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n my world, the onset of fall means resumption of two timeintensive weekly volunteer commitments: preparing for the State Fair of Texas to begin on September 29 and to represent Natural Awakenings at 11 of the myriad green, healthy and sustainable living expos, fairs and festivals in the Metroplex. Fall also brings intense morning traffic as we navigate school zones and buses and parents shuttling kids, plus concern for my coastal friends and family during the height of hurricane season. My personal summer break is over, marked by my routine arrival at the office at 6 rather than 9 a.m. Still, though we may long for and lament the end of lazier summer days, the possibility of fresh starts amid structured schedules also excites and comforts. It all gives me a heightened sense of “living on purpose”, explored by Deborah Shouse in this month’s feature article, “Aging with Passion and Purpose.” I’m learning that feeling purposeful and fulfilled means wildly different things for different people—despite the innumerable books, courses and gurus suggesting the best ways to do so. As with other areas of human endeavor, our default activity may be to compare ourselves with others; in this case, reading the article set me on a wonderful path of introspection, aided by my current mindfulness training. Reviewing what daily occupies my thoughts and time and that also brings me satisfying joy so that I keep on doing it without considering not doing so, I realized that the commonality is a bent toward helping others, whether in teaching, educating, showing, informing or sharing. Next, it dawned on me how gratified I feel when I learn something new and gain fresh insight. I especially love talking with people about what they do and how they do it. In helping others I naturally learn, grow and help myself. Contemporary science supports Seneca’s adage, “While you teach, you learn.” We are blessed by mentors great and small, and I am infinitely blessed as God’s divine purpose for my life is revealed. Two of my purpose-driven role models are friends and colleagues Luis Mendez and Waleska Sallaberry, the husband and wife team whose inspiring photo graces our cover. The publishers of Natural Awakenings Puerto Rico are rock stars in our magazine family for their constant passion for service and desire to uplift their island nation, as well as our publishing community. Radiating inner and outer beauty and strength, both are certified advanced yoga teachers and make time each year to detox, recharge and reconnect. Their three children are blessed to be growing up in an eco-minded, health-conscious community. Family mantras include “Life is good!” and “Work hard, play harder.” Meeting daily with our magazine’s advertisers and community partners reminds me that we are filled with what we focus on, and how focusing on that expands and makes us shine brighter. I love how you all illustrate effective ways to live on purpose. Blessings, Contact me at: Publisher@NADallas.com Bernice Butler, Publisher

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a green, healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

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16 1 8 globalbriefs 17 19 communityspotlight 21 EASTERN MEDICINE 21 businessspotlights FINDS A SOLID FOOTHOLD IN AMERICA 22 30 fitbody 33 greenliving 22 AGING WITH PASSION 30 AND PURPOSE 36 inspiration Finding Fulfillment, Creativity and Meaning 39 calendarofevents 42 ongoingevents 26 DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 46 community Focuses on Sustainability 18 resourceguide 33 advertising & submissions 28 TENNANT INSTITUTE by Sheila Julson

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newsbriefs Lectures and Demonstrations at Wellness Expo

he Addison Wellness Expo will feature more than 100 exhibitors from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., October 14 and 15, at the Addison Conference Centre. Participants will discover the latest in holistic medicine, nutrition, herbs, essential oils and more. They can have an aura photo taken, get an intuitive consultation, experience foot reflexology, reiki, massage and energy healing. Other highlights include fun shopping for jewelry, crystals, stones, hemp fabrics and other fine products while enjoying delicious food from Azure Restaurant. There will be 24 talks in three categories: holistic medicine, personal growth and metaphysics, covering the latest breakthroughs in holistic medicine, how to combat stress and negativity and spiritual insights. Yoga on the lawn starts at 3 p.m. Location: 15650 Addison Rd, Addison. For more information, visit WellnessExpo.net or WellnessExpo.net/nam for a free weekend pass, courtesy of Natural Awakenings magazine.

Get the Latest Cancer Information

he Living Your Best Life North Texas Cancer Expo will be held September 16 at the Omni Hotel, hosted by the North Texas Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The educational Expo is for anyone with ties to cancer, including patients, survivors, caregivers, family and healthcare professionals. It will feature lectures and demonstrations about the latest in cancer treatment and how to live the best life during the process. Th e k e y n o t e speaker is an inspiring, award-winning filmmaker that beat cancer and then climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and raised money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. There will also be presentations from top oncology and hematology experts in the region, as well as experts in healthy eating and exercise. This event is a holistic approach to helping people get questions answered about cancer-related topics. Vendors will be on hand to answer questions for participants. Admission is free, but registration is required. CEU available for healthcare professionals. Location: 555 S. Lamar St., Dallas. Register at NTXCancerExpo.org.

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Informative Green Expo in Garland

arland’s free Live Well/Go Green Expo will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., September 23, at the Curtis Culwell Center, with tips for a healthy and environmentally friendly lifestyle. Stop & Learn sessions will be presented at exhibitor booths throughout the event. These free quick learning sessions cover a variety of Live Well /Go Green topics such as cooking, rain barrels and raising chicks. Healthy You exhibitors offer free health screenings, along with helpful insights for nutrition, exercise and more. Flu, pneumococcal and shingles vaccines also will be available for a low cost. Healthy Earth exhibitors feature information for sustainable living, such as landscaping advice, energy-saving tips and recycling information. Visitors also can find a variety of natural and alternative healthy lifestyle products and services at the Expo.

newsbriefs Green Source DFW awards to feature ‘John Muir’

he sixth annual Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Award will be held by Memnosyne Institute on November 9 at the Dallas Arboretum with a virtual trip back in time. Guest speaker “John Muir” will be portrayed by Lee Stetson, who has performed as the pioneering conservationist in Yosemite National Park since 1983. “Lee has not been to the DFW area in several years, so don’t miss this opportunity to see the star of the Yosemite Theater and the Ken Burns’ National Park series as shown on PBS,” says John Muir Wendel Withrow, director of Green Source DFW. In addition to Stetson’s performance, the event will feature awards in the following categories: Large Business, Small Business, Small Nonprofit, Nonprofit Professional, For-Profit Professional and Volunteer, along with some specialty awards. North Texans will get the chance to vote on their favorite nominees during September. Finalists will be announced in October and the winners will be selected by a panel of judges from the North Texas green community. For more information, call 287-1046 or visit Tinyurl.com/2017gsdfwawards and GreenSourceDFW.org. See ad on page 11.

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Take a Peek at How Green Energy Living Looks

he 2017 DFW Solar Tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 7, by the nonprofit North Texas Renewable Energy Group. The public is invited to visit select innovative homes and buildings throughout the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex. The tour enables people to learn how homeowners and businesses are using solar energy, wind energy, energy efficiency and other sustainable technologies to save money and consume less of our natural resources. The strategies and techniques on display during this year’s tour range from things as simple and easy as changing to LED light bulbs and selecting more efficient appliances to cutting-edge, ultra-efficient eco-homes and businesses that generate as much or more energy than they consume. The tour includes green building educational presentations by Beth Johnson, with Keller Williams Realty, the first Realtor to earn the quadruple crown of green building credentials and will present throughout the day, at TreeHouse Dallas the world’s first energy-positive home improvement store, which offers many sustainable solutions such as Sunpower solar systems and Tesla power packs.

Swim Like Someone’s Life Depends On It

he seventh annual Swim Across America Dallas Open Water Swim will be held September 30 at Lake Ray Hubbard, in Rockwall. Participants of all ages and skill levels are invited to choose their open-water distance of .5 miles, 1.5 miles or three miles. There are also opportunities to volunteer as a kayaker or land volunteer. This event is not a competition, but a fun, fundraising event for everyone. Proceeds will support early detection and innovative clinical trials at the Swim Across America Innovative Clinical Trials Center (ICTC) at Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center. Swimmers are required to raise at least $500 by event day. Those under 18 or current college undergrad students are required to raise $200 by event day. A person may elect to swim alone or be part of a team. Many colleagues and college alumni will form teams, or teams may be formed in honor or memory of a loved one. All team members are still required to meet the individual fundraising minimum. For more information, email Leslie@SwimAcrossAmerica.org.

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ational Drive Electric Week will be observed locally from 10 a.m. to noon, September 9, at the Grapevine Mills Mall with an attempt to break the record again for that most electric (EV) vehicles in attendance. There are already 277 registered. Following the event, the Tesla Owners Club of North Texas will convene at Uncle Buckâ€™s Brewery to hang out and talk EVs. Educational webinars will be available all week: September 11: Introduction to EVs; September 12: Workplace Charging; September 13: Impacting the Electric Grid, Utility Considerations; September 14: Clean Communities, EVs and Municipalities; and September 15: How to Sell an EV. Presented by Plug In America, Sierra Club and the Electric Auto Association, National Drive Electric Week, from September 9 through 17, is intended to heighten awareness of the widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric cars, trucks, motorcycles and more. Event location: 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine. For more information, visit DriveElectricDFW.org.

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Even the State Fair is Bigger in Texas

elebrating 131 years of tradition in the fall, the State Fair of Texas will return for another season of food, festivities and family fun beginning September 29 in historic Fair Park with the theme of Celebrating Texans. Admission includes more than 100 daily performances, 70 Midway rides, a plethora of Midway games and endless activities across the fairgrounds. Commemorative exhibits include Texas in the First World War and America and World War I on the centennial of “the war to end all wars”. Big Tex Urban Farms is a revolutionary urban garden system in the heart of Fair Park that serves as an outdoor learning space while providing fresh, organic produce to the surrounding communities. Agriculture in Texas is a new exhibit in the Science Place building, highlighting innovations in urban agriculture. World of Magic, Backyard Circus, Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangment, Snakes of Texas, the Honeybee Tree and Butterfly House are all part of this year’s fun. Season Passes are available at BigTex. com/seasonpass. See ad on page 44.

