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Like many other businesses starting orrebuildingherein2007,wehaverespondedtotheopportunitytoembracesustainablepractices. Our magazine’s mission isto be your go-to resource for practicalperspectives and information on livinggreenandhealthy.
Revisitingjustsomeofthemanybusinessesandorganizationsthatparticipatedinourpremiereissuehighlightshowfarwe’veallcome(page27).In2007,mostofthemwerestartups,justlikeus,eachwillingintheirownwaytoriskcontributingtorecoveryofthelocaleconomy.Wearedelightedtofindthemstillmovingforwardinhelpingtocreateamoresustainableandhealthierregion.
Just before distributing the first issue of this magazine, I attended a Natural Awakeningspublishers’meetingrepresenting60marketsacrossthecountry(now85andstillgrowing).Theinspirationandsupportwereamazing.AttheculminatingdinnerIreceivedaspecialawardforcourageinstartingamagazineinanareareelingfromwidespreaddisaster.Thelargerdynamicsofriskhadn’toccurredtomebecauseIwasfocusedontakingaleapof faith tomakeacontributionfor theongoinghealthandwell-beingofourcommunity.
Thatleapoffaithhaspaidoffinmanyways.Buildinggreenisnowonourregion’sradarscreen.Awarenessofenvironmentalconcernscontinuestogrow.Morekindsofcomplementaryandalternativetherapiesareavailablelocallyasmind-bodymedicinebecomesintegratedintomainstreamhealthcare.DidyouknowthattheGreaterNewOrleansRegionwasnamedoneofthecountry’stop10yogacitieslastyear?
Seenfromabird’s-eyeview,it’sprovedtobearemarkabletransformationinashorttime.HowmuchwehaveyettodocameintosharpfocusasHurricaneIsaacblewinforanextendedvisitontheseventhanniversaryofHurricaneKatrina.IfKatrinawasawakeupcall,Isaacwasaremindernottofallasleep.WhileNewOrleanswaslargelysparedthistimearound,manyofthecity’sneighborswerehurt.Onpage21welistagenciesnowspearheadingreliefeffortsforvictimsofthestorm.Allofthemneedourhelpingheartsandhands.
Lessonsfromsuchweathereventsspeedtheurgencyofvitalrestorationofprotectivewetlands and developing better ways to manage storm water. Mounting science isshowinghowhumanimpactsontheenvironmentaffectweatherpatternsandit’sgettinghardertodenythatAmerica’sstubborndependencyonfossilfuelscontributesmightilytoglobalwarmingaswellaspollution.InLouisiana,whilewekeepelectingofficialsthatdenytheproblemaltogether,millionsofcitizenleadersaroundtheworldareactivelyaddressingtheissue(page22).
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Big Easy Gluten/ Allergen Free ExpoOn October 21, from 11 a.m. to 4
p.m., the first expo in the NewOrleansareadedicatedtogluten-freeandallergen-freelivingwilltakeplaceattheNewOrleansHealingCenter,2372St.ClaudeAvenue.
ECHOEventSolutionswillpresentthe expo in collaboration with localsupportgroups.According toNikkiEverett,EventDirectorandtheorganization’sfounder,thegoalistobuildawarenessandraisefundsfortheresearchof celiac disease and other conditions whichrequire adherence to a gluten-free or allergendiet.AdditionalgoalsaretoraisefundsforCampWeekaneatit, a gluten-free summer camp forchildren, located inGeorgia. Equally important is tohighlight local andnationalcompaniesthatareproducingexceptionalgluten-free/allergen-freeproductsthatareequivalentorsuperiortotypicalproductsthatcontaingluten.Upto40gluten-freefoodvendorswillparticipate.
Theeventwillfeaturetopchefdemosandexpertspeakersonceliacdisease,glutensensitivityandlifestylechanges.Specialguestspeaker,ShannonFord,the2011Mrs.UnitedStates,whohasceliacdisease,willspeakaboutlivingonagluten-freediet.SheiscurrentlyacontributortoDelightGlutenFreeMagazine.Araffleanddoorprizeswillalsobefeatured.
More than threemillionAmericans, about1 in131,haveceliacdisease, anautoimmune disease whereby a protein in wheat, rye, barley and possibly oats,damagesthefinger-likeprotrusionsinthesmallintestinewherenutrientsareabsorbed.Thisresultsinmalnutrition.
Theonlytreatmentforceliacdiseaseiscompleteeliminationofgluteninthediet.Otherconditionsthatmaybeimprovedbyeliminationofgluteninthedietareautismordiabetes.Therearemanylinkstoceliacdiseaseandothersensitivitiestofoodslikedairy,casein,andsoy.
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Eligible applicants must be from Jefferson, Lafourche,Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John, St.Tammany, orTerrebonne Parishes.This program is lookingfor ideas with high-growth potential that can be developedandcommercializedtohelpourcommunitieslivewithwater.
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NOLA Wise is a program ofGlobal Green in partnership withthe City of New Orleans and theDepartment of Energy, which helpshomeownersmaketheirhomesmorecomfortableandenergyefficient.ThepurposeoftheNOLAWiseVolunteerTeam is to spread the word aboutenergy efficiency and encourageNew Orleans residents to do whatthey can to promote environmentalsustainability.
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The event will be open to adultsof all ages. Featured companies andpresenters will cover a wide range oftopics including health, wellbeing,lifestyle activity, diet and nutrition,disease prevention, emotional andspiritualhealth,agingwell,lifeplanningservices, social services, medical careandeducationalopportunitiesinrelatedareas.The goal is to offer participantstheknowledgeforlivinglongerandwithmorevitality.
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New moms that are breastfeeding should abstain fromcaffeine,accordingtoaninterviewwith
Dr.RuthLawrencepublishedintheJournal of Caffeine Research, a peer-reviewedpublication. Lawrence says that becauseinfantsarenotabletometabolizeorexcretecaffeineefficiently,abreastfeedingmother’sconsumptionofthedrugmayleadto caffeine accumulationand symptoms such asw a k e f u l n e s s a n dirritabilityinherbaby.
ABCs Keep Colon Cancer at Bay WhatdoBrusselssprouts,broccoli,
cabbageandcauliflowerhaveincommon?According to anew studypublishedintheJournal of the American Dietetic Association, thesecruciferousveggiesareassociatedwithadecreased riskofcoloncancer.ThrowinagoodmeasureofA’s,asinapples,andpeoplecanalsoreducetheirriskofdistalcoloncancer,reportresearchersfrom theWesternAustralian Institute forMedicalResearchattheUniversityofWesternAustralia andDeakinUniversity, inVictoria,Australia.Theinvestigationexaminedthepotentiallinkbetweenfruitsandvegetablesandthreecancersindifferentpartsofthebowel.
Breast Health Screening QuestionedOc t o b e r i s B r e a s t
C a n c e r Aw a r e n e s sMonth, and thousands ofwel l -meaning heal thcareproviders will continue torecommend mammograms.However, a growing body ofresearch suggests that X-raymammographymaynotbethebest screening approach, atleastonanannualbasis, andeven theNationalCancerInstitutenotespotentialharmsrangingfromfalseresultstoovertreatmentandradiationexposure. A 2006 study published in the British Journal of Radiobiology revealed that the typeof radiationused inX-ray-basedscreeningsismorecarcinogenicthanpreviouslybelieved.The researcherswrote, “Recent radiobiologicalstudieshaveprovidedcompelling evidence that the low-energy X-rays used in mammography are approximatelyfourtimes—butpossiblyasmuchassixtimes—morelikelytocausemutationaldamagethanhigherenergyX-rays.” Peter Gøtzsche is director of the Nordic CochraneCentre and an author of the landmark 2001 Cochranesystematic review, Screening for Breast Cancer with Mammography, which concludes, “Currently availablereliableevidencehasnotshownasurvivalbenefitofmassscreeningforbreastcancer.”In2011,Gøtzschestated,“Itisgettingmoreandmoredifficulttoarguethatmammographyisreasonableto[use]forbreastscreening.”
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October 24 is Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine DayThepopularityofacupuncture
in the United States isincreasingsteadily,accordingto a study of Americans’use of the ancient Chineseenergy-balancing technique,pub l i shed in Ev idence -B a s e d Co m p l e m e n t a r y and Alternative Medicine.Researchersfoundthatin2007,6percentof adultAmericansincludedacupunctureaspartof their regular health careregimen,up42percentfrom2002(atthattime,theNationalCertificationCommissionforAcupunctureandOrientalMedicinealsoreportedthat60percentofadultssurveyedconsideredacupunctureasatreatmentoption). Mostcommonlyusedforpainrelief,acupunctureisbasedonthetheorythatneedlestimulationofspecificpointsonthebody’senergychannels,calledmeridians,correctsimbalancesandhelpsrestorehealth.SomeWesternexpertsbelievethattheneedlesstimulatepain-sensingnerves,whichtriggerthebraintoreleaseendorphins,thebody’spain-relievingchemicals. Former President Richard Nixon is generally credited with popularizingacupunctureintheWestafterhetouredmedicalfacilitiesduringhisvisittoChinain1972.New York TimesreporterJamesReston,whowastravelingwithNixonandunderwentanemergencyappendectomyduringthetrip,wroteextensivelyaboutthepost-operativepainreliefheexperienced.
breast cancer links to environmental toxins
Newevidencethatchemicalpollutionmaybelinkedtobreastcancercomesfromasurprisingsource:a
groupofmalebreastcancerpatientsatCampLejeune,a Marine Corps base in North Carolina. Poisons inthe camp’s drinking water, including benzene, acarcinogenic gasoline additive, perchloroethylene(PCE) and trichloroethylene (TCE), are regarded asacause;conditionsatthebasearealsoblamedforunusualratesofleukemiaandbirthdefects.Theworstperiodofcontaminationof thebase’swater supplybeganinthelate1950sandcontinuedformorethan30moreyears. Becausemenaresimplertostudythanwomen—theirriskofdevelopingbreastcancerisnotcomplicatedby factors such as menstruation, reproduction,breastfeeding and hormone replacement therapy—theepidemiologistsmaybeabletoconclusivelylinkindustrial chemicals with an increased risk of thediseaseforbothgenders.
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globalbriefsGreen GenderingWomen Leaders Combat Climate ChangeA new study in the journal Social Science Researchobservesthat,“Controllingforotherfactors,innationswhere women’s status is higher, CO2 emissions arelower.”ChristinaErgasandRichardYork,sociologistsattheUniversityofOregon–Eugene,foundthatthenationsinwhichwomenhavehigherpoliticalstatus—basedonhowlongthey’vehadtherighttovoteandrepresentationinparliamentandministerialgovernments—alsohavemoreecologicallysoundoutcomesthanthosethatdonot.Suchoutcomesincludedratifyingagreaternumberofenvironmentaltreaties,morescientificknowledgeofclimatechange,aperceptionofenvironmental risksasmore threateningandlessoptimismaboutthepotentialtosolveproblemsbyrelyingsolelyontechnology.
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Developing ProblemThe Case to Save SwamplandAnout-of-the-wayquagmireorboggyboondockoffalonelyroadmightseemlikejustsomuchwastelandratherthansomethingtobeconcernedaboutwhenit’spavedoverforanewstripmallorbig-boxstore.Butcitizensarerealizingthattheseplotswherelandmeetswaterprovideavitalandvaluableecologicalfunction. In addition tonurturing essential biodiversity,wetlandspurifywater,producefish, store carbondioxide thatwouldotherwise increase globalwarmingandprotectshorelinesfromfloods,stormsurgesanderosion.“Whenwelosewetlands,we’relosingsomethingwewon’trecoverforyears,”remarksDr.Moreno-Mateos,awetlandecologistattheJasperRidgeBiologicalPreserve,atStanfordUniversity.“Whenpeopledevelopthathugeshoppingmall,itwilltakecenturiestorestorethefunctionswehadbefore.”After-the-factrestorationeffortsyieldfarmorelimitedbenefits.
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Jurassic ArkExtinction is Not ForeverTinyorganismsthatvanishedfromtheEarth’s biosphere eons ago are stillaround—they’rejustburiedundermilesof polar ice sheets inAntarctica andGreenland.As the forces of climatechange cause the ice to melt fastereveryyear, JohnPriscu,aprofessorofecology at Montana State Universityand pioneer in the study ofAntarcticmicrobiology,predictsthatbacteriaandothermicrobescouldawakenfromtheirhibernationandthreatencontemporaryspecies. Priscunotes,“It’sawayofrecyclinggenomes.You put something on thesurfaceof the iceandamillionyearslater,itcomesbackout.”Hehasspentthe past 28 summers near the SouthPole,findinglivingbacteriaincoresof420,000-year-old ice and multiplyingtheminhislaboratory.Otherresearchersreportbringingfarolderbacteriabacktolife. Thawingglacierscouldalsochurnoutenormouscompostpilesofdecayingbiomass. It’s estimated that all thecarbon from organic matter in andunder the ice sheets, if converted tocarbondioxide,wouldequaladecade’sworthofemissionsfromtoday’svehiclesworldwide.Notallofthecarbonwouldconvert directly to greenhouse gases,butanyreleasewouldaddtothehugeamountalreadyexpectedfromthawingpermafrost.“Thisisabigpoolofcarbontobeconsidered,”Priscuwarns. “Wereallyshouldlookatthis.”
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Good IdeaEco-Checklist Tracks Personal ProgressKeeping daily to-do lists isstandard practice for manyl i fe projects . Now, theenvironmentally consciouscan periodically monitortheir personal eco-progressviaChasingGreen.org/green-actions. The website helps people to become greener bysuggestingmanyactivitiesandideastoconsiderandthencheckoffwhentheyhavebeenaccomplished,allwhileexchangingideaswithaninteractivecommunity. Eight categories—energy, health, heating and cooling,recycleandreuse, travel,water,miscellaneousandone-timeactions—together containmore than150distinct actionablesteps.Userscanregisterorlog-inusingFacebookandsavethelatestadditionstotheirprogressreport,thenreturnatanytimetomonitorthesuccessfulgreeningoftheirlifestyle. Forexample,whilemanyhomeownersmayhavealreadyinsulatedtheirdwelling,theenergysectionpointsoutpossibleareas for improvement, including water pipes, roof, walls,window treatments, doors, ductwork, water heater andbasement.Sometips in themiscellaneoussectionare timelyfor upcoming holidays, such as giving an eco-friendly gift,substitutinganexperienceforatangiblegiftandsendinge-cardsinsteadoftraditionalpapergreetings. Thetravelsectionremindstheeco-andbudget-conscioustocheck theircars’ tirepressureoften,asunderinflated tiresputmorerubberontheroad,whichdemandsmoreenergytodriveandhurtsgasmileage.Whenplanningtrips,arailoptionisdeemedbetterfortheenvironmentthandrivingorflying. Operatorsofthesite,basedinWallaWalla,Washington,state:“Byofferingsmallstepstowardsgoinggreen,wehopetogivepeopleastartingpointandasourceofinspiration.Weareadvocatesoftheproverbial,‘Well,Icandothat!’moment.”Relevant articles on various topics offer additional eco-tips,enhancedbyusercommentsandreviews.
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Octoberisanactivemonthinthevegetablegarden. Setincruciferouscrops,beets,lettuceandpotatoes. (Cruciferouscropsincludecabbages,broccoli,cauliflower, mustard,brusselsproutsandmore.) Herbseedsorstartsthatshouldbeconsiderednow include:parsley,fennel,dill,cilantro.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)referstosevere,continuedtirednessthat is not relieved by rest and
is not directly caused by other medicalconditions.The exact cause of CFS isunknown.SometheoriessuggestthatCFSmay be due to the Epstein-Barr virus orhumanherpesvirus-6,althoughnospecificvirushasyetbeenidentifiedasthecause.Other suggested possibilities includeinflammation within the nervous systemduetoafaultyimmunesystemresponse,hormone imbalances, or inadequateenergyproductionatthecellularlevel.
AnofficialdiagnosisofCFSisbasedontheindividualhavingatleastfourofthesymptomscommontoCFSforatleastsixmonths.NoneofthesymptomsarespecifictoCFS,sootherseriousconditionsmustberuledout.(SeesidebarforlistofsymptomscommontoCFS.)
Unfortunately, there is currently norecognizedstandardmedicalcureforCFS,so conventional treatment is generallyfocusedonsymptomreliefthroughtheuseofantidepressantsand/orpainmedication,as there are currently no FDA-approvedmedicationsforuseintreatingthedisorder.Becauseof this,manysuffering fromthedisorderoftenturntoalternativetherapiessuchasacupuncture,Ayurvedicmedicine,chiropractic, homeopathy, naturopathicmedicine,ortraditionalChinesemedicineinanefforttofindrelief–oftenwithgoodresults.Forothers,reliefisfoundthroughdietaryandlifestylechanges,orrelaxationexercises such as qigong. Supplementssuch as D-ribose, L-carnitine, CoQ10,essentialfattyacids,andvariousvitamins,minerals,andherbsmayhelp.
Alternative treatments for CFS areoften effective, but responses to varioustreatmentsvariesamongindividualswithCFS.What works for one may not workaswell foranother.Furthermore, severaltreatmentsincombinationmayworkbest.It is important toworkwithahealthcarepractitioner who is familiar with manypotentialtreatmentsinordertofindwhatfitsbestforeachperson.
Althoughnotreatmentorcombinationof treatments, whether conventional oralternative, can guarantee any specificresults,therearetherapiesthatgivehopeto CFS sufferers that there may be otherpossibilitiesforreliefbesidesapill.
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The Gumbo Green Games, asustainable business competition, had asuccessfulrunin2011-12withmorethan40 businesses that competed for prizesin various categories, culminating in theGreen Natties awards ceremony. Heldat the Eiffel Society, the event was wellattended and proved to be the perfectpinnacleparty.
The Green Games is a partnershipof NaturalAwakenings Magazine andLifeCityLLC,abusinesswiththemissionof helping businesses to improve theirenvironmentalfootprintandconnectwithcustomerswhosharetheirconcernforthe
planet.ThegoaloftheGreenGamesistopromotegreenbusinessesandencourageenvironmental improvement across theareathroughthebusinesssector.
Anumberoflastyear’scontestantsareparticipatingagainthisyear,butmorethanhalfofthe27signedupsofararethrowingintheirhatforthefirsttime.
Some who participated last yearsharedtheirthoughtsonthebenefitstobegainedbyinvolvementinthecompetition.
“Participating in the Green Gamesis a great way to challenge ourselvesto monitor and share our co-op’saccomplishments toward meeting oursocial and environmental goals,” saidLori Burge, the General Manager of theNewOrleansFoodCooperative.Shealsonoted that the Green Games present anopportunitytopromotetheco-opandallithastooffer.“TheGreenGamesgivesusanimportantvenuetotellthecommunityaboutour triple-bottomlineapproachtodoingbusinessandwhyshoppingat theco-opisgoodforourcommunity,farmers,andtheplanet,“saidBurge,adding,“Itisalsoagreatopportunitytonetworkwith,inspire, and be inspired by other greenbusinesses.”
Futureproof, a sustainable designconsulting firm, joined the Games lastyearasawayto“walkthetalk,”ManagingPartnerPriscaWeemssaid.BeingpartoftheGamesremindedthestaffmemberstopracticetheirpreachingonsustainability,resilience, lowering consumption andincreasingeco-friendlystrategies.
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“Weareasmallofficeorientedonservice,soithelpedustoseewherewewereandsetgoalsfor improvement,” she said,notingthattheexerciseitselfbrought on self-awareness.“Sometimes you get so busythatyouforgetwhat’simportant.Thishelpedustorememberwhatwestandfor.”
A number of participants saw theGreenGamesasanopportunitytoconnectwithpotentialcustomerswhoareinterestedin patronizing sustainable businesses,asdidLaDivinaGelateria,whichservesItalian-inspired food made from scratch.Inadditiontoofferingsandwiches,salads,soupsandcoffees,LaDivinaspecializesinhand-craftedgelatoandsorbettomadefromthe best local and imported ingredients,ownerKatrinaTurillosaid.LaDivinawonbestoverallintherestaurantcategory.
InExchange, a non-profit fair tradestore onTulane’s campus, sells work bylocalandglobalartisans.ExecutiveDirectorKatie Schmidt said InExchange stayed inthegametofurtheritsownsustainabilitygoals.Shelikenedthecompetitionto“anaccountability system” for sustainablebusinessesandthosestrivingtobegreener.“Theeventgaveussomeawareness,butitwasalsogoodforthestudentstolearnmoreaboutsustainabilityandtoseewhatisgoingoninthecommunity.”
DemetriaChristofromEcoUrban,thebestoverallwinnerintheofficecategoryin the first year, said that putting greenbusinesses in the spotlight shows that it
isworth theeffort. “It’s importantfor the green movement to be
glamorizedtogaintractioninthegeneralpublic,” she saidrecently,”notingtheabundantpress andexposure thatwasprovided for the contestants.
“Thatisparticularlycriticaltoasmallgreenbusiness’success.…
Plusit’sgreattohaveaninterconnectednetwork of green businesses pushingoneanothertoachievenewstandardsofgreen.”
The green business competitionwelcomes more traditional businessesthatwanttotouttheircommitmenttotheenvironmentaswell.
Will Watts from NOLA Paint andSuppliessaidhewantedhisnewbusinesstobeenvironmentallysustainableandtheGreenGamesassistedinthisendeavor.“Iwantedmyemployees andcustomers tolearnandbeapartofthegreenmovement,”hesaid.“TheGreenGameshelpedmetoteachthemwhatbeinggreenisallabout.”
The contest, which will run fromNovember toApril, will officially kickoff at a November Green Drinks event.GreenDrinksisopentoallgreen-mindedindividualsandisusuallyheldonthethirdThursdayofthemonth.Formoredetailslogontowww.mylifecityclosertotheevent.
Colleen Morgan is a free-lance writer and Environmental Editor for Natural Awakenings S.E. Louisiana. She may be reached at [email protected]
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forgreenhousegasemissionstheUnitedStatesrefusedtosign—theUnitedNationsConferenceonSustainableDevelopmentisheldonceevery20years.ThethemeofRio+20wassimpleanddirect:TheFutureWeWant. Movingawayfrompoliticalposturingand endless negotiating, the meet-upasked businesses, governments andcharitiestopubliclydeclaretheirspecificcommitments and solicited thepublic’sideasforrealizingsustainability,allalignedwiththeprioritiesandopportunitiesofthe21stcentury.“Withgrowingpopulationsdepleting resources, how do we keepincreasingandensuringprosperitywhilewearealreadyusingmorethanwehave?”queries U.N. spokeswoman PragatiPascale.“It’saconundrum.” Sustainabledevelopment,asdefinedby the U.N., includes fighting poverty,social inclusion (including advancingthestatusofwomen)andprotectingtheenvironment.Buildingasustainablefuturefortheplanet,saythoseinvolved,meansaddressing all three simultaneously. Itdemands the kind of real, immediateactionsoevidentatRio+20.
Real ResultsBy the end of the Rio conference,more than 700 voluntarily securedcommitments, valuedatmore thanhalfa trillion dollars, were earmarked toaddresseverythingfromprotectingforestsandreducingoceanpollutiontobuildingrapid transit bus systemsand increasingthenumberofwomenentrepreneurs inthegreeneconomy.TheNRDClaunchedCloudOfCommitments.org to track andpublicize new pledges and make themeasilysearchablebyregionorcategory. Somecommitmentsarebreathtakinginscope:n International development banks
have pledged $175 bi l l ion toboost sustainable transportation indevelopingcountries;
nBankofAmericapromised$50billionover 10 years to finance energyefficiency,renewableenergysourcesandenergyaccess;
nThe World Bank committed $16billiontoboostcleanenergy,accessto electricity and cookstoves indevelopingnations;
nThe New Partnership for Africa’sDevelopment promised to achieveenergyaccessforatleast60percentofAfrica’spopulationby2040;
nTheEuropeanBankoffered$8billionby2015tosupportenergyefficiencyprojectsinEasternEuropeandCentralAsia;
nMicrosoftpledgedtobecarbonneutralacrossallitsoperationsbytheendof2013;
nThe United States together with theConsumer Goods Forum (whichrepresents more than 600 retail andmanufacturingcompanies)committedto achieve zero net deforestation intheirsupplychainsby2020.
“The real action, the real energy,wasthe21st-centuryaspect[ofRio+20],”advises Scherr. “I call it the ‘networkworld’,recognizingthenumberofplayerstoday.It’snotjustnationalgovernments;it’s states and cities, corporations andphilanthropists.Inadditiontotheofficialmeetings and negotiations, between3,000and4,000othergatheringsweregoing on between business people,mayors, civil society organizations and
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healthierNewYorkCity,onethatcouldaccommodate 9 million predictedresidents by2030, aims tobe amodelfor urban sustainable development.Its original 127 initiatives leave fewsustainabilitystonesunturned,includingcleaningupbrownfields,buildingmoreplaygrounds and parks, increasingpublic transportation and bike lanes,implementing aggressive recycling,enforcing greenbuilding standards andreducinggreenhousegasemissions.Two-thirds of the initial goals have alreadybeen achieved; the latest update callsfor132initiatives,includinganewsetof
annualmilestones. Speaking at the Museum of theCity of NewYork in 2009, DanielDoctoroff, the former deputy mayor ofeconomic development and rebuildingfortheBloombergadministration,calledPlaNYC“oneofthemostsweeping,mostcomprehensiveblueprints forNewYorkeverundertaken.”Mostcritically,allofitsstatedcommitments are achievable (seeTinyurl.com/PlaNYC-goals).
Evergreen Cooperative Initiative (ECI): Businesses and community groupsin Cleveland, Ohio, determined thatthey needed to solve the problem ofjoblessness in low-income areas bycreating living-wage jobs and thentraining eligible residents to fill them.Theydevelopedanew,cooperative-basedeconomic model, based on green jobsthatcaninspireothercitieswithsimilareconomicwoes. TheECIisacommunityundertakingin which anchor institutions like theClevelandFoundation,UniversityHospitalsand themunicipal government leveragetheir purchasing power to help create
governmentstotakeaction.” The NRDC dedicated website ispart of a coordinated effort to holdgovernments,businessesandnonprofitsaccountableandinformthepublic.Thenew U.N. websites facilitate a thrivingdiscussionofwhat sustainabilitymeansandhowitcanbeputintopractice. “We want to continue the overallcampaignandbuilduponit,”saysPascale.“Whatever frustrationspeoplehavewithbusinesses,nongovernmentorganizations(NGO) or governments, we need toharnessthatenergyandkeepthatdialoguegoing to givepeople a voice inmakingsustainabilityhappen.”
Results-Oriented Role ModelsState-based examples of sustainabledevelopment in act ion speak towidespreadneedsintheUnitedStates.Hereareexamplesoffivemodelsworthreplicating.
PlaNYC:NewYorkCityMayorMichaelBloomberg’sannouncementofPlaNYC,onEarthDay2007,signaledanhistoricmoment.Thepeople’svisionofacleaner,
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green-focused, employee-owned localbusinesses,whichtodateincludeagreenlaundromat, thehydroponicgreenhouseGreenCityGrowers,andOhioCooperativeSolar, which provides weatherizationand installs andmaintains solarpanels.The solar cooperative will more thandoubleOhio’s solar generatingcapacityfrom2011levelsbytheendof2012(seeEvergreenCooperatives.com).
CALGreen: UpdatedbuildingcodesmaynotgeneratemuchexcitementuntilweconsiderthatU.S.buildingsaccountforalion’sshareofcarbondioxideemissions(39 percent), and consume 70 percentof theelectricitywegenerate.TheU.S.GreenBuildingCouncil(USGBC)reports,“If half of new commercial buildingswerebuilttouse50percentlessenergy,it would save over 6 million metrictons ofCO2annually for the life of thebuildings—theequivalentoftakingmorethan 1 million cars off the road everyyear.” The California Green BuildingStandardsCode(CALGreen),whichtookeffect in January2011, sets thehighestgreen bar for new buildings in thecountry. It requires that new buildingsachievea20percentreductioninpotablewater use, divert 50 percent of theirconstruction waste from landfills, usepaints and materials with low volatileorganiccompoundcontentandprovideparking for clean-air vehicles. Multiplekey stakeholders have been involvedthroughout the process, including theCalifornia Energy Commission and theSierraClub. “We really tried to bring togetheranentirespectrumofpeopleandgroupswithdifferentperspectivesandexpertisetobuildaconsensus,”saysDavidWalls,executive director of the CaliforniaBuilding StandardsCommission. “Ifweweregoingtoputsomethinginthecode,wewantedtomakesureitwasright.”(SeeTinyurl.com/CALGreen-Home.)
Renewable Portfolio Standard:Texasleadsthecountryinelectricitygeneratedfromwind power. One complex, in Roscoe,features627 turbineson100,000acresthatcost$1billiontobuild.Muchoftherapidgrowthofthestate’swindindustry
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Edison Innovation Green Growth Fund:Clean technology is booming despitethe economic recession and attractingserious investment funds.According toa report by Clean Edge, Inc., venturecapitalinvestmentsincleantechnologiesincreased30percentbetween2010and2011,from$5.1billionto$6.6billion. NewJerseyentrepreneursareuppingtheirstate’spotentialinthisarenawiththeEdison InnovationGreenGrowthFund.Theprogramproffers loansofup to$2millionforcompanies,researchfacilitiesand nonprofits engaged in producingcleanenergytechnologies,rangingfromenergyefficiencyproductssuchasLEDlightingtosolar,wind,tidal,biomassandmethanecapture.Aconditionoftheloan
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Grassroots LeadershipElinor Ostrom, the political economistwho won a Nobel Prize in economicsbutpassedonjustbeforethestartoftheRio conference,dedicatedher last blogpost to considering the event’s impact.Titled “Green from theGrassroots,” thepoststressedthepriorityofamultifacetedapproachtocurbingemissions. “Decadesof researchdemonstratethat a variety of overlapping policiesat city, subnational, national andinternational levels is more likely tosucceedthansingle,overarching,bindingagreements,” Ostrom remarked. “Suchan evolutionary approach to policyprovidesessentialsafetynetsshouldoneormorepoliciesfail.Thegoodnewsisthatevolutionarypolicymakingisalreadyhappening organically. In the absenceof effective national and internationallegislationtocurbgreenhousegases,agrowingnumberofcityleadersareactingtoprotecttheircitizensandeconomies.” Shereportedthatevenintheabsenceoffederallymandatedemissionstargets,30 U.S. states have passed their ownclimateplansandmorethan900mayorssigned a climate protection agreementessentially agreeing to reach the Kyoto
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Br i t a Be l l i , the ed i tor o f E -TheEnvironmental Magazine, reports for NaturalAwakenings.
compelling international eco-initiatives
Germanyhascommittedtodrawing80percentofitselectricityfromrenewablesourcesby2050.
India’sBureauofEnergyEfficiencysignedanagreementwiththeEuropeanUniontoreduceitscarbonemissionsby77,000tonsinthenext3.5years.
Norwayhaspledged$140milliontoboostsustainableenergyinruralKenya,includingreplacingkerosenelampswithsolaralternatives.
Source: CloudOfCommitments.org
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Hike For KaTreenaMoniquePiliéofHike forKaTreenahadcompleted her 2,175-mileAppalachianTrailtrekinOctober2007,raising$30,000to replant trees around New Orleans.Sevenhundredtreeswereplanted,morethansheinitiallypledged.Shecontinuedraising money and acquiring donatedtrees as the organization grew and builta local volunteer base. In 2011, ConnieUddo,DirectorofSt.Paul’sHomecomingCenter,tookoverHikeforKaTreena,whichtodatehasplanted13,400treesandhasagoalof20,00 treesplanted inOrleansand surrounding parishes.Visit www.hikeforkatreena.org
My Spa By the ParkAfter20yearsaway,KatieCallia,returnedhomeafterHurricaneKatrinatoopenaspacalledMySpaByTheParkinLakeview,adevastatedarea.ByopeningafullservicedayspainSeptember2007,shehopedtohave a place for people “to escape andforgetabouttheirtroubles,”astheydealtwith the rebuilding of lives and homes.Thedayspaprovidesnailtherapy,massagetherapy, skincare therapy, yoga, a fullservice hair salon and a boutique. Call504-482-2219
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Phoenix RecyclingAfterhurricaneKatrina,noneoftheregion’smunicipalitiesofferedresidentialrecyclingservice. Phoenix Recycling came to therescue by offering recycling services toresidentialcustomersforasmallmonthlyfee. Phoenix had provided commercialrecycling services pre-Katrina, but sawthat thedemandforresidential recyclingin Orleans and other parishes had goneunmet for two years after Katrina. In2007 Steven O’Connor joined DavidMcDonoughatPhoenixRecycling,andsetuparesidentialprogramforthoseareas.BythetimetheCityofNewOrleanstookoverresidentialrecycling,Phoenixhaddivertedmorethan40millionpoundsofmaterialfromlandfills,whichsavedthecitycloseto$350,000,accordingMcDonough.Thecompany now focuses on commercialrecycling and has started a program torecycle glass for restaurants and bars,whichcurrentlyotherhaulersdonotoffer.
“I’d like to think we helped showleaders that citizens want recyclingand are willing to take an extra effortand expense to dispose of their wasteresponsibly,”McDonoughsaid.Visitwww.phoenixrecyclingnola.com
New Orleans BambooInspiredbyatriptoJapan,MikeWardlefthiscareeras a chef five years ago to start NewOrleans Bamboo. Initially opening onMagazine Street, New Orleans Bamboonow resides in theArt Egg Building onSouth Broad Street, where he continuesto supply bamboo products and otherrenewableandrecycledproducts.
At first,Ward “drew a hard line”to only sell bamboo and cork flooringbecause they are made with such arapidlyrenewablematerial,butthemarketchanged and he adapted by carryingother relatedproducts.Healsochangedhis business model. “We have movedfrommostlyresidentialandretailsalestowholesaleandresidentialsales.” Ward’snextendeavorisinrainwaterharvesting,forwhichhehas achieved accreditationwith the National Rainwater CatchmentAssociation.Callat504-486-0052
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InExchangeInExchangeisashopintheLevinBernickCenter, onTulane Universtiy campusthat offers fair trade merchandise. EricaTrani, founded the nonprofit and shopas a venue for highlighting artists andcraftsmen from New Orleans as well asothercountriesandcreatedcampus-wideandcommunityawarenessaboutthestoreand its mission to support the fair tradeeconomy.In2011KatieSchmidttookoveras director and transformed the shop tofeaturemore jewelry andclothingwhileformingpartnershipswithartistsandothersto educate the general public about fairtrade.InExchangehastakentheleadroleinorganizingafairtradefashionshowonOctober13aspartofNOLAFashionWeekandSchmidtisworkingwithinstructorstoincorporateelementsoffairtradeintotheTulanecurriculum.
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Danielle Paciera, NutritionistDanie l l e Pac ie ra ,alicensed nutritionist,opened her practiceon in early fall 2007.Fromhercurrentofficeon Prytania Street shetreatsherclientsthroughin t eg ra t ed nu t r i t i on ,a combination of diet-related remedies, mind-body treatments andfunctionalmedicine.Pacieralooksfortherootcausesofherclients’ailmentsand she advocates for a balance of thephysicalandnonphysical,sayingthattheyinteractandimpacteachother.Inthepastfiveyears Pacierahasbeencalledupontospeaktonationalgroups,includingtheAmericanCollegeHealthAssociation.Shecurrently is seeking collaborations withfunctionalmedicine-basedphysicianswhocould utilize her skills to help managetheirpatientsandisalsoworkingtowardscertificationtoteachIyengaryoga,whichshewilloffertoherclients.
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Green Light New OrleansGreen Light New Orleans, a nonprofitthat changes out light bulbs in homesfor free, has an impressive five-yearreport card: 8,376 volunteers and 15AmeriCorpsteamshavereplaced372,646incandescentbulbswithenergyefficientbulbs in 16,546 homes.This translatesto 146,822,524 kilowatt hours over the
lifetime of the bulbs, which equates toa savings of $17,141,716 and a carbondioxidereductionof166,572,762pounds.
The organization recently started aprogramcalledTiptheBlock,whichbringsenvironmentalresourcestospecificnine-square-blockneighborhoodsandmeasurestheirimpactovertime.“Thebiggerimpact,”Hoffman said, “is that we are creatingthe awareness among the volunteersand residents that each individual cancontribute to our future.”The formermusician,anativeofSwitzerland,saidtheorganization has 90,000 bulbs availableevery year.Anyone who is in need of achangeshouldcall504-324-2429oremailgreen@greenlightneworleans.org.
At five years, Natural Awakenings Southeast Louisiana distributes 20,000magazines per month to over 650 sitesthroughout Orleans, Jefferson and St.Tammany parishes. In partnership withLifeCityLLC,NaturalAwakeningsfoundedthe Gumbo Green Games in 2011, asustainable business competition, andlooking ahead, on October 12, 2013willhostthefirstNOLAHealthyLiving&Sustainability Expo at the PontchartrainCenterinKenner,Louisiana.
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directives and replaced the lost calorieswith healthy foods such as vegetables,rawnuts,meats, eggs, avocados, olivesandoliveoil returned threemonths laterwithlowerfastingbloodsugarsandlowerglycohemoglobin levels, which testshow well diabetes is being controlled.Some diabetics became non-diabeticsMinnesota-trained geneticist developedahybridizedstrainofhigh-yieldingdwarfwheat.By1985,allwheatproductsweremadefromthealtereddwarfstrain,whichnowcomprises99percentof allwheatgrownworldwide. By weight, this modern wheat isapproximately70percentcarbohydrate,inahighlydigestibleformofastarchknownasamylopectinA,whichconvertsmoreeasilytobloodsugarthannearlyallothersimpleor complex foodcarbohydrates.
Gram-for-gram, wheat increases bloodsugarandcauses insulinproblems toagreaterdegreethanevenpotatochipsortablesugar. Wheat, which now typical lycomprises20percentofallthecaloriesweconsume,isinhundredsofpreparedfoods such as instant soups, saladdressings, candy and granola. In 1970,thiswasn’ttrue.Wheatwasonlyinsuchfoodsasbread,rolls,cookiesandcake,anditwasinanaturalform.
How does a wheat-dominated diet compromise health?Eatingawheat-basedcerealforbreakfast,wheatcrackersandpretzelsforsnacks,twoslicesofwholewheatbreadforlunchandwholewheatpastafordinnerresultsin too much exposure to amylopectin
A, and repeated spikes in blood sugarlevels.Thisleadstoinsulinresistanceandcultivatesthegrowthofvisceralfatintheabdomen,whichtendstowarddiabetesandotherinflammatoryresponses. Even worse, the gliadin protein inwheatisanopiatethatstimulatesappetiteand addictive eating behavior (it doesnotrelievepain).Allthisplusthedirectintestinaltoxiceffectsofthewheatgermagglutinin protein in wheat add up toa destructive ingredient that spurs acidreflux,bowelurgencyandirritablebowelsyndrome,andleadstoinflammationinvariousorgans.
Describe how eliminating wheat has affected you.Thirtypoundsago,Iwasanenthusiasticconsumer of “healthy whole grains,”whoreliedonpotsofcoffeeorwalkingandotherexercisetomaintainfocusandenergy. My cholesterol values reflectedmy wheat-consuming habits: HDL 27mg/dl [milligrams per deciliter of goodcholesterol](verylow),triglycerides350mg/dl (very high), and blood sugars inthe diabetic range (161 mg/dl). I hadhighbloodpressureof150/90andexcessweightaroundmymiddle. Eliminating wheat from my dietreversedalloftheseconditionswithoutdrugs,includingthestruggletomaintainattentionandfocus.Overall,Ifeelbettertodayat54thanIfeltat30.
Are gluten-free foods the answer?Commercially produced gluten-freefoods made with tapioca, cornstarchor rice starch—all poor replacementsfor wheat—are destructive to the body.Homemadeorlocallymadegluten-freefoodsabsentsuchingredientsarebetter,as are the free recipes available viaWheatBellyBlog.com. Millet,quinoaandamaranth,wholegrains that lackmostof theundesirablepropertiesofmodernwheat,arebetterbutnotnecessarilysafeinunlimitedquantitiesbecause most people today have spenttheirlivesoverexposedtocarbohydrates.Eatingonlysmallportionsof thesenon-wheatgrainsiskey.
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Common Types of MangeVarious typesofmange share commonsymptoms: In infected areas, hair loss,redness, itching, irritation and scabstypically occur; more seriously, a pet’sskinmayhardentoascalycondition.Ifuntreated,mangecantransformadog’sskin into an uncomfortable, leatheryand brittle organ. Stay alert to suchappearancesandactquickly. Sarcopticscabiesmangeresultsfrommicroscopic,oval-shaped, light-coloredmitesthatmigrateeasilybetweenhosts.Prime real estate includes a pet’s ears,elbows,thighs,faceandundersideofthechest.Symptoms includesevere itchingand scratching that creates red bumpsamidst crusty, thick skin, weight loss,lethargy and swollen lymph nodes. Ittakesaboutoneweekafterapethasbeenexposedtothemforsymptomstoappear.Unlike demodectic mange, sarcopticmange can be transmitted to humans,causingaredrashsimilartoaninsectbite. Pets that suffer from demodecticmangetypicallyalreadyhaveaweakenedor compromised immune system,sometimesbecauseof immaturity (suchas puppies), malnourishment, stressassociatedwith another illness, or even
ahereditary issue.Underamicroscope,demodex mites appear cigar-shaped.Common symptoms include hair loss,balding, scabbing and sores. Dogs aremoresusceptibletobothtypesthancats. Localizeddemodecticmangeusuallyoccurs in puppies when mites migratefrommothertopupduringearlynurturing.Inpuppies,themangeoftenappearsontheface,creatingapatchy,polka-dotted,baldingappearance.Generally,petswillheal from this type of mange withouttreatment. Generalized demodecticmange presents a greater challenge,becauseitisspreadacrosslargeareasoftheskin.Thepetmayemitahorridodorfromsecondarybacterialskininfections.
Diagnosis and TreatmentIfapetshowssymptomsofmange,consultaholisticveterinarianforproperdiagnosisandtreatment.Oncediagnosed,itisvitalto implementa full treatment.Forcasesofsarcopticmange,thisentailsreplacingthepet’sbeddingandcollar,plustreatingallanimalswithwhichthepethasbeenincontact.
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Conventionaltreatmentoptionsvary.Theirritatingtoxicityofmostantiparasiticmedications, such as ivermectin orselamectin-basedproducts,makesthemeffectiveindestroyingmitesoverseveralmonths but also creates problems forthe pet if used improperly.Thus, a vetmayalsoprescribeananti-inflammatorymedication; a natural option is plant-derived sterols such as beta-sitosterol,which acts like a cortisone steroid,without the immune-suppressing sideeffects. Antibioticsalsoareoftenprescribedtotreatthesecondaryskininfectionsandease itching.Natural antibiotics suchasamoxicillin/clavulanateofferamoregentlechoicethansynthetics. Natural herbal ingredients furtherprovide a safe and effective alternativeto harsh chemicals. Garlic is popularforitsnaturalrepellentandantibacterialproperties. Other natural insecticides,including wormwood, neem andlemongrass,helpsootheirritatedskin.A holistic veterinarian will addressthe underlying causes of poor health,especially in the case of demodecticmange.Keyelementsinrestoringoptimalwellness include proper nutrition via awell-crafted natural diet and immune-boostingprobiotics,plussupplementstomeettheindividualpet’sneeds. Fromaholisticstandpoint,bolsteringthe immune system with vitamins (likevitaminCandgeneralskinandimmune-supportivepetnutraceuticals)andherbs(suchas Astragalus)help.Supplementingthepet’sdietwithfoodsorsupplementshighinomega-3andomega-6alsohelps;sources of both include salmon andflaxseed. As with other types of parasiticdiseases,itiscriticalthattheownercomplywithaveterinarian’streatmentinstructions.If the pet is prescribed an antiparasiticmedication for 90 days, for example,use it for theentireperiod, regardlessofimprovements.An incomplete treatmentmayinterruptthemite’slifecyclebutfailtosufficientlydestroytheentirepopulationtopreventre-infestation.
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mONdaY, OcTOBER 1Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. (also 10/5, 10/12). 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, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Ordering from the Cosmic Kitchen – 7-9pm. Facili-tated by Carolee Laffoon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Buech. Learn how to effectively place your orders with the Cosmic Kitchen and use Law of Attraction to create what you want in your life. Free, pre-registration required. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. More Info: 225-302-7828.
TUESdaY, OcTOBER 2Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. (also 10/11). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Writing for Wellness – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn and practice different writing processes from popular writing books such as “Writing as a Way of Healing” by Louise DeSalvo. Facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coaches Carolee Laffoon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Free, pre-registration required. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. More Info: 225-302-7828.
La Leche League Meeting/New Orleans – 7-8pm. LLL of New Orleans has been reactivated. Meets first Tuesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, and benefit from a community of breastfeeding moth-ers. Free. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St, NOLA. More Info: Courtney Landry, [email protected].
wEdNESdaY, OcTOBER 3Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 10/10, 10/17. 10/19). 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, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. (also 10/9, 10/16). 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, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
La Leche League Meeting/Jefferson – 6:30-7:30pm. LLL of Jefferson meets first Wednesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, and benefit from a community of breastfeeding mothers. Free. Destination Materni-ty Meeting Rm, Causeway & 17th St, Metairie. More Info: 504-952-3951 or [email protected] Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 7-8pm. Open House /Open Forum (3). Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
Solar Roundtable – 7pm. Solar roundtable sponsored by Green Grants Solar Co. Information will be presented on the impact of installing solar panels on insurance. Alliance for Affordable Energy offices, 3rd fl of the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-208-9761.
ThURSdaY, OcTOBER 4Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. (also 10/18). 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, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Love Yourself, Achieve Your Dreams – 6:30-8:30pm. Facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coaches Carolee Laf-foon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Focus on 10 Ways to Love Yourself by Louise Hay. Improve ev-ery area of your life. Free, pre-registration required. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. More Info: 225-302-7828.
Tai Chi Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 10/3. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
SaTURdaY, OcTOBER 6Oneness Awakening Course – 9am-6pm. (also 10/7). Learn to transfer the gift and process of awakening by becoming a Oneness Blessing Giver. Initiation in-cludes sacred processes to move beyond limitations of the mind. $195 More Info Visit: sara@oneness neworleans.com.
Bee Informed – 10am. Beekeeper Ralph Roshto will explain the habits of bees and show them in action in his traveling observation beehive. $5. Space limited. Northlake Nature Center, Hwy 190, across from Fontainbleau State Park. Info: 985-626-1238 or [email protected].
Mind-Body Skills for Stress Reduction and Heal-ing – 10am-noon. Learn to use simple skills to reduce and relieve stress, increase resistance to disease, create optimal health. Facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coaches Carolee Laffoon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Free, pre-registration required. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. More Info: 225-302-7828.
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 (two days workshop). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pel-legrin. 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 text 504-388-2356.
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.
Achieve Your Goals thru Relaxation – 1-3pm. With Brooke. $30. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. More Info: 504-484-9579.
The Inside Out Cleanse – 2-5pm. 10 day cleanse to restore health and vitality to your mind, body, and home. Kickoff Meeting on 10/6 will introduce yoga practice to assist cleansing process. Cleanse 10/8 - 10/17. Hosted by Michelle Tanner Gruntz, CHHC and Becky Bazile, Yoga Teacher. More Info: [email protected] or 504-655-6010.
SUNdaY, OcTOBER 7Community Donation Yoga Class – 10-11:15am. Donations are given to a Kiva loan recipient chosen by Transform NOLA community. “Like” Transform NOLA on Facebook to vote for a person to receive the donation. Discover how the intention to give can transform your practice. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA.
New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – noon. Officers meeting, 1pm Chapter Convocation Rehearsal, 2pm Chapter Convocation Ritual, 3pm Pot Luck Luncheon. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Ken-ner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
10-Day Body & Living Space Cleanse – 2-6pm. Kickoff meeting with Michelle Tanner, Holistic Health Counselor and Becky Bazile, Yoga Teacher. Cleanse Body Clutter and Living Space Clutter from 10/8-10/17. Participants receive food guide, home cleaning suggestions, journal pages, sup-port throughout, yoga practice to support cleanse. $150. Info: 504-655-6010 or [email protected].
mONdaY, OcTOBER 8Gentle Yoga – 6-7pm, 7:05-8:10pm, 8:15-9:30pm. New Session begins Oct 8th with Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-week ongoing sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].
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TUESdaY, OcTOBER 9Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. 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.
Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Metairie – 6:30-7:30pm. Sponsored by Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. Jeff Teachworth will speak on The Art of Evolved Relationship. Free, open to the public. Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd. Info: [email protected].
wEdNESdaY, OcTOBER 10Chair Yoga & Gentle Flow – 5-6pm Chair Yoga, 6:30-7:30pm Gentle Flow. With Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-week ongoing sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. Chair Yoga ($45/session for Senior Adult) $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Vil-lage Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Reg-ister: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].
Harrison Avenue Marketplace – 5-8:30pm. Features 75 local vendors, food and music. Presented by the Beacon of Hope Resource Center. 801 Harrison Ave, parking lot of Lakeview Grocery.
ThURSdaY, OcTOBER 11Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 10/10. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
Illuminate Together – 9-11am. Monthly gathering, on the second Thursday, for Spirit centered entrepre-neurs to connect with other like-minded individu-als, share and learn as well as create new business together. For details contact Michelle at [email protected]
Monthly Sustainability Series – 5:30-7pm. Spon-sored by Global Green, AIA and USGBC, a monthly panel presentation and discussion series on issues of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Location: AIA New Orleans, 1000 St. Charles Ave., NOLA. Info: 504-525-8320.
You Can Heal Your Life: Movie and Discussion – 6:30-9pm. Learn how Louise Hay changed the life of millions with simple messages that we all have the power to heal ourselves. Facilitated by Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Pre-registration required. $10 Fee, snacks provided. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. More Info: [email protected].
FRIdaY, OcTOBER 12Wisdom and Wellness Fair – 9am-2pm. Opportuni-ties to enrich fitness, wellbeing, diet and nutrition, disease prevention and healthy aging for all ages. Hourly door prizes. Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, 5600 Gen De Gaulle Dr, NOLA. For Info: 504-304-5440.
You Can Heal Your Life: The Movie & Discussion – 6:30-9pm. Learn how Louise Hay changed her life of millions with her simple message that we all have power to heal ourselves. Snacks included. $10. Facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coach Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Email: [email protected].
C.G. Jung Society Meeting – 7:30pm. “Opening Our Eyes to Psyche’s Work: Mandalas and Active Imagination” presented by Jutta von Buchholtz, PhD. An exploration of what is experienced when we allow a descent into an image. 1.5 CE hrs for LPCs. $10 (members free). Parker Methodist, 1130 Nashville Ave.
Advanced Myofascial Deep Tissue Certification 1 – (also 10/13 &10/14). Level 1 Certification with Magnus Eklund Structural Integrator, Louisiana LAP 122, MAP 29, NCBTMB 450063-06. 25 CE hours. Swan River Yoga, New Orleans. More Info: 601-500-0337.
SaTURdaY, OcTOBER 13Gretna Art Walk – 8:30am-12:30pm. Art walk returns for fall season with more than 80 artists and craft vendors. 2nd Sat each month. 6th St. at Huey P. Long Ave., Downtown Gretna.
Saturday Morning Massage Clinics – 9:15am & 10:30am (also 10/20). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep Tissue 10/13, NMT 10/20. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Raphael Academy Open House – 10am -noon. For middle and high school-aged students with autism spectrum disorder & other learning disabilities. Parents and caregivers only. 517 Soraparu Street, Suite 202, NOLA. Please RSVP: 504-598-3227 or [email protected]
Shamanic Visioning – 10am-1pm. Explore shamanic techniques to create a future that aligns to your passions and dreams. Energy work, journeying, movement, drumming. $30. New Orleans Healing Center – AHA, 2372 St. Claude Ave. More Info: Rebecca Green, Shamanic Practitioner 408-540-8627 or [email protected].
Backyard and Winged Wildlife – 10am. Master Gardener Kathy McCrocklin teaches the best support plants for butterflies and hummingbirds in urban set-tings. Available at the greenhouse: trees and shrubs that attract and host birds and butterflies. Open 9am-Noon. Parkway Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA.
OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local arts & crafts, food, fresh juices and veggie foods from Tsai. 2nd Sat each month. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA.
The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Art market featuring painting, photography, wood working, pottery, and jewelry along the Tchefuncta River on Water St. in Old Madisonville. Free. Info: 985-624-7216.
Art In Motion – 10am-10pm. Indoor market featur-ing art, crafts and fashion made by local artists. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave. Info: [email protected].
SUNdaY, OcTOBER 14New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 2pm. Open House /Council of Solace Ritual Members and Friends invited (2,5,8), 3pm Open Forum. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
Bayou Jam Fall Concert Series – 5:30-7:30pm. (also 10/28) Bring family and friends, picnic blankets and lawn chairs for Slidell’s popular concert series in Heritage Park, Slidell. Free.
mONdaY, OcTOBER 15Second 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 residential retreat information call 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text.
TUESdaY, OcTOBER 16La Leche League Meeting – 10:15-11:15am. LLL of Jefferson meets third Tuesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, and benefit from a community of breastfeeding mothers. Free. Destination Mater-nity Meeting Rm, Corner of Causeway & 17th St, Metairie. More Info: 504-952-3951 or [email protected].
Tai Chi Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the qual-ity of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 10/15. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
wEdNESdaY, OcTOBER 17Fall Karate Registration – New Fall Karate Pro-grams for Teens and Children. Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. Enroll in our Anti-Bullying Program. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
ThURSdaY, OcTOBER 18Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. Dr. Lisa Chambers Pate, a Naturopathic Physician will speak on, “The Path to Wellness is in Your Hands,” discussion follows. Free/open to public. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Info: 985-630-2652.
FRIdaY, OcTOBER 19 Fall Karate Registration – New Fall Karate Pro-grams for Teens and Children. Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. Enroll in our Anti-Bullying Program. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
SaTURdaY, OcTOBER 20Heal Your Life Workshop – 9:30-5pm. Based on the work of Louise L. Hay. Uncover the mindset that limits success in your relationships, career and spiri-tual paths. Facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coaches Carolee Laffoon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Pre-registration required. $99/person, $20 discount if pre-registered by 10/13. Info: 225-302-7828.
Anba Dlo Festival – Bywater’s largest annual fes-tival. Day long community celebration to kick start the Halloween season. Includes informative panels/lectures on water conservation noon-4pm; costume parade 5:30-7pm; live music, food, art costume contest with prizes and silent auction 7pm-2am. Tickets: $20 advance/$25 at door, $45 for Lasiren’s VIP lounge. Advance tickets at Salvation Botanica (cash only), New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave. or online.
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ongoingeventsSUNdaY, OcTOBER 21New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am TMO Home Oratory Study Group Meet-ing, 12:30pm Harmonization Ritual, 1pm Pronaos Convocation Rehearsal, 2pm Pronaos Convocation Ritual. Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-563.
The Big Easy Gluten/Allergen Free Expo – 11am-4pm. Bring a non-perishable gluten free item to donate & get $2.00 off admission. Admission $10, children under 12 free. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 Saint Claude Ave. NOLA. More Info: [email protected]
TUESdaY, OcTOBER 23Ideal 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.
FRIdaY, OcTOBER 26Tea Tasting/Bodhisattva Tea Spa – 7-11pm. Taste the teas at this new tea boutique and spa. Offering whole leaf teas, herbs and tea accessories as well as massage therapy, infrared sauna, esthetics, ayurveda treatments, yoga, reiki, tai chi and qi gong. Tea Tast-ing Free. 3021 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie. More Info: 504-888-9299.
SUNdaY, OcTOBER 28New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 2pm Open House (2,9,10), 3pm Council of Solace Ritual (2,5,8). Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
Candlelight Meditation & Restorative Yoga – 7-8:30pm. Appropriate for all levels. Brief explana-tion of meditation techniques followed by a sitting meditation, then a restorative yoga practice designed to help you begin the weekend with a smile. Trans-form NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA.
SaTURdaY, NOvEmBER 3Giving Birth Naturally – 9-11am. 5 week class taught by Erin Majorie, CCBE, Doula. Saturdays, starting Nov 3 to Dec 8th (no class 11/24). Tulane Lakeside Hospital, 4720 I-10 Service Rd, Medical office Building, Ste #200. Info/Reg: 713-301-0882.
sundayDaily Kundalini Yoga by Donation – 9am. Also daily 5am practice and 5pm meditation. Kundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. Clear the obstacles that limit life and awaken to fullest potential. Free. Divine Yoga, 1223 Baronne St and 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected].
Enlightenment Meditation & Healing Hour – 9-10am. A non-traditional guided spiritual connec-tion. No dogma. Free. Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA of Powerpath Academy. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.
Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call (504) 920-1800.
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 for times.
Oneness Blessings – 7pm. (also Wed 7:30 and Thurs 6:30 – different locations). Experience a life changing sacred energy transfer for spiritual awak-ening called the Oneness Blessing beginