newsbriefs Switch to a Natural Air Freshener
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aturallyNeat Cleaning Services, LLC, is launching a new line of natural air fresheners, Neat Signatures, on September 15. NaturallyNeat Multipurpose Natural Air Fresheners feature a unique blend of essential oils that are known to cleanse, refresh, uplift and enhance the air space—use them anywhere—in the home, office or car, or when traveling by bus, train or plane. Most retail brands contain 90 percent synthetic chemicals, but NaturallyNeat is chemical-free. Owner Rafyah Lumb states, “This is important for everyone who has not made the switch to a natural air freshener.”
For more information, call 267-507-5862 or visit NaturallyNeat.services. See ad, page 20.
Outreach for Women’s Issues
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ose St. Julien, a licensed clinical social worker for 20 years, hosts a weekly women’s personal growth group for creative, positive change. It offers an opportunity for women to come together for sharing and growing, acquiring creativity in decision making and building positive self-esteem. “Everyone experiences discomfort and stress or may need help in facing difficulties constructively,” says St. Julien. “This group is a collaborative, therapeutic process which appreciates each woman’s struggle in life and unique situation, and provides hope for a revitalized life.” Location: 425 S. 20th St., Philadelphia. For more information, call 215-546-1040. See ad, page 9.
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Come for the Honey, Stay for the Education
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he Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild (PBG) eighth annual Philadelphia Honey Festival will take place on September 7, 9 and 10 only at three historic sites—Glen Foerd on the Delaware, Wyck Historic House and Bartram’s Garden—to raise awareness about the importance of honeybees to our environment, our food supply and our economy, and to promote urban beekeeping and gardening. All three historic locations offer visitors family friendly activities, including open hive demonstrations, honey extractions, open hive talks, a host of children’s activities, honey tastings, mead tastings and sales from local beekeepers. There will also be presentations by John Cambridge, Ph.D., from the Philadelphia Insectarium and bee-bearding demonstration with Don Shump, PBG president and owner of the Philadelphia Bee Company. Each venue will also have additional local community activities. Locations: Glen Foerd on the Delaware, Grant Ave. and Milnor St.; Wyck Historic House, Garden and Farm, 6026 Germantown Ave.; Bartram’s Garden, 54th St. and Lindbergh Blvd. For a complete schedule of activities, visit PhillyHoneyFest.com.
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