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esearchers from several international universities have found that seniors that provide caregiving services live longer than those that do not. The scientists analyzed survival data and information collected from the Berlin Aging Study on 500 adults over the age of 69 from 1990 to 2009. They compared survival rates from the subjects that provided caregiving for children, grandchildren and friends to those that did not. Of the subjects analyzed, the half that took care of their grandchildren or children were still alive 10 years after their first interview in 1990. Caring for nonfamily members also produced positive results, with half of the subjects living for seven years after the initial interview. Conversely, 50 percent of those that did not participate in any caregiving had died just four years after their first interview. The researchers warn that caregiving must be done in moderation. Ralph Hertwig, director of the Center for Adaptive Rationality and the Max Planck Institute for Human Development, in Berlin, explains, “A moderate level of caregiving involvement seems to have positive effects on health, but previous studies have shown that more intense involvement causes stress, which has a negative effect on physical and mental health.”

Less Salt Reduces Nighttime Potty Visits

study from Nagasaki University, in Japan, has found that reducing salt in the diet can cut down on the number of trips to the bathroom during the night. Researchers followed 321 men and women with high-salt diets and sleep problems for 12 weeks. Of the subjects, 223 reduced their salt intake from 10.7 grams per day to 8 grams and the remaining 98 increased their salt intake from 9.6 grams per day to 11 grams. The nighttime urination frequency rate for the salt reduction group dropped from 2.3 times per night to 1.4 times, while the increased salt group’s rose from 2.3 to 2.7 times per night.

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esearchers from Helsinki, Finland, analyzed data from 2,000 people to find out how sleeping patterns affected their food choices. They discovered individuals that wake up early make healthier food choices throughout the day and are more physically active. “Linking what and when people eat to their biological clock type provides a fresh perspective on why certain people are more likely to make unhealthy food decisions,” explains lead author Mirkka Maukonen, from the National Institute for Health and Welfare, in Helsinki.

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eets contain high levels of dietary nitrate, which can increase blood flow and improve exercise performance. Researchers from Wake Forest University, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, tested the impact of consuming beetroot juice prior to exercise on the somatomotor cortex, the part of the brain that processes information from the muscles. Twenty-six older adults with hypertension that generally don’t exercise were split into two groups. Half were given a beetroot juice supplement with 560 milligrams of nitrate prior to a thrice-weekly, 50-minute treadmill walk for six weeks. The other half were given a placebo with very little nitrate. The beetroot juice group showed substantially higher levels of nitrate after exercising than the placebo group. “We knew going in that a number of studies had shown that exercise has positive effects on the brain,” explains W. Jack Rejeski, director of the Behavioral Medicine Laboratory in the Health and Exercise Science Department at Wake Forest and study co-author. “We showed that compared to exercise alone, adding a beetroot juice supplement for hypertensive older adults to exercise resulted in brain connectivity that closely resembles what is seen in younger adults.”

esearchers from Brown University, in Providence, Rhode Island, have found that regular yoga practice can help reduce anxiety and depression in young women with eating disorders. The scientists followed 20 girls between the ages of 14 and 18 that were enrolled in an outpatient eating disorder clinic that comprised the larger control group. Those selected agreed to participate in a weekly yoga class and complete questionnaires after six and 12 weeks, assessing their anxiety, depression and mood. Of those that started the study, five attended all 12 yoga classes and six completed between seven and 11 classes. Researchers found decreases in anxiety, depression and negative thoughts among those that participated in the yoga classes, with no negative side effects. Another study from the University of Delaware, in Newark, supports these results. Half of the 38 residential eating disorder treatment program participants did one hour of yoga prior to dinner for five days and the other half did not. The yoga group showed significant reductions in pre-meal anxiety compared to the control group.

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Computers Decipher Animal Language The Egyptian fruit bat is a highly social mammal that roosts in crowded colonies. A machine learning algorithm helped decode their squeaks, revealing that they speak to one another as individuals. The research appears in the journal Scientific Reports. Researchers at Tel Aviv University, in Israel, discovered that the bats exchange information about specific problems in four categories. Ramin Skibba, at Nature, notes that besides humans, only dolphins and a handful of other species are known to address individuals, rather than making broad, general communication sounds. Studies allow that it may eventually be possible to understand nuanced communications in other species.

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Winnebago Assists Computer Literacy Librarian Shannon Morrison drives the Digibus, a new, 40-foot-long Winnebago computer classroom that hit the road in January bound for Fresno County, California, communities with the goal of bringing free computer literacy and job searching skills to the public. It employs 12 computer tablets with keyboards and staff that include bilingual interpreters. The library bus was scheduled to spend one week at each of two different communities each month.

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The Aurora Organic Dairy pastures and feedlots north of Greeley, Colorado, are home to more than 15,000 cows—more than 100 times the size of a typical organic herd. It is the main facility of the company that supplies milk to Walmart, Costco and other major retailers. They adhere to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic regulations, but critical weaknesses exist in the inspection system the government uses to ensure that food is organic; farmers are allowed to hire their own inspectors to certify them, and thus can fall short of reaching standards without detection. Organic dairies are required to allow the cows to graze daily throughout the growing season rather than be confined to barns and feedlots. Although the USDA National Organic Program allows for an extremely wide range of grazing practices that comply with the rule, Aurora was observed onsite and via satellite imagery by the Washington Post as having only a small percentage of the herd outdoors on any given day. The company disputes the data. U.S. organic dairy sales amounted to $6 billion last year; although it is more expensive to produce, the milk may command a premium price of 100 percent more than regular.

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Charbeneau. Instructors that dive into the medical research behind meditation lead longer, 60-minute Sunday classes. Because children often deal with stress both in school and at home, there’s also Mindfulness For Kids; 30-minute sessions held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There are approximately 25 different meditation techniques, and mindfulness is one of the most effective, says Charbeneau: “What’s great about mindfulness is that not only is it a peaceful meditation practice, but it’s also an informal process in which we live, so it brings a new heightened awareness, or consciousness, to our everyday actions. It results in less stress, more emotional intelligence, less reactivity and a better balance of the body and mind connection.” Learning how to control the body’s response to stress helps us decide how we want to respond, leading to more pleasurable life experiences; scenery and senses become more apparent. “Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose in the present moment, without judgment, so it creates new shifts to take on how you live your life,” adds Charbeneau. “We often feel like we’re rats on the wheel, eating, multitasking or on the phone, and not really enjoying the process of living. Mindfulness is learning to be very present.” Seasoned mindfulness professionals include Lumpkin, as well as Dr. John Gasko and other experts in the realm of mental health. Most Mastermind teachers are licensed professional

n today’s frantic world, it’s ness Officer, Charbeneau all too easy to let random handles everything from thoughts and distractions daily studio operations, interrupt our daily functions. writing class curriculum, Even peaceful walks through hiring and training teachthe park can be marred by ers, facilitating corporate worries of an unexpected mindfulness programs and medical bill or problems in helping develop material the workplace. for businesses to incorpo Enter meditation, an rate into their employee ancient practice which practices. more people are discov Mastermind has a ering as they search for broad array of offerings mind-body balance and for those just beginning to Mari Woodlief skills to savor the present explore meditation, plus moment. Since August intermediate and advanced 2016, Mastermind, a comseminars designed to dive prehensive Dallas-based deeper in understanding meditation studio specialthe history and principles izing in mindfulness style of mindfulness and how meditation, has offered an to incorporate it into our array of classes for adults daily lives. Participants and children to help everylearn how to enhance one find a sense of peace relationships, build overall and well-being amid the communication skills and chaos that modern society balance throws our way. work-life matters. Mari Woodlief, who Jennifer Pascal co-founded Mastermind Upcomalong with Jennifer Pasing classes cal, says the concept for a meditation and workshops include studio was born from a desire to become Mindfulness for Beginners, Stress Management healthier, combined with a growing Through Mindfulness, curiosity about how meditation can Living At Your Peak improve physical and mental health. and Mindfulness for Woodlief studied mindfulness training under renowned meditation expert Anxiety. “They’re Marty Lumpkin, Ph.D. all designed to help During the genesis of Mastermind, people bring their Woodlief and Pascal met Chelsey Charlives and minds to a beneau, a Los Angeles-based meditation healthier place,” says teacher and yoga therapist who reloChelsey Ch cated to Dallas recently. . She previously arbeneau le ads beginn owned a meditation studio in Santa ing Mindfu lness class Monica, California. As Chief Mindfulnatural awakenings

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counselors and have medical training or backgrounds. Mindfulness for Kids instructors such as Michelle Goldsmith are schoolteachers or licensed professional counselors that work only with youth. Mastermind recently partnered with the Emerging Teacher Institute (ETI) at the University of North Texas – Dallas (UNT) to implement a pilot program for helping urban public school teachers use mindfulness to reduce stress for themselves and students. “Teachers absorb a lot of weight, and self-care is becoming more important in teaching,” Woodlief relates. A September 15, 2016, a National Public Radio report, “Frustration. Burnout. Attrition. It’s Time to Address the National Teacher Shortage,” notes that while there’s an uptick in teacher hiring since the Great Recession, attrition is high and enrollment in teacher preparation programs has fallen about 35 percent over the past five years. “With ETI, the idea was to build self-care into the curriculum,” says Woodlief. The partnership with UNT/ETI entailed teaching mindfulness to in service teachers in 14 Dallas Independent School Distric) elementary, middle and high schools. The eight-hour curriculum was held over five sessions, and every teacher in those schools was involved. “They learned mindfulness, including what stress does to your brain and, how mindfulness mitigates that, and they learned a way of teaching the importance of self-care and laying the groundwork to teach mindfulness to their students, with an immediate impact of being calmer teachers and setting the tone in classrooms, instead of reacting to what the kids bring in,” says Woodlief. The UNT/ETI mediation for teachers pilot program was implemented in January and finished in May. Results of the program are still being processed, but Woodlief says Mastermind staff is standing by, willing to go wherever mindfulness training is needed.

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analysis; and Eastern medimight find a point on the hands, forearm r. Carlos Chapa is the cine approaches, including or wrist that corresponds to that specific founder and mediherbal medicine, cupping type of headache.” cal director of the and acupuncture.” The doctor says they have had Acupuncture and Integrative Reflecting upon his especially good results with Bell’s Palsy, Medical Center for Holistic long experience in the field, which exhibits either weakness or Healing (AIMC), with locaChapa notes, “I’ve worked paralysis of the muscles on one side of tions in the Dallas metroplex. in a number of Western the face due to malfunction of the facial People with conditions rangemergency rooms and nerve. He explains, “Eastern medicine ing from insomnia to glautrauma centers where the has found the correlation with body facoma are increasingly turning treatment is the same for tigue, stress or a virus caused by a liver to alternative and integrative every patient’s symptoms. problem, and can have a lot of success medicine for pain, stress and Carlos Chapa They use a with acupuncture, espeweight loss and focusing on lot of steroids, antibiotics cially if it’s started when wellness instead of illness. and medications, which symptoms first appear.” Chapa is a double-board certified Chapa believes that may help inflammation naturopathic doctor and Eastern mediand provide temporary complementary, alcal doctor who has trained in China, relief, but do not address ternative and Eastern Korea and Japan, with comprehensive the underlying issues. medicine is a complete experience in holistic healing. He Most of our patients at system within itself states, “Our goal is the total removal the clinic see immediate which has been around of disease symptoms and the rapid, improvement, and after for thousands of years. gentle and permanent restoration of a few treatments of using “It is safe, natural, and health. For the most part, people can Bells-Palsy patient safe, natural, effective very effective without use the alternative medical system for modalities without side side effects,” he advises. almost all their healthcare needs.” effects, are on a path“We focus on prevention, Eastern medicine traditionally way to healing.” balance and wellness, looks at the root causes and underlying Although it still and offer a level of comissues of an illness, AIMC treats myriad uses needles, modprehensive care that is of conditions including chronic pain, rare in today’s healthcare ern acupuncture is a degenerative eye conditions, stress and climate.” AIMC accepts minimally invasive and anxiety, digestive disorders, allergies, Cosmetic Accupuncture patient most insurance plans. extremely safe proceand infertility. Eastern medicine, includdure that stimulates the nervous system ing acupuncture, is especially effective AIMC has locations in Mesquite and and connection tissue in ways that no for helping neurological conditions Irving, and is taking Oct. appointments other intervention can. “No medicasuch as Parkinson’s and Bell’s Palsy, and for a new location in Plano. For tion, therapy, or surgery can get the the clinic specializes in helping people more information, call 972same results, advises Chapa. “We use regain overall wellness and balance. 444-0660 or visit AIMClaser acupuncture, which sends low “When a patient has an illness, it level laser therapy to certain acupuncDFW.com. usually means the body cannot handle See ad on ture points, and traditional acupunca problem and needs help and support. page 35. ture, which uses hair-thin, tiny needles They have symptoms or imbalances inserted in certain points of the body to such as inflammation, weakness, or elicit different neurological responses. compromised organ function,” says For example, if a patient has a seChapa. “We use a combination of vere headache on a certain naturopathic medicine treatments such part of the head, we as homeopathy, detoxes and iridology; functional medicine for blood work

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Aging with Passion and Purpose Finding Fulfillment, Creativity and Meaning by Deborah Shouse

ant to age well? The answer isn’t in your 401k. Selfacceptance, a positive attitude, creative expression, purposeful living and spiritual connections all anchor successful and meaningful aging. In fact, these kinds of preparations are just as important as saving money for retirement, according to Ron Pevny, director of the Center for Conscious Eldering, in Durango, Colorado, and author of Conscious Living, Conscious Aging.

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While most people believe adulthood is the final stage of life, Dr. Bill Thomas is among the creative aging experts that identify another life chapter: elderhood. “Elders possess novel ways of approaching time, money, faith and relationships,” says Thomas, an Ithaca, New York geriatrician and fierce advocate for the value of aging. “The best chapters may be near the end of the book,” Thomas continues. “Once you appreciate yourself and your years, you can relinquish outdated expectations and seek to discover your true self. Then the world can open up to you,” says Thomas. “Living a rewarding life means we are willing to say, ‘These chapters now are the most interesting.’” During this time, rather than feeling consumed by what we have to do, we can focus on what we want to do.

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Fill the Funnel of Friends

For older people, relationships offer foundational connections; but as we age, friends may drift away, relocate or die. “Successful aging requires refilling our funnel of friends,” says Thomas, who considers socially engaged elders with friends wealthier than a socially isolated millionaire. “Notice opportunities for interacting and connecting,” advises Shae Hadden, co-founder of The Eldering Institute in Vancouver, Canada. Talk with the checkout person at the grocery store or smile at a stranger walking her dog.

Cultivate a Positive Attitude

Our beliefs about aging shape our experiences. A Yale University study found that older individuals with more positive self-perceptions of aging lived 7.5 years longer than those less so inclined. Connecting with positive role models helps us release limiting beliefs and embrace an attitude of gratitude instead. Other life lessons can be gleaned from observing how negativity affects people physically, emotionally, and socially. Holding onto regrets traps us in the past zapping energy and self-worth; it also keeps the best in us from shining out says Pevny. He suggests a simple letting-go ceremony, with friends as witnesses. If possible, hold it in a natural outdoor setting.

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At one of his conscious aging retreats, Pevny created a fire circle. Mike, 70, had been a dedicated long-distance runner for most of his life. Now plagued with mobility issues, Mike decided to let go of regrets. He brought a pair of running shorts into the circle and talked about what the sport had meant to him— its joys, challenges and camaraderie. Then he tossed the shorts into the fire, telling his friends, “I am letting go so I can find a new purpose and passion.”

Understand Our Life Stories

Creating our own life review helps us acknowledge and understand our most significant experiences and reminds us of all we’re bringing to our elder journey. Pevny offers these approaches: n Develop a timeline, dividing life into seven-year sections. For each, write about the strongest memories and most influential people. n Consider what matters most, from people and values to challenges and dreams. n Write to children and grandchildren, sharing tales of our life’s most significant events and lessons. n Record key stories on audio or video.

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The changes that aging brings can mire elders in depression and isolation. “Older people need to be brave and resilient,” says Susan Perlstein, of Brooklyn, New York, founder emeritus of the National Center for Creative Aging, in Washington, D.C., and founder of Elders Share the Arts, in New York City. “To age creatively, we need a flow of varied experiences, exploring new activities or reframing longtime interests from a fresh perspective.” Expressive arts can engage people’s minds, bodies and spirits. A George Washington University study shows that people engaged in the arts are happier and healthier. Perlstein understands this firsthand, having begun taking guitar lessons in her 70s. Motivated to play simple songs for her new granddaughter, she subsequently learned to play jazz and blues tunes and joined a band. “I’m doing something I love,” says Perlstein. “I’m meeting diverse people, learning new things and enjoying a rich life.”

The answers can lead to fresh settings, including local community centers and places of worship. Many universities have extension classes for lifelong learners. State arts councils support programs, and museums and libraries host helpful activities. Shepherd Centers encourage community learning and Road Scholar caters to elders that prefer to travel and study.

Discover a Purpose Older people are our Upon retirement some people feel greatest resource. We need purposeless and lost. They yearn for to nurture them and give something that offers up excitement, energy and joy. Hadden invites people them a chance to share to be curious and explore options. “We’re designing our future around what they know. ~Susan Perlstein, founder, National Center for Creative Aging and Elders Share the Arts Musician John Blegen, of Kansas City, Missouri, was 73 when he realized his lifelong secret desire to tap dance. When Blegen met the then 87-year-old Billie Mahoney, Kansas City’s “Queen of Tap,” he blurted out his wish and fear of being “too old.” She just laughed and urged him to sign up for her adult beginner class. He asked for tap shoes for Christmas and happily shuffle-stepped his way through three class sessions. “Tap class inspired me, encouraged me and gave me hope,” he says. “Now I can shim sham and soft shoe. It’s a dream come true.” To unearth the inner artist, ask: n Which senses do I most like to engage? n Do I enjoy looking at art or listening to music? Do I like sharing feelings and experiences? If so, a thrill may come from writing stories or plays, acting or storytelling. n As a child, what did I yearn to do; maybe play the piano, paint or engineer a train set? Now is the time to turn those dreams into reality. n How can I reframe my life in a positive way when I can no longer do activities I love? If dancing was my focus before, how do I rechannel that energy and passion? If puttering in the garden is too strenuous, what other outdoor interests can I pursue?

who we are and what we care about now,” she says. Try keeping a journal for several weeks. Jot down issues and ideas that intrigue, aggravate and haunt. After several weeks, reflect on the links between concerns that compel and those that irritate. Perhaps we’re intrigued by a certain group of people or a compelling issue. “A concern points to problems and people you want to help,” Hadden observes. This can range from lending a hand to struggling family members, maintaining our own health, volunteering for a literacy project or working to reduce world hunger. “Choose what inspires you to get out of bed each day, eager to move into action.”

