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moved here in 1994, and like most everyone who visits our area, I fell in love with its beauty: the beaches, marshes and waterways, the massive old oaks dripping with Spanish moss, the lush gardens, architecture and food. I could not imagine wanting to live anywhere else, even though I have lived in beautiful places before, including the mountains of North Carolina, Germany and the desert Southwest.

But the traffic and the rapid development of the past few years have made me question if my love of the area will last. Just this week, a cable snapped on the bridge to Daniel Island and the already trying traffic turned into a full-fledged nightmare. I still love the area, but the rose-colored glasses are off. We can’t ignore the problems we face with excessive development threatening to overtake the beauty of the natural spaces that brought us here to begin with. We can’t ignore the lack of affordable housing, the income disparity and the many challenges that face us.

Johns Island has taken on much of the burden of Charleston’s explosive growth as anyone who tries to drive there around 5 p.m. can attest. It is also one of the largest islands on the East Coast, but there is very limited public access to water. Local Willis Tant formed Local Pulse, LLC, to do something about it. They are raising funds to secure land and give public access to water in the center of the booming Johns Island community.

This includes 14 acres of fresh, spring-fed ponds and a vision of a gathering place with nature programming, a multicultural community center and a circular economy commerce space. To learn more and help support this project, go to LocalPulseJI.com.

Others are coming together to create an intentional community on 39 acres on Johns Island. Chrysalis Forest founders are “committed to a core set of values that include being responsible stewards of the land, supporting the spiritual and personal evolution of its members and cultivating a healthy, vibrant and diverse community of changemakers, healers and artists.” Read about it on page 17.

Inspiration can be found by examining how other cities have faced their challenges and made their communities more livable. Read about them in our feature on page 16. I am also excited by the prospect of our area becoming one of the next Blue Zones Projects, which is a great opportunity for us to evaluate how to make our community healthier and more livable. Read more at BlueZones.com/Services/Blue-Zones-Project.

The first part of solving a problem is recognizing that we have one. I am hopeful we can come together to come up with creative solutions that preserve the beauty and uniqueness of this amazing area and make it more livable for all.

One of my favorite tasks each month is deciding on a cover. When I saw this painting by Murrells Inlet artist Heather Gillmer, I felt like I was on that boat with those two dogs, relaxed and loving life. Heather tells me that was what she hoped to convey when she painted it. I hope you get that feeling from it too. For all the dads out there, consider this cover with man’s best friend a tribute to you. Happy Father’s Day!

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he Mount Pleasant Town Council approved the largest plastic bag and foam container ban in the state by an eight-to-one vote on April 10 to a standing ovation by local residents and environmental groups in the city of 85,000 residents.

The ban that takes effect in one year prohibits single-use plastic bags with some exceptions, such as packaged bags for garbage and pet waste, newspaper and dry-cleaning bags, and bags for some medical products, meat and fish.

It also prohibits businesses from providing food in disposable containers containing polystyrene or plastic foam, the sale of foam coolers, packing peanuts and plastic straws. Violations will result in a warning, escalating to fines that start at $200. Supporters celebrate this as a major victory for area waterways, marine life and the environment.

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elf-taught artist Heather Gillmer works primarily in acrylic paint to express her journey of inspiration in the natural world. Her affiliation with the coast is reflected in her work, and she prefers working with bright color palettes to bring positive energy to her viewers.

Going Home depicts the breathtaking sunsets reflected along the water in the inlet. It reminds us of the calm feelings of wellness evoked by nature. The dogs guide the viewer through the scene toward the distant, brightly colored horizon, allowing our thoughts to drift toward a state of tranquility.

Heather’s work has been sold across the country, and the paintings can be seen during the summer season along the Marshwalk in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, where she resides.

View her work, visit HeatherGillmerArt on Instagram.

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ccording to the Coastal Conservation League, senate majority leader Shane Massey confirmed the senate would not consider House Bill 3529 before the end of the legislative session, essentially killing the bill. It proposed that plastic bag bans would not be up to local municipalities, but rather would be decided solely by the general assembly.

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The South Carolina Environmental Law Project (SCELP) reports that the South Carolina Supreme Court reversed the authorization of the 2,513-foot bulkhead along the banks of the Kiawah River at Captain Sam’s Spit. The Kiawah Development Partners wanted this vertical wall and an associated revetment to develop this fragile and dynamic 150-acre barrier island habitat.

The Supreme court unanimously ruled that the administrative law judge’s authorization of the bulkhead structure was erroneous and contrary to all the evidence indicating that the structure would fail and eliminate the existing public trust shoreline and its uses.

The court agreed to keep the 270 feet of bulkhead and revetment in front of the parking lot at Beachwalker Park only. The Kiawah Development Partners could petition the court for rehearing, but SCELP believes it is unlikely, given the strong language in the court opinion on this matter.

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Explore international wines and enjoy a sampling of tasty culinary delights at a Wine Tasting Fundraiser ($20) hosted by Mark Patterson on June 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. Patterson has been involved in the food and beverage industry for 25 years as a fine dining server (continued on page 8)

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he AARP Public Policy Institute developed the Livability Index as a web-based tool to measure community livability. Users can search the Index by address, ZIP Code, or community to find an overall livability score, as well as a score for each of seven major categories. Scores range from 0 to 100. Users can also can also customize the Index to place higher or lower emphasis on the livability features of most importance to them.

The website provides resources to help consumers and policymakers use livability scores to effect change in their communities. It is the first tool of its kind to measure livability broadly at the neighborhood level for the entire country, and it is intended to inform and encourage people to take action to make their communities more livable.

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Energy Drinks Hurt Youth Health More than half of teens and young adults that have slaked their thirst with energy drinks report consequently suffering negative health consequences, reports a new study from Canada’s University of Waterloo. Of 2,055 Canadian participants between ages 12 and 24, 55.4 percent said they had negative health events afterwards. Of these, 26.5 percent trembled and felt jittery, 24.7 percent had faster heartbeats and 22.5 percent noted “jolt and crash” episodes—a spell of alertness followed by a sudden drop in energy. Another 5.1 percent experienced nausea or diarrhea and 0.2 percent, seizures. Most respondents said they drank only one or two energy drinks at a time.

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In the first scientific study of facial exercise, 27 middle-aged women that performed specific facial muscle movements looked an average of two-anda-half years younger in 20 weeks based on a standardized scale called the Merz-Carruthers Facial Aging Photoscales. By doing the exercises for 30 minutes each day or every other day, the fullness of both the upper and lower cheeks, in particular, of the women were significantly enhanced, report Northwestern University researchers.

“The exercises enlarge and strengthen the facial muscles, so the face becomes firmer and more toned and shaped like a younger face,” says lead author Murad Alam, a

Cardiovascular exercise improves a person’s healthy gut microbes even without making dietary changes, University of Illinois researchers report. In a study of 32 people, 30 to 60 minutes of exercise three times a week for six weeks boosted levels of healthy intestinal bacteria, especially for lean subjects, and less so for the obese. The healthy bacteria produced short-chain fatty acids that reduce the risk of colon cancer.

“The bottom line is that there are clear differences in how the microbiome of somebody who is obese versus somebody who is lean responds to exercise,” says Jeffrey Woods, Ph.D., a kinesiology professor at the university.

Seek 15 Minutes of Device-Free Time When we’re feeling angry, stressed or overexcited, just 15 minutes of being alone without a device can put us into a more peaceful state, reports a University of Rochester study.

Young adults, sitting in a comfortable chair away from their devices, were given something to read, told to think about something specific or not given any instruction. Some were asked to sit alone for 15 minutes a day for a week and keep a diary. In all cases, such solo time away from devices helped reduce intense emotions afterward.

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Preterm Births Down After Coal Plant Shutdown After a polluting coal-fired power plant in Pennsylvania was shut down in 2014 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory action, the chances of women living 30 miles downwind having a preterm birth fell by about 28 percent, report Lehigh University researchers. While the plant was operating, women in affluent New Jersey communities downwind had a 17 percent greater risk of having babies of very low birth weights—less than 5.5 pounds—than did women in other similar affluent areas.

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Scientists Discover Alcohol-Cancer Link Alcohol has been linked to seven types of cancer, including breast and bowel, and scientists at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, in Cambridge, UK, have tracked down a possible cause. In lab tests, they found that when the body processes alcohol, acetaldehyde is produced. Acetaldehyde alters and damages DNA within blood stem cells, leading to rearranged chromosomes and a greater likelihood of cancer.

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Mangoes Carry Health Benefits Mangoes contain potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties that may prove useful in treating gastrointestinal disease, cognitive decline and diabetes, report scientists at the University of Palermo, in Italy.

Also, Texas A&M researchers have found that 300 people with Crohn’s disease that ate 200 to 400 grams of commercially available frozen mangoes daily for eight weeks had fewer digestive symptoms, improved inflammation biomarkers and less colon cancer-linked molecules in their digestive tracts.

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The Story of American Sleep Deprivation

by Dana Blalock

Fifty percent of those over the age of 50 suffer from sleep apnea, and up to 90 percent remain undiagnosed. It often it shows up as insomnia, low-T (testosterone), low thyroid, frequent nighttime urination or poor sleep quality. It’s not just about snoring. Instead of resting, our bodies are fighting for oxygen and working overtime. When the body is supposed to be entering deep, refreshing sleep, it is being interrupted by a shot of cortisol from the body to get the airway open again.

Untreated sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, insomnia, heart issues, strokes, periodontal disease, memory issues, depression, impotence, acid reflux and even auto accidents.

Many people associate sleep apnea with large, middle-age or older men, but that is not always the case.

Dentists are screening and treating young and middle-aged, petite women that have struggled with sleep for years. This usually occurs after they have been treated with thyroid medication, bioidentical hormones, sleeping pills and vitamins. More often than not they have moderate to severe sleep apnea that can be treated with a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device or an oral appliance.

These are typically covered by medical insurance instead of dental insurance.

