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Summertime is in full swing. It’s that time of year that we New Englanders wait for all year. Of course there are the old staple of summer fun like

beach going, picnics, and cookouts that bring an awful lot of joy to us, but there is something more to this time of year. People walk with a little more spring in their step. Our street is filled with walkers and joggers, and activities like hiking, canoeing, swimming and much more keep us all a little healthier inside and out. The birds are rampant in our back yard and everything is alive. Even our pets know it’s a good time to be outside. The cats watch our bird feeder intently (we call it kitty-vision). It’s another season that brings joy to my heart. Don’t miss an opportunity to gaze at the night sky, do yoga in the park, shop at a farmers market and just dream during this beautiful time of year.

In our feature editorial this month, Simple Summer Pleasures by Clair O’Neil, we hear from some of the Natural Awakenings publishers across the country about what their favorite summertime treat is. It’s interesting to read the different experi-ences from all of our publishing family, and what stands out for them. We can all appreciate ice cream trucks, bike riding, and eating outside. It seems those memo-ries are the same everywhere and yet each one is unique and hold special mean-ing to us.

I’ve been thinking about this since our headquarters came up with the idea, and I had not been able to pin-point a single memory that I treasured as a favorite when it finally hit me – there is no one single memory that stands out because there are just too many of them! As I thought and thought on this, the one theme that was constant was being outside. Living in New England all my life, I really appreci-ate any and all opportunities to be outside. Even if it means wearing a winter coat in May because a Memorial Day party turned cold and we were determined to stay outside as long as we could, we did what we had to do to prolong the time outside.

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26 HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! Fun Ways to Celebrate with Kids by Katie Kavulla

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32 KEEPING PETS’ EARS HEALTHY Prevention Tips & Treatment Options by Dr. Matthew J. Heller

34 ONE DOOR CLOSES by Peter Arpin

40 A CONVERSATION WITH ANA FORREST by Beth Davis

42 PLAY THE INNER GAME Quiet the Mind to Learn, Excel and Have Fun by Linda Sechrist

44 OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING Backyard & Picnic Party Foods by Renée Loux

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Rumford’s newest specialty focused dental practice, Rumford Dental, Inc., is now

open in the heart of Rumford. Dr. Victoria Baeger started Rumford Dental, Inc. as a spe-cialty dental practice to provide exceptional prosthodontic dentistry in a setting designed to meet every patient’s high expectations. This new, state-of-the-art practice uses all the latest dental technology: digital radiogra-phy to reduce the required radiation for x-ray images, green engineering to mini-mize the impact on the environment and energy-efficient lighting to give the most accurate tooth color matching possible. The office mission is to provide optimal dental health, function and beauty in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environ-ment and all the staff takes great pride in meeting that goal. With five additional years of advanced dentistry training, including a specialty in prosthodontics, Baeger is able to address patients’ complex medical and dental issues. A particular area of interest for Baeger is oral appliance therapy for obstruc-tive sleep apnea. Patients who are concerned about their (or their partner’s) snoring or sleep issues are encouraged to speak with the doctor to see if a referral to a sleep specialist is warranted.

Rumford Dental is located at 20 Newman Ave., Rumford. For more information, call 401-434-4304 or visit RumfordDental.com. See ad on page 23.

Live Proper Chiropractic Shows Appreciation

Live Proper Chiropractic is hosting a special Firefight-ers Appreciation Week in honor of firefighters and their

families. From July 11 to July 17, new patients can receive an initial chiropractic visit, which includes a health history and consultation as well as an orthopedic and neurological exam, for a donation of $20 to the American Red Cross. “Firefighters truly provide such a special service to our community, but hard work can sometimes go unrewarded,” says Dr. Luke Pinatello, owner of Live Proper Chiropractic. “We would like to take this opportunity to show our appreciation for those men and women.” Also July 16, Pinatello, a board certified doctor of chiropractic and a certified health coach, will host a free lecture from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. for fibromyalgia and chronic pain sufferers and their family members. Pinatello, who has successfully treated many patients that were unable to find relief of symptoms through conven-tional medicine, will discuss a solution for people dealing with fibromyalgia and chronic pains.

Live Proper Chiropractic is located at 77 Franklin St., Westerly. For more informa-tion, call 401-315-2300 or visit LiveProperChiropractic.com. See ad on page 15.

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New View/New You: Seeing the Mind-Body Connection More Clearly

The holistic healthcare practice, Insight-to-Health, offers a unique combination of healing modalities to assist

people with resolving their challenges—whether physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. Acknowledging the power of the mind and learning the function of energy flow within and around us, individuals are taught how to harness their own innate abilities to affect positive change in their lives. Drawing upon her extensive education and experience within the realms of counseling and energy medicine, Elaine Grant, a rehabilitation counselor, consult-ing hypnotist, Asian bodywork therapist and Reiki Master, tailors each treatment plan to most effectively address symptoms and then teaches the tools to maintain their success long-term. “My goal is to re-empower people,” she says. “I assist them to see more clearly their influences and strengths, then demonstrate how they can utilize simple strategies of thought and movement to achieve perpetual peace of mind, body and spirit.” Whether one presents with issues physically (pain/sleep/digestive); mentally (poor focus/concentration/memory); emotionally (stress, sadness); or spiritually (isolation, self-doubt), there is often a root mystery cause. Resolution involves ac-cessing one’s inner wisdom and developing keener insights. For some this happens with conscious discussion and/or guided imagery. For others, sessions may involve bodywork such as acupressure, exercise, Reiki or any combination. Treatment plans are unique to each individual and each session is a new experience. “With effective combination of mind-body energy techniques, a better quality of life—true health of body, mind and spirit—is indeed within sight,” says Grant.

Insight to Health is located at the Park Square Medical Center, at 63 Eddie Dowling Highway, Suite 7 in North Smithfield. For more information, call 401-741-5490 or visit Insight-to-Health.com. See ad on page 10.

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healing arts for every body, is now open at 700 Green-ville Avenue, in Johnston. Group yoga, stretching and body awareness classes will

be offered for individuals at all levels. A variety of classes will be offered for beginners who may want to simply learn stretching techniques or perhaps begin an exploration of the many dimensions of yoga. More advanced yoga classes are offered for seasoned practitioners. Individual bodywork sessions are available, as well as indi-vidual or small group private yoga classes. The Heart Spot founders, Bobby Ducharme and Ann Ducharme, hope to provide a safe place for people in the community to explore their own expansion of consciousness as they contact the wisdom of their own bodies. Classes and individual sessions are geared toward one’s unique body situ-ation, offering modifications wherever necessary to make the student’s personal practice safe. Students are encouraged to meet their edge, but to do so in a supportive and safe, comfort-able way. The Heart Spot will provide a space for like-minded people to come together and explore issues important to the future of personal, community and global health. Several different meditation practices and other supportive workshops will be a part of the offerings for the first six months.

For more information, call 401-231-0081 or visit TheHeartSpot.com. See ad on page 35.

Fresh Face Offers Summer Skin FacialMost individuals look forward to summer, but it is important to remember that the skin requires special care in the sum-mer months. According to Debby Votta, owner of Fresh Face Skincare Center, sweat and sunblock will clog the pores. Chlorine, saltwater and the sun will take away hydration, leaving the skin looking dry and dull. For the best of both worlds—the summer sun and great looking skin—Votta suggests a summer skin facial. Offered at Fresh Face, the summer skin facial includes cleansing and unclogging of the pores with steam and a gentle exfolia-tor. Hydration with the correct product will follow for health, glowing skin during the summer months. Fresh Face Skincare Center offers a wide variety of ser-vices including classic, clinical and organic facials; enhance-ments such as microdermabrasion and LED photo rejuvena-tion; waxing; make-up application; eyebrow and eyelash tinting; and more.

During the month of July, get the summer skin facial treat-ment for $45. Mention Natural Awakenings and receive $5 off. Fresh Face Skincare Center at Avalon is located at 1221 Reservoir Avenue in Cranston. For more information, call 401-944-4601 or visit FreshFaceSkincare.net. See ad on page 47.


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BodySense Massage Under New Ownership, Expanding Modalities

Since assuming the position of owner at BodySense Massage, a holistic

wellness center located in Providence, Alberto Perez has evolved the center into a comprehensive wellness facility that provides a truly holistic approach toward clients’ bodies, minds and spir-its. BodySense currently offers massage therapy, Reiki, reflexology and personal training. Perez says, “I believe that most people do not pay enough attention to their bodies, but through the proper fitness, bodywork, nutrition and guid-ance, most issues can be controlled if not remedied.” A long-time Providence resident, Perez is a nationally certified personal trainer who specializes in functional movement and corrective exercises. He has been ranked among the top five trainers throughout Town Sports Inter-national, a health club company in the Northeast that includes over 150 fitness facilities. He currently offers personal training services in his private studio in-side BodySense. Clients are challenged in a variety of practical ways, working with kettle bells, TRX suspension train-ing and their own bodyweight to reach their fitness goals. Perez says equal attention is placed on developing a mindful attitude toward fitness and life, both inside and outside of the studio. In addition, Perez is the owner and primary instructor of Vital Works Provi-dence, a personal fitness company that offers affordable outdoor boot camps and exercise classes. Summer boot camps are currently in session, and potential participants are encouraged to experience these inspiring, community-building classes.

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Naturopath Expands Bowen Hours for Adults and Kids

For those suffering backaches, neck and shoulder pain, a sports injury, pain from surgery or pain asso-

ciated with fibromyalgia or Lyme disease, Bowenwork body therapy (also known as Bowen therapy) may offer relief. Bowenwork was developed in Australia by Tom Bowen in the 1950s and is now practiced in 25 countries. Dr. Sheila M. Frodermann, a naturopathic phy-sician and a 16-year seasoned practitioner of the remarkable therapy, is devoting more hours in her practice at Providence Wholistic Healthcare in response to the overwhelming positive effects of the therapy. In addition, Frodermann is now offering Bowenwork at a lower cost to both new and returning clients, and at half price for kids 11 years and younger. According to Frodermann, Bowen is used to addresses the physical pain associated with emotional trauma. “The oldest health care systems like Chinese medicine believe emotions can become so overwhelming that physical symptoms manifest,” she explains. “When our emotional health is out of balance we may experience physical pain, high blood pressure, ulcers, shortness of breath and more. The gentle moves of Bowenwork send powerful neurological impulses to the brain. The brain processes this information and triggers a realigning of the physical body, calming the nervous system and initiating deep healing.”

Providence Wholistic Healthcare is located at 144 Waterman St., in Providence. For more information, call 401-455-0545 or visit ProvidenceWholistic.com. See ad on page 15.

John of God Crystal Bed in Rhode Island

The John of God Crystal Bed, developed by John of God, a healer from Abadi-

ania, Brazil, is now in Warwick. Crystal bed healing sessions are often prescribed at John of God’s healing center, the Casa de Dom Inácio, as part of the healing regimen. According to Elizabeth Ami, a John of God crystal bed healing facilitator, the crystals help to clear and balance the body’s energy centers, releasing stagnant energy and leaving one feeling calm, yet energized. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the Casa healing energies,” she states. “This fully complementary healing modality doesn’t interfere with other healing methods and the only contra-indication is for those with seizure disorders due to the flashing of the crystal bed lights.” Clients are advised not to discontinue any prescribed medical therapies. The introductory session is $10 and approximately 20 minutes long. Sessions are 20, 40 or 60 minutes long and can be done as often as desired. Those who do energy work may elect to have a longer session the first time, which will be decided on a case-by-case basis.

For more information or to schedule a session, call 401-287-4044 or visit HolisticHealingMoment.com. See ad on page 31.

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individuals can celebrate summer with two services for one low price. Whether July brings heat waves or torrential downpours, Urban Sweat has just what a person needs to stay healthy in mind, body and spirit. Radiate from the inside out with Raffa’s Signature Facial, which includes Repechage products and a microdermabrasion treatment, is just $99. For those craving some ease in muscles or in mind from all of the outdoor activities and festivities, massage packages are $79 for a relaxation massage and same-day en-trance to Urban Sweat or $99 for a deep tissue massage and same-day entrance to Urban Sweat. With both of these pack-ages, skilled therapists will customize a treatment to suit each individual’s needs. Six therapy rooms, including the Himala-yan Salt Grotto, Eucalyptus Steam Room, Black Charcoal Sauna, Yellow Turmeric Room, Urban Hamman and Oceanic Relaxation Room, can also help people refresh and restore.

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Sound Session 2012

Sound Session, a genre-defying music festival featuring an impressive line-

up of events and perform-ers, will be held July 12 through July 15 in Providence. Produced once a year by Providence Inner City Arts, this year’s highlights will include The Agents, a nationally-acclaimed band that smoothly blends Ska, reggae and swing with a high-energy horn section; the West African drumming en-semble, Akwaaba; Los Pleneros del Coco; The Silks; Brass Attack; We Own Land; and much more. The parade will feature Bolivian Dancers, Big Nazo and the Provi-dence Roller Derby ladies.

Cost: $7 per day; $3 for children under 12; free for ages five and under. For a full schedule of events, visit SoundSession.org.


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Nature’s Wisdom Adds New Service

Nature’s Wisdom Wellness Center, the area’s premier treatment facility for pain and general malaise from chronic conditions, is now offering Nutrition

Response Testing (NRT), a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying causes of ill or non-

optimum health. The procedure is simple and direct, with the body providing all of the information and feedback needed. Carol Stanton, founder of Nature’s Wisdom, says, “We use the extraordinary properties of the human cells and tissues to bring about healing and healthy

changes—exactly as nature intended.” Through the analysis, the body’s neurological

reflexes are tested. These reflexes are the body’s way of telling what and how the nervous system is doing, as it is

the nervous system’s responsibility to regulate the body’s func-tions for each and every organ. The testing includes organs, glands, joints, muscles and more. Following the consultation, patients will be given the results in a way that can be understood, with a specific nutritional program to follow.

Nature’s Wisdom is located at 54 High St., Westerly. For more information, call 401-596-5700 or visit NaturesWisdomWellness.com. See ad on page 7.

Month of Peace in Rhode Island

In September, Rhode Island residents are encour-aged to observe the Month of Peace, an expan-

sion of celebrations of the UN International Day of Peace, which is celebrated around the world. Organized by Ginny Fox of the Peace Flag Project (PFP), also the primary organizer of the UN Peace Days in Providence for the past seven years, the Month of Peace will be celebrated with events in cities throughout the state including Providence, Newport, Jamestown, S. Kingston, Woonsocket and more. The events will include special peace pro-

grams occurring during September that are reflective of a peaceful world. “Celebrating the Peace Month is about helping to create the Beloved Com-munity in our state,” says Fox. “The Beloved Community is one of equality and justice. A peaceful culture is one that we can create ourselves by how we live our lives each day. The goal is peaceful relationships on all levels. Our focus is on how we live with our families, friends, and community members; what kind of citizens, coworkers and colleagues we are; and, how we educate our children and work for social justice. It’s about being able to live a healthy life with meaningful work, good housing and safe neighborhoods. It’s about affirming our need for artistic expression and appreciation for culture in all its diversity. It’s about how we live on this planet and use its resources. It’s about appreciating the connection of all life physically and spiritually.”

For more information, call 401-453-8281 or email [email protected].

Innerlight Accepting Applications for Teacher Training

Innerlight Center for Yoga and Medita-tion, in Middletown, is now accepting

applications for its 2013 Yoga Teacher Training. The 200-hour Yoga Alliance registered training, directed by Kim Chandler and Janne Sahady, will begin January 2013. “The program’s underlying prin-ciple is that teaching yoga is about being in relationship with yourself, with your students and with the larger com-munity,” states Chandler. “Similarly, our curriculum addresses the different com-ponents of teaching yoga in relation to each other and to your life, so that your study of asana, pranayama, philosophy and anatomy is an integrated experi-ence.” Innerlight’s yoga teacher training includes a seva project or independent study in which participants develop a level of expertise in an area of interest through research and practice, then teach a four-class segment to a specific population, so one graduates from teacher training with a strong basic foundation as well as some expertise in an area of their choosing. Chandler says graduates consistent-ly find that Innerlight training not only prepares them to teach yoga, but is also profoundly life changing.

Innerlight is located in Middletown Commons at 850 Aquidneck Ave., in Middletown. For more information, call 401-849-3200 or visit InnerLightYoga.com. See ad on page 37.

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Acorn Cottage to Host Two Special Events

Jackie Van Dusen of Light Soul Therapy will host two events at her home, Acorn

Cottage, in Wakefield, this month. The Awakened Heart and a Croning Ceremony are being offered to the general public. The Awakened Heart, with Cathy Pagano of Wise Woman Salon, will be held from 1 to 5 p.m., July 22. Cost is $60. During the event, the Wise Woman Salon will be mapping the way through the ancient mysteries of love using the myth of Psyche and Eros. “Our hearts awaken and we walk the path of wisdom when our soul (Psyche) embraces the mystery of love (Eros),” states Pagano. Participants should come prepared to move, talk, feel, imagine and create their own initiation into their awakened heart. Participants are also encouraged to bring a journal to write, draw and dream in, and to wear comfortable clothes. A Croning Ceremony will take place at 1 p.m., July 29. This ceremony celebrates females of all ages, and the cer-emony is being extended to include “maidens” (young ladies from ages 10 to 21) and “motherhood” for all who mother—children, animals, friends, caregivers and those who nurture. The ceremony will celebrate the return of the “Wizened Woman” as awakened and teach daughters and granddaugh-ters about their ancestors, assisting them in reconnecting with who they are.

For more information or to reserve, call Jackie Van Dusen at 401-284-0363 or email to [email protected].

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Concordia Center Welcomes Phil Jones

Visiting Australian interfaith minister and recording

artist Phil Jones will present the Sunday lesson “Accessing the Point of Love and Self-Empowerment” on August 19th at the 9:15 a.m. celebration service at Concordia Center for Spiritual Living. The lesson focuses on accessing the deep subconscious mind through spirit, breath, primordial sound, and harmonic resonance - the shamanic point of self-em-powerment. Directly following the service, Jones will facilitate an interactive workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., teaching medi-tation and simple breathing techniques with the Australian didgeridoo. Cost of the workshop is $20.

Concordia Center for Spiritual Living is located at 292 West Shore Rd., Warwick. For more information, call 401-732-1552 or visit Concordia.csl.org or PhilJonesMusic.com. See ad on page 21.

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A native of New York, Dr. Luke Pinatello spent his childhood summers at his family’s home in

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health care options, as well as preventive health care education, with emphasis on weight loss and weight management. “I realized early on that I am here to practice health care, not sick care,” he says. “My job is to find and fix the problem, not just medicate symp-toms. I’m very passionate and commit-

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Dr. Gay Ben Tré, a doctor of acupuncture, a registered nurse, energy healer and master herbalist, has developed the Fertility Solution in response to the needs of a special group of clients who are close to her heart: women who desperately want to become mothers but can’t seem to get pregnant, or in some cases, stay pregnant.

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other amenities to make walking feasi-ble and enjoyable. Streets are designed to keep speeds low, with on-street parking, medians, trees and an absence of one-way roads that flush traffic in and out during rush hour. Walking and biking trails are well connected. Where cul-de-sacs fracture street layouts, trail links reconnect neighborhoods. A walkable destination also includes an intact town center with a compact layout of mixed-income housing near businesses and schools. A library, post office, shops and restau-rants enhance the central mix. Acces-sible public spaces, plus parks, provide gathering spots and meeting places. Walkable features provide mul-tiple benefits. Environmentally, they encourage smart property development. Rehabbed historic buildings become the place to live, work and play. Older, non-historic structures are replaced with compact, mixed-use buildings for street-level businesses with residential apartments above. Without a need for massive parking lots and multiple driveways, town centers instead invest in green spaces and walkways. While decreasing fossil fuel use by driving less, citizens simultaneously benefit in improved personal health as increased physical activity becomes a natural part of everyday life. According

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to the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the average resident of a walkable neighborhood weighs six to 10 pounds less than one from a sprawl-ing neighborhood. Improvements to increase walk-ability make economic sense; a valued, and thus valuable, investment, espe-cially when municipal budgets are tight. “Municipalities simply can’t afford to build the massive-scale roads we need to keep traffic moving if we force everyone into their car all the time,” observes Burden. Research by CEOs for Cities that analyzed data from 94,000 real estate transactions found that higher walkability scores were directly linked to higher home values in 13 of the 15 metro areas; homes that scored above average on walkability are worth $4,000 to $34,000 more than similar, but less walkable, homes.

Superior Quality of LifeFor Fairhope, Alabama, resident Daphne Dvorak, walking is a necessity. Since being diagnosed with macular degeneration two years ago, Dvorak hasn’t been able to drive. “It’s a good thing I love walking,” she smiles. “I walk everywhere.” At 87 years young, her daily routine includes walking for coffee at 5:30 a.m. before walking to work at a downtown bank and later, to the post office. She also walks to visit friends at a nearby retire-ment community, to church on Sundays and to the grocery store. Despite her inability to read street signs, Dvorak exclaims, “I’m amazed at everything I see when I walk. It’s surprising how much enjoyment you can get out of everything around you.” Oakland, California resident Benjamin McGriff is grateful for the expanded sense of home afforded by walkable city life. He remarks, “The line between your autonomous life in your physical residence and shared, day-to-day experiences within a com-munity becomes blurred.” This heightened sense of connec-tion to one’s neighborhood is inversely captured in Sightline Institute’s Cas-cadia Scorecard, which tracks seven

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trends crucial to a sustainable future for the Pacific North-west: health, economy, population, energy, sprawl, wildlife and pollution. They found that for every 10 minutes a person spends in a daily car commute, time spent in community activities falls by 10 percent. The best benefits of walkable communities are less

tangible and more intuited. Whether it’s the stimu-lating energy of a bustling big-city street corner or the tranquility of quiet spots with tree-shaded public benches, walkable communities enjoy a character and quality that draws people in and grounds them in a satisfying sense of place.

“It’s why you often find people from such places celebrating and defending their particular enclave,” says McGriff, “as if the idea of that place is a part of

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Why? Author Neil Pasricha observes, “I like to stop and remember sometimes that

we’ll never be as young as we are right now. We only get 100 years or so to enjoy interior design, books, buffets and radio waves, clean sheets and good movie seats, bakery air, rain hair, bubble wrap and illegal naps.” The Toronto-based creator of the international bestseller, The Book of Awesome: Snow Days, Bakery Air, Finding Money in Your Pocket, and Other Simple, Brilliant Things, is on such a roll that he keeps adding to the list at 1000AwesomeThings.com. All it takes to travel this pleasur-able path is a little attitude adjustment and awareness, agrees Victoria Moran,

author of Creating a Charmed Life. She suggests we continually ask, “What simple thing can I do today that will make it an amazing day?” What follows is not exactly a bucket list, but more like a summer “sand pail”, sparked by Natural Awaken-ings publishers and contributors around the country. Taking cues from summers past and present, they are happy to offer a springboard to enjoyment.

Acting Like a Kid AgainJust the thought of summer days to come brings back memories of free time, family vacations and outdoor fun. Whether we go swimming, sip real lemonade on the porch or catch and release fireflies with our kids or grand-

kids, we love renewing that “in the moment” feeling for ourselves. “I love hanging out with 3-year-olds,” says Pasricha, “because they’re still seeing the world for the first time. Every moment is right now.” If you’re having trouble reaching your inner child, “Think of how you were when you were 10 years old,” suggests Joy Behar, comedian and co-host of The View. “What did you like to do then?” Sometimes revisiting a child-hood pleasure or two can provide the missing link to fresh summer fun. Here are some likely candidates. Retro sweets. “Every time I heard the tinkling bell of the ice cream truck, I would run out on bare feet for a treat, stubbing my big toe more times than I want to remember,” recalls Las Vegas Publisher Mary Ruetten of childhood summers in Southern California. Today, fresh fruit does the trick for her. A dip in the ol’ swimming hole. Reid Boyer, who publishes in Pennsyl-vania’s Lehigh Valley, observes, “Any-one that has experienced high summer heat knows the relief of a good, cool swimming hole. I still remember when my 4-year-old son and I packed up the pickup truck, drove to the community beach at the local lake and set up our picnic lunch, beach chairs and toys. We must have jumped off the end of that pier 100 times each, doing silly jumps and egging each other on to top the last pratfall. We laughed until our bellies hurt.” Bike riding and kite flying. “My all-time favorite summertime treat is bike riding,” says Tina Woods, Natural Awakenings’ New York City publisher. “Being free and blowing in the wind is sheer exuberance. Flying a kite feels like that too, and anytime I pass a kite off to someone else a huge smile breaks out across their face. It’s beauti-ful to see!” Horseback riding. Amy Hass, a longtime publisher in West Michigan, notes, “My fondest summer pastime as a girl was spending every daylight hour with my horse. I would get to the barn early in the morning when there was still dew on the ground and spend all day cleaning up the stalls and barn, grooming my horse and then taking her out on country trails or maybe

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along the train tracks, or else practic-ing in the ring for our next show. She loved cooling off by going for a swim in Lake Michigan.” Superheroics. Why not, asks Natural Awakenings contributor Bill Van Arsdale, of Naples, Florida, who recalls a favorite summer adventure on Cape Cod. “We would tie long beach towels around our necks that reached our ankles, rear back and run as fast as we could through the scrub grass and moss to the edge, where the hard surface broke off into a plunging dune that met the Atlantic shore. For a brief moment, yelling ‘Superman,’ capes flapping, arms and legs flailing, we all became our hero, before landing in a delightful steep skid of clay, pebbles and coarse glacial sand.”

Indulging the SensesThe sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures of summer are easy to discover and recreate. They can be as simple as making the most of… Tai chi at dawn. For Atlanta Publisher Larissa Stewart, taking her Tai chi or yoga practice outside—by a lake or stream—is a great way to start her day. “In the early morning, there is often a cool mist rising from the earth that feels so delicate on your skin and refreshing to breathe. Everything is at peace around you accompanied by the quiet twitter of birds as they awake with the morning sun.”

Red wine at sunset. Jeff Browne, who publishes in New Mexico, loves getting out on a Vespa and scooter-ing around by himself into the sunset. “Other times, I like to sit with friends on the portal (a New Mexican porch) and have a relaxing and feel-good therapeu-tic discussion, maybe accompanied by a glass of wine.” Dining alfresco. “On summer eve-nings,” says Northern California Publisher Jaime Mitchell, “my loved ones and I take every opportunity to indulge in outdoor meals, complete with citronella candles and cool, crisp salads featuring our state’s fresh summer fruits. Strawber-ries, peaches and nectarines become staples in my diet during warm months.” Classic clambake. As a youth, South Jersey publisher Don Moore spent summer vacations on Cape Cod, where, “Days spent by the water’s edge annually culminated in a classic neigh-borhood New England clambake.” Constructing the rock-lined pit and stoking the fire took all day, remembers Moore. “Layers of potatoes, lobster, mussels, corn and clams were laid be-tween rockweed. After we covered the pit with a wet tarp and buried it under sand, mouthwatering aromas would begin to escape into the breezy evening air.” He adds, “I always felt close to nature when sitting on the beach listen-ing to the crashing waves, while filling my hungry belly from a plate brimming with the ocean’s bounty.”

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Personal Pursuits“Having space and time to nurture our creativity may be one of people’s authentic hungers,” muses author Sarah Ban Breathnach, well-known for her Simple Abundance books. She suggests maybe allotting an hour a day to dabble in a hobby, to paint, to plot or to throw pots. It can feel like taking a little vaca-tion every day. “Some days are shaped by sum-mer pleasures, others are redeemed by them,” concludes Breathnach in Simple Pleasures. Making time for such simple joys nurtures an ongoing summer vaca-tion state of mind.

Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO.

Just Do It for FunHere are more ideas for simple pleasures to get summer juices flowing, from Natural Awakenings publishers and staff around the country.

Picture perfect. I’d like to spend a month this summer at my friend’s house and set up my camera on a tripod near her bird feeders. She welcomes flocks of red and yellow finches, cardinals, blue jays and woodpeckers, all of which are fun to photograph. Plus, her flower gardens are awesome. Summer, here I come! ~ Linda Sechrist, writer and editor, Nashville, Tennessee

Potluck block party. Every second Sunday, our next-door neighbors would host a summer barbecue potluck that transformed into a mini-block party. Kids, parents and grandparents brought lawn chairs and set up rows of card tables covered with colorful camp blankets and old tablecloths. Someone always remembered to add a few Mason jars filled with puffy, purple-tinged hydrangeas, dainty red- and yellow-spurred columbines or the simple cheer of sunflowers. We feasted on grilled goodies, accompanied by plump tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, raw carrot strips and steamed corn on the cob, all freshly picked that day from backyard gardens. Homemade baked beans sizzled in a pottery crock. If we were lucky, as a special treat, big wedges of sweet, ice-cold watermelon arrived as dessert. ~ Barb Amrhein, editor, Naples, Florida

Day at the beach. If there’s sun in the skies, you can safely bet that I’m sit-ting on my oceanside beach chair (which includes a beverage cup and foot rest) soaking up the rays, protected by natural sunscreen. With our house just three doors from paradise, we take advantage of it all summer long. ~ Julia Lopez-Motherway, publisher, Long Island, New York

Instant comfort. The neighborhood hangout spot when I was a kid was the garden of the only childless couple in our neighborhood. Many times we trekked home with gift bags full of ripe produce, a memory that surfaces every time I smell a freshly picked tomato. ~ Maisie Raftery, publisher, Boston, Massachusetts

Fun and games. As kids, a dozen of us liked to gather at the cul-de-sac at the top of our long and winding hill as soon as it was dark for a game of flash-light tag, a battery-powered version of hide-and-go-seek. The crickets would start chirruping and the forest behind our houses closed in, offset a bit by the sounds of after-dinner cleanup and televised news through open windows. If you were hit with the light, you had to surrender and the first one found became the next seeker; the rest of us, guided by the light in the stillness of the night, would sneak up and scare the heck out of whoever was “it”. ~ Terry Chriswell, publisher, Denver, Colorado

Unplugging once a week. One of the perks of living on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay is the amazing sunsets. On Fridays after a long workweek, we pack up for our own brand of happy hour on the bluff overlooking the city pier. We bring along a blanket to sit on, our favorite beverage and a snack to enjoy as we enjoy a simple evening of good conversation and a beautiful view. ~ Meredith Montgomery, publisher, Mobile/Baldwin, Alabama

River tubing. I love to dip my toes, fingers and backside into the cool, clear waters of a local river and let the current take me away; enjoying nature at its best is only enhanced by the playful noises of fellow loungers. It is a true delight!~ Karen Goins, publisher, San Antonio, Texas


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of their anatomy. Hair grows in the ears of many dogs; when combined with floppy or drooping earflaps, a dark, moist environment is created in which bacteria and yeast can flour-ish. Breeds with this tendency in-clude cocker spaniels, basset hounds, schnauzers and poodles. A very common cause of ear infec-tions is skin allergies, and treatment can be more challenging than handling a comparatively simple bacterial or fungal infection. While humans may exhibit a runny nose or itchy eyes from an allergic reaction, a cat or dog commonly reveals its skin allergies by inflammation in the ears. Factors may be food-related or environmental or both. Identifying an animal’s allergies is a priority; often, a simple change in diet can solve the problem. Especially for pets with chronic ear infections, avoid the discomfort of repeated infections by requesting a professional diagnostic allergy test to identify possible environ-mental and food allergens. Such testing may involve three separate methods: a blood test for sensitivity to either food or environmental sources; intradermal exposure to environmental allergens (pricking the skin with a small source of allergen to see the reaction); or trials eliminating possible food or regional environmental allergens. As a last resort, some pets may also benefit from allergy injections as part of immuno-therapy to desensitize them to specific allergic reactions. Once the source of an infection has been identified, appropriate steps will be recommended. If bacteria or yeast is the issue, topical treatment may include both a medicated ear cleanser and an oint-ment. Medicine will vary from anti-biotic to antifungal or antiparasitic, depending on the diagnosis, or be a broad-spectrum medication. Often, when owners begin to see an improve-ment, they stop the medication pre-maturely, as applications are typically not a pleasant task. It is important to continue to treat the pet’s ears as any prescription indicates. Upon comple-tion, the veterinarian will likely want to recheck the ears to confirm success. With certain severe ear infections,


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Natural Prevention is KeyTo prevent infection in the first place or to minimize future problems once a pet’s ear infection has been successfully treated, follow these simple steps.

n Thoroughly clean the pet’s ears once a week with a cleanser recommended by the family veterinarian. Do not put a Q-tip in their ears; use a cotton ball.

n Pluck the pet’s ear hair periodically (a groomer can also do this).

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Summer is the high season for out-door gatherings to celebrate warm weather and make the most of

evening’s lingering natural light. When it comes to outdoor entertaining, simple is generally better. Backyard cookouts and picnic takeouts call for tasty fare, light foods and nothing too fancy or fussy. In most parts of the country, sum-mer brings a bounty of just-picked produce, and the fresher it is, the fewer the steps required to make delicious dishes. By keeping just a few staples on hand—cold-pressed olive oil, garlic cloves, fresh herbs and lemons, a good sea salt and freshly ground pepper—the cook will always be prepared to put together a delectable, trouble-free spread. Options run from grilled goodies to marinated and tossed salads that give the hosts time to enjoy their company. Complete the treat by serving skewers of fresh, ripe, cut fruit for dessert—an easy, healthy and welcome alternative to rich and complicated or store-bought sweets. Creating a fun and festive atmo-sphere for backyard gatherings is easy, without a lot of fanfare. String up twinkly

lights and use natural wax votive candles placed in empty jam and jelly jars to protect them from the wind. To ward off mosquitoes and generally keep bugs at bay, encircle the patio, deck or park picnic area with citronella candles or in-cense. Fire pits always make an outdoor gathering feel more special. A mesmer-izing center of attention, they also warm up the evening as the temperature drops. To keep serving and cleanup easy, use eco-friendly disposables. Look for plates made from recycled content or bagasse (derived from sugar cane fiber), cutlery sourced from biodegrad-able, plant-based plastic and recycled-paper napkins. Give guests instant ac-cess to a nearby compost bin, garbage can and recycling bin, or designated carry-away bags.

Happy summering!

Renée Loux is an organic chef, restau-rateur, green expert and media person-ality. Her books include Easy Green Living and The Balanced Plate. Visit ReneeLoux.com.

OUTDOOR ENTERTAININGBackyard & Picnic Party Foods

by Renée Loux

Tasty Ways to Savor Summer

Grilled Black Bean Quinoa PattyThese flavorful patties are a hearty and complete source of protein, a popu-lar, plant-based option for traditional burgers. Ground flaxseed mixed with water works to bind the ingredients to-gether in place of eggs. When grilling, be careful to flip them gently, so that patties stay together; they’re equally delicious cooked in a skillet on the stove. Serve on a whole-grain pita and load on the toppings. For a gluten-free alternative, use ground tortilla chips instead of breadcrumbs.

Yields 6 to 8 burgers

1 15-oz can black beans, rinsed, drained and spread out to dry for 20 minutes; divide into two equal parts2 Tbsp Vegenaise2 tsp ground cumin1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp garlic powder¼ to ½ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)1 Tbsp ground flaxseed, mixed with 3 Tbsp water½ cup cooked quinoa½ cup breadcrumbs or ground tortilla chips, as needed1/3 cup finely chopped red onion¼ cup chopped cilantroSea salt Freshly ground black pepper

ToppersSalsaAvocado slicesLettuceSliced red onionPickles

1. Drain and rinse black beans in a colander. Shake and let stand for a few minutes for excess liquid to drain. Spread out on a clean, dry towel; blot dry with another clear, dry towel; and let stand to dry for 20 minutes. This can also be done in the oven—spread on a cookie sheet and dry at 300° F for 15 minutes.

2. In a food processor, place half of


the beans, Vegenaise, cumin, oregano, garlic powder and crushed red pep-per. Chop in pulses to create a coarse purée. Transfer to a medium bowl.

3. In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed and water. Let stand 5 minutes to thicken. Mix into the black bean mixture and add remaining beans, quinoa, breadcrumbs or ground tortilla chips, onion and cilan-tro. Mix until combined. If the mixture looks too wet to hold together, add more breadcrumbs or ground tortilla chips. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

4. Form into 3- to 4-inch-circumference patties. If time allows, let chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours to firm and for flavors to develop.

5. On a grill preheated to medium-high and brushed with oil, cook patties until crisp and brown, turning once, 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Or heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until browned, turning once, 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Quinoa, Tomatoes and HerbsGrilling mushrooms brings out their savory flavor. Stuffed with protein-rich quinoa, this dish is satisfying enough to be served as an entrée.

Yields 6 servings

6 Portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed3 Tbsp olive oil1 tsp balsamic vinegar½ tsp dried thymeSea salt1 Tbsp olive oil

3 scallions, chopped1 large clove garlic, minced¾ cup uncooked quinoa1½ cups water1 low-sodium vegetable bullion cube2 medium heirloom tomatoes, diced into ½-inch pieces2 Tbsp chopped herbs—basil, parsley and/or mintSea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

2. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar and thyme. Brush cleaned mushrooms with mixture and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 20 to 30 minutes.

3. Grill on each side until grill marks appear, about 4 minutes per side. Or roast mushrooms under the broiler until juicy, about 10 minutes (optional).

4. In a skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat olive oil over medium heat, and sauté garlic and scallions with a pinch of salt and pepper just until fragrant, for about 1 minute. Add quinoa, water and bullion cube. Turn up heat, cover and bring to a boil. Stir once and reduce heat to low to simmer for 20 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes.

5. Fluff quinoa with a fork. Fold in to-matoes and herbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. Place mushrooms cap-side down on a serving platter. Fill the cavity of the mushrooms with the quinoa mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Watermelon-Mint Limeade1 small watermelon (or half of a larger melon), diced1/3 cup fresh lime juice1/3 cup agave nectar2 Tbsp chopped mint1 Tbsp chopped basilPinch crushed sea salt2 cups ice

1. Using a chinois or other fine-mesh strainer, push the watermelon through the mesh using a sturdy wooden spoon, to push through all the liquid into a bowl, leaving behind the pulp and seeds. Pour the liquid into a pitcher with the lime juice, agave nectar and a pinch of salt. Chill well.

2. Just before serving, add the mint and basil to the liquid, and blend the mixture in the blender in two batches, adding a cup of ice to each batch.

Future fun: Freeze leftover portions into popsicles for an easy treat on another day.

Recipes from The Balanced Plate and Living Cuisine, by Renée Loux, and ReneeLoux.com; limeade recipe cour-tesy of Beth Bader, co-author of The Cleaner Plate Club.

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Watermelon Mediterranean Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Avocado and OlivesThis dish embodies the zenith of sum-mer, when watermelon and tomatoes are at their height. Paired with refresh-ing cucumber, buttery avocado, savory olives and bright herbs, this pastiche of flavor and texture is a perfect accompa-niment to any backyard or picnic party.

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1. In a bowl, place tomatoes, watermel-on, cucumber, avocado, olives, basil and mint. Toss gently.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour over tomato-watermelon mixture and toss gently to mix. Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Pesto Grilled Corn on the CobA pesto-packed twist on a backyard party classic, grilling corn in its husk yields tender kernels and a delectable natural sweetness.

Yields 6 servings

6 ears unhusked corn

Pesto1 cup packed basil leaves1 clove garlic2 Tbsp pine nuts1½ Tbsp lemon juice1 tsp sea salt1 tsp freshly ground black pepper6 Tbsp olive oil

1. Oil grill and preheat to medium high.

2. Fill a large bowl with cold water.

3. Keeping the husks attached at the base, peel back the husks of each cob and remove the silk. Cover the cobs again with the husk.

4. Soak the corncobs in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes to prevent husks from charring too quickly.

5. In a food processor, place basil, garlic, pine nuts, lemon juice, salt and pepper and chop in pulses for maxi-mum mixing. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Set aside.

6. Place corn, covered in its husk on the grill. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove from the grill, let it cool enough to touch and then remove husks. Return to grill and cook, turning to lightly char all sides, for an addition-al 5 to 7 minutes total.

7. Remove from grill and generously brush with pesto. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper if desired and serve hot.

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TUESdAY, JULY 17Tong Ren Guinea Pig Class – 7-8:30pm. Need some energy work or just relax? Come by, listen to soft music, get comfy while I tap on the meridian points on an acupuncture model to relieve block-ages. Donations accepted. Spirit of Agape, Shari Bitsis, 165 Elm St, Seekonk, MA. 401-465-4249. [email protected].

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SUNdAY, NOVEMBER 4Zumba Health and Wellness Cruise – 4:30pm-9am. Let’s get fit and have some fun aboard Royal Caribbean Freedom Of The Seas. 7 Nights Nov 4-11 from Port Canaveral to Eastern Caribbean ports. $799-$1199/person double occupancy. Fit World and Travel Plus RI, 15 Sandy Bottom Rd, Coventry. 401-828-2230. [email protected].


ongoingcalendarSundaySunday Celebration Service – 9:15-10:30am. Change your thinking, change your life. Concordia provides spiritual tools to transform personal lives and create a better world through principles of the Science of Mind. Love offering. Concordia Center for Spiritual Living, 292 W Shore Rd, Warwick. 401-732-1552. Concordia.CSL.org.

Vinyasa Yoga – 9:15-10:45am. A strong, powerful and fluid yoga class that helps detoxify the body and relieve stress. For students with an established practice and familiarity with yoga asanas. $13 drop in. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Ananda Sunday Satsang – 10am-12pm. Join us Sunday mornings for meditation, chanting, inspira-tion and satsang (fellowship), potluck lunch. Teach-ings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Everyone welcome. Be in joy. Donation. Ananda Center, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-308-8745. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Couples Reflexology – 10am-3pm. Relax with a loved one or a friend; call for an appointment time. $80. Footdiva, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 212, Warwick. 401-368-8878. [email protected].

Sunday Meditation – 11am-12pm. Enjoy this relax-ing morning class which includes a short talk and a guided meditation on how to apply Buddhist teach-ings in our modern lives. $8/class; free for members. Serlingpa Meditation Center, 339 Ives St, Providence. 508-979-8277. MeditationInProvidence.org.

F.L.Y. (First Love Yourself) – 6-7:30pm. A new woman’s social gathering. Connect with other wom-an for support, insight and friendship. New topics decided as a group. $5. Footdiva, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 212, Warwick. 401-368-8878. [email protected].

MondaySunrise Yoga – 6-7:30am. Also Fridays. We have a beautiful space to practice calming the mind; toning the body for leaner looking and feeling great. Yoga practice compliments everything you do (balance and focus). Donation. Prema Yoga, 127 Pocasset Ave, Providence. 401-390-5419.

Svaroopa® Yoga Class – 10:30am-12pm. Savor this deeply relaxing style of yoga. Poses customized for your body. The result is less tension, more ease, calm and bliss. Beginners welcome. New students $40/4 classes, $18/series. Time For You Yoga, Ma-ria Sichel, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Yoga at Easton’s Beach – Begin July 9. 5:30-6:30pm. An hour-long yoga experience designed for all; no previous experience necessary. Parking is free in Lot 2 (near the beach houses). $15 drop in or use Innerlight account. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, Easton’s Beach, Rotunda Ballroom, Newport. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

Zumba with Dr. Cathy – 6-7pm. No dance experi-ence needed, just a willingness to move and have fun. $5. Dr. Cathy Picard at Stage Right Studio, 68 S Main St, Woonsocket. StageRightStudio.org.

Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:30pm. Come learn Tai chi chuan. A soft, internal Chinese martial art for overall well being, health and self defense. $50/month 1 weekly class. Attleboro School of Tai Chi Chuan, 104 County St, Attleboro, MA. 508-930-4127. AttleboroTaiChi.com.

Deeksha Oneness Blessing – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Monday. Open the heart, heal relationships, quiet the chatter of the mind, and initiate a process of Awaken-ing into Oneness where there is no longer a sense of separateness. Donation. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Place, Providence. 401-270-5443. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Ananda Meditation Group – 8:15-9:15pm. Relieve tension, feel happier and more peace through medita-tion. Discover your inner spiritual nature. Donation. Meet at Simplify Yoga, 1050 Tiogue Ave (Rte 3), Coventry. Adam: 401-286-2345. More info: Ananda Center, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-308-8745. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

TuesdaySvaroopa Yoga Class – 4-5:30pm. Very gentle, deeply healing style. Focus is on releasing the tight muscles along the spinal column for a related release in the body & mind. $124/series of 8, $19/drop-in. Blissful Moment Yoga Studio, 1006 Charles St, Ste 10A, North Providence. Pre-registration necessary: 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com.

Meditation Group – 5:30-7pm. Manage stress, awaken intuition and connect to spirit using guided breath control, visualization and sound. Individual sessions available by appointment. With Robert Arnold. Bring a friend. $10 each. Under The Sun Meditation Center, 31B Bridge St, Newport. Register: 401-339-6092. UnderTheSunECC.com/Meditation.html.

Working In – 6-7:30pm. Combining gentle stretch-ing and strengthening exercises with anatomical information, this class will assist the student to

discover their own physical alignment. All levels. $13 drop in. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Reiki Practitioner Share – 6:30-8:30pm. Come practice, share, and connect with other practi-tioners the 3rd Tuesday. Come practice, share and connect with other Reiki practitioners at all levels are welcome, registration required. Free (donations accepted). Artistic Holistics, 1065A Warwick Ave, Warwick. 401-248-4998. SerenityAndGrace.com.

Providence Laughter Club – 7:30-8:30pm. 2nd & 4th Tuesday. Explore, nourish and share intentional laughter as a means of cultivation wellness, heal-ing, playfulness and connection in ourselves and our communities. Free; donations appreciated. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Place, Providence. 401-270-5443. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

WednesdayStretch & Breathe Open Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. Calm your brain, breathe deeper as you open your Lungs. Gently move through postures that open the Heart, Hips and Shoulders. Juice your Joints. All levels welcome. $9. The Herb Wyfe Holistic Health Center, 23 Brown St, Wickford. 401-295-1140. [email protected].

Learning Body’s Language – 9:30-11am. Us-ing guided imagery, movement exercises and discussion of the body’s energy systems, the class explores body’s wisdom and the language it uses to communicate. All levels. $13 drop in. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Hope St Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. Featuring a variety of locally produced goods, including veg-etables, jams, jellies, artisan breads and pastries, breads, chocolates, and much more. Free. Lippitt Park, 1059 Hope St, Providence.

Yin & Yang Yoga – 3:45-5pm. A mixed level, slow flowing vinyasa class with deep attention to mind-ful alignments of body, mind and heart. With Jen Thomas. $15. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Place, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. RSVP: [email protected]. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Kripalu Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Join Chris Belanger for a quiet, guided practice where you are encour-aged to feel, breathe and be in the moment. You may find your practice both relaxes and awakens you. $14 drop in or new students 2/$20. Village Well-ness Center, 422 Post Rd, Warwick. 401-941-2310. VillageWellnessCenter.com.

Candlelight Yoga – 4:30-6pm. Also Friday. We have a beautiful space to practice calming the mind; toning the body for leaner looking and feeling

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great. Yoga practice compliments everything you do (balance and focus). Donation. Prema Yoga, 127 Pocasset Ave, Providence. 401-390-5419.

Zumba with Dr. Cathy – 5-6pm. No dance experi-ence needed, just a willingness to move and have fun. $5. Dr. Cathy Picard at Stage Right Studio, 68 South Main St, Woonsocket. StageRightStudio.org.

Yoga at Easton’s Beach – Begin July 18. 5:30-6:30pm. An hour-long yoga experience designed for all; no previous experience necessary. Parking is free in Lot 2 (near the beach houses). $15 drop in or use Innerlight account. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, Easton’s Beach, Rotunda Ballroom, Newport. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

Ananda Yoga: Joy Is Within You – 5:30-6:45pm. Starts 7/11. Enjoy blissful yoga with gentle postures, beautiful affirmations, breathing practices and meditation. Relax and release stress as you refresh body, mind and spirit in joy. Suggested donation $10. Ananda Center, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-308-8745. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Svaroopa Yoga Class – 6-7:30pm. Very gentle, deeply healing style. Focus is on releasing the tight muscles along the spinal column for a related release in the body and mind. $124/series of 8, $19/drop-in. Blissful Moment Yoga Studio, 1006 Charles St, Ste 10A, North Providence. Pre-registration necessary: 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com.

Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:30pm. Come learn Tai chi chuan. A soft, internal Chinese martial art for overall well being, health and self defense. $50/month for 1 weekly class. Attleboro School of Tai Chi Chuan, 104 County St, Attleboro, MA. 508-930-4127. AttleboroTaiChi.com.

Learn To Read Tarot Cards – 6:30-9pm. Study the symbolism of tarot cards and strengthen your intuition. This in-depth class begins in September 2012 with a holiday break in December ending in March of 2013. $22/class. TarotCare, Warwick. 401-323-0530. TarotCare.com.

Just Breathe: Simply Meditate – Begins July 11. 7-8pm. Simple, one-hour-long guided meditation classes for all. Each class includes a short teaching and guided meditation. No meditation experi-ence necessary. $8/class; free for members. Ser-lingpa Meditation Center, 339 Ives St, Providence. 508-979-8277. MeditationInProvidence.org.

ThursdaySvaroopa Yoga Class – 9:45-11:15am. Very gentle, deeply healing style. Focus is on releasing the tight muscles along the spinal column for a related release in the body and mind. $124/series of 8, $19/drop-in. Blissful Moment Yoga Studio, 1006 Charles St, Ste 10A, North Providence. Pre-registration necessary: 401-742-8020. BlissfulMomentYoga.com.

Tai Chi – 10:45-11:45am. Experience the physical and spiritual benefits of Tai chi and qigong. No experience necessary, wear comfortable clothing. $5/suggested donation. Mobley Family Chiroprac-tic, Briarwood Plaza, 30 Olney St, Seekonk, MA. 508-336-0408. MobleyFamilyChiro.com.

Fluid Fitness™ – 11am-12pm. Need to move? Stiff, tight, or tense? Gentle, effective, innovative approach to move your whole body fluidly. Slow down aging and enhance your fitness. Feel more free. $12, $10/seniors & students. Soulistic Arts – Focus Yoga Studio, 63 Cedar Ave, East Greenwich. 401-826-2020. SoulisticArts.com.

Healers Group – 12:30-2:30pm. Weekly gathering of healers to share latest techniques and insights, to practice on or with each other and to help with distance healing cases. Brown bag lunch and circle. Free; donations appreciated. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Place, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Meditation Group – 5:30-7pm. Manage stress, awaken intuition and connect to spirit using guided breath control, visualization and sound. Individual sessions available by appointment. Bring a friend. $10 each. Robert Arnold, Under The Sun Meditation Cen-ter, 31B Bridge St, Newport. Register: 401-339-6092. UnderTheSunECC.com/Meditation.html.

Basic Yoga Series – 6-7:30pm. Introduces yoga to brand new beginners, using the breath to release the ego-mind, and yoga poses to expand awareness of the sensations in the body. A series of 8 classes. $88/8-class series. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Svaroopa® Yoga Class – 6:30-8pm. Savor this deeply relaxing style of yoga. Poses customized for your body. The result is less tension, more ease, calm and bliss. Beginners welcome. New students $40/4 classes, $18 series. Time For You Yoga, Ma-ria Sichel, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Meditation Class – 7-8pm. Deepening Somatic Consciousness. Walking meditation in addition to guided experiences working with conscious-ness in the body, connecting with the earth and cultivating unconditional presence. $14, $70/prepaid for 6. The Providence Institute, 18 Impe-rial Place, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Zumba with Dr. Cathy – 7-8pm. No dance experi-ence needed, just a willingness to move and have fun. $5. Dr. Cathy Picard at Stage Right Studio, 68 S Main St, Woonsocket. StageRightStudio.org.

FridayYin & Yang Yoga – 8:15-9:30am. See Wednes-day listing for details. $15. The Providence Institute, 18 Imperial Place, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. RSVP: [email protected]. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Stretch & Breathe Open Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. Calm your brain, breathe deeper as you open your Lungs. Gently move through poses that open the heart, hips and shoulders. Juice your joints. All levels welcome. $9. The Herb Wyfe Holistic Health Center, 23 Brown St, Wickford. 401-295-1140. [email protected].

Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:30pm. Come learn Tai chi chuan. A soft, internal Chinese martial art for overall well being, health and self defense. $50/month for 1 weekly class. Attleboro School of Tai Chi Chuan, 104 County St, Attleboro, MA. 508-930-4127. AttleboroTaiChi.com.

Group Energy Healing – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Friday. Experience powerful healing energy from intuitive healer Kim Testa. Come experience why this is such a popular event. $20. The Providence Institute, 18 Impe-rial Place, Ste 6A, Providence. 401-270-5443. RSVP: [email protected]. TheProvidenceInstitute.org.

Reflexology Party – 7:30-10pm. Book a girls’ night out. Rest, relax, renew. Book a reflexology party with friends and you get a session for free. $20. Footdiva, 2845 Post Rd, Ste 212, Warwick. For details: 401-368-8878. [email protected].

SaturdayTai Chi Chuan – 8-9:30am. Come learn Tai chi chuan. A soft, internal Chinese martial art for overall well being, health and self defense. $50/month for 1 weekly class. Attleboro School of Tai Chi Chuan, 104 County St, Attleboro, MA. 508-930-4127. AttleboroTaiChi.com.

Yoga at Easton’s Beach – 8:30-9:30am. Join us for yoga on the beach, in front of the Pavilion to awaken body, mind and spirit amidst sea, sky and sand. Not held in the rain. Free parking. Bring towel and water. $15 drop in or use Innerlight account. Innerlight Center for Yoga & Meditation, Easton’s Beach, Newport. 401-849-3200. InnerlightYoga.com.

Yoga at Norman Bird Sanctuary – 8:30-9:45am. Open to all levels, hatha style classes will inspire the mind, ignite the senses, center the soul, and strengthen the body. Offered by Jessica Webb. $10. Norman Bird Sanctuary. 583 Third Beach Rd, Middletown. [email protected].

Mount Hope Farmers’ Market – 9am-12pm. Year-round Farmers’ Market located at the historic Mount Hope Farm in Bristol. Bring the family, shop for local food, & walk the beautiful grounds. Free. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol. 401-254-1745. [email protected].

Hope St Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Featur-ing a variety of locally produced goods, including vegetables, jams, jellies, artisan breads and pastries, breads, chocolates, and much more. Free. Lippitt Park, 1059 Hope St, Providence.

Svaroopa® Yoga Class – 9:30-11am. Savor this deeply relaxing style of yoga. Poses customized for your body. The result is less tension, more ease, calm and bliss. Beginners welcome. New Students $40/4 classes, $18 series. Time For You Yoga, Maria Sichel, 2155 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland. 401-305-5319. TimeForYouYoga.com.

Gentle Shanti Yoga – 9:45-11:15am. This class introduces the student to the wisdom of the body, through breath, movement and mindfulness. Great for beginners, this class will help relax and reduce stress. $13 drop in. The Heart Spot, 700 Greenville Ave, Johnston. 401-231-0081. TheHeartSpot.com.

Indoor/Outdoor Yoga – 10-11am. Practice calm-ing the mind; toning the body for leaner looking & feeling great. Yoga practice compliments everything you do (balance and focus). Donation. Prema Yoga, East Side. 401-390-5419.

Introduction to Kriya Yoga Workshop – 10am-3pm. Kriya Yoga meditation quickly accelerates one’s spiritual growth. Learn about the Path of Kriya, Param-hansa Yogananda’s Energization Technique, and prep-aration for Kriya. Suggested donation $25. Ananda Center, 40 Collins Rd, Hopkinton. 401-308-8745. AnandaRhodeIsland.org.

Beginner Amrit Yoga – 10:45am-12:15pm. Stretch your mind, relax and energize your body. This class presents the fundamentals of yoga practice with guidance, proceeding at a pace that honors your own body wisdom. $15 or membership. Santosha Yoga Studio, 14 Bartlett Ave, Cranston. 401-780-9809. YogaAtSantosha.com.

Zumba with Dr. Cathy – 11:15am-12:15pm. No dance experience needed, just a willingness to move and have fun. $5. Dr Cathy Picard at Stage Right Studio, 68 S Main St, Woonsocket. StageRightStudio.org.


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ACUPUNCTURE

AqUIDNECK ISLAND ACUPUNCTUREDr. Shawna E.M. Snyder 170 Aquidneck Avenue Middletown, RI 02842 401-297-1642 AquidneckAcupuncture.com

I will take into account your whole self, not just your symptoms, in order to get to the root of your health concerns. My conviction is that healing is less about battling illness and more about nourishing life. As long as we’re living-we’re healing. I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Aetna and Tufts Health Plan insurance. See ad on page 27.

ANTI-AGING

LIFEVANTAGELook and Feel Young at Any Age Longevity Coach Leslie Simon Haduch 401-742-0512 • SixtyYoung.com

Learn how Protandim, the anti-aging/medical breakthrough, protects your health and the incredible business opportunity with Life-Vantage. Don’t miss this life changing opportu-nity! Say good-bye to old age. Stay Forever Young! Come hear about the fastest growing company in the holistic industry. Free Seminars on Wednes-days from 7 - 8pm. See ad on page 9.

AYURVEDIC CONSULTANT

AERMID AYURVEDAJessica Albernaz, MS, CAC Serving RI and MA 860-558-3988 aermid-ayurveda.com

Ayurveda is an ancient system of holistic medicine from India. It is completely natural, relying on diet, lifestyle, yoga and herbs to treat mental/physical imbalances. Achieving balance in body and mind strengthens immunity and activates the body’s natural healing power. As a Certified Ayurvedic Consultant, I can help you determine your own personal balance and provide natural treatments to help you achieve it.

COMMUNITY AYURVEDIC HERBALISTJessica Ferrol, Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, PKS, E-RYT Life Essentials Wellness Center 39 Broad Street, Pawcatuck, CT Women and Infants Integrative Wellness Center 33 Valley Rd, Middletown, RI 401-323-4638 CommunityAyurvedicHerbaliStcom

Our intention is to bring the natu-ral healing wisdom of Ayurveda to you, your loved ones and our communities. Through one-on-one consultation, herbal supple-ments & workshops, our services are for anyone wanting to feel

healthier, stronger and more content with life. Ayurvedic and Herbal Consultation services offered.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT

AqUIDNECK NUTRIENTS & WELLNESS CENTER170 Aquidneck Ave Middletown, RI 401-324-6167 • [email protected]

Are you suffering from Sleep Disturbances, Anxiety, Fatigue, Depression, Low energy, Low Libido, PMS, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Focus and Memory loss? We will work with your doctor. For Men and Wom-en. Consultations available Monday through Friday 10am-5pm with Rene StLaurent Rph/certified clini-cal nutritionist and hormone consultant.

CHIROPRACTOR

MOBLEY FAMILY CHIROPRACTICDr. Belinda Mobley Briarwood Plaza 30 Olney St, Seekonk, MA 508-336-0408 MobleyFamilyChiro.com

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. At Mobley Family Chiropractic we use gentle but specific chiropractic techniques to locate and remove the barriers to true health and have a variety of options to assist you on the Rd to better health and vitality. See ad on page 43.

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our commmunity.

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NEW HORIzON CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESSDr. Misty Kosciusko 934 East Main Rd Portsmouth, RI 401-683-6430

NewHorizonChiro.com

New Horizon Chiropractic & Wellness utilizes a whole body holistic approach to assist your health-care needs! Dr. Kosciusko prides herself in educat-ing her patients on the root cause of their physical ailments, at the same time providing exceptional quality of care to assist in pain relief with long standing results. See ad on page 39.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

INNER HEALTH COLON HYDROTHERAPYLori DeLang, I-ACT Certified Colon Hydrotherapist 450 Chauncy St, at Rtes. 95, 495 & 106 Mansfield, MA 508-261-1611 loridelang@comcaStnet InnerHealthofMansfield.com

Cleanse your colon with privacy and dignity, using the premier Angel of Wa-ter system. The large intestine (colon) is cleansed by instilling purified water into the lower bowel through a dispos-able nozzle. The water initiates natural movement of the colon to eliminate

waste. You remain in control of the flow of water at all times. Remember: The Rd to Good Health is Paved with Good Intestines! See ad on page 49.

COUNSELING

HOLISTIC HEALINGDr. Don Lovejoy, Ph.D., LCDP 1076 Park Ave Cranston, RI 02910 401-474-9650

Don has a personable and energetic personality. With over 20 years of experience, Don has dedi-cated his life to human service work in helping others to realize their full potential in life through health and wellness. Don has experience with substance abuse, 12 step programs, individual/group stress reduction, weight loss, inner child and unhealthy relationships. Insurance accepted.

HOLISTIC HEALTH ADVISORGina Goodhart, MA 151 Broadway Suite 220 Providence, RI 401-524-1829

Gina has created a warm comfortable environ-ment where your needs and concerns can be ex-pressed safely to facilitate healing. Working with individuals and couples, Gina supports and gently guides her clients as they journey through crisis to restore the body, mind and spirit into a harmoni-ous state of living.


DEPTH HYPNOSIS

KATHARINE A. ROSSI401-924-0567 archeofspirit.com [email protected]

Holistic counseling using hypnosis to access the root cause of imbalances and transform your re-lationship with others and self. Depth Hypnosis works with your inner wisdom to heal and create lasting change. Phone and office sessions available.

ENERGY HEALING

LIGHT SOUL THERAPY HEALINGWakefield, RI 401-284-0363 LightSoulTherapy.com [email protected]

Like peeling an onion, Light Soul Therapy works to release layers of dis-illusion, dis-content & dis-ease. Facilitating the very deep healing energies of Reconnective Healing, The Reconnection & Sacred Stone Massage, the body/mind begins it’s transformation to healing and wholeness. Private Self Mastery sessions & group Meditation gather-ings accelerate the healing process. Call today for free 20 min. phone consult. I would love to speak with you. See website for more info.

ESTHETICIAN

DIANNE COLARDOMassage Envy Spa 1000 Division St East Greenwich, RI 401-336-2900 MassageEnvy.com

Massage Envy Spa has partnered with Dr. Murad, of Murad Interna-

tional, to create four signature facials. Sun damage, acne blemishes, reducing signs of aging, or calming sensitive skin, we have a facial designed for you. Full consultation to ensure that you are receiving the treatment that is best suited for your skin care needs. Appointments are available 7 days a week, including evenings. See ad on page 3.

FRESH FACE SKINCARE CENTER @ AVALONDebby Votta 1221 Reservoir Ave Cranston, RI

401-944-4601 • FreshFaceSkinCare.net

My philosophy has always been that everyone should love and be proud of how their skin looks and feels. At the young age of 50, my skin has never looked so flawless and so fresh. I look for-ward to sharing my love and knowledge of the skin care profession to make that happen for YOU! See ad on page 47.

HEALING ARTS CENTER

MAGICK MIRROR HEALING ARTS CENTERConnie Ouellette & Kevin Moniz 17 State St, Bristol, RI • 401-254-2200

Look into the Magick Mirror and experience the healing energies of crystals, gemstones, jewelry and gifts from around the world. Psychic readings, can-dles, books, incense, music, herbs, fairies await you. Lift your spirits through our mediumship and meta-physical classes! Magick, Tarot (3 levels), Herbs, Wicca, Reiki, Angels, Shamanism and much more. Join our co-op of holistic healers forming now!

HEALTH FOOD STORE

NATURE’S GOODNESS510 East Main Rd Middletown, RI 401-847-7480 NaturesGoodnessRI.com

For 26 years we have been providing the finest quality Natural & Organic Whole Foods, Nutri-tional Products, Body Care, Athletic Supplements, Natural Pet Care and Healthful Information in a fun, comfortable and inspirational environ-ment. We are open daily. Please visit our website for a wealth of information. See ad on page 22.

HOLISTIC GUIDANCE

CHRISTINE MCCULLOUGH, MANewport, RI 401-847-6551 TheHolisticTarot.blogspot.com TheHolisticTarot.com TheLabyrinthLadies.com

Let me help you move through times of transition and transformation in your life. I offer integra-tive, holistic insights and solutions customized to your needs. Holistic Tarot, Spiritual Astrology, En-ergy Healing, Reiki II, Body Talk, Ear Coning, Life Coach, Non-denominational Celebrant.

MY HOLISTIC VILLAGEMyHolisticVillage.com

Resources for holistic daily liv-ing! Search the Chamber of Commerce Directory for holistic

practitioners and merchants. Browse the Library for archived presentations. Bookmark the Calen-dar for “must see” holistic events and more! Join today. It’s free. Own a business? Get found on-line when you join the Chamber of Commerce at MyHolisticVillage.com.

PATHWAYS TO HEALINGBobbie Schaeffer Warwick, RI 401-287-4093 [email protected] reikiri.com

Find loving guidance on your healing path with Reiki treatments and classes. Calm your spirit and achieve positive energy through group work in med-itation and affirmations. Discover the answers you are seeking through Angel Card Messenger readings.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTERPOSITIVE NEW BEGINNINGS 877 BRdway East Providence, RI 401-432-7195 PositiveNewBeginnings.com

Reiki, Meditation, Spiritual Counseling, Law of At-traction Coaching, Angel Therapy, Crystal Healing, Yoga, Massage, Acupuncture, Theta Healing, Psychic Readings, Angel &Tarot Cards, Past Lives, Reflexol-ogy, Workshops, Magick Classes, Weddings, Moon Ceremonies, Psychic Parties, gifts, stones, herbs, Room Rentals. Sunday ~ First Spiritualist Church of RI -Come feel the positive vibe! See ad on page 27.

INTERFAITH MINISTER

INTERFAITH MINISTER Rev. Natalia de Rezendes Slatersville, RI 401-766-8316 [email protected] OneVoiceCentral.com

Create the Wedding ceremony of your heart’s desire with Rev. Natalia! Whether it be traditional or non-traditional or an Interfaith marriage. All types of love unions welcomed! Rev. Natalia co-creates ceremo-nies with you and enhances the beauty of your tra-ditions: weddings, baby christenings and namings, seasonal healing rituals, memorials and funerals.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS

SHEILA M. FRODERMANN, MA, ND, FHANPProvidence Wholistic Healthcare 144 Waterman St, Providence, RI 401-455-0546 • ProvidenceWholistic.com

Holistic family health care: your comprehensive natural medicine clinic offering diet and nutritional counseling, herbal & homeopathic medicines, and acupuncture. Optimize health and wellness naturally! See ad on page 15.

KERI LAYTON, N.D.111 Chestnut St, Providence, RI Also at All That Matters, Wakefield, RI 401-536-4327 • KLaytonND.com

Naturopathic medicine at its beSt Diet and nutrient therapy, herbal medicine, NAET, home-opathy. Safe and effective treat-ments for men, women and children of all ages.

A simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for

the body and the mind. —Albert Einstein


NATURE CURES NATUROPATHIC CLINICDr. Cathy Picard, N.D. 250 Eddie Dowling Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 401-597-0477 • DrCathyPicard.com

Whole-person health care for the entire family us-ing safe and effective natural medicines. Meeting your health care needs with homeopathy, herbal medicine, nutrition and biotherapeutic drainage. Focus includes pediatrics and childhood develop-mental issues including autism and ADHD.

PET FOODS

PET FOODS PLUS30 Gooding Ave Bristol, RI 401-253-2456

PetFoodPlusInc.com

Toys, treats, shampoo, leashes, cat litter or food of all kinds, Pet Foods Plus has it. High quality cus-tomer service, offering a full supply of food and accessories for dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, rabbits, fish and even livestock. We also sell fish, small mammals, reptiles and birds. Stop by for quality products at affordable prices! See ad on page 47.

REIKI

SYLVIA COLLINSReiki Master & Teacher Warwick, RI 401-921-4397 TheLightWithinRI.com

I would love to open your hands, your heart and soul to the wonderful healing energy of Reiki. I am a Certified Reiki Master and Teacher, who takes a personal interest in my students as I guide them on their journey of spiritual growth. Besides teaching, I am also available for personal Reiki ses-sions, Reiki for your pets and Angel Card readings. Call for appointment.

THE HEART OF MY HANDSGail Major 259 Water St, Warren, RI 1-401-640-6592 TheHeartOfMyHands.com

Restore your energy field back to bal-ance and wellness, for its highest best and good—in mind, body and soul. Reiki has the ability to bring you to a harmonious state of being. Within it, lies deep peace. Call to schedule a session.

SHAMANIC PRACTITIONER

ENERGY-N-ELEMENTSPaul A. DiSegna 401-736-6500 • Energy-N-Elements.com

“I am to live my dream...” With my natural gifts and abilities, I have been able to see loved ones as they are preparing to move into the light. This process has been helpful by letting people know that their loved ones are not alone; that they are being

held and guided as they pass from ordinary reality to non-ordinary reality. See ad on page 39.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

INNISFREE BODY WORKS18 Post Rd Pawtuxet Village, Warwick, RI 401-461-3788 InnisfreeBodyWorks.com

Founder of Innisfree, David Walsh has been practic-ing massage therapy for more than 14 years. His hands speak multiple languages, and still he feels it all comes down to instinct and touch. His spiritual intentions and focus in deep tissue create a love for giving thorough treatments. Gift Certificates avail-able. Call for yours today!

IT’S YOUR BODY’S SYMPHONY2051 Plainfield Pike Johnston, RI 401-464-6100 ItsYourBodysSymphony.com

It’s all about you. You deserve the beSt The journey begins. Enter a new plateau @ It’s Your Body’s Sym-phony. We offer: A variety of mas-sage therapies including La Stone, Cupping, Thai, Ultimate pumpkin &

back facials, Reflexology… We look forward to your arrival. See ad on page 22.

JANE MCGINN, BA, LMT459 Sandy Ln, Warwick, RI 401-734-9355 WestShoreWellness.com

Jane’s massage style incorporates re-laxing Swedish strokes and deeper

pressure as needed. Her techniques loosen tight muscles and bring about a sense of well being - mentally, emotionally, physically. Her work has helped those new to massage as well as those fa-miliar with massage, including therapists and prac-titioners. New clients are encouraged to experience Jane’s warm, friendly approach and excellent results.

CATHRYN MOSKOW, LCMT145 Waterman St, Providence, RI 401-808-0837 catmoskow.massagetherapy.com

“10,000+ massages worth of experience.” Pain relief, chronic &, range of motion issues, injury work, goals and aahhh. Rehab work, deep tissue, Swedish, Reiki. Since 1993. “Best of Boston”

NEW CLIENT? The Deal for July & August is: 45 min for $45 (reg $65), 60 min for $60 (reg $85)

MELLOW MONDAYS for 1st TIME CLIENTS: 45 min for $40 and 60 min for $50 (July only)

WONDERFUL BODY & ENERGY WORK190 Broad St, 3 West #1 Providence RI 401-580-9863

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Offering bodywork to decrease pain, depression and stress while increasing overall joy, well-being and peace. We offer Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Chakra Balancing and Guided Meditation. All ser-vices include individualized attention to cater to your specific needs and health goals. Home visits available upon request.

WELLCARE COLLABORATIVE

IT’S MY HEALTHMarie Bouvier-Newman 2374 Mendon Rd, Cumberland, RI 401-405-0819 • Its-My-Health.com

We provide much more than products, services and education. We provide the tools you need to optimize your health in a comfortable environ-ment. We care. See ad on page 39.

WELLNESS CENTER

VILLAGE WELLNESS CENTER HEART IN HAND MASSAGE THERAPY422 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 401-941-2310 villagewellnesscenter.com heartinhandmassage.com

A holistic wellness center featuring Yoga instruction therapeutic massage, skin care and hair removal, Reiki, Karate, Belly Dancing and Acupuncture. Lo-cated 5 minutes from the airport and Providence in Historic Pawtuxet Village. We believe in a hands-on approach to health. Our 9 massage therapists, acu-puncturist, skin care professional and instructors will help you feel your beSt Online scheduling available at heartinhandmassage.com. See ad on page 41.

YOGA

CHRIS BELANGER401-261-7242 [email protected] wholeofthemoonyoga.com

Offering Kripalu Yoga, Laughter Yoga & Meditation, Yoga in the Park, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga, Senior Yoga and Yoga Nidra. Classes are suitable for all levels. Explore your body, breath, mind and spirit with classes throughout Rhode Island. See ad on page 37.

YOGA AND HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER

ALL THAT MATTERS315 Main St • Wakefield, RI 401-782-2126 [email protected] AllThatMatters.com

Choose from 45 yoga classes each week. Enjoy a variety of therapeutic health services. Experience workshops on yoga, meditation, self-care, self-discovery and the healing arts. See ad on page 35.

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