Develop Inner Frontiers

People in their elder years may still be measured by midlife standards, which include physical power, productivity and achievement. “They come up short in the eyes of younger people,” dharma practitioner Kathleen Dowling Singh remarks. “But those standards do not define a human life.” Rather, aging allows us to disengage from the pressures of appearances and accomplishments. As we release judgments and unwanted habits, we can increase our feelings of spirituality and peace. “When doors in the outer world seem to be closing, it’s time to cultivate inner resources that offer us joy and meaning. We have the beautiful privilege of slowing down and hearing what our heart is saying,” says Singh, of Sarasota, Florida.

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Acknowledge Our Shelf Life

“We cannot speak about aging and awakening without speaking about death and dying,” Singh believes. “We need to confront our mortality.” Meditating on the coming transition opens us up to the blessings of life. We can ask ourselves deep questions such as, “What am I doing? What do I want? What does this all mean? What is spirit?” Singh believes such searching questions are vital. None of us knows how much Earth time we have to awaken to a deeper, fuller experience of the sacred.

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In today’s world of chaos and crisis, the wisdom of elders is more important than ever. “Older people need to be engaged, using their insights to help the Earth, community and world,” Pevny says. Creative aging is about improving the future for subsequent generations. In 2008, longtime educator Nora Ellen Richard, 70, of Overland Park, Kansas, wanted to be of greater service. She asked herself, “What if I housed a foreign student?” and found the International Student Homestay Program. She embarked upon an exploration of cultures from around the world without leaving home. Today, Richard has hosted more than a dozen female students and each relationship has expanded and enriched her life. “We talk about politics, food, religion and cultures; we even pray together,” Richard says. She points to memorable moments of bonding and respect, appreciation and celebration, and says, “As I’ve grown older, I’ve learned how vital it is to nurture the world I am in.” Deborah Shouse is a writer, speaker, editor and dementia advocate. Her newest book is Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together. Connect at DementiaJourney.org.

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Sustainable DCCCD T he Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), founded a little more than 50 years ago by such Dallas stalwarts as R. L. Thornton and Margaret McDermott, and now a network of seven colleges, has become one of the most important assets in the Metroplex to students, the community and its business partners. Their investment has paid dividends in economic development, workforce training and undergraduate and community education. DCCCD continues to practice community leadership in its commitment to sustainability through its policies, practices – including numerous LEED rated buildings, educational programs and events. Their annual Sustainability Summit, now in it’s seventh year, is where the North Texas community has the opportunity to interact with national sustainability leaders and become involved with local sustainability leaders and initiatives. The Sustainability Team, which guides and implements the systems’ sustainability efforts includes representatives from district and college locations, and members plan programs, network the 7 colleges and are actively involved in disseminating sustainability information to students and the community. Several college sustainability officials share how they became interested in sustainability; why they chose a career in that field; why they are excited about sustainability; and how it benefits their college and community, as well as goals for the future. Carrie Schweitzer, Director of Sustainability, Brookhaven College “In my long career at Brookhaven College, I have worked to

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develop co-curricular learning opportunities for students in leadership, service and community engagement. “Because I was, with others on campus, a champion of recycling initially, and then sustainability issues generally, when the opportunity for a new position was presented [director of sustainability], I was thrilled to fill the role. “Sustainability is all about systemsthinking and critical thinking. What’s exciting is when students connect course theory to hands-on field work, community service and other lived experiences. It could be course-related water testing with the city of Farmers Branch or working in our native plant garden on campus, or even watching and discussing a documentary about local environmental injustice. It’s about raising awareness, making connections and planting seeds for sustainability leaders. My greatest goal is that Brookhaven students are prepared to take on the very complex challenges facing us locally and internationally.” Lori de la Cruz, Sustainability Project Coordinator, Mountain View College “After partnering with several schools on sustainability projects as a consultant, I really enjoyed working in the academic atmosphere, which is why I chose this field of work. Community engagement and the opportunities for outreach are very diverse . We offer projects and programming from solar energy to biodiversity; food to geology; recycling to habitat preservation; and more. “We have two significant sustainability contributions. The woodland area on the north side of campus offers

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accessible walking trails, a rare section of blackland prairie and abundant biodiversity. It’s a great carbon sink, absorbing and storing CO2, reducing our greenhouse gas impact. Food-related issues are important, too; our community garden and aquaponics lab are significant learning areas for the region. “Our sustainability program should continue to thrive as students discover its importance in their careers and the community embraces the abundance of opportunities to participate in and learn more about this inspiring field.” Brandon Morton, Sustainability Coordinator, North Lake College “As a Dutch-born American, I grew up with strong egalitarian and environmental values. My passion for the environment naturally evolved into a passion for sustainability. My work as an environmental research laboratory assistant led to my career in higher education and campus sustainability. I am proud to be part of the North Lake College family and its longstanding campus culture of sustainability and service. Our new Master Plan 2035 contains aggressive goals for onsite renewable energy, global education, and overall campus development to meet the needs of future students. “What excites me most about community engagement is collaborating with businesses, community leaders and organizations on sustainability. Sustainability requires organizations to collaborate and plan for a more prosperous future. “North Lake’s significant sustainability contributions to the community include a sustainable campus living lab; degrees and certificates which integrate sustainability in the curriculum; SAGE Scholars

program; and student leadership development through service learning with nonprofit organizations.” Maria Boccalandro, Interim Dean and Sustainability Director, Cedar Valley College “As a Latina urban planner student, I saw how the lowest-income population lived in the most polluted, high-risk places. The sustainable economic development concept captivated me. I volunteered and then worked part-time at Mountain View College as sustainability project coordinator. I’m passionate about sustainability. “Cedar Valley is a minorityserving institution; when we host sustainability awareness events for our community, they come and are so grateful. Learning about water harvesting, organic gardening, soil rebuilding, zero waste, sustainable tourism and environmental justice gives them hope of a better future for the region. “The college has received many prestigious national awards, including recognition as a Center of Excellence in Sustainability, honors that have put a small college in southern Dallas County on the leading edge of ‘sustainability in practices in action’, which is the mission of the Sustainable Communities Institute.” Maggie Lopez, Sustainability Team Representative, El Centro College “I became involved in sustainability because I wanted to be more aware of the environment and how, as an educator, I could help others. I currently serve as chair of the college’s sustainability committee, which has made me more aware of the environment and my part in helping others learn about sustainable practices

for work and home. Our sustainability committee handles sustainable practices and events for El Centro. My passion for environmental issues and loving Mother Earth is why I continue to serve as chair and why I serve as sponsor for the Environmental Club. “I am excited when the college makes connections with city government and nonprofit organizations, especially during April, when Dallas hosts Earth Day at Fair Park and we host Earth Day at the college. The college participates in recycling, upgrades lighting, water resources and heating and cooling systems, and implements sustainable practices in the classroom. I hope to keep the sustainability committee active, promote more events and see the sustainability scholars program implemented.” Dr. Terrance Wickman, Sustainability Coordinator, Eastfield College “I am interested in the well-being of future generations and I believe that most people want a clean environment for themselves and for future generations. As sustainability coordinator, I believe that I can have a greater impact on educating and implementing sustainability initiatives. Eastfield’s president, Dr. Jean Conway, has created a climate for improving our environment, as well as educating both our community and students about sustainability. “Eastfield College minimizes spending on resources and minimizes its carbon footprint through conservation, innovative technology and resource allocation. We are a Designated Tree Campus and a hub for the innovative ‘Cease the Grease’ program so that community partners can recycle byproducts which might otherwise end up in our drinking water systems. “Eastfield’s goals are to become a

net zero contributor of carbon into our environment and to continue to offer more learning opportunities and courses that will enable future generations to enjoy a better quality of life and healthy environment.” Richland College Sonia Ford, Sustainability Project Coordinator, Richland College Richland College has long been dedicated to “green” programs and efforts, and I’m excited about the collaboration we are developing among our facilities sustainability office, administration, faculty, Student Green Team and student organizations. We also are paving the way with our community partners, such as the Texas Trees Foundation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and others. Through these partnerships, we can offer learning and grant opportunities to help Richland enhance and manage our campus resources, as well as offer paid internships for students. Our strong community partnerships, coupled with Richland’s Facilities Sustainability Campus Living Labs, are providing our students with hands-on, real-world experience that prepares them to become future sustainability leaders in our community. My hope for the future of our college sustainability program is that, by integrating sustainability and raising more awareness among our students, faculty, and staff in our daily life, we will protect the earth and our society for future generations. Other members of the DCCCD Sustainability Team at district colleges and downtown headquarters include Steve Schellenberg, district office; and Georgeann Moss, district office. For more information, visit Online.dcccd. edu. See ad page 14.

