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contents 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 healthy lifestyle.

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30 FOOD DEMOCRACY

By the People, for the People and Toward a Stronger Nation

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34 SONGS OF FREEDOM We All Long for Liberty

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35 VEGGIE NATION REVOLUTION

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he month of July always reminds me of those typical summer activities I spend all year looking forward to: family barbecues, relaxing at the beach and long nature walks, to name just a few. Since I’m from the Northeast, these are activities I used to wait many months to enjoy, but now Sarasota offers me these outdoor pleasures year-round. Plus, now I get to share with you some tips on how to turn your own summer cookouts into healthy, slimmed down fun!

Like many of us, I love to eat while trying to maintain a nutritious yet tasty diet. I also avoid red meat which is why I’m excited that this issue focuses on food democracy and the benefits of a plant-based diet. Please check out the article on Veggie Nation Revolution, as it explains the benefits why eating your greens is important, not only for health reasons, but also to promote an eco-friendly environment. In addition, there are some delicious non meat-based recipes for your next barbecue, so try them and let me know what you think!

I also recommend that you read this month’s Natural Pet article. Whether you are taking a short trip or a long vacation, there is always the anxiety of leaving your pets in the wrong hands. I personally rely on pet-sitters over friends, as I feel the best sitters are those who make an effort to get to know your pets and their needs before taking on any care-giving responsibilities. This article will give you some helpful tips for overcoming the fear of leaving your “furry friends” behind and enjoying your time away, worry-free.

I hope you all enjoy this issue and have a wonderful July Fourth holiday!

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newsbriefs Ton of Fun Weight Loss Campaign is Coming to Sarasota

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nitedHealthcare and Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota’s 2015 community-wide weight loss incentive, the Ton of Fun Challenge will be heading into the fall with its third 10-week session, starting September 28 and running through December 7. This campaign aims to help local residents lose a ton of weight (literally!), while offering participants positive, life-enhancing experiences that are fun, motivational and educational.

Led by professionally certified Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota Coach and Director of Fitness Whitney Bartlett, participants will receive access to local nutrition and fitness professionals and mentors. These support services include weekly nutrition tips, recipes, access to a registered dietitian, free workouts, private weigh-ins, email updates, biometric screenings, cooking classes and a private Facebook group, as well as prize incentives for reaching weight-loss goals.

To date, more than 40 individuals have joined this movement by taking on UnitedHealthcare and Fleet Feet Sarasota’s Ton of Fun Challenge. Lives have been changed, and numerous people have learned how to empower themselves to overcome barriers and lead healthier lifestyles, one step, day and recipe at a time. The challenge is open to any local resident, 18 years or older, who wants to lose five or more pounds. Cost is $50 per person, per session. $25 for existing Fleet Feet Sarasota training program participants.

Location: 711 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota. For more information and to register, call 941-323-0110 or email Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Upscale Babies Moves to New Location

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pscale Babies will be opening in its new location at the Parkway Collection Plaza in July. We are excited to announce our expansion and introduce more designs from talented local artisans, as well as additional organic products. You will find us snuggled in between Detwiler’s Farm Market and Youfit Health Clubs.

Upscale Babies specializes in children’s clothing from newborns to age six. At our store, you will find designs for both everyday wear and glamour wear. There are also gifts galore to give to friends and birthday baskets that the kids will fall in love with. So, stop by and see our ever-changing designs, six days a week.

In addition, we are also gearing up for our new Upscale Babies photography studio. Bring in the little ones to capture those special moments and memories forever.

Location: 6170 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota. Hours: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m to 5 p.m. For more information, call 941-552-8500, email JudyDangler@UpscaleBabies.comcastbiz.net or visit UpscaleBabies.com.

“Spirit of Art” Celebrates Upcoming Film

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pirit of Art,” an exhibit honoring film, paintings, live music and various speakers will take place on June 21 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event will benefit a feature film called Mind the Gap, written and currently in production by local author Ilana Marks. Mind the Gap is a spiritual comedy based on a dream the author had 10 years ago about enlightenment evolving from an existential crisis.

Born in South Africa, Marks now lives in Sarasota and has been dedicated to sharing this dream’s unique and profound message with the world. Through this project she has also become a producer and director to in order keep the integrity of her message. She also has many funny and inspirational stories to share about trusting her true inner voice. Marks’ first book, The G-String Theory, is a comedic and spiritual biographical account of her travels in India.

In addition, the featured artist at “Spirit of Art” is her daughter, Nadja Marks-Shafton, who lives in Israel and Sarasota. Marks-Shafton has participated in many exhibitions, both internationally and in Florida.

Location: 3915 75th Dr. E, Sarasota.

For more information on Mind the Gap, visit MindTheGapFil.com. For more information on Marks-Shafton’s artwork, visit NadjaMarks-Shafton.com.

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newsbriefs ReFlex Arts Yoga Offers Children’s Yoga Teacher Training

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waken the child within through playing, laughing, exploring, learning and building a repertoire of instructional activities designed to explore emotions, physical awareness, health and fitness, environmental stewardship, social behavior and so much more. This summer course will take place July 20-24, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Teachers, activities directors, child care workers, yoga teachers or anyone else working with children, whose role is to support the growth and development of responsible, compassionate individuals, will find this course comprehensive and inspirational. Theory, practice and hands-on experience will prepare attendees to effectively teach yoga to children, ages three to teens.

Location: 6260 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota. For more information and to register for the training, call 941-359-9642 or visit ReFlexArts.com.

ReFlex Arts Yoga Offers Aerial Yoga Summer Certification

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or the yoga enthusiast looking to expand his or her practice or the yoga teacher seeking new material and ongoing training experiences, ReFlex Arts and Heartwood Retreat will be offering a comprehensive three day (25 hour) Aerial Yoga weekend certification July 10 from 1 to 9 p.m., and July 11-12 from 9 to 5 p.m.

This course is designed to explore a wealth of alternative yoga exercises, assisted postures and safe inversion techniques using the Om Gym system of yoga hammocks and handle supports, as well as traditional Aerial Silks. Attention will specifically be given to the differences between styles, but most of the work is interchangeable. The training will also include discussion, practice, floating exploration, inversion physiology and theory, anatomy, a review of safety and health issues and teaching practicums.

Location: 6260 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota. For more information and to register for the training, call 941-359-9642 or 941-745-5719 (Heartwood Retreat), or visit ReFlexArts.com.

Rosemary Court Yoga Studio Offers Yoga for Everyone

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ave you heard about the benefits of yoga and want to experience it firsthand, but don’t know where to start? At Rosemary Court, we make starting your own yoga practice both easy and accessible. Not only do we offer yoga classes for every level, we also offer 10 different yoga styles. We encourage you to contact our studio for a personalized consultation so we can guide you to the yoga class that will be your best fit.

Classes are $14 for a single drop-in or $50 for a 5-class pass. We have everything you’ll need at the studio to fully participate, including mats and props. Our mission at Rosemary Court is to help you get started on your most joyful yoga path.

Location: 810 Central Ave., Sarasota. Yoga classes are offered seven days a week. Visit RosemaryCourt.com for a detailed schedule and times. For more information, call 941952-5280 or email RosemaryCourt@yahoo.com.

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Nationally Known Life Coach Launches New Guidebook for Women

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aime Kulaga, Ph.D, LMHC, certified life coach, motivational speaker and owner of the thriving Tampa-based counseling center Mindful Rehabilitation, has recently published a book titled The SuperWoman’s Guide to Super Fulfillment.

This inspiring manual offers practical, step-by-step pointers on achieving an ideal balance between daily life, career goals and personal fulfillment.

Written from the perspective of a nationally recognized mental health expert who also understands the demands of raising a family, Kulaga’s advice is applicable to busy wives, mothers and working women from every walk of life.

Here’s just a sampling of the skills you’ll learn from reading The SuperWoman’s Guide: • Take care of your own needs without feeling guilty.

• Aim to become self-actualized rather than “perfect.”

• Set smart goals, track your success and reach out for support.

• Reframe your past to work for you in the present.

This book can be purchased both on Amazon and your local bookstore. Kulaga is also available to give empowering speeches or lead workshops for female audiences at professional or organizational development forums. To schedule her as a speaker for your next event, email Jaime@MindfulRehab.com.

Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Unity Church Hosts Book Travel at 2015 Sarasota Signing with Author Mystic Faire Susan J. Slack ow could past lives, dreams and Soul Travel offer

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Location: 801 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. To learn more about Eckankar visit, Eckankar.org and for information on Eckankar in Sarasota, visit Facebook.com/ EckankarInSarasota.

Visit Slack’s author blog at HiddenFromTheFaceOfHumans. com. Follow her on social media via Facebook.com/Hidden FromTheFaceOfHumans?fref=ts and Twitter.com/SlackSusan.

Stay updated on her latest projects at SusanSlack.net.

practical help in daily life? Speakers Greta Man and Steve Golub, members of the Eckankar church, will offer insights on connecting lessons from past lives, messages from dreams and Soul Travel experiences, to everyday living for spiritual wisdom and personal growth. This seminar, titled “Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel: Spiritual Experiences for Today,” on July 25 during the 2015 Sarasota Mystic Faire, inside the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

Man and Golub will share tips and techniques for exploring how past lives, dreams and Soul Travel can accelerate the pursuit of truth and awaken realizations about one’s spiritual identity, soul and true self. Learn how the sacred word “HU” and the Spiritual Exercises of ECK can serve as creative exercises to help open your spiritual eye and aid in your quest for enlightenment. Explore your natural ability to find love, wisdom and freedom here and now, in this lifetime. A free book will be available for each attendee and you can also visit the Eckankar booth at the Mystic Faire.

n July 19, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Susan J. Slack will sign copies of her latest historical fiction novel, Hidden from the Face of Humans: a Mystery of the Last Egyptian Dynasty, at the Unity Church bookstore.

This sweeping epic, set against the backdrop of 400 BCE, combines mysticism, political intrigue, authentic history and a murder from the era’s major Mediterranean civilizations. In addition to becoming fully immersed and entertained by the exciting plot twists and character development, readers will also get a perspective into how human behavior remains largely unchanged over time.

Slack is well-known locally as a drummer, singer and leader of the Dances of Universal Peace. Her new book is also available via Amazon.

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This process does not involve any salt or chemicals, and it is now available in Southwest Florida. Sparky Healthy Water is a company with over 35 years of experience in water purification and currently offers Ozone technology to purify your home’s water system without filter replacements.

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Work Smarter, Not Harder

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he prevailing mindset in modern society is to use pain and strain in order to make gains. But, what if you backed off from this strain and instead used your mind to “quiet unnecessary muscular holding patterns” which allow you to achieve more with less effort? In other words, why not switch the focus from working harder to working smarter’?

Only you can re-find your natural way of moving, so take time to look at how life’s habitual ways of moving have interfered with your ease and comfort. The good news is that you can relearn how to bend, roll and move side-to-side with ease in a way that can improve your agility, flexibility and balance to last a lifetime.

Become your own coach and prevent injuries. Learn how by attending an evening seminar called “Regain/Maintain Lifelong Agility” on July 31, with speaker Bonnie Kissam.

For more information, call 941-360-2248 (home) or 941-587-4535 (cell), email Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com or visit FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

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Learn the Healing Art of Reiki with Upcoming Class Sessions

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ev. Zan Benham, is inspired to announce that she will be teaching a new Reiki Master Healer Attunement class series, starting with Reiki I on July 11, 11:30 am to 5:30 pm, at the Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light. A registration fee of $50 is requested by July 6, to hold your space. Class sizes are limited.

Rev. Zan received her Reiki III Master Healer Certificate and Attunement in 1998. She has been teaching sessions since 2007. “Reiki” is comprised of two Japanese words: “Rei” which means “Divine Source or Higher Power” and “Ki” which means “Life Force Energy.” To undertake the learning and practice of Reiki is to undergo a life-changing initiation into higher consciousness of this healing art. Reiki has been proven to help people with chronic pain, nervousness and depression.

Reiki helps patients relax and let go to their own highest power. It is easily and harmlessly integrated with other therapies, and is best used as a complementary therapy for the treatment of physical, emotional and mental diseases. Reiki awakens the “hands of light” within students, as they learn to move beyond focusing on pain or disease in order to refocus on healing, health, love, forgiveness and joy.

Reiki has also been incorporated into many treatment centers for cancer, AIDS and other chronic conditions. Some notable treatment centers that use Reiki include Sloan Kettering, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Columbia University Medical Center, to name a few.

Location: Meadow Village Shopping Center, 5041 Ringwood Rd., Building G-2, Sarasota. For further information and other class dates, visit WomanSpirit.com.

“Path of Beauty” The Gloria Musicae Singers Present Documentary Brings “American Tapestry” on July Fourth Gloria Musicae Singers will salute Independence Day with rousing Native American S“Anarasota’s songs celebrating America including “We Hold These Truths” by John Purifoy, American Celebration” arranged by Brant Adams, three American folk songs Artist’s Work to Life arranged

by Sally Lamb McCune, a musical salute to the Armed Forces arranged

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ake a scenic journey through the eyes of Native American Artist Rex A. Begaye with this new film, currently in pre-production.

Begaye came from the heart of Dine’htah (Navajo nation), Grand Canyon, Arizona. Born and raised with a culture and traditional values, he traveled throughout the country, teaching about the Native American people through his paintings.

The images of this full-blooded Dine’h (Navajo) artist speak of the universal connection between Mother Earth, Father Sky and man. Through his paintings, stories that have been passed down for generations by the Elders of many different nations are vividly brought to life.

Begaye’s art celebrates the sacredness and discipline of the Dine’h culture, lending a contemporary outlook to the ancient traditions.

We invite the Sarasota community to join us in celebrating his life by assisting us in creating this “Path of Beauty” documentary. This film project will take us on a journey from Sarasota to Cleveland, and throughout the Navajo nation to film some of the most beautiful locations in the Southwest.

We will allow you to accompany us along this expedition through live streaming, video updates and Geocaching our “Path of Beauty” film treasures along the way. A crowdfunding project has been also launched to help us raise funds for equipment, supplies, transportation, lodging, permits and other production costs.

For more information, or to make a contribution toward the “Path of Beauty” film crowdfunding project and help preserve the legacy of Rex A. Begaye, visit PathOfBeautyFilm.com or email PathOfBeautyFilm@mail.com. To view his artwork, visit RexABegaye.com.

by Joseph Holt, and a special medley celebrating the 50th anniversary of “The Sound of Music.” This performance will take place on July 4, 4:30 p.m., at First United Methodist Church.

“This concert features songs that are all about the love of country,” says Dr. Joseph Holt, Gloria Musicae’s artistic director. “Inspiring patriotism through music, hearing the words that define our nation, and singing the national songs of America is a great way to celebrate the land we love and honor.”

In addition, a traditional part of every Gloria Musicae Independence Day concert features a tribute to the men and women who have served or currently serve in the military. “It’s our way of recognizing and honoring those who have dedicated themselves to the service of the United States,” says Holt.

“This July Fourth concert is the perfect prelude to an evening of downtown dining and enjoying the fireworks over Sarasota Bay,” adds Holt. “There’s no better way to celebrate our great heritage and national pride!”

Location: 104 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Ample free parking is available at the Zenith Garage on Mira Mar Court, held open until 10 p.m. Tickets are $30 for general admission in advance ($35 at the door); student tickets are $15 at the door on day of concert. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 941953-3368 or visit GloriaMusicae.org.

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newsbriefs MindSpa Moves to New Location and Expands Class Schedule

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he MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center Road offers several classes focused on personal growth and well-being. Current classes include Hatha Yoga with Hailey Shaughnessy, Beginner Yoga with Tina Meyer, Qi Gong with Dr. Aihan Kuhn, Mat Pilates also with Shaughnessy, Tamagoy Fitness with Michael Massanelli, and a Dream Discussion Group with Rebecca Merz, PhD. MindSpa moved into its new larger location in early April, after supporting clients and patients at its prior location on the corner of Bahia Vista and Tuttle since 2004. The MindSpa team consists of a dozen professionals focused on a variety of clinical and spa services. MindSpa also provides two floatation tanks, a far infrared sauna and the latest technologies in sensory immersion.

Below is a full listing of the center’s class schedule: • Hatha Yoga: Monday, 6–7 p.m. $10 per class or $42 for six classes.

• Beginner Yoga: Wednesday, 9–10 a.m. $10 per class.

• Qi Gong: Wednesday, 10:30–11:30 a.m. $20 per class or $75 for five classes.

• Mat Pilates: Wednesday, 6–7 p.m. $10 per class or $42 for six classes.

• Dream Discussion Group: Wednesday, 7:30–9 p.m. $50 for five sessions.

• Tamagoy Fitness: Thursday, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $10 per class ($8 per class for regular attendance).

Location: 5632 Bee Ridge Rd., Unit 101, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-378-9959, email Info@Mind-Spas.com or visit MindSpaSarasota.com.

Swimming Lessons Taught with a Secure, Personalized and Holistic Method

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ody Mind Aquatics, Sarasota’s premier swim school is now offering free swim evaluations and safety plan sessions. In these sessions, children, parents and adults will receive swim practice tips, water safety plans and help with placement into class levels. In a huge attempt to prevent drowning, parents of swimmers who don’t know how to swim can also receive free swim lessons with their children while there is space. Body Mind Aquatics Swim School also offer a free Beach Safety Day for all active swimmers to educate and promote smart swimming near the open waters of Florida.

Our holistic swim school offers a progressive method of swimming that engages the whole person for deeper integration. We personalize a lesson plan for each swimmer, using our gentle and playful instruction in either a private or group setting, perfect for those who are intimidated by water.

Our technique teaches safety swimming techniques that build easily into fast strokes, helping develop swimmers who can execute all six strokes in 300 yards. Plus, we have the smallest group classes in the area, consisting of only three to four children in each session.

Our classes are offered either in your home pool with concierge lessons or in ours, featuring a healthier hydrogen peroxide UV light pool. Come and check out our Swim School. Space is limited, so call for your free Swim Evaluation today.

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Elysian Fields Announces July Events

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n July 3 from 10:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m., Elysian Fields will be hosting Psychic Intuitive and Trance Channel Readings with Sherry Lord, a versatile channel who can assist you on both personal and professional paths. Rates: 15 minutes for $40; 30 minutes for $75; 60 minutes for $125; and 50 minute Deep Trance Channel Session for $175.

On July 4, Elysian Fields will be open for limited hours from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m. In celebration of Independence Day, there will be an additional 10% off all purchases.

On July 16 and 30 from 10:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m., join Deborah Chadwick who can communicate directly with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients. Rates: 15 minutes for $30; 30 minutes for $60.

On July 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., “Astrology 101” will be taking place with Catherine Rosenbaum who offers a back-to-basics approach to get you started in learning astrology. Rosenbaum will act as your personalized guide to assist you in understanding your identity within the realms of time and space. In the first class of this series, she will break down and personalize the three most significant parts of the Astrological Blueprint: The Sun (identity and consciousness), The Moon (soul and inspiration) and The Ascendant/ Rising (The Mask and projection.) Cost is $25.

On July 22 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Elysian Fields will be hosting a free lecture and book-signing with Cathleen O’Connor, PhD, author of 365 Days of Angel Prayers. As an additional offering, on July 23 from 10:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m., she will be offering personal intuitive readings using Tarot as a spiritual anchor. Working with her angels and guides, O’Connor uses her gifts of clairaudience and clairvoyance to offer insight into relationships, career, well-being and spiritual development.

Rates: 15 minutes for $30; 30 minutes for $50; 45 minutes for $70; and 60 minutes for $90.

Location for all events: Elysian Fields, 1273 Tamiami Trail S, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-361-3006 or visit ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Grand Re-Opening Celebration at Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna’s New Location

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earl Cream by Dr. Anna is now located in the Gulf Gate shopping center. Please join us for our Grand Re-Opening festivities on July 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and July 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is a revolutionary anti-aging serum made from real pearls and Chinese herbs without any preservatives.

Pearls contain amino acids that retighten muscles and slowly return the face to its younger look with daily use. Facial formulas are available for women and men, in addition to body lotions for each that do the same retightening on the whole body.

Come meet Dr. Anna and get an individualized facial analysis on July 17 from 1 to 3 p.m., and July 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The first ten people each day will receive a free bottle of moisturizer. A Grand Re-Opening special discount of 10% off all products will be offered both days. Refreshments will be provided

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Summer Art Camps at Art Center Sarasota Are Now in Session

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rt Center Sarasota welcomes young artists to use their imagination and creativity during two summer camps. Creative Kids camp is for youth ages 6 to 10. Emerging Artists camp is for pre-teen and teens ages 11 and older. These weekly themed sessions run through August 21. Camp hours are 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Before- and after-care is offered at no extra charge. Fees are $210 a week for Art Center Sarasota members and $260 a week for non-members. A $15 sibling discount is offered. Fees include all supplies and a t-shirt.

According to Lisa Berger, Art Center Sarasota’s executive director, both camps offer young people the opportunity to create art that is unique to them. “Our goal is to spark the imagination of young artists, allowing them to express their creativity through a variety of media.” She explains that each week is themed to include educational components, along with “fun projects that are inspired by what they have learned.

Campers work on long and short projects in both two- and three-dimensional media. At the end of the week, they present their creations in a gallery reception for family and friends. It’s a big boost to the young artist’s self-confidence to see their works displayed publically and receive positive feedback.” Berger also adds that the teachers are all professional art instructors who are themselves artists.

“Many of our campers from past years are now aging out of the younger groups but want to continue coming to the center for instruction,” says Elizabeth Goodwill, Art Center Sarasota’s education director. “This year, we created the Emerging Artists camp for the older students. They work on the same themes as the Creative Kids camp, but they have their own classroom and do more sophisticated projects, requiring a higher skill level. This addition has worked very well and we’ve been able to serve a greater number of students.”

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Dr. Anna Baker Presents Acupuncture Facelift and Necklift Seminar July 15th

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n July 15 at 2 p.m., Anna Baker, DOM and founder of Faces by Dr. Anna, will present a seminar on her muscle-tightening acupuncture facelift and necklift procedure. She will be showing pictures from her database of over 500 patients and discussing details of the procedure. She will also highlight how her procedure can retighten surgical facelifts that have drooped and correct problems experienced with Botox and fillers.

A nationally board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Dr. Anna Baker has been practicing in Sarasota since 1998. She has developed a specialty in a muscle tightening acupuncture face and necklift without any needles used on the face. Up to three treatments can be done in one day with a 10-treatment minimum. After treatments are completed, a one or two treatment touch-up is suggested every 18 months to maintain the lift. Dr. Anna’s work has been nationally televised, and she has been voted Sarasota’s favorite anti-aging practitioner.

For more information, visit FacesbyDrAnna.com and for seminar reservations or to schedule a free consultation, call 941-924-2723.

The Sarasota Mystic Faire is Back for the Fifth Year Running

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he largest psychic fair in Southwest Florida will take place on July 25 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and July 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be 90100 psychics, healers and vendors together under one roof, along with free lectures and raffle drawings all day.

You’ll find something here for everyone including astrology, tarot readings, Reiki, mediumship, pet communication (pet photos only, please), crystals, jewelry, clothing, healing tools and wonderful lectures on metaphysical subjects. All fees for services are set by the individual practitioner and are not included in the entrance fee.

Cost is $7 for one day and $10 for the whole weekend. You’ll receive a raffle ticket upon entry. Additional raffle tickets are for sale, and all proceeds from these tickets will benefit local charities. Refreshments are available all day long.

Location: Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 Tamiami Trail N, Sarasota.

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newsbriefs Beck Naturals Granted Patent for Herbal Composition to Improve Neurological Functions

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nandanol is a proprietary herbal blend that was developed by Randolph Margrave, compounding pharmacist, and Dr. Betul Hatipoglu, a staff member in the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Cleveland Clinic’s main campus. The herbal composition was granted patent #8828453 in September 2014 and was given the name “Anandanol.”

Anandanol has an endocannabinoid agonist-antagonist effect to restore a balance between inhibitory GABAergic pathways and excitatory glutamatergic pathways.

As such, Anandanol can be suitable for oral administration and can also be used to improve neurological function and/or behavioral symptoms.

The summary of the patent reads: “The present invention relates to nutraceutical compositions and methods of administering such for improving neurological functions and behavioral symptoms associated with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD).”

However, Anandanol does not “cure” or “treat” Autism, Asperger’s or other forms of PDD. It does make life more manageable and enjoyable by dealing specifically with problem behaviors. Sleep, focus, irritability, lack of eye contact, etc. are just a few of the crippling behaviors that Anandanol addresses.

Seeking to use this great ingredient to help as many people as possible, Dr. Hatipoglu and Mr. Margrave teamed up with Gabriel Williams of Beck Naturals to create a reliable delivery system that would be easy to administer, palatable and effective.

By combining Anandanol with an enzyme blend and natural flavorings and colors, they created a tasty powdered drink mix called Neural Balance that even people with a sensitive palate enjoy.

It’s Okay to Be Afraid in Water, Expert Says, but Don’t Let Another Summer Float By

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his season heralds our long-awaited summer when many Americans find themselves happily at the pool or the ocean. However, swimming season is not a welcome occasion for all of us.

46 percent of American adults – over 100 million people – are afraid to swim in water above their heads. Furthermore, 64 percent are afraid of deep, open water. (Gallup Poll, 1998). These statistics unveil the sadness and anxiety so many feel about swimming, not to mention the tragic drownings that occur each year.

M. Ellen Dash, founder and CEO of Miracle Swimming for Adults in Sarasota, says, “People want to know how to swim. Those who learn to swim welcome summertime, but many fail swimming lessons. Unbeknownst to most instructors, the failure is often due to panic during lessons.

Many people consider panic a normal step of learning. However, students will only endure this emotional pain to a point, after which they quit. If they return to traditional lessons years later determined to learn, they are often met with the same system that is blind to the harm done by panic. The cycle continues.”

A relatively new development in swimming lessons is a system of teaching people how to overcome their fear of water. “It’s okay to be afraid in the water,” says Dash. “No one is afraid for a silly reason. Still, everyone needs to know how to swim, so find a program that will work for you.”

In the African American community, where one cultural message has traditionally been, “We don’t swim,” both children and adults are particularly at risk. A higher percentage of black people lack the opportunity to learn to swim. The fear of water has been passed down to a high percentage of children. This fear is also passed down in Hispanic and white families. The fatal unintentional drowning rate for African Americans is significantly higher than that of whites across all ages. Factors such as access to swimming pools, the desire or lack of desire or hope to learn to swim, and parents’ fear may contribute to the racial differences in drowning rates.

Recreation programs are gearing up for summer 2015, hoping for a safe summer. This partly relies on non-swimmers’ choices to request a class that meets their needs. To highlight the importance of learning to swim, Miracle Swimming for Adults recently hosted a Sarasota event, focused on the annual successful attempt on the Guinness World Record™ for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. The challenge took place on June 18, and was part of a global initiative to promote pool and ocean safety.

For more information and to register for classes, call 941-921-6420 or visit MiracleSwimming.com. Special thanks to Rebecca Schorin, a Miracle Swimming graduate, who contributed significantly to this release.

Neural Balance is available at all Richard’s Foodporium locations. For more information, visit Anandanol.com or contact Beck Naturals, LLC, at 386-957-5600 or via email at GWilliams@BeckNaturals.com.

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at Depot recently opened its Rose Durham Cat Care Clinic, a full-service animal clinic that offers affordable veterinary care to the community, six days a week.

Revenue raised from the Rose Durham Cat Care Clinic will help fund Cat Depot’s mission to save the lives of homeless and abandoned cats.

Cat Depot is pleased to introduce the clinics new medical team: staff veterinarians, Dr. Eva Ojolick-Ryan and Dr. Rodrigo Rius, and practice manager, Deb DeVogt.

Dr. Ojolick-Ryan graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada. She has practiced small animal medicine and surgery in the Sarasota-Bradenton area for nearly 20 years. She specializes in cold laser therapy and has published case studies on the use of therapeutic laser, as well as presented at veterinary conferences on the use of therapeutic laser in cats and dogs. Dr. Ojolick is certified in Feline and Canine Rehabilitation and is also completing a certification in Active Isolated Stretching for animals.

Dr. Rius graduated from the University of Buenos Aires and Iowa State University’s ECFBG Program. He has served as the staff veterinarian at Haines Road Animal Hospital in St. Petersburg and relief surgeon at Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood.

Previously, Dr. Rius also worked at Higgins Animal Hospital and the City of Chicago Animal Care and Control.

DeVogt graduated from Lawrenceville Technical College in Atlanta, with a degree in Veterinary Technology. She won the Outstanding Student Award for her graduating class. She has in-depth experience in emergency medicine, along with critical care and neurology.

“Sarasota and Manatee Counties now have a low cost alternative to traditional veterinary care. Cat Depot is working with local veterinarians and our community to provide high quality medical services for those who are challenged to meet established medical care costs,” says Shelley Thayer, the shelter’s executive director.

“Characteristic of our adoption center, our clinic offers state-of-the art radiology, blood machines, dental radiology and a surgery center. A precision staff of veterinarians, certified veterinarian technicians and assistants offer meticulous veterinary care that includes cold laser therapy, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, vaccines, and spay or neuter treatments for every feline, from kittens to seniors.”

Cat Depot – a nonprofit, 501(c)3 no-kill, free-roaming facility – is recognized for its progressive design and commitment to helping homeless, abandoned and injured animals. Open seven days a week, Cat Depot’s mission is to save lives, find loving homes, and provide the resources and education to improve the destiny of homeless cats.

Cat Depot supports more than 130 cats and kittens on any given day. Shop in our Cat Depot Supply and Gift Store, specializing in top-name brand wet and dry cat food, litter and calming products, plus unique cards and gifts.

Location: 2542 17th St., Sarasota. Clinic hours: Monday–Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Shelter hours: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Handicap accessible. To schedule an appointment at the clinic, call 941366-2404. For more information, visit CatDepot.org.

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Social Isolation Linked to Earlier Death

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ew research from Brigham Young University indicates that social interaction decreases the risk of premature death. Scientists conducted an analysis of actuarial health research from 1980 to 2014 that included more than 3 million people.

The study found living alone increased the risk of death by 32 percent, while perceptions of greater social isolation and elevated loneliness showed 29 percent and 26 percent increased risks of early mortality, respectively.

The results were consistent among both men and women, but the impact of feelings of isolation or loneliness caused a higher degree of mortality risk for individuals under the age of 65.

The mortality rates among the lonely and isolated were comparable to those of individuals that smoked 15 cigarettes a day or were alcoholics. Lead researcher Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ph.D., further noted, “The effect of this is comparable to that of obesity, something that public health takes very seriously.”

Eating Peanuts Early On Reduces Allergy Risk

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eanut allergies in Western countries have doubled during the past decade. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine may help reverse this trend.

Researchers found that introducing peanuts during early childhood can actually decrease the risk of developing a peanut allergy later in life.

The researchers followed 640 children with a high risk of food allergies, beginning when they were between 4 and 11 months old. Half the children were fed peanuts, while the other half were not given any. All were tested for sensitivities to peanuts prior to and at the end of the study period, which averaged five years.

The research found that nearly 14 percent of those that avoided peanuts had a peanut allergy at the end of five years; seven times more than the 2 percent of those that were fed peanuts and displayed subsequent sensitivity.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE

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esearch from the University of Virginia and Emory University has found that just a few minutes of mindfulness meditation a day can significantly reduce high blood pressure among AfricanAmericans. The research included 15 men with high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease in a crossover study that tested each with 14 minutes of mindfulness meditation and compared that with 14 minutes of blood pressure education during two different treatment periods.

Results showed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduced systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure and heart rate among the patients.

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Keep Your Home Green and Clean with Young Living Essential Oils

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rom cleaning counter tops to purifying the air, the powerful blend of essential oils in Young Living Essential Oils’ Thieves product line is both effective and beneficial. The Thieves blend consists of therapeuticgrade Cinnamon oil, Clove oil, Lemon oil, Eucalyptus Radiata oil and Rosemary oil.

In particular, the Thieves spray is a must for any health-conscious household. Young Living distributor Denise Barnard notes, “The convenient 1-oz. bottle came in handy during a recent family vacation out West for cleaning the airline trays and public toilet seats, as well as purifying the air in our hotel room. Plus, I used Thieves spray to ease my throat discomfort from the dry climate.”

She continues, “While at home, I love using Thieves in the laundry to freshen and sanitize. It is especially great at removing the stink from my hubby’s jujitsu gi, simply by adding a few drops to a damp cloth and throwing it in the dryer. It also deodorizes the sink drains with its pleasant, Christmaslike aroma. I feel great about using Thieves around the house because it effectively cleans and purifies without any harsh toxic chemicals.”

Young Living’s other Thieves products – such as household cleaner, wipes and foaming hand soap – are also ideal for making your home environmentally green and safe for the entire family. Barnard adds, “Thieves has even changed up my oral care routine. I have been using Thieves Aroma Bright toothpaste and Fresh Essence mouthwash, and I love how my both gums and teeth feel without the use of harsh chemicals.”

For more information, visit Barnard’s Young Living Essential Oils distributor page at DropsofPatience.com.

Flaxseed Oil Soothes Carpal Tunnel

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arpal tunnel syndrome is typically accompanied by pain, numbness and reduced mobility in the hands and wrists.

Research published by the Tehran (Iran) University of Medical Sciences in the DARU Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences has determined that the application of external linseed oil—also referred to as flaxseed oil—can reduce pain and increase mobility for syndrome sufferers.

The research tested 100 patients with the condition in two groups—one rubbed placebo oil onto their wrists, while the other applied linseed oil daily over a four-week period. Both groups wore wrist splints at night.

After the treatment period, those that applied linseed oil experienced a significant drop in pain scores using the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire and Function Assessment. The same patients also reported an improvement in mobility and function.

No Worries: Cats Naturally Eat Less in Summer

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study from the University of Liverpool School of Veterinary Science has found that cats naturally eat less during the summer, indicating that owners can take such appetite swings in stride.

The researchers studied 38 cats for four years. Their collars were implanted with a microchip that recorded the amount as they ate as much as they wanted from a dispenser. The team found that cats ate an average of 15 percent less in hot weather. Their eating decreased from June through August and increased from October to February. Eating levels were intermediate in the spring and fall.

Study author Dr. Alex German observed, “Cats are more inclined to comfort eat when it’s cold outside, likely to be due to the extra energy they need to keep warm when out and about.”

Stress Ramps Up Inflammation

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esearch led by Peggy Zoccola, Ph.D., an assistant professor of psychology at Ohio University, has found that dwelling upon events that are stressful can significantly increase inflammatory chemicals in the body. The researchers tested 34 healthy young women giving public presentations for job interviews.

Afterward, half were asked to contemplate their performances while the others were asked to think about neutral events and images.

While all of the women initially experienced significantly higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), the levels continued to rise for at least one hour afterward for the performance-ruminating group, but returned to normal during the same time period for those that pondered neutral thoughts.

CRP is produced in the liver and is known to rise following an injury or in a chronic inflammatory condition. “The immune system plays an important role in various cardiovascular disorders such as heart disease, as well as cancer, dementia and autoimmune diseases,” states Zoccola.

Herbs for Performance, Enhancement and Recovery

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utdoor summer activities can sometimes leave the body a bit bruised and battered. While the tendency is to take extra care of ourselves only after the damage has been done, taking a proactive approach by using herbs to prepare for exertion can cut down on post-workout pain, improve athletic performance and help recovery.

Before heading outside to work out, Nature’s Rite Founder Steven Frank recommends using sweet marjoram for muscle cramp relief, peppermint leaf to improve circulation and witch hazel to lubricate muscle fibers. Penelope Ody’s The Holistic Herbal Directory suggests that using these herbs can also cut down on discomfort during strenuous physical activity. Devil’s claw can be applied to provide joint relief.

According to Andrew Chevallier’s Natural Health Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, applying juniper berry to flush lactic acid from muscles and white willow bark for pain relief can help to offset effects of pushing the body harder than usual during exercise.

After the workout is complete, Ody’s Natural Health Complete Guide to Medicinal Herbs recommends the application of comfrey to increase fibroblast activity for building new muscle fibers and repairing micro-tears in tendons, as well as Arnica Montana to break up micro-clots to clear the way for recovery while easing pain.

Frank says, “Each of these herbs, roots and bark can be combined in a water decoction to provide the right preparation for outdoor activities. The mixture should be sprayed on or wiped on large muscle groups and joints for maximum effectiveness.”

For more information, email SteveF@ NaturesRiteRemedies.com or visit MyNaturesRite.com/blog. See ad, page 65.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Vermont’s Victory Court Rules GMO Labeling Constitutional In April, a federal court denied a request by powerful food industry groups to block Vermont’s landmark law requiring the labeling of genetically modified foods (GMO).The plaintiffs, including the Grocery Manufacturers Association, had sought a preliminary injunction to stop implementation of Act 120, which passed in May 2014 and will take effect a year from now.

U.S. District Court Judge Christina Reiss’ ruling said that the plaintiffs failed to show that they would suffer “irreparable harm” to warrant an injunction, and that the state had established that the act’s GMO disclosure requirement is constitutional.

“This important ruling affirms the constitutionality of genetically engineered food labeling, as well as the rights of Vermonters and U.S. citizens across the country,” states George Kimbrell, senior attorney for the Center for Food Safety and counsel in the case.

The ruling came shortly after an analysis by the Environmental Working Group found that industry groups spent $63.6 million last year—triple the amount spent in 2013—to defeat GMO-labeling measures. The general consensus is the Vermont case is likely to go to trial.

Fresh Catch

Community Supported Fisheries Share Bounty of the Sea Community supported agriculture is a growing movement in which subscribers pay farmers for weekly shares of their crops before the growing season starts, benefiting both. The farmers receive an infusion of cash up front and are paid a fair price for the food they produce. Consumers receive fresh food from sustainable, local farms and are often introduced to vegetables and fruits they might not try otherwise.

The same concept applies to new community supported fisheries (CSF), which reconnect coastal communities to their local food systems. According to Paul Greenberg, author of American Catch: The Fight for our Local Seafood, 91 percent of the seafood that Americans eat comes from other countries, while one-third of the seafood caught by American fishermen is sold outside our borders. He believes this situation exists because most Americans aren’t willing to pay premium prices for better seafood and domestic fishermen realize better prices overseas.

By using the website LocalCatch.org/locator to find nearby CSF programs, pioneering coastal communities can benefit from both supporting sustainable fishing practices and their local environment while still sufficiently feeding their residents.

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Fracking Fallout

Waterways, Soils and Animals Poisoned with EPA Approval Surface disposal of water produced by oil and gas drilling is forbidden in the Eastern U.S., but allowed in arid Western states for purposes of agricultural or wildlife propagation. The result: Millions of gallons of water laced with toxic chemicals from oil and gas drilling rigs are pumped for consumption by wildlife and livestock with approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The EPA is issuing permits at nearly a dozen oil fields on or abutting the Native American Wind River Reservation, in Wyoming, for surface application of drilling wastewater without even identifying the chemicals in fluids used for hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, let alone setting effluent limits for the contaminants contained within them. Also, monitoring requirements allow water to be tested long after fracking outflow, or maintenance flushing, is completed. The EPA maintains Clean Water Act jurisdiction on tribal lands.

Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) Executive Director Jeff Ruch states, “Gushers of putrid, grayish water encrusted with chemical crystals flood through Wind River into nearby streams.”

PEER is asking the EPA to rewrite the permits to regulate all the chemicals being discharged and to determine whether the produced water is potable for wildlife and livestock.

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Bee Aware Lowe’s to Stop Selling Toxic Pesticides

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Sun-Fueled Energy Booms in Pioneer States Two years in the making, the Topaz Solar Project, the world’s largest, has begun operating in California, powerful enough to supply 160,000 homes using 9 million photovoltaic solar panels installed across 9.5 square miles. Compared to fossil fuel technology, the facility is projected to remove 377,000 tons of carbon dioxide each year; equivalent to taking 73,000 cars off the road. Unlike some solar plants, Topaz requires no water to generate electricity and makes minimal sound because there are no moving parts, so its total environmental impact is minimal.

In Hawaii, where 12 percent of homes have solar panels, handling surplus power is putting pressure on the state’s biggest utility, which now wants to reduce what it pays for the energy. Electricity there is pricey, with monthly bills of $600 to $700 not uncommon. The growing popularity of making electricity at home puts new pressures on old infrastructure like circuits and power lines and cuts into electric company revenue. As a result, many utilities are reducing incentives and adding steep fees. “Hawaii is a postcard from the future,” says Adam Browning, executive director of Vote Solar, a policy and advocacy group based in California.

Lowe’s Home Improvement says it will begin to eliminate neonicotinoid pesticides, a leading contributor to global bee declines, from its stores. This public commitment is the most significant announcement so far for a retailer of its size.

Lisa Archer, a spokesperson for Friends of the Earth, says, “We are pleased Lowe’s is listening to consumer concerns and to the growing body of science telling us we need to move away from bee-toxic pesticides by taking steps to be part of the solution to the bee crisis.”

The retailer has pledged to phase out neonicotinoids as suitable alternatives become available, redouble existing integrated pest management practices for suppliers and provide additional materials for educating customers about pollinator health.

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Mushroom Magic

Fungi Clean Up Toxic Wastes For waterways, soil or even radioactively contaminated areas, the powerful use of mycelium to sequester contaminants is receiving significant attention. Leading American mycologist Paul Stamets, the pioneering founder of Fungi Perfecti, has been working for years with mycore mediation, using mycelium to clean up waste sites. He holds nine patents on the antiviral, pesticidal and remediative properties of mushroom mycelia. Stamets even has an eight-step plan for cleaning up radioactive poisoning and thinks fungi could remediate radiation at the melted reactor sites in Fukushima, Japan.

The Ocean Blue Project (OceanBlueProject.org), based in Corvallis, Texas, uses locally grown oyster mushroom spores lodged in a coffee grounds mixture.

Then they create a “bunker spawn” that’s put into a river to restore polluted aquatic habitat. As the mushrooms grow, they break down toxins and remove pollutants from the river. Mycore mediation also helps with weed control.

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globalbriefs Protests Needed Food Industry Fudges GMO Facts The U.S. Right to Know nonprofit has issued a report, Seedy Business: What Big Food Is Hiding with Its Slick PR Campaign on GMOs (usrtk.org/ seedybusiness.pdf). It outlines the food industry’s campaign to manipulate the media, public opinion and politics with disreputable tactics, company-sponsored science and public relations spin.

Since 2012, the agrichemical and food industries have mounted a complex, multifaceted public relations, advertising, lobbying and political campaign in the U.S. spending more than $100 million per year to defend genetically engineered food and crops and the pesticides that accompany them, the authors report. The purpose is to deceive the public, deflect efforts to win the right to know what’s in our food via labeling that’s now required in 64 countries and ultimately, to extend their profit stream at any cost to the public for as long as possible.

Highlights include a history of the industry’s tactics to conceal information, ensure lack of government policy and testing for genetically modified organisms (GMOs), attack credible scientists and journalists and support untrustworthy advocates and political machinations.

GMO Gains

Food Supplies Increasingly Under Siege Three hundred farmers recently took over the building and interrupted a meeting where the Brazil National Biosafety Technical Commission was deciding whether or not to introduce genetically engineered (GE/GM/GMO) transgenic eucalyptus trees into their biosphere. These activists and thousands more around the country have halted plans temporarily, but the assault continues by international corporations bent on patenting and controlling the environment itself.

At home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has already approved the first corporate-sponsored, patented, genetically modified tree, ArborGen’s loblolly pine.

Despite outspoken public opposition, the USDA approved it with no public oversight nor assessment of the environmental risks it poses.

Grass-fed beef farmers, supplying an alternative that many seek to avoid GMO feed grain, now have to cope with the advent of genetically modified grass. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Monsanto’s exclusive consumer sales agent for RoundUp glyphosate weed killer, intends to conduct field trials at the homes of company employees absent government oversight, because no laws currently prohibit or limit the planting of GMO grass.

In February, the government approved the first genetically modified apple for commercial planting. The Arctic apple is part of a growing list of sanctioned GMO fresh produce, including papaya and sweet corn. A gene within the apple is altered so it resists browning and bruising.

Many people die or go blind from vitamin A deficiency, so the Gates Foundation has funded research by Australia’s Queensland University of Technology to create a vitamin-enhanced, GMO “super banana”. Testing on humans will take place in the U.S. over a six-week period and researchers aim to start growing the fruit in Uganda by 2020.

Sign concerned-citizen petitions at Tinyurl.com/Credo-No-GMO-Trees and Tinyurl.com/ Care2-No-GMO-Grass.

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Bug Food

Protein-Rich Insects May Be Food of the Future As the world’s population grows, it makes sense to decrease consumption of animal protein. Approximately 70 percent of agricultural land and 30 percent of the total land on Earth is currently used to raise livestock, the world’s main source of protein. “Insects require less feed, water, land and energy to produce and their production generates substantially lower environmental pollutants, such as pesticides and greenhouse gases,” says Aaron Dossey, Ph.D., owner of All Things Bugs, in Gainesville, Florida, a company that provides protein-rich insect powder for commercial use.

“Some insects are as much as 80 percent protein by weight and provide more essential amino acids than most other animal proteins,” reports Dossey. “They are also rich in nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids.” For example, on a dry-weight basis, crickets contain as much omega-3 fatty acids as salmon.

Florence Dunkel, Ph.D., an associate professor of entomology at Montana State University and editor of The Food Insects Newsletter, states, “Eighty-five insect species in the U.S. are documented as potential food sources; worldwide, there are 1,900 species.” She cites locusts, grasshoppers, crickets, silk moth pupae and beetle and moth larvae among the top insects consumed as food worldwide.

Watch a video at Tinyurl.com/InsectsAsFood.

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The Need to Protect Precious Native Topsoils American states salute their native identities and characteristics in many ways, including official birds and flowers. Home farmers, growers and gardeners can relish that soils also bear official state designations, including New York’s Honeoye, South Carolina’s Lynchburg, Alabama’s Bama, Iowa’s Tama and California’s San Joaquin. All these different types of earth are threatened by widespread use of pesticides, topsoil degradation and other factors that severely hamper their integrity.

The U.N. General Assembly declared 2015 as the International Year of Soils, saluting its many roles, including storing and filtering water, providing resilience to drought, participating in the carbon cycle and being the foundation for agriculture. According to The Land Institute, the loss of topsoil is the greatest threat to our food supply. Planting perennial crops, agroforestry, intercropping and other agro-ecological practices can help conserve soils, preventing erosion and protecting water.

According to GreenLiving.com, these sustainable practices can help prevent soil erosion:

Reduce impervious surfaces. Driveways, patios and lanais allow precipitation to flow freely over them, gaining momentum in the process, to erode topsoil. Use paving stones rather than a concrete slab to allow water to percolate down into the soil.

Plant a rain garden. As a shallow depression in the yard, a rain garden collects precipitation washing over impervious surfaces, preventing soil erosion and facilitating growth of wetland plants.

Use a rain barrel. Placing a barrel underneath a downspout will collect and store water that runs off roofs, making it available for watering plants even when rain is sporadic.

It supports both water and soil conservation efforts.

Consider innovative products. Fiber mulch mats—small, biodegradable particles of wood, straw, coconut and other natural plant materials interlocked with mulch—blend with soil to keep moisture in the topsoil by acting as a top coating. (Review representative manufacturers’ products at LandscapePlanet.com and ErosionPollution.com.)

Find the official soil for each state at Tinyurl.com/NativeStateSoils.

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their community, whether animals are treated humanely, if family farmers and other food workers are paid a living wage and can collectively bargain and whether people have access to safe, healthy food—as well as the right to know what is in their food, how it is produced and where it comes from.”

Peck believes that if we want a cleaner environment, healthier people and more vibrant communities, “We need to be citizens that care about bringing democratic accountability, social justice and ecological integrity to all aspects of our food/farm system.”

Local Food Strengthens Communities

Food Democracy By the People, for the People and Toward a Stronger Nation

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

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o more fully understand the concept of democracy, we can look to some past U.S. presidents.

Abraham Lincoln defined it as “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” Thomas Jefferson said, “An informed citizenry is at the heart of a dynamic democracy.” Harry S. Truman further recognized that “secrecy and a free, democratic government don’t mix.”

By extension, “food democracy” describes a fair and transparent food system in which people have informed choices and control in determining what and how they eat. It’s what happens when we view people as citizens, rather than consumers, and treat food as a human right, reports the Oakland, California-based Pesticide Action Network (PAN).

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the Earth and all organisms that inhabit the ecosystem.

Food Sovereignty Feeds Independence

A PAN report on food democracy describes food sovereignty as the international equivalent of the U.S. movement to re-localize control over our food and farming. It’s rooted in regenerating historically autonomous food systems with, for and by the people.

John Peck, Ph.D., executive director of Family Farm Defenders, in Madison, Wisconsin, explains that the term “food sovereignty” was coined about two decades ago by the globally active La Via Campesina, comprised of family farmers, farm workers, fishing folks, hunters, gatherers and indigenous communities around the world.

“At its most basic,” Peck says, “Food sovereignty is about reclaiming local democratic control over our food/ farm system from corporate agribusiness.” This way, “Everyone has the right to decide what is grown or raised in

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In their report, Deepening Food Democracy, the Institute of Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP), in Minneapolis, describes how U.S. food and farming has increasingly become concentrated, consolidated and controlled by the few.

Local food enthusiasts want to take back their food system from industrial, corporate masters that lobby for legislation which denies citizens the right to know how their food is produced or if it contains genetically modified ingredients (GMO). The growing local food movement is as much about returning power to communities, food workers, farmers and farm workers as it is about producing and distributing healthy, sustainably grown food, reports IATP.

Anthony Flaccavento, an organic farmer in the Appalachian region of southwestern Virginia, has been working on national food and sustainable farming initiatives for nearly 30 years.

In a recent Food Sleuth Radio interview, he described the resulting tremendous, multiple positive impacts of strong local economies, noting that a strong local food system is usually at their center.

“Once you have vibrant, diverse local economies,” says Flaccavento, “you have better health, lower crime and incarceration rates—and more civic participation.” Basically, a more democratic food system could help fix many of the maladies ailing our nation today. The steady growth of farmers’ markets, farm to school programs and food policy councils prove that Americans are hungry both for clean food and an enhanced sense of community.

While Flaccavento appreciates conscious consumers that support local food providers, he emphasizes, “Just acting locally isn’t enough. We need to re-engage with bigger social and political debates, as well.”

In a food democracy, everyone is a stakeholder.

Not only do people have equal access to food, but they’re informed, active, engaged and participating.

thereby improving children’s diets, health, school performance and future potential. “We are contributing to food democracy by making sure every child we touch, regardless ~Rose Hayden-Smith, author, of income, zip code Sowing the Seeds of Victory and skin color, faith or nation of origin, has access to fresh, healthy, nutritious food that they help Growing Vegetables grow,” says Ritz. and Democracy

So far, his Green Bronx Machine After Hurricane Katrina hit New Orcommunity has raised 30,000 pounds leans, Jenga Mwendo knew she had of vegetables. “We’re growing justice,” to leave her high-powered job in New Ritz announced in his March 2015 TED York City and return to her hometown Talk. “My favorite crop is organically in the devastated Lower Ninth Ward. grown citizens—graduates, voters and “My parents raised me to contribute,” students who are eating [better] and livMwendo explains. “My first name ing healthier lives!” means ‘to build’ and my last name means ‘always progressing’.”

Kitchen Gardens

In 2009, Mwendo founded the Backyard Gardeners Network (BGN), Nourish the World a local nonprofit organization that Roger Doiron is the founder and restores and strengthens what had once director of Kitchen Gardeners Interbeen a thriving, closely knit, self-reliant national (KGI), an online global comcommunity, rich with backyard gardens munity of some 30,000 people in 100 and citizen engagement. Residents countries that are growing some of went to work, recognizing the potentheir own food. He spearheaded First tial of community gardens to revitalize Lady Michelle Obama’s White House their neighborhood and bring affordGarden. Doiron’s campaign to bring a able healthful food to residents, many food garden back to the White House of them suffering from obesity, heart (presidents John Adams, Jefferson and disease and diabetes. The BGN both Jackson all had edible gardens) began revitalized a community garden and in 2008, went viral, took root and the converted a blighted lot into a Guerrilla rest is history. Today, the first lady conGarden, where people of all ages gather tinues to champion garden-fresh food to grow food, share stories, embrace to improve children’s health. their cultural heritage and learn how to

From his own 1,500-square-foot become responsible citizens. garden in Scarborough, Maine, Doiron

“We bring people together and and his wife harvested 900 pounds of make decisions collectively,” says organic fruits and vegetables worth Mwendo. “The garden is for our com$2,200 in a single season. “Talented munity, by our community.” Undergardeners with more generous soils and standing the value of involving children climates are able to produce even more and teens, she adds, “Kids know they food in less space,” he says, “but maxiwill be loved here. This is a nurturing mizing production is not our only goal. environment.”

