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Bringing Bliss to Every Room

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28 17 THE ART OF HEALING 18 Taking a Home off the Grid

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hat is sustainable living? It means many different things to me. By definition, it’s the practice of reducing the use of natural resources to the best of your ability. I hope by now that most of us are aware that issues like climate change are real. I do my best to organize my errands so I’m not out wasting time and fuel driving all over the place.

I purchased sustainable reusable bamboo straws from Indonesia and now its become my habit to only use those straws. I even travel with them! First comes awareness and then action that eventually becomes habit. It’s like muscle memory.

I do my best to purchase products with sustainable footprints from surfboards to household goods. So many manufacturers are going through the extra expense and effort to help save our climate, and I applaud and support their efforts. It may cost more time and money up front to make sustainable changes, but in time we’ll see a return on investment. A minimalist lifestyle reduces living costs and optimizes land space. I’ve been behind the tiny home movement for years. Tiny home communities offer affordable housing for all ages.

Business owners everywhere are shifting to meet the demands of the environment.

Ryan Harris’s eco-friendly boards, pictured here in my publisher’s photo, is just one example. As I type this, I’m watching a modular Atmospheric Water Generator system being installed. This unit generates an endless amount of water from the air. It’s a brilliant invention and one that’s sure to take off. We, as consumers, can help this paradigm shift by investigating and investing in these long-term sustainable products.

Sustainability applies to mental health care too. Managing mental fatigue is one example. As synchronicity would have it, one of our 87 publishers asked how other publishers manage their time in this demanding industry. The short answer is “time off is time on.” Manage your stress level and let go of the endless list of things to do.

Do your best and leave the rest as one of the “Four Agreements” reinforces. That list will still be there when you reboot. Turn to Nature. When needed and available I will make my phone calls from a place of beauty to give myself and my customer a peaceful connection. Limit multi-tasking to increase mental productivity. Sustainability is as important for the brain as it is the Earth.

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Diane E Lohmeyer's very first international trip to Kitzbuhel.

Turtle shell is from the sanctuary in Galapagos.

iane E Lohmeyer, owner of DEL Tours (which stands for Designing Exotic Locations as well as her initials) developed her love affair with international travel nearly two decades ago when she met her husband, Dan, an international consultant. “He promised me that he was going to show me the world. So far, he’s been fulfilling his promise,” she shares.

Soon after they met, Diane got her first passport and the pair traveled to Austria for her inaugural international excursion. She was officially hooked and couldn’t wait for their next travel adventures. “Dan ended up getting a work assignment in Poland for five months, and I joined him. We used Poland as our launching pad to visit Greece, France, Germany and other places. It was phenomenal,” affirms this passionate tour guide, who says that she and Dan often travel with tour companies and

have witnessed firsthand how helpful it is to have an experienced guide leading the way. “Every country is so different, and it can be hard to navigate at times. It’s nice to let somebody else take care of those worries so you can relax and enjoy your vacation.”

Fast forward 20 years and dozens of trips later, the Lohmeyers were aboard the La Pinta cruise ship in the Galapagos when they met a tour operator that would change the course of Diane’s career path. “We connected with Susan who was on board leading another tour group. She had been running her business for 30 years. We discovered her tour was a lot less money for the same quality as the one we were on. Susan said because she was a sole proprietor, her overhead was low compared to other tour companies,” says Diane. “That made her trip accessible to more people, which I liked. I also really appreciated that the tour company owner was the main guide during the entire excursion.”

Diane was impressed with what Susan did for a living.

When she discovered that Susan’s business was for sale, Diane’s wheels began to spin. Conducting travel tours was something that really resonated with her. “I was looking for my niche. And international travel was my passion. My husband also agreed that it was a great fit. He started the ball rolling with us seeing

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the world together, and now I’d have a chance to show him the world too,� she says.

Diane enthusiastically took the plunge and purchased the business. “Being a tour guide is a dream come true for me,� affirms this knowledgeable Cambodia by the temple world traveler. “There’s nothing where Lara Croft was filmed. more thrilling than witnessing the excitement people have when they first lay their eyes on places they’ve always dreamed of visiting. It’s about helping my fellow explorers fulfill their dreams. My mission is to create travels that they’ll still be talking about for months and years to come.�

Diane assures future travelers on her tours that they will have an unforgettable experience. “Leave your worries at home.

I’ll be in charge of what to do, where to go, and what items you should bring. I know country customs and how to deal with currency issues and will make sure you’re up-to-date on information pertaining to the particular countries that we visit.�

For those that shy away from international travel due to food allergies and sensitivities, Diane shares that with her own history of severe food allergies, she can ensure that each traveler’s dietary needs will be taken into consideration. “There is nothing worse than sitting there watching everyone else eat or being given a fruit plate or oatmeal at the same cost as everyone else. You leave hungry and hurt while everyone else is satisfied and happy,� she says. “Whether we’re going to allergy-friendly restaurants or calling ahead to talk to the chef, I’ll make sure that you’re able to enjoy dining out while we’re on tour.�

While DEL Tours will hire local guides to show the tour group around, Diane assures travelers that she will always be there too. “I’m personally coordinating each trip, every step of the way,� she confirms. “Leave your worries behind and let me do the worrying for you. We’re going to have an amazing time.�

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Bringing Bliss to Every Room

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acred space is most often associated with places of worship, but it can be any place that connects us to meaning or joy. In the blur of daily living, nooks of inspiration and beauty provide spiritual sustenance, remind us of our dreams or celebrate lovely memories. Having “bliss corners” in the home or workplace is a wonderful way to stay connected to the positive.

Most parents or grandparents can confess to having a bliss corner on the refrigerator door where drawings and accomplishments of young family members are proudly displayed. Having a place of inspiration in any room doesn’t have to take up much space and can easily add to the décor. It can be as simple as a wedding veil hanging on a bedroom wall or a bowl of shells, sea glass or sand from a beach vacation in the bathroom. It can be sentimental with dried flowers from a momentous occasion or a small table dedicated to loved ones with framed photos or letters and a piece of cloth that holds special memories.

Corners of bliss fulfill their purpose best in places where they can remind us to follow our heart’s “true north” or help us to foster inner peace during busy days. Such places are office desks and bedroom nightstands near an alarm clock. The kitchen is an ideal room in the house for sacred space; designating a corner to light a candle during meal prep; filling an old teapot with fresh flowers every week; and displaying the photo of someone who once nourished us are all beautiful ways to bring more meaning into our relationship with food.