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Tennant Institute Team Continues to Think Outside the Box by Sheila Julson

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enowned yogi and international teacher Rodney Yee, of New York City, has maintained an inspired yoga practice for 37 years while juggling career obligations, fame and family life. While the benefits of yoga are increasingly well known— from stress reduction and pain management to a more limber body and inner peace—Yee is also aware of the challenges to maintaining a consistent practice. Here he shares insights on the pitfalls encountered by both beginning and advanced students. “My advice is to first get rid of self-berating behavior, including judgmental inner dialogue. In many aspects of life, we are constantly measuring ourselves against a standard, which is a waste of time and energy,” says Yee. With a professional background in classical dance and gymnastics, Yee decided to give yoga a try at a nearby studio when he craved more physical flexibility. “As many people do, I came to yoga for a reason. I was a dancer with tight joints. After the first class, I couldn’t believe how I felt. It was not at all like an athletic high; I had a sense of well-being and knew what it means to feel peaceful and clear.” For people with jam-packed lives, finding time for exercise can be daunting. Yee suggests a relaxed approach to scheduling yoga into a busy day. “As the rishis [Hindu sages] say, we shouldn’t ‘try’ to meditate, not try to force a natural state. To say, ‘I have to do yoga,’ just puts another thing on our to-do list. Sometimes discipline is needed, but another part of discipline is not about force.” Different approaches to yoga abound, and part of staying motivated may include exploration of a variety of traditions as individual needs change due to lifestyle, health, interests or simple curiosity. Yee reminds us to go with the flow and follow how we feel in the moment. “Different schools of yoga exist because each offers something different. There is a form for all of our moods and a practice for how you feel at any given time.”

You can blink and half your life is gone. You can’t always be busy, busy, busy; you have to decide how to fill your life. Reflecting on how his own practice has evolved through the years, Yee recollects, “In my 20s and 30s, my yoga practice was arduous, including three to four hours of strong, physical work and a half hour of pranayama [breath work]. Then for 20 years, it involved a lot of teaching. Over the past 17 years, my practice has become more subtle, with a focus on sequencing and meditation; it’s about how to do this all day long in the context of my body and my life; about being both centered and in the world. In some way, we’re always doing yoga, as we already take 20,000 breaths a day. From a philosophical and ethical point of view, yogis have no choice but to practice.” Because many American women have found their way to a yogic path, men often assume it’s primarily a women’s niche. But yoga has been a male practice for nearly 2,500 years in other countries. Yee encourages men to not feel intimidated. “Why not try something that can help you improve your business, family life and even your golf game?” he queries. While Yee believes in a no-pressure approach, he also suggests inviting ways to foster consistency. “If you are just beginning, set aside a half-hour before going to bed or get up a half-hour earlier. Also note that pain is less to be avoided than learned from.” Wisdom can come from dedication to a yoga practice. Yee’s philosophy is, “You can blink and half your life is gone. You can’t always be busy, busy, busy; you have to decide how to fill your life. As spiritual teacher Ram Dass counsels, ‘Be here now.’ Train yourself to bring body, mind and heart together and fully drink from that.” Learn more at YeeYoga.com. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com. natural awakenings

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Riverfront Jazz Festival 2017 – Sept 1-3. Dallas’ inaugural Riverfront Jazz Festival with 35 national and international music artists on three stages and highlight the city‘s charm and culture. Erykah Badu, Will Downing and Najee are the festival Honorary Chairs and among the diverse artists who will perform. Texas Horse Park, 811 Pemberton Hill Rd, Dallas. 214-743-2400. TBAALRiverFront JazzFestival.org. Drum Circle – 7-9pm. Drum your prayers and set your intentions. Use our percussion instruments or bring your own. Free. CSLDallas, International Pkwy, 4801 Spring Valley Rd, Ste 115, Dallas. 972866-9988. CSLDallas.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Early Morning Birding – 7-9am. Bring your binoculars and bird book if you have them. The center›s expert birders will lead you on a guided birding hike through the trails of the Great Trinity Forest. Trinity River Audubon Center. 6500 Great Trinity Forest Way, Dallas. TrinityRiver.Audubon.org/Programs/ Early-Morning-Birding-0. DFW Free Day of Yoga Kick-off – 9am-2pm. Come to 11th annual kick-off festival featuring live music, giveaways, vendors, mini yoga classes and a huge community yoga class featuring some of the state’s best yoga teachers. Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 Great Trinity Forest Way, Dallas. 214209-5801. DFWFreeDayOfYoga.com. Labor Day Weekend at the Dallas Arboretum – Sept 2-4. 9am-5pm. Enjoy food, lawn games, wine samplings, live music and much more at this festive event. $15. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas. 214-515-6525. DallasArboretum.org.

Intro to Vegetable Gardening – 1pm. Kim Martin and Laurie Bostic of Barking Cat Farm present this fun and informative class for those who are ready to grow their own food but wish they knew more about the subject. $25. Botanical Research Institute of Texas, 1700 University Dr, Ft Worth. Bit.ly/2wNo69l. The Monarch Migration and Local Pollinators – 1-3pm. Monarch butterflies travel through our area on their way to their overwintering habitat in Mexico. Learn about this great migration and how you can become involved in citizen science activities. $10. Botanical Research Institute of Texas, 1700 University Dr, Ft Worth. Bit.ly/2gcbVg1.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Dallas County Green Party: General Meeting – 11am-1pm. Agenda items that have been submitted include SB4 – what will the Green party do in response to SB4; and local events in Dallas. Union Coffee, 5622 Dyer St, Ste 100, Rm B, Dallas. Bit. ly/2gc5s4u. DFW Free Day of Yoga – 6:30pm. Join the Fort Worth community in a beautiful natural setting for a

fun, free class. Free. Tandy Hills Natural Area, 3400 View St, Fort Worth. DFWFreeDayofYoga.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

DFW Free Day of Yoga – 8am-1pm. Join on Labor Day for the 11th Annual DFW Free Day of Yoga at Crescent Yoga Studio. Free. Crescent Yoga Studio, 812 Alex Ln, Midlothian. 469-285-3559. Crescent YogaStudio.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

STAR Certified Master Composter Class – Sept 7-9. 6-8:30pm. This master composter class features hands-on composting and building a composting system at the New Hope Garden at the Austin Street Center in Dallas for the homeless. $25. Keep Dallas Beautiful, 701 Commerce St, Dallas. Keep DallasBeautiful.net.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Camping at Purtis Creek State Park – Sept 8-10. 6:30pm-11am. Join for a fun-filled weekend designed to help your family discover the joys of camping. All camping gear and equipment required for an overnight stay at the park are included with each reservation. Purtis Creek State Park. 512-3898903. Tofsp@tpwd.texas.gov. Stop Energy Transfer Partners – 3:30-6:30pm. A coalition of frontline communities and allies are taking coordinated action to force withdrawal of their unnecessary and damaging pipeline projects. Free. Energy Transfer Partners, 8111 Westchester Dr, Dallas. Bit.ly/2vnU8oM

David Conn Paintings and Prints – 4pm. This group of paintings and prints is a retrospective exhibition that creates a sense of being in and of the forests portrayed. Botanical Research Institute of Texas. 1700 University Dr, Fort Worth. BRIT.org.

savethedate Friday Sept 8- 9am through Saturday Sept 9 - 1pm ROD STRYKER – ASANA & BEYOND Join Rod Stryker for a weekend immersion. Explore yoga & meditation with an emphasis on the teachings of the Isha Upanshad. Enjoy practices that highlight the power and wisdom that lies beyond the mind and senses. 3 Day pass includes a Sangha Lunch. All levels welcome. Between $75 - $450.

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Health and Resource Fair for Caregivers and Seniors – 10am-2pm. LABC Lifestyle Center’s mission is to provide resource for caregivers caring for loved ones suffering with Alzheimer Disease or some other form of dementia as well as seniors in general. Free. LABC Lifestyle Center, 2912 Little Rd, Arlington. 214-680-5681. ChartedJourneyCare.com. National Drive Electric Week – 10am-12pm. Mingle with electric vehicle participants at Parking Lot 2C, where you’ll have a chance to ride in EVs and learn from current owners. Hosted by the Tesla Owners Club of North Texas. Grapevine Mills Mall, Grapevine. DFWCleanCities.org/NDEW. W.A.T.E.R. Festival – 10am-2pm. Join to celebrate the wonderful resource of water with a variety of family-friendly activities, crafts, games and demonstrations at this water science fair. Free. River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington. RiverLegacy.org.

Make a Rain Barrel – 11am-12:30pm. Register for the opportunity to create your own 55 gallon rain barrel. The program will include how and why to harvest rainwater as well as explain the effects of storm water on the environment. $50 per barrel. Biodiversity Education Center, 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell. KCB@Coppelltx.gov.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Prairie Seed Swap and ID Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Join as we learn about native grass and wildflower seed identification, swap seeds and mix-about. Amon G. Carter YMCA, 512 Lamar St, Ft Worth. Fortworthnpat.wordpress.com.

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Living at your Peak – 7-8:30pm. The shifting of mindset happens when the mind is calm and settled. Reach your peak state through the practice of mediation. $35. Mastermind Meditate, 3858 Oak Lawn Ave, Ste 410, Dallas. 214-522-4575. Master mindMeditate.com.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

North Texas Giving Day 2017 – 6am-11pm. Annual 18-hour online giving extravaganza for North Texas nonprofits to help build awareness and support for nonprofits in the North Texas region. Your donation will be amplified with bonus funds and prizes. NorthTexasGivingDay.org.