We’re also trying to maximize pleasure

Like Mwendo, Stephen Ritz, a top and health.”

10 finalist in the Varkey Foundation’s Doiron believes, “Quality food is Global Teacher Prize, is reaching youth central to well-being and is one of the through food. Based in New York City’s best ways to unite people of different South Bronx, one of the country’s poorcountries and cultures around a comest school districts, he and his students mon, positive agenda.” He’s convinced are growing vegetables in school, that kitchen gardens will play a critical

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role in feeding a growing population faced with climate challenges. On July 4, his organization celebrates Food Independence Day as a way to recognize the role of home and community gardens in achieving self-sufficiency.

Saving Seeds, Saving Democracy

Jim Gerritsen operates Wood Prairie Farm with his family in Bridgewater, Maine. He’s dedicated to using organic farming methods to protect the environment and food quality, provide ample harvests and foster good jobs for the next generation of young farmers.

As president of the Organic Seed Growers and Trade Association, Gerritsen led a lawsuit against Monsanto in 2011, challenging the validity of seed patents. In a Food Sleuth Radio interview, he explains, “Patented seeds cannot be saved and replanted. To take that right away from farmers was a

terrible mistake on the part of the Supreme Court.” Seed ownership belongs to the people; our seed resource is part of our common heritage. “Genetic engineering was an invention to take away from the commons the ownership of seeds,” he continues. “Regaining control of the seed supply is one of the most pressing battles we have in agriculture.” Gerritsen encourages everyone to plant an organic garden using organic seeds and to advocate GMO labeling.

“Let’s let transparency reign, which is a hallmark of a democratic system,” he proclaims.

Melinda Hemmelgarn is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and nationally syndicated radio host at KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO (Food Sleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image. blogspot.com.

National Count of Farmers’ Market Directory Listings

Food Independence Resources Bioscience Research Project BioscienceResource.org Corporate Accountability International StopCorporateAbuse.org Fair Food Network FairFoodNetwork.org Food Co-op Initiative FoodCoopInitiative.coop Food First FoodFirst.org Food & Water Watch FoodAndWaterWatch.org Food Policy Councils MarkWinne.com/resource-materials Food Sleuth Radio KOPN.org Food Voices: Stories from the People Who Feed Us FoodVoices.org Kitchen Gardeners International kgi.org National Family Farm Coalition nffc.net National Farm to School Network FarmToSchool.org Oxfam America “Behind the Brands” BehindTheBrands.org/en-us The Seed Library Social Network SeedLibraries.org Seed Savers Exchange SeedSavers.org Table of the Earth EatLocalSimpleSteps.com Union of Concerned Scientists ucsusa.org

Nationwide tracking of farmers’ markets that listed fewer than 1,800 in 1994 now numbers nearly 8,300 20 years later.

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Control oil and you control nations; control food and you control people. ~Henry Kissinger

From Food Consumer to Food Citizen N

ow is the time for all good men and women to become food citizens.

Making the transition from being a mere consumer to community citizen requires addressing a set of questions geared to lead to food truth and justice for all. n Where does my food come from? n Who produced it? n Under what conditions was this food grown or produced; were workers treated fairly and animals humanely? n What’s in or on my food; am I eating pesticides, antibiotics, hormones, genetically modified ingredients or additives? n What might be the unintended consequences of my food choices for farmers competing against big agribusiness and striving to do the right thing? n How might my choices affect the environment and future generations? n What local, state and national policies stand in the way of a fair and transparent food system?

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Songs of Freedom We All Long for Liberty

by Enrique Smeke

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he yearning for freedom is like a seed that dwells deep in our hearts—freedom from scarcity, from conflicting relationships, from addictions, from health issues. This yearning for freedom binds the centuries.

In the Americas, this clamor can be heard in the words of the national anthems of many countries. The Colombian national anthem mentions the “invisible light of sublime freedom.” The Uruguayan anthem says, “Freedom, that clamor that saved our country.” The Mexican anthem asks that “the echoes resound with voices of unity and freedom.” The Argentine anthem exclaims, “Listen, mortals, to the sacred cry: Freedom,” and the American anthem reminds us that this is “the land of the free.”

Mary Baker Eddy proclaims in her book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, “Citizens of the world,

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accept the ‘glorious liberty of the children of God,’ and be free!”

Let the seed in your heart sprout.

Water it with gratitude. Accept the liberty to be free as your God-given nature. Yearn to see each other as God’s child, to feel God’s ever-present love and to grow freer and freer from all limitations—and watch as the seed’s tender shoots manifest themselves in improved health, progress and joy in families, friends and the world. Let freedom always be included in your anthem song.

From a free podcast series titled Your Daily Lift. Songs of Freedom is by international speaker Enrique Smeke, a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing from Newburyport, MA, and Miami, FL, raised in Argentina. Used with permission of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston (ChristianScience.com/dailylift).

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by Judith Fertig

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n 1776, the stirring phrase in the U.S. Declaration of Independence—life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness—became a rallying cry for American colonists seeking these inalienable rights of self-government.

In 2015, those seeking a new way of eating for personal wellness, a more vibrant local economy and a healthier environment are fomenting their own kind of rebellion.

“You have to make a conscious decision to change for your own wellbeing, that of your family and your country,” according to former President Bill Clinton. In early 2010, suffering from heart disease, Clinton chose to radically change his meat-lover’s diet to a more plant-based focus. “I wanted to live to be a grandfather, so I decided to pick the diet that I thought would maximize my chances of long-term survival,” he says.

Clinton is part of a growing leadership group that espouses a more vegetarian approach to eating, including a federally appointed panel of nutritionists. For the first time since its formation in 1983, the federal Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee this year elected to factor environmental sustainability into its recommendations, noting that a diet lower in animal-based foods is not only healthier,

but has less of an environmental impact. The impetus toward plant-based foods is also stronger than in their last report in 2010.

Exciting Developments

A bold pioneer in the charge for plantbased eating is PlantPure Nation, a grassroots organization founded by Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., the author of the bestselling The China Study, a book that helped persuade Clinton to make his own dietary change. Today, his son, Nelson Campbell, is at the forefront of this food revolution, most recently producing the independent documentary film PlantPure Nation, set to debut nationwide on July 4.

Those enticed by the delicious concept of better health for themselves and the planet can also turn to The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, with more than 150 plant-based recipes by Kim Campbell, Nelson’s wife, whom he names “the chef in the family.”

“No issue is bigger than the one of plant-based nutrition,” says Nelson. “It’s at the root of our healthcare crisis, affecting the lives of millions of Americans, the vitality of our economy and the solvency of our government.

The food we eat has enormous effects on climate, water and soil resources.

Our food choices also affect the way in

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which food is produced and distributed in this country, equitably or not.”

Historically, political revolutions tend to be violently adversarial, but a food revolution can take a more nurturing and inclusive course. “The first step people can take is to change their own diet,” Nelson says. “The next step is to help others do the same. The third is to get involved in the movement.”

New Fourth of July Barbecue

A fun way to help ourselves and our friends and family consider making dietary changes is hosting a plantbased Fourth of July get-together. Kim’s recipes for a smoky “barbecue” sandwich, creamy potato salad and a zesty, colorful bean dish celebrate traditional picnic foods with a twist. They’re also perfect for potluck-style entertaining.

“We have often branded this idea of plant-based nutrition as such and such a ‘diet’, and then built these brands around personalities. But in order to make this a more mainstream idea, we need to frame it differently.

This concept of plant-based nutrition is a fact of nature; a simple idea that’s accessible to all,” says Nelson.

In a 2012 Gallup poll, just 5 percent of U.S. adults identified themselves as vegetarians, plus 2 percent as vegans. It’s a start, Nelson contends, and there are other promising signs.

“The local-food movement is blossoming, with farmers’ markets springing up all over the United States,” proclaims the National Geographic special publication The Future of Food (Food.

NationalGeographic.com). The number has increased dramatically in the past five years. The editors point to the demand for fresh produce and a desire to invest in local economies as driving this growth.

“I love the idea of a movement involving millions of people fixing a problem that industry and government have largely caused,” says Nelson. “Our success may show a new way forward for solving other pressing social problems.”

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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PlantPure Nation Recipes pork. Use a fork to pull apart the fruit and stir thoroughly.

Turn the slow cooker to low heat and cook for another 1 to 2 hours.

BBQ Jackfruit

Yields: 4 to 6 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 5 to 7 hours Green jackfruit, a native plant of Asia, is often termed the vegetarian’s meat.

The hardest part of this recipe is finding canned green jackfruit (available in most Asian markets). Although fresh green jackfruit is occasionally available, it’s messy, sticky and difficult to cut.

Two 20-oz cans green jackfruit in water, drained 1½ cups barbecue sauce 1 onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced (medium pieces)

Kim’s hints: 4 Customize this recipe with a favorite barbecue sauce that has no added oils and a low sodium content.

4 This recipe gets better the longer it’s cooked. Leftovers are good.

4 Serve the barbecue on a whole-grain bun and top with coleslaw.

Creamy Potato Salad

Place potato pieces in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and boil 5 to 10 minutes; then turn down the heat to medium and cook until tender.

Rinse the cooked potatoes in a colander with cold water until they are room temperature. Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl.

This traditional potato salad has the perfect blend of celery, onions and seasonings.

Add the remaining ingredients to the potatoes and gently stir thoroughly.

2½ pounds red potatoes, unpeeled 4 organic celery stalks, thinly sliced

Place all the ingredients in a slow cooker at medium heat for 4 to 5 hours.

Jackfruit will soften, begin to fall apart and take on the consistency of pulled

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Cut the potatoes into half- to one-inch chunks.

Yields: 6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes

Rinse the green jackfruit thoroughly.

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½ red onion, cut in half again and julienned 6 green onions, sliced ½ cup tofu cashew mayonnaise 4 tsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp agave nectar ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Tofu-Cashew Mayonnaise ¼ cup raw cashews, soaked in water at least 2 to 3 hours, then dried 7 oz firm tofu ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp tahini 4 tsp lemon juice 1½ tsp white vinegar 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

2½ tsp agave nectar 2 Tbsp water ¼ tsp xanthan gum (in grocery baking aisle) Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender. Blend until smooth and shiny.

The key is to soak the cashews first.

Southwestern Bean Salad

Yields 4 to 6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Seasoned for a Southwestern flavor, the beans, corn and avocado make this a satisfying salad everyone will like.

1 15-oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 1 red bell pepper, seeded and medium diced ½ cup diced medium red onion 1 cup halved or quartered cherry tomatoes 1 avocado, pitted and diced ¼ cup red wine vinegar ¼ cup lime juice 1 Tbsp agave nectar ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp chili powder 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Refrigerate for an hour and then sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Thai Tofu Wraps Yields: 6 wraps Prep time: 15 minutes

The tofu filling for these wraps is full of Thai flavors, with the perfect combination of peanuts, lime and cilantro.

1 14-oz block extra-firm tofu ¼ cup natural peanut butter (100 percent peanuts) 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 1½ Tbsp lime juice ¼ tsp garlic powder 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce 1/3 cup small diced red bell pepper ¼ cup sliced green onion ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 6 whole-wheat tortilla wraps 2 cups sprouts Drain the tofu and gently press between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.

In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic powder and Sriracha.

Add the tofu, bell pepper, green onion and cilantro and stir with a fork until well mixed and the tofu is crumbly.

Place a portion of the tofu mixture in the center of a whole-wheat tortilla wrap, top with sprouts or favorite veggies and roll up the tortilla.

Kim’s hint: 4 The Thai tofu filling can also be served in a sandwich (e.g., on toasted whole-wheat bread with fresh basil).

Caribbean Quinoa Bowl Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes.

Cook time: 10 minutes ½ cup quinoa 1 cup water 4 cups chopped kale 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder ¼ tsp sea salt ¾ cup salsa (medium hot) ½ cup diced pineapple (fresh, canned or frozen) ¾ cup corn (fresh or frozen) ¾ cup diced avocado ¼ cup sliced green onions Rinse the quinoa thoroughly, which can have a bitter taste otherwise.

Add the quinoa and the water to a pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until all liquid is absorbed.

Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Lightly steam the kale until bright green. Add to the bowl with quinoa.

Add the beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, salsa, pineapple and corn. Toss until the ingredients are well mixed.

Top with the avocado and green onions and serve immediately.

Source for all recipes: The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, by Kim Campbell.

Combine the beans and vegetables in a large bowl and feel free to add seasonal vegetables to taste.

Blend the vinegar, lime juice, agave, salt, cumin, chili powder and Sriracha in a small bowl. Add more chili powder and Sriracha for a spicier dish.

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Jeffrey Smith Warns Against GMOs

by Linda Sechrist

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effrey Smith is the founder and executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology, author of Seeds of Deception and director of the documentary Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives. Smith and his organization’s Campaign for Healthier Eating in America are spearheading consumer rejection of genetically modified foods (GM/GMO) in order to force them off the market.

What basics should everyone know about GMOs? Genetic engineering is different from traditional crossbreeding. In engineering six major GMO crops—soy, corn, cotton, canola, sugar beets and alfalfa—a gene from a virus or bacteria was forced into the DNA of the plants. Derivatives such as soy lecithin, soy protein, highfructose corn syrup and sugar (unless labeled as cane sugar) are in the vast majority of processed foods.

How did GMO foods invade grocery shelves?

Many U.S. consumers mistakenly believe that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves GMO crops only after careful study. Instead, the agency claimed it wasn’t aware of any significant difference from other food crops and declared safety testing unnecessary. In reality, according to FDA documents later made public in a lawsuit, the consensus among FDA 38

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scientists was that GMOs were different and dangerous and needed rigorous, longterm testing to prevent allergies, toxins, new diseases and nutritional problems.

When the George W. Bush administration ordered the agency to promote biotechnology as a way to increase U.S. food exports, the FDA responded by creating a new position of Deputy Commissioner of Policy for Michael R. Taylor, a former Monsanto attorney. He later became a Monsanto vice president and is now back at the FDA as the U.S. food safety czar.

Why is Roundup, Monsanto’s weed killer for GMO crops, so toxic?

Monsanto portrays Roundup as a benevolent herbicide. This is a lie.

Glyphosate, its active patented ingredient, alters biochemical pathways in the body. Scientists such as Anthony Samsel and Stephanie Seneff have linked glyphosate to numerous diseases and disorders, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, gluten sensitivity, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, depression, autism and reproductive disorders. In March, the World Health Organization declared it a probable carcinogen.

How can we avoid unlabeled GMO foods?

Eat organic foods, which are not allowed to contain GM ingredients, or products that are labeled non-GMO,

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or those that don’t contain derivatives of the current nine GMO food crops, which now include some zucchini, yellow squash and papaya grown in Hawaii or China. Any packaged grocery product not labeled “Non-GMO” or “Organic” is likely to contain at least one GMO; this includes meat and dairy products, from animals that have eaten GM feed.

NonGMOShoppingGuide.com is a reliable resource that lists about 30,000 non-GMO products. A non-GMO diet is recommended by thousands of doctors, as well as the American Academy of Environmental Medicine.

What more can “we the people” do to eradicate GMOs? We are in control, not government agencies. I believe that promoting a stronger message—that GMOs are dangerous and should be avoided—would better serve consumers and the food-labeling movement. High-profile campaigns will continue educating consumers about the dangers of GMOs and the necessity of rejecting them in favor of healthier nonGMO choices, especially for children that are most at risk.

The desired result is that food companies will feel the loss of profits and remove GMOs as a liability.

The tipping point in the U.S. is almost here. In 2013, the president of Whole Foods announced that when a product becomes verified as non-GMO, sales leap by 15 to 30 percent. Thousands of natural product brands were immediately enrolled for verification.

Now conventional brands such as Post Foods’ Grape Nuts, Target’s Simply Balanced brand, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and Chipotle’s restaurant menu are GMO-free. General Mills stopped using GMO beet sugar in Cheerios. When the rest of the food industry sees these non-GMO-labeled products increase in sales in conventional supermarkets, they will be forced to eliminate GMOs as well, to protect their market share.

Visit ResponsibleTechnology.org and GeneticRouletteMovie.com to educate everyone about the dangers of GMOs. Connect with writer Linda Sechrist at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

Seven Centers of Consciousness: The Chakra System in the Western World Rev. Elizabeth Thompson

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e are never helpless when it comes to transforming our own lives! It was 1974 when I first came in contact with The Handbook to Higher Consciousness by Ken Keys. This material, along with the Unity Movement, has been instrumental in helping me establish a powerful foundation of self-love, personal responsibility, accountability for the choices I make, and the attitudes I bring to life. These 12 Pathways, along with the Seven Centers of Consciousness, are invaluable tools for awakening our Indwelling Christ Consciousness which Ken refers to as “Cosmic Consciousness.”

It was an amazing awareness to discover that I did not need the agreement, approval or even cooperation from others in order to be happy.

What I did need was to let go of my emotion-backed demand that both my circumstances and other individuals correspond with my will. Releasing this expectation made a tremendous

difference in my life. It was an amazing discovery to understand that, as long as I was reacting from the lower three centers of consciousness, I would never be able to engage the expanded awareness that is always available. Through the years, I have discovered that when I identify the level of awareness from which I am engaging, it is often more than enough to raise the quality of my response to a more effective level that flows from peace and wisdom.

Through maintaining diligent awareness of the center by which you are operating, you have direct access to your own transformation, as well as awakening the Infinite Mind and Sacred Heart. Being aware of your personal love center leads to an empowered life, joyous freedom, and the detachment from needing others meet certain demands in order to earn your love and acceptance. Instead, you begin to view them as fellow awakened beings, discovering their own life lessons.

I once had the privilege of meeting and working directly with Ken Keys

on his book How to Enjoy Your Life, In Spite of It All. The approach outlined in this material has been invaluable in keeping me centered within the integrity of a loving consciousness throughout my many years of serving the Unity Movement as a minister.

This, in no way, means that it is easy.

The approach, though simple in theory, requires discernment, devotion and willingness; however, the rewards are filled with peace, freedom, love, and expanded compassion for both myself and all who cross my path.

We are all on a never-ending journey of learning how to love deliberately and unconditionally. This objective is not only possible, but inevitable, as each of us is fully capable of attaining Cosmic/Christ Consciousness if we engage in the method of “living love.”

This begins from understanding which of the seven centers of consciousness is in charge. For example, am I reacting from a lifestyle based on the lower egodirected behavior? Or, perhaps I am moving into responding from a deeper space of loving understanding that is centered on the willingness to engage in respect, love and appreciation.

Years ago, I took to heart the statement Keys taught me when he wrote that life was meant to be “a deep, intuitive understanding, giving full flexibility to flow in mutually supportive and loving ways with no inflexible folkways and personal patterns.” By no means easy, this requires continuous daily commitment on our parts.

I look forward to revisiting these principles of our seven centers of consciousness at work for dynamic awakening and empowerment. You are invited to join with me in understanding their operation at work in your own life by learning to arise gently and deliberately into an expanded awareness that is always available.

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FOOD GLEANING Harvesting Leftovers Feeds the Hungry

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mericans annually discard more food than plastic—35 million tons in 2012—an amount that’s tripled since 1960, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Most of the waste is fruits and vegetables, seafood, grains, meat and milk. Since waste starts in the fields before it compounds via restaurants, grocers and families, the easiest starting point to reverse this trend is with farmers.

“Farming’s a high-risk business.

Farmers can’t predict weather, sales or equipment problems, so extra is grown,” explains Laurie Caldwell, executive director of Boston Area Gleaners, in Waltham, Massachusetts. “Up to 20 percent of U.S.-grown food isn’t harvested. Gleaners save what’s left behind for hungry people in need.”

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problem, “We’ve seen a shift in priorities, with food pantries offering fresh, quality food and educating both staff and recipients,” she reports. In 2014, Boston Area Gleaners harvested 34 farms, contributing 177,000 pounds of primarily vegetables encompassing 60 varieties.

California’s fruit is abundant because of the state’s year-round growing season. Until the 1960s and the advent of Silicon Valley, this was the world’s largest fruit-producing region. Some of its current apple trees date back to the Gold Rush days. “We glean backyards and orchards here,” says Craig Diserens, executive director of Village Harvest, in San Jose. “Apples, pears, cherries, peaches, plums and apricots, plus citrus fruits—it’s ladderless picking, to protect both volunteers and trees.” Telescoping tools pluck out-ofreach fruit. The nonprofit gleans 15 to 20 times a month via volunteers ages 5 to 90. In 2013, its Harvesting for the Hungry program distributed 245,000 pounds of fruit.

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The Feeding America West Michigan food bank, headquartered in Comstock, provides more than produce, with donations from manufacturers, wholesalers, restaurants and stores adding meat, dairy, frozen foods and bread. Volunteers repackage donations into usable sizes; do clerical work; pick produce; and sort, pack, store and deliver food.

While most of the nonprofit’s yield is distributed through 1,100 food pantries, shelters and soup kitchens, many can’t store perishables. Working with churches, schools and community centers, the organization’s mobile units deliver fresh food directly to recipients, often the same day it is donated. Each unit can carry food for 100 to 200 families. This local Feeding America outreach group serves an estimated 492,000 people each year.

The Society of St. Andrew often rescues the “ugly” produce—potatoes not well-shaped for chips, oversized peaches, too-long green beans, too-ripe strawberries and apples that aren’t picture perfect.

“Farmers get a tax benefit and people get fresh food,” says Bruce Oland, the Triangle Area coordinator in North Carolina. “Farmers let us know when they’ll harvest a crop and we have a few days to glean what’s left before they replant. We pick anything edible—kale, lettuce, tomatoes, cantaloupe and lots of sweet potatoes.” In a single harvested field, volunteers have gleaned seven tons of sweet potatoes.

The society’s gleaning and feeding ministry has regional offices in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. Additional areas are located in Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Ohio and Pennsylvania (see EndHunger.org).

Jason Brown, a former St. Louis Rams’ center with a five-year, $37 million contract, traded his cleats for a tractor. Now in Louisburg, North Carolina, he calls First Fruits Farm home and plans to donate the first fruits of every harvest to food pantries. He learned about farming from YouTube videos, computer searches

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It doesn’t require a big time commitment to help feed the hungry.

Backyard gardeners can start by planting an extra row (Tinyurl.com/PlantRow ForHungry). Since its inception in 1995, the Plant a Row program has collectively turned 20 million pounds of produce into 80 million meals.

Offer to pick a neighbor’s excess produce or herbs, and then check with others nearby. Get the kids involved.

Volunteer at or make a donation to a soup kitchen. Gather a group of friends, family, members of an organization or congregation to glean or repackage produce one day a month. If a local food pantry can’t accept perishables, leverage social media to spread the word about which day free food will be available at a church or school.

Everyone can help. No one should go to bed hungry.

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Letting Go of Doubt

MANIFEST MIRACLES Tap Into the Field of Infinite Possibility

by Deborah Shouse

“Something amazingly awesome is going to happen to me today.”

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hese are the first words Pam Grout speaks when she rises every morning before dancing her way into the bathroom. She plays a favorite uplifting tune such as Pharrell William’s Happy or Abba’s Dancing Queen and creates a sassy choreography complete with fist pumps, joyous jumps and a little rhythmic strutting.

Her easy positive actions take no longer than it would to worry, “How will I get everything done today?” and then trudging into the bathroom feeling fatigued and overwhelmed. Plus, Grout’s

playful attitude makes a big difference in the rest of the day’s outcomes.

Grout is the author of two internationally bestselling books, E-Squared and E-Cubed. Both offer readers multiple opportunities to experience a disarmingly simple outlook on life.

“There is an infinite force of potentiality in the universe that has our backs and wants to interact with us and guide us,” Grout believes. “There is no absolute reality; we create the reality that serves us and places our attention on what we most want.”

Grout’s journey to a life filled with joy and miracles is ongoing. As a freelance writer, she initially struggled with self-doubt, wondering, “What do I, a kid from Kansas, have to offer a New York City editor?” and came face-to-face with fears about money.

Even though she was earning a decent living, she was recycling her parents’ anxieties about not having enough.

“I’m not good enough” was another party crasher.

When she began studying A Course in Miracles, Grout learned that consciousness creates the material world and the importance of self-compassion. She examined her staunch beliefs, questioning if they were true and letting go of the tiresome stories of inadequacy and worry. She began focusing on life’s blessings and noticed how concentrating on the good made life happier and more dynamic. Then she started to lay out simple intentions such as finding a good parking spot or uncovering a lost object. The results were immediate and intriguing.

This seeker of truth realized that to gain real spiritual growth, she needed to become more deliberate, so she designed a scientific framework, set a clear intention, imposed a deadline and noted the results. “The results were so convincing that I decided to see if my experiments would work for other people,” Grout says. Before long, friends and acquaintances were manifesting all kinds of amazing things, and she decided to write about her theories.

Ten years later, after a steep learning curve in the publishing world, her work became globally acclaimed.

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Nine easy energy experiments will prove that the “field of potentiality,” as Grout calls it, is dependable, predictable and available to all. She equates our connection with the field to plugging in a toaster. We know the energy field is there, but we need to consciously “plug in” to use it.

Grout details powerful spiritual principles that help us make everyday life richer, more meaningful and more fun.

Part of her “new curriculum” includes: n Reality is waves of possibility that we have “observed” into form. n We are an energy field, connected with everything and everyone in the universe. n Our universe connection provides accurate and unlimited guidance. n Whatever we focus on expands.

“Believe in your bones that the universe is bountiful and supportive,” encourages Grout, asking us to first give the “field” 48 hours to send an unexpected gift. Don’t specify the gift, but just ask to receive and recognize the blessing. Set a deadline and then watch what unfolds.

Making Dreams Come True Making our dreams a reality for us is not only possible, it’s probable. The key is opening our hearts to the beneficent universe. “If you want to know what will happen in your life, listen to the words coming out of your mouth,” Grout advises.

If we are deluged with negative thoughts, stop and notice all that is right in our world. Ask the universe for help in shedding dark ruminations.

When we replace poor images with positive affirming thoughts, our lives become more magical and enjoyable.

Grout encourages her readers to invoke two words when life feels chaotic and out of control: “It’s okay,” which allows the loving flow of the

universe to do the heavy lifting. Concentrating on living our joys equips us to help ourselves and others.

Grout queries, “Since we are creating our reality, why not create the possibilities that bring us closer to our life’s purpose and higher self?”

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Parks maintained by a range of entities are jewels to be discovered, cherished and preserved.

July is America’s Parks and Recreation Month, first designated by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) in 1985. NRPA makes it easy to tap into what’s happening in local parks or wherever family members may be traveling. Events around the country can be found by visiting nrpa.org/july.

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ere’s how to entertain the kids, keep them healthy and get them outdoors this summer.

Where to Go Traveling to iconic natural wonders like the Blue Ridge Mountains, Niagara Falls or the Grand Canyon isn’t the only awe-inspiring way to captivate children’s attention and help them contemplate nature’s beauties. As Brian Ettling, a seasonal ranger at Crater

Lake National Park, in Oregon, likes to remind park visitors, “Find your own sacred place and keep going there; it could be a wooded area by your house or a county, state or local park.”

Visits to in-state parks are easy to fit into a family’s summer plans and can generate lifelong treasured family traditions. Participating in programs or other exploratory adventures stimulate creative and critical thinking, challenge outdoor and athletic skills and can even teach life lessons.

Biologist Rachel Carson, the mother of the modern-day environmental movement, wrote, “If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in.” In this addictive digital age, it can sometimes be challenging to find exciting ways to help children connect with nature.

Jessica Culverhouse, NRPA senior manager and a volunteer master naturalist, offers ways to channel digital habits. “Free apps like the electronic field guide Leafsnap and mobile games like Agents of Nature can be great tools to engage kids with the outdoors with their technology still in hand,” she says. Another idea is a simple nature scavenger hunt using a smartphone camera.

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Last year, the Carlson family took the pledge and first camped out in Big Basin State Park, only 20 miles from their home in Santa Cruz, California. “It was an incredible weekend none of us will ever forget; a world away, but right in our backyard!” they cheer.

Garden for Wildlife, another popular NWF program, connects people with their local habitats. Girl Scout butterfly heroes in Wyckoff, New Jersey, learned how. “Our troop was looking for a way to provide a community service for their bronze award project,” says Wendy Rosica, co-leader of Troop 94686. “We chose to create a Monarch Way Station garden in a new community park in our neighborhood. Specifically designed as a space for the butterflies to breed and eat during their annual migrations, it’s not only a beautiful addition to the park, but also a positive way for the Girl Scouts to help area residents learn more about the plight of Monarchs and other pollinators.”

National Audubon Society nature centers are an accessible local resource (Audubon.org/audubon-near-you). Families learn more about native birds and Audubon hiking trails, and naturalist presentations enhance explorations of the region’s habitats. Local native plant and animal species are disappearing at alarming rates and need habitat stewardship by present and future generations (Climate.Audubon.org).

Our in-state parks are wellsprings of life from which children and adults can draw throughout our lives, enabling us to discover the splendor and uniqueness of nature right in our own community and backyard. When we see and feel directly what’s at stake, we’ll fight harder and more consciously to protect and preserve it. As Carson eloquently observed in The Sense of Wonder, nature can help us all find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.

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Recreational bicycling ranked second to running as the favorite outdoor activity among both youths (6 to 24 years old) and adults (25-plus) in a recent Outdoor Industry Association study. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) further reports that from 2000 to 2012 the number of Americans biking to work rose from 488,000 to 786,000.

This positive trend also means more crowded bike lanes and other pathways challenge the community infrastructure’s ability to keep up, raising safety concerns. Plus, we naturally want to avoid aches and pains while enjoying the myriad benefits of pedaling.

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“Having the right bike for one’s needs that’s properly fitted is crucial,” says Dan Moser, a founder and steering committee member of the BikeWalkLee community coalition and a traffic safety consultant in Fort Myers, Florida. “Use a local bike shop whose mechanics test and adjust the bikes they sell.”

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cling consultant in Pensacola, Florida, and former bicycle and pedestrian coordinator for Davis, California, which earned platinum-level Bicycle Friendly Community status, along with Boulder, Colorado, and Portland, Oregon, from the League of American Bicyclists (LAB).

On the other hand, “A biker doesn’t get proper leg extension if the seat is too low,” he says, possibly leading to leg muscle strains. “The legs should be almost, but not totally extended at the lowest point in the pedaling motion.”

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The latest NHTSA study charted 49,000 bicycle accidents in 2012, 1,000 more than the year before. Biking only in daylight and avoiding alcohol could improve those numbers because 48 percent of biker fatalities occur beginning at 4 p.m. and 37 percent involve a driver or bicyclist that has been drinking.

Even well-marked bike lanes don’t guarantee safety, so caution is required.

Some motorists are careless about entering bike lanes and don’t correctly stop at crosswalks or look behind before opening car doors. David TakemotoWeerts, a bicycle program coordinator at the University of California, Davis, member of the city’s Bike Transportation Advisory Committee and LAB-certified instructor, suggests keeping at least five

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feet from the sides of cars to avoid being hit. Cyclists are wise not to weave in and out of traffic, to signal turns and watch out for runners, walkers and pedestrians as they abide by normal traffic rules and flow. Takemoto-Weerts says that bikers sometimes overlook using the stop signal (left arm extended downward) to alert bikers behind them.

Wearing a helmet should be a standard practice. The University of North Carolina’s Highway Safety Research Center, in Chapel Hill, reports that wearing a helmet reduces the overall risk of head injuries by 85 percent. “Cyclists are part of traffic, whether operating on a road, pathway or a combination,” says Moser. “Being acutely aware of one’s surroundings and minimizing distractions, following the rules of the road and pathway, and being prepared to deal with others’ mistakes are all vital.”

Fitness Factors

Dr. Kim Martin, a certified functional medicine practitioner and chiropractor with North Shore Health Solutions, in Northbrook, Illinois, says that recreational bikers have visited her for knee, hip and neck soreness or strains. In addition to ensuring they’re employing proper leg extension, she advises, “Pedal a little faster in a lower gear; ideally, 75 to 90 revolutions per minute, which is easier on the knees and lessens muscle fatigue than traveling slower in a higher gear.”

She explains that the correct seat height facilitates proper alignment of hips and a full rotation; if not, energy is forced outward, stressing the hips.

Martin adds that the neck might experience strain from tilting the head up for long periods. “This can occur by wearing a helmet that is too low or forward in the front or poor-fitting eyewear that inches forward down the nose.” Right after a long ride, Martin suggests that riders gently bend downward over their crossed legs a few times, alternately switching legs, and also slowly bending the head up and down, sideways and then in a circular motion for a couple of minutes.

“Overall,” she says, “the key is to have fun.”

Freelance writer and editor Randy Kambic, in Estero, FL, is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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Dan Moser, a Southwest Florida transportation safety consultant, suggests forming alliances with non-bikers to approach civic leaders: “Consider including pedestrian accommodations and frame the issue as one of everyone having access to a safe environment, including bike and foot travelers, and the value of recreation and exercise to the community.”

Use the criteria found at Tinyurl.com/ CommunityBikeabilityChecklist to evaluate the quality of the local biking environment.

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Bikes Belong, a consortium of suppliers and retailers, plus individuals and club members, supports the creation of protected bike lanes and provides community grants and supportive resources at PeopleForBikes.org.

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Pierce used to have chinchillas, and now has a cat she rescued and relocated from Dallas, Texas, plus two adopted former foster rabbits.

“A sitter may be excellent, but not know your breed,” advises Rae Bailey, a retiree in Georgetown, Texas, who regularly uses sitters for her Scottie when she travels. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions.” She notes that dogs are particularly good judges of character, so if one doesn’t like the sitter, simply try another.

Pet sitting services use a contract to outline rates, what the sitter will do, the number and duration of daily visits, start and end dates and how the house key is returned when the job is complete. Regular clients may have the sitter keep the key handy.

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“I had a diabetic Westie, a big consideration,” says Diane Meadows, a retired paralegal in San Antonio, Texas. “It was huge for me to hand over the keys and my trust, but our sitter was dependable and knowledgeable.” During one visit, her sitter also alerted Meadows to a possible propane gas leak.

At the outset, have the sitter meet all the family pets to ensure mutual comfort. Show the sitter where the leash, toys, treats, food and water dishes are kept, supplies for cleanups, the family vet’s location, hours, office and emergency phone numbers and instructions for any security alarm system.

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Both young and older dogs need three visits a day to avoid household accidents. Cats are usually fine with one.

“Cats like to be pampered. A friendly sitter provides the care she’s used to, in familiar surroundings,” says Anne Moss, whose educational website TheCatSite.com originates near Tel Aviv, Israel. “Kitty’s more relaxed and receives a higher level of care than at a boarding Birds, fish, ferrets and facility,” she notes.

A pet sitting service reptiles are species offers the added benefit requiring special habitats of backups in case the assigned sitter is sick or that dictate a home stay. delayed. In Huntley, Illinois, Diane Muchow, an adjunct instructor at Computer Systems Institute, explains why she prefers a pet sitting service for her black Labrador mix. “Our first sitter was a one-woman business. One day, she forgot to crate the dogs when she left, and we came home to find the evidence of an accident on our new carpet throughout the house,” Muchow says. “We switched to a professional service.”

She sees the primary advantage of professional help as dependability and flexibility. “The service has a website to order the shifts we need, which are confirmed by email,” she notes. “It’s handy when my husband travels and I work.”

“A kennel isn’t for all dogs”, says Scott Mell, an area manager for JoAnn Fabrics in Affton, Missouri. He recalls his Bernese mountain dog’s first and only trip to the local kennel.

Upon arrival, she climbed on top of the car rather than go inside. “She was adamant,” he says. “I hired a sitter the next day. She loved her sitter’s visits.”

Whether pets need special attention, daily walks, a midday backyard break or multiple visits while the family vacations, a pet sitter can provide excellent care. Many owners like to receive daily text message updates and may even e-retrieve bonus selfies of their happy pets from home.

Connect with writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelance Writer@mindspring.com.

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DO YOU KNOW WHAT THEY’RE EATING?

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t Unity of Sarasota, please join us in the Sanctuary for an inspiring midweek meditation service held on Wednesdays, led by our head chaplain, David Hawkins, and featuring various musical talents each week.

Wednesday evenings at Unity serve relaxing midweek respites, offering meditation, affirmative prayer, music, candle lightings, and silent serenity. These services are designed to be contemplative, bringing us back to our spiritual center and cultivating personal intimacy with our own Divine Source.

Unity is a transdenominational movement that welcomes people from every faith and background, without any exclusions. Everyone is invited to awaken the Higher Self within so we can all be the change we wish to see in this world. So, come fellowship and share your spiritual experiences with other like-minded souls. There is no cost to attend our Wednesday services which last from 7:20 to 8:30 p.m.

This weekly event is one of the important Outreach activities that Unity shares with our greater community. We believe in our mission of “Me...We...Community” which has been put into action under the guidance and extraordinary vision of Reverend Elizabeth Thompson.

Another weekly offering held here is our Mindful Meditation series presented by Bhante San (Bhante Sanyatha Thawalanthanne) every Monday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. This event is located inside Unity’s Enlightenment Center, and all familiarity levels are welcome. Come and learn a simple, guided meditation practice that anyone can apply to their daily lives – just bring an open mind and a curious spirit! Each practice will be followed by discussion in a safe, accepting environment.

San, known as “monk on the go,” has been a Buddhist Monk since he was 11 years old. This sincere, warmhearted man has dedicated his life to the principles of conscious, simple

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living, and teaching the values of meditation and loving kindness across the world. San holds a Master’s degree in Buddhist Studies from Sri Lanka Buddhist and Pali University. However, his unique teaching method is a mixture of historical knowledge, personal experiences and his curiously funny and irreverent way of viewing the world. San is truly one-of-a-kind!

Mindful meditation techniques can profoundly benefit you in the following areas: stress management, anxiety or insomnia relief, communication skills and inner tranquility. Therefore, the ‘take-away’ for your personal, spiritual journey is the ability practice meditation on your very own – anywhere, anytime, anyplace. Love offerings are accepted and appreciated.

In addition, either before or after these services, you might want to stroll through our Sacred Labyrinth, located behind Fellowship Hall at the end of the parking lot. The labyrinth offers people a unique, meditative way to pray. It is open all year, weather permitting, and up-lighting has been installed along the path for your convenience.

This positive, nourishing experience is sure to bring you personal love and joy, as well as inner peace of mind as you convene with nature. There is no cost to enter the labyrinth, so everyone is welcome to freely enjoy this transcendent experience.

Location: 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota. Stay updated on the many wonderful events that Unity of Sarasota offers toward your personal enlightenment and divine journey by joining our free Sarasota Spiritual Growth Meet-Up Group at MeetUp.com/ Sarasota-Spiritual-Growth-Meet-Up-Group. For more information about our on-going activities, weekly services, outreach programs or mission statement, visit UnityOfSarasota.com.

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right Life recently announced the construction of a brand new Education and Event Center which will be added onto the existing boutique located in Sarasota’s Southgate Village. The expected completion date will be the end of August and, in preparation for the construction, Bright Life is holding a massive in-store sale throughout the entire month of July. Customers can enjoy 50% off all merchandise in the entire boutique.

As Bright Life enters its sixth year in business, the company’s mission has become crystal clear: to help educate others on how they can improve and maintain the health of their energetic or subtle bodies which are ultimately responsible for the health of their emotional lives. The Bright Life Boutique will primarily feature the Aura-Soma Chakra Balancing products that come from England and the Bright Life Education and Event Center will continue to support the ongoing events including Meditations, Sound Bowl Concerts, Crystal Gridding, Flower Essence, Chakra Balancing and Classical Feng Shui trainings, all of which have successfully been offered for the past five years.

This Bright Life Education and Event Center will be a peaceful and serene, totally Feng Shui’d, multi-use space. In addition, it will be available for rent to anyone who wants to teach any type of class, or run a meditation or energy-based healing session.

For anyone who requires projectors, screens and seating, these will be available as well. The Event Center will also be perfect space for parties where guests can be surrounded by artwork, fountains and beautiful statuary from all over the world.

With regard to the current, practically everything in the shop will be discounted, from crystals, gemstones, jewelry, colorful tapestries and wall hangings, original paintings, bronze and stone statuary, porcelain, textiles, one of kind jade and wood carvings, to the antique furniture from China and India that is currently being used for display. There will be several beautiful one-of-kind items, ideal for gifts, priced between $5.00 and $5,000.00. This store offers something for everyone, so Bright Life invites the entire local community to take advantage of this exciting, one-time event!

Location: at 2135 Siesta Dr., Sarasota, in Southgate Village next to Sally’s Beauty Supply. Bright Life is Natural Awakenings’ 2014 award winner for “Favorite Business of the Year.” For more information, call 941-366-8113, email Info@BrightLife-USA.com or visit BrightLife-USA.com.

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favorites are watermelon, passion fruit, lychees, mangoes, peaches, avocados and summer squashes (e.g. yellow, sunburst, zephyr or zucchini). Summer is peak season for these tasty treats!

NA: What types of produce will Green Door Organics offer throughout the summer?

Meyer: We plan our baskets from week to week, depending on what produce is currently being harvested. We look forward to offering a variety of greens (e.g. spinach, kale and chard) eggplant, nonGMO corn, tomatoes, radishes, portabella mushrooms, summer squashes, avocados, cucumbers, melons, peaches, plums and nectarines.

NA: How do you determine which produce will be available for sale at Green Door?

Delicious and Nutritious Summertime Eats: Q&A with Green Door Organics

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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s the weather heats up and the great outdoors beckon, your body needs invigorating, refreshing, nutrientrich fuel to maximize fun in the sun.

Seasonal fruits, veggies and leafy greens can be enjoyed as hydrating smoothies, satisfying snacks, crisp and colorful salads, or even cookout side dishes, to name just a few of their versatile uses.

This summer, supporting your active lifestyle with wholesome, plantbased goodness could not be easier, thanks to Green Door Organics – a local distributer of certified organic produce direct from Florida farms. Below, owner Debbie Meyer explains how Green Door makes eating healthy both simple and affordable.

Natural Awakenings: Which seasonal fruits and vegetables are you loving right now?

Meyer: Some of my personal summer

Meyer: We support our local growers and get as much local or Florida-grown produce as we can, based on availability. Florida has some of the best organic produce in the country, year-round. All food from Green Door Organics is Certified Organic, GMO-free and glutenfree.

NA: How does the process of purchasing produce from Green Door work exactly?

Meyer: We make it easy for individuals and families alike to eat a healthy diet by putting together weekly and bi-weekly baskets of fruits, vegetables and leafy greens. Each week is a different combination of vegetables, fruits and greens, so there’s always a lot of variety. If there is something you do not like, you can substitute it for something else.

Our produce baskets are thermal insulated and kept air conditioned at all times, ensuring the produce stays fresh, delicious and nutritious. You won’t find produce fresher anywhere else in the Sarasota-Venice-Bradenton area, and it simply tastes great!

Every week, we also provide lots of new, tasty, easy-to-make recipes – anywhere from one to two-dozen – which are coordinated with the contents of that week’s basket. We even have a Low Glycemic option for those watching their carbohydrate or sugar intake.

NA: What specifically sets Green Door apart from other produce vendors in the area?

Meyer: All of our fruits, veggies and greens are properly handled and delivered to ensure that you receive absolutely fresh, 100% Certified Organic produce. We do not mix our food with anything non-organic or non-certified to protect against out-gassing or any circumstances that might affect the organic certification of our produce.

Another thing we do that sets us apart is our “Fruit to Work” program, providing local area businesses with fresh organic fruit for their employees to enjoy on-the-job. The vitamin and mineral-packed fruit helps keep workers hydrated and cool in the Florida heat, and is a healthy alternative to the vending machine.

NA: Does Green Door currently offer any special customer discounts or incentives?

Meyer: Our members often take an active role in Green Door Organics, and those participating in our summer referral program will receive discounts and other incentives for referring new members. The more members we have, the more buying power we have which enables us to deliver the best value in town!

Downtown Sarasota pick-up location: Rosemary Court, 810 Central Ave. South Sarasota pick-up location: Rising Tide International, 5102 Swift Rd. Bradenton pick-up location: Health Source, 6156 SR 70 East. Venice pickup location: 312 East Venice Ave. Friday pick-up hours are 1to 5:30 p.m. For more information or to become a Green Door Organics member, call 941-3789036, email Info@OrganicVeggies.net or visit OrganicVeggies.net.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota-Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest Florida.

Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.

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“Path of Beauty”

Documentary Preserves Sarasota’s Native American Past through an Artist’s Legacy

by Barbara Huntoon

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ex A. Begaye was born an artist. From early doodles in the margins of his Tuba City Boarding School yearbooks, to the master strokes of his paintings in his later life, it was evident that he was gifted. Begaye originally came from the heart of Dine’htah (Navajo nation), Arizona, Grand Canyon area. Born and raised with a culture and traditional values, he later traveled throughout the country, teaching the culture of different nations through his paintings.

These paintings vividly bring to life stories that have been passed down for generations by the Elders of many different nations. They speak of the universal connection between Mother Earth, Father Sky and man, spanning from long ago to the edge of tomorrow. Begaye’s art celebrates the sacredness and discipline of the Dine’h culture, lending a contemporary outlook to the ancient traditions. Throughout his life, he produced over 500 pieces of artwork, representing the traditional stories, history and environmental teachings of the Native American people. To see, feel and understand his work is a learning experience in balance and harmony.

At an early age, Begaye left the reservation through a BIA work placement program and landed in Cleveland, Ohio, to study to become a barber. Before long, his artistic talent blossomed into a career in the beauty business, where he made a name for himself as a makeup artist, fashion designer and hair stylist. While traveling across the country teaching his trade to other professionals at conventions and seminars, he 54

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always found time to express his talents through painting, drawing, photography and poetry. Begaye was also a gifted musician whose artistry was expressed through traditional singing, chanting, fluting, drumming and storytelling.

In the mid 1990’s, he decided to leave the beauty business at the top of his game to pursue a full-time career as a painter. Inspired by the beauty and artistic community of Sarasota, Begaye moved here and began sharing his Native American heritage through artwork. Eventually, he began developing events to bring other native tribal cultures to the area though the festival he founded.

In fact, for the past 20 years, Begaye called Sarasota home. In 2008, he created the Sarasota Native American Indian festival – a gathering of all native artisans to celebrate and appreciate the quality, creativity and authenticity of Native American art and craftspeople during a time when cultural appropriation was running rampant. His great appreciation and respect for native cultures and traditions extended out to all tribes, and it was his desire to teach and share all the great beauty that they contain with all people, native and non-native alike. The festival will continue on as a memorial to Begaye’s dedication to bringing Native American artistry to Sarasota.

Begaye was known for his love of laughter, fun, joy and beauty he shared with us through his paintings and spirit.

His memory is deeply cherished by his family, friends, loved ones and art collectors. “Path of Beauty” is a documentary which takes us on a journey through the life of this legendary Dine’h (Navajo) artist. The rich legacy Begaye left for both Sarasota and the world to enjoy and discover will be explored through this documentary.

This film has a wealth of audio and visual content to draw upon with family photography dating back to the early 1900’s including a lifetime of Begaye’s personal photography, along with the last 15 years of his life being heavily documented through film. Combining vintage photography, performance and interview footage, time lapse photography and the beautiful images of his artwork, “Path of Beauty” will offer a unique and powerful look into the extraordinary life of this extraordinary artist to educate and preserve his legacy for generations to come.

We invite the Sarasota community to join us in celebrating Rex A. Begaye by assisting us in creating this documentary. The film project will take us on a journey from Sarasota to Cleveland, and throughout the Navajo nation to film some of the most beautiful locations around the American Southwest. The production team plans to take you with us on this adventure through live streaming, video updates and Geocaching our “Path of Beauty” film treasures along the way. In addition, a crowdfunding project has been launched to help raise the funds for equipment, supplies, transportation, lodging, insurance, permits and other production costs.

For more information or to make a contribution toward the “Path of Beauty” film crowdfunding project and help preserve the legacy of Rex A. Begaye, visit PathOfBeautyFilm. com or email PathOfBeautyFilm@mail.com. You can also view Begaye’s artwork at RexABegaye.com

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Revitalize Your Body this Summer with

Nutri Lifescience Superfruit Supplements

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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s medical research increasingly reveals the detrimental effects of chemical preservatives on the human body, mainstream Western society is finally taking these risk factors seriously. For example, positive strides have been made to omit (or, at least limit) artificial food additives by replacing them with natural alternatives.

Many consumers have also popularized the use of dietary supplements in conjunction with other healthy lifestyle habits.

Depending on the standard of ingredients, these products can maximize nutritional benefits. However, some contain refined sugars that counteract their advertised purpose.

Fortunately though, not all supplement brands mislead their customers with false claims or empty guarantees. One such company, Nutri Lifescience™, based locally in Bradenton, not only offers quality assurance, but provides proof as well.

“American health-conscious consumers love to drink their nutraceuticals (any product derived from food sources with significant nutritional value). We, at Nutri Lifescience, realize that more and more Americans are looking for high quality supplements, so we believe in using premium-grade, natural ingredients to help our customers achieve extraordinary health and maintain longevity.

“Nutri Lifescience has been in business for about one year

now, and we’ve recently introduced a new product, Nutri Maqui, into our pipeline. Nutri Maqui is a nutritional drink blended with six wholesome superfruits. This delicious juice is formulated to support healthy immune response, cholesterol management and blood sugar regulation,” says Founder and President Jessica Eng. This product comes packaged in an eye-catching 32-ounce bottle, – one month’s supply – and experiencing its nourishing properties requires minimal effort. Simply follow the recommended dosage of one to two capfuls (one ounce per serving) each day during the first month, then continue taking one capful daily for consistent, long-term benefits.

Nutri Maqui is unique due to several factors – the first being its composition. “We use a powerful combination of maqui berry, acai berry, pomegranate, elderberry, blackberry and raspberry to create our Nutri Maqui Fruits Proprietary Blend. These fruits are abundant in nutrients and contain a variety of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

“But, what particularly sets Nutri Maqui apart from other dietary supplements on the market is its primary active ingredient – the maqui berry. This superfruit is grown in the Patagonian region of South America and is nature’s richest known source of antioxidants. These essential nutrients fight disease-causing free radicals in the body which promotes optimal immune function, stress relief and healthy inflammatory response,” explains Eng. She continues, “The maqui berry is a true nutritional powerhouse. In fact, for centuries, the Mapuche Indians – indigenous to Chile – drank a fermented beverage called Cicha, made from maqui berries, which might have contributed to the extraordinary strength and stamina these warriors exhibited.”

Another distinctive characteristic of Nutri Maqui is its manufacturing process: “an HTST (high-temperature-shorttime) pasteurization method which retains most of the ingredients’ essential nutrients, as opposed to conventional pasteurization in high temperatures for longer periods of time.

“When formulating this product, we wanted to provide consumers with solutions to their most common health goals: boosting immunity and supporting the management of blood sugar and cholesterol levels, in tandem with a nutritious diet and active lifestyle. Consumers are also increasingly aware that antioxidants help maintain physical vitality and wellbeing. So, they’ve begun favoring products that enhance their daily antioxidant intake. Thus, we formulated Nutri Maqui to help fulfill those goals,” clarifies Eng. As previously noted, not all supplements are created equal, but Eng weighs in on this issue with her own practical advice. “Honestly, there are many brands available today, and consumers might be confused as to which they should choose.

I would recommend reading through each label carefully to check whether the company actually delivers on its claim.

“Although Nutri LifeScience is new to the market, we still strive for whatever it takes to give our customers top quality products. Consumers can rest assured that they’ll get nothing but the best with Nutri Lifescience. Quality is more than just a word; it’s something we continuously prove to our customers.”

She concludes, “Our supplements are developed and

manufactured here in the United States at world-class, FDA-approved facilities. We adhere to strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and every batch is meticulously analyzed then issued a COA (Certificate of Analysis) to guarantee the highest grade and effectiveness of ingredients. Finally, we ensure the products are tested free from harmful contamination, meet gluten-free specifications and comply with labeling requirements.”

Nutri Lifescience products are currently available in all AKIN’s & Chamberlin’s stores nationwide, as well as on Amazon for online buyers. The company is also a participating vendor in AKIN’s and Chamberlin’s 80th Anniversary Celebration, taking place at selected stores across the U.S., now through November 2015. During each event, oneounce Nutri Maqui samples will be distributed for tasting, and a 15% discount will be offered in-store.

For more information about Nutri Lifescience, LLC, visit NutriLifescience.com or email Info@NutriLifescience.com.

