain. See ad on page 33.

PETS HOLLYWOOD FEED

12 Metroplex Area locations Hollywoodfeed.com Offering some of the widest selections of natural and holistic pet foods and products in the Metroplex, these well-stocked neighborhood locations also have interesting and unique pet and pet-owner products at reasonable prices. Professional pet grooming and self-service dog washing stations available. Check out our famous Mississippi Made Dog beds.

NATUROPATHS MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

Ronit Mor, ND, HHP 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 214-612-6776 MorConcepts.com MyWellbeingCompass.com Inspiring, empowering and coaching you to naturally improve and maintain your wellbeing. Ronit's holistic, non-toxic approach helps restore vitality and lessen chronic conditions through nutrition, lifestyle and alternative modalities.

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PHARMACIES ABRAMS-ROYAL COMPOUNDING PHARMACY 8220 Abrams Rd, Dallas 214-349-8000 4909 W. Park Blvd, Plano 972-599-7700 ARP-RX.com

Family owned and operated since 1980, with more than 135 years of combined experience. Our pharmacists work to provide proactive solutions to restore health and wellness. We work as trusted partners with physicians and patients to develop targeted treatment plans and customized wellness programs for your unique needs. Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PACB) certified.

PRODUCTS FOR THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION STORE

8345 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 225, Dallas 214-361-9515 AEHF.com The only retail store in the US devoted solely to the sales of environmentally safe products for everyday use in homes, schools and businesses – we even provide environmentally safe housing. Founded in 1975, our products and the education we provide to our customers is based on extensive research into the fields of chemical sensitivity and environmental illness.

SPAS YOGA SYNERGY SPA

Firewheel Town Center 440 Coneflower Dr, Garland 972-495-7100 YogaSynergySpa.com Yoga Synergy Spa has offered Yoga for all ages since 2006, and has added saunas, Reiki Energy Healing and Raindrop Essential Oil Technique Massage. Try a private Yoga lesson for only $65.00, Group Yoga Trial for 15 days, $30.00 or Ozone special, $35.00. Relax and get fit with www.YogaSynergySpa.com. See ad on page 31.

Work like you don’t need the money. Love like you’ve never been hurt. Dance like nobody’s watching. ~Satchel Paige

SPIRITUAL CONCORD DALLAS CHURCH

Concord Dallas is the church that grows people. Their core values are passion for Christ, passion for people and catalyst for change. Services are Sundays at 7:30am, 9:15am, 11:00am, 12:45am, and online at Streamingfaith.com. Mid-week service is Wednesdays at 7:00pm. Reverend Bryan L. Carter, Senior Pastor.

5502 Ben Davis, Sachse 972-984-8946 UnityOfSachse@gmail.com UnityOfSachse.com

ABUNDANT LIFE WELLNESS AND THERMOGRAPHY CENTER

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6808 Pastor Bailey Dr, Dallas 214-331-8522 ConcordDallas.org

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We teach positive psychology based on Spiritual teachings of Jesus. Services are held Sundays at 11:30am. Join us as we share truths and principles to help along your spiritual journey. Each week’s message and all events are posted on our website for your convenience. Spiritual counseling and positive prayer available.

STEM CELL THERAPY ADDISON PAIN MANAGEMENT

16633 Dallas Parkway, Ste 150, Addison 972-380-000 AddisonPain.com Info@addisonpainmanagement.com Your quality of life matters to us and we are here to help. In practice for 15 years, focusing on treating pain with the highest level of patient care. We specialize in interventional pain management and regenerative medicine. Our approach is multidisciplinary, with experienced, friendly staff, advanced techniques and affordable prices. See ad, page 2.

Dr. Michael Einsohn 5220 Spring Valley Rd, Suite 405, Dallas 214-352-8758 ThermographyCenter.com Offering full body Regulation Thermography, including the breast. It can detect abnormalities in the very earliest of stages, many times finding underlying causes of disease. It looks at the entire body’s behavior after being stressed giving a ‘living dynamic view.’ Consultations, further eval-uation and follow up care are also offered. See ad on page 19.

VETERINARY

HEAL Veterinary Hospital Dr. Brittney Barton, DVM 4509 Lemmon Ave, Dallas 214-329-9454 HEALVet.com

We are a full service Veterinary hospital that focuses on the day to day needs of your pet, from preventative care, illness to surgical support. Devoted to helping support your aging pet, we provide rehabilitative therapies, acupuncture, education and supplemental support. Our goals include advocacy, enrichment services and we provide home delivery of medications and pet nutrition. See ad on page 26.

PAWS AND CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL DR. SHAWN MESSONNIER, DVM

2145 W Park Blvd, Plano 75075 972-867-8800 PawsAndClawsAnimalHospital.com

Offering drug-free treatments, antiaging medicine, holistic anesthesia, and blood testing for early diagnosis of cancer in healthy pets. We focus on natural wellness, detoxification, and vaccine alternatives. We happily accept new patients and continue to help those referred by other doctors, especially those with "untreatable/ incurable" diseases that respond well to our unique natural medicines. See ad on page 33.

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We are equipped to address symptoms from a variety of different conditions with our innovative therapies including neurological, autoimmune, degenerative and orthopedic conditions. Your own stem cells are responsible for healing, restoring and repairing your body. Our non-invasive therapies help you harness your own healing potential. Our medical staff will help determine whether our therapies are right for you. See ad on page 7.

As an alternative medicine specialist, Dr. Nancy Bozeman emphasizes your pet’s entire well-being by taking a holistic approach to veterinary medicine. Offering a full range of conventional and complementary modalities including Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Laser Thera-py, NAET, Nutrition Counseling and Vaccination titers. Come visit our comfortable, pet-friendly, homey office environment. See ad on page 21.

Dr. John Roland, Medical Director 14330 Midway Rd, Suite 121, Dallas 866-216-7223 AmericanStemCellCoe.com/locations/Dallas

Dr. Nancy Bozeman 621 N. Little School Rd, Kennedale 817-572-2400 TheAnimalDoctorTx@yahoo.com TheAnimalDoctor.com

Jennifer Trejo, Naturopath 3904 Boat Club Rd, Lake Worth 817-847-0900 AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com

We help with acute and chronic health concerns including autoimmune, fatigue, ADHD, gut is-sues, metabolic issues and more. Services include detoxification, enzyme therapy, homeopathy, nutrition, weight loss, functional blood analysis, hormone testing, essential oils, foot detox, and oxygen steam sauna. We offer the latest technology in Neurofeedback and Breast Thermography. See ads on pages 11 & 23.

ROCKWALL COMPLETE HEALING & WELLNESS 2455 Ridge Road, Suite 151, Rockwall 972-771-8900 RockwallColonics.com

“Our goal is to offer our community high-quality wellness services in an exceptionally comfortable and healing environment. We know that timehonored healing traditions – Acupuncture, Massage, Herbal medicine, Young Living Raindrop Therapy, Chiropractic and Colonics work. Rejuvenation, Relaxation, Relief from pain, stress and tension and the opportunity to achieve your highest potential.” See ad on page 7.

YOGA CRESCENT YOGA STUDIO 812 Alex Ln, Midlothian 469-285-3559 CrescentYogaStudio.com

Ellis County’s premier yoga studio brings peace to the mind, body and spirit. Teachers are experienced, educated and passionate about sharing their knowledge. Learn techniques to balance the body and ease hectic lifestyles. Crescent Yoga offers a wide variety of yoga styles. Over 18 classes per week. 2 Weeks Unlimited Yoga for $20.

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