Monotypic Bird Species of the World – 7:30pm. Expand your knowledge about some of the world’s most unique and exotic species of birds. Texas Birding Expert David Sarkozi will present an informative program on fascinating avian families throughout the world. UNT Health Science Center. 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Research and Education Building, Rm 100, Ft Worth. FWAS.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

PARK(ing) Day Dallas – 11am-6pm. Join this annual, worldwide event where artists, activists and citizens turn parking spots into temporary public parks and other spaces for people to enjoy. Free. Main Street District, 1900 Main St, Dallas. Bit. ly/2vnAZmR.

Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art – 6-11:59pm. Each Late Night offers hundreds of experiences for visitors of all ages with performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, talks, family programs and more. $10/public, $5/ students, free/members. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1200. DMA.org. til Midnight at the Nasher – 6-11:59pm. ‘til Midnight at the Nasher presents live outdoor concerts featuring the best in regional music talent and film screenings in the Nasher Garden. Free. 2001 Flora St, Dallas. 214-242-5100. NasherSculptureCenter.org.

Family Safari Night at the Zoo – 7-10pm. Come see what goes on after the lights go out at the Zoo. Join us as we show you the fascinating world of animals through a Zoo tour, activities, special talks and an opportunity to see some of our animals upclose. Ages 6 and up. $20. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. RL Thornton Frway. 469-554-7500. DallasZoo.com. North Texas Food Bank Fourth Annual Harvest – 7-11pm. This event brings together the community of Dallas for a day of philanthropy and fun. Enjoy the culinary creations of various Dallas chefs as they provide delectable samplings, take part in a silent auction and grab a tantalizing craft cocktail. The Shed, Dallas Farmer’s Market, 1010 South Pearl Expy, Dallas. 501auctions.com/ntfb.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Heart of Gold 5K: Run for the Children – 7:30am5pm. In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Heroes for Children and Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer are partnering to host the Heart of Gold 5K Run for the Children. $30. The Plaza at Galatyn Park, 2301 Performance Dr, Richardson. RunForThe Children.org.

Run for Recovery 5k/10k – 7:45-10am. Familyoriented run/walk benefiting Homeward Bound Treatment Center, raising awareness and funds for clients in treatment for addiction. $25-35. TW Richardson Grove, 333 E I-635, Irving. 972-9773242. RunForRecovery.com. Neighborhood Litter Stomp – 8-11am. Neighborhood Litter Stomp is a chance for community groups to band together and clean up Fort Worth neighborhood streets and parks. Gloves and bags will be supplied for all volunteers. Bit.ly/2w4FFkp.

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Trinity Trash Bash – 8-11am. Pick a location and bring a group, a friend or just yourself to help clean up trash along the Trinity. When the trash is all bashed, volunteers are treated to an after party with free food, door prizes and entertainment at from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 600 E. Northside Drive, Fort Worth. TrwdTrashBash.com/fall/. Native Plant Sale – 9am-1pm. Organically grown plants for sale, grown mostly from local seeds and cuttings. These plants are better adapted to our local climate and rainfall. Pricing and plant info on website. Randol Mill Park Greenhouse, Arlington. TheWildscape.org/plant-sale.php.

Composting Basics – 10-11:30am. Nature has being doing it for ages. We’re just going to help it along to reap the great benefits for the soil: healthy growth, disease resistance, diversity enhancement and much more. Free. 7700 Northaven Rd, Dallas. NHG.com.

Trinity River Wind Festival – 11am. Sixth annual outdoor event featuring family friendly activities. Event is bike and dog friendly too. Kite flying, wildbird presentations, crafts, vendors. Free. 146 W Commerce, Dallas. TrinityRiverCorridor.com/ about/trinity-river-wind-festival. Raise a Beer to the Environment – 12-5pm. Join us for a day of beer and fun. Entry gets you a souvenir pint glass and three beers. The club keeps half the proceeds for a fundraiser. Identify yourself at the door as being with the Sierra Club. $20. Panther Island Brewing, 501 N Main St, Ft Worth. Bit.ly/2ix4hxz.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Promise of Peace Garden: Okrapalooza – 11am2pm. A music and food festival supporting Promise of Peace Gardens. The Lot, 7530 E Grand Ave, Dallas. Okrapalooza.com.

Roller Coaster Race – 7am. This race combines running with the excitement of an amusement park to create a fun family weekend. Run a 10K, 5K, or sign up for the Roller Coaster Ride and we’ll track your coaster rides throughout the day as you try for a total distance of 5K. Run, walk or ride. $40. Six Flags Over Texas. 2201 Rd to Six Flags, Arlington. RollerCoasterRace.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Holy Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Holy Yoga uses encouraging Bible passages in meditation and prayer. Free. First United Methodist Church of Richardson, 503 N Central Expy, Richardson. 214-207-8941. JennyBradford@HolyYoga.net.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

UN Peace Day Yoga – 9:30am-8:15pm. All classes on this day will have a special focus on inner and world peace with music, beautiful mantras, poems, and affirmations to promote peace today and every day. Bring a friend free. Crescent Yoga Studio, 812 Alex Ln, Midlothian. 469-285-3559. CrescentYogaStudio.com.

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Gong Meditation Workshop – 6:30-8pm. The physical sound and vibration of the gong is powerful and soothing, invigorating and relaxing. Enter the studio, lie down on a nest of blankets and bolsters, and allow the sounds to “wash” over you. $20. Dallas Yoga Center, 4525 Lemmon Ave, Dallas. 214-443-9642. DallasYogaCenter.com.

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Oktoberfest Run Und Ride – 9:45. This race offers a 20mile urban bike ride, a 5k, 10k and an fun run on and around Trinity River. The bike ride is a bike rally, not a race, riders enjoy leisure and helmets are required. Race swag include Oktoberfest race shirt, Ft. Worth’s Oktoberfest Stein and drink tick, free entry to Oktoberfest and free race parking. Registration $29-35. Panther Island Pavillion, 395 Purcey St, Ft Worth 76102. RunProject.org/ oktoberfestrunundride/.

Autumn at the Arboretum – Sept 23-Nov 22. 8am5pm. The garden is a spectacular show of color with 4,500 of fall’s favorite flower-Chrysanthemums, along with 150,000 stunning, fall blooming plants. This year, AAA features the theme The Wizard of Oz. $15. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas. 214-515-6525. DallasArboretum.org.

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Back to School with Essential Oils – 7-9pm. Essential Oils are making their way into classrooms to help kiddos improve their focus, moods, and to stay healthy. Donation-based. Unity of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas. 757-375-7669. UnityDallas.org. Five55 Aquathlon Series - 6:30am. This best stroke and stride race event consists of a 500 meter swim and 5K run and a swim only event of 2.4 miles swim. Lake Grapevine, 3000 Meadowmere Lane, Grapevine. Entry fees$15-40. Five55Series.com/dallas.php.

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Homeschool Class for Families – 11am-12:30pm. The Homeschool Class for Families offers an interactive Museum experience for children ages 6–12. Discuss works of art in the galleries, participate in a hands-on activity, and create a work of art in the studio. $8/public, $5 DMA member. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. DMA.org.

Opening Reception for the 25th Annual OMOT Regional Art Show – 6-8pm. Come explore the artistic talents of business professionals in North Texas. Free. NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas. 972-991-8300 x602. NTBCA.org.

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National Public Lands Day – 9:30-10:30am. Celebrate on a hike with a ranger and a trash bag to help pick up your trails. Bring gloves, hat, water, sturdy shoes. Event is free with park entrance fee. Pelican Point Day Use Area, Cooper Lake State Park. 903-945-5256. Katelyn.Juenger@TPWD. Texas.gov. Operation Kindness Hosts 23rd Annual Dog Day Afternoon – 10am-12:30pm. The annual event is the largest festival in Dallas-Fort Worth celebrating dogs and the people who love them. Highlights include vendors selling pet-related merchandise, canine contests, free microchipping for the first 125 dogs, free “Ask the Vet” tent and more. Free. 3201 Earhart Dr, Carrollton. 972-418-7297. OperationKindness.org. Mindful Meditation for Fertility and Pregnancy – 1-3pm. This workshop will help you create the optimal environment for growing baby and help to prepare those trying to get pregnant. LPC, Katharine Ottone will share the importance of incorporating mindfulness meditation. $35. Mastermind Meditate, 3858 Oak Lawn Ave, Ste 410, Dallas. 214-522-4575. MastermindMeditate.com.

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daily 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. The Omni Imax: Ft Worth — Showtimes and features online. $7/adults, $6/children 2-12 & seniors. Ft Worth Museum of Science & History, Omni Theater, 1600 Gendy St, Ft Worth. 817-255-9300. FWMuseum.org.

Lunch Time Yoga — 11:30am-12:15pm. Take a break from your day and spend lunch with us! Enjoy a 45 minute flow class that will to re-energize your body, mind and spirit. Free. Shakti Yoga Center, 118 W Centerville Rd, Ste 300, Garland. 469-573-8821. Shakti-YogaCenter.com.

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, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. 972-432-7871. Dallas MeditationCenter.com. Happy Hour at Bar Alto — 5-7pm, weekdays. Take $1 off selections of wine by the glass. Patrons may sit at the bar or in the cafe or take it with them while they shop. Whole Foods Market, 4100 Lomo Alto Dr, Highland Park. 214-520-7993. WholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/ HighlandPark.

Happy Hour at Sundown at Granada — 5-7pm. Half price flatbread, $3 Guns & Oil American Lager, $5 house wine & $4 well drinks. Neighborhood beer garden and restaurant, featuring wild caught seafood, organic meats and dairy, and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. 3520 Greenville Ave, Dallas. 214-823-8305. SundownAtGranada.com.

sunday Hiking Yoga — 9-10:30am. Our 90-minute yoga hikes stretch, strengthen and re-focus you on the trail. $20. Revechron Park, 3505 Maple Ave, Dallas. 972-505-1201. YogaBusinessConnection@gmail. com. CardioYogaFusion.com/HikingYoga.html.