Cultivating bliss can be a form of active meditation, simple rituals that can include prayer or other forms of mindfulness. On more practical levels, it can be an opportunity to bond with loved ones. Creating a bliss corner can be a creative and fun activity for teens to express a passion, whether it be a hobby, sport or favorite singer. Many of us have boxes of mementos or nostalgic things from childhood taking up space in a closet. Making a bliss corner is the perfect way to remind us why we kept them in the first place.

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global briefs

A new report issued by environmental watchdog Greenpeace details the growing global dangers of accumulating nuclear waste that will remain hazardous for hundreds of centuries. Several of the designated storage facilities in the seven countries surveyed are nearly filled to capacity now. Unresolved safety issues across the industry include fire risk, venting of radioactive gases, environmental contamination, failure of containers, terrorist attacks and escalating costs. More than 65 years after the start of the civil use of nuclear power, 250,000 tons of highly radioactive spent fuel exists in 14 countries, and underground storage, seemingly the most viable option, has encountered major obstacles.

Balancing Act

Endangered Species on the Rebound

The Endangered Species Act seems to be working, with more than 75 percent of marine mammals and sea turtles protected by the act recovering, according to a new peer-reviewed study by scientists at the Center for Biological Diversity published in the academic journal PLOS ONE. North Atlantic green sea turtle nests on Florida beaches have increased by more than 2,000 percent and Hawaiian humpback whales more than 1,100 percent between 1979 and 2005.

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Netflix Series Reveals Its Fragile Beauty

Ten years after the groundbreaking documentary Planet Earth, an eight-part sequel, Our Planet, shows even more rapturous scenes of our planet’s most precious species and fragile habitats. Premiering globally April 5 on Netflix, it was filmed during four years in 50 countries across every continent, involving more than 600 film crew members and 3,500 days spent in such habitats as the remote Arctic wilderness, the vast landscapes of Africa and the diverse jungles of South America.

The series, narrated by worldrenowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough, is a joint venture of Netflix, the World Wildlife Federation and Silverback Films, whose director Alastair Fothergill was the creator of the critically acclaimed original Planet Earth and Blue Planet series.

“Our Planet will take viewers on a spectacular journey of discovery showcasing the beauty and fragility of our natural world,” says Attenborough. “Today, we have become the greatest threat to the health of our home, but there’s still time for us to address the challenges we’ve created, if we act now. We need the world to pay attention.”

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he Shakti Fest community of yogis, meditators, conscious parents and spiritual seekers comes back together for its ninth season, this year on Mother’s Day weekend May 9 to 13. This year’s event will be held at a new location, the Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground, in Joshua Tree, offering panoramic views of the north face of Joshua Tree National Park, exceptional desert vistas and spectacular night skies.

Organized by Bhakti Fest, recently surpassing 10 years of producing conscious events, Shakti Fest is a unique springtime celebration. Driven by the divine feminine spirit, described in Eastern philosophy as the "dynamic force which moves the universe, "this transformative festival features world-famous yoga teachers, sacred music stars, kirtan, kid’s activities, spiritual and emotional growth workshops, sound baths, a healing sanctuary, bodywork and much, much more.

Musical artists include MC Yogi, Jai Uttal and Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda; yoga practitioners include Shiva Rea, Mark Whitwell and Kia Miller; and workshop leaders include Zoe Kors, Dharma Devi and Manoj Chalam.

“We are so fortunate to be staying in the sacred vibration of Joshua Tree. Shakti and Bhakti Fest are all about heart-centered community, a conscious and uplifting experience, and the amazing line-up of artists, teachers and presenters in a familyfriendly, drug and alcohol-free environment. We expect to offer the same amazing experience our events have always been known for,” notes Sridhar Silberfein, founder of Bhakti Fest.

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Gut Susceptible to Food Additives By mixing food additives with human gut microbes in petri dishes, scientists at the Czech Republic’s Institute of Microbiology found that gut microbes with anti-inflammatory properties were highly susceptible to being harmed by additives, while microbes with pro-inflammatory properties were mostly resistant. “We speculate that permanent exposure of human gut microbiota to even low levels of additives may modify the composition and function of gut microbiota, and thus influence the host’s immune system,” wrote the authors.

Stress May Be Worse in the Evening Acute, late-day stress may be harder on our bodies, say researchers at Japan’s Hokkaido University. They measured the levels of the stress hormone cortisol in 27 young, healthy volunteers, and then put them through 15 minutes of stressful events that included making a speech and doing mental math. Half of the volunteers were tested two hours after awakening, the other group 10 hours after awakening. The subjects’ levels of cortisol, which helps provide the body with energy in the face of a perceived need for fight or flight, rose strongly in the morning, but not in the evening, suggesting that the human body is more equipped to deal with stress early in the day and becomes more vulnerable later.

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Drinking lots of sugar-sweetened sodas and juices significantly increases the risk of chronic kidney disease, reports a new study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Using health questionnaires for 3,003 African-American adults in Jackson, Mississippi, covering a 13-year period, the researchers found that the top third of subjects, those consuming the most sugar-sweetened drinks, were 61 percent more likely to develop kidney disease than those in the bottom third.

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Smoking Bans Lower Blood Pressure Non-smokers that live in areas that have banned smoking in public spaces such as restaurants, bars and workplaces have lower systolic blood pressure. In a Northwestern University study reported by the American Heart Association, blood pressure readings of 5,115 adults ages 18 to 30 in Birmingham, Chicago, Minneapolis and Oakland were taken over a 30-year period and correlated with changes in local laws that banned public smoking. A meaningful decrease in systolic blood pressure readings was found in non-smokers when no-smoking laws were enacted, indicating a reduction in heart disease risk.

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Power Switch Taking a Home Off the Grid

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esse Stafford and Alyssa Craft quit their jobs in 2015, bought five acres of remote land far away from utilities and began building their 36-foot-by-36foot timber frame home from scratch.

Next up was a septic system, then a clean water source and, of course, alternative energy. Their rooftop solar panels are backed up by a reliable Honda generator.

They had some setbacks, which is to be expected. Now they’re blogging about it. “We didn’t want corporate jobs, we didn’t want to live in the city, commute to work or have a mortgage payment,” they write in their online homestead journey at PureLivingForLife.com.

