Yoga – 10-11am. Exhale Dallas hosts a yoga class on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.
calendarofevents All Calendar events for the May issue must be received by April 10th and adhere to our guidelines. Email publisher@NADallas.com for guidelines and to submit entries.
TUESDAY, APRIL 1
Film Screening: Wall-e – 7-9pm. Wall-E is an animated romantic science fiction film that tackles such issues as consumerism, nostalgia, environmental problems and waste management. Wall-E, a robot designed to clean up a waste-covered earth, falls in love with Eve, another. The two go into outer space and embark on an adventure that changes their destiny and the destiny of humankind. The film is seen as a critique and an examination of the impact humans have on the planet and the risk to our civilization and Earth. Discussion follows. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff, 3839 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas. JudAnnWat@sbcglobal.net. FirstTuesdayFilms.org.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path – 7-8:30pm. During this lecture, you will have the opportunity to experience healing energy through the Teachings of Bruno Groening. Contact with this energy provides the basis for maintaining or restoring health and provides help in private and professional matters. Free. Donations appreciated. Center for Spiritual Living, 4801 Spring Valley Rd, Second floor, Peace room, Dallas. 469-583-9530. BGroeningDallas1@gmail. com. Bruno-Groening.org/english.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
Harry Farthing: Author of Summit – 7-8:45pm. Author Harry Farthing will discuss the history and the experience of climbing Everest. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. REI.org.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4
Tai Chi with El Centro College – 11:30am-12:30pm. Take a break from the office and center yourself with a Tai Chi class from El Centro College. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 5
What You Should Know About Genetically Modified Foods – 8am-1pm. Should you be concerned about genetically modified organisms in food? Learn about the science and concerns about genetically modified foods. Free. Registration required. Baylor Charles A Sammons Cancer Center, 10th Floor Hunt Auditorium, 3410 Worth St, Dallas. 214-820-2608. BaylorHealth.com/Cvetko. Grapevine Epic Earth Day – 8am-7pm. Second annual event features eco-friendly exhibits, speakers, vendors, entertainment, games and activities. Guest speaker is Chad Pregracke, CNN Hero of the Year. Reserve your seat. Downtown Grapevine. Info: Mary Jo Tellin at 817-410-3490 or MJTellin@GrapevineTexas.gov. KGVB.org. Earthfest Allen – 10am-2pm. Held at the Connemara Conservancy Meadow, the outdoor festival includes nature walks, kayaking, kite flying and wildlife ambassadors. Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. Facebook.com/EarthfestAllen.
MONDAY, APRIL 7
Skyline 360 Tours – 12:30-1pm. Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a standing tour of the Dallas skyline. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 8
Join Dr. Jennifer Trejo and staff for an open house: Neurofeedback, Essential Oils, Zyto, Thermography and more. Giveaways and discounts offered.
Abundant Life Wellness Center 3345 Western Center Blvd, Suite 140 Fort Worth, TX 76137 For more information call 817-847-0900 www.AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com
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Therapeutic Horticulture Program - Spring Blooms Planters – 10am-12pm. In conjunction with the Dallas Arboretum, join us for an indoor hands-on activity where participants assemble a planted container with seasonal flowers and a green “lawn.” All materials provided. $8. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.
Dallas Sierra Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. Howard Garrett will speak on organic gardening and landscaping. Learn how organic programs can save 50 percent of irrigation costs. Also learn about various organic gardening techniques that benefit you and our environment. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. 972-699-1687. KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org. DallasSierraClub.org.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9
Lunchtime Music – 12-1pm. Bring lunch and enjoy music in the park. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.
Complementary Methods for Health and Relaxation The Healing Environment Workshop for Patients, Families and Professionals Saturday, April 5 8:00 am to1:00 pm Participants in this workshop will learn various techniques that can be put to use in their everyday lives. The workshop opens with a Yoga Demonstration presented by Dallas Yoga. Betty Murray, a certified nutritionist and founder of Living Well Dallas will present a Keynote Presentation on What You Should Know About Genetically Modified Foods (GMO’s).
Camp Cooking Basics for Backpackers – 7-8:30pm. Learn about equipment (stoves, cook sets & fuel), planning and preparation along with some tips and tricks to make your meals the hit of the trip. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. REI.org.
THURSDAY, APRIL 10
Ideas in Bloom – 12:15-1:15pm. Weekly lunchtime speaker series with authors, artists and the city’s greatest thinkers. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.
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Attendees may choose two of the following breakout sessions to learn various healing and relaxation methods: Creating a Healing Space; Tai Chi; Shad Rasas-The Six Tastes of Nature; Exploring the Healer Within: A Rhythmic Journey; Exploring the Healer Within: A Visual Journey; Exploring the Healer Within-Part 2: A Multi-Modal Journey; Energetic Healing Touch and You.
Inner Engineering Live program Achieve inner peace, joy and fulfillment 26 hours of CME credits for Physicians and Medical professionals Thursday – Sunday, April 10-13
Presented by Baylor Health Systems 3410 Worth Street, 10th Floor, Hunt Auditorium, Dallas, TX 75246 For more information and to register call 214-820-2608 or visit us online at BaylorHealth.com/Cvetko
Millions have benefited for over 25 years: Maintain high energy throughout the day • Eliminate stress, fear and anxiety • Improve communication & inter-personal relationships • Enhanced mental clarity, emotional balance & productivity • Find relief from chronic ailments such as Allergies, Insomnia, Hypertension, Diabetes etc.
The Workshop is free, but registration is required.
SUNDAY, APRIL 6
Bird Walk – 8-11am. Expect to see 30-plus species. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, Alma & Tatum Rd, Allen. 214-351-0990. Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org. ConnemaraConservancy.org.
Presented by The Isha Foundation Jack E.Singley Academy 4601 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75038 Register at InnerEngineering.com/live/ events/dallas/ For more information contact: Dallas@ Ishausa.org or 469-298-8963
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