Order products online at Amazon.com/Nutri-LifescienceMaqui-32oz/dp/B00M3O2K0Y. Follow on social media via Facebook @NutriLifeScienceOfficial, Twitter @NutriLifescienc, Instagram @nutrimaqui2015, Pinterest @NutriLifescience and YouTube @NutriLifeScienceOfficial.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota-Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest Florida. Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.

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“The problem is we are not eating food anymore, but foodlike products” -- Dr. Alejandro Junger

Emancipated, Not Engineered: Grow Your Own Veggies at the North Port Community Garden

by Juliette Jones

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he City of North Port and Sarasota County have partnered to establish The North Port Community Garden, located on the grounds behind Warm Mineral Springs. What started out years ago as a shoestring lease arrangement between a small not-for-profit organization and the former owners of Warm Mineral Springs, has emerged into a full-fledged UF/ IFAS Extension Sarasota County Community Garden.

This new status affords many benefits to the local community, including access to educational programs and other important resources that had previously been missing. In short, The North Port Community Garden program is blossoming!

The Earliest Americans Lived Close to the Natural World Traditional peoples possessed an intimate understanding of plant life and food sources, but this knowledge has since been overlooked by mainstream American culture. Deep comprehension of natural cycles and the means to make use of the ecosystem for food, medicine, cloth and spiritual purposes was once essential to survival. However, the modern West has lost its context in the framework of nature which has introduced challenges to healthy living and, ultimately, survival.

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The emergence of processed food, GMO pollution, toxic pesticides and degradation of fertile soil resources has been impacting both the dinner table and public awareness.

In fact, “After two years of intensive work, 2015 has been declared the International Year of Soils by the UN General Assembly. The IYS aims to be a platform for raising awareness about the importance of soil for food security and essential eco-system functions.” (Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations) Therefore, people have once again begun looking for ways to better understand food production and what exactly they’re eating. As never before, this knowledge is critical to avoid disease, while building and maintaining health.

But, where should we start in this endeavor to nourish our bodies naturally? Organic gardening is a major step toward self-empowerment and, at the same time, makes a direct contribution to the community and health of the environment.

Members of the North Port Community Garden have the knowledge and ability to grow their own food. What a wonderful demonstration of food emancipation! They know what they’re eating, where it comes from, and how to grow it. In fact, a few of them live almost exclusively on the food they produce in this garden.

Karl Goudy and Linda Kronholm are Volunteer CoManagers who oversee the garden’s day-to-day activities.

I interviewed Goudy who was raised on a 16-acre farm in Ohio, where he learned most of what he now knows about gardening.

Goudy’s family raised gooseberries, currents and rhubarb. Beans and soybeans were also planted in cycles to enrich the soil. One day, when he was about six years old, his father looked him in the eye and said, “Boy, one day you’re going to be a gardener!” His dad was right: Goudy has a true green thumb and loads of practical experience. He is also the type of person who never stops learning and sharing.

Goudy describes Barbara Inman as the “Godmother” of this garden enterprise. “She helped to get it started and has been there from the inception of the place. She’s still active and schedules the Garden Ambassadors.”

Ambassadors are volunteers who go through a training program to learn about sustainability issues throughout Sarasota County. After completing this program, they become “active participants in a mission to transform society through lifestyle choices” and begin contributing to service projects or become volunteer educators. Ambassadors to the Sarasota Community Gardens also give tours to visitors who want to see what it’s like to be in a community garden and perhaps become members.

I asked Goudy if individual plots are available at the North Port Garden. “There are, but they’re going fast,” he replied. There is a three-step process to obtaining a garden plot: 1) Complete an application (forms are available on the website below). 2) Remit a $25 fee for the year. 3) Obtain a plot assignment based on availability (first come, first served).

Getting Ready for Gardening Season

Although summer is not an ideal planting season, this is the prime time to secure a plot and begin soil amendment – the process of preparing and fertilizing soil to prepare it for planting. Gardeners can choose from using free composts available at the South County landfill or purchasing a commercial product. Once the soil has been amended, cover crops like peanuts or sweet potatoes can be planted to keep weeds from taking over until the fall planting season.

Since organic gardening is the operating principle at all Sarasota County Community Gardens, organic methods of pest control are applied. Depending on which plants are treated, products like neem oil or copper sulfate applications might be considered. Sometimes, pest control is accomplished by switching out a species. For example, cucumber plants usually have a hollow stem and are subject to boring insects, but a species from India, Poona Kheera, has a solid stem that eliminates this problem.

In addition, there are a few guidelines and policies that come with the territory. For example, each member is asked to volunteer 18 hours per season, devoted to the maintenance of common areas. Part of this can be accomplished at one or more of the three annual community garden workdays. However, the benefits of community gardening far outweigh any disadvantages.

Benefits of Belonging to a Garden Community

Obviously, gardeners are interested in gardening. Many members come with years of previous experience and, therefore, understand the importance of sharing information such as the mechanics of soil amendment, what to plant, how to spot pests or which up-to-date pest control methods should be employed. However, newcomers to gardening are also welcome, as the intention of this community is to bring people together.

In addition to the on-site resources, which include water and assorted garden tools/equipment, there are also formal resources provided by the program including gardening publications, seminars, monthly gardening guides and a Master Gardener program.

Some members are even thinking about adding more projects such as a community garden cookbook, hand-outs with instructions for seed saving and a seed exchange program, based at the North Port Library.

When I asked Co-Manager, Kronholm, what she enjoyed most about belonging to this community garden she responded, “I like being with the people – those other gardeners who are constantly sharing information. I also like being out in nature. When life gets stressful or frustrating, I go to the garden and find peace.”

Located next to a pine forest, just two blocks away from Deer Prairie Creek Park, the place is quiet, peaceful and filled with a variety of wild birds. Goudy mentioned that some of the gardeners have now become bird enthusiasts, as this area is effectively a Bird Sanctuary.

An Opportunity for Re-Creation

As a culture, we have a long way to go in the resurrection of our understanding that, like any other species, we are not separate from nature. A deeper relationship with plants grows from the experience of using our senses to interact with the magic of soil, seed, weather and water. This is re-creation. In places where care for the natural world exists, so we reclaim our peace. Where the natural world is polluted or desecrated, so civilization suffers.

There are many people who sincerely want to get out there and support the health of our environment. The North Port Community Garden models a healthy, economical and vital opportunity to so just that.

“A tiny change today, makes a dramatically different tomorrow” – Richard Bach For more information about the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Community Garden, call 941-861-5000, email Sarasota@IFAS.EFL.edu or visit Sarasota.IFAS. UFL.edu/Hort/Comm Garden.shtml

Chinese Health Gem of the Month

The Super Natural Herb WATERMELON

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atermelon, also known as “Shi Gua” in Chinese, is one of the most popular and powerful dietary herbs in China. Its health benefits are tremendous, and as Florida approaches its scorching months of summer, the watermelon can become your most important dietary ally against summer heat conditions.

Its health benefits include: • It hydrates your body.

• It leeches out excess summer heat trapped in your body by expelling it from your body via urination.

• It can benefit the heart and reduce the risk of heart disease.

• It can help address insomnia and restless sleep by calming the mind down.

• It has anti-cancer properties and can assist in the fight against cancer.

• It boosts the circulatory function, resulting in increased energy and enhanced immune system.

• It can help to strengthen the bones.

• It can help to keep the skin moist and taut.

• The internal yellowish grind from the skin can be used as a topical to address skin rashes.

As usual, if you have health issues, it is suggested that you contact your physician to have them addressed. The physician can also determine whether the consumption of certain foods, such as watermelon, can be beneficial or detrimental to your condition.

Rene Ng, DOM, AP, L.Ac, is a boardcertified, licensed Acupuncture Physician and Chinese Herbalist located in Sarasota, Florida. In 2014, he was voted Sarasota’s “Favorite Acupuncture Physician” for a second year in a row and was also the area’s “Favorite AntiAging Practitioner.” Ng can be reached at 941-773-5156 or via email: RNG@ ChineseMedicalSolutions.com.

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Inspired Eating at Café Evergreen

by Juliette Jones

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uly is the perfect month to venture out and find a new place to dine in South County. If this quest appeals to you, Café Evergreen has a lot to offer.

Ted Weinberger has been in the restaurant business for over 28 years.

His vision and enthusiasm are still as fresh and alive as the food he serves.

Ted is one of those gifted people who knows exactly what he wants to do in life and is busy doing it. “I want to be in this business for the rest of my work life. This is what I love to do.” That’s because he has a real passion for evolving and manifesting the kingdom of good

food that “really tastes good, looks good, and supports healthy choices.”

Annette Weinberger, Ted’s wife and business partner, manages the front of the restaurant. Annette’s background includes a career as an esthetician, and her talent for aesthetic appeal is apparent throughout the entire look and feel of this establishment. Both agree that an inspirational environment is essential to the enjoyment of a meal, so every aspect of customer support is met with exceptional thoughtfulness and personal attention.

When it comes to attracting staff that embrace their shared vision, these

two are like Pied Pipers. I have some familiarity with the restaurant business, having worked my way through graduate school as a food server. Back in the day, my favorite inspirational book was Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill whose thoughts on successful living are tried and true. ‘If you perform your job, whatever it may be, with consistent excellence, you will not only be noticed with positive regard, you will evolve and build strong character.’ It strikes me that this thought is at the very heart of the Café Evergreen’s operating principle. The entire restaurant hums with positive energy and harmony.

I asked Annette how they found such wonderful employees. “We recognize very quickly whether someone is right for a job. We have about forty employees, including three certified chefs, and we think of our staff as we would a family. It’s important for us to take pride in our work as a team, so we look for people who value what they do and how they do it. If someone has a creative idea to contribute, we listen.

Recognizing the value of creative input and shared goals is important to us.”

Long before the City of North Port and Sarasota County closed Warm Mineral Springs, Café Evergreen was in the process of expanding to a second location. As it turned out, they wound up entirely relocating to Nokomis and many food-conscious patrons followed. I asked Ted about the evolution of the restaurant, and how things have changed. “We’re always on a learning curve, expressing variety and changing things up. Now, we work in a more spacious, specially designed kitchen, and we open for both lunch and dinner.

We find ourselves catering to families,

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professional people and customers interested in the quality of what they eat.”

We may be free to choose where we eat, but how do we know what we’re eating?

Nutritionalist Adelle Davis coined the phrase, “You are what you eat.” Today, however, it’s not quite that simple.

Food-conscious people pay attention to what they eat, what their food eats and the actual genetic nature of the food source. Still, it can be difficult to find a place where you can trust that these things are being closely monitored. Ted elaborated on this challenge. “At one time, the village cook was the medicine man. He knew how to gather the best foods to nourish and heal. Food as medicine is not a new concept in our culture, but it’s hard to find a place to that can appropriately select, order, prepare and serve food in this way.

“We’re always on a learning curve and support food intelligence. Clean food is advocated to be free from pesticides, MSG, genetic modification and added hormones. For example, we use lean, hormone-free, grass-fed meat whenever possible. However, bison graze in a huge area, and we can’t monitor exactly where they graze, so it’s impossible to control everything in the strictest sense.

“We view food as sacred – the underpinning of our physical energy – and take care to respect that knowledge. For example, we could buy pre-cut vegetables, but this devitalizes them. We think it’s important that a person, not a machine is preparing what goes to the customer right there on the spot.”

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Declaration of Food Independence Café Evergreen’s menu reflects a broad variety of food choices. Vegans, as well as those who prefer meat, will find something tasty to satisfy the palate.

One thing that is not on the menu: fried food! Ted is adamant, “Fried food kills.”

For those who want to stay away from sugar, stevia is on the table.

Others who prefer sugar will find this sweetener in the raw. Likewise, fresh cracked pepper and sea salt (rather than ordinary table salt) are standard upgrades. In every detail, there is an effort to acclimate tastes toward the good stuff.

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The beverage menu includes organic wines and beers, European beer and micro-brewery selections. For those who want domestic beer: Budweiser. A selection of soft beverages includes Coca-Cola imported from Mexico. It even tastes like it used to back in the ‘50s, sweetened with cane sugar (rather than high fructose corn syrup) and served in an old-fashioned glass bottle.

The menu also features special seasonal items to reflect variety. For example, the summer menu will provide lighter foods with vegan entrees and appetizers like spring rolls and rice vermicelli. Also available, is a lamb burger with fresh organic herb sauce

(lean, grass-fed, high in omega3 fatty acids, amazing flavor profile and only 85 calories!).

One of the really exciting features of Café Evergreen is the availability of raw juice blends and smoothies. People who want to add raw juice to their diet, or enjoy the benefits of a juice cleanse, will find an excellent starting place here.

Annette just finished a fifteen-day juice cleanse. As a trained physician in her native Germany, she is well acquainted with the practice of alternative and holistic medicine and, therefore, understands food intake as an important aspect of the medical equation. She was able to monitor

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her blood work and reduce her prescription medication to one-third of what she had been using just by changing her diet and juicing.

A regular customer decided to eat one meal daily at Café Evergreen and, without changing anything else in his routine, has been losing three to five pounds per week, as a result. That’s what can happen when salt intake is reduced, and you switch to clean, fresh, properly prepared food.

For a truly delightful summer treat, try coconut juice in a shell – freshly picked, refrigerated, and delivered in just three days from Costa Rica. This dish didn’t taste like any coconut or coconut product I’ve ever tried before (and, previously, I haven’t been overly impressed with the taste of coconut.) Now, however, I’m looking forward to my next visit so I can pick up another one. It’s both a drink and a desert. The coconut meat is delicious, and I understand it’s a powerful source of electrolytes. Annette told me that during World War II, the armed forces actually used coconut water as emergency plasma which is universally compatible with human blood. Just some “food” for thought.

On my way out of the restaurant, I asked a customer what tastes good at Café Evergreen, “Everything!” was the enthusiastic response. This might be why Ted and Annette recently received the Venice Gondolier 2014 Readers Choice Award as Winner of Best Organic Restaurant in the area, and have appeared with Chef Judi Gallagher on ABC Channel 7. Check out their website to get better acquainted.

Café Evergreen is more than a restaurant. It’s a nourishing experience, celebrating food that tastes great and, at the same time supports, optimal nutrition. It’s a place where food intelligence is encouraged and served up on an attractive website. Think of it as a contemporary oasis where people gather daily to enjoy positive interaction, a lovely environment and trustworthy food.

Location: 891 South Tamiami Trail, Nokomis. Open for lunch and dinner Monday– Sunday, and for breakfast Saturday–Sunday, 8 to 11 a.m. Reservations are available. For more information, call 941-412-4334 or visit CafeEvergreen.net.

The Empowering Journey of a Female Entrepreneur as told by Dr. Anna Baker

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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n the conventionally male-dominated world of scientific research and development, female voices are often underrepresented. However, gender disproportion has never deterred Dr. Anna Baker, DOM, from making her own innovative mark on this industry. Known professionally as Dr. Anna, she founded Faces by Dr. Anna, a “thriving acupuncture practice” serving Sarasota-area residents, over 15 years ago.

Drawing inspiration from the holistic healing modalities she discovered through studying Chinese Medicine, Dr. Anna has earned an illustrious reputation within the medical community due to breakthrough anti-aging techniques. Her specialty, a non-invasive acupuncture face- and neck-lift that three-dimensionally retightens muscles without any needles touching the face, has even been televised nationally.

Furthermore, all patients have experienced positive results such as wider eyes, higher cheeks, firmer jawlines, fuller lips and an overall younger-looking, revitalized appearance.

Following the success of these acupuncture treatments, Dr. Anna expanded her entrepreneurial pursuits in 2009 by formulating a facial serum line. She branded the name Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna, and a store dedicated exclusively to her products opened in Sarasota during 2012, following a series of pop-up locations. Derived from pure ingredients like Chinese herbs and authentic powdered pearls, these age-defying serums gently tone underlying facial muscles, while moisturizing the skin for youthful glow, texture and elasticity.

Dr. Anna explains that “pearls have been used throughout history as an ancient beauty elixir in Egypt, Greece and China” because of their therapeutic flesh generating properties. “Medical research has found that the legendary benefits of pearls come from unique substances called ‘signal proteins’ which act as messengers by sending out signals that control cellular growth. Signal proteins can stimulate new skin and bone regeneration, as well as enhance skin tissue repair,” she clarifies.

The product formula is made from “natural and organic ingredients with specially activated pearls in a base of bio-available vitamins, minerals and amino acids without any preservatives.” In fact, the end result is so fresh and unprocessed that it must stay refrigerated. When applied topically, Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna gradually yet noticeably reduces fine lines, wrinkles and sagging, in addition to

re-firming the muscles. Dr. Anna adds, “Scientific analysis shows that pearl extracts contain 10 different types of amino acid proteins and several trace minerals that are extremely important in the rejuvenation process.”

Not only is Dr. Anna an accomplished anti-aging practitioner and savvy business woman, she also possesses credentials within the technological sector. Before transitioning into Chinese Medicine, Dr. Anna worked 14 years as a pioneering female inventor in the field of aerospace engineering. Throughout her career, Dr. Anna obtained 21 U.S. Patents for developing space shuttle tile-type materials, and this expertise proved useful when she masterminded the method of “activating pearls to revive their muscle and skin toning abilities.”

In addition, Dr. Anna’s scientific background enables her to educate patients on the mechanics of bio-energy’s role in healthcare. While no longer an engineer, she still utilizes that extensive analytical training on a regular basis. For example, Dr. Anna “meticulously photographs the results of every treatment she performs and currently has a database of over 500 patients.” Through this documentation process, she learned how facial aging occurs and has fine-tuned which treatment approach most effectively reverses those visible effects.

These outstanding professional achievements and commitment to helping people feel confident in their own skin have made Dr. Anna a frontrunner in age-defying medical advancements. Moreover, her scientific aptitude, combined with creative ingenuity, prove that a legitimate path is being paved for female entrepreneurs within mainstream society – with the ultimate goal of affording industrial-minded women the same recognition and credibility as their male counterparts.

Dr. Anna is a board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine, who has been practicing in Sarasota since 1998. She is the founder of both Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna and Faces by Dr. Anna, and has been voted Sarasota’s favorite anti-aging practitioner four years in a row. For more information about receiving a face- and neck-lift, visit FacesByDrAnna.com, or to schedule a free consultation, call 941-924-2723. For more information about the facial products line, call 941-921-2662 or visit DrAnnasPearlCream.com. Stop by the store’s newly opened location at 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota-Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest Florida. Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.Wordpress. com, features practical tips for embracing a fit, nutritious and empowered lifestyle.

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• Lifeguard: Follow lifeguard instructions and rules on beach.

• Current and Tide Safety: Learn about how to identify Rip Currents and Undertows. Swim parallel to the beach to out of them. Long shore currents and parallel currents drag people down the beach. Swim into shore to get out of these. Also, make identification markers on the beach (like a specific building or umbrella) to help the family to find their locations while in the water, and watch for markers while swimming.

• Relax: If you don’t Panic, you’ll use less oxygen. Roll over and float if you can.

• Buddy System: Always swim with a buddy in a supervised area.

How to Prevent Drowning: What Every Parent Needs to Know

by Carolyn Nash

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xcellent swimming skills are not a guarantee of safety at all times in all situations, especially for survival-floating infants and children or even adults. Strong swimmers are just safer.

Even as an excellent competitive swimmer, I got into trouble in the ocean when I was nine. We were riding the waves after a big storm, and I was caught in the undertow.

I was dragged along on the bottom and tumbled about. I started to panic at first, as I couldn’t see and didn’t know which way was up. Then I remembered that I was supposed to relax, and I could still hold my breath for a while. I curled up in a ball and protected my head and rolled with it for a bit. Once the water was little calmer, I turned sideways to the direction I was being pulled in and swam out of it.

Here are my tips for keeping you and your loved ones safest whilst in or around the water:

Beach and Open Water • Flags: Look at what color flag is up and ask lifeguard about conditions.

• Diving: Never dive into murky water that you don’t know the depth of and/or can’t see the bottom. Look before you leap, so you don’t jump on someone.

• Learning to swim can create a riskier situation in the journey to becoming a “safer” swimmer. Typically, children gain their confidence and joy in the water before they master the skills of rolling over to float. Extra caution needs to be taken during the process of learning to swim.

General • Learn CPR for infants, children and adults. This is a must, as CPR saves lives. Ask about signs for dry drowning while in the class.

• “Throw, Don’t Go”: Never rescue a swimmer in danger by going in the water. Instead, throw or extend something that floats.

• Assign an adult to be a lifeguard, even if no one is intended to swim.* (also, see “Habits” section below for more info).

• No flotation devices at all: Most flotation devices are actually a safety risk and hinder learning to swim. They put the child in a slightly vertical position, whereas easy swimming happens in a fully balanced horizontal position. It is hard to unlearn the habit of a wrong position, and it is very tiring to swim in that vertical position.

Plus, many of them fall off or pose safety hazards in their design. I suggest that you do not use life jackets for swimming but only for safety reasons. Then, learn to swim as soon as possible instead of using flotation devices. *If this solution is not safe enough because of large numbers of non-swimming kids or another reason, feel free to call BodyMind Aquatics who will give you a safety consult for free to problem solve the situation with the best and safest outcomes and best devices to help.

Safety Solutions • Life jackets: Put them on the kids, especially if you (the adult) are not going to swim. Proper infant and child life jackets need to have a head rest and floats in front. Use a USCG certified life jacket, not a floatation device.

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• Pool Safety Devices: Pool fences, locks and pool alarms or door alarms are a must. There is also a wrist band alarm that goes off like a baby monitor when it gets wet.

Hopefully with the implementation of these safety tips and safety training, we can keep more people and kids safe (especially here in Florida), and reduce the drowning and incident rate to non-existent levels.

Good Habits to Form (Adults & Kids)

As a way to help, Body-Mind Aquatics has initiated a free swim lesson program for parents of our swimmers who do not know how to swim. As we progress, we hope to initiate a grant based learn-to-swim program much like Broward County has instituted. In the meantime, we will see you out on the beach for our June 6 Community Beach Safety Day and at our Free Swim Evaluation Safety Day parties! For more information, visit BodyMindAquatics.com.

• Behavioral training: Teach children to ask and listen for an answer before they go into or even touch water. For infants, simply go through the conversational process for them so they can start early that they can’t swim until they hear an answer with their name in it. For example, “Honey, you need to ask mommy and daddy to get in the water and pool? Would you like to get in now? Yes. Thank you for asking! (Name), you may get in now!” If you catch them not doing this, have them sit out and repeat the rule. Keep at it with consistency and be relentless. Hopefully, they will pause to ask before they go to reach for a toy or explore near water.

• Bathtub time: Never leave kids alone in bathtub. It is easy to leave but don’t, especially with two or more kids in the bath, as accidents can easily happen. Make sure you have what you need before kids enter any water zone (phone, snacks, water, etc.), or kids need to come out of water.

• Designate rotating lifeguards help at parties. Have someone (a nanny or adult guest) stay with the kids and switch periodically. That person can even wear a pin or hat or something to designate their role as the fun-making “lifeguard.”

Carolyn Nash is the creator and owner of Body-Mind Aquatics, as well as an aquatic therapist, theta healer, swim coach, water fitness instructor and, of course, a swimmer. She is a certified US Swim Coach and aquatic instructor with the National Water Fitness Association, Arthritis Foundation and the Red Cross, with 20 years of swim instruction experience and coaching. In 2006, Nash developed a unique aquatic program called Body-Mind Swimming which integrates Eastern philosophies into swimming. Body-Mind Aquatics was created shortly after when she integrated her training with these very ideas into swim lessons. Her program specializes in personalized lessons with only three kids per class and a method that is gentle, child-centered and childpaced while teaching survival safety swimming with fun and trust.

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regular gym workout.

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Whole Body Wellness Just in Time for Swimsuit Season: Q&A with GoFit Studios

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

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iving on the Suncoast, we are fortunate to enjoy premier, world-class beaches right in our own backyard.

These white sand retreats, set against the turquoise Gulf, provide ideal backdrops for savoring those “dog days of summer.” However, taking full advantage of Southwest Florida’s tropical playground can cause more anxiety than relaxation if you feel insecure about your bathing suit size.

Fortunately, GoFit Studios – an alternative physical rejuvenation center based in Sarasota – takes the guesswork out of sculpting a lean “bikini body,” while achieving long-term health sustainability. Below, manager Roxanne Dondanville reveals why GoFit is the surefire solution to beating those seasonal body blues.

Natural Awakenings: What are your favorite workouts for the summer’s swimsuit season?

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glutes. For the core, I love doing planks with my forearms placed on the platform of GoFit’s T-Zone whole body vibration (WBV) machine. For legs and glutes, I do squats on the WBV machine at a low speed. Plus, I also use our far infrared sauna for 30 minutes each day.

Far Infrared Saunas not only help you reduce stress, but they also detoxify the body which is even more important when you are trying to lose weight.

NA: What are the toughest muscle groups to tone, and how would you recommend tackling these “problem” areas?

Dondanville: Most of our members complain about their abs when initially joining the studio. We have several exercises that, while performed on the WBV machine, target that area specifically. But, an even greater thing about this machine is it enables you to work 96% of your muscles, in addition to the abs, all at once. That’s why the tag line for WBV is “a one hour workout in ten minutes” – unlike exercising just one or two muscle groups at a time, like with a

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NA: Can you describe GoFit’s innovative approach to health and what sets you apart from other fitness centers?

Dondanville: We don’t really like to call ourselves a fitness center because when people hear that phrase, they automatically think of a gym. We are not a gym. We are a studio that offers alternative fitness options. We focus more on helping our members reach the ultimate state of health possible.

Vibration training improves balance and can reduce the risk of falls or injuries. Plus, it has the great advantage of being a low-impact activity, meaning there’s less stress placed on joints and muscles than with conventional strength or cardio exercises. Whole body vibration workouts are ideal, not only for elders or those with conditions that prevent them from doing regular exercises, but also for young and active people who want to try a different form of physical activity.

Our studio is also helpful to individuals who consistently perform highimpact exercises like athletes, cross-fit competitors and boot camp goers. In fact, a study published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation investigated the effects of whole body vibration on flexibility and muscle performance in female athletes.

The results indicated that, with the frequency and G-force, whole body vibration improves overall flexibility and

muscle performance, while preventing muscle-tendon injuries. Whole body vibration is fantastic for everyone!

NA: How does a GoFit membership support fitness goals while building body confidence?

Dondanville: By coming to our studio regularly, you’ll experience optimal health from the inside out. The far infrared sauna will rid your body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals and excess fat, while relieving muscle or joint pain and achieving cardiac improvement.

You’ll also burn more calories, and our WBV machines will help you promote muscle strength, reduce cellulite and increase your metabolism, as well as toning and firming your entire body.

You will not only look and feel better, you will be healthier!

NA: How often would you suggest using the GoFit facilities and equipment each week?

Dondanville: We recommend visiting the studio at least three to four times per week in order to fully experience the benefits of membership. However, if you can come every day, that’s even better! We have a few different workout routines available to our members. But, ultimately, choosing a specific regimen depends on the individual’s fitness goals or physical requirements. For example, some people primarily come in to recuperate their joints and muscles after high-impact exercises.

In addition, we offer various membership options. Our most popular membership includes two ten-minute sessions of WBV and 30 minutes in the FIR Sauna. So, with this option, you’ll be in and out of the studio in under an hour!

NA: Throughout these summer months, are you offering any client discounts or incentives?

Dondanville: We encourage everyone to come in anytime for a free trial which includes a 10-minute session of

WBV and 15 minutes in the far infrared sauna. This way, you can experience what we offer before committing. Right now, we are also offering an entirely free week to everyone who signs up for a one-month membership. That’s five weeks for the price of four! Bring a friend, and if he or she signs up too, you’ll get another free week! Plus, we are a no-contract facility; all memberships are month-to-month.

Location: 2163 Siesta Drive, Sarasota.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–7 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. To view a complete menu of membership options, visit GoFitStudios.com. For more information, call 941-554-8064 or email Info@GoFitStudios.com.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings SarasotaManatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer, based in Southwest Florida. Her personal blog, HealthBeAHippie.Wordpress.com, features practical tips for embracing a fit, nutritious and empowered lifestyle.

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Cat Depot has the cutest, cuddliest assortment of furry friends to choose from. An affordable, one-time adoption fee includes a veterinary exam, flea treatment, deworming, FeLV/ FIV/heartworm test, spay or neuter operation, and a tracking microchip.

By rescuing your “purr-fect” new family member, you’ll be giving him (or her) a fresh start, while improving your own quality of life as well!

It’s a Kitten Stampede at Cat Depot:

Over 100 Furry Friends Available for Adoption

by Lynne Rasys

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ummertime signifies budding new life; however, this does not necessarily benefit our community’s overwhelming stray and abandoned cat population.

Due to the annual influx of homeless, newborn kittens without loving families to care for them, the hallways at Cat Depot currently echo with the tiny mews of these innocent babies. Right now, this shelter has an overabundance of kittens, including 45 available for immediate adoption and another 78 coming in from foster homes.

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the chance to become beloved pets, and Cat Depot is urging people to open their hearts and homes to an adorable bundle of joy. “In 2014, Cat Depot rescued over 700 kittens and prevented the senseless killing of precious lives.

Our efforts helped turn the prospect of a ‘no-kill kitten season’ into a reality last year in Sarasota,” explains Andee Ondina, the shelter’s Operations Manager. “We are taking in even more kittens this year, and we pledge another no-kill kitten season for 2015.”

In order to achieve this objective, foster families are desperately needed.

Cat Depot would not be able to save the lives of these defenseless animals without support from short-term caretakers. The foster care program provides temporary safe, nurturing homes for both kittens and cats until they are adopted by forever families.

Fostering is a worthwhile volunteer project to get involved in, and students can even count it toward school community service hours.

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Cat Depot, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 no-kill, free-roaming facility, is recognized for its progressive design and commitment to helping homeless, abandoned and injured animals. Open seven days a week, Cat Depot’s mission is to save lives, find loving homes, and provide the resources and education to improve the destiny of homeless cats. The shelter supports over 130 cats and kittens on any given day and also operates a supply and gift store, specializing in top name-brand wet and dry food, dry litter, calming products and unique trinkets for cat lovers.

Location: 2542 17th Street, Sarasota.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.to 7 p.m., and Saturday– Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Handicap accessible. To become a foster parent, call 941-366-2404 ext.

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one would readily agree that China should be presenting with a load of health-related issues. These are common in China – good hygiene practices are short-coming, salmonella abounds from all the freshly killed chicken laid around the fresh meat market waiting for purchase for consumption, dirt and dust pollute the bowls of noodles that consumers are busy shoveling into their mouths by the roadside, and vaccinations are not popular and far from a must.

So, you ask: No raw vegetables, bacteria galore, white rice three meals a day, only one to three glasses of water on average per day, loads of wheat in diets, no five food groups to balance out the body needs, etc. – how do the Chinese manage to stay healthy? The answer is simple – it is all about what they eat. And, the secret lies in how they choose what to eat.

Selecting What to Eat As previously mentioned, the Chinese nutritional system is not based on the five food groups at all. In fact, it is all based on energy, the energetic properties of food, the understanding of what is going on in your body, and is formed around the principles of the Tao and Chinese Medicine.

Here in the USA, when one thinks of “diet,” it generally bears some connotation towards weight loss. However, in China, “diet” is mainly associated with “a meal plan that would address current health challenges and improve on one’s overall well-being.” When selecting what to have for a meal, what is good for health always comes to the forefront of the factors for selection. This does not mean, however, that foods have to be “boring”. On the contrary, foods can be chosen from a wide variety of choices, including plants, animals, and herbs. Factors that are taken into consideration when putting together a meal plan include:

Eating for Good Health: Chinese Food Therapy

by Rene Ng (DOM, AP, L.Ac)

The Chinese Way of Eating

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ave you ever travelled to China or to Asia? Or, perhaps to an authentic Chinese restaurant here in the USA, or in the Chinatowns of San Francisco or New York City? If you have, did you try to look for a raw salad or vegetable dish on their menu and found none? And, if in China, did you find that asking for a drink in a cup filled with ice turned out to be quite an ordeal?

Well, the reason is simple – raw vegetables are not part of the Chinese diet (vegetables are always consumed cooked – the Chinese believe that raw veggies are not good for you).

Furthermore, ice cubes are not added to drinks as they are taken either warm or at room temperature for the same reason. And, yes, that would still be the case if you went in to a restaurant on a day with scalding temperature in the 90s – you would still be offered warm or room temperature water.

If that was not enough, if you looked closely at how the Chinese choose what to eat on a given day, there is no real structured approach being followed, such as the five food groups (which is not a part of Chinese food therapy). In fact, 70

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• • • •

Any special goals and objectives to be achieved Yin and Yang energetics of each food item selected Diseases that may need to be addressed The current weather conditions along with barometric pressure • The current health condition of our bodies • Hereditary issues that need to be addressed

Selection Factor -> State of Our Body This is a key factor of consideration when selecting foods.

Foods are selected to help bring the body to energetic balance. When the Yin and Yang energies of the body are off, disharmonies ensue and illnesses prevail. Attention is paid to the body to determine if it feels “hot” (too much Yang), “cold” (too much Yin), dry, or bloated (indicative of water retention).

This is very similar to Western nutrition whereby one takes more alkaline-based foods if the body is too acidic to balance out the pH. When you see an Acupuncture Physician, you will almost always be guaranteed that you will be counselled on what to eat to balance off your body and to return it to homeostasis.

Selection Factor -> Yin versus Yang Understanding the energetics of the foods is crucial to balancing the body. “Yin” in general refers to the cooling aspects of the energy, and along with it comes slow-down, passiveness,

calming, hydrating, and more internal and emotion driven.

Most of the vegetables and alkalinic foods fall into this category.

“Yang,” on the other hand, refers to the warming aspects of the energy, and along with it comes activity, forcefulness, drying, and more external and physical driven. Most meats and acidic foods fall into this category. As an example of how this works, people who have low energy and are lethargic in general can benefit from eating more “Yang” foods. People who suffer from dryness conditions (hot flashes, constipation, dry eyes, etc.) will benefit from eating more “Yin” foods.

Again, your Acupuncture Physician can help you figure out your imbalance and put together a good food plan for you based on its energetics.

• Chicken, neck bones, walnuts and black sesame can address deformed joints and atrophic muscles.

• Foods that tonify the kidneys can help with back pain as well as prostate and urination issues.

• Chrysanthemum tea is great for dry and itchy eyes.

Generally, illnesses and their accompanying symptoms can be traced back to one or more of the organ systems imbalanced and at fault. Over thousands of years, the Chinese have been able to map out how certain foods can affect the organ systems, both in good as well as bad ways. Hence, foods can be used to strength organ systems that are deficient and need boosting, or to sedate organ systems that are in excess and need slowing down.

Selection Factor -> The Weather The weather, including the temperature and barometric pressure, plays an important role in food selection. For example, foods that will hydrate the body (“Yin” foods such as watermelon) are chosen when the weather is extremely hot and dry. It is similar in principle to an individual drinking a cup of hot chocolate prior to going out into the cold and braving the elements on an icy, cold day in Minnesota, for example. When the humidity is high, diuretic foods such as mushrooms that promote urination to leech out excess water retention are selected.

Selection Factor -> Heredity One of the things that we have no control over is what we inherit as part of our DNA when we are born. In Chinese Medicine, this is akin to the energetic imbalances that we inherit from our parents. For example, if your parents smoked before you were born, you will inherit a constitutional lung deficiency condition from them, and you will end up being more prone to pulmonary issues such as asthma, COPD, and skin conditions in your life. It is, therefore, very typical to see foods being picked that would strengthen the lungs (such as onions, pears and strawberries) to address this as part of the family’s diet. Another example is that foods to strengthen the kidneys are often selected for children that present with ADD and ADHD developmental disorders.

Selection Factor -> Illnesses and Diseases In China, acupuncture is not the main therapy used in Chinese Medicine. Food Therapy and Chinese herbal medicine are the top choices for therapy used to address illnesses and accompanying symptoms. Most Chinese are trained from young tender ages how to address their health issues naturally and especially with foods. The following are examples: • In the event of injuries, spicy foods are avoided.

• Peaches are an excellent choice to address constipation.

• Ginger can be used to halt nausea and to stop diarrhea.

Selection Factor -> Goals and Objectives Last but not least, foods may be chosen with a specific goal in mind.

For example, certain foods that are known to nourish the blood and to calm the mind may be chosen for expectant mothers. Foods that may invigorate the blood would be avoided for those who are about to undergo surgery. Foods that can strengthen the muscles may be chosen for those with back pain and atrophic muscle disorders. Alcohol and fatty foods would be avoided for those suffering from high cholesterol and hypertensive disorders. Foods that strengthen and balance out the kidney, spleen, and liver organ systems may be chosen to address chronic weight issues.

Conclusion Food as therapy is the number one modality used to maintain good health in China. Good health automatically implies a good quality of life that is full of excitement, adventures, wonderful relationships, and lesser issues with body pain and illnesses. The body is an incredible healing machine – if you treat it well and listen to the signals it is giving you, then keeping it in a good state of health would not be a monumental task. More often than not, problems arise when we choose to ignore signs and symptoms that the body is sending to us… until it is too late. Your board-certified Acupuncture Physician can help you identify the best nutrition plan for you.

Remember: You are what you eat. If you eat crap, you become crap; it is as simple as that. Start taking control of your own good health if you have not done so already. You will be very glad you did.

Rene Ng, DOM, AP, L.Ac, is a board-certified, licensed Acupuncture Physician and Chinese Herbalist located in Sarasota, Florida. In 2014, he was voted Sarasota’s “Favorite Acupuncture Physician” for a second year in a row and was also the area’s “Favorite Anti-Aging Practitioner.” Ng can be reached at 941-773-5156 or via email: RNG@ChineseMedicalSolutions.com. natural awakenings

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 Free Healing Clinic – 4-6:30pm. Our Masters tap into the Divine Source of energy to balance and heal your being. Relax and enjoy this renewing and enlightening experience. Love Donation Appreciated.

Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Salt Room Meditation at Fusion – 7-8pm. A guided meditation during the moon cycles surrounded by 1000’s of lbs of salt crystals. Breathe in the dry saline air & expand your experience. $10. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. RSVP 941921-7900, FusionTherapy.net.

THURSDAY, JULY 2 Meditations on the Yamas – 11:30am-12:30pm.

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. In this 5-week workshop, you will learn the meaning and intent of each of the Eight Limbs of Yoga, explore their practical applications in daily life, and meditate on the meaning of each in your own life. Open to all levels. $65. The Yoga Sanctuary. For more information, call 941-505-9642 or visit TheYogaSanctuary.biz.

Spiritual Wake-Up Calls – 6:30-7:30pm. Introductory discussion about spiritual experiences, past lives, dreams & Soul Travel. Free. Spiritual Experiences Guidebook, includes CD. Free, (New location) Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

FRIDAY, JULY 3 Psychic Intuitive & Trance Channel Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm. Sherry Lord is a versatile channel who can answer your questions, both business

and personal, and help you on your spiritual path. 15 mins/$40; 30 mins/ $75; 60 mins/$125; Deep Trance Channel Sessions 50 mins/$175. Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Boats by the Bay Downtown Block Party – 5pmMidnight. Live entertainment, food vendors and racing boats on display. Orange & Palm Aves and Lemon Ave between First & State St, Downtown Sarasota.

Marauder’s Baseball – 5:30pm gates open; 6:30pm game; fireworks after the game. Marauders take on the Charlotte Stone Crabs. Tickets: $6-$8. McKechnie Field, 611 9th St W, Bradenton. Escape-to-Sarasota.com/july-sarasota-events.html.

The Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix Festival Parade of Boats – 6pm. Parade route is Main St in downtown Sarasota, beginning at US 301 to Gulfstream Ave, and features the race teams along with their powerboats that will be featured in the July 6th Sarasota offshore boat races off Lido Beach (Date Subject to change by the Boat Fest Committee.) Escape-To-Sarasota.com/july-sarasota-events. html.

Reiki Share – 7-9pm. An Invitation to Reiki Practitioners - All Levels are most welcome! Join in the fun of giving and receiving healing. $5/Love Offering. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice.

Rev Patricia Charnley, 941 492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Beach House Restaurant 22nd Annual Fireworks Extravaganza – After dark, fireworks light up the night sky on the beach over the Gulf of Mexico, along with a fabulous party with a limited number of VIP packages available. 200 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach. Escape-to-Sarasota.com/july-sarasotaevents.html.

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SATURDAY, JULY 4 The 9th Annual Firecracker 5K Run – 6:15am Registration; 7:30am Race. The course is flat, fast, and well-marked with two water stations along the way in the 3.1 mile stretch. $30. Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W Price Blvd, North Port.

Register by 7/3, 941-240-8123, RunSignUp.com/ Race/FL/NorthPort/9thAnnualFirecracker5K. Longboat Key: The Annual Freedom Fest Parade – 9-11am. Commissioners, police and fire rescue personnel are in the parade along with children who wish to dress up and walk with their pets. Put on your best red, white and blue and decorate your bike or wagon. Parade lineup begins at 8:30am on Bay Isles Rd. Activities, food and drinks, children’s games all in Bicentennial Park, Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Rd. Info 941-383-2466, Escape-To-Sarasota. com.

Fourth of July Sale – 10am-2pm. Elysian Fields will be open for limited hours, and in celebration, all merchandise will be an additional 10% off. 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Powerboats by the Bay at Centennial Park – 10am7pm. Part of the Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix Boat Festival, see the powerboats up close. Food, vendors and live entertainment. Free Admission.10th St & Rte 41 near downtown Sarasota. Escape-to-Sarasota.com/july-sarasota-events.html.

Fishermen’s Village 4th of July Celebration – 10am-9pm. Annual Freedom Swim on Charlotte Harbor begins at 10am. Enjoy live entertainment, shopping and dining, viewing of Fireworks Display

over Charlotte Harbor at 9pm. Fisherman’s Village, 1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. Info 941639-8721.

Fourth-Fest 2015 at Laishley Park – 11am. Punta Gorda’s Annual Independence Day festival, a celebration of the USA, with nonstop entertainment for the entire family, including a Kid’s Fun Zone and 12 giant waterslides, for the littlest kids to grownups.

Vendors, displays and unique shopping opportunities, fun festival food, cold beer and beverages! Live Music starts at noon. The Boogiemen Rock ‘n Soul Revue entertain 6pm until the best fireworks display in all of Southwest Florida 9pm, followed by Nashville recording artists The Jack Michael Band concert. $3/Admission helps offset cost of fireworks.

Optional $10/Wristband unlimited use Waterslides.

Fireworks funded entirely by donations/ sponsorships. Details PuntaGordaFireworks.com.

Myakka Kayaka 4th of July Jam Blast – 11am4pm. Featuring Treble Hook’s Florida Folk & Medicine Show, Steve Arvey and Rebecca Bird, and more artists to be announced. No cover charge.

Snook Haven, 5000 E Venice Ave, Venice.

American Tapestry – 4:30pm. Featuring Gloria Musicae with a patriotic concert full of choral fireworks celebrating America. $35, $15/students. First United Methodist Church, 104 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. Escape-To-Sarasota.com/july-sarasotaevents.html#sthash.zufUmioV.jRxThz41.dpuf.

The 25th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display & Party – 5pm VIP Party. 9pm Fireworks. Fireworks over Siesta Key are blasted off just north of the volleyball courts, so viewing is good from anywhere south and along Crescent Beach (south of Siesta Public Beach), out on the Gulf, or from

the Intracoastal waterway. Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce also puts on a VIP Party, including convenient VIP-reserved on-site parking at Siesta Key Public Beach, catered dinner for two with beer, wine & soft drinks. Live music. Kids Zone. $150/ Adult VIP includes dinner for two; $15/Kids 11-15; Free/Under 10 yrs. Info 941-349-3800, Escape-ToSarasota.com.

All American Barbecue and Independence Day Celebration – 6-10pm. Barbeque pit masters, live music and family activities plus fireworks over Sarasota Bay from Selby Garden’s bay front location. $30/Members, $35/Non-members; Free/11 & under. $150/VIP Ticket available. 900 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. Click here for more info and tickets. Info Escape-To-Sarasota.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 5 Open Heart Divine Healing Service – 12:15pm.

1st Sunday. Through the gathering of the Faithful, experience and co-create the Anchoring of Powerful Divine Healing energies within the Sacred Circle. Expect Miracles! Rev. Sharon Elizabeth James.

Love offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota.

941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

MONDAY, JULY 6 Summer Studies Yoga Program – 2-5pm. MonFri for 6 weeks. Participants practice yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, explore anatomy, yoga philosophy, journaling, ancient and modern texts on yoga, and the ins and outs of alignment-based Hatha yoga. Garden of the Heart Yoga Center, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. Register by June 15, 941341-9781, Cheryl@GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

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TUESDAY, JULY 7 Meditation & Healing – 7pm. Come relax and benefit from a guided meditation, hands-on healing, and mental healing for those named by the attendees. Good reports have been received about this once a month 45-minute service. Love Offering. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, cmfSarasota.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 Intro to Silva Method – 7-9pm. Stressed out? For 50 years, the Silva Method has helped millions of people around the world relax, calm down and open up the untapped power the mind. Silva grads welcome. Tamara Patzer, Certified Silva Method Instructor. Free. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. TamaraPatzer@gmail.com, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 10 Guided Jin Shin Jyutsu® – 6-7:15pm. Be renewed as you are guided through hands-on energy balancing exercises you apply to your own body. Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner, Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu. $18/class or $60/5 classes prepaid, Cash or check. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. Register by Noon, Jul 10, 941-228-2972, Michelle@SuncoastJSJ.com, SuncoastJSJ.com.

Documentary: One Peace at a Time – 7pm. An inspiring look at the possibility of providing basic rights to every child. Shows us step by step what we can do here and now to make our world a better place. The film features the insights of Nobel Peace laureates, and music by Ben Harper, Bob Dylan, Jack Johnson, Cat Stevens, Explosions in the Sky, and many more. Donations accepted. Venice Holistic Center, 714 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, VenicePeaceProject.org.

Qi Gong – 7-8pm. Qi Gong opens pathways in the body to circulate & stimulate the body’s internal processes to allow for the smooth flow of Qi (energy), which can increase strength and produce vi-

tality. $10. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Dr Bill Philpott, 941-587-1288, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 11 Psychic Fair – 10am-3pm. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the Area! See what your future holds! Free healing and refreshments. Private readings $15/15 mins. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Reiki I Attunement & Certification Class – 11:30am-5:30pm. The first of 4 classes for Reiki III Master Healer Certification into the Usui School of Reiki, with Rev Zan Benham. A powerful form of hands-on healing dating back to 620 BC. $122. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, AlunaJoy.com/elders.html. Info and dates for series, Woman-Spirit.com.

Writing Workshop – 1-2:30pm. We will be doing a series of exercises to stimulate your imagination and creativity and get at your subconscious. You may discover what is blocking you or something that will move you forward. If you are feeling stuck or going through transition or just want to move some energy and feel the energy of new beginnings on how to proceed, this workshop is for you.

With Joanne Healey. $20/in advance, $25/door.

The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota. 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Gallery Concert Series – 5-7pm. Singer/ songwriter Jamie Z will perform original music amidst joyful & inspiring art! Donation.

Paste Paper Art Gallery Studio, 1975 Morrill St, Sarasota. 941-313-2175, PastePaperArt. com.

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SUNDAY, JULY 12 Western Approach to the 7 Chakra Centers of Consciousness – 12:30pm. Please join us for this exciting event! $10/Love Offering. Unity of Sarasota, Fellowship Hall Education Annex, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota. Info 941-955-3301.

Color and Your Soul Potentials – 2-3:30pm. Color can reveal the sacred journey of your soul. Learn how to use color to manifest your potentials and help you discover your own soul program. Delve into your story. Learn the difference in your soul colors, and colors you need for balance now, clues that will help you recognize when you make contact with your soul. Go deep into your own story on your own. With Spencer Rouse. Love offering.

The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota. 941544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 14 Dancin’ Babes Summer Program – 5:30pm. July 14, 16, 21, 23. For children ages 3 to 5, an introduction to dance. The primary goal of this class is to foster creativity, freedom, expression in movement and a love for dance. The class incorporates special fun dances and activities that help facilitate the dancer’s own expression. $50/4 classes. Higher Ground Performing Arts, 17353 Geddes Ave, Port Charlotte. Register, 941- 625-3622, HigherGroundPerformingArts.net/events-tickets.

How to Find God – 6-7pm. Introductory discussion about spiritual experiences, past lives, dreams & Soul Travel. Free Spiritual Experiences Guidebook, includes CD. Free, Gulf Gate Library, 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 Bluegrass Playboys – 7pm. Nashville’s Bradford Lee Folk makes good-times bluegrass that’s not afraid to punch your gut. If you want to reach him, call after 2pm Nashville time. Before that, he’s out on his tractor in the fields of an organic farm outside the city, farming for a living. After 2pm, Brad heads back into Nashville to set up for a long night of burning bluegrass and rootsy Americana with his band. The juxtaposition between the gritty dirt of the country and the glitz of Nashville lies at the heart of Bradford Lee Folk’s music. Tickets $12/$15. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota. 941-545-5635, SarasotaPEACEnter.org.

Salt Room Meditation at Fusion – 7-8pm. A guided meditation during the moon cycles surrounded by 1000’s of lbs of salt crystals. Breathe in the dry saline air & expand your experience. $10. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. RSVP 941-921-7900, FusionTherapy.net.

Reiki III Master Share – 7-9pm. Masters of all lineages come together to share, expand, enhance and brush up on their Reiki. Wear comfortable clothes. $5Suggested Donation. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd, Sarasota. Rev. Zan Benham, 941-922-7839. Zan@Woman-Spirit.com, Woman-Spirit.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 16 Intuitive & Healer Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm. Guest Reader Deborah Chadwick is able to communicate with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients. 15 mins/$30; 30 mins/$60.

Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-3613006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop – 7pmSun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure, 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 18 Snooty’s 67th Birthday Bash and Wildlife Festival – 10am-2pm. Snooty is the world’s oldest manatee on record, born July 21, 1948, at the old Miami Aquarium and Tackle Co. Wildlife awareness information plus children’s games and art activities; free cookies and drinks for the children; a display of Snooty’s birthday cards submitted for the card contest & more. Free Admission + Reduced admission prices to the Museum, Aquarium and Planetarium. $9/Adults; $7/Seniors, Kids 4 -12; Free/4 and under with a paying adult. Spanish Plaza, 201 W 10th St, Bradenton. Escape-To-Sarasota.com/july-sarasotaevents.html.

AMC Basic Integrated Energy Therapy – 10am4pm. You will learn to conduct the 5-min empowerment self-balancing & clearing session; Become familiar w/Energy Anatomy and Cellular Memory Map; “Read” Energy; Conduct a full Basic-level IET session. $180/0.5 Credit. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Silva Method Workshop – 10:30am-3:30pm. In this 5-hour beginner’s pre-requisite workshop, you will learn the core techniques in guided imagery and focused awareness that will help you achieve your goals, overcome obstacles, and fulfil your potential with a certified Silva Method instructor. Apply to the full 20-hour Silva Life System Certificate with lifetime repeat privileges. Silva Grads Welcome. See silvamethod.com. $200/0.5 College Credit. Tamara Patzer, Certified Silva Method Instructor. Angel Ministries College, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice.

TamaraPatzer@gmail.com, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

ThetahealingTM – Noon-2pm. Lecture and introduction to this unique spiritual tool to foster change in your life. Can help heal physical, mental, emotional issues, release traumas, fears, phobias, addictions and more, with Donna-Indira Garnvik, BA, MCS, certified Thetahealing™ Practitioner. Love Offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. YouTube.com/watch?v=dEneQ4go_ qQ. Intuition, Psychic Abilities, Energy Medicine, Angelic Connections – 1-2:30pm. Learn why being aware and knowing about energy is critical to your health and well-being, your awareness of all that surrounds you, and your ability to manifest your life purpose, as well as connecting with higher realms.

Learn the basics of energy, how it flows in your body and your auric field, and how to raise your vibration at any time. With Joanne Healey. $20/in advance, $25/door. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota. 941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman. com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Reflexology Certification Program Weekend – July 18-19. This weekend is part of a 12-month, 300-hour program available for LMTs, acupuncturists and licensed health professionals with massage in their scope of practice to train to become Certified Reflexologists. Sam Belyea, program director, guides students through balancing the systems of the body using the technique of Reflexology. Each weekend includes additional topics such as business development, meditation, and self-care. $2100/ Year; $175/Weekend. The Foot Whisperer Reflexology Institute, 4810 W. Gandy Blvd., Tampa, Details 813-831-9420, FootWhisperer.com/reflexology_training.