Sunday Service/Meditation and Purification — 9-11:15am. Participate in meditation, chanting

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and readings from the Bible and Bhagavad Gita. 9-9:45am, Meditation and Purification; 10-11:15am, Service. Ananda Dallas Meditation & Yoga Center, 4901 Keller Springs Rd, Ste 103, Addison. 972-2489126. AnandaDallas.org. Vegan Sunday Brunch at Spiral Diner — 9am5pm. Vegan diner and bakery since 2002. Sunday brunch features vegan pancakes, tofu scramble, breakfast quesadillas and organic mimosas. 1314 W Magnolia Ave, Fort Worth & 1101 N. Beckley, Dallas. SpiralDiner.com.

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. Vickery Meadow Market — 10am-3pm. Community farmers market with local farmers, ranchers and artisans selling fruits, vegetables, cheese, meats, hand-crafted foods and more. Half Price Books, 5803 E. Northwest, Dallas. GoodLocalMarkets.org. 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.

Meditation at the Crow Collection of Asian Art — 2-3pm. Join Kadampa Meditation Center of Texas in the Crow Collection galleries to learn meditations to relax body and mind, achieve inner peace and develop a kind and patient attitude toward others. Free. Crow Collection of Asian Art, 2010 Flora St, Dallas. MeditationInTexas.org. Dallas Organic Garden Club — 2:30-4:30pm. 4th Sun each month. North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven Rd, Dallas. GDOGC.org.

Tai Chi at While Rock Hills Branch Library— 3-4pm. This open-level series of classes use movement, breathing and visualization exercises to relax the body, increase feeling awareness, and sharpen mental focus. Free. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd, Dallas. 214-670-8443.

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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.

Core 30 — 9:30-10am. Core 30 is a brand new 30-minute core fitness class that will incorporate exercises to strengthen the abdominals and back. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W. Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. 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. 469-5738821. Shakti-YogaCenter.com. Gentle Yoga — 5-6pm. Learn a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support will be offered. Wear fitness shoes with good support. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

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.

Monthly Meditation — 7:30-8:30pm. 1st Mon. Join Lake Highlands Acupuncture for this monthly meditation. Beginner and seasoned meditators are welcome. RSVP suggested. Donations welcome. Lake Highlands Acupuncture, 10252 E NW Hwy, Dallas. 214-267-8636. Heather.Harper.Ellett@ gmail.com. LakeHighlandsAcupuncture.com. Su/Zen Poetry — 8pm. Readings from the esoteric masters at the Community Table. All dimensions welcome. Free. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

tuesday 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

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Aquacise — 9:30-10:15am. Low impact water aerobics for all levels. Participants must be members of the Coppell Senior and Community Center. Free. Aquatic Center & Recreation Center, 234 E Pkwy, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Yo-Lates — 10:30-11:30am. Yoga poses are performed in a slow flowing progression mixed with Pilates, focusing on posture and core stability to create symmetry, flexibility and strength. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W. Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Alzheimer’s Support Group — 2-3:30pm. 2nd & 4th 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.

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. Community Acupuncture — 6:30-7:45pm. Auricular (ear point) acupuncture is provided in group setting for relaxation, reduction of cravings and cleansing. $20/advance, $25/at door. White Rock Holistic Wellness Center, 718 N Buckner Blvd, Ste 416-103, Dallas. 214-642-0002. Walz.Jennifer@ gmail.com. DallasHolisticWellnessCollective.com.

Circle of Men — 7pm. A regular gathering in a safe non-competitive environment to share with other men. This powerful tool helps men feel better in general. Love offering. The Gathering Place, Unity on Greenville, 3425 Greenville Ave, Dallas. 214-826-5683. Drew Weininger: KarenRomestan@ DallasUnity.org. DallasUnity.org. Kalachandji’s Yoga — 7-8:15pm. A wonderful beginners and intermediate class on yoga. Donation. Kalachandji’s Restaurant, 5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas. 214-810-1371. NCD@Krishna.com.

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Chair Massage — 3-6 pm. Sign up for an appointment in advance or walk in. 10-minute minimum. $1/minute. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. Circuit Training — 5-6pm. The class will work on the cardiovascular system and all major muscle groups in a fun format. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. FDerita@CoppellTx.gov. 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, & treatments associated with LBD. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com.

Coloring Club for Adults at Oak Lawn Library — 6-7:30pm. We will provide you with colors and coloring pages or you can bring your own. Enjoy time with other creative people, de-stress, and have some fun! Adults 18 and up. 4100 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas. 214-670-1359.

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.

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, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMeditationCenter.com.

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. Country and Western Dance Lessons — 7:309pm. 3-week, 2-step series, then 3-week waltz series. Sandunga Dance Studio, 2155 Marsh Ln, Carrollton. Info, cost: 972-418-1600.

wednesday Read and Learn — 10:30-11:30am. Features musicians, storytellers and puppets performing for newborns to 6 yr olds. Reading activity is followed by a guest performer. Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Ctrl Expy, Dallas. 214-671-1381.

Baby Bounce Basics — 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.

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. Gentle Yoga — 5-6pm. Learn a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support will be offered. Wear fitness shoes with good support. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

COH Donation Yoga Class — 7-8pm. Yoga flow class for all levels. Bring own yoga mat. Free. Donations accepted benefit local missions. Community of Hope UMC, 1800 E Debbie Ln, Mansfield. 817453-2328. CommunityOfHope.com. Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class — 7-8:30pm. 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.

Fit Dance Plus — 9:30-10:30am. Aerobic fun with simple foot patterns, working around a chair, adding balls and or weights for coordination, balance and muscle work and ending with gentle stretching. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Dallas Vegan Drinks — 6:30pm. Meets the second Thursday of the month at various veg-friendly locations for fellowship. Facebook.com/DallasVeganDrinks. The Darshan Room — 6-8pm. Kirtan music, meditation, philosophy, vegetarian feast, spiritual discourse. Donation. Kalachandji’s, 5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas. 214-810-1371. NCD@Krishna.com. TheDarshanRoom.com.

Rockwall Holistic Practitioners Network Meeting — First Wed. 6-8pm. Monthly meeting of holistic practitioners in Rockwall and surrounding areas to share information, ideas, events and fellowship. $125 annual dues. Cris Stone Pilates, 203 N Alamo Rd, Rockwall. 214-454-2842. Cris Stone: CrisBStone@gmail.com. Facebook.com/ RockwallHolisticNetwork. Laughing Yoga — 7-8:15pm. Healthy and playful experience that helps the body to move easily, freely, and genuinely laugh. Free, donations accepted. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214521-6157. LaughYoga.org.

thursday 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. $140/ adults, $110/ seniors or students for 4 months. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-7621661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Chill Yoga 101 — 6:45-7:45pm. No heat vinyasa flow. Yoga is significant to everyone in a personal and unique way. Breathe, feel and let go for a moment. All levels welcome. $12 suggested donation. Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio, 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak. Yoga4Love.net.

friday Aquacise — 9:30-10:15am. Low impact water aerobics for all levels. Participants must be members of the Coppell Senior and Community Center. Free. Aquatic Center & Recreation Center, 234 E Pkwy, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Family Fun Fridays at the Dallas Arboretum — 10am-2pm. Join every Friday in the shady Pecan Grove for face painting, a petting zoo, silhouette artist Micki Triggs and music for the little ones. $15. 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas. 214-515-6612. Dallas Arboretum.org. Chair Massage — 3-6 pm. Sign up for an appointment in advance or walk in. 10-minute minimum. $1/minute. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. Mindful Happy Hour – 6:00-6:45pm. This is an opportunity to unwind, relax, mingle and get your mindfulness on. The class is broken into two mindfulness sessions and includes food, drinks and good conversation. Unwind from your week and

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‘Til Midnight at the Nasher — 6pm-12am. 3rd Fri. All ages. Outdoor evening series featuring local bands and movies, alfresco dining, gallery tours and more. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. 214- 242-5100. NasherSculptureCenter.org/ TilMidnight. Garden Gigs at the Dallas Arboretum — 7:309:30pm. Bask in the magic of live music at twilight as Garden Gigs returns to the Dallas Arboretum. Parking is complimentary. $8/Members, $10/Non-Members. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas. 214-5156525. KBruton@DallasArboretum.org. Friday Night Bike Ride — 7:45pm. Twelve-mile social bicycle ride around White Rock Lake. All skill levels welcome. Helmets required and lights/ water recommended. Post-ride eats at Jake’s. New Dallas Bike Works Parking Lot, 4875 W Lawther Dr, Dallas. DORBA.org.

saturday Good Local Markets — 8am-1pm. Community farmers market with local farmers, ranchers and artisans selling fruits, vegetables, cheese, meats, handcrafted foods and more. Lakeside Baptist Church, 9150 Garland Rd, Dallas. GoodLocalMarkets.org.

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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. 214242-5100. NasherSculptureCenter.org.

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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

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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 students’ average SAT scores exceed the national average by over 200 points.

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Locations: 3520 S. Marvin D. Love Frwy, Dallas 888-880-4276 2901 W Airport Frwy, Irving 866-807-3216 4225 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano 888-868-9915 DonHerring.com We take pride in offering the best selection of vehicles to the DFW Metroplex. The Mitsubishi, all Electric, i-MIEV is ready for immediate delivery. We recognize your time is valuable, strive to make your experience easy and offer you lowest available online prices. We pledge to beat advertised Metroplex offers.