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Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

A new Ukrainian homebuilding startup called Passivdom uses a 3-D printing robot to produce parts for tiny houses.

The machine can print the walls, roof and floor of the company’s 380-square-foot model in about eight hours. The windows, doors and self-contained plumbing, sewage and self-electrical systems are then added by a human worker. Solar energy is stored in a battery.

Filtered water collects from humidity in the air. Prices start at $64,000 per house (Passivedom).

M.A.DI., in Italy, produces prefabricated A-frame houses in five sizes that can be set up anywhere. The basic model is rated an energy class B, but can be upgraded with an option of adding solar panels to make the structures energy-independent.

Homes made by Lifehaus blend low-cost, off-grid appeal with holistic living and luxurious details. The Lebanon company is pioneering energy-neutral dwellings made from locally sourced and recycled materials. Green home dwellers will also be able to generate electricity and grow their own food.

At the North American Climate Summit in Chicago last December, more than 50 mayors from around the globe signed the Chicago Climate Charter, intended to guide cities toward reaching greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals similar to the Paris climate accord. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says each mayor will pursue a customized plan, noting, “We’re all going to get to the same destination in our own way.” President Trump’s intended exit from the Paris agreement has sparked an uproar from leaders worldwide, especially mayors in cities long committed to reducing emissions.

Dozens of cities are committed to 100 percent clean and renewable energy goals and pledged to promote clean transit through using zero-emissions buses.

Emanuel believes, “Climate change can be solved by human action.” Cities’ actions now may well pay off in the long run.

Deadly Cargo Oil Spill Threatens Ocean Ecology

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severely impact important reefs, fishing grounds and protected marine areas in Japan. They are also concerned by the toxic nature of the ultra-light, highly flammable oil and unknown impacts. Simon Boxall, with the centre, notes, “It’s not like crude, which does break down under natural microbial action. This stuff actually kills the microbes that break the oil down.”

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Cincinnati has contracted with the energy company Dynegy to purchase 100 percent renewable energy to operate most of its municipal facilities through at least 2021.

The green energy will power police and fire stations, health clinics, recreation centers and most administrative buildings, including city hall.

The city’s greenhouse gas emissions will be cut by more than 9 percent and its utility rates by more than $100,000 annually. The deal will bring the city closer to its goal of running on 100 percent renewable energy by 2035.

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A week-long beach cleanup and audit at Freedom Island in the Philippines last September exposed the companies most responsible for plastic pollution in the critical wetland habitat. The Greenpeace Philippines and #breakfreefromplastic movement audit, the first of its kind in the country, revealed that Nestlé, Unilever and the Indonesian company PT Torabika Mayora are the top three contributors of plastic waste discovered in the area, contributing to the more than 2 million tons of mismanaged plastic waste in the Philippines, the thirdbiggest source of plastic ocean pollution per year. See the whole list at Tinyurl. com/TopTenPolluters.

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Click on a Campsite Website Opens Up Private Land to Campers

A Portland startup online at LandApart. com is expanding the share-economy Airbnb-model concept to private landowners and campers. People that want to camp or rent a cabin in a beautiful area can pay a private landowner for access. CEO Ven Gist says the move is in part a response to sometimes crowded public lands that often cannot be reserved. He says, “We’re basically collaborating with landowners to open up new wild spaces that people can find and book for truly secluded, unique outdoor experiences.” Prices average between $30 and $40 per night. Find an introductory video at Gust.com/companies/landapart.

Green Team Seattle Mariners Win Eco-Award

CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field, homes of the National Football League Seahawks and Major League Baseball (MLB) Mariners, respectively, introduced a Strawless in Seattle campaign last September. More than 100 local businesses joined with the Lonely Whale Foundation to help eliminate plastic waste.

Safeco Field is the most sustainable baseball facility today, recycling 96 percent of all waste generated last season. As a result, the Mariners earned MLB’s Green Glove Award for 2017. Every food service item is recyclable or compostable, and cleaning crews manually separate waste items from recyclables after every game.

The Mariners have been playing under energy-efficient LED lights since 2014, the first MLB ball club to do so. The team also added a 450-squarefoot urban garden before the 2016 season that provides fresh vegetables and herbs for the concession stands.

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Founder Kristine Petersons who has taught in both, noticed the gap between adult artist communities and the lack of options for young students enthusiastic about art. She says, “The benefits of an art guild or community are numerous, and include creative inspiration, motivation and accountability through peer and professional networking, as well as charity through art, artist empowerment, and exhibition opportunities.” Peterson gained this insight as the youngest member of one of the local adult art guilds.

Peterson watched her students struggle to develop and maintain a passionate

practice of creating art outside the classroom. There was a need for peer encouragement, inspiration and connection with successful adult artists. “Board members Morgan Nuss and Elizabeth Anderson, parents of our first young artist member, have been essential in the development of this organization, immediately seeing its inherent value and rallying for its growth and success,” says Peterson.

The service provided by Charleston Young Artists Guild is twofold, serving both young artists and the greater Charleston region.

“It provides students with diverse experiences and perspectives, and it unites them with opportunities to discover the reality that their voices and their art matters,” advises Peterson.

“We want these young artists, once grasping the value of their creativity, to then use their artwork to communicate ideas that can help others. These young artists will grow up and hopefully provide a strong, educated community of adult artists who keep visual arts deeply embedded into

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The organization is comprised of young artists in grades four through 12. Members attend monthly guild meetings to learn such aspects of artistic life as meeting etiquette and organization, visual art production techniques, career exploration and charity toward others through the visual arts.

Volunteer opportunities are available for local artists to open their studios or offer their time to share skills and wisdom with guild members. “Camela Guevara, outreach coordinator for Artist & Craftsman Supply, a local art supply store, has generously given demonstrations for our members, opening their eyes to the latest art supplies available to them,” notes Peterson. “Local printmaking studio Ink Meets Paper opened their doors to us to show us the fascinating and preserved art of analog printing on centuries-old machines.”

Volunteering also involves Lowcountry business owners offering their spaces as exhibition venues. “Everyone can help sustain the appreciation and celebration of our young artist members’ artwork through purchases or promotion,” explains Peterson.

“We are currently displaying and selling blank notecard sets with our members’ artwork on them, and we’d love to have our notecards in your local business!” Income from the cards and art goes to the membership of the Guild for generating more art or is donated to other local charities.

Charleston Young Artists Guild membership has doubled in its second year, and early projects include painting the Folly Boat, cultivating community at a booth at the North Charleston Arts Festival (NorthCharlestonArtsFest.com) and organizing an art walk through downtown Charleston galleries, culminating in meeting noted artist Ken Hamilton.

The Guild also helps members submit artwork to local and national exhibitions and competitions and they participate in local art events such as the Book Nook Mural, hosted by Redux and EnoughPie. Recently, they participated in Unplug, Daniel Island, a 24-hour-long community fast from technology, by hosting a Zen Coloring activity that invited people of all ages to slow down, socialize and create as an alternative to being plugged in all the time.

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out of their door to the shops or transit and be among others they recognize who also recognize them,” observes Suzanne Lennard, director of the International Making Cities Livable Conferences, LLC, in Portland, Oregon. “People who have traveled abroad, especially to Europe, and tasted the quality of life possible in a truly livable, walkable, beautiful and sociable city, often want to find such a place to live themselves.”

Following are a few examples of America’s many livable cities. More are transitioning and evolving as city planners, government officials, businesses and nonprofit community organizations strive to make their hometowns both people- and planet-friendly, often through public and private partnerships.

In Pittsburgh, revitalization is transforming 10,000 parcels of vacant or abandoned land—some where steel mills formerly operated—into greenspace, bike lanes and other enticing and productive public areas.

“Biking and our food scene have exploded,” says Chris Sandvig, director of policy with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group, which advocates for equitable urban revitalization through their Vacant Property Working Group, helping com-

Key elements of smart cities—sensors, cameras, data analytics and powerful networks that capture and relay vital information— help them become more energy-efficient or quicker to respond to environmental and residential issues. Such products highlighted the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Reducing traffic can also contribute to safer highways and shorter commutes with decreased greenhouse gas emissions.

“Citizens are using apps to monitor

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any people define a livable city as one that is easy to get around in by foot, bike or public transportation. Many also prioritize ready access to fresh, local, organic food via farmers’ markets and community gardens.

Others champion affordable housing and cost of living factors, safe neighborhoods with a diversity of people, careful stewardship of clean air and water, and plentiful amenities, including considerable open space and natural settings. Many work to preserve and enhance a sense of place suited to the locale.

Partners for Livable Communities, a national nonprofit in Washington, D.C., that renews and restores communities, maintains, “Livability is the sum of the factors that add up to a community’s quality of life, including the built and natural environments, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational opportunity and cultural, entertainment and recreation possibilities.” The American Association of Retired Persons considers livable communities as age-friendly for young and old alike.

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munities access blighted areas for pennies on the dollar. “We’re now one of the top 10 bicycling commuter cities in the country.

People also come here as food tourists due to vibrant local agricultural activity.”

“A related ideal is to create compact, human-scale, mixed-use urban centers in the suburbs that are less expensive to construct— and thus remain more affordable—while placing shops, schools, parks, services, workplaces and public transit within walking and biking distance,” Lennard notes. “This ensures a healthy, affordable and high quality of life for all; suburban, as well as urban.”

Fast-growing Carmel, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis, is following suit. “After years of watching the suburbs sprawl into subdivisions with large lawns, privacy fences and cul-de-sacs, we created a vibrant central core with apartments, townhomes, condos and new options for smaller homes—all within walking distance or a short bike ride to new places to work, shop and dine,” explains Mayor James Brainard. The design efforts serve people instead of cars.

“Carmel has spent the last 20-plus years building more than 900 miles of trails and multi-use pathways, enabling residents to commute by bicycle to work and enjoy easy access to a growing number of parks and recreational areas,” says Brainard. To facilitate traffic flow, some 100 roundabouts replaced stoplights and four-way stops.