Off-the-grid living has become downright fashionable, especially for the eco-conscious. But leaving the rat race isn’t easy, and it’s not for everyone.

Yet, anyone that wants to become more energy-independent can succeed without moving to an isolated cabin; and there’s never been a better time, because prices keep coming down and technology keeps improving. Choosing the best option depends on several factors, including the 14

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specific residence, climatic zone, town and neighborhood.

Preliminary Considerations Power source: Choose from among

solar ($12,000 to $50,000, depending on the system’s size), wind ($6,000 to $22,000, including installation) or geothermal ($20,000 to $25,000).

Ample resources: Find out if there’s

steady wind, plentiful sun, a place to install geothermal pipes and whether the home is properly oriented for solar without obstruction by trees or tall buildings.

Electricity needed: Get a quick

average by adding up the wattage of all appliances, and then add 50 percent. The American average is 10,000 kilowatthours annually, although frugal folks can make do with less. The local utility company can also estimate energy needs based on past usage.

Realize that alternative energy doesn’t need to be an all-or-nothing

Solar: Plunging Costs Solar panels for electricity, usually made of silicon, consist of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into direct current (DC). Their cost has come down dramatically in recent years. In January, the average solar panel cost $3.14 a watt, a bottom line of roughly $18,000 with a six-kilowatt system big enough for most homes. The price fell 6.5 percent from January 2018, reports EnergySage.com, a solar vendor pricing source. A federal tax credit covers 30 percent of the cost, so the out-of-pocket cost for a system would be approximately $13,000 if installed before year’s end, when the full residential tax credit is available. Partial tax credits will be available until they are phased out in 2022.

Ron Blumenfeld, a retired doctor in Fairfield, Connecticut, serves on his town’s sustainability task force and “went live” with his rooftop installation six years ago. “It’s turned out to be one of the best investments we’ve ever made—financially and environmentally,” he says.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is working toward residential solar to generate power at just five cents per kilowatt-hour by 2030, which means it will be far cheaper than grid electricity.

Consumers can either buy a system outright or—as a popular alternative—lease the system with no upfront costs. Leasing companies like SolarCity (now part of Tesla) pioneered this approach, in which

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proposition. For instance, a solar system doesn’t have to power the whole house.

A smaller and cheaper array with battery backup can be connected to essential services like the water heater, refrigerator and electric stove, with the grid handling heavier loads. Advantages are lower upfront cost and access to the grid when needed.

Connecting to the grid makes sense for all alternative power sources, because wind and solar are intermittent, and don’t always provide power. Also, most states offer net metering, which requires the local utility to pay for the electricity a homeowner puts back into the grid.

consumers agree to buy electricity from the system installed on their roof.

Whether to add the extra expense of battery backup is important. A pair of Tesla Powerwalls will cost about $14,000 installed and store enough electricity to power a home for seven days. It’s suitable for people looking to go off the grid because the sun doesn’t always shine, and power generated on sunny days can be stored and used when it’s overcast.

Off-the-grid solar is not just for those living in sun-rich states. Installers can look at a property—often remotely, through applications like Google Earth— and determine if solar is appropriate.

Sometimes a few trees will have to be sacrificed, but the benefits are manifold, and not just because there will be power during grid blackouts.

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Wind: If the Resource is Right Wind power accounted for the largest share of renewable energy growth in 2017, reports the International Energy Agency, but it’s in its infancy for homeowners, partly due to an average cost of $48,000 to $65,000 per installed project.

Residential turbines have been installed in all 50 states, but many parts of the U.S. have marginal resources. Check the Department of Energy wind resource guide for local data at WindExchange.

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The best-case scenario is strong winds plus few neighbors close to a large property (and lenient zoning laws). Wind may work for the 19.3 percent of the population that lives in rural areas and the 21 million American homes built on properties of an acre or more.

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($31,770), recommends that a property have at least a 10 mph average wind speed, coupled with high electricity prices of 10 cents per kilowatt-hour or more. Also consider the neighbors: The system’s turbine is typically installed on an 80-to-100-foot tower, and so-called “viewshed” objections have taken down many projects (including Cape Wind, in Massachusetts).

With annual maintenance, the DOE reports that small wind turbines should last about 20 years, the same basic lifespan as solar panels. The federal production tax credit for wind is available this

year, but won’t be available afterwards.

Some states offer incentives. A useful small wind guidebook can be found at WindExchange.Energy.gov/small-windguidebook.

Geothermal: Available Anywhere

Some common misconceptions about home geothermal are that consumers need to live in one of the planet’s “hot spots” (think Iceland, California or Utah).

But the truth is the Earth’s temperature just below the surface almost anywhere is a constant 45 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit,

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roperties with moving water have a fourth sustainable power source available to them: hydroelectric.

If opting to harness the energy in a nearby flowing stream or river, 10-kilowatt microhydropower systems can power even large homes. They combine piping from the water source to a turbine, pump or waterwheel with an alternator or generator, regulator and wiring.

According to Home Power magazine, a fully installed hydro system for the average use of a modern household might cost $20,000 to $100,000.

and the Northeast and Midwest have the highest geothermal adoption rates. Geothermal doesn’t necessarily require a large piece of property. Local geology will be a factor in siting and sizing the system.

Geothermal systems use underground pipes filled with refrigerant that absorbs warmth from the ground through a heat exchanger. In summer, that same underground temperature can be tapped to cool a home, combining heating and air conditioning in one system.

While it necessitates a relatively high upfront cost, low operating costs mean the systems can pay for themselves in less than 10 years. Most include a groundsource heat pump with a 50-year warranty. For a 2,500-square-foot home, an average off-the-electrical-grid system will cost $20,000 to $25,000 to install. Bill Martin, in Quincy, California, runs an efficient three-ton geothermal system installed in 2014. “It’s been a very good experience,” he says. “I’m ecstatically happy.”

The same 30 percent federal tax credit that applies to solar also applies to geothermal for systems installed by 2020.

States also provide incentives. A detailed guide on availability is available at Tinyurl.com/GeothermalHeatPumpListing.

Special Considerations

Buildings, especially older structures, are usually sieves in terms of energy loss, so before investing in a system, check to see if the local utility provides free energy audits. Even if it’s not free, it’s worth finding out if the home needs new windows or strategically applied insulation.

There are scammers in every field, and alternative energy is no exception. Ask providers for references to previous customers and check for online cautions from the Better Business Bureau, Yelp and others.