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.We’re currently offering a $500 Military Rebate and $750 College Graduate Rebate. See our website for details.

ENERGY BREEZE ENERGY

855-391-WIND (9463) BreezeEnergy.com 100% Pure, Green, Texas. Wind power uses no water; which is critical in a droughtplagued state. Using wind energy, you’re good to the environment and your wallet. At an average of 8.6 cents per kilowatt hour, our residential rates are lower than TXU and Green Mountain for aver-age 12-month plans. See ad on inside front cover.

HAIR CARE SWANK SALON ORGANIC COLOR BAR & BOUTIQUE 15635 Quorum Dr, Addison 972-387-9265 SwankSalon.org

We are a preferred Moroccan Oil & Milkshake salon specializing in color, hair cutting, styling, and complete makeovers. The organic color bar is a top-quality option for the eco-friendly and beauty-conscious mavens with sensitive skin. We know the best techniques, tools and brands in the industry. Schedule your appointment today.

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. See ad on back cover.

PRIMACARE

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

HERBAL MEDICINE

HOMEOPATHY HEALTHY HEALING ARTS/HPWWC

ACN HERBS AND VITAMINS

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

Leslie Duong 5917 Greenville Ave, Dallas 214-887-8325 Leslie.ACN_Herbs@yahoo.com 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 17.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

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 on page 32.

MASSAGE MASSAGE BY GORDON

Gordon Dawkins, LMT 202 S. Austin Dr, Suite 200, Allen 214-998-6916 MassageByGordon@gmail.com

DALLAS DESIGNER SMILES

Dr. Daniel Strader 8222 Douglas Ave, Suite 810, Dallas 214-363-7777 2Grin.com 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 25.

DR. PHILIP KOZLOW, DDS

5050 Quorum Dr, Suite 340, Dallas 972-458-2465 DallasDentis.net DrKozlow@sbcglobal.net Recognized by Texas Monthly and D Magazine among DFW’s best Doc’s, we practice mercury free dentistry. As an accredited member of IOAMT, we are proud to offer the safest and healthiest dental treatments known to us at this time and are continuously seeking ways to better provide non-toxic, long lasting and aesthetically pleasing dental care.

At Massage By Gordon the massage is tailored to you! Licensed Massage Therapist with over 5 years experience and strong massage skills. Available for in and outcalls. Comfortable massage room and shower available. Booking in advance is recommended but last minute inquiries are welcome! Cash and major credit cards accepted.

MEDICAL ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH CENTER DALLAS

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.

KOTSANIS INSTITUTE

Kotsanis, MD Constantine A. 2260 Pool Road, Grapevine 817-481-6342 DrKotsanis@gmail.com KotsanisInstitute.com

SMILE RANCH

Dr. Robyn Abramczyk, DDS 6700 Horizon Rd, Heath 972-772-7645 SmileRanchDentistry.com Smile Ranch is a spa-like dental experience that treats the whole being. Their office practices, treatments, and protocols stand by the belief of biological dentistry. Robyn Abramcyzk, DDS wants to keep her patients safe from dangerous toxins and help them maintain a beautiful smile. They do not use toxic fillings or substances. See ad on page 5.

Dr. Kotsanis blends modern medicine with time-tested older disciplines, creating unique treatments for each person. He believes proper nutrition is the foundation and applies this to treating conditions ranging from autism spectrum to chronic diseases. You’re invited to his FREE monthly Lunch & Learns. The schedule’s on their website.

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TENNANT INSTITUTE FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

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 on page 4.

MEDITATION Mastermind Meditation Center 3858 Oak Lawn Ave, Suite 410, Dallas, TX 214-522-4575 MastermindMeditate.com

Mastermind is a gym for your brain – a mindfulness based meditation studio offering a regular schedule of classes seven days a week. Whether a beginner or an experienced meditator, our goal is to guide and support you in using mindfulness to improve brain health. Classes are led by Mastermind-trained professionals and range from 30-45 minutes. See ad on page 3.

NATUROPATHIC HEALTH LIVING SPRINGS NATURAL HEALTH Monica Jaynes, ND, MSN, RNC, CCT Julie Clowers, ND, MSN, RNC, CCT 6700 Horizon Rd, Suite 100, Heath 972-722-4668 LivingSpringsNaturalHealth.com

Employing a team approach and a mission of empowering clients through education, our practitioners harness many unique alternative therapies to assist the body in balancing energy and nutrients to stimulate the immune system and normalize overall health. Primary services include thermography, bioscan, ozone therapy, stem-cell therapy and bio-frequency. See ad on page 30.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT ADDISON PAIN MANAGEMENT

Dr. Johnny East, DO Sylvia Flores-Bugarin, DC 16633 Dallas Parkway, Suite 150, Addison 972-380-0000 Combining interventional pain management with chiropractic treatment to provide pain relief though conventional, alternative and natural remedies. Our osteopath, chiropractors, and nurse practitioners work in collaboration to identify and treat your pain in a warm, welcoming environment. Call today to schedule your appointment. See ad on page 9.

SENERGY MEDICAL GROUP

9901 Valley Ranch Pkwy East, Suite 1009 Irving 972-580-0545 Biomodulator@senergy.us Senergy.us 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, page 24.

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 selfservice dog washing stations available. Check out our famous Mississippi Made Dog beds.

PHARMACIES ABRAMS-ROYAL COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

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.

SPA DEER LAKE LODGE ORGANIC SPA& WELLNESS RESORT 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd. Montgomery 936-647-1383 DeerLakeLodge.com

Our guests are inspired to maintain or jump start wellness lifestyles with self-directed detoxification and cleansing programs that encourage and renew combined with juice fasting, colonics, fitness classes, energy work, spa treatments and weight loss. This holistic wellness destination is secluded with a limited number of guests and eco-friendly vibe.

SPIRITUAL CONCORD DALLAS CHURCH 6808 Pastor Bailey Dr, Dallas 214-331-8522 ConcordDallas.org

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.

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

UNITY CHURCH OF SACHSE

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.

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.

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

THERMOGRAPHY

WELLNESS CENTERS

THERMOGRAPHY CENTER

ABUNDANT LIFE WELLNESS AND THERMOGRAPHY CENTER

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, page 28.

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, page 32.

THE ANIMAL DOCTOR

Dr. Nancy Bozeman 621 N. Little School Rd, Kennedale 817-572-2400 TheAnimalDoctorTx@yahoo.com TheAnimalDoctor.com 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, page 34.

ALL CREATURES EVERY SPINE (A.C.E.S.) Dr. Amy Hayek Dr. Bill Ormston 214-802-7815, 843-860-8336 AllCreaturesEverySpine.com

Through Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy and other drug free modalities veterinarians Amy Hayek and Bill Ormston help their animal patients sustain the miracle of life. A.C.E.S. be-lieves that the power that made the body can heal the body. We offer the highest level of drug free veterinary care available.

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

YARD AND GARDEN LANDSCAPING WATER MANAGEMENT

1710 Tantor Rd, Dallas Tom@LandscapeWaterManagement.com 213-878-0312 LandscapeWaterManagement.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, pages 16 & 37.

Licensed Horticulturists Tom and Bella Thompson have been specializing in irrigation, landscape design and turf management since 1995, using the newest water saving products available. The goal is to save you water and money. Need your sprinkler system to operate at maximum design level, solutions to commercial or residential irrigation or drainage problems -call immediately for a consultation.See ad, page 24.

Integrative Medical Group

LIBERTY URBAN AGRICULTURE

Addison: 16633 Dallas Parkway, Suite 150, Addison, TX Benbrook: 9239 Vista Way, Benbrook, TX Coppell: 670 N MacArthur Blvd, Coppell, TX 972-380-0000 IntegrativeMedical.com A multi-disciplinary medical group specializing in family medicine, pain management and chiropractic care. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to all our patients. Our goal is wellness; our specialty is you. Call today to schedule your appointment at any of our three locations and see how we are different. See ad on page 9.

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, page 36.

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Irving, TX 214-531-3227 info@LibertyUrbanAgriculture.com LibertyUrbanAgriculture.com

Take the guess work out of starting a vegetable garden and eat healthy all year long. We provide professional vegetable garden design and installation services all over the Metroplex, including elevated gardens, raised-bed gardens, planting and care services, drip irrigation systems and gardening advice. Whether you live on 2 acres or .2 acres, we can help.

MARSHALL GRAIN COMPANY

3525 William D. Tate Ave, Grapevine 817-416-6600 MarshallGrain.com MGC@marshallgrain.com Serving north Texans since 1914, we provide landscaping design, installation and maintenance, drainage and irrigation services, hardscaping and organic maintenance services, as well as organic gardening supplies, pet supplies and you will find the best selections available of native trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, vegetables and herbs for our kitchen garden.

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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DART

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Dallas Area Rapid Transit helps you explore North Texas – from work and healthcare destinations to shopping and entertainment – with our extensive network of rail lines, bus routes and paratransit services.

DART’s Senior Citizen Annual Pass lets riders 65 years of age and older to get around town at a reduced rate. Reduced daily fares are also available. Learn more at DART.org/fares.

Travel Ambassador Program Want to learn how to ride DART? DART’s Travel Ambassador Program can help! You’ll find out how to buy a DART pass, read schedules, plan trips and more. To sign up for this FREE training, call 214-828-8588, or visit DART.org

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