“Reducing traffic congestion has improved our air quality, and saved gasoline and lives.” A new, mixed-use downtown Arts and Design District includes a Center for the Performing Arts with a Center Green that hosts a farmers’ market in summer and an outdoor Christkindlmarkt and outdoor skating rink in winter.

“The old way of doing things in which cities and towns sat back and let the market dictate how a community should be grown must come to an end,” remarks Brainard, advocating the benefits of local governance.

issues and alert city managers, improving the livability of their communities,” explains Steve Koenig, senior director of market research with the Consumer Technology Association.

In Boston, the app BOS:311 allows residents to instantaneously notify government departments of pollution concerns, like blocked drains and other environmental or community needs, feeding the information directly into the city’s work order system via their mobile phone. This real-time collaboration results in a cleaner, safer and healthier city.

The Envision Charlotte project encompasses interactive kiosks in 64 businesses and government buildings citywide, gathering energy usage data for office buildings to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So far, energy consumption has dropped 19 percent, saving companies about $26 million. The program has strengthened economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.

Nature in the City

Some cities have focused on the natural environment for improving local livability while mitigating contributions to climate change. Forested open spaces, wetlands and protected watersheds improve air quality, protect drinking water and buffer intense storms. Such areas also connect more people with nature and engage them in communal and healthy outdoor recreation.

Portland, Oregon, boasts more than 10,000 acres of parks, plus an innovative Biketown sharing program that has facilitated 160,000 bike trips since its launch in 2016.

The city’s Bike Bill requires all new streets to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians by design. Portland also embraces urban gardens and allows residents to raise chickens, bees, goats or rabbits in their backyards.

No one wants to live where pollution runs unchecked or water is unsafe to drink.

Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program works to keep stormwater out of sewers and reduce rainwater runoff through decentralized soil-based and plant-based systems, including pervious pavement, green roofs and rain gardens. Begun in 2011, its goal is to reduce rainwater runoff by 85 percent by 2036. Rainwater has become a valuable community resource.

The program is just one of many ways that the City of Brotherly Love is transforming itself into one of the greenest in the United States. Overseen by the city’s Office of Sustainability, Greenworks Philadelphia

devises long-term sustainability strategies that encompass eight facets, including clean and efficient energy, carbon-neutrality and zero waste. Preparations are already underway to cope with a hotter, wetter future.

Preserving a Sense of Place

Making communities livable goes beyond infrastructure. Actions usually involve preserving, protecting and enhancing what appeals to residents. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is one example of many where livability priorities are guided by the values of its residents and its sense of place.

“From our historic public square and marketplaces to outdoor cafes, farmers’ markets and community festivals; from human-scale architecture and balanced transportation to pedestrian and bicycle networks, this place represents shared values,” says Mayor Javier M. Gonzales.

“Santa Fe is also full of public art. The city is designed to be safe, creative and inspiring for young and old, families of all kinds and everyone else that comes to see us.”

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Ultimately, making cities move livable for children can make them highly livable for all. “Children need the same things from a city that we all need, but their needs are greater than ours,” says Lennard. “The environment a child grows up in shapes their health and their mental and social development for the rest of their lives. Our modern, unwalkable suburban environments are contributing to childhood obesity, which has been widely linked to chronic diseases that in the past were only associated with old age.”

She notes, “Children need the exercise of walking or biking to school. They need safe streets so they can become independent and explore their neighborhoods; sidewalks and other outdoor areas where they can play, meet friends and interact with adults in the community; easy access to nature; beauty in their environment; and intriguing architecture, works of art and other places to stimulate their affection and imagination. As they become teenagers, they need access by foot or bike to a wide variety of resources to broaden their horizons. Don’t we all need these things?”

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hrysalis Forest is a budding intentional community on Johns Island focused on fostering meaningful connections among its members, the wider community and the 39 acres of forest in which it is taking root. Although the contours of Chrysalis Forest are still being formed, the founders are committed to a core set of values that include being responsible stewards of the land, supporting the spiritual and personal evolution of its members and cultivating a healthy, vibrant and diverse community of changemakers, healers and artists.

Clustered small dwellings and intergenerational housing built using ecologically sustainable materials and lowimpact design innovations are planned, along with a communal kitchen, dining area and permaculture garden that will be the heart of the community. Affordability is a high priority, as Chrysalis Forest aims to be a place where those committed to positive social change can not only live, but thrive, in a connected community.

Montessori teacher Lynne Lovelace, a founding member, awakens in her students a deep appreciation for the natural world; bringing Chrysalis Forest into being is a natural extension of her life’s work. “Opening to the natural world leads us to a quality of presence that reintroduces us to the childlike joy of exploration” says Lovelace. The founders are deeply committed to aligning human activities with the cherishing of nature through alternative waste treatment systems, a shared economy that includes ride and car sharing, alternative energy and carbon-negative building.

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eter Gros, co-host of the original Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom TV show, wildlife expert and environmental conservationist, now educates groups of young people that spend more time on their handheld devices than they do outdoors.

His message impresses upon the next generation the importance of wildlife and open spaces as they gift us with heartfelt awe and balance, and engage us with nature to offset manmade lives.

His 30 years of field experiences include serving as a wildlife lecturer and licensed U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor. An active member of the American Zoo and Aquariums Association and the Zoological Association of America, Gros is also on the board of directors of the Suisun Marsh Natural History Association and a trustee for the Cheetah Conservation Fund. He lives in Seattle and spends time in national forests when not speaking to groups.

Which animals are most often displaced by development so that we now share space with them?

Deer, raccoons, alligators and coyotes are common neighbors, depending on where you live. The deer population used to be controlled by natural predators like wolves; without wolves, deer can overpopulate.

The best thing to remember is that animals go where there’s a food supply. Gardens attract deer; cat or dog food left out

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brings raccoons. Coyotes and alligators must lose their fear of humans in order to eat. Don’t feed, tease or interact with them. Take photos from a distance. Call your local government animal agency for help or referral to a licensed animal rehabber before “rescuing” an abandoned baby; mothers often spend periods of time away hunting for food.

Why are some animals in danger of being killed on sight?

We react to snakes, wolves and bats from a place of unfounded fears: snakes don’t have facial expressions, are seen as cold or slimy and move quickly; wolves are dangerous; bats can tangle in your hair. These are all tall tales. Animals want to avoid us.

We’ve reacted to our own fears with needless snake roundups, bounties on wolves and panic when a tiny bat swoops by. Historically, there have been no attacks on humans by wolves, and reintroducing them into Yellowstone National Park has restored a natural balance. Snakes keep disease-carrying rodents away. Bats use their radar to steer clear.

We need to understand each animal’s purpose and place in nature. Feeding wildlife corrupts natural behaviors and removes their fear of humans. When we deem them a nuisance or inconvenient, we treat them like they’re disposable and have no value. It’s better for everyone to enjoy the fact that animals are there and keep our distance.

Who else is working to educate people about the importance of wildlife and habitat?

Zoos used to be concrete-enclosed collections of animals. Now they are education centers, offering enrichment programs and improved natural habitats to keep the animals active and interested. Waterfalls, swimming pools, trees, puzzles and toys that prompt animals to mimic hunting behaviors help keep a resident animal’s mind and body active.

Breeding programs help maintain endangered species. We’re able to study and learn about a species while caring for them. One breeding program I worked with focused on spotted and striped big cats: the leopards and tigers. In another, we used incubators to hatch eggs among a threatened ostrich population. In Big Sur, California, condors have been raised with puppets so they wouldn’t imprint on humans before being released. Nature and science centers across the country are also teaching people about the importance of animals.

What makes you hopeful for the future?

Each of us can make a daily difference in preserving our natural world. I’ve been fortunate in being able to showcase wild animals, help endangered or protected species and share what I’ve learned in educational forums.

Good news includes sighting of the black-footed ferret, once thought to be extinct. Mountain lions are recovering.

We are learning from past mistakes. A big lesson is that what nature provides isn’t in endless supply, so we must be wise and frugal with all of our natural resources.

What are you most passionate about?

No one should have a wild or exotic animal as a pet. The animals I show to audiences were bottle-raised or rescued. They can’t be released and so have become animal ambassadors. When people see them, they better understand the importance of nature and wildlife to people and the planet. I’m passionate about preserving wildlife and open spaces.

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rom red carpets to Teen Vogue magazine, the natural beauty trend has taken the industry by storm. Consumer whims may have sparked its beginnings more than a decade ago, but demand is now spiking profits into the billions.

“Consumer need is influencing retailers to offer cleaner formulas reflecting firm ecovalues,” says Karen Behnke, the pioneering entrepreneur who founded Juice Beauty, in San Rafael, California. Behnke aimed to create meaningful change in the industry when she assembled her dream team 13 years ago.

The company now owns a trailblazing patent and sets the standard for clinical organics.

“We’re excited that traditional department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Holt Renfrew are adding our products to their beauty departments,” says Behnke, who attributes Juice Beauty’s tremendous growth in recent years to a surge of interest in chemical-free, luxury alternatives.

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pages/greenbeauty for details). Reputable scientific studies revealing parabens in breast cancer biopsies have demonstrated that everything applied to the skin also enters the bloodstream, hence the effectiveness of dermal nicotine and birth control patches. Thus, it can be alarming to realize that the average woman will unknowingly consume seven pounds of lipstick containing petroleum-based emollients, synthetic preservatives and artificial dyes during a lifetime, undoubtedly another reason consumers are switching to natural options.

Katey Denno, a Los Angeles makeup artist to the stars, noticed cosmetic red flags early in her career. “The first time I turned over a palette that most makeup artists carry and saw specific colors that couldn’t be used on eyes or lips, I was confused; if something isn’t safe for lips or eyes, how can it be good for any part of us?” queries Denno, who switched from social work to makeup artistry 11 years ago. “The change in the industry has been substantial. Now green is mainstream, and most artists have included some green beauty brands in their kits.”