Alternative energy in any form can save money and precious resources. Explore the options thoroughly and choose wisely before pulling the plug.

Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker, specializing in alternative energy, clean automotive and other environmental topics.

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in Indianapolis published in the Journal of Speech Pathology & Therapy shows the significant effects of theater arts on individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

“Creative arts therapy can be successful in supporting children with autism, especially ways to practice social skills,” says Marshall. “The drama therapist uses role play, improv and games in order to facilitate interpersonal communication.”

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or decades, creative expression has been a valuable tool in healing, and expressive arts therapy—the integrated application of two or more art forms—is now considered a life-changing modality for veterans and anyone else struggling with anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Also called creative arts therapy, this form of psychotherapy helps patients to process and express what is often beyond verbal language using music, art, dance, theater and writing as its primary modes of communication. “Individuals need no previous arts experience in order to benefit from working with a certified creative arts therapist,” explains Azizi Marshall, founder and CEO of the Center for Creative Arts Therapy, in Downers Grove, Illinois.

The National Intrepid Center of Excellence—an outpatient clinic specializing in traumatic brain injuries at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, in Bethesda, Maryland—ranks creative arts therapy among the top five most effective approaches in helping veterans.

A study of combat veterans and creative arts therapy conducted at Concordia University, in Montreal, reported considerable progress, especially in areas of expressing emotions resulting from

trauma and gaining understanding of symptoms such as depression, thoughts of suicide and insomnia.

Psychotherapist Cathy Malchiodi, Ph.D., has authored several books, including The Art Therapy Sourcebook, and uses expressive arts therapy in her Louisville practice. “I’ve worked with soldiers for the past 10 years, and find that much of their healing comes about through telling their stories on stage or participating as an actor within a play or improvisation.”

Malchiodi also incorporates mindfulness practices, visual arts, music and some simple forms of yoga in her sessions.

Creative Arts Therapy for Multiple Diagnoses

Expressive arts therapy is also making a positive impact on those suffering from panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions, eating and attention disorders, dementia and chronic physical illness. “Creative arts therapy can be used across life challenges; for example, dance or movement therapy has supported women with breast cancer and eating disorders,” says Marshall, who has also witnessed the power of drama therapy to help reduce feelings of fear in clients diagnosed with anxiety and PTSD.

A 2015 study at Butler University,

The multitasking neurotransmitter dopamine is one of the brain’s natural antidepressants and plays a key role in feeling pleasure and reinforcing habits. It reaches its highest levels during the initial stages of love, observing something of beauty or creating art.

A recent Drexel University study published in The Arts in Psychotherapy shows the neurological effects of drawing, coloring and simple doodling. Increased circulation in the area of the brain correlating to pleasure and reward was evident, and this dopamine-dominant response is responsible for decreasing symptoms of anxiety and increasing feelings of joy and accomplishment.

Psychotherapist Doreen Meister, in Oakland, California, encourages her clients to focus on the process of creating, rather than the result. “Expressive therapies are an extension of the self-discovery continuum. I often hear, ‘I draw like a 2-year-old.’ To this I say, ‘Great! Draw like a 2-year-old!’ I believe that somewhere, many of us are told that creative expression must be a certain way. Creativity is a natural state, a human quality that we are born with, and the product of creation is not as important as the process.”

Creativity from a clinical perspective allows for new emotional vantage points, distance from situations and viewing experiences through a different lens. “Bringing in creativity offers a wider palette of tools or access points, and gives us another way to understand ourselves,” says Meister. “Creativity as a life force is accessible to all of us.”

Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Prepare a sanctuary for the family’s new kitten.

When bringing a new kitten (or adult cat) into their new home, it’s best to separate the new addition in a little bed-andbreakfast-like setup of their own for at least a week. Put their litter box, bedding, food and toys in their space and keep noise, confusion and foot traffic to a minimum.

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Felines, especially tiny ones, like their environment warmer than what humans generally prefer. Look for bedding that hasn’t been treated with flame-retardant chemicals such as PBDE; Swedish scientists have linked the chemical, commonly found in foam, to hyperthyroidism in cats. The best choice is wool, which is naturally flame resistant.

Most cats fight being put into a carrier because it only happens when someone’s about to take them to a place they don’t want to go to. That’s why it’s a good idea to set up a carrier for a kitten on their first day home. Entice them to enter on their own using food treats, toys and comfy bedding.

Go slow with family introductions.

Introduce other members of the household to the new kitty one at a time. Ideally, introductions occur in a neutral location, like the living room, when the kitten ventures out to investigate.

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To provide the very best start in life, feed the little one either a homemade or commercially available, nutritionally balanced, fresh food diet (preferably raw) designed for cats at all stages of life.

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Most kittens can use a litter box at about four weeks. Just make sure its walls are low enough that they can hop in and out on their own. If a kitten or cat is avoiding the box, there’s likely a reason: location, type of litter or failure to clean it often enough.

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Climbing and scratching are natural feline behaviors. Try burlap, cardboard and carpeted scratching surfaces, placed vertically and horizontally to meet all preferences. Keep the scratchers in areas where the kitten hangs out.

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Train kitty to use the scratching post.

Initially, it might help to apply catnip or attach a feather toy to make the scratching area especially appealing. Discourage any feline from scratching on inappropriate surfaces by attaching double-sided tape or inflated balloons to rugs or furniture that are off limits.

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Offer toys that bring out the feline hunter.

Think like a cat and buy or create toys that draw out their hunting instincts. A piece of string wrapped around the end of a stick dragged on the ground will bring out the stalker in almost any cat. So will ping-pong balls or small wads of paper flicked across the floor.

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Indulge most kittens’ love of boxes.

When cats in the wild feel threatened, they head for trees, dens or caves for safety. Domestic kitties don’t have that option, so their obsession with hiding in boxes may be an adaptation.

Providing “hidey holes” may also help a kitten acclimate faster to their new home and family.

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Indoor cats need time outside. Consider building or buying a safe, secure, outdoor enclosure (catio) for them to hang out in when the weather is nice.

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Consider adopting two kittens at the same time.

One of the best ways to avoid many common behavioral problems is to adopt a pair of kittens. Because they crave stimulation and interaction, adopting two provides instant playmates to occupy each other’s time.

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ALL MONTH LONG 2019 Earth Day 24,901 Mile Run/Walk Challenge – The goal of the Earth Day 24,901 Mile Challenge is simple. The goal is during the month of April (earth day month) we will collectively see how many times we can run the distance of the equator –24,901 miles. We need at least 415 participants to commit to run at least 2 miles a day for the month of April to make it at least once around the Equator but we think we can do more.

Whether you are a runner, walker or jogger of all shapes, sizes and fitness levels, join us in this epic challenge. You can also upgrade your registration and you’ll get the earth day official t-shirt and the super cool commemorative medal to brag to your friends and show off your challenge accomplishment. We’ll even include an earth day pack of wildflower seeds so you can help make a difference. Recruit your friends, family, even co-workers to join our quest. Remember to share your mission by tagging @VirtualRunChallenge and #VRCEarthDayChallenge.

Back to Nature – Forget your worries, escape the hustle and bustle of the city and reconnect with your wild roots. Join us for Back to Nature, an interactive exhibit featuring new animals such as parrots, mice, iguanas, falcons, frogs and more. Be among the first to walk through our new Native Pollinator Garden, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds and bees while learning about the role of native pollinators in our everyday lives. Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr, Chula Vista, 91910. 619-409-5900. Info@ TheLivingCoast.org.

Balboa Park Tour – This approximately threehour tour is filled with larger-than-life stories, interesting legends and fun facts. Fantastic tour guides will regale you with historic tales of San Diego’s past as you traverse the city on your way to Balboa Park. Weekdays only. $109. San Diego Segway Tours by Wheel Fun Rentals, 1355 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, 92101. 805-650-7770.

SDSegwayTours@WheelFunRentals.com.

Butterfly Jungle – Thousands of beautiful butterflies flit, float and flutter around you in this much anticipated annual celebration. Guests can walk through the Butterfly Jungle, a greenhouse filled with butterflies of all colors and sizes. There’s a special thrill in being surrounded by these fluttering beauties—and guests wearing bright colors may find the winged wonders perching on them. Free with Safari Park admission. San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, 92027-9614.

Make Adult Use Cannabis Legal in Oceanside – Come to the One Minute Cannabist to sign the city initiative and put local access on the ballot for the next election. 3041 Industry St, Ste B, Oceanside.

Call 760-760-2020 or visit OneMinuteCannabist. com for office hours.

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures – 8:30am-1pm. Blue Whale Watching Adventures depart conveniently from downtown San Diego, Friday to Monday. This is a great opportunity in San Diego to get an up-close and personal whale watching experience. Perfect for families, kids, out-of-town visitors and locals alike. $55 adults; Sat/Sun, $65 adults. Hornblower Cruises and Events, 970 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, 92101. 619-686-8715. SD@Hornblower.com.

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SEA the Change – 10am-5pm. Come imagine a better world with both humans and wildlife positively impacting one another. Drawing from artistic elements, SEA the Change seeks to inspire new ideas for making a difference in your own community. You will discover the issues our local wildlife face daily by stepping into their shoes while enjoying exciting interactive exhibits, nature-influenced art and new animal ambassadors that connect and inspire the love of nature in each one of us. Adults (13+) $16. Children (3-12) $11 and 0-2 free. Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr, Chula Vista, 91910. 619-409-5900.

Living with Animals – 10am-5pm. Whether we see an animal as a pet, a pest or food has changed over time and across cultures, making our relationships with them dynamic and complex, to say the least. Take a journey with us and discover all the surprising, unique and inspiring ways that we live with animals. You’ll find we’re not human without them. Exhibit free with general admission.

San Diego Museum of Man, 1350 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. 619-239-2001. MuseumOfMan@ MuseumOfMan.org.

SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival – 10am-6pm. Each weekend March 9 thru April 28. Foodies and craft beer aficionados will love SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival, featuring craft beer from favorite local breweries, plus fresh international cuisine infused with local, sustainable ingredients and unique signature flavors from around the world. Waves of flavor will tantalize the taste buds with gourmet offerings created by SeaWorld San Diego’s Executive Chef, Dave McHugh, and his expert culinary team. With culinary destinations throughout the park, guests will be able to sample over 50 mouthwatering food choices. In addition, choose from an impressive selection of local craft beers along with a dozen wine selections from California to pair with an array of delicious international cuisine options. Included with park admission. SeaWorld San Diego, 500 SeaWorld Dr, San Diego, 92109. 619-222-4732.

TUESDAY, APRIL 2 Clairvoyant Training Program Part I – 7:309:30pm. In this program, you will learn to tap into your own special gifts, which will change your life and alter your perspective in a positive way. You will get more of your energy back and be able to hear your inner voice better than you could ever

imagine. People are opening up to their psychic and spiritual abilities with increasing acceptance and support than ever before in history. Everyone has intuition. Learn to tap into and develop your own abilities more fully. $270 per month or $1,620 - which can be paid monthly over the 6 months.

Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Yaycation at San Diego Zoo – 9am-7pm. The San Diego Zoo is hosting its annual spring event.

In addition to all the Zoo offers daily, guests may enjoy fun Yaycation activities such as special animal experiences, entertainment and more.

Yaycation activities are included with admission to the San Diego Zoo. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, 92101.

North Park Festival of Beers – 1-4pm. The 12th annual North Park Festival of Beers is back on Saturday, April 6, sampling more than 50 beers from the best breweries on the planet. Presented by 91X and San Diego CityBeat. $20-$50. Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows, 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, 92104.

3rd Annual Earth Day Fair – 5-8pm. Don’t miss out on our 3rd Annual Rancho Bernardo Earth Day Fair—bigger and better than last year. The event will showcase approximately 30 booths hosted by various earth friendly exhibitors, a kid’s earth day craft center, an electric vehicle show and more.

There will also be a number of earth friendly opportunity drawing items, fresh fruit by Barons Market and other exciting items to explore at our event. Rancho Bernardo Community Park, 18448 West Bernardo Dr, San Diego, 92127.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7 Black Mountain Trail Run – 6-11:30am. Part of the XTERRA SoCal Trail Run Series, this course is great for beginners and advanced athletes with plenty of wide fire road trails and some single track sections. The event field is limited, so enter early. $40-$70. Black Mountain Ranch State Park, 14800 Carmel Valley Rd, San Diego, 92127.

MONDAY, APRIL 8 Quantum Jumping – 7-9pm. Stretch the limits of your mind and energy in this dynamic workshop.