SUNDAY, JULY 19 Community HU Song – 10am-1pm. HU is an ancient name for God. When sung as a pure prayer of love, it opens your heart to God’s Love for you; 30 mins, followed by light refreshments. Free, AmericInn, 5931 Fruitville Rd (W of I-75), Sarasota, 941358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

MONDAY, JULY 20 The Triple Threat Performing Arts Intensive Programs – 9am-3:30pm. July 20-24. Ages 7 and up. Enrollment is limited! Program consists of one exciting week of dance, theatre, and vocal instruction. Your child will also learn about stage makeup, costuming, choreography, technical rehearsals and direction. Program concludes with an informal performance at the end of the week. Please send your child with the appropriate dance clothes and shoes.

Snacks provided. Bring a sack lunch Mon-Thurs.

Friday is Pizza Day, send your child with $3. $150/ Child, $135/Siblings. Aftercare Available $25/wk.

Higher Ground Performing Arts, 17353 Geddes Ave, Port Charlotte. Register, 941- 625-3622, HigherGroundPerformingArts.net/events-tickets.

TUESDAY, JULY 21 Four Year Career with YLEO – 6-9pm. Find your purpose and unlock your abundance with Young Living Essential Oils’ four-year career, with a business model offering an incredible path to abun-

dance. We will discuss the myths and realities of the network marketing profession. Learn how to make your dreams of fun and financial freedom come true by sharing your passion with others! $10. Hyatt Regency Sarasota, 1000 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota.

Info & tickets, srqyleo.com.

Astrology 101 with Catherine Rosenbaum – 7-9pm. Catherine will be your personal guide to assist you in knowing who you are in the realm of time and space, offering a back-to-basics astrology class. In this first class in the series, she will break down and personalize the 3 most significant parts of the Astrological Blueprint: The Sun (identity, consciousness); The Moon (soul, inspiration); The Ascendant/Rising (the mask, projection). $25. Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-3613006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Memory Vessels – 7-9pm. Houses are a way of telling one’s own story and they are a vessel for memories. By creating simple words and images, we connect to our own story in a fun and expansive way. With teacher/artist/writer, Denise Clair, MFA, Interdisciplinary Arts. $20. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Info & RSVP, Denise.Auld@goddard.edu.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 Free Lecture and Book-Signing with Cathleen O’Connor, PhD – 4-5:30pm. Cathleen is the author of 365 Days of Angel Prayers. Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 23 Intuitive Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm. Guest Reader Cathleen O’Connor will be offering personal intuitive readings using Tarot as a spiritual anchor. Working with her angels and guides, she uses her gifts of clairaudience and clairvoyance to offer insight into relationships, career, well-being, and spiritual development. 15 mins/$30; 30 mins/$50; 45 mins/$70; 60 mins/$90. Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

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Crystal Light Bed Sessions – Experience John of God Light bed with Michele Denise, authorized tour guide for John of God. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Call for appointment, 828-423-1482, Michele@CrystalHealingBed.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 24 Crystal Light Bed Sessions – Experience John of God Light bed with Michele Denise, authorized tour guide for John of God. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Call for appointment, 828-423-1482, Michele@CrystalHealingBed.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 25 Psychic Fair – 10am-3pm. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the Area! See what your future holds! Free healing and refreshments.

Private Readings $15/15 mins. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice. Rev Patricia Charnley, 941-492-4995, RevPat@AngelMinistriesfl.org, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

5th Annual Mystic Faire – 10am-5pm. July 25-26.

Featuring everything metaphysical, and billed as the largest psychic fair in southwest Florida, the faire will feature more than 75 exhibitors and 25 psychics. Hear free lecturers and visit with psychics, healers and vendors of many kinds. $7/1-day; $10/ both days. Free/Under 12. Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. Escape-ToSarasota.com/july-sarasota-events.html.

Intuitive Saturday Readings and More – 11am4pm. 4th Saturday. Intuitive and Mediumistic Readings, Spirit Artist, Palmistry, Astrology and Numerology Reports. Something for everyone. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL. com.

SUNDAY, JULY 26 ECK Worship Service – 10am-1pm. This month: Are You Looking for a Sign from God? Join others in exploring how to see and hear signs from God that will help you become aware of the miracles in your life. Free, AmericInn, 5931 Fruitville Rd (W of I-75), Sarasota, 941-358-0325, Meetup.com/EckankarInSarasota.

THURSDAY, JULY 30 Private Healing Sessions – 8am-5pm. Private sessions with Panama Healer Elka Boren, with 30 years of healing to remove blocks & shift energy. $70-175/½ Hr; 1½ hr. 1718 Main St, Ste 310, Sarasota. By appointment, Sindhu Porter 941-377-5873, UnityAngelHealing.com.

Intuitive & Healer Readings – 10:30am-5:30pm.

Guest Reader Deborah Chadwick is able to communicate with her guides and angels, quickly receiving very specific information for her clients.15 mins/$30; 30 mins/$60. Elysian Fields, 1273 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-361-3006, ElysianFieldsOnline.com.

Sound Wave Vibrational Healing – 7-9pm. A group therapeutic vibrational sound wave healing activation and attunement opportunity with international sound healer Estaryia Venus. Bring blanket and mat. $49. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota.

941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Register, 808-6731829, Estaryia.com. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota.

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Healing Circle with Elka Boren – 7-9pm. Dissolve past cords & move into present with Healer Elka Boren. Group & each person receive healing.

Elka channels & answers your questions. $30. 1718 Main St, Ste 310, Sarasota. Info, Sindhu Porter 941377-5873, UnityAngelHealing.com.

Gallery Concert Series – 5-7pm. Singer/ songwriter Jamie Z will perform original music amidst joyful & inspiring art! Donation. Paste Paper Art Gallery Studio, 1975 Morrill St, Sarasota. 941-313-2175, PastePaperArt.com.

savethedate FRIDAY, JULY 24 Soul Bowl Beat – 7-9:30pm. Create a Bowl, Tap into Spirit, Hear Live Music. Adorn a handmade Bowl with mixed media. No experience needed. BYOB. Art & Music-what could be better? $50/person; $90/2 people.

Paste Paper Art Gallery Studio, 1975 Morrill St. 941-313-2175, PastePaperArt.com. ered one of the highest holidays in the yogic tradition, and is dedicated to the expression of gratitude for the teachers in our lives. It’s a time to honor our spiritual traditions and lineages. This free event includes a discussion about Guru Purnima and a yoga posture practice, and will conclude with tea and snacks. The Yoga Sanctuary, 112 Sullivan St, Punta Gorda. Jennifer French 941-505-9642, TheYogaSanctuary.biz.

FRIDAY, JULY 31 Guru Purnima Celebration – Noon-1pm. Celebrated on July’s full moon, Guru Purnima is consid-

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Maintain Lifelong Agility – 6:30pm July 31-4pm August 2. What if you switch the focus from ‘working harder to working smarter?’ What if you can refind your natural way of moving, even after injury, illness, aging? $250 (less with early registration).

Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-360-2248, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 3 Archangel Healing System Training – 11am-4pm.

Five-hour workshop with Elka Boren, who initiates you with energy codes, healing for you and others.

Art too. $350. 1718 Main St, Ste 310, Sarasota.

Sindhu Porter 941-377-5873, UnityAngelHealing. com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Ton of Fun Challenge – September 28-December 7. Ready to lose weight and be healthier? Join Fleet Feet Sarasota and UnitedHealthcare’s Ton of Fun program and be part of a 2,000 lb weight loss campaign, led by professionally certified Fleet Feet Coach and Director of Fitness, Whitney Bartlett.

Participants receive access to local nutrition and fitness professionals and mentors, with weekly nutrition tips, recipes, access to a registered dietitian, free workouts, private weigh-ins, email updates, biometric screenings, cooking classes, private Facebook group and prize incentives. $50. Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota, 1830 S Osprey. 941-894-3338, FleetFeetSarasota.com.

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sunday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Meet & Greet: Learn With Other Like-Minded Souls – 9-10am. Enrichment spiritual classes for adults. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd (between Beneva & Swift), Sarasota. 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

One from the Heart Healing Sessions – 9:3010:15am. Center of Spiritual Awareness healing practitioners offer 15-min sessions to bring a state of wholeness to body, mind, and spirit. Free. Fruitville Rd (Knights of Columbus Bldg), 941-9267828.

Discover Your Spiritual Home – 10am. With Rev Karen Wolfson. Center for Spiritual Living Sarasota, South Gate Community Center, 3145 S Gate Cir, Sarasota. 941-927-6212. CSLSarasota.com.

Hatha Yoga with Jamie Coffey – 10-11:30am.

A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Mixed Levels Yoga with Cindy – 10-11:30am.

Alignment-based yoga suitable for anyone with previous yoga experience. Learn standing poses, twists, back bends, seated bends & inversions at your own pace. More options given for beginning or advanced students. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, 941341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Sunday Worship Service – 10:30am. Start your week refreshed. Join the CMF for a morning of inspiration, spiritual healing, inspirational talk, special music and Spirit messages from guides and loved ones. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota, 941-266-8435. CMFSarasota.org.

FUNday at Unity of Sarasota – 10:30-11:30am.

Spiritual Seekers, all are welcome to join us each Sunday for a wonderful, uplifting service. Free.

Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd (between Beneva & Swift), Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Sunday Worship Service – 10:30-11:30am. Start your week refreshed. Join CMF for a morning of inspiration, spiritual healing, inspirational talk, special music and spirit messages from guides and loved ones. Love Offering. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 2044 Bispham Rd, Sarasota. 941266-8435, CMFSarasota.org.

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Aerial Yoga – 11:30am-12:45pm. With Mandy.

All levels. Begins with basic mat work & progresses to using a soft fabric yoga inversion swing. $15; $12/senior/student. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

monday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

No Nonsense Nutrition – 9-10am. With Eve Prang Plews, LNC, IFMCP. WSLR 96FM, wslr.org.

Workout with Lucho – Mon & Weds 9:1510am. F.I.T. Functional Interval Training. Improve strength, flexibility and heart health using your own body combined with resistance and cardio exercises. All levels. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 9:3010:45am. A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Tai Chi – 10am. Jack Barker, Certified TCA & FLEX instructor under Dr Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute. $30/6 weeks; Free/Silver Sneakers Members. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Alternative Health – 10-11am. Alt Mondays.

With Eve Prang Plews, LNC, IFMCP. WMNF 88SFM. Call-in line 813-239-9663, wmnf.org.

Ashtanga Yoga with Liana Bryant – 11:15am12:45pm. Ashtanga Yoga is a physically demanding practice synchronizing breath with movement through a set series of progressive postures to build strength, flexibility, and stamina. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com, LianaYoga.com.

Transitions Support Group – 5-6:30pm. A support group that helps cope with the reality of traumatic changes. Discover resources & chart strategies to achieve priority goals. Six sessions are recommended. Free. Transition Church, 2215 Sunset Dr, Ste E1, Bradenton. 941-739-7103. RevDCT@ Verizon.net.

Zumba with Carla – 5:30-6:30pm. Forget the workout, Join the party! Dance yourself into shape listening to the exotic & exhilarating rhythms of Latin and international beats. Just lose yourself in the music at the original dance-fitness party. All levels welcome. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

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Mixed Levels Yoga with Randall – 5:30-7pm.

This alignment-based yoga class is geared toward students who have been practicing yoga for at least 6 months. Inversion options will be taught in this class to prepare you for headstands, handstands, and shoulderstands. Dropins welcome. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781.

GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

Ongoing Class Feldenkrais – 5:45-6:45pm.

Awareness Through Movement® classes improve posture, balance, body awareness. Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. $15/class; $50/4 classes, Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-587-4535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Hatha Yoga – 6-7pm. Enjoy the many benefits of Hatha Yoga with veteran instructor Hailey Shaughnessy in a new center with convenient access to I-75. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $10/class or $42/6 classes, 941-378-9959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

Evening Yoga Flow – 6-7:15pm. Join Lata in this evening slow flow vinyasa practice. Bring your focus to releasing stress and tension in the body and mind while opening the heart and freeing the spirit, slowing down from your busy day as we link breath and movement with grounding asana sequencing and longer held forward bends to relax and re-new. Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941-473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Booty Beat! – 6:40pm & Friday 9:15am. Experience the fabulous feeling that dancing gives you, while reaping the benefits of strength and cardio.

This fabulous and super fun dance fitness class allows you to let loose and condition the entire body inside out! $10, Packages available, Fly Dance Fitness, 999 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, 941-400-0020, FlyDanceFitness.com.

Joyful Mindful Meditation – 7-8pm. Please join us for a Mindful Meditation experience presented

by Bhante San (Bhante Sanyatha Thawalanthanne). $10. Unity of Sarasota Enlightenment Center, 3023 Proctor Rd (between Beneva & Swift), Sarasota. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Forgiveness Support Group – 7-8:30pm. Forgiveness in Aramaic is to cancel, untie or let loose.

It’s a tool for changing a reality in the mind. This is one of the core messages of Why is this Happening to Me Again? $10. Unity Church of Sarasota. 941776-7465, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Sai Maa Satsang & Blessing – 1st Mon 7-8:30pm.

A spiritual gathering, meditation & blessing to strengthen connection to self, truth & healing. Uses Sai Maa teachings & transformational healing.

Free. Central Sarasota location. 941-487-7077, Sai-Maa.com.

Anchoring the Light Meditation – 7:458:45pm. Rev Sharon-Elizabeth James channels anchoring the light meditation. Serving the Ascension of our planet with the Ascended Realms as Anchors of Light. Every Monday since 2007. Love Offering. The Cosmic Center, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL. com.

Chakra Clearing & Alignment – Spiritual guidance from Rev Duffy Rutledge using the Crystal Bed from John of God. $25. Call for appointments.

941-926-7828.

Yoga Classes – Mon, Tues, Wed. A variety of styles. Ionie Body Mind Retreat/Raw Food Café, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. Info 941-955-4599, Ionie.com.

Sarasota’s Body-Mind Aquatics Swim School’s Lessons – Beginning April 13, holistic swim lessons for ages 6 months to adults, in healthier waters (low-chemical, hydrogen peroxide, UV light pool).

Whole-child, no-tears approach to Survival Safety Swim. Excellent for all learning styles, abilities and those with fear and trauma. Benefit from individualized, small classes of only 3-4 swimmers.

Concierge program begins in the summer with premier private and group lessons in YOUR pool with our certified instructors. Classes offered 1-5 days per week, Mon-Sat, depending on level and pacing. Spring session: April 13-May 30. Summer session starts: June 1. Body-Mind Aquatics Swim School. Register 941-981-1200, Info@BodyMindSwimming.com, BodyMindAquatics.com.

tuesday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

WSLR Peace & Justice Show – 9-10am. Tune in to 96.5 on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays of the month for The Peace and Justice Report. Submit any event announcements for the show to Info@ wslr.org.

TRX Training Basics – Tues & Thurs 9:15-10am.

Learn how to safely use this Suspension Training System used today by all branches in the US Military and in fitness & rehabilitation programs all over the world. Basic yet challenging full body workout. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Dance N Tone – 9:30-10:30am. A work out for your mind and body! One hour of low impact exercise and fun in an air-conditioned gym. Optional 1/2 hour of floor work afterwards. $5. Faith Church (corner of Beneva and 12th St), Sarasota. Info, Gail 941-586-3464.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 10-11:15am. A creative blend of styles that builds strength and increases flexibility. $14; $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Hot Vinyasa Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Combines upbeat music, interesting transitions, & fulfilling vinyasas to begin the week. Betsy is experienced & continues to grow & evolve this beautiful practice. $15, Class cards available. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts. com.

Chair Yoga – Tues & Thurs Noon-1pm. With Carol. Perfect for those that struggle with flexibility or balance demands of a traditional yoga class. Benefits of asana, pranayama, & short meditation. $15, $12/Senior. Reflex Arts, 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

Belly Dance Fundamentals – 5:30-6:30pm.

Belly Dancing is natural to a woman’s bone and muscle structure with movements emanating from the torso. Join us as we focus on the basic isolations essential for the beginner as well as the professional dancer. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Advanced Practice – 5:30-7:15pm. Tuesday nights are a teacher-led practice where strong yogis can come to learn advanced sequences and poses.

Knowledge of alignment is expected. Led by Jaye Martin or Cheryl Chaffee alternate weeks. Advanced students from other styles are welcome. $15; $88/8.

Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781.

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The Essentials Yoga Class – 5:45-7pm. An active class appropriate for most levels, focusing on essential yoga postures to improve one’s skeletal alignment, balance, flexibility & strength. Learn to release stress & enhance breathing. $14; $80/8.

Yoga Arts, Bradenton. 941-747-9397.

Meditation, Visualization and Stress Reduction – 6-7pm. Use relaxation, visualization and brainwave training to achieve a meditative state of higher consciousness. Learn about gamma brainwave patterns and how to deeply relax your body, mind and spirit. Easy tools and techniques to awaken your inner spirit. With Joanne Healey. $10.

The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota.

941-544-5874, Light@VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Iyengar Yoga with Deborah Di Carlo – 6:308pm. Iyengar Yoga is characterized by an emphasis on precision of alignment in the yoga postures, the use of props to help students of all ability levels achieve correct alignment, and an understanding of the therapeutic potential of yoga. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Creating Healthy Energy Habits – 7-8pm. Do you often find yourself drained? Do you find the same pattern repeating in your life? Are you sensitive to energy of others? Keep experiencing repeating life patterns? This weekly class is designed to help you change your energy habits so that you are aware of what you and others are doing, assisting you in making healthy choices for yourself.

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SERVICES REVOLUTIONARY LASER HELPS RELIEVE PAIN, INCREASES CIRCULATION, RELIEVES STIFFNESS, AND REJUVENATES SKIN. In home demonstrations. Call 877-890-7709.

With Joanne Healey. $10. The Spirit University, 373 Braden Ave, Sarasota. 941-544-5874, Light@ VictoriaAckerman.com, TheSpiritUniversity.com.

Intro to Buddhist Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Intro to meditation (6 varieties) from an authentic Tibetan Buddhist perspective, along with chats about Buddhist philosophy. $45/6 classes. Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Rd. 941-552-8466. Saratara@gmail.com.

Zen Meditation – Tues & Thurs 7-8:30pm. Led by spiritual director, Rev Daito Zenei Thompson.

Consists of two 20-min meditations, separated by a 5-min walking meditation. Ends with tea & conversation. Free. Sarasota Zen Center, 3947 Clark Rd, Ste A, Sarasota. 941-451-6988. SarasotaZen. org.

wednesday Early Morning Yoga with Jaye – 6-7:30am.

Alignment-based yoga class geared toward students who have been practicing yoga for at least 6 months. Greet the day with yoga. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941341-9781. GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Beginner Yoga – 9-10am. Learn the many benefits of a regular yoga practice with Tina Meyer, LMT who also teaches Aerial Yoga. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $10/ class. 941-378-9959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

Chair Yoga in Salt Room – 9:30-10:30am. Experience the health benefits of gentle yoga combined with the health benefits of working with the breath during dry salt therapy. $20; Pkgs available; Sr discount; 1st time Free. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-921-7900, FusionTherapy.net.

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Restorative/Therapeutic Yoga – 10-11:15am.

This class combines therapeutic movement & restorative postures. Suited for people unable to practice yoga in its more active form. Movements are gentle & well-supported. $14; $80/8. Yoga Arts, Bradenton. 941-747-9397.

Five Points Park Farmers Market – 10am-2pm.

Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. First St & N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations. com.

Qi Gong – 10:30-11:30am. Enjoy the many benefits of Qi Gong with master level instructor Dr Aihan Kuhn, author of three books on natural healing and an expert on Tai Chi. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $20/ class, $75/5 classes, $150/10 classes. 941-3789959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

Tai Chi Dance/Baby Dragon – 10:30am-1:30pm.

Starting July 8, for 8 Wednesdays, this is an internal dance of breath and balance focusing on brain waves and connections found in the ultimate movements of the Baby Dragon Dance, with Master Teacher, Cody, Flying Eagle, Templeton. $10.

The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Info & Register, 941-780-3168, EagleWings64@hotmail.com, MindBodyFitnessForYou.com.

Feldenkrais with Bonnie K – 10:45-11:45am.

Awareness Through Movement® classes improve posture, balance, and body awareness. Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. $15/class; $50/4 classes, Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-587-4535, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Core Tone-Up – 11:15am-12:30pm. A therapeutic flow of yoga and Pilates taught by a certified teacher in both. Beg-Int levels. Develop strong posture, healthy spine & joints, pelvic stability, balance, respiration, and all of yoga’s other benefits. $15; $10/10. Alive with Yoga, 7512 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, 941-302-1004, AlivewithYoga.com.

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga – 3pm. A gentle yoga class on stand up paddleboards in a beautiful lagoon. Great for beginners. $35/includes board rental. 190 Taft Dr, Lido Key, Sarasota. Info & sign-up, 941-952-8245, Info@SurfItusa.com, SurfItusa.com.

TRX Chisel with Carla – 3-4pm. Intense fitness class working all of your muscles using TRX Suspension Training with a combination of the best basic exercises including squats, presses, lifts, curls, pushes, pulls, and more! $15, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-2442006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Free Yoga for Veterans/Military – 3:30-4:30pm.

Veterans, military personnel and their family members can attend a free weekly yoga class designed for vets with PTSD, TBI and other combat injuries. Free, Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, 941-341-9781, GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

ceive support from others and hold space for mind, body, heart and soul healing. Elixir Tea Shop, 1926 Hillview St, Sarasota, Text RSVP 516-287-0242.

Sunlight Yoga – 5:45-7pm. With Debbie Downing. Gentle flowing hatha yoga. Range of motion, balance, breath awareness, asanas, relaxation.

Mixed level. The Power of One, 238 W Tampa Ave, Venice Centre Mall/KMI Bldg, Ste 250, 941468-0403, SunlightYoga@Verizon.net.

Anger Management Class – 6-7pm. Walk-ins welcome. $15. 2803 Fruitville Rd, Ste 149, Sarasota. 941-954-1105, BehaviorManagementServices.net.

Intro to Hoop Dance Class – 6-7pm. Learn the basics of the art of Hoop Dance in this 4-week series that begins each month. Have fun, dance, meet new friends and burn calories. $40/month series.

Prana Yoga Studio, 3840 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

Bonnie Brown 941-404-8114. OutwardSpiral.net.

Kundalini Yoga with Erinn Earth – 6-7pm. Outdoor class for fresh air intake. Lots of breathing while stretching. Techniques for kundalini manipulation for subtle body transformation. Meditation indoors at end of class. Lesson from Sutras or Gita. $10; $40/5, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, 941-284-9563, InSelfYoga.net.

Mat Pilates – 6-7pm. Enjoy the many benefits of Mat Pilates with veteran instructor Hailey Shaughnessy in a new center with convenient access to I-75. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $10/class or $42/6 classes, 941-378-9959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

All Levels Flow Yoga – 6-7:15pm. With Ginny. Healing yoga class, afterwards, take a walk through gardens, visit the chickens & relax. $15; $12/Senior/Student. Heartwood Retreat Center.

941-359-9642. ReflexArts.com.

Pregnancy Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Experience the benefits of pregnancy yoga for improved posture, strength, flexibility, endurance, breathing & relaxation. Appropriate for all levels. $15; $50/5. Prana Yoga, 3840 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota. 941-312-1898.

LeBarre – 6:40pm & Tues 9:15am. Taking the hottest trend in dance-inspired conditioning, people LeLove LeBarre! Combines balance, agility, resistance, recovery and eloquence into a challenging full body workout. Unlike any barre class you’ve seen! All levels welcome. $10; Packages available, Fly Dance Fitness, 999 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, 941-400-0020, FlyDanceFitness.com.

Chair Yoga in Salt Room – 7-8pm. Experience the health benefits of gentle yoga, combined with the health benefits of working with the breath during dry salt therapy. $20; Packages available; Senior discount. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-921-7900. FusionTherapy.net.

Meditation Study Group – 7-8:30pm. Introduction of the various philosophies of meditation followed by a study of different kinds of practices throughout history. We will discover what

Tea with the Goddesses – 4:30-6:30pm. The Goddess Love Circle of Sarasota meet-up with other amazing Goddesses. Relax, chat, share wisdom, re-

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meditative practices are most appropriate today and for those interested in spiritual development.

Free. Starflower Spathecary, 415 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941-554-4292. Starflower.com.

Numerology Classes – 7-8:30pm. Learn to manage your life with numerology, with Kathy Skeen. $30. Rejuvenations Center, 2610 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-554-8657. RejuvenationsofSarasota@gmail.com.

Sarasota Contact Improv Jam – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Contact improv dance class. Love offering. Ionie Body Mind Retreat/Raw Food Café, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-320-8144. Ionie. com.

Rune Magik Workshop – 7-9pm. Starting July 8, for 8 Wednesdays, a comprehensive study of the Runes, the language of this archetypal imagery, their basic meanings, cosmology, magikal workings, history and practical use with AWEN Warren Behrens. Love offering. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Midweek Spiritual Meditation – 7:20-8:30pm.

Midweek relaxing respite which includes meditation, affirmative prayer, music, candle lighting, and silence. Free. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd (between Beneva & Swift), Sarasota. 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.com.

Restorative Yoga & Meditation – 7:30-8:45pm.

All levels welcome. Focuses on postures that relax the body & allow the mind to rest. Guided meditation & Reiki healing make this a great place to find rejuvenation. $15; Class cards available. 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642.

ReflexArts.com.

Dream Discussion Group – 7:30-9pm. Explore the world of your dreams in a safe and relaxing group setting with Rebecca Merz, PhD, who has more than 19 years’ experience with dream analysis. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $50/5 sessions. 941-378-9959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

thursday Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood. 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Hatha Yoga – 9-10am. For a Life in Balance. A gentle, transforming practice with Pauline Dimitri. $10. The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Bldg G-2, Sarasota. 941-3719333, CCOSL.com.

Englewood Farmers Market – 9am-2pm. Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. Historic Dearborn St, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations.com.

Mom + Baby Yoga with Liana – 10-10:45am. In this playful practice, moms rebuild core strength and relieve neck and shoulder tension while bonding with their little ones, and create lasting relationships with other moms. $14; $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-9525280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Ashtanga Yoga with Liana Bryant – 11:15am12:30pm. Ashtanga Yoga is a physically demanding practice synchronizing breath with movement through a set series of progressive postures to build strength, flexibility and stamina. $14; $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Tamagoy Fitness – 5:30-6:30pm. Enjoy the benefits of Tamagoy Fitness with fitness instructor Michael Massanelli who has expertise in Muscle Activation Techniques and Resistance Training.