Millennials continue to drive consumer demand for higher standards. “Retailers

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Women are fueling the natural beauty movement, yet more men than ever are also seeking healthy alternatives. Grooming products with unisex packaging and fragrances are among top sellers. Informed teen and 20-something buyers are inclined to choose people- and eco-friendly brands that are also cruelty-free.

A wide selection of aluminum-free, natural, personal care products including underarm deodorants are showing up in supermarkets. Women are ditching toxic hair dyes and going silver to avoid thinning hair and allergies, and unwittingly, creating a new fashion statement. Plus, there’s growing interest in DIY cosmetics using everyday good-for-you ingredients found in the kitchen.

Artisan perfumes are gaining popularity among women that want the mystery and allure of fragrance without the side effects of manmade, chemical-based brands.

“Some new customers are frustrated by commercial products giving them headaches, while others say that they just don’t like perfume, when what they actually don’t like is synthetic fragrance chemicals,” says Ananda Wilson, a botanical perfumer and owner of Gather Perfume, in South Hadley, Massachusetts.

“It’s inspiring when they smell real plant scents and see how their world lights up! The molecules in natural perfumes are active and interact with personal chemistry, so they unfold differently on each wearer, creating a unique signature and experience.”

Wilson ventured into botanical blends when both awareness and supplies of appropriate ingredients were scarce. “Perfume history is largely rooted in natural materials, but until recently, there was a mass blackout of this precious lineage.

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understand that the skincare/makeup landscape is changing,” advises Behnke.

“Traditional brands are no longer attracting younger consumers that are demanding organic, clinically validated products.”

Denno concurs, stating, “The spotlight on clean products comes from the growing acknowledgement that we can and must do all we can to lower our overall toxic load.”

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When I started, there was barely anything available, and only through a handful of aromatherapy companies,” she explains.

Now, Wilson bases her products on botanical infusions from plants she’s grown or collected, including wild beach roses, clover and spring poplar buds.

It only takes a whiff to dispel the myth that natural perfumes lack sophistication or tenacity. “Naturals have a breadth of possibilities—opulent white florals, fresh and clean, or dirty and smoky,” expounds Wilson.

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etting enough sleep—or not—has a trickle-down effect. A study in the Journal of Obesity shows that good quality shut-eye helps us reduce stress, lose weight and function better.

Research also shows that most Americans would be healthier, happier and safer going about their daily activities if they slept 60 to 90 more minutes each night, according to the American Psychological Association. A consistent sleep routine helps enable a good night’s rest, with activities like going to bed at the same time whenever possible; shutting down the Internet, email and text messaging at least an hour before bedtime; and limiting intake of caffeine and alcohol.

Another best practice is eating foods that help us relax, fall and stay asleep. Four primary sleep-promoting vitamins and minerals naturally found in foods are tryptophan, magnesium, calcium and vitamin B6. Some of these help the body produce melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s sleep/wake patterns called circadian rhythms. Others enhance serotonin, which carries nerve signals and relays messages in the brain related to mood and sleep.

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Some foods are naturally packed with these essential vitamins and minerals, and eating certain foods at certain times can help us tip the scale towards a successful night of restful sleep.

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Kiwi. Full of vitamins C and E, serotonin and folate, kiwi can help us sleep longer. In a study at Taipei Medical University, in Taiwan, researchers had participants eat two kiwifruits one hour before bedtime for four weeks.

Total sleep time improved by 13.4 percent.

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Soy. In a Japanese study published in the Nutrition Journal, researchers surveyed 1,076 participants between 20 and 78 on how often they ate soy products, which are rich in sleep-enhancing isoflavones. Those that ate the most soy foods enjoyed deeper, more sustained sleep. Researchers concluded that soy’s isoflavones help regulate the sleep/wake cycle.

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Tart cherry juice. A study by the University of Rochester, in New York, found that older adults drinking two, eight-ounce servings of tart red cherry juice daily, one in the morning and one at night for two weeks, enjoyed moderate sleep improvement, comparable to taking the herb valerian and melatonin.

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Fish. Salmon, halibut, mackerel and tuna help boost the production of vitamin B6, which helps make melatonin. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania published in Scientific Reports found that eating more fish led both to better sleep and improved cognitive function in children.

Research found that men that ate two bananas at a time for a week had a rise in melatonin that reached a peak two hours later; pineapple juice and orange juice also raised those levels.

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Walnuts. Eating a handful of walnuts an hour before bedtime provides fibersupporting, restorative, slow-wave sleep, concluded a study in the journal Nutrition. Plus, walnuts are a good source of tryptophan, which helps make serotonin and melatonin; University of Texas researchers also found that walnuts contain their own source of melatonin.

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Fiber-rich foods. Choices such as chia seeds, nuts and whole grains help promote restorative “slow-wave” sleep, according to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

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Calcium-fortified yogurt. According to Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician in Pasadena, California, and author of The Baby Sleep Book: The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Rest for the Whole Family, “Calcium helps the brain use the amino acid tryptophan to manufacture the sleep-inducing substance melatonin. This explains why dairy products, which contain both tryptophan and calcium, are some of the top sleep-inducing foods.”

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Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, tryptophan and vitamin B6, which are used to make melatonin, bananas help promote good sleep. A study in the Journal of Pineal

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Almonds and dates. Nerina Ramlakhan, Ph.D., a London sleep therapist and author of Fast Asleep but Wide Wake: Discover the Secrets of Restorative Sleep and Vibrant Energy, counsels her clients to start at breakfast by eating eight almonds and two dates. These two fiber-rich foods are able to slowly help produce melatonin for later in the day.

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n a harried world where our work is never done, it’s tough to take timeouts to do nothing. Yet, when we pump the brakes on Americans’ obsessive drive, we discover fresh productivity, creativity and contentment.

“We’re socialized to pride ourselves on accomplishment and achievement, yet when you step back, you realize doing nothing produces a valuable currency, especially in enhanced mental health,” says Colleen Long, a Boston psychologist and author of Happiness in B.A.L.A.N.C.E: What We Know Now About Happiness.

Italians call it la dolce far niente, or the sweetness of doing nothing, while the Dutch word niksen translates as “doing something without a purpose”. Here are a few tips to reclaim the art of be-ing over do-ing.

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It can start the morning or wind down an evening. It may be meditating a few minutes or enjoying a bit of aromatherapy, wherever the heart leads.

Relax into the moment. Acknowledge

guilty feelings when they arise, but don’t heed them. It takes time to undo mental programming and learn to quiet the voice urging, “Don’t just stand there, do something!”

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Mindfully do nothing. It’s not about

vegging out with passive activities like watching TV or checking email. It’s a time to come alive to our senses and surroundings, whether listening to music or peoplewatching, free of distractions from phone calls or anxious thoughts.

Doing something is okay. The aim

is to let go of the compulsion to check off every item on our to-do list—but that doesn’t mean blankly staring off into space.

These are purposeful moments without a specific purpose. Doodle in a sketchbook, wander around the neighborhood or lie in the grass and look at clouds. Spontaneously go with the flow.

There’s no one way or right way to do nothing. “Just by carving out space,

you’ll get a benefit even if it doesn’t feel like you’re doing it right or perfectly,” advises Long. It looks different for different people.

“Before I had kids, my ‘nothing time’ might be just being out in nature or simply doing one thing mindfully at a time, like washing dishes. Now I incorporate the principle into family time. One day a week, I shut off the phone, get on the floor with my kids and just let life get messy.”

Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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The Healing Gallery

56 1/2 Queen St, Charleston 843-637-3237 TheHealingGalleryCharleston@gmail.com The-Healing-Gallery.com The Healing Gallery offers yoga, acupuncture, herbs and massage therapy in an elegant gallery in the French quarter of downtown Charleston.

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ConneCtions that nourish Your soul

Moira Duggan provides loving support and guidance in yoga, holistic health and spiritual exploration to assist you on your path to selfrealization. Group classes, workshops, events and private instruction.

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Offering Senior Yoga, Gentle Yoga and Yoga Warriors to help alleviate symptoms of stress and PTS.

Seed of Life Alternative Health Collective 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston 843-343-6726 SeedOfLifeCollective.com

The Seed of Life Collective oozes with motivation and education on fitness, nutrition, body mechanics, and the ancient teachings of ayurveda and yoga.

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Blackberry + Lemon + Mint Electrolyte Drink Yields: 4 cups 4 blackberries, fresh or frozen ½ lemon, juiced 1 mint leaf 1 Tbsp honey ⅛ tsp Hima layan pink salt 4 cups water, herbal iced tea or coconut water Place all ingredients in a blender and set on high for 45 to 60 seconds or until fruit is completely puréed.

Add ice to a water bottle and pour electrolyte water on top to serve.

Popsicle Option: Follow the same instructions, but add an additional tablespoon of honey, and then pour the electrolyte drink into popsicle molds and freeze overnight.

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t day camp or the pool, on the playing field or in the backyard, kids can get really thirsty, especially as temperatures climb. Although filtered water is always a good choice, sugary, carbonated, artificially colored and flavored beverages can be tempting. Having homemade options ready can entice kids to stay hydrated in a healthy way.

Clued-in Professionals “As a sports nutritionist and mother of ac-

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tive kids, I know there’s a lot of misinformation out there, and I get all kinds of questions from parents about what drinks are best for kids,” says Jackie Berning, Ph.D., a registered dietitian, sports nutrition consultant and professor of health science at the University of Colorado, in Colorado Springs. “Parents need to know that all beverages are not created equal when it comes to hydrating them. The best [healthful] beverages taste good when your child is active, so

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encourage their drinking more of them,” she says.

According to the National Alliance for Youth Sports, the recommended beverage contents for active kids during sports and other activities should contain at least 100 milligrams (mg) of sodium and at least 28 mg of potassium per eight ounces. It should be noncarbonated.

We asked two moms keen on nutrition how they include these elements in drinks that kids will like.

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Mom Picks Michele Olivier, the mother of daughters Elliette and Parker, views herself as both a lover of food and a control freak. The Denver, Colorado, recipe blogger started off making food for her baby and toddler. As her kids grew and their nutritional needs changed, she created new recipes, including healthy sports drinks that both balance electrolytes and hydrate.

While Elliette loves water and has no trouble staying hydrated, Parker loves juice, so Mom had to “make something that looks like juice, but is healthy,” says Olivier. Four main ingredients are a little frozen fruit left over from breakfast smoothies, a bit of honey for sweetening, a dash of Himalayan sea salt and water, or herbal tea or coconut water. She might also add fresh mint, ginger or other natural flavorings (BabyFoode.com).

Heather Dessinger, a mom of three and blogger of recipes and natural mothering tips from Santa Fe, Tennessee, makes a drink based on coconut water with lime juice, raw honey and sea salt for older kids

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With homemade drinks, we know exactly what is—and what isn’t—in them.

They can be made in batches and kept in the refrigerator. Dessinger relates, “I’ve found that when I make a batch with honey, which is naturally antimicrobial, and store it in the coldest part of the fridge, my homemade sports drink lasts for at least a week.”

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s of last year, 90 million dogs lived in American homes. Including cats, birds, fish, small animals and reptiles, the grand total is 393 million, reports the American Pet Products Association. Pets are considered family members by 95 percent of their people. Accordingly, pets are a key consideration in choosing a friendly place to live or visit.

The personal finance website WalletHub analyzed the most pet-friendly U.S. cities encompassing criteria inclusive of access to veterinarians and cost, pet insurance rates, pet-friendly restaurants, pet-centric businesses, dog parks and animal shelters. SmartAsset, a personal finance technology company, ranked cities by dog parks, pet-friendly restaurants and

“First, look for pet-friendly landlords. Space to play, socialize and exercise animals is next on my list, followed by breweries and restaurants that allow dogs on their patios,” says Alexandra Bassett, a professional dog trainer and owner of Dog Savvy Los Angeles. “I hike off-leash in Runyon Canyon and we visit the Pawbar at Pussy & Pooch, a pet lifestyle boutique, to mingle and sample treats. Food is the fastest way to make a dog comfortable in just about any setting.”

Irvine and Carlsbad, California, and Portland, Maine, are among the first cities to ban use of toxic pesticides in public areas and homes, following pressure from local groups. Being closer to the ground and smaller in size, pets suffer adverse reactions faster than humans. Contact local environmental groups to help ban harmful insecticides and herbicides in public areas.

In Pasco County, Florida, Epperson Community homes exemplify eco- and pet-friendly planning, with open spaces and solar power-lit trails for jogging and walking. Birdhouses throughout the property welcome wild feathered friends.

A centerpiece lagoon enhances scenic walks and uses less water and energy than a traditional pool or golf course. Separate paths allocated for bikes and driverless cars

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Ellenton, Florida, is carriage from Doublea 55-plus retirement tree Carriage Comcommunity that allows multiple pets, pany, in Spring Valley. Dogs are welcome to including some breeds banned elsewhere. watch or snooze through film showings at It maintains a large dog park, and at sumthe Long Drive-In, in Long Prairie. mer’s end, dogs are welcome to take a dip

Birgit and Jim Walker, authors of Keep in the pool. Further, the association offers Your Paws on the Road: A Practical Guide to mobile groomers, photos with Santa and Traveling with Dogs, travel by RV in sumcostume contests. mer with their three dogs to favorite stops

All species are welcome at Rose Villa like Tombstone, Arizona. “Some tourist Senior Living, in Portland, Oregon, where areas don’t welcome dogs, but in Tombstone, residents’ request for an off-leash dog park dogs can go for stagecoach rides and down play area was granted. One resident owns two into a mine with you,” she says. dogs, two cats and an African gray parrot.

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The largest-ever Canadian residential of TripsWithPets.com, in Wake Forest, project to earn Leadership in Energy and North Carolina, recommends Kimpton or Aloft hotels. “Kimpton accepts any pet, any Environmental Design platinum certificasize, weight, breed or species. Amenities tion, Calgary’s University District, embraces include a bed, treats, a water bowl and toys ecological conservation, habitat restoration with no additional pet fee,” she says. and long-term conservation management

Salerno continues, “In Asheville, dogs principles. Designed for residents to age are allowed on the grounds of the Biltmore in place with their families, recreational Estate. The Ernest Hemingway House, in fitness amenities include on- and off-leash dog parks, a pet-friendly activity space and Key West, Florida, allows small, cat-friendly paths leading to parks. dogs. Boutiques, feed stores, wineries and art galleries may say yes to pets. Ask first Favorite Activities and make sure your pet is well-behaved.”

Sara Nick, chief content officer at Side Whether at home or traveling, families walk Dog Media, in Minneapolis, suggests can enjoy many opportunities to share new experiencing unique adventures. Dog padexperiences with pets. Just be sure they dling takes on new meaning via stand-up mind their manners to have a good time. paddleboarding with a pooch at Minnesota’s Split Rock Lighthouse and Tettegouche Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy state parks. Whatever the weather, equineat StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

ogs eat grass, roll in it and walk on it. Pesticides on feet and fur walk into the house. One of the top three pesticides sold in the U.S., known as 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, or 2,4-D, is used for golf courses, landscaping and public areas. Popular products containing 2,4-D include: n Bayer Advanced All-in-One Lawn Weed and Crabgrass Killer n Ortho Weed-B-Gon Max n Scotts Liquid Turf Builder n Scotts Snap Pac Weed & Feed n Sta-Green Phosphorus-Free Weed & Feed Source: HealthyPets.Mercola.com

Top 10 Cities for Dogs Albuquerque—only 28 rainy days a year, plus affordable housing Tucson—50 welcoming restaurants and sunny weather San Diego—200 restaurants, plus a dogs-welcome beach Denver—posted solid scores in all categories Las Vegas—dog parks favored by dry, sunny weather New York City—high on walkability, especially in good weather Sacramento—affordable housing and lots of green space Phoenix—friendly restaurants and shops, plus sunny days Chicago—great walking; bundle up against lake breezes Top 10 list by SmartAsset.com. Find a different, 100 best list at Wallethub.com/edu/most-pet-friendly-cities/5562.

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sunday, JUNE 10

Submissions for the July issue must be received no later than June 10 and can be entered at NALowcountry.com/event-calendar-entry.html. Submit ongoing events at NALowcountry.com/ongoing-events-calendar-.html. $15 per entry.

Reiki I Workshop – 11am-5pm. Learn how to practice Reiki on yourself, friends and family, and even your pets. Explore the history of Reiki, how to work with Reiki energy and how to interpret information received. You will receive your attunement and complete a practice session. $200. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston. 843-259-8349.

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Plans ChangeCall ahead to confirm events will occur as scheduled.

wednesday JUNE 13

friday, JUNE 1

Cannabidiol Hemp Oil Tasting –12:30-1:30pm.

Learn about our Endo-Cannabinoid System, phytocannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols. Hemp oil might be the most important supplement you add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity for those interested in the “Green Rush.” Free.

Ampersand, 1965 Riviera Dr, Ste 1, Mt Pleasant.

843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@gmail.com.

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360 Fit Challenge – 6-7pm. Are you ready to compete against your own time and work capacity over this 2-week intense workout? This 40-minute timed workout includes the 8 fundamental movements of exercise in progressing reps that add up to 360 reps per workout. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 6pm. $15 jump in. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston.

843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@ gmail.com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com. bliss Cultural Immersion Dinner – 6-9pm.

Chef Don Albia will be cooking Filipino cuisine including lumpia and chicken adobo, among other traditional dishes. All proceeds help fund the over 150 free courses offered every month at bliss.

Drop in dinner. $10.1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr., Mt Pleasant. RSVP to Tish@blissSpiritualCo-op.org. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 Reiki Level 1 – June 2-3. 10am-5pm. Give yourself a strong platform to start using Reiki in your life.

This life-changing yet accessible class includes Reiki history, practice time, in-depth discussion of Reiki and it’s uses, a comprehensive manual, Level 1 attunement and beautiful certificate. 12 CEU class. $255. Joti Reiki, 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. 843-327-4761. Maureen@JotiReiki. com. JotiReiki.com.

The Power of Choice Workshop – 11am-1pm.

June 2, July 7 and Aug 4. Unity of Charleston workshop with Jackie McCullough, Life Options Coach/Counselor. Jackie demonstrates how she learned to choose joy, peace and happiness instead of her lifelong fear, anxiety and depression. Learn how to uncover and change unhealthy beliefs for empowering ones. Donation. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600.

UnityCharleston@msn.com. Unitychs.org.

tuesday, JUNE 5 Free Community Class Yoga and Meditation – 6-7:30pm. Explore yogic breathing (pranayama), asana sequences (yoga poses to strengthen and engage the body), mindfulness, and meditation practices. One hour of vinyasa yoga followed by 30 minutes of guided meditation. Open class, available to everyone. Free. Mt Pleasant Public Library, 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd, Mt Pleasant. 781353-1553. Moira@HealingTreeCharleston.com.

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wednesday JUNE 6 Introduction to Tarot Card Reading – 6:308pm. A 6-week, in-depth class. Topics include understanding the Major Arcana as the Fool’s Journey, understanding each suit in context, some

of the numerology of the tarot, using 1-card, 3-card, and Celtic Cross spreads, plus a “decision spread.” $150. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, #8, Charleston. 843-259-8349.

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thursday, JUNE 7 Introduction to Shamanic Journeying – 6:308pm. Learn how to go on shamanic journeys. Find your power animal(s), explore the lower world, the upper world and the middle world. Learn to find answers for yourself as you explore the other realms. 6-week course. $150. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston.

843-259-8349. CharlestonHolisticCenter.com.

The Perfect Storm: Seeking Truth for Your Child – 7-8pm.

This interactive class will answer your questions regarding your child’s health.