The seminar consists of healing, qigong, past life therapy, clairvoyance, the 7 hermetic principles, intuition, overcoming fear and self-sabotage, self-esteem and confidence, the power of love, the perfect relationship and more. Contribution $40 or $35 with RSVP. Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 Intro to Theta Healing – 6:15-7:15pm. Workshop with Kathleen Albear. Theta Healing teaches you to use your natural intuition while utilizing Unconscious Love. Start to Learn to Heal Yourself on Any Challenge in Your Life. Learn to Access to Divine Wisdom to Receive Answers to Any Question. Expand your consciousness to view limitless domains. $20 or only $10 with advanced sign up.

Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

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Heartbreak Ridge Run – 8am-1pm. Come out for an off-road running race held in the northwestern foothills of your Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. It offers multiple distance choices with a challenging hill climb and scenic views of surrounding mountains and meadows. $10-$90. Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, 92055.

Women’s Healing Clinic – 7:30-9pm. Ladies, come in and get a healing on your female energy and issues. No appointment necessary. Receive a psychic reading on any female related topic. $10.

Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

San Diego Shaka Fest – 8am-4pm. A fusion of Hawaiian culture, arts and athletics. A beautiful day on mission bay filled with amazing events such as a youth-only canoe regatta, SUP race for adults and keiki’s, stages of da kine Hawaiian and Tahitian entertainment, your favorite boutique vendors and island inspired food vendors to enjoy.

With an amazing day on the bay, this event is held by non-profit charity and youth-only program Nā Koa Kai Canoe Club. Free to Attend. Registration fee for SUP races. De Anza Cove Park, 3000 N Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, 92109.

San Diego Botanic Garden ArtFest – 9am-5pm.

4/13-4/14. Our fine arts show features more than 20 artists displaying and selling their work at amazing prices just for Garden guests. Many of these fantastic sculptors, painters, glass artists, potters, gourd and fiber artists who participate in ArtFest will also provide interesting demonstrations of their craft. Free with paid admission or membership. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-436-3036. Info@sdbarden.org.

Traditional Georgian Polyphonic Singing – 7:30-10:30pm. Join the Center for World Music in welcoming Ensemble Adilei and the Chamgeliani Sisters from the Republic of Georgia. This very special evening will introduce you to the sacred and secular spaces of one of the oldest polyphonic singing traditions in Europe. Traditional Georgian polyphonic singing is identified as one of the world’s threatened musical traditions on a UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Don’t miss this very rare chance to hear it. $25 per ticket + $2 online processing fee. St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 3025 Denver St, San Diego, 92117.

619-363-3007. Info@CenterForWorldMusic.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14 Fallbrook Avocado Festival – 9am-5pm. The 33rd Annual Avocado Festival includes local artisans on the Artisan Walk on Alvarado, Cazadores Margaritas at the Main Stage area, featuring local talent, food, wine garden, local beer, community stage, kid’s zone and Avocado Central (located in the center of the event) where avocados and trees can be purchased. Free. Main St E Alvarado St & S Main Ave, Fallbrook, 92028.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16 2019 Del Mar National Horse Show – 9am-9pm.

4/16-5/5. For nearly three-quarters of a century, equestrian sports aficionados have marked their calendars each April and May for the Del Mar National Horse Show. Del Mar Fairgrounds 22nd DAA, 260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, 92014.

Call 858-755-1161 or email Info@DelMarNational.com for more information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Earth Day Rooftop Party – 8pm. Come join us for a night of fun, dancing and music to celebrate earth day. We will have the rooftop open with live music and open pool. Don’t forget to bring a towel.

Andaz San Diego, 600 F St, San Diego, 92101.

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 Easter Bash at Belmont Park – 8am-5pm. The all-day event will be jam-packed from park to boardwalk with egg hunts, free activities for children, a free Easter bunny photo op, live music, entertainment and free parking; plus, brunch on the boardwalk will be offered at the beachfront restaurants. This year enjoy multiple egg hunts on the beach (tickets required) and in the park (free for kids while supplies last). Eggs will include prizes ranging from candy, free rides and food to golden eggs filled with big prize packs for dining, ride passes and more. Free. Belmont Park, 3190 Mission Blvd, San Diego, 92109.

Encinitas Spring Street Fair – 9am-5pm. 4/274/28. Enjoy over 450 unique food, arts and crafts vendors plus four entertainment stages, children’s rides, Dog Zone, Kids Zone, Bike Valets, and a Beer Garden. Take advantage of free family fun, entertainment, a National Award Winning MainStreet and a traditional So-Cal beach town. Come for the sun, stay for the moonlight. Free. South Coast Hwy 101 between D and J Streets, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-1950. Info@Encinitas101.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 San Diego Earth Fair – 10am-5pm. It’s the 30th Anniversary of the San Diego Earth Fair. Let’s continue to protect and care for Mother Earth.

Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego. More info at EarthDayWeb.org/EarthFair.html.

MONDAY, APRIL 29 Creating Healthy Boundaries – 7-9pm. A sign of spiritual growth is when we see ourselves having compassion while at the same time setting healthy boundaries. The happier you are and the more of your own energy you have, the more you can be of service. Is it okay to say no to someone? Own your ability to communicate from your truth, and clear energies and patterns where you are unconsciously taking care of things for others. $40 or $35 with RSVP two days prior to class. Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 108, San Diego, 92117.

858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

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daily Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure – Turn Downtown San Diego into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a threehour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well-known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Start when you want and play at your pace. Only $39.20 for a team (2-5 people). Promo: SDEVENT. Amazing Scavenger Hunts by Urban Adventure Quest, 4002 Wallace St, San Diego, 92110. 805-603-5620.

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Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation for Health and Success – Discover how you can achieve ultimate happiness and health with InteriorWerx. Clear emotional and energetic abnormalities that cause dis-ease, such as anxiety, pain, sadness, discomfort, allergies, recurring physical injury and more. There is immediate relief from symptoms, bringing health back to true form. Free. 312-479-7893. Schedule: InteriorWerx.us.

Full Day Coastal Experience – Ride with us on our unique B.Y.O.B full-day coastal adventure.

Start the day off at our pick-up location, Liberty Public Market. We recommend guests to show up early so they can roam around the market before we venture up north to Encinitas and begin our tour down the famous highway 1. Our stops include some of San Diego’s best beaches, beach bars and local eats. We want you to see and feel the amazing laid-back lifestyle we live for here in San Diego.

Bottled water and small snacks. Takes place citywide. 858-284-0689. TodoBienTours@gmail.com.

Make Adult Use Cannabis Legal in Oceanside – Come to the One Minute Cannabist to sign the city initiative and put local access on the ballot for the next election. 3041 Industry St, Ste B, Oceanside.

Call 760-760-2020 or visit OneMinuteCannabist. com for office hours.

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Yoga Classes – Days and times vary. Iyengar for beginners and advanced practitioners. Iyengar Yoga Center of North County, 2210 Encinitas Blvd, Ste U, Encinitas, 92024. 760-632-0040.

IyengarYogaNorthCounty.com.

Donations Accepted – 10am-7pm, Mon-Sat; 11am-6pm, Sun. All profits support individuals with Autism and other developmental or learning disabilities. TERI Inspired Resale, 1024 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, 92054. 760-722-1880. Shop.

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sunday Reiki Levels 1, 2, Master and Teacher – Nationally certified courses. 1-day classes. Ongoing throughout the year. Earn CE credits. More info: 760-593-4595. CULearn.net.

San Diego River Garden Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. 2nd and 4th Sun. Weeding, watering, pruning, trail maintenance and other light gardening projects. Family friendly. Tools provided. 3334 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, 92108. RSVP: 619-297-7380.

Guided Nature Walk – 9:30-11am, Sun, Wed, Sat. Guided walk from the Visitor Center on one of three trails. Learn about the history, geology, plants, animals and ecology of the park. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-6683281. MTRP.org.

Grow Getters: Learn How to Propagate – 10am.

1st Sun. Learn more about propagation and potting plants. Help us grow our growing area. Free. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084.

Info and sign up: AltaVistaGardens.org.

Free Special Access Tour at The Garden – 10am11am. 3rd Sun. Have trouble navigating the terrain of The Garden? Let us take you for a ride. Explore The Garden from the comfortable Verbeck Shuttle with a Garden Docent. This tour seats only four to five people. Advanced reservations required. Free.

Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Register: 619660-0614 x16. TheGarden.org.

Qigong in The Garden – 10-11:30am. 4th Sun. Instructor Reyna Lerma will guide students through the ancient Chinese health series that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. Free, $10 suggested donation.

The Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614.

RSVP: TheGarden.org.

Spirit Dance: Ecstatic Dance and Moving Meditation – 10am-Noon. Join us for a simple yet profound ecstatic dance. $10-$20 sliding scale.

Malashock Studio, 2650 Truxton Rd, Ste 200, San Diego, 92106. More info: 619-787-2389 or BodyWorldArts.com.

Bird Walk – 3-4pm. Take a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail and view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by this reserve on their yearly migration. Walks begin at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted on calendar and happen the1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome. No reservations required. Free. Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Visitor Center, 2310 Hollister St, San Diego, 92154. 619-428-2946.

Family Discovery Walk – 3-4:30pm. 4th Sun. Walk and help your children discover the wonder and beauty of nature. Walks highlight the many changes that occur in the park throughout the year.

Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring water.

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River Rescue – 9am-Noon. 1st and 3rd Wed. Team attacks and removes smaller and harder-to-reach trash sites along the river. All tools and supplies provided. More info: 619-297-7380 or Doug@ SanDiegoRiver.org.

Balboa Park History Stroll – 11am-Noon. Specially trained History Center guides lead this easypaced stroll through the park, revealing many of the intriguing aspects of its past, present and future.

Reservations requested, but walk-ups welcome. $10-$12. San Diego History Center, 1649 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. SanDiegoHistory.org.

Volunteer Bird Count – 7:30am-Noon. 2nd Mon. All levels of experience welcome. For more info and to receive an automatic reply with meeting location, contact Robert Patton at Birds@SanElijo.org.

Bird Watching Monday – 8am. 1st Mon. Discover the fascinating birds and the unique art of bird-watching. San Diego Botanical Garden, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917.

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San Diego Horticultural Society Meeting – 6-9pm. 2nd Mon. All welcome. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Congregation Beth Israel, 9001 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, 92122. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHort.org.

tuesday Free Admission to the Japanese Friendship Garden – 3rd Tues. Enjoy a refreshing stroll through the garden and stop by the activity booths in the upper garden. Free. 2215 Pan American Rd, San Diego, 92101. 619-232-2721. niwa.org. $15 Yoga Classes – 11:15am. Bring your child into class with you for Vinyasa Mama Tues and Thurs.

Nature’s Whisper Yoga, 4205 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92103. 760-213-1110. NaturesWhisper.com.

Chair Yoga at OMC – Noon-1:15pm. A Gentle Route to Greater Fitness for Your Mind and Body.

If your doctor says you should exercise more, then chair yoga may be an ideal place to begin.

Chair yoga is an all-inclusive, gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or standing with the aid of a chair. $10. One Minute Cannabist, 3041 Industry St, Ste B Oceanside. Sign up at OneMinuteCannabist.com.

A Gathering of Priestesses Live Online Video Show – 6pm. With special guests each week. For more info: GatheringOfPriestesses.com.

California Native Plant Society San Diego Chapter – 7pm. 3rd Tues (except Aug and Dec).

Free lectures on a variety of California native plant topics. Have an unknown plant? Bring it to be identified. Open to the public. Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park, Rm 101 or 104, 1800 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. cnpssd.org.

Guided Nature Walk – 9:30-11am, Sun, Wed, Sat. Guided walk from the Visitor Center on one of three trails. Learn about the history, geology, plants, animals and ecology of the park. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

Wednesday Trail Walk – 10am. 1st Wed. Explore trails of Balboa Park with a ranger. Leisurely pace.

Difficulty level varies; check trail map. Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. 619-2351122. BalboaPark.org.

Cannabis Navigator – 3-6pm. Is the product you bought not working? Did you have a bad experience? Are you new to the world of cannabis use?

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USI-Tech / Bitcoin Overview – 6pm. An opportunity to introduce yourself and your friends to the extraordinary Bitcoin opportunity with USI-Tech.

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thursday Trains, Paints and Plants at San Diego Botanic Garden – 10-11am. Three of a kid’s favorite things in one place: trains, paints and gardening. San Diego Botanic Garden’s motorman-engineer James runs his unique trains and answers your train-obsessed tot’s questions about the mode of transport. Nature related crafts and plant potting round out this fun-filled hour. Ages 1 to 6. Free with admission or membership. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr, San Diego. 760436-3036. SDBGarden.org.

