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1natural awakenings July 2012
JULY 2012 | S.E. Louisiana Edition | NOLANaturalAwakeningsMag.com
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Who has not thought about climbing the steps of the Great Wall of China, walking through the Forbidden City with its 10,000 secret chambers or marveling at the
Mystical Inca citadels and breathtaking landscapes of impossible beauty? The wonders of these ancient lands, too numerous to mention, form the backdrop for one of the most fascinating and rewarding travel adventures you will ever experience.
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16 URBAN WALKABOUT TravelingAfootSustainsa SenseofCommunity by Meredith Montgomery
20 NATURAL SUMMER SKIN CARE ProtectiveTipsfor SunnyDays by Kathleen Barnes
22 CLEAVER & CO. ALocalMeat ButcherShop OpeningIn NewOrleans by Colleen Morgan
26 KEEPING PETS’ EARS HEALTHY PreventionTips& TreatmentOptions by Dr. Matthew J. Heller
27 PLAY THE INNER GAME QuiettheMindtoLearn, ExcelandHaveFun by Linda Sechrist
30 HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! FunWaystoCelebrate withKids by Katie Kavulla
32 OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING Backyard&Picnic PartyFoods by Renée Loux
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For many years my food shoppingpreference has been to buy locallygrownfoodswhentheyareavailable
because of their higher nutritional valueand lower impact on our environment.But taking up the Eat Local Challenge(nolalocavore.org)throughoutthemonthofJunehasbroughtmetofreshappreciationofwhatitmeanstoeatlocal.
Forstarters,availableseasoningswerelimited.Localturmericisnonexistent.MyhomemadeCreoleseasoningincludessomenon-localingredients,too,sothatwasout.Butfreshbasil,thyme,oregano,dillandotherlocallygrownherbsservedwellastastyalternatives.Tomysurprise,Ifoundthatcookingthiswayenabledmetotastetheflavorsofthefoodsmore.Bitingintoavine-ripenedtomatoorjust-pickedripepeachfreeofembellishmentistoughtotop.Produceofferedatfarmers’marketsismostlyharvestedthedaybeforeithitsourgrocerysack,andtheonlywaytogetfresherthanthatistogrowyourownorpickityourself.
Thus,Ifoundmyselfpreparingfoodsinmoresimplewaysandrevisitingchildhooddishescherishedinmemory,particularlythosethatmygrandmotherlovinglypreparedfromthebountyofmygrandfather’scherishedgarden.Theflavorsandfragrancesoftheirgardensweetcorn,tomatoes,lettuce,peppers,cucumbers,strawberriesandwatermelonshavestayedwithmeandIhavetriedtoduplicatesomeofthemenus.Ofcourse,justspendingtimewithmygrandparentsmadeeverythingtastebetter;it’sthelovethatcounts.
I remember, too, how my grandparents breakfasted on eggs and meat eachmorning.Themeatcamefrompasturedanimalsandtheeggsfromyardhens.Vegetablesaccompaniedthemorningmeal,aswell;slicedtomatoesandsometimescucumbersinsummer.Icanstillpicturemygrandfatherpouringwarmbacongreaseoverhisslicedtomatoes,apracticethatwouldgiveacardiologistpause.Yet,theybothlivedwellintotheir90sandneitherexperiencedheartdisease.
Ofcourse,theirgoodhealthoriginatedinmorethannaturalfoods;theylivedactivelivesinasupportivecommunity.Theyworkedhardandknewhowtorelax.Youcouldoftenfindthemsittingontheirfrontporchofaneveningholdingaglassoficedteaorlemonadeandsharingstorieswithfamily,friendsandneighbors.Goodwillabounded.
ThiswholesummerIintendtokeeplifesimplertomorefullyenjoytheessenceoflivingwell—uncomplicatedfreshfoods,longwalksandtimewithbelovedfamilyandfriends,maybeeventimetojustsitonmyporchdoingnothing.Willyoujoinmeinindulginginyourownsimplepleasures?
HappyIndependenceDay,always,
LolitaWerhan,Publisher
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newsbriefsBartanicaSpirits & BotanyWhen the temperature rises, the
ingredients in foods consumedshouldbecooling,accordingtoAyurvedicprinciples.SharonFloyd,formermixologistattherestaurantIrisinNewOrleans,usesthewisdomofAyurveda,anancientholisticmedicalsystemfromIndia, to inspirecustomcocktailswithandwithoutalcohol.Withafocusonhealingarts,shehopestounitethefascinatinganddiverseworldsofplantsandspirits.
Tosharethisknowledgewithothers,FloydcreatedCraftLabworkshops,whereparticipantslearnaboutbotanicalingredients,theirmedicinalpropertiesandhowtheyapplytococktailcreation.RequeststoscheduleaCraftLabworkshoportorequestcustomcocktailsforaspecialeventmaybemadeatwww.Bartanica.com.
Floyd has been recognized for her achievements in mixology.The BeverageNetworkin2010choseherasoneofthetoptenmixologiststowatch.Throughherparticipationin theCocktailApprenticeProgramatTalesof theCocktail,shewasawardedascholarshiptofundBartanica.Bartanica.comprovidesinformationonthepropertiesandusesofalargeselectionofbotanicalsandotherresources.
Floydalsoofferscoachingforthosestrugglingwiththedemandsofamodernlifestyle.She isaprofessional, insuredyoga instructor,offeringprivateandgroupclassesthatemphasizestrength,flexibility,andhealinginherfullrangeofservices.
For more information visit SharonFloyd.com or call 504.298.8552. See ad and listing on pages 9 and 31 respectively.
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Cold Laser Therapy HealsJosh Rilette, D.C., has introduced a
new cold laser therapy, the ML830Microlight cold laser, for pain reliefand healing at Upper Cervical FamilyChiropractic. Cold laser has been usedsuccessfullyforover30yearsinpartsofEurope,AsiaandCanadaandhasjustrecentlybeenapprovedbytheFDAforuseintheU.S.,after12yearsofstudyandresearch.
Rilette explains that the ML830 laser is a painless, noninvasive laser withdemonstrated benefits for rapidly reducing pain, increasing the speed of healingbyaugmentationofthenormalinflammatoryprocessandincreasesthestrengthofhealedtissue,therebyreducingtheriskofre-injury.Treatmentstypicallylastbetween10and40minutes.
Someof theconditions forwhichthiscold laserhasbeenusedincludeTMJ,headache,pain,carpaltunnelsyndrome,rotatorcuffstrain,frozenshoulder,bursitis,arthritis,degenerativediscdisease,kneepain,whiplash,sprainsandstrains,sciatica,postsurgicalpain,plantarfasciitis,tendonitisandothers.Rilettereportsthatthislaserisuniqueinthatitcreatestruehealingratherthanmaskingpainasisthecasewhenusingice,heatorelectricalstimulation.Thelaserhascreatedgreatinterestanduseinhigh-levelathletics.
UpperCervicalisafamilychiropracticpracticespecializinginuppercervicalspecifictechniquesandoptimalwellness.
To schedule a consultation call 504-488-1800. More information on the ML830 cold laser and other services offered visit: www.UCFamilyChiropractic.com. See ad and listing on pages 10 and 42 respectively.
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Help for ClutterbugsThe clutter one creates in his or her
environmentcanrepresentalotofthings.According toStasiaCymes,aprofessionalorganizer and owner of Clear the Clutter,it may represent one’s past, unpleasantmemories,procrastinationanduncertainty.Gettingstartedwithclearingoutcluttercanbeanoverwhelmingtaskforsome.Tohelpclutterbugs get started decluttering andorganizing,CymeswillbeofferingafreeonehourCleartheClutterWorkshoponJuly11,from7to8p.m.atJourneyIntoWellness,3939 Houma Blvd, Doctors Row, Bldg 3,Suite15,Metairie,70006.
Theworkshopwillincludepracticaltipsandprofessionaladvice.Refreshmentswillbeprovided.TherewillalsobeadrawingtowinaconsultationandonecomplimentaryhourofservicefromCleartheClutter.
“When you purposefully clear theclutterfromyourlife,youareintentionallycreatinganewthoughtpatternandinturn,ahealthierandhappieryou!”saysCymes.
To reserve a space at the workshop, contact Stasia Cymes at 504-920-1800. See ad and listing on pages 15 and 45 respectively.
Anti-Aging,Weight &Wellness Institute, llc377 Highway 21, Suite 101, Madisonville, LA 70447Phone 985-845-4111 www.KathleenPoseyMD.com
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Our MissionTo improve health and reverse chronic illness by
helping people achieve optimal potential through hormonal and energetic balancing along with
nutritional supplementation.
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AOBT is perfect for the person who may suffer from chronic back pain, scoliosis, or for those who love deep work, but just cannot seem to find a therapist that can deliver.Visit www.AshiatsuStudio.com
Susan Trahan, LMTThe Northshore’s ONLY Certified Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapist
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The Movable SpaLetrice Barber-
H a y e s a n dKimberly Burrell,b o t h l i c e n s e dmassagetherapists,opened PeacefulB e g i n n i n g s 4Yo u D a y a n dMobile Spa, witht h e i n t e n t i o no f b r i n g i n g adifferent kind ofspa experience to their clientele.The day spa is located on NorthHullen in Metairie, but PeacefulBeginningswillalsobringanall-inclusive spa experience to theclient.
PeacefulBeginningsisofferingsome special summer escapes that are available at the spalocationor asmobile service.Mobile spaparties for ages3yearsandupareavailable.Partyparticipantscanexpecttobepamperedwithhandandfootmassages,manicures,pedicures,make-up and mini-facials tailored for the group.To prepareclientsfortheirweekend,aLookGoodFeelGoodFridayspecialpackage that includesa30minutemassageandmake-up isofferedfrom6p.m.to9p.m.everyFriday.SummerbridescanchillwithaHeavenlySummerBridalPackage,thatincludesa90minutemassageandminifacial,ortheDreamyBridalPartyPackagewitha30minutemassageandminifacials.Ascheduleofservicesandpricesisavailableonthewebsite.
“At Peaceful Beginnings 4You, there’s no pretentiousattitudes, and we’ll never make you feel like you’re beingprocessed.Whatyouwillfindiswarmhospitalityandamazingresultsthatwillhelpmakeyoulookyourbest,feelwonderful,andprovideyouwithamuch-neededescapefromeverydaylife,”saysBarber-Hayes.
Peaceful Beginnings 4 You is located at 2601 North Hullen St., Suite 241, Metairie, 70002. For more information or an appointment, call 504-267-4662 or book on-line at www.peacefulbeginningsforyou.com. See ad and listing on pages 8 and 42 respectively.
4401 Veterans Memorial Blvd.Suite 200, Metairie, LA 70006
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Design Your Life BootcampIt’s always a good
time to jumpstarta new outlook onlife. Beginning onJu l y 19 th roughAugust 8,April StolfofYoga504willoffera21day“DesignYourLife andYoga BodyBootcamp.” Stolfexplains that it takes21 days to changehabits,sotheconceptofthe21daybootcampistokickstartparticipantstomakechangesandsupportthemlongenoughtoachieverealchange.
Thebootcampwillinclude18daysofyogaandthreedaysof Breakthrough ManifestationWorkshops led by Stolf, whoisacertifiedyoga instructorandacertifiedNeuro-LinguisticProgramminglifecoach.
Thefullschedulefortheprogramwillbeprovideduponregistering.
The cost of the bootcamp is $290, valued at $750. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. To register, call 504-982-9642 or email [email protected]. See ad and listing on pages 29 and 44 respectively.
Amazing ReikiTianne D. Lastra, Reiki Master
504-909-3723 [email protected]
www.amazingreiki.comA portion of all funds donated to animal welfare.
Experience the Sense of Well-being and Relaxation That Reiki Can Bring into Your Life.
ServicesClasses & Sessions (Usui, Karuna, Rainbow)Crystals • DrummingAnimal Reiki • Healing Touch
• Vibroacoustic table – FDA approved
• Compassionate & motivational sessions for cancer patients
Meditation, Knowledge & SharingJuly 10, 2012, 6:30 – 8:00pmNew Orleans Healing Center2732 St. Claude Ave (4th Floor)
Art of Living is sponsoring a free short guided meditation. Watch commentary on Pantangali Yoga Sutras followed by a time for sharing. For info, call Allen at 504-247-6692 or email Natalie at [email protected]
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Expo Highlights Raising Children NaturallyTheLaLecheLeagueofJefferson(LLL)willholditsannualBabyandChildExpoon
July7,from10a.m.to1p.m.atthecentercourtinLakesideShoppingCenterinMetairie.Thiseventfornewandexpectingparentsandyoungfamiliesoffersawidearrayofresourcesonsafe,naturalandhealthypregnancy,childbirthandbreastfeeding.
Doulas,midwives,massagetherapists,fitnessinstructors,childbirtheducators,lactationconsultantsandmorewillbeavailabletoprovideinformationandanswerquestions.
Therewillbeactivitiesforthekidsalongwithgoodiebagsanddoorprizesforneworexpectingcoupleswhoattendtheexpo.Theannualeventisfreeandopentothepublic.
For more information on the expo, contact Kelley at 504-952-3951 or email her at [email protected]. The LLL of Jefferson holds monthly support meetings for breastfeeding mothers. More information on LLL is available at www.LLLJefferson.com. See ad on back cover.
Work It Off for a CauseJazzerciseOldMetairieandLakeVista
arehostingNationalDanceDayonJuly28attheHiltonNewOrleansRiverside.Proceeds from the event will benefitCommunityWorksofLouisiana, Inc.,anon-profitorganizationthatpromotesartseducationforyouthwithafterschoolandsummeractivities.
From9a.m. to1p.m.participantswilldancetoroutinesledbyCherevanLigten,a29-yearveteranJazzerciseinstructor,whoteachesattheJazzerciseFitnessCenterinOceanside,California.LocalJazzerciseinstructorswillassistinleadingtheroutines.
Theminimumagetoparticipateis8yearsold,butchildrenunder17yearsmustbeaccompaniedbyanadult.
The cost to attend is $25 before July 15 and $35 thereafter or at the door. Registration forms may be obtained and payment made online at: http://conta.cc/LakeVista or at the Old Metairie Jazzercise Facebook page. Payment and forms also may be mailed to Pat Norman, 524 Smith Drive, Metairie, LA 70005.
2601 N. Hullen St., Suite 241Metairie, LA 70002
504.610.8549 or 504.310.5575See our Hot Specials! Visit us online at:
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Slidell Nutritional Medicine
Our MissiOn at Slidell Nutritional Medicine is to provide your body with what it needs to live abundantly, full of health and vitality. We strive to accomplish this using natural remedies, focusing on nutrition, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, herbs, and exercise.
PuLsED MAGnETiC FiELD THErAPYor Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) is a revolutionary approach that produces healing at the cellular level.
inTrAVEnOus nuTriEnT THErAPYworks almost instantaneously; as opposed to oral therapy alone, which can take sometimes up to three months or more to produce a clinical effect.
MiLD HYPErBAriC OXYGEn THErAPY (MHBT) is a safe method of delivering more oxygen to the body at the cellular level. MHBT provides the optimal environment for the body to carry out vital cell processes, thereby increasing the capacity for the body to heal itself.
Our services include:• FunctionalMedicineEvaluation• SportsMedicineEvaluation• IntravenousVitamin/MineralTherapies• FoodandEnvironmentalTesting/Treatment• MildHyperbaricOxygenTherapy• PulsedMagneticFieldTherapy• TraditionalMedicine
315RobertBoulevard,SuiteA,Slidell,LA70458985-288-5162www.getwellslidell.com
James Fambro, M.D.
Give Your Body What It Needs To Be Self-Healing
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Light Language 1 and 2 classes offered in September 2012Light Language is an ancient and powerful system of sacred geometry developed by the Mayans and the Aztecs. Starr Fuentes is the lineage holder today. Light Language is the use of sacred geometry and colored light as a means of communication of consciousness from which all energy in nature is formed.
Everything that exists has energy or a specific geometric configuration known as a grid. By changing this grid, the energetic vibration can also be changed. Light Language grids can bring about the change we desire in our lives by replacing subconscious thoughts and old belief systems that no longer serve us.
Class instructor:
Cindy Daigle Center for Enlightened Transformationwww.cindydaigle.org (504) 931-6494
Modalities offered:Light LanguageEnergy HealingDivine InterventionHopi Healing TechniqueReconnective HealingThe Reconnection
Awakening Journeys Debuts Travel Adventures of Self-DiscoveryTraveling to new destinations and
learning about different culturesignitestheimaginationandengagesthesenses in exotic ways, encouraging afreshunderstandingofourplaceintheworldandourconnectionwithothers.WiththerecentcreationofAwakeningJourneys,friendsandreadersofNatural Awakenings –SoutheastLouisianacanenjoyseveralopportunitiesforself-discoveryandadventure,beginninginfall2012.
TravelexcursionstoPeruandChina,offeredinaspecial10-daytourformat,willbethefirstdestinationsavailable.SherylMiller,atravelerfromSt.Petersburg,Florida,whorecentlytouredChinasays,“Thisisafabulousjourney—anunforgettable,once-in-a-lifetimeexperience.Chinawillfillupyoursensesandexpandyourheart.”Likewise,
visitors to Peru’s many historic sites,such as Machu Picchu and the IncaruinssurroundingLakeTiticaca,speakofremarkablevistasandextraordinarymemories.
TravelerswithAwakeningJourneyswill find themselves immersed in thevaried cultures and traditions of eachdestinationcountry.Theseone-of-a-kindtripsareintendedtoinspireandenrichparticipants throughpurposeful travel,camaraderieanddiverseactivities.
Local group rates are available, and local nonprofit organizations can participate and use the trip as a fundraiser. For groups and local fundraisers contact Lolita Werhan at 504-330-2157 for details. For more information and trip itineraries or to register for an Awakening Journey, visit AwakeningJourneys.net. See ad on page 2.
4-6pm Meet Michele & tour the gardens6-7pm workshop with Michele or Guest
7:30-9pm Oneness Blessings with Sandra Evans or Meditation with Michele
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Learn About: Kitchen Pharmacy, Hydroponics, & Grow your Own Food
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Ayurveda inspired workshopsand custom event cocktails
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explore the balance ofexplore the balance ofModeration and IndulgenceModeration and Indulgence
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Yoga, Meditation, Zumba, Reiki and Massage
Check out our website for Class Schedules and special events
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Individualized, Personal, Comprehensive Approach to Dental CareKevin Curley, DDS www.smilenaturally.comHeart Pine Healing Center 2800 Gause Blvd. Slidell, LA
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Solar Attitudes SurveySolar panels are one of the majorrenewable energies of today and thefuture.
After news hit the streets thatseveral lawsuits had been filed byhomeowners associations in the areaagainstresidentswhohadputupsolarpanels,weaskedaround:Whatwouldyouthinkifyourneighborputupasolararray in full viewofyour frontdoor?Thisiswhatweheardinresponse:
“Iwouldn’tmind.Iwouldwanttohaveoneformyhouse.Iwouldaskhimhowmuchitwasandgetinformationon it... I know they’reexpensive,buttheycansaveyoualotofmoney.”
~Scarlet Lanzas
“They are kind of an eyesore -mostof themare.But Iwouldn’t sayanything.Peoplehavetheright todowhattheywantwiththeirproperty.”
~Ceola Newman
“I’m curious if they are worththeinvestment,andtheylookkindofobnoxious. Iwouldn’tbeupset,but Iwishtheyweremoreattractive.”
~Lisa Guimont
“Itmightbeaproblem-itdependsonwhetherthereisaglare.Buttheycandowhattheywant.Ijustwishtherewassomeanti-glarestuff....”
~Neal Maroney
“I’d have no reaction. I don’tunderstand why it is anyone else’sbusiness.I’mallaboutpracticality-ifitreducesenergyusage,theneveryoneshoulddoit.”
~Kevin Havers
What do you think? Let us know by email-ing to [email protected].
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Life is About Choices.Explore Complementary Therapies and Improve Your Life. Whether you are a healthy person and just want to stay that way, or you have a serious illness like cancer, Journey into Wellness offers something for everybody! Conveniently located in Metairie just yards away from EJ Hospital.
Reiki m Healing Touch m Massage m Hanna Somatic Education m Mind-Body Exercises m Angel Card Readings m Compassionate and motivational sessions for cancer patients m Classes m Counseling/Psychotherapy m Food and Lifestyle Coaching m Akashic Records Counseling m Private Yoga classes
Tianne Lastra Danny Burke Suzanne Even Tanya Drachenberg Vicky Dallman
Journey into Wellness3939 Houma Blvd., Doctors Row Bldg 3, Suite 15, Metairie
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Reggie,whoisfromLafayette and cameto New Orleans togetanMBAatTulane,worked at the JohnBesh Res taurantgroup last summer,on the company’smicroloan programforsmallfarmers.
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Unlikethetraditionalindustrialfoodchain,whichinvolvesprocessors, wholesalers and distributors as well as farms,slaughterhousesandretailers,Cleaver&Co.isestablishingadirectconnectiontothefarm.HamsteadandReggieareactingasthewholesaleranddistributoraswellastheretailer,workingwiththesevenslaughterhousesinthestatetoensurethattheanimalsdonothavetotravelfar.Theirplanistohavethemeatcomedirectlyfromtheslaughterhousetotheshop–and,eventually,totheirclients.
“Oftencattlearetransportedmorethan1,000milestogettoaslaughterhouse,”Hamsteadsaid.“That isverystressfulontheanimal.”
Mostofthefarmstheyareworkingwithareverysmallincomparison – 24 head of cattle, 50 hogs and a few hundredchickens constituted the size of a farm they recently visited.Theytourthefarmtogettoknowthefarmerandtheirhelpers,butalsotobesuretheyaretreatingtheiranimalswell.“Thesearenotindustrialfarmers,”Reggiesaid,explaininghowdifferenttheoperationswere.
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“They have so much to teach,”Hamsteadsaidofthefarmersraisingthemeat.“Theyhaveitdowntoascience.Andtheyhavefunwithit,experimentalittletofinetunetheoperation.”
Soon, once the permitting andrenovations are complete, these farmerswill have their products available at theCleaver & Co. store.They plan to offermostly fresh meat, but also will havesausages, pickles, preserves, sauces andotherspecialtiesfromthefarms,includingturkeyduringtheholidays.
The pair plans to offer their freshmeatsatfarmersmarketsaswellasattheshop,andtosupplylocalrestaurants.Theirmotto,accordingtoReggie,isthatCleaver&Co.offersLouisianameat–“ifyouwantgoodquality,getitfromus,”shesaid.
In addition, more portions will beavailable than are usually offered ingrocery stores and markets, since thestore will be using the “whole animal,”Hamsteadsaid.“Sotherewillbemoretochoosefrom.”
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Earinfectionsarecommoninthepetpopulation,especiallyinhumidsummermonthsthatinvitewaterplay.Fido,themixedbreed,maykeeprunninghischeekupanddown
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Indicators of Ear TroubleContact a holistic or integrative veterinarian to identify thesourceoftheproblemanddeviseacourseofactiontoprevent
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Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for NaturalAwakenings magazines.
ofhistipswerebeingincorporatedintothe students’ minds in what he calls a“commandandcontrolself-dialogue”thatsignificantlyinterferedwiththeirabilitytolearnandperformbetter. “When I discussed this with mystudents, I discerned that most of theirthoughtswhileplayingwerepreventingtheirtruefocusofattention.Thisresultedinmyexploringwaystohelpplayersquietthemind,aswellasfocusonourdirectandnon-judgmentalobservationofball,bodyandracquetpositionsinawaythatwould heighten learning, performanceand enjoyment of the process,” saysGallwey. Since then,he’sbuilthispracticaltraining ideas related to awareness,concentration,breakingbadhabitsandlearningtotrustone’sselfonthecourtuponafoundationofZenthinkingand
humanistic psychology. He offers asimple explanation of his inner gameconcept. “Every game is composed of twoparts.Self-1,theego-mind,playstheoutergame against opponents, is filled withlotsofcontradictoryadviceandislinkedtoexternalrewardsandgoals.Theinnergame is played within a player’s mindbySelf-1,whoseprincipleobstaclesareself-doubtandanxiety,”explainsGallwey.Ladenwithself-criticism,judgmentandthe fearof looking foolishorwrong,aswellaslapsesinconcentration,Self-1iscounterproductiveandnegativelyimpactsexternalperformance. “Self-2, on the other hand, is theplayer’s natural ability—thedoer of theactualmovementofthemusclestohittheball.Ourbest effort requiresus toquietSelf-1and let Self-2,which likes images
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lingeringnaturallight.Whenitcomestooutdoorentertaining,simpleisgenerallybetter. Backyard cookouts and picnic
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Grilled Black Bean Quinoa PattyTheseflavorfulpattiesareaheartyandcomplete sourceofprotein,apopular,plant-basedoptionfortraditionalburgers.Groundflaxseedmixedwithwaterworkstobindtheingredientstogetherinplaceofeggs.Whengrilling,becarefultoflipthemgently,sothatpattiesstaytogether;they’re equally delicious cooked in askilleton thestove.Serveonawhole-grainpitaandloadonthetoppings.Fora gluten-free alternative, use groundtortillachipsinsteadofbreadcrumbs.
Yields6to8burgers
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 quinoa
citronella candles or incense. Fire pitsalwaysmake anoutdoor gathering feelmore special.A mesmerizing center ofattention,theyalsowarmuptheeveningasthetemperaturedrops. Tokeepservingandcleanupeasy,use eco-friendly disposables. Look forplates made from recycled content orbagasse(derivedfromsugarcanefiber),cutlery sourced from biodegradable,plant-basedplasticand recycled-papernapkins. Give guests instant access toanearbycompostbin,garbagecanandrecyclingbin,ordesignatedcarry-awaybags.
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½ cup breadcrumbs or ground tortilla chips, as needed1/3 cup finely chopped red onion¼ cup chopped cilantroSea salt Freshly ground black pepper
ToppersSalsaAvocadoslicesLettuceSlicedredonionPickles
1. Drain and rinse black beans in acolander.Shakeandletstandforafewminutesforexcessliquidtodrain.Spreadoutonaclean,drytowel;blotdrywithanotherclear,dry towel; and let standtodryfor20minutes.Thiscanalsobedone in theoven—spreadonacookiesheetanddryat300°Ffor15minutes.
2.Inafoodprocessor,placehalfofthebeans,Vegenaise,cumin,oregano,garlicpowderandcrushedredpepper.Chopinpulsestocreateacoarsepurée.Transfertoamediumbowl.
3. Ina smallbowl,mixgroundflaxseedandwater.Letstand5minutestothicken.Mixintotheblackbeanmixtureandaddremainingbeans,quinoa,breadcrumbsorground tortillachips,onionandcilantro.Mixuntilcombined.Ifthemixturelookstoowettoholdtogether,addmorebreadcrumbsorgroundtortillachips.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
4.Forminto3-to4-inch-circumferencepatties. If time allows, let chill in therefrigerator for 2 hours to firm and forflavorstodevelop.
5. On a grill preheated to medium-highandbrushedwithoil,cookpattiesuntil crisp and brown, turning once,5 to 6 minutes on each side. Or heat2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skilletover medium-high heat and cook untilbrowned, turningonce,5 to6minutesoneachside.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Quinoa, Tomatoes and HerbsGrilling mushrooms brings out theirsavory flavor. Stuffed with protein-richquinoa,thisdishissatisfyingenoughtobeservedasanentrée.
Yields6servings
6 Portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed3 Tbsp olive oil
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1.Inabowl,placetomatoes,watermelon,cucumber, avocado, olives, basil andmint.Tossgently.
2.Inasmallbowl,whisktogetheroliveoil, vinegar and a pinch of salt andpepper. Pour over tomato-watermelonmixture and toss gently tomix. Seasontotastewithmoresaltandpepper.Serveimmediately.
Pesto Grilled Corn on the Cob
Apesto-packedtwistonabackyardpartyclassic, grilling corn in its husk yieldstenderkernelsandadelectablenaturalsweetness.
Yields6servings
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.Oilgrillandpreheattomediumhigh.
Watermelon Mediterranean Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Avocado and Olives
Thisdishembodiesthezenithofsummer,when watermelon and tomatoes areat their height. Paired with refreshingcucumber,butteryavocado,savoryolivesandbrightherbs, thispasticheofflavorandtextureisaperfectaccompanimenttoanybackyardorpicnicparty.
Yields4to6servings3 medium heirloom tomatoes, cored and cut into ¾-inch pieces1 cup watermelon, cut into ¾-inch cubes1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into ¾-inch cubes1 avocado, cut in half, pitted and cut into ¾-inch cubes½ cup pitted green olives, chopped (Castelvetrano olives recommended)1 Tbsp chopped basil1 Tbsp chopped mint2 Tbsp olive oil2 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar or champagne vinegarSea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tsp balsamic vinegar½ tsp dried thymeSea salt1 Tbsp olive oil3 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 taste1.Preheatgrilltomedium-high.
2.Whisk together olive oil, balsamicvinegar and thyme. Brush cleanedmushrooms with mixture and sprinklewithsalt.Letstand20to30minutes.
3. Grill on each side until grill marksappear,about4minutesperside.Orroastmushroomsunderthebroileruntiljuicy,about10minutes(optional).
4.Inaskilletwithatight-fittinglid,heatolive oil over medium heat, and sautégarlicand scallionswithapinchof saltandpepper justuntil fragrant, for about1minute.Addquinoa,waterandbullioncube.Turnupheat,coverandbringtoaboil.Stironceandreduceheattolowtosimmerfor20minutesoruntilalltheliquidhasbeenabsorbed.Removefromheatandletstandfor10minutes.
5. Fluff quinoa with a fork. Fold intomatoesandherbs.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
6.Placemushroomscap-sidedownona serving platter. Fill the cavity of themushrooms with the quinoa mixture.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
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rinse and drain again. Drizzle with atouch of olive oil to prevent stickingand let cool in the colander, stirringoccasionally.
2. Heat up a large skillet to mediumhot.Add2 tablespoonsoliveoil,onionand pinch of salt and sauté, stirringoccasionally until translucent, about 5minutes.Add garlic and cook, stirringoccasionally, until fragrant, about1 minute. Add corn, tomatoes andedamame,andstirtocombine.Reduceheattomedium-low,coverandcookuntilcornistender,stirringoccasionally,about10to15minutes.Removefromheat.
3.Inalargebowl,placepasta,vegetablemixtureandparsleyandmixtocombine.Add remaining2 tablespoonsoliveoil,lemonjuiceandseasontotastewithsaltandpepper.Letcool, thenplace in thefridgetochill.
Napa Cabbage Asian SlawThiscolorful,Asian-inspiredslawisfresh,flavorfulandagreatcomplementtogrilledfoodsandsummerfeasts.Almondbutterinthedressinglendsalightcreaminessandscallions,gingerandgarliccreateasavory,spicytriumphoftaste.
Yields4to6servings
Dressing3 Tbsp olive oil3 Tbsp rice vinegar2 Tbsp almond butter1½ Tbsp soy sauce1 Tbsp minced peeled fresh ginger1 clove garlic, minced1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey1 tsp bottled toasted sesame oil¼ tsp dried chili flakes (optional)4 cups thinly sliced Napa cabbage4 scallions, thinly sliced1 medium carrot, shredded1 red bell pepper, cut into matchstick strips1 cup thinly sliced snow peasSea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1.Inasmallbowl,whisktogetheroliveoil,ricevinegar,almondbutter,soysauce,ginger, garlic, maple syrup or honey,sesame oil and chili flakes (if desired).Dressing can be made up to one dayahead. Let come to room temperaturebeforetossingandserving.
2. In a large bowl, mix togetherNapa cabbage, scallions, carrot, bellpepper and snow peas.Add dressingand toss to thoroughlycoat.Season totaste with salt and pepper. Let stand15 minutes before serving for flavorstodevelop.
Fruit SkewersFresh, ripe summer fruit is a perfect,simpledessert,andservingitonskewersbrings a bit more fun and pizzazz tobackyardandpicnicparties.
Yields6servings
6 cups fresh fruit chunks—peaches, plums, strawberries, cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes
1.Thread fruit chunks onto bambooskewers,alternatingcolors.
2. Servecool.
Homemade Cherry-Vanilla Soda PopThiscrimson,creamysodaisreminiscentoftheclassicversion.Reducingthecherryjuicesweetensandintensifiestheflavor;no additional sugar is required. Freshvanillabeaniskeyandworthseekingout.
Yields6servings
3 cups 100 percent unsweetened black cherry juice1 vanilla bean (about 6 inches long)Seltzer or soda water
1. Place black cherry juice and vanillabeaninamedium-sizesaucepan.Coverandbringtoagentleboilovermedium-highheat, thenreduceheat tolowandsimmeruncoveredfor35to40minutes,untilliquidhasreducedto1cup.Removefromheatandletcooluntilcomfortabletohandle.
2. Remove vanilla bean and chill thesyrupinasealedglassjarinthefridge.Itwillstayfreshforupto2weeks.
3.Toserve,pour¼cupsyrupintoatallglass, top with 6 to 8 ounces chilledseltzer or soda water, and stir.Add iceasdesired.
Peach Basil Green Iced TeaPeaches and basil are a refreshingflavor combination to embellish thiscooling iced tea. Green tea is loaded
2.Fillalargebowlwithcoldwater.
3.Keepingthehusksattachedatthebase,peel back the husks of each cob andremove the silk. Cover the cobs againwiththehusk.
4. Soak the corncobs in coldwater for5 to 10 minutes to prevent husks fromcharringtooquickly.
5.Inafoodprocessor,placebasil,garlic,pinenuts, lemonjuice,saltandpepperandchopinpulsesformaximummixing.Withthemotorrunning,slowlydrizzleinoliveoil.Setaside.
6.Placecorn,coveredinitshuskonthegrill.Cookfor3to4minutesoneachside.Removefromthegrill,letitcoolenoughtotouchandthenremovehusks.Returntogrillandcook,turningtolightlycharallsides,foranadditional5to7minutestotal.
7. Remove from grill and generouslybrushwithpesto.Sprinklewithseasaltandpepperifdesiredandservehot.
Brown Rice Summer Succotash Pasta Salad Thisfestivesummerpastamedleyisagreatpicnicfood.Brownricepastaisatasty,gluten-freealternativetotraditionalwheatpastaandfullofwhole-graingoodness.
Yields6to8servings
1 lb brown rice pasta—elbow, penne or rotini shape4 Tbsp olive oil; divide into two equal portions1 cup chopped red onion1 large clove garlic, minced4 ears corn, kernels cut off (2 to 2½ cups)3 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half2 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed¼ cup chopped parsley leaves1 Tbsp lemon juiceSea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. Bring a large pot of salted water toarollingboil.Addpastaandstir.Cookuntilfirmtothebite,al dente,accordingto the directions on the package. Becarefulnottoovercookthepasta,asitwillbecomemushy.Draininacolander,
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1. Using a chinois or other fine-meshstrainer, push the watermelon throughthemeshusingasturdywoodenspoon,topushthroughalltheliquidintoabowl,leavingbehindthepulpandseeds.Pourthe liquid into a pitcher with the limejuice,agavenectarandapinchof salt.Chillwell.
2.Justbeforeserving,addthemintandbasiltotheliquid,andblendthemixtureintheblenderintwobatches,addingacupoficetoeachbatch.
Futurefun:Freezeleftoverportionsintopopsicles for an easy treat on anotherday.
Recipes from The Balanced Plate andLiving Cuisine, by Renée Loux, and ReneeLoux.com; limeade recipe courtesy of Beth Bader, co-author of TheCleanerPlateClub.
2/3 cup honey½ cup warm water5 cups cold water
1.Inablender,placestrawberriesand¼cuplemonjuiceandblenduntilsmooth.Pourthroughafinesieveandpresswiththebackof a spoonorpour throughastrainerlinedwithcheeseclothtoextractasmuchliquidaspossible.Discardpulp.
2. In a pitcher, mix together honeyand warm water and stir until honeyis dissolved. Add strawberry juice,remaining lemon juice and coldwater.Mixwellandserveoverice.
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 salt
with antioxidants and good-for-youphytonutrients.
Yields4to6servings
6 peaches, pitted, peeled and sliced½ cup agave nectar4 cups water4 green tea bags1 cup basil leaves4 cups boiled waterBasil leaves for garnish
1. Inasaucepan,placepeaches,agavenectarand4cupswater.Bringtoaboilandreduceheattosimmerfor20minutes.Removefromheatandletcoolforafewminutes.
2.Placepeachmixtureinablenderandblend until smooth (always be carefulwhenmachine-blendinghotfoods).Pourthrough a sieve or strainer lined withcheeseclothtostrainintoapitcher.
3. Bring an additional 4 cups water toaboil.Pouroverteabagsandbasilandsteep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bagsandbasil.Pour intopitcherwithpeachnectarandchillinthefridgeuntilcold.Stirbefore serving,as thepeachnectartendstoseparate;serveovericegarnishedwithbasilleaves.
Strawberry Honey Lemonade
Thishoney-sweetenedlemonadeisflushwith fresh strawberries for a perfectbalance of flavor and thirst-quenchingenjoyment.
Yields4to6servings
1 pint strawberries, washed, trimmed and cut in half1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
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SUNDAY, JULY 1Rev. Myron Jones Speaks at Unity Church of Me-tairie – 11am. Rev. Myron Jones, author of Healing Family Relationships, and Hey, Holy Spirit, It’s Me Again will share how through study of A Course in Miracles and other spiritual paths, the Holy Spirit helped her toward acceptance, gratitude and love. Unity Church of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Info: 504-885-7575.
New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucians – 12:30pm Officers meeting, 1:30pm chapter convo-cation rehearsal, 2pm chapter convocation ritual, 3pm meditation/open forum. 2801 Loyola Ave, Ste 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.
mONDAY, JULY 2Mommy Monday – 9-10am. Everything in the store is 20% off the first Monday of the month in 2012. ZukaBaby, 2124 Magazine St, NOLA. Info: 504-596-6540.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4Mandeville Seafood Festival – 7/4-7/8. (7/4 noon-10pm; 7/5 & 7/8 5-10pm; 7/6 & 7/7 5pm-midnight). Live music on 2 stages, food, drinks, arts & crafts, carnival rides, fireworks. Tickets $15/day or $5 if enter before 5pm any day. Weekend package $35 online. Over 65, active military & children under 10 free. Fontainebleau State Park, 67825 Hwy 190, Mandeville.
Madisonville Old Fashioned Fourth – 2:30pm. Celebrate the 4th the way it used to be. Begin with a town parade, then games, horseshoes, sack races, a Little Miss pageant, hot dogs and jambalaya. Bring picnic blanket and a covered dish. Free. Located from Maritime Museum along Tchefuncte River to Madisonville Town Hall.
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FRIDAY, JULY 6Searching for Inner Quiet, Relaxation, Sensation of the Body – 6:30-8pm. The connection between mind and body …is it something I “do?” Something I must learn how to invite? Guided meditation, at-tention exercises, discussion. Gurdieff Foundation of La series Awakening To Man’s Possibilities. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA, [email protected] or 985-502-6582.
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Paint & E-Waste Drop-Off/Uptown – 10am-2pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to Arabella Station Whole Foods Market. The Green Project’s tent is at the corner of Magazine & Joseph St. in good weather, and inside near the massage table in bad weather.First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (7/7& 7/8). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text. Freret Market – Noon-5pm. 90 vendors with food, art, music, flea market, children’s play area and pet adoption. 4400 block of Freret St., NOLA. Info: 504-638-2589.
SUNDAY, JULY 8New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – (also 7/29) 2pm Open house, 3pm harmonization ritual. 2801 Loyola Ave, Ste. 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.
mONDAY, JULY 9Wellness Workshop – 7-8:30pm. (also 7/23) Learn how to feed your body and soul by incorporating ba-sic, nutritious foods into your diet and self-nurturing practices into your life. Metairie and Uptown loca-tions. $25/workshop. Contact Suzanne Even, Cert. Holistic Health Coach, 504-729-7333.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 11Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. (also 7/18, 25 & 27). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 7-8pm. (also 7/25) Open house /open forum. Location: 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Location. For additional information call 504-472-5635.
Clear the Clutter workshop – 7-8pm. Learn practical tips & receive professional advice on purposefully clearing the clutter from your life. A lucky partici-pant will win a consultation & complimentary hour of service. Refreshments provided. Free. Journey into Wellness, 3939 Houma Blvd., Bldg 3, Suite 15, Metairie. Register: 504-920-1800 or email [email protected].
THURSDAY, JULY 12Monthly Sustainability Series – 5:30-7:30pm. Spon-sored by Global Green, AIA and USGBC, a monthly panel presentation and discussion series on issues of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Location: AIA, 1000 St. Charles Ave. Info: 504-525-2121, ext 181 or [email protected]
Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. (also 7/26) Help a student with their education at the stu-dent massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
FRIDAY, JULY 13 Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:15pm. (also 7/20). Help a student with their education at the stu-dent massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall re-laxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
The Practice of Daily Meditation – 6:30-8pm Free. Explore the potential in facing all that is seen during the experience of sitting quietly. Seeing myself as I really am. Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of La series Awak-ening To Man’s Possibilities. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. [email protected] or 985-502-6582
SATURDAY, JULY 14Water Features – 10am. Do it yourself Water Fea-tures with Dennis Weese of Aquatic Landscapes, Inc. Available at the Greenhouse: Warm Sum-mer Vegetable, Herbs, Sun-Loving Tropicals, LA Superplants. Open 9am-Noon. Parkway Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA.
OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local arts & crafts, food, fresh juices and raw foods from Surrey’s; even a bike repair workshop! 2nd Sat each month. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA.
The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Art market featuring painting, photography, wood work-ing, pottery, and jewelry along the Tchefuncta River on Water St. in Old Madisonville, near LA Hwy 22. Free. Info: 985-624-7216.
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (7/14 & 7/15). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text.
Finding your Power Animal – 1-4pm. Find your animal helping spirit through sacred drumming, movement, and shamanic journeying, a tech-nique resembling guided meditation. $30. New Orleans Healing Center – AHA. Contact Re-becca Green, Shamanic Practitioner 408-540-8627 [email protected].
Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by July 9 for the August issue. $10/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.
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mONDAY, JULY 16Opening of Methodist Hypnotherapy Services Satellite Office in N.O. Sign up for hypnobirthing childbirth classes that begin in N.O. July 30th and in Slidell July 10th. Self-hypnosis classes in Slidell beginning July 18th. Contact Bonnie Miller, Direc-tor: 985-726-9333, ext 118 or [email protected].
TUESDAY, JULY 17La Leche League of Jefferson Monthly Meeting – 10:10-11:10am. Meet other breastfeeding mothers on the 3rd Tuesday each month. Destination Ma-ternity Meeting Room, N. Causeway and 17th St, Metairie. Open to all women interested in learning about breastfeeding. Children welcome. Contact: [email protected].
Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.
Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. (also 7/24 & 31). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clear-view Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
THURSDAY, JULY 19Smart Women’s Day Out – 9am-3pm. Join Women of Infinite Possibilities for a day of featured speakers, networking, vendors. $40 includes light breakfast and lunch. Benedicts Plantation, 1144 N. Cause-way, Mandeville. Reservation: 985-875-9388 or [email protected]
Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8 pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. Speaker: Janice Ladnier, licensed counselor and essential oil and aromatherapy therapist speaks on “Sick and tired of being sick and tired?,” discussion follows. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Free/open to public. Info: 985-630-2652.
21 Days Design Your Life and Yoga Body Bootcamp –(7/19 thru 8/8). Led by April Stolf, NLP Life coach and yoga instructor. Increase flexibility, improve muscle tone, lose weight, energize your body, focus your mind, discover your purpose, maximize your potential. $290 ($750 value). Space limited. RSVP: 504-982-9642 or [email protected].
FRIDAY, JULY 20The Gurdjieff Sacred Dances – 6:30-8pm. Very rare opportunity to learn more about the ‘movements’ forming an integral part in the transmission of G.I. Gurdjieff’s teaching. Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of LA series Awakening To Man’s Possibilities. Free. Uni-tarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA, Contact: [email protected] or 985-502-6582.
Being in Stillness Retreat w/ Bill Savage – (7/20-7/22) A journey of communion and community to discover the essence of self, balance the mind, immerse and observe one’s self in awareness and healing. By donation. Flowering Lotus Meditation and Retreat Center, Magnolia, MS. Info: 504-905-4090 or [email protected].
How to Read Auras and Chakra Workshop. (7/20-7/22)Walter Lubeck returns to New Orleans to lead this hands on 3 Day workshop (7/20-22). Learn from this internationally known author on how to read and see auras and chakras. Cost: $340. For more information call Tianne 504-909-3723.
SATURDAY, JULY 21Cloth Diapers 101 – 9-10am. Learn about modern cloth diapers, how to care for them, pros and cons, hands on demonstration. $20 for 2 family members. Receive a $20 coupon off of a purchase of $100 for attending. Registration required. ZukaBaby, 2124 Magazine St, NOLA. Info: 504-596-6540.Saturday Morning Massage Clinics – 9:15am & 10:45am (also 7/28). Help a student with their educa-tion at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue 7/21, Neuromuscular Therapy 7/28. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.Paint & E-waste Drop-Off – 10am-2pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to the Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St, NOLA and pick up a $25 box filled with locally-grown, fresh produce while there. First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (7/21 & 7/22). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text
SUNDAY, JULY 22New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am TMO Home Oratory, 1pm Council Of Solace, 1:30pm Pronaos Convocation Rehearsal, 2pm Pro-naos Convocation Ritual, 3pm TMO Home Oratory Location: 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. For info: 504-472-5635.
FRIDAY, JULY 27Is Something Missing In Our Daily Experience? – 6:30-8pm What is “attention?” Can it support both a movement inward and our manifestations in daily life? Guided meditation, attention exercises, discus-sion. Gurdjieff Foundation of LA series Awakening To Man’s Possibilities. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Contact: [email protected] or 985-502-6582.Certified YogaFit PreNatal Training. – Mother and Baby Workshops will give you a streamlined ap-proach to teaching Prenatal and Postpartum YogaFit classes that can be used right away with confidence. Namaste Of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. Reg/info: [email protected] or 888.786.3111. Forms available online.
SATURDAY, JULY 28YogaFit Level 1 Certified Training Workshop. – (7/28-29) Learn the tools to create inspiring vinyasa yoga classes that are founded on flow yet grounded in the safety of exercise science. Includes physical execution, transitions, and modifications to traditional yoga poses. Namaste Of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. Reg/info: [email protected] or 888.786.3111. First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (7/28 & 7/29). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356 text.
Second Degree Reiki Class – inquire for further dates/time. w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki Students with 6 months experi-ence in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residen tial retreat information call 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text.
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ongoingeventsNote: All Calendar events must be received via email by July 9 for the August issue. $10/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.
sundayDaily Kundalini Yoga by Donation – 9am. Free 5am practice and 5pm meditation. Kundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. Clear the obstacles that limit life and awaken to fullest potential. Beautiful commu-nity Space. Divine Yoga, 1223 Baronne St and 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected]. Meditation Class for Healing – 9-10am. For healing our city and for world peace. A non-traditional spiri-tual connection. No dogma. Led by Mike Witten-brink, MBA of Powerpath Academy. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.Spiritual, but not religious? – 11am. If you like what Wayne Dyer and Maryann Williamson have to say, you will love Unity Church of Practical Christian-ity in Metairie. We encourage the transformation of your life through practical spiritual principles. July speakers: Rev Myron Jones, Margaret Hammond Jackson, Lura Lisa Wall, Harriet Stafford. 3939, Veterans Blvd, Metairie (2 blocks west of Cleary, rear of Bldg). For more info call 504-885-7575. New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – Meetings held every Sunday and Wednesday at our 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Loca-tion. Call 504-472-5635
mondayYoga Diva/Harahan – 8am. Also at 1pm, 6:30 pm, & 8pm. Release, renew, realize in gentle Hatha yoga flows at new studio in Harahan. All Levels. Daily classes. Yoga Diva, 5700 Citrus Blvd, Harahan. (Upstairs in Curves). For details /to register: 504-220-5325 or [email protected] Meditation – 5-6:30pm. Strengthen your overall health as you are guided through meditation. Great for beginners and those experienced. Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Dr. Jess Tregle 504-352-6418.Restorative Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Come unwind after your Monday. Great for beginners. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd, Slidell. Info: 985-326-0965. Gentle Yoga in MidCity – 6-7pm. Also 7:05-8:10pm & 8:15-9:30pm. Becky Bazile, 500RYT certified teacher. 6-week sessions, sessions ongo-ing. Registration required, space limited to 8 students. $60/session or $12/walk-in (if space available). Yoga Village Studio 3443 Esplanade Ave. Nola. Register/Info: Becky 504-782-4432 or [email protected] Levels Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and ex-perienced practitioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or [email protected]
Butoh Dance: Ancestral Whispers – 6-8pm. Do you hear the call to explore your deepest dance, to walk between the worlds, to go beyond human binds? ($13 drop in, $40 for 4 classes.) Divine Yoga Center, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact Odile, [email protected], 512.921.0464
Pilates Mat & Barre – 6:15-7pm. Tone, lengthen and strengthen core muscles in this combination of Pilates mat work and ballet barre movements. Sometimes the smallest movements get the biggest results. Feel the difference. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., www.TransformNOLA.com.
Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, com-munity, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].
Yoga 504 at Sunset in Lakeview – 6:30-7:30pm. Grow with the trees and set with the sun. Come on an empty stomach, bring mat and water. Suggested donation $10. Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St., Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.
Zumba – 6:45-7:45pm. Dance your cares away. Have fun and lose weight at the same time. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd, Slidell. 985-326-0965
Restorative Yoga w/Michele – 7:30-8:30pm. Gen-eral yoga class open to all levels. Poses focus on restoration, revival and soothing a tired body using supportive props and blankets to provide a safe en-vironment. $15 drop-in. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. Info: 504-484-9579.
tuesdayYoga for Athletes – 5:45-6:45am. Tues & Thurs. Power vinyasa class led by Lauren. An accessible, challenging, flowing style of yoga designed for run-ners who have tight hip, backs, and/or legs. Helps all athlets to improve performance. Warm room loosens up joints. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chas-tant St, Metairie. Call 504-484-9579.
Yoga 504 – 8am & 6:30pm. (also Wed) Improve flex-ibility, focus, and balance. Connect with the higher vibrations of self and the Universe. Led by April Stolf. At Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-888-9299.
Crescent City Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.
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Order Vintage Garden Soups – Order by noon Tues-day for delivery on wedneday. Fresh delicious savory soups developed by our chef. Options for special diets. Visit website on ad for soups of the week and delivery/pick-up options. Call 504-620-2495.Hollygrove Market & Farm – noon-6pm. NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). Stretching for Stress Relief –1-2 pm. Stretch out on your lunch break. Perfect for the athlete who pushes too hard. Great for beginners. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd. Slidell, 985-326-0965Northshore Yoga – 5:30-7pm. All levels welcome to come and explore Hatha Yoga offered by Wendy McKee ERYT. Opening the body to settle the mind and connect within. Mats & Props provided $10/class or $48/6 classes. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington Contact: Wendy McKee 985-789-0793 or [email protected] Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. Medita-ton practice and discussion Tuesday evenings. 2134 Magazine St., 3rd fl., New Orleans. Info: [email protected] or call Larry at 504-343-8378.
wednesdayBetter Bottoms Merchandise Sales – 9am-3pm. Open to the public every Wed. Cloth Diapering Moms on site for questions and advice. Call to ar-range for other dates or times. 1500 Edwards Ave, Ste F, Harahan, 70123. 504-731-7500. Hatha Yoga – 9:15am. w/ April Stolf, at Bodhisat-tva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.Covington Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at The Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire, Covington.Guided Meditation – 10:30am-noon. Meditation is an excellent way to directly connect with your true inner self and with all divine energy to receive self-healing! Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Call Dr. Jess Tregle: 504-352-6418.German Coast Farmers Market – West Bank – 3-6:30pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart build-ing, Luling, LA Edible City Gardens Open House – 4-6pm. Meet Michele Claiborne and explore gardens/urban farm. 6-7pm: workshops by Michele or guest. Topics: Kitchen pharmacy, nutrition, herbs, healthy recipes, hydroponics, growing your own food, wellness, true prosperity. Free. More Info: 504-330-8380.Northshore Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle, challenging and relaxing classes focusing on breath and movement appropriate for beginners and seasoned students. Pleasant, stress-free environment with mats/props provided. 90 minutes @$10/class or 6 classes/$48. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington. Info/ Mary Ann Bossetta 200 RYT. 985-630-7242 or [email protected]
Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, com-munity, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected] Yoga – 6:30-8pm. w/ April Stolf, at Bodhi-sattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.Zumba – 6:45-7:45pm. Dance your cares away. Have fun and lose weight at the same time. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd, Slidell. 985-326-0965Meditation & Discussion Group – 7-8:30pm. A Vi-passana (Insight) meditation group. All interested in learning to meditate are welcome. Donation based. Sponsored by Flowering Lotus Meditation and Re-treat Center. Offered at The N.O. Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave (corner St. Roch), 4th fl, Info: 504-905-4090 or [email protected] Yoga w/ Steph – 7:30-9pm. By dona-tion! Come relax into the yoga of pure awareness. Expand into yourself. Heal from within. Divine Yoga Center: 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected]. Waxing Wednesday at Bodhisattva – Feel and look your best with body waxing by Britanny Garnett and Sherene Vrona. Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Call for time and info: 504-888-9299.
thursdayOpening Your Heart to Love – 11am-Noon. Choose to unblock the flow of love and life. For those griev-ing from a loss or blocked from love. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd. Slidell, LA 985-326-0965Empowerment Hour –Noon. 2nd floor, New Or-leans Healing center. $5 suggested donation. Call 504-264-3292. Crescent City Farmers Market – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine. All Levels Hatha Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and ex-perienced practitioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or [email protected]. TriYogaNOLA/Mid-City – 6:30pm. A gentle, flow-ing class in our special setting, to strengthen and condition your body and mind. 4436 Toulouse. Call Karen: 504-220-5325.Tai Chi at Bodhisattva – 6:30pm. Tai Chi w/ Jeffrey Sison. Improve muscle tone, flexibility, strength, bal-ance, stamina, coordination, posture and well-being. For any age. Bodhisttva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. 504-888-9299.Align and Refine – 6:30-7:45pm. This yoga class is perfect for the student ready to take their yoga to the next level. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd, Slidell. 985-326-0965
A Course in Miracles – 6:30-8pm. Offered by Dr. Gary Arnold continuously in New Orleans since 1988. Free and open to the public. Location: Unity Church of Metairie, 3303 Richland, Ste. 2A, Metairie.
fridayFlow Wave at Wild Lotus – 9-10:30am. Flow em-phasizes the practice of connecting breath and mo-tion in a fluid style of movement. Flow-Waves classes include sequences from Kali Ray Tri-Yoga with a strong emphasis on wavelike spinal move-ment. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or [email protected]
Restorative Yoga – 6-7:15pm. In this class the body is supported in gentle yoga poses using bolsters and blankets and small adjustments are offered to enhance relaxation in the pose, offering a chance to unwind from our hectic day to day lives, release muscular tension and emotional stress. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or [email protected]
saturdayVietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.Morning Yoga –8-9am – The perfect way to kick off your weekend. Guaranteed you will get the most out of your weekend after this class. 1st class free, $10 drop-in or $40 punch card for 5 classes. Healing Within at Heart Pines Studio, 2800 East Gause Blvd, Slidell. 985-326-0965.Crescent City Farmers Market – 8am-noon. Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans. German Coast Farmers Market - East Bank – 8am-noon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190.Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am.-1pm. Featur-ing yard eggs, Mediterranean foods, herbs, produce, baked goods, coffee and iced tea, local musicians, tastings and cooking demos. Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger and Second St, Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291. Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661.Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking. Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & hand-crafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.
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Tri-Yoga/Mid-City – 9am. A deep, relaxing, medita-tive class enjoying slow gentle flows. $15 per class or $48 per month. Triyoga New Orleans, 4436 Tou-louse, Call Jennifer for info: 512-483-1127.Yoga 504 – 9am. Improve flexibility, focus, and balance. Connect with the higher vibrations of self and the Universe. Led by April Stolf. At Bodhisat-tva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-888-9299. Yoga Class/Mid-City – 9:30am. Start your day in a positive frame of mind with a restorative experience. American Can (next to X-Trainers), 3700 Orleans Ave, Mid-City. $55/month or $20/class walk-ins. Info: 504-482-2FIT.Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St., Covington.Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am-1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. For vendor/entertainment info: Donna Beakley 985-845-4515.Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking medita-tion. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton in-tersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at [email protected] or call 504-644-7351. Capoeira Angola w/ Donovan Miller – 10am-noon. By donation. Learn the Brazilian martial art at this beautivul community space. Divine Yoga Center, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected] Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). Sankofa Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Weekly market in the Ninth Ward offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods, and plants from local farm-ers and fishermen. 3500 St.Claude Avenue, corner of Gallier St.Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 11am.-5pm. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center. Free. 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. 504-940-1130. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center.Transform Kids – 2-2:30pm Sprouts (3-6 yr olds) 3:30pm Trees (7-12 yr olds). Children are natural yogis. Enhance their mind-body connection with yoga. 5-class package for $50. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., www.TransformNOLA.com.Guided Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. Fair-grinds Coffee House (upstairs), 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. Info: call Allen at 504-247-6692.
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BODY SUGARING USA DAY SPADora Ochoa, L.M.T. 1800 W. Causeway Approach., Ste. 122Mandeville985-626-5538BodySugaringUSA.com
Unique, painless & permanent hair re-moval, specializing in Brazilian bikini lines. Home of the “Slimmer You” body wrap and cellulite massage. In-stant gift certificates on our website.
PEACEFUL BEGINNINGS FOR YOULetrice Barber-Hayes, LA Lic#5335-01Kimberly Burrell, LA Lic#5460-012601 N. Hullen Ste 241, Metairie504-310-5575 or 504-914-7114PeacefulBeginningsForYou.com
Our goal is to tailor the cli-ent’s experience based on initial interview informa-tion, overall experience –
We offer a variety of massage: tra-ditional Swedish Massage, Sports
Massage, Deep Tissue work, Hot Stone Massage, and Reflexology. See ad on page 8.
TOUCH AND HEALMASSAGE THERAPY Melissa K. Brocato, LMT, LA Lic#48618725 Oak St., New Orleans 504-388-1468TouchAndHealMassageTherapy.com
Can you imagine a life without pain? Clinical massage could be an addition to your pain management routine. Also offering group pack-ages, prenatal and sports massage. Located inside Salon Alphonse on Oak Street. Outcalls available.
UPTOWN THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEUptown Holistic CenterLA Lic. # 389201723 Hillary St., New Orleans504-275-5923
Ken Leavitt, founder of the Uptown Holistic Center, has been studying Massage/Bodywork for over twenty years. Combining Asian,Eastern and Western modalities to provide lasting beneficial results. 90 min-utes- $110.00. See ad on page 15.
cHIROPRAcTIc/WELLNESS
CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER Dr. Debbi Hannan101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline, Metairie504-454-2000HannanWellness.com
Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, de-toxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal de-compression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad on page 18.
UPPER CERVICAL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC128 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans 504-488-1800UCFamilyChiropractic.com
Rebuild, repair and renew your body today! Family wellness consultant, Dr. Joshua Rilette, helps allevi-
ate aches and pains through specific chiropractic care and offers weight loss plans, cold laser therapy, nutri-tion, body cleansing, detoxification and orthopedics. See ad on page 10.
cOOkINg INSTRUcTION
THE ULTIMATE KITCHEN COMMANDOJodi Brown 504-616-7171UltimateKitchenCommando.com
I teach my clients how to Eat their way to better health quickly, easily and deliciously. Empower yourself with a food makeover, a corporate lunch and learn, or a weekend retreat. I can customize a class and demonstration for your organization or church.
cOSmETIcS
TEINTE HAIR SALON & STUDIO816 Hickory Ave., Ste AHarahan
A full service hair salon and makeup studio specializing in organic hair products, organic beauty & bath products. We are the exclusive retailer of After-
glow organic mineral cosmetics. Free 5 Minute Makeup Consultations available. See ad on page 15.
cOUNSELINg ANDPSYcHOTHERAPY
ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFTAttachment Psychotherapy1303 Amelia St., New Orleans504-899-2686
Attachment Psychotherapy / EMDR
“You too can move away from the past and towards a life of vitality, wholeness and fulfilling relationships.”
Individual, Couples& Family Therapy
Andrea Scheele, LCSW, LMFT1303 Amelia Street
New Orleans, LA 70115(504) 899-2686
Relational Well-Being: in individuals and couples. Trauma Resolution (EMDR): loss, childhood neglect and abuse & other traumatic events. Alle-viate Anxiety and Depression. Emo-tional Support for a Healthy Lifestyle: weight loss. See ad on page 25.
DAY SPA
THE WOODHOUSE DAY SPA4030 Canal St., New Orleans504-482-NOLA (6652)Nola.WoodhouseSpas.com
From beginning to end, our dedicated spa teams ensure your journey enhances your well-being and enlivens your spirit. Over 70 massage, facial, body and nail treatment options. Special packages and group events also available. See ad on page 21.
DENTIST
MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS1101 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell985-641-8058MikeRobichauxDDS.com
Offering a holistic and patient-cen-tered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separat-ed. We help those we serve make de-cisions that are in their best interests,
based on their values and goals, by providing state of the art information within a trusting relationship. See ad on page 19.
DERmATOLOgY
BOPP DERMATOLOGY AND FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY3901 Houma Blvd., Ste 410, Metairie504-455-9933BoppSkin.com
We offer non-surgi-cal alterna-tives to
keeping your face, body and skin healthy and youthful. We specialize in lasers, filler, topicals, peels and ultrasound facial lifting to achieve our patient’s goals. See ad on page 19.
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ENERgY PSYcHOLOgY
MARYLOU SMITHAdvanced PSYCH-K Facilitator504-723-2899MarylouSmith.com
Set Yourself Freewith the transformational power of PSYCH-KTM
Experience your unlimited power through the gentle processof PSYCH-KTM. Free yourself from traumatic memories,limiting thoughts and addictive behavior. Support what ismost meaningful in the journey of living your life’s purpose.
Marylou SmithAdvanced PSYCH-KTM Facilitator
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Uptown Holistic Center • 723 Hillary St, NOLA • 504.723.2899marylousmith.com • [email protected] • psych-k.com
Engage the power of mind to create rapid change and experience the life you choose. The process of PSYCH-K® is a simple & effective way to release the past and consciously de-sign your present and future. See ad on page 25.
FENg SHUI
LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUIEveline Hoffmann Feng Shui [email protected] Feng shui consultations for homes and businesses Find balance and serenity within your home .Make intentional changes in your dwellings and you will alter your life in positive wide ranging ways. Your environment will begin to assist you and you will uncover solutions to your day to day issues and life will improve. See ad on page 23.
FISHINg cHARTER
POISSON ROUGE CHARTERSInland Saltwater Fishing and Wetland Tours504-782-4917PRouge.comEnjoy a chartered fishing trip for speckled trout and redfish and stay vacation with two nights at the Rose Guesthouse B & B on historic Esplanade Ave. $600 for 2 guests. Additional guests $100 each. See ad on page 26.
FLOWER ESSENcES
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.Australian Bush Flower [email protected] NolaReiki.comPractitioner and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences avail-able, including: Woman, Calm & Clear, Study, De-tox, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga, Confidence and Stress Relief. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 24.
HOLISTIc HEALINg cENTERS
AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS A Community of Healerslocated inside the NOHC985-467-0900helpme@affordablehealingarts.comaffordablehealingarts.com
AHA! is a beautiful, comfortable space where practitioners and cli-ents meet. Independent practitio-ners find affordable shared office space in a community environment. Clients find practitioners with their best interests in mind. See ad on page 12.
HEART PINE HEALING CENTER2800 E. Gause Blvd., Slidell 985-326-0965HeartPineStudio.com
Heartpine Heal-ing Center offers an array of holis-tic practices to
meet the needs of your mind, body, and spirit. Services Include Dental Care, Massage, Reiki,
Yoga, Zumba, Life Coaching, Workshops & more. See ad on page 10.
UPTOWN HOLISTIC CENTER723 Hillary St., New Orleans 504-865-0966UptownHolisticCenter.com
A group of independent Holistic Practitioners committed to the high-est level of Holistic Health Care. Emphasis on the whole person – body, mind & spirit – allows for a more complete process of healing and well-being.
HOLISTIc/ENERgY HEALINg
CENTER FOR ENLIGHTENED TRANSFORMATION Cindy B. Daigle504-931-6494North shore and New Orleans [email protected]
Cindy utilizes powerful energetic healing methods to shift and balance the auric field, chakras and the cells of our body. Health, Joy, and Balance within, attracts the same externally. See ad on page 9.
HARMONIOUS YOU, LLCHolistic Therapy/PSYCH-K504-669-1020HarmoniousYou.org
PSYCH-K is a fast, safe, non-inva-sive, extremely effective technique that combines psychology and kinesi-ology that works with the subcon-scious mind to change negative beliefs that hold us back from having the life we want. See ad on page 34.
POWER PATH ACADEMY OFSELF EMPOWERMENT ANDTRANSFORMATIONMike Wittenbrink, MBA504-339-0594PowerPath.org
Our mission is to awaken people to their own power and potential – to self-empowerment and transforma-tion. Learn to find your power, heal yourself, and create a better life! Cre-ate more joy, love, self-esteem, self-
confidence, and raise your level of consciousness. Weekly Tuesday class. 25 years experience. Work-shops, personal coaching, and Free Classes. Details on web page.
REBECCA GREENShamanic PractitionerAffordable Healing Arts LLC2372 St. Claude Ave., Ste. 220, New Orleans [email protected]
Journey into the shamanic realms for self-discovery, retrieving soul-parts disassociated in trauma, clearing blocks and connecting with your es-sential self. Energy work, sound
healing, movement integration. Workshops and in-dividual sessions.
STEP’S HOLISTIC INFORMA-TION & REFERRAL SERVICESL.E. “Step” Stepteaux, Jr., [email protected]
Connecting People With People and Information Around The World. I en-joy helping people to reach their goals, from around the country to around the world via the Telephone & the Internet.
NOLA BIOMAT TEAMBioMat Healing Synergy504-388-6388NolaBioMat.com
Let us do a demo of this healing mat that works through a synergy of Far-Infrared Heat, Negative Ions, and Am-ethyst Crystals. A safe, natural way to achieve optimal health now and main-tain a more resilient body in the future. See ad on page 23.
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INDOOR ENvIRONmENTAL SERvIcES
HEALTHY HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC Call (985)288-5858 HealthyHome-Solutions.com
Healthy Home Solutions, LLC is a fully certified and insured indoor environmen-tal consulting firm. Services include inspections, forensic investigations, consulting and design solutions for mold, corrosive drywall,
lead, and many other “sick building” related prob-lems. See ad on page 5.
INTEgRATIvE mEDIcINE
IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., PH.D401 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 203, Metairie504-838-9804IreneSebastianMD.com
Experience the difference that Ho-meopathic Medicine and Functional Medicine can bring to your health. The safe alternative—Less need for prescription drugs—Stimulation of your innate healing force. See ad on page 20.
DR. kATHLEEN POSEY, m.D.377 Hwy 21, Ste. 101, Madisonville985-845-4111KathleenPoseyMD.com
Our mission is to improve health and reverse chronic disease through hor-monal and energetic balancing and nutrition. A practice of preventive medicine and wellness with a holistic approach to women’s gynecological and overall health. We offer a healthy
medically supervised weight loss program. See ad on page 6.
SLIDELL NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE Dr. James Fambro 315 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell985-288-5162GetWellSlidell.com
Give your body what it needs to be Self-Healing. Our ser-vices include Functional Medicine Evaluation, Sports
Medicine Evaluation, Intravenous Vi-tamin/Mineral Therapies, Food and Environmental Testing/Treatment,
Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Pulsed Mag-netic Field Therapy. See ad on page 8.
LIFE cOAcH
APRIL STOLF MNLP, RYT504-982-9642 [email protected]
Life, Yoga, Fashion. A unique combination of services from an NLP Master Practitioner, Yoga Instructor, and Fashion
Expert to support you in becoming your best Self. Overcome obstacles, regain enthusiasm, build confidence,
improve overall health, and discover your personal style. See ad on page 29.
WENDYLYNN BERGERONCertified Life Empowerment [email protected]
Having a Life you Love to Live Starts When You Choose to Create it. I would Love to empower you to cre-ate the changes that you Desire and Deserve! Emotional Empowerment Coaching for Teens and Adults.
mARTIAL ARTS
NOLA AIKIDO3909 Bienville St., Ste 103 New Orleans504-208-4861 Providing practice in a martial art
of peace for every body whose benefits include fitness, core training, flexibility, balance, strength, mindfulness, stress re-duction, self-defense, and fun.
All are welcome to our beautiful Mid-City facility! See ad page 5.
TAI CHI-QI GONGShifu King Lam8132 Willow St., [email protected]
Asian Arts to improve health, fit-ness, personal safety, rejuvenate en-ergy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. KingLam-taichi-karate.com. See ad on page 11
and calendar for classes.
mASSAgE ScHOOLS
BLUE CLIFF COLLEGEClearview Mall, Metairie504-293-0972
Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Mas-sage Therapist. Earn an As-sociates degree upon com-
pletion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial
aid. See calendar for information about our $30-stu-dent massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for mas-sage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 16.
mINISTRY/SPIRITUALITY
UNITY CHURCH OF METAIRIE 3939 Veterans Blvd., Metairie504-885-7575Daily Prayer Line 504-885-7056
Breaking boundaries through transfor-mative thought. A Christian church celebrating the Love of Spirit while honoring all paths. (2 blocks off Cleary, entrance/parking in rear of bldg). Sunday service 11am.
NATURAL BABY & cHILD
BETTER BOTTOMSDiaper Delivery 504-731-7500BetterBottomsBaby.com
Better Bottoms is an affordable cloth dia-per service that has serviced hundreds of
New Orleans Metro area ba-bies! Keep baby happy and
healthy while keeping diapers out of landfills! Check our website for diaper options and accesso-ries. See ad on page 28.
NATURAL FOODS & SUPPLEmENTS
NATURE LOVERS HEALTH FOOD3014 Cleary Ave., Metairie [email protected]
Since 1985. We are your inde-pendent health food store. Our goal is to provide the knowl-edge you need to take respon-sibility for your health. Our knowledgeable staff will help
you find answers. Vitamins, herbs, gluten-free products.See ad on page 34.
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PHYTOBURST CHEWSJeanie Leclere504-888-4464/[email protected]
Plant Based PhytoBurst Chews have the same amount of vitamins and minerals as the food in this bountiful basket! Tasty Nutrition Chews help support our immune system, increased energy, & pro-mote longevity. Free samples. Six-month money back guarantee.
NATURAL HEALER
MICHELE CLAIBORNECounselor*Natural Healer*Herbalist504-330-8380mc@HealingArtsInternational.comEdibleCityGardens.com
Discover Real Solutions to creating Your Better Life with even one ses-sion. Be inspired. Learn the tools to cope and heal. It can change your life. Meet Michele free every Wednesday @ EdibleCityGardens See ad on page 9.
NATURAL PHARmAcY
cASSO’S WELLNESS STORE & gYm3308 Cleary Ave., Metairie504-888-3077TheWellnessStore.com
Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vita-mins, minerals, herbs and
natural hormones. Natural hor-mone balancing consultations. Counseling on pharmaceuticals
and nutraceuticals by a registered pharmacist and clinical nutritionist. Alkaline water available as well as sessions with Photon Genius. See ad on page 14.
NATUROPATHIc DOcTOR
DR. LISA MARIE CHAMBERS, NDNorthshore Office1305 W. Causeway ApproachMandeville985-624-2295Accurate Clinic2401 Vets Blvd., Ste. 16, Kenner504-472-6130DrLisaMarieChambers.com
Dr. Chambers works in partnership with her patients to discover, under-stand and address the root cause of their illness. By treating the whole person, she also offers preventive care before serious illness occurs.
NEUROFEEDBAck
BRAIN WORKS ACADEMYCheryl Schoenberger, RRT985-809-7077BrainWorks.us
Neurofeedback is a safe, non-drug therapy that gently balances the brainwaves by exercising the neu-ral pathways. If you’ve been diag-nosed with ADD/ADHD, autism, depression, or other disorders, please contact us for a free consul-tation. See ad on page 6.
NUTRITIONIST
DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN5002 Prytania St., New [email protected]
Cutting edge holistic nutrition ser-vices. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, veg-etarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 32.
OxYgEN THERAPY
CHI MACHINEJoffrion Mitts, M. ED.Alternative Health Consultant504-897-9670ChiMachineForYourHealth.com
Stress, poor circulation, headaches, back pain, insomnia, depression, stroke, asthma, weight loss? You name it! Oxygen heals! Free one week in- home trial!
PERSONAL ORgANIzER
CLEAR THE CLUTTER Stasia CymesProfessional Organizer504-920-1800ClearTheClutterToday.com
Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of cleansing your home or office, creating new space & peace of mind. During times of transition or ready for a change. Schedule your complimentary consultation today! See ad on page 15.
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REcONNEcTIvE HEALINg®
DR. JESS TREGLEReconnective Healing® & The Reconnection™504-352-6418ReconnectingLife.com
Healing takes place physically, men-tally, emotionally, and spiritually! Become reconnected with your true inner self and with your true purpose in life! Strengthen your sense of unity with yourself, others, the earth, and the universe!
REIkI
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.Reiki Master Teacher & [email protected] 22 years experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki is simple to learn and can be applied as self-treatments to enhance health and emotional well-being or in clinical set-tings as a practitioner. See also Flower Essences listing. See ad on page 24 and calendar for classes.
TIANNE D. LASTRAUsui, Karuna & Rainbow Reiki Master504-909-3723AmazingReiki.com
Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Heal-ing, Reiki Drumming and Animal
Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full infor-mation. See ad on page 7.
RETREAT cENTER
DOLORES WATSON621 Opelousas Ave., New Orleans504-905-4090 [email protected]
Elegant, donation based retreat cen-ter in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. On-going meditation group in New Or-leans. Vegetarian. Available for rental. Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 25 and ongoing calendar.
SOLAR
SOUTH COAST SOLAR, LLC 2605 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie504-529-SUN9SouthCoastSolar.com
100% locally owned and operated, South Coast Solar is Louisiana’s largest solar energy company. Call or visit our website to set up a free esti-mate. See ad on page 11.
WELLNESS cENTER
HOLISTIC LIFE4401 Veterans Blvd, Ste 200504-885-8800HolisticLife.usA wellness, weight loss day spa, massage therapy, activated oxygen sauna, ion foot bath, reflexology, integrated medicine, and other natural spa offer-ings. Across from Clearview Mall in the major business are of Metairie. See ad page 7.
JOURNEY INTO WELLNESS 3939Houma Blvd. Bldg. 3 Suite 15 Doc-tors RowMetairie, LA 70006504.909.3723JourneyIntoWellness.net A place of learning and complementary therapies and modalities are all available in our newly reno-vated medical complex. Treatment rooms and class space for practitioners are available to rent. Con-tact Tianne Lastra, Director. See ad on page 11.
YOgA
DIVINE YOGA1223 Baronne [email protected] YogaNOLA.com
Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yo-gas, combining meditation, physi-cal practice and breathing exer-cises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad on page 29 and calendar for events/classes.
NAMASTE OF METAIRIE4413 Chastant St., Metairie504-484-9579NamasteMatairie.com
Metairie’s premiere yoga, Pilates & movement studio is a cozy neighbor-hood community offering 25+ classes & workshops each week to bring bal-ance, strength & clarity to your life and body. See ad on page 25.
TRANSFORM NOLAMia Oramous, Owner8422 Oak St., New Orleans985-640-2648TransformNOLA.com
Experience peace and serenity in this treetop space. Yoga, Pi-lates, Nia and TRX workout classes are offered throughout the week; private sessions are also available. Class schedule,
descriptions and more on website. See ad on page 29.
WILD LOTUS YOGA4842 Perrier St., New Orleans504-899-0047WildLotusYoga.com
Gambit’s ”Best Place to Take a Yoga Class” eight years in a row. Over 40 ongoing classes per week for beginners and experienced taught by skilled teachers in a
peaceful, positive atmosphere. Offering courses, workshops, retreats and concerts. See ad on page 29 and calendar for events/classes.
YOgA TEAcHER TRAININg
YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.603 S. Tyler St., Covington985-893-8834YogaSchoolCovingtonLA.com
Offering Yoga Alliance registered teacher training with certification at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels. Also a state licensed Yoga Therapy training program. Visit website for more information. See ad on page 29.
YOgA THERAPY
AMY ARCHINAL, RYT, PRYTPhoenix Rising Yoga Therapy504-899-6167NewOrleansYogaTherapy.com
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy com-bines meditation, assisted yoga pos-tures, breathwork and client-cen-tered dialogue to promote self-awareness. Discover the wis-dom of your body. See ad page 29.
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This is the premier event for new & expecting parents and young families in the Greater NO area. Come and learn how to have a safe, natural and
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