We have heard countless stories with many of the same worries: colic, chronic ear infections, behavior issues, sensory challenges and speech delays. Break this cycle for your child. Free. 3030 Ashley Town Center Dr, Charleston. 843-203-3199. Office@ NewHopeSC.com. NewHopeSC.Synduit.com.

friday, JUNE 8 Monthly Reiki Healing Share – 6:30-8:30pm. We invite practitioners and newcomers to come experience an evening of giving and receiving Reiki in a casual atmosphere of friendship, honor, love and positive energy. No experience necessary. All are welcome. $5 love donation. Center for Holistic Health, 1470 Ben Sawyer Blvd, #7, Mt Pleasant.

781-353-1553. Moira@HealingTreeCharleston. com. HealingTreeCharleston.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9 Dances of Universal Peace – 7-8:30pm. Unity of Charleston meditation in movement, using mantras from many of the world religions. Easy-to-do spiritual circle dances with live music guitar, violin and flute. A special guest leads us in some dances she wrote in honor of Mary Magdalene. No experience needed. Donation. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@ msn.com. Unitychs.org.

thursday, JUNE 14 Scoliosis Truth – 6:30-7:30pm. ​Learn how to prevent and even reverse Scoliosis! A simple X-ray will confirm, but what does it mean? How big is your curve? Do not use the wait and see method - that’s a recipe for disaster. There is hope, regardless of age.

Free. 757 Long Point Road, Suite C, Mt Pleasant.

RSVP. info@postureandspine.com. MyCharlestonChiropractic.com Yin and Yoga Nidra – 6:30-7:30pm. Gentle yin yoga followed by deeply relaxing yoga nidra meditation experience. Candlelight, eye pillows, soothing singing bowl tones, and deep inner awareness. Join us for this amazing experience. All are welcome. Space is limited to 15 participants, register early. $15. Center for Holistic Health, 1470 Ben Sawyer Blvd, #7, Mt Pleasant. 781-353-1553.

Moira@HealingTreeCharleston.com. HealingTreeCharleston.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15 bliss Wine Tasting Fundraiser – 5-7pm. Explore international wines and enjoy a sampling of tasty culinary delights at a Wine Tasting Fundraiser hosted by Mark Patterson. Learn some basics and expand your horizons when it comes to choosing the right bottle of wine. $20. 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr., Mt Pleasant. RSVP to Tish@blissSpiritualCo-op. org. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

sunday, JUNE 17 Race and Culture Film Series – 1-2:30pm. View a meaningful film at Unity of Charleston. Discussion follows to understand the history of America and how it has shaped the way we live. Every 3rd Sunday in this series we show films on the history of different groups of people in our society.

Donation. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@msn. com. Unitychs.org.

MONday, JUNE 18 4-Week Fit Challenge – 6-7:30pm. Improve your range of motion, work capacity, stamina, coordination and more in 4 weeks with the 8 fundamental movements of exercise. Workouts are based on as

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many reps as possible over 4-minute cycles. Every Monday and Wednesday, 6pm. $120, includes 2 free classes. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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tuesday, JUNE 19 Aromatherapy for Health – 6-7:30pm. Aromatherapy is more than just “good smelling oil.” It can be used for non-toxic household cleaning, emotional, mental and physical support. Explore the benefits of essential oils and their many medicinal and personal uses. Education, samples, games and prizes. Free. Mt Pleasant Public Library, 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd, Mt Pleasant. 781-353-1553.

Moira@HealingTreeCharleston.com.

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Healing Properties of Cannabis and Hemp Oil...

History, Research and Uses at The Salt Oasis – 7-8:30pm. Learn about our Endo-Cannabinoid System, phyto-cannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols.

Hemp oil might be the most important supplement you add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity on the extraordinary “Green Rush.” Free.

Salt Oasis Spa & Wellness Center, 103 Harth Pl, Ste B, Summerville. 843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@ gmail.com. Bloom1.PrimeMyBody.com.

Inflammation Approach – 7-8:00pm. Inflammation...you hear the term a lot, but what is it?

Is inflammation the root of your illness? How harmful is chronic inflammation? Come learn a different way of approaching your health conditions and symptoms that has helped countless people feel and think better. Free. Children’s Center at Carolina Park. 1251 Carolina Park Blvd.

Mt. Pleasant. RSVP. info@postureandspine.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 23 The 8 Fundamental Movements of Exercise – 2-3:30pm. What are the 8 Fundamental Movements in proper form? How do they improve quality of life? How do you practice them effectively?

With Health Coach\Trainer, Andrew Dean. $15, or free with 4-Week Fit Challenge and 360 Fit Challenge. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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sunday, JUNE 24

Crystal Healing – 7:30-9:30pm. $25. 539 King St, Charleston. 843-297-4217. MadisonRosenberger. com/workshops-classes.

Ayurveda 101: Part 1 – 3-4:30pm. Explore the 5 Elemental Energies of Fire, Water, Air, Space and Earth as the primary observable energies in our world, our bodies, our minds and the cosmos. We will also touch on Pitta, Vata and Kapha. 4-part series. $30 per class. Check website for series package. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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4-Week Fit Challenge – 6-7:30pm. Improve your range of motion, work capacity, stamina, coordination and more in 4 weeks with the 8 fundamental movements of exercise. Workouts are based on as many reps as possible over 4-minute cycles. Every Monday and Wednesday, 6pm. $120, includes 2 free classes. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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Crystal Reading – 7:30-9:30pm. $25. 539 King St, Charleston. 843-297-4217. MadisonRosenberger. com/workshops-classes.

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wednesday JUNE 27 Cannabidiol Hemp Oil Chat – 6-7:30pm. Learn about our Endo-Cannabinoid System, phytocannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols. Hemp oil might be the most important supplement you add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity on the extraordinary “Green Rush.” Free.

Ampersand, 1965 Riviera Dr, Ste 1, Mt Pleasant.

843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@gmail.com.

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saturday, JUNE 30 Reiki Level 2 – June 30-July 1. 1 0am-5pm. Join Maureen with Joti Reiki on a deeper exploration of Reiki, diving into the Level 2 symbols, Distant Healing and the Chakra System. Class includes a comprehensive manual, Level 2 attunement and beautiful certificate. Prerequisite Level 1. 12 CEU class. Register by 6/27. 843-327-4761. $355. Joti Reiki, 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. 843-3274761. Maureen@JotiReiki.com. JotiReiki.com.

The Elemental Kingdoms of Nutrition – 2-3:30pm. Where does nutrition start? What are the basics? How does food work in the body? All this and more with Health Coach, Andrew Dean. $15, or free with 4-Week Fit Challenge and 360 Fit Challenge. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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ongoing events

sunday Zen Meditation Group – 8:15am. Three half-hour rounds of sitting along with walking meditation.

Email to find out the best time for you to arrive. Free.

Holy Cow Yoga, 10 Windermere Blvd, West Ashley.

Info@CharlestonZen.org. CharlestonZen.org.

Unity of Charleston Services – 9:30 & 11:15am.

Are you more spiritual than religious? So are we!

Do you believe in many paths to God? Then join us.

Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston.

843-566-0600. Unitychs.org.

Unity of Mt Pleasant – 10-11am. Unity is a Positive Path for Spiritual Living. We lovingly welcome people of all faiths and inspire them to live with Passion. Free. Unity of Mt Pleasant, 3100 Tradition Cir, 2nd Floor, Somerby at Park West, Mt Pleasant.

843-814-1322. lleshay@comcast.net.

New Spirit Books & Gifts – 10:30am-1pm. Spiritual, metaphysical and inspirational books, crystals, incense, tarot/oracle cards. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600.

NewSpiritbg@gmail.com.

monday Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-2142997. LimeAndLotus.com.

Easeful Yoga – 5:00-6:00pm. If you’ve been intrigued by yoga, but we’re intimated by large studios teaching strenuous vinyasa flows, or if you’re a seasoned yogi looking for a fresh perspective, Retreat Studio will ease you into the practice with our intimate space, allowing more personable experience. $10. 1617 Ashely River Road, Suite B, West Ashley. (843) 872-6184. retreatwellnessboutique.com..

Beginners Yoga – 6-7pm. Join us with Cassie Branning in our tranquil yoga room. Since our classes are smaller than most, you get to really understand how the poses are preformed correctly and Cassie is able to lay healing hands on each Yogi. Come learn to flow and stretch. $12. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston.

843-225-2024. Info@CharlestonHolisticCenter. com. CharlestonHolisticCenter.com.

Vinyasa Yoga Flow – 6-7pm. This is a perfect class for those looking for mindful flowing practice.

Learn to explore your edges, accept yourself as you are in the present moment. Come with an open mind, leave your limitations at the door. First class is free! Please RSVP. $15 drop in. Center for Holistic Health 1470 Ben Sawyer Blvd., #7 Mount Pleasant.

781-353-1553. moira@HealingTreeCharleston. com. HealingTreeCharleston.com.

tuesday Homemade Soup, Warm Bread, & Camaraderie – 1:10-2:30pm. Join us for camaraderie, homemade soup & fresh bread after Hatha Yoga with Jill Keefer. Need to get back to work quickly after Jill’s Yoga class? We have you covered with to-go containers for soup you can take with you. Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. 843-345-7061. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

Free Monthly Essential Oils Class – 6-7pm. 1st Tues of the month. Learn Healthy Habits, use Essential oils, Make ‘N’ Take items to use or give away to loved ones, Refreshments served, Recipes and RAFFLES! Free. 1164 Northbridge Rd (West Ashley), Charleston. 843-270-9913. ChiroAnn@ yahoo.com. DrAnnJenkins.com.

Yoga for Beginners – 6-7pm. Want an intimate class where you can really learn, while still being able to be yourself? Come flow with us every Tuesday $12, $10 for new yogis. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston.

(843) 259-8349. CharlestonHolisticCenter.com.

The Reiki Connection – 7pm. With Chrys Franks, Reiki Master/Teacher. Guided meditation followed by mini reiki sessions by certified practitioners.