Tamagoy combines stretching, yoga, Pilates, and physical therapy. MindSpa Integrative Wellness Center, Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. $10/class or $8/ class for regular attendance. 941-378-9959, MindSpaSarasota.com.

Vinyasa Yoga with Ildi Bercak – 6:30-7:45pm. A vigorous style of yoga, which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14, $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Pet Grief Support Group – 3rd Thursday. 7pm.

For understanding, support & sharing pictures & stories of your special friend. Love offering. Unity of Sarasota. 941-955-3301.

Prenatal Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Exclusively for momsto-be. Learn to safely modify yoga poses for every stage of pregnancy. Relax, de-stress, & embrace the joy of being pregnant, in a supportive environment. $16; $78/6. Garden of the Heart Yoga, 2888 Ringling Blvd, 941-341-9781. GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com.

friday Sarasota Farmers Market – 7am-1pm. Come early for good parking & pick of the best produce & products from the market’s 70+ vendors. Downtown Sarasota, intersection of Lemon & Main St, 941-225-9256. SarasotaFarmersMarket.org.

Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Kundalini Yoga with Dev Atma – 8:30-9:45am.

Classes includes gentle warm ups, a yoga set of postures, movements, breathing techniques, and relaxation, followed by meditation utilizing mantra, breath, and often times the healing vibration of the Gong. $14; $50/5. Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. 941-952-5280. RosemaryCourt.com.

Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:15am. With Ildi. A vigorous style of yoga, which links breath and movement through a heat-building sequence. $14; $50/5.

Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota.

Liana Bryant 941-952-5280. RosemaryCourt@yahoo.com, RosemaryCourtYoga.com.

Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market – 9am2pm. Each Sat, the market features a special activity including guest chefs, raffles, arts & crafts vendors & children’s activities. Old Main St, Downtown parking/free on weekends. Dogs on leashes are welcome. 941-744-7484.

Nokomis Powerwalk – 9:15-10:15am. Group gathers at Beach Life Wellness and walks, jogs, lunges, and performs a variety of exercises as we make our way to Nokomis Beach and back. Super fun way to exercise with a group and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. All levels welcome. $12/ Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Essentials for Healthy Backs – 9:15-10:30am.

Therapeutic Yoga emphasizing alignment, core, breath, and specific poses to relieve common back conditions. $15; $10/10. Alive with Yoga, 7512 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. Paula Morris, 941-9235621, MrrisHaven@aol.com, AliveWithYoga. com.

Chair Yoga in Salt Room – 9:30-10:30am. Experience the health benefits of gentle yoga combined with the health benefits of working with the breath during dry salt therapy. $20; Pkgs available; Sr discount; 1st time Free. Fusion Therapy, 7069 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-921-7900, FusionTherapy.net.

Flow Yoga – 10-11:15am. Sun Salutations to warm the body & move into a series of standing poses.

Practice balance, core stability & breathe awareness. $15, $88/8. Prana Yoga. 941-735-0344.

Hatha Yoga with Stephanie Cole – 10-11:15am.

A creative blend of yoga styles based on the teacher’s background. The class helps to build strength and increase flexibility. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-9525280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Book Study & Discussion – 10am-Noon. An ongoing book study group encouraging discussion & group interaction. $10. Unity of Sarasota. 941-9553301. UnityOfSarasota.com.

Mindfulness and More – 1-2:30pm. Alive With Yoga, 7513 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. Charlie Bradt 941-922-5205.

Music on Main – 6-9pm. 1st Friday. Presented by Lakewood Ranch, proceeds from beer, wine and food sales benefit Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy. Check out the fountain area for a balloon twister, face painting, and Aggie Originals’ caricature art. Bring your chairs, but leave coolers at home. Dogs welcome, but must be kept on a short leash. Overflow parking is available at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. University Pkwy E of I-75.

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Reiki Share – 2nd Friday. 7-9pm. Interested in practicing, receiving or just want to learn more about Reiki? Come and participate in group healing, with guided meditation beginning the evening, followed by Reiki transference. Massage tables are set up and everyone takes turns giving and receiving Reiki, sharing their month’s experiences and

discussing the art of healing to enhance their gifts.

Donation/Goes to a different charity each month.

ReFlex Arts, Heartwood Retreat Center, 6260 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-359-9642, Contact@ReFlexArts.com, ReFlexArts.com.

saturday Sarasota Farmers Market – 7am-1pm. Omega Cure bottles, vials, cookies and chocolates available. Stop by, say hi, try a sample. Main St & Lemon Ave, Sarasota, Omega3Innovations.com.

Central Sarasota Year-Round Farmers Market – 8am-1pm, rain or shine. Every agriculture vendor at the market (fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, etc.) is a growers or farmer, not just a reseller. Sarasota County Technical Institute, 4748 S Beneva Rd, South parking lot, E of the pond, Sarasota, CentralSarasotaFamersMarket.com.

Beach Yoga for Everybody – 8:30-9:30am. Relax, breathe, stretch & greet the beautiful morning on beautiful Englewood Beach (N end). Loving Light Yoga, 3455 S Access Rd, Englewood, 941473-0135, Lata528@gmail.com, LovingLightYoga.com.

Yoga with Lana – 10-11am. Join Lana in her serene Banyan Tree Open Studio. Authentic Yoga incorporating the essentials of a vital practice: meditation, strength, flexibility, balance, and healing.

Beginner-Intermediate Hatha Yoga. $12/Prepaid, Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

Wild Ginger Apothecary – 10am-6pm. Now open in Gulf Gate, featuring non-toxic and eco-friendly health + beauty items for the entire family. 6557 Superior Ave, Sarasota. 941-312-5630. WildGingerApothecary@gmail.com, WildGingerApothecary.com.

Kundalini Yoga with Erinn Earth – 10:3011:45am. Outdoor class for fresh air intake. Lots of breathing while stretching. Techniques for kundalini manipulation for subtle body transformation.

Meditation indoors at end of class. Lesson from Sutras or Gita. $10; $40/5, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, 941-284-9563, InSelfYoga. net.

Iyengar Yoga with Deborah Di Carlo – 11am12:30pm. Iyengar Yoga is characterized by an emphasis on precision of alignment in the yoga postures, the use of props to help students of all ability levels achieve correct alignment, and an understanding of the therapeutic potential of yoga. $14, $50/5, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota, 941-952-5280, RosemaryCourt.com.

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga – 2pm. A gentle yoga class on stand up paddleboards in a beautiful lagoon. Great for beginners. $35/includes board rental. 190 Taft Dr, Lido Key, Sarasota. Info & sign-up, 941-952-8245, Info@SurfItusa.com, SurfItusa.com.

Nokomis Reiki Share – 2nd Sat. 3-5pm. An opportunity for Reiki practitioners to connect with one another and those who are interested to know more. Everyone will have time to receive as well as practice sharing healing energy in this safe, caring, environment. No experience needed. Love offering. Beach Life Wellness, 301 Albee Rd W, Nokomis, 941-244-2006, BeachLifeWellness.com.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email publisher@nasrq.com to request our media kit.

ADULT EDUCATION

ACUPUNCTURE/ CHINESE MEDICINE

THE OPEN CENTER

CARYN L. YOUNG, DOM, AP, OTR

Bob Waxman, Ph.D. Author & Educator 3023 Proctor Rd. at Unity of Sarasota 941-724-5151 • OpenCenter@comcast.net OpenCenterFL.com (see 2014 Events)

Board Certified Acupuncture Physician The Integrated Path, P.A. 3148 Southgate Ci, Sarasota 941-924-8833

The Integrated Path to Health and Wellness for the whole family utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Bio-Meridian Computerized Scanning, Bio-Cleanse Detoxification, Energetic Medicine, Clinical Nutrition.

COURTNEY F. CONNELL, AP

Longevity Wellness Clinic & Crane Health 2106 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 941-923-9355 (WELL) LongevityWellnessClinic.com CraneHealth.net

We offer a holistic approach to healthcare that combines Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and nutrition with Western science and diagnostics. We specialize in Pain and Stress Relief, Heart Health and Healthy Aging, Endocrine and Nerological Disorders.

DR. PAULA KOGER BSN.MA AP OMD Home office in Sarasota, Florida call 941 539 4232 www.wealthofhealthcenter.com

Combining integrative technology and techniques to bring you Dynamic results see www.wealthofhealthcenter.com Acupuncture, NES, Zyto, Homeopathy, Scalar

Come and enjoy uplifting classes, events and films that explore spirituality, wellness & personal growth. Expand your mind and nourish your spirit! Many events by donation. Newcomers welcome! Also, seeking teachers with experience & credentials.

ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER SARASOTA ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

Anne Luther, DVM 3646 Birky St., Sarasota 34232 941-954-4771 SRQVet.com

Dr. Anne Luther has over 25 years experience in conventional medicine and alternative therapies such as acupuncture and homeopathy.

“We treat your pet like our own!”

APPLIED KINESIOLOGY DR. CYNTHIA CLARK, AP, ACN

Longevity Wellness Clinic & Crane Health 2106 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 941-923-9355 (WELL) LongevityWellnessClinic.com CraneHealth.net

Nutritional Healing with muscle testing combines dietary therapy with Western nutrition science; the aim is to recommend the precise nutrients your body needs to treat your specific health issues, increase healing and enhance performance.

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT FACES BY DR ANNA

Anna L. Baker, D.O.M. Nationally Board Certified Acupuncture Physician 941-924-2723 FacesByDrAnna.com

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FAMILY PHARMACY

3644 Webber Street Sarasota • 941-921-6645 888-245-0070 FamilyPharmacy.org

Personalized service for 30 years— specializing in custom compounding. We offer herbal and nutritional supplements, seminars on bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, cholesterol screenings and more.

BOOKSTORE/GIFT SHOPS BRIGHT LIFE

2135 Siesta Drive, Sarasota 941-366-8113 www.BrightLife-USA.com

Bright Life, an award winning boutique specializing in innovative products that accelerate personal growth and transformation. Offering includes energy based healing products which utilize color, sound, fragrance, and the signatures of flowers, crystals & gemstones, monthly workshops, Aura-Soma & Classical Feng Shui consultations & training. Tue & Wed 12:30pm-5:30pm, Thur & Fri (by appointment), Sat 10am-4pm, closed Sun & Mon

ELYSIAN FIELDS

1273 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-361-3006 ElysianFieldsOnline.com

Books and gifts for conscious living. Award-winning store! Jewelry, incense, clothing, candles, greeting cards and more. Private readings daily. Classes and events. M-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY COLON THERAPY CLINIC

Alain Menard • Allaesia Menard 7733 Holiday Ave. • Sarasota, Fl 34231 941-922-7744 ColonTherapyClinic.com

Cleansing for digestive disorders.

Licensed 40 years. Developed gentle technique. Foot bath and ear candling.

AROMATHERAPY

Unique muscle-tightening acupuncture facelift and necklift done with 12 hair-thin needles, none of which are on the face. Results documented photographically. Only one maintenance treatment needed every 18 months.

Free consultation includes facial analysis. Monthly seminars, call for schedule.

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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Alina Piccone & Robert Ridpath, ICA 813-644-9104 AlinaPiccone@me.com YLEOSarasota.com WeOwnOurLife.com

Young Living is the world leader in therapeutic essential oils. Contact us for details about hosting your own workshop or to attend an upcoming class!

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COUNSELING SARASOTA PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES Eva Macaluso, MA, LMHC, BCC 941-363-1039 info@anxietytx.com

Holistic treatment approaches integrating Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Energy Psychology and Mindfulness. Working with the mind and body to alleviate symptoms and learn new ways of approaching life with a greater sense of calmness and less anxiety.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY ADVANCED CRANIOSACRAL WHOLE BODY THERAPY Terry Grywinksi, LMT MA6049 San Marco 205D, 1188 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota • 941-755-3437 AdvancedCranioSacralHealing.com

Gifted healer Terry Grywinski with 19 years experience and advanced craniosacral training provides rapid relief from injury, pain, and muscle restrictions. Great success with auto/ sports injury, sciatic, neck and back pain, TMJ, migraines.

CRYSTALS THE CRYSTAL CAVE

1899B Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 941-346-6203 CrystalCave.me

Sellers of stones, crystals, mineral specimens, fossils, jewelry, books, gifts, etc. Susan has over 25 years experience working with crystals and stones.

CRYSTAL BOWLS/GIFTS THE OM SHOPPE & SPA

4801 S. Tamiami Tr. Sarasota 941-706-3257 www.theOMshoppe.com

Sarasota’s largest selection of crystal singing bowls, Himalayan salt products, organic essential oils & aromatherapy, ascension crystals, meditation accessories and mindful living gifts.

SPATHECARY STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY 415 S, Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292 Starflower.com

Starflower Organic Skincare is one of the leading holistic skin care manufacturers in the U.S.A, offering a complete line of certified organically grown, food grade ingredients and essential oils. Spathecary services include Organic Facials, Structural Alignment Massage, Reflexology and Nutritional and Holistic Detoxification counseling.

DENTISTRY RAY BEHM DDS

127 N Garden Ave. Clearwater, FL SaveYourTeeth.com 727-446-6747

Save your teeth with safe natural holistic dentistry. We offer general dental services such as cleanings, checkups and emergencies. Safe appropriate amalgam removal. Metal-free crowns, bridges and dentures.Non-surgical gum treatment. Holistic extractions.

FELDENKRAIS METHOD® FELDENKRAIS® METHOD

Classes, Individual Lessons and Workshops.

Bonnie Kissam, M.A. At Ionie’s, 1241 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 941-360-2248 Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com

Movement with attention is the Feldenkrais Method®’s approach to improve posture and create more harmonious, efficient ways of moving. Through heightened awareness to the flow of movement, clients optimize their musical, athletic or natural everyday movements, and improve abilities after an injury, illness or trauma. Benefits go beyond the physical.

Visit: FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

FENG SHUI BRIGHT LIFE AKA FENG SHUI SARASOTA

Kathy Keh, Classical Feng Shui Consultant 2135 Siesta Drive, Sarasota 941-366-8113 www.BrightLife-USA.com

Kathy Keh is a Classical Feng Shui Consultant who specializes in commercial and residential properties, existing and new construction. She also offers Advanced Feng Shui Consultation Certification Training on behalf of the Wu Ji Academy, Europe’s premier teaching institution for Classical Feng Shui Consultants formally recognized by the Chinese Institute of Classical Feng Shui in Beijing, China.

THE FENG SHUI CURE

Steve Kodad, CFSP, CFSRE 941-720-4480 www.TheFengShuiCure.com

Transform any environment into one that encourages success, good health, and great peace. Visit www.TheFengShuiCure.com for information on evaluations, seminars, and training in SW Florida.

HAIR SALON BLISS SALON

5531 Palmer Crossing Ci, Sarasota 941-923-1287 BlissSalonSRQ.com

Come relax, be pampered and leave feeling beautiful inside and out. Have a green experience from head to toe at Sarasota’s premier natural salon & boutique. We focus on natural beauty products.

HEALTH CARE / MASSAGE ZUNZUN MASSAGE AND HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Phillip &Tamayo Shope LMTs 2975 Bee Ridge Rd, A-#5, Sarasota MA66926 &MA59620 941-400-8291 www.zunzunmassage.abmp.com

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN BEAR CREEK VETERINARY ALTERNATIVES 7509 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota 941-312-6825 BearCreekSarasota.com

Jaime Gonzalez DVM, CVA, is coowner of this specialty practice. He is a holistic care expert and his approach to veterinary care combines 22 years of conventional, emergency medicine and alternative modalities.

EQUINE SUPPLEMENTS WELLPRIDE

727 Commerce Dr, Venice, FL 34242 866-840-4811 Wellpride.com

Wellpride Omega-3 fish oil (EPADHA) for horses. Immune System • Respiratory Protection • Greater Endurance • Joint Flexibility • Better Fertility • Muscle Recovery • Hoof Integrity • Stomach Protection • Coat Sheen

HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS OMEGA3 INNOVATIONS

727 Commerce Dr, Venice, FL 34242 866-840-4811 Omega3Innovations.com

Omega Cure® – Ultra-fresh, pure omega-3 cod liver oil. The result is impressive: our customers tell us they experience lowered triglyceride levels and relieved joint pains.

JIN SHIN JYUTSU® SUNCOAST JIN SHIN JYUTSU

Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner at Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave 941-228-2972 SuncoastJSJ.com

Michelle shares this ancient, hands-on art of balancing life energy in the body with individuals addressing acute, chronic and serious health projects along with those interested in maintaining wellness. MA42460

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NATURAL PET FOOD

MANICURE/PEDICURE

HOLISTIC FOR PETS

BLISS SALON

5531 Palmer Crossing Ci, Sarasota 941-923-1287 BlissSalonSRQ.com

Come relax, be pampered and leave feeling beautiful inside and out. Have a green experience from head to toe at Sarasota’s premier natural salon & boutique. We focus on natural beauty products.

MASSAGE THERAPY

Valerie Clows 713 Honore Ave, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 8728 SR 70, Bradenton, 753-7297 HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts.

Bich Mai Massage BICH MAI MASSAGE NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED

MA 0025928 Will meet or beat all competitor pricing.

1219 East Ave, Suite 202, Sarasota New Client Special 941-724-9992

NUTRITION

LICENSED NUTRITION COUNSELOR

Eve Prang Plews, LIC NC333 Full Spectrum Health, Inc. 3 Massages for $100 (regular price $65-75) each Bispham Road Sarasota, FL 2106 Customized massage to fit your 941-952-1200 • M-Fri 9-5, Sat10-2 needs.

Specializing in sports • Customized Massage to Fit Your Needs FullSpectrumHealth.com massage.

Available evenings & • Specializing in Sports Massage

HOLISTIC HEALTH CLINIC & STORE. Superior Supplements by Xymogen and more. Professional • Medical Insurance Accepted Grade Homeopathics by Newton.

941-724-9992 Essential Oils by Oil Lady and Wind Licensed Massage Therapist MA 0025928 1219 East Ave, Suite 202, Sarasota, FL 34239 River Organic Skin Care by RAINDROP TECHNIQUE Éminence.

CAROL FORREST, LMT weekends. client 3 alleviate pain • Works onNew all levels of special athletics-to and prevent injury massages for $100.

cccforrest1@gmail.com 941-266-5771

The Raindrop technique uses the amazing power of essential oils (which are dispensed in small, rain-like drops) to bring the body back into structural and electrical alignment.

THE OM SHOPPE & SPA

4801 S. Tamiami Tr. Sarasota 941-706-3257 theOMshoppeandspa.com

OM Energy Day Spa. Om Sound Wave Fusion, Hot Himalayan Salt/ Cold Marble, Steamed Thai Herbal Ball, Four Hand, Chakra Clearing, & Integrated Energy Therapy. Complimentary with all treatments- organic products, color light and sound wave therapy and Amethyst Biomat.

NATURAL FOOD

415 S. Pineapple Ave Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292, Starflower.com

Starflower Organic Spathecary offers an extensive line of superfoods and herbal medicinals with disease protocols. We offer a Holistic Wellness consultation for detoxification, which is a comprehensive multi-organ, totalbody cleansing and natural detoxification program. It includes reducing toxin intake, enhancing toxin elimination, and using specific detoxification herbs and other supportive dietary supplements to strengthen and promote optimum function of the organs. Mon- Fri, 10-5pm Sat 11-4

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS SPECIAL NUTRITION DISCOUNT PRICES

1882 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota 941-929-0884 SpecialNutrition.net

Offering the largest selection of all major supplement brands and natural products in the Sarasota area at discount prices. Special orders are our pleasure.

CAFE EVERGREEN 801 S Tamiami Trail Nokomis, FL 941-412-4334 CafeEvergreen.net

STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY

Cafe Evergreen is a natural, organic restaurant.

Our menu consists of many organic recipes designed to not only taste delicious, but also enhance your health. Open 7 days a week 11am-9pm.

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ORGANIC BABY CLOTHES UPSCALE BABIES

6170 N. Lockwood Rd. • Sarasota 941-552-8500 upscalebabies.com

Our store carries made in the US 100% organic baby clothes made of bamboosa (grown right here in the US).

We offer Kee - Ka(an organic cotton), organic Boba wraps(bamboo), local artisan’s such as Fiona’s Fairies, Coast 2 Coast Threads, and Erna. Educational books and games coming soon.

Pre-made gift baskets available as well.

PEST CONTROL GOOD NEWS PEST SOLUTIONS Dean Burnside, President Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice 941-371-1311 GoodNewsPestSolutions.com

Go Green Plus 3 • Pest Control, Termite Control • Rodent Proofing and Trapping • Bat and Bird Exclusion • Mosquito and Mole Suppression • Bed Bug Control • Residential and Commercial.

PET SUPPLIES HOLISTIC FOR PETS

Valerie Clows 713 Honore Ave, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 8728 SR 70, Bradenton, 753-7297 HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts.

PILATES THE PILATES BODY & GYROTONIC STUDIO

1071 S Tuttle Ave. Ste 2, Sarasota, FL 941-955-5533 PilatesSRQ.com

A fully equipped movement center utilizing Pilates, GYROTONIC® & GYROKINESIS® Methods in small group classes, duets or one on one training.

PSYCHIC MEDIUM REVEREND LOIS CHENEY

928-300-2030 Sarasota-Psychic-Medium.com RevLois@gmail.com

Contacts Guides, Angels, Loved Ones, Past Lives. Cord Removal, Healing with Sound & Color. Chakra Balancing. Home or Office Clearing. Clinical Hypnosis for Habit Change. Psychic Parties!

RECONNECTION® THE RECONNECTION® AND RECONNECTIVE HEALING® Laura Mahoney, Practitioner and Yoga Teacher 561-306-9712 SarasotaHealer.com AngelWingsYoga.com

Laura shares Dr. Eric Pearl’s energy healing for the body, mind and spirit.

She also offers private and group yoga.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

Rev. Karen Wolfson 3145 South Gate Circle (Tuttle@Siesta Dr.) 941-927-6212 CSLSarasota.com

Dr. Anne Luther has over 25 years experience in conventional medicine and alternative therapies such as acupuncture and homeopathy. “We treat your pet like our own!”

Sarasota

5041 Ringwood Meadow, G2, Sarasota 941-371-9333 CosmicCenterOfSpiritualLight.com

Embracing the New Paradigms of our Awakening Consciousness. A place of Knowledge,Wisdom, Healing and Comfort. Please visit our website at CCOSL.com for more information.

SHAMANIC PRACTICES SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES Rev. Zan Benham, BSL, BS, CHT 941-922-7839

SWIMMING SCHOOLS BODY-MIND AQUATICS SWIM SCHOOL Sarasota, Fl 941-981-1200 info@bodymindswimming.com www.BodyMindAquatics.com

Enjoy Sarasota’s holistic swim school’s healthier hydrogen peroxide pool. NO-TEARS Survival Safety Swim, childpaced, fun, individualized small classes of 3-4. Overcome fears. 6 months-adults.

FREE EVALUATIONS.

SKIN CARE SPA DE VRIES

3534 S. Osprey Ave, Sarasota 941-706-1157 DevriesCollection@comcast.net

Customized advanced skin care for all skin types. Specializing in custom facials, DermaSweep - exfoliation, Dermaplane and light therapy.

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STARFLOWER ORGANIC SPATHECARY 415 S. Pineapple Ave Sarasota, FL 34236 941-554-4292 Starflower.com

Fresh, food-grade, organic skin care made in small batches, including medicinal - grade essential oils. We specialize in anti-aging for mature skin, rosacea, and acne. Visit our boutique and Spathecary Mon - Fri 105pm and Sat 11-4pm

3646 Birky Street, Sarasota 941-954-4771 SRQVet.com

YOGA COSMIC CENTER OF SPIRITUAL LIGHT

Spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner, Reiki healing, breath, and energy work, hypnosis, soul retrieval, past life regression all to empower and help you move into the Divine flow of the joy and power within you.

VETERINARIAN

ROSEMARY COURT YOGA 810 Central Ave, Sarasota 941-952-5280 RosemaryCourt.com

Rosemary Court Yoga in downtown Sarasota offers all styles & levels of yoga classes including Beginner, Hatha, Pre & Postnatal, Iyengar, Restorative, Vinyasa, Power, Senior, Kundalini, Kripalu, and more. Come visit our welcoming and tranquil space.

GARDEN OF THE HEART YOGA ECKANKAR

Explore Eckankar at eckankar.org, call 941.358.325 or on Facebook: EckankarInSarasota

people to have real spiritual experiencesóeven the ultimate experience of Godóin this very lifetime.

You can Explore Eckankar at eckankar.org, call 941.358.0325 or on Facebook: EckankarInSarasota.

RISING TIDE INTERNATIONAL

5102 Swift Rd, Sarasota RisingTideInternational.org Universal Worship: Sunday 10:30am

2888 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. Near Tuttle 941-341-9781 GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com

Alignment-based hatha yoga for all ages and abilities. Classes are taught progressively, building from one week to the next each month, so you can access more poses with ease, according you your level. Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Vinyasa, Mixed Levels, Kirtan, Restorative Yoga, Chair Yoga, Workshops, and Teacher Training. Open 7 days a week.

Drop-ins welcome.

REFLEX ARTS DANCE & YOGA STUDIO 6260 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd 941-359-YOGA (9642) ReFLEXarts.com

ReFLEX offers it all: from chair yoga to aerial yoga, from ballet to Zumba, from meditation & journaling classes to massage services! Honor your mind, body & spirit today. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Interfaith and interspiritual classes, seminars, retreats and worship/service. Core offerings are rooted in the teachings of Universal Sufism. Founder: Shahabuddin David Less,Senior TeacherSufi Order International.

YOGA SRQ UNITY OF SARASOTA

Rev. Elizabeth Thompson 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota 941-955-3301 UnityOfSarasota.com

Unity is an extremely positive approach to life, seeking to accept the good in people and all of life. God is seen as having many attributes, but most important that God is LOVE.

Robyn Marin, RYT 5900 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 941-955-4777 YogaSRQ.com

Sarasota’s Vinyasa Flow Power Yoga Studio. Gentle, Restorative & Laughter yogaSRQ Yoga too! We’ve moved!

Beautiful new studio at 5900 S. Tamiami Tr. 1.5 Miles from Siesta Key/Next to Simon’s Coffee House. Yoga SRQ, a studio offering a full schedule of classes. We have what you wantearly mornings-evenings.Vinyasa Flow Yoga for all levels, Gentle Yoga, Yoga Rx, Donation based Family Yoga, Workshops and Retreats.

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