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Fur Fix Thursday – 3-5pm. Touch, pet and play with some incredibly cute and cuddly animals, adoptable and volunteer. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. 619279-5939 or SDHumane.org.

Junior Rangers at Tijuana Estuary – 3:304:30pm. Jr. Rangers ages 7 to 12 learn about the ecology of estuaries, the importance of wetlands and will discover an appreciation for this disappearing ecosystem by participating in related hands-on activities featuring different topics at each session. Kids can earn patches, buttons and more as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine. Free. Imperial Beach, Tijuana Estuary, 301 Caspian Way, San Diego. trnerr.org/ jr-rangers.

friday Mac’s Kids Corner – 10-11am. Is your child fascinated by trains and moving toys? Then this is the play group and story time for you. Come and meet parents and make new friends while in a learning environment. There are lots of indoor and outdoor fun activities for the kids including stories about trains, crafts, puppets, paints and more. Included with admission. Balboa Park, San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, San Diego. sdmrm.org.

Go Ice Skating at Poway Ice Arena – 1:454:30pm. Bundle up in warm clothes and go enjoy a public skate session for all ages and skating levels at Poway Ice Arena. The whole family can do this activity together as a fun and novel way to get some exercise. $12 admission; $3 skate rentals. Poway Ice Arena, 2455 Kerran St, San Diego. PowayIce. TheRinks.com.

San Diego River Coalition – 3-4:30pm. 3rd Fri. Meet other people interested in the river, to exchange ideas and experiences, and to learn the latest news about the San Diego River Park. Open to the public. Mission Valley Library, Community Rm, 2123 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, 92108.

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Friday Night Liberty – 5-9pm. 1st Fri. Evening of free open artist studios, galleries and performances throughout NTC Arts and Cultural District at Liberty Station. NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, 92106. More info, Whitney Roux: 619-573-9300. WRoux@ NTCFoundation.org.

saturday Guided Bird Walk – 8-10am. 3rd Sat. Join MTRP trail guide and resident birder Jeanne Raimond for an adventure in bird watching. If you have binoculars and/or a field guide, please bring them.

For location: MTRP.org.

Wildlife Tracking Walks – 8:30-10:30am. 1st Sat. Learn to recognize and identify various signs left behind by resident wildlife. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-6683281. MTRP.org.

San Elijo Lagoon Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. 3rd Sat. Locations vary, and activities typically include habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, planting of new native plants, trash pickup and removal and trail maintenance. More info: SanElijo.org.

Ruffin Canyon Care Restoration – 9am-Noon.

1st Sat. Bring gloves and hand tools if have, but loaners available. Wear hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes and long sleeves. Ruffin Canyon, 9298 Shawn Ave, San Diego. RSVP: 619-297-7380.

Dog Beach Cleanup – 9am-Noon. 2nd Sat. You and your friendly dog are invited to join Friends of Dog Beach at our regular beach cleanups. All cleanup supplies provided, along with treats for you and your dog. Dog Beach, North Ocean Beach.

More info: 619-523-1700. DogWash.com/html/ BeachCleanup.htm.

Yoga in the Garden – 9:30-10:30am. Get in touch with nature, relax your body and renew your spirit.

Basic yoga flow format. No prior yoga experience required. $10/drop-in. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. More info: AltaVistaGardens.org.

Guided Nature Walk – 9:30-11am, Sun, Wed, Sat. Guided walk from the Visitor Center on one of three trails. Learn about the history, geology, plants, animals and ecology of the park. Free.

Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619668-3281. MTRP.org.

Free Garden Tour – 10am. Tour the lush, colorful and water-wise garden with a knowledgeable garden docent. Bring your questions and hear the secrets and stories that make our garden special.

Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614.

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Free Family Arts Activities – 10am. 2nd Sat. Explore various artistic mediums. Materials provided.

All ages welcome. Free. California Center for the Arts, Art and Education Studios, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, 92925. ArtCenter.org.

Kids in the Garden – 10am-Noon. 2nd Sat. New topic each month. $5/child (accompanied adults free); free/members. Alta Vista Gardens, Children’s Garden, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Reserve: 760-822-6824 or FarmerJones@ AltaVistaGardens.org. AltaVistaGardens.org.

Ride the Trains at Poway – 10am-4pm. All aboard. Little train lovers can go to Poway-Midland Railroad every Saturday. Adults/$2.50-$3.50; $1/ Kids. Poway-Midland Railroad, 14134 Midland Rd, San Diego. PowayMidlandRR.org.

Famosa Slough Work Party – 1-2:30pm. 3rd Sat. Meet along W Pt Loma Blvd about 200 ft east of the corner of Famosa Blvd and W Pt Loma Blvd.

RSVP: 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org.

Birding Basics Class – 1-2:30pm. Last Sat. Join MTRP trail guide and knowledgeable birder Winona Sollock for a class to learn five simple techniques for identifying birds at a glance and how to use a field guide. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org.

Old Town State Native Plant Landscape – 1-3pm. 2nd Sat. Do some work at the Old Town Native Plant Landscape, a recreation of the landscape that provided for the needs of Native Americans in

our region before the arrival of Europeans in 1769.

Old Town State Historic Park, corner of Taylor St and Congress St, San Diego, 92110. More info: FieldTrips@cnpssd.org.

Friends of Famosa Slough Bird Walk – 1-3pm.

3rd Sat. An easy walk with good views of a variety of birds and salt marsh habitat. Free. Meet at the kiosk by the corner of Famosa Blvd and W Pt Loma Blvd, San Diego, 92138. 619-224-4591.

FamosaSlough.org.

University Heights Point Restoration – 1:303:30pm. 1st Sat. Projects range from trash pickup, non-native plant removal, planting native plants and trail maintenance. 6800 Easton Ct, San Diego, 92120. Contact Ranger Jason: 619-235-5262 or JWallen@SanDiego.gov.

CSA San Diego Support Group Meeting – 2pm.

4th Sat. The Celiac Sprue Association is a national support organization that provides information and referral services for persons with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis. Rady Children’s Medical Office Bldg, 3030 Children’s Way, San Diego, 92123. GlutenFreeInSD.com.

Home Grown Community Gardening Classes – 2-3pm. 4th Sat. With Diane Hollister, master gardener and composter. Garden and grow food in one’s own back yard. Pre-registration required.

Free. El Corazon Senior Center, 3302 Senior Center Dr, Oceanside, 92056. 800-262-4167.

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