Love offering. (1st Tues for practitioners only.)

Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston.

843-364-5725. Unitychs.org.

Nuclear Power Training Command, 101 Naval Nuclear Power Training Command Cir, Goose Creek. 843-425-4906. Reiki4Vets@gmail.com.

ReikiForVets.org.

THRIVE Domestic Violence Support Group – 6-7pm. Connect in a safe, confidential forum with others who are experiencing or have experienced violence in their relationships. In an atmosphere of respect, safety and empathy, draw comfort and empowerment from those who understand. Facilitator: Leigh Wildt. Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. 843-345-7061.

Leigh@ThriveSC.Life. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

friday Contra Dance – 7:30 - 10:30pm. First and third Fridays. Fun for all ages. Beginner lesson begins promptly at 7:30. The caller will explain everything. Next dances Next dances are 6/1, 6/18, 7/6, and 7/20at the Felix Davis Community Center in Park Circle. .$8; Supervised Children under 13, $4, Under 5, Free, 4800 Park Circle, N Charleston.

CharlestonFolk.weebly.com

saturday Compost Daze – 10am-2pm. Compost Rangers Compost Daze volunteer monthly workday every 2nd Sat of the month. Location will vary, so follow Compost Rangers on Facebook or visit CompostRangers.org and sign up for email reminders.

Simply Meditate – 10:30am-12pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Drop-in classes with guided meditations, suitable for beginners and experienced alike. Circular Church, 150 Meeting St, Charleston (classroom below Lance Hall). $10 or $5/students/seniors.

MeditationInSouthCarolina.org.

Charleston Theosophical Study Center – 4:005:50pm. Metaphysical studies. Public is welcome to study metaphysics. Studies include reincarnation, karma, and life after death. We meet the last Sat of each month at the Otranto Regional Library, North Charleston. This meeting is June 30. Free, but study book offered. Otranto Regional Library 2216 Otranto Rd in Auditorium, N Charleston. (843) 899-0619. joanhaye61@yahoo.com.

People seldom refuse help, if one offers it in the right way. ~A.C. Benson

wednesday Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-2142997. LimeAndLotus.com.

Weekly 12-Step Support Group – 2-4pm. We hear you. We’ve been there. We care. No RSVP needed.

Drop-ins welcome. Cross talk permitted. Dan Gannon and Marsha Blyth lead this group using the Al Anon Workbook and support group dynamics. The workbook can be purchased at bliss or on Amazon.

Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. DanTheBeachMan@gmail.com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

Reiki, Meditation & Discussion Group – 6-7:30pm. Join us for an evening of Reiki, meditation and a question/answer session. Socialize with like-minded friends during this uplifting and inspiring event. Open to all Reiki practitioners and those interested in Reiki. Parking available on St Andrews in front of building. $20. 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. (843) 327-4761. JotiReiki.com. maureen@jotireiki.com.

thursday Reiki for Vets –1-2pm. Free drop-in Reiki clinic for veterans and their spouse or caregiver. VAapproved volunteers will provide free 15-minute Reiki sessions to any disabled vet receiving services through the VA. No appointment necessary! Call or visit website for more information. Free. Naval

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1307 Savannah Hwy, West Ashley 843-763-7200 FeelGreatCharleston.com Voted best acupuncturist three years running. We treat most ailments, including stress, pain management, autoimmune issues, infertility, migraines, fatigue, allergies, diabetes and much more. Sliding scale payment option $20-$40 (return visits).

ALTERNATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE DR. PATRICK S. LOVEGROVE Merge Medical Center Mt Pleasant • 843-469-1001 MergeMedicalCenter.com

AMA board-certified MD specializing in family medicine, holistic internal medicine, Antiaging, Chinese medicine, naturopathy. Merge Medical Center … where modern thinking meets natural healing. Services include Primary Care, Weight Loss, Fatigue management, Bioidentical hormones, Colonics, Acupuncture, Massage, Reiki, Chiropractic, IV vitamins, and Bemer therapy.

Jennifer Byrne, MPH, NAMA-Certified Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor 232A Ashley Ave, Charleston • 843-743-8373 Jennifer@EarthenApothecary.com EarthenApothecary.com Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old system of health and longevity. An Ayurvedic consultation can help you understand your unique constitution and identify how your system manifests imbalances. Individualized dietary, lifestyle and herbal recommendations are tailored to address any current imbalances.

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SEED OF LIFE COLLECTIVE Melody Rogers 843-343-6726 SeedLifeMelody@gmail.com SeedOfLifeCollective.com

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astrology ALEXANDER MALLON

Charleston 845-802-6111 • AstrologySpirit@gmail.com AstrologySpirit.com Consultations, Spiritual Coaching and Counseling with a primary focus on a client’s gifts and talents, illuminating natural cycles and phases of growth for individuals and couples. Alexander’s training in Body Centered Gestalt Counseling and Art Therapy, coupled with his Astrological/ Intuitive training powerfully help clients achieve clarity of goal and purpose.

1319 Savannah Hwy, Ste C Charleston (in Artisans Inc Salon) 843-813-1838 YourGroomingGuru.com Your Grooming Guru, Barbara Brant-Williams, is an experienced hair-stylist, makeup artist and certified Organic Color Specialist practicing out of the Artisans Salon.

Charleston’s go-to source for hair, makeup and beauty product knowledge. See ad, page 14.

bIOMAGNETIC THERAPY Paula McGuire

Mt Pleasant/Charleston 843-732-0293 • Paula@ireinst.com ireinst.com BioMagnetic Therapy can help create balance, restore vitality within the body and facilitate clearing of viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic infections; allergies; ADD; autism; autoimmune issues; heavy metal and other toxicity; chronic pain; infertility; herpes; MS; among other conditions.

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LOTUS HOLISTIC MASSAGE

Abigail McClam, BA, LMBT 232A Ashley Ave, Charleston 843-724-9807•Abigail@LotusCharleston.com LotusCharleston.com Licensed holistic massage and integrative bodywork practitioner offering massage, aromatherapy, energy healing and breathing techniques to help individuals nurture health, restore balance, manage pain, trauma and injury as they learn to embrace their own body/mind wisdom.

CBD OIL, PRODUCTS EUCALYPTUS WELLNESS & ELIXIR BAR 280 W Coleman Blvd, Ste E Mt Pleasant • 843-388-4956 Info@EucalyptusWellness.com EucalyptusWellness.com

We offer the largest selection of CBD Oil products in the Lowcountry.

Our staff is trained to answer any of your CBD questions. Store hours Monday thru Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 12-5pm.

CHIROPRACTORS ACCURATE CHIROPRACTIC

3373 S Morgans Point Rd, Ste 307 Mt Pleasant 843-971-8814 CoursonChiropractic@gmail.com MtPleasantChiro.com Holistic Family Care practice, offering a variety of techniques and therapies to help improve overall health and wellness.

Proudly serving the Charleston area for 17 years.

COLUCCI CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Gina Colucci 1806 Trolley Rd, Summerville 843-875-5700 • ColucciChiropractic.com Serving the Summerville area for 29 years. Specializing in holistic care; weight loss and nutritional cleansing; pain management; bio-identical hormones; sugar detox; stress testing; chiropractic; peripheral neuropathy; detox footbaths; emotional (TBM/NET) and wellness care.

Dr. Ann Jenkins, Not Your Ordinary Chiropractor 1164 Northbridge Dr, Charleston (West Ashley) 843-270-9913 DrAnnJenkins.com

Exclusive to the area: Whole Body Magnetic Therapy. Mention Natural Awakenings for a free onehour session. Holistic family care.

Relief of neck, back and emotional pain. Homeopathy and essential oils. See ad, page 13.

CHURCHES Unity Church of Charleston Rev. Ed Kosak, Minister 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston 843-566-0600 • Unitychs.org

Sunday Services: 9:30 and 11:15am. Are you more spiritual than religious? Do you believe in many paths to God? Then please join us.

COACHING SHERRY KACHANIS

North Charleston 843-743-9488 SherryKachanis@gmail.com SherryKachanis.com Transformational Coach and Shamanic Healer. Break through unconscious barriers to fully LIVE the LIFE you desire! Monthly Meditation/Shamanic Healing, Moon Ceremonies and Healing

Retreats.

COLON HEALTH

COUNSELING HOLISTIC YOU COUNSELING

Angel Muehlenkamp, MA Professional Counseling Summerville 843-327-1440 • LivingAngel777@gmail.com UniquelyuNow.com We are here to live in the fullness of who and what we truly are. Angel uses her unique ability to Connect to Source to assist you in moving beyond daily limitations. Open to a brand new way of living. Talk, Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy; Quantum-Touch; Reiki; Intuitive Counseling; Art of God; Life Coaching; and Spiritual Counseling.

DENTISTRY DELITE DENTAL

Dr. Hayan Lee & Dr. Young Kim 320 Midland Pkwy, Ste A, Summerville 843-486-2022 • DeliteDental.net Stop being a cavity victim. Dental health is more than just brushing and flossing two times a day. See the dental revolution of a compassionate, holistic office. Call and ask for current promotion.

I SMILE MATHIS FERRY DENTISTRY Wendy S. Haefner, DDS 1571 Mathis Ferry Rd, Mt Pleasant 843-884-1215 • MathisFerryDentistry.com

Biological dentistry using IAOMT protocol. Natural products free of BPA and mercury. Mercury-safe filling removal. Now offering ozone therapy! See ad, page 7.

A CENTER FOR WELL-BEING

Grass Roots Health Care Since 1991 843-769-6848 ACenterForWellbeing.com Therapeutic Massage, Colon Hydrotherapy, Detox Foot Baths. Healthy Food Choice Coaching, NBCTH-certified and I-ACT members. Offering people a vehicle to help improve their quality of life. Specializing in probiotic education.

CHARLESTON COLONICS

Neda Smith 250 Mathis Ferry Rd, Ste 101, Mt Pleasant 843-469-1001

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JULIE OBENCHAIN, DDS

924 Tall Pine Rd, Mt Pleasant 843-884-0701 • PleasantSmilesCFD.com BPA and bis-GMA free dental fillings and BPA-free night guards.

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Accepting new patients and emergency appointments. Please call for consultation. See ad, page 27.

JAMES SEXTON, DMD, MAGD Please call for appointment: Mt Pleasant • 843-881-1418 Myrtle Beach • 843-293-6700

Holistic, preventive dentistry. Safe removal of mercury fillings since 1975, following IAOMT protocol.

Offering anti-aging dentistry and biocompatible materials. See ad, page 23.

eco-cleaning ABOVE & BEYOND CLEANING LLC Kimberly Henderson • 843-901-4779 AboveAndBeyondCleaningllc.com

Healthy living starts with an ecoclean home or office. Health and wholeness are our top priorities by providing our clients with a “green” clean by using natural and botanical cleaning products.

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS WITH LISA BAYOREK Lisa Bayorek, Member #10796546 Charleston MYYL.com/LisaBayorek

Curious about essential oils? I would love to share Young Living with you! I offer classes on family wellness, chemical-free cleaning, business opportunities and more!

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FITNESS SEED OF LIFE COLLECTIVE

Andrew Dean, ISFTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Exercise Therapist 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston • 843-475-2156 TransformUniversalFitness@yahoo.com HolisticHealthTrainer.com Specialized in the Fundamental Movements of the Body and the Natural Laws in Nutrition. Interested in the 8 Fundamental Movements of Exercise and the Natural Laws of Nutrition? Classes and Programs available now! Call Today!

HEALTH SLEEP BETTER SOUTH CAROLINA Dr. Dana Blalock 210 Seven Farms Dr, Ste 103 Daniel Island 843-881-4545 • SleepBetterSouthCarolina@gmail.com SleepBetterSouthCarolina.com

Our passion is to improve the quality of life for those suffering with snoring or sleep apnea with a comfortable, custom-fitted oral appliance. See ad, page 19.

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HEALTH FOOD STORES EUCALYPTUS WELLNESS & ELIXIR BAR 280 W Coleman Blvd, Ste E Mt Pleasant • 843-388-4956 EucalyptusWellness.com

Vitamins and supplements, CBD oil, bulk herbs, Wyndmere and doTerra essential oils, alkaline ionized water, facial and body care. New Elixir Bar! Herbal elixirs, blended drinks and fresh raw juices. Open Monday thru Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 12-5pm.

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Dr. Amanda McNabb and Dr. Karyn Meadows 318 N Cedar St, Ste B Summerville 843-879-8224 • admin@CharlestonHealth.org CharlestonHealth.org Healthy people are happy people. Unwanted weight, indigestion, pain, depression or stress? Offering hair/saliva testing, bioidentical nutrition, essential oils, and chiropractic.

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Herbs and Health Foods 119 N Goose Creek Blvd, Ste K Goose Creek • 843-797-3200

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Best selection of herbs in South Carolina. Organic teas, spices, supplements, essential oils, wheat-free and gluten-free products. 10am-7pm Mon-Sat; closed Sunday.

Moira Duggan 1261 Caperton Way, Charleston 781-353-1553 • MLDuggan22@gmail.com HealingTreeCharleston.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS KANGEN IONIZED WATER

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IDEAL POSTURE & SPINE

Dr. Seth Strauss 757 Long Point Rd, Ste C Mt Pleasant 843-352-9966 Info@PostureAndSpine.com MyCharlestonChiropractic.com We are a unique state-of-the art facility where we help families improve their quality of life when other solutions have failed. See ad, page 7.

PrimeMyBody Hemp Oil 843-324-0489 PrimeAndBloom@gmail.com Bloom1.PrimeMyBody.com

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HOLISTIC ANIMAL HEALING THE ART OF REIKI CHARLESTON Margaret Ravenel 843-304-3364 Margaret@ArtOfReikichs.com ArtOfReickichs.com

HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY LANCE GARLAND

Charleston Holistic Center 2366 Ashley River Rd, Bldg 8, Charleston 843-225-2024 CharlestonHolisticCenter.com Licensed, full-service counselor specializing in all aspects of anxiety.

Certified in Hypnotherapy, EMDR, E F T, P a s t - L i f e R e g r e s s i o n , Mindfulness and Dream Analysis.

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Animal reiki, crystal therapy and aromatherapy, Grounding/Earthing, Alpha-Stim (FDA-approved unit for stress relief, pain management, trauma recovery).

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Adam Hall 588 Old Mt Holly Rd Goose Creek 843-203-8313 Wanda@pmHealthAlliance.com Back2HealthSC.com Back2Health Physical Medicine is a multi-specialty practice with a unique approach to pain. Our goal is to successfully restore your quality of life to its maximum potential. See ad, page 3.

INTUITIVE GUIDANCE

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CAROL COTTRELL, INTUITIVE MEDIUM

By appointment only 815 Savannah Hwy, West Ashley 843-324-6460 • Carol@CCottrell.com CCottrell.com Connect with passed loved ones to experience healing, love and guidance. Individual or group readings available in person or via Skype. Mediumship classes also available.

life coach Victoria Hargis 843-284-6810 VictoriaHargis.com

Eliminate emotional barriers and live life free! PTSD intervention, anxiety and trauma release.

Leadership Coach. Fast and permanent results. Master Coach Certified. NLP, brain retraining, PSTEC. Services pro-vided in HIPPA compliant platform online or in person.

Jennifer Iamele Savage, MEd Certified Life Coach 508-942-0402 InspirationAndBliss.com

A trained Montessori educator and intuitive life coach, specializing in transitions and soul purpose coaching. Eliminate blocks, work through transitions, and discover your purpose. Courses on the use of essential oils for healing, journaling and vision boards to manifest your dreams.

MASSAGE A WORLD Of WELLNESS MASSAGE THERAPY

Pam Olivier 3226 2B Maybank Hwy Johns Island 843-708-8923 • Massage@PamOlivier.com MassageOnJohns.com A simple place for a sophisticated massage. Whether dealing with disgruntled muscles from stress or injury from an accident, we will design the correct massage for you.

Techniques used include sports massage, neuromuscular, Thai yoga massage, and manual lymph drainage. Look for the addition of Watsu (water massage) this spring.

NATURAL HEALTH ECOHEALTH WELLNESS CENTER & DETOX SPA Tiffany Jackson 1051 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Ste B Mt Pleasant • 843-884-4466 Info@EcoHealthWellness.com EcoHealthWellness.com

Tiffany Jackson specializes in chronic GI disorders, correcting nutritional deficiencies, personalized diet plans and detoxification.

EcoHealth offers Infrared Saunas, Migun Massage and Alkaline Water.

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NEUROFEEDBACK SYMMETRY NEURO-PATHWAY TRAINING Dianne Kosto 844-272-4666 Dianne@SymmetryNeuroPT.com SymmetryNeuroPT.com

Symmetry provides neurofeedback for individuals and families at our Centers, makes it easy for schools and professionals to implement neuro-pt, and now provides systems for safe use at home. Brain training to address negative characteristics of ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, insomnia, migraines, memory, improving performance and more.

NUTRITIONIST JANA DAVIS, MS, RD, CDE

Mt Pleasant/Charleston 843-801-4686 CarolinaGreenLiving@gmail.com

ORGANIC SALON & BOUTIQUE COTTAGE AROMA BELLA DAY SPA

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SPIRITUAL LIFE COACH LAURA GRIFFITH GARLAND

Charleston Holistic Center 2366 Ashley River Rd, Bldg 8, Charleston 843-452-7996 DrLaura.Coach@gmail.com CharlestonReikiAndTarot.com Transform your life from the ordinary to the extraordinary by understanding how the aspects of your being interact and block your progress. Together, we can heal your past and find your true future. See ad, page 29.

SALON INDIGO

732 S Shelmore Blvd, Ste 100 Mt Pleasant (Shelmore Village) 843-991-6835 Our experienced team of hairstylists and skin care specialist use 100 percent-certified organic products.

We specialize in haircutting, coloring and make-up application. We sell All Nutrient™, Moroccan Oils, Dr. Hauschka™, 100% Pure™, iLike™ and many other boutique items.

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THERMOGRAPHY Flow Well

Shanna Rivera 877-315-7226, ext 447 Shanna@FlowWell.org FlowWell.org Early detection and alternative prevention. Thermography: radiation-free full body and breast cancer screening. See what you need to work on now to potentially avoid future health issues. See ad, page 8.

JOTI REIKI

Maureen Donohue 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston 843-327-4761 • MDonohue321@gmail.com JotiReiki.com Client-focused, heart-centered joti reiki therapeutic Reiki, Medical Reiki and

Distant Reiki Sessions. Maureen is a Usui Reiki/Master Teacher in practice since 2003. She offers NCBTMB-Approved Workshops Treatments - Classes throughout the U.S. See ad, page 8. jotireiki.com 843-327-4761

soul coach WE EMPOWER CONSCIOUSNESS

Dr. Wendy M. Perrell, Certified Soul Coach and Shaman 907-317-2483 • wperrell@wppec.com DrWendyEmpowers.com Meetup: Charleston~Align with Your Soul’s Purpose Your Soul speaks to me! I channel Archangel Raphael to help you heal fear, guilt, shame, unworthiness and unlovable energy that holds you back from your Soul’s purpose. We provide spiritual tools and practices that enlighten and empower you to enjoy love, wealth, health, joy and balance.

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WOMEN’S HEALTH LIME AND LOTUS – HEALING ARTS CENTER Stephanie Zgraggen 925 Wappoo Rd, Ste F, Charleston 843-214-2997 • Hello@DrZgraggen.com HealYourHormonesNow.com

Painful periods? Hot flashes?

Fatigue? Weight gain? Dr. Stephanie takes a holistic, individualized approach toward natural female hormone balance with natural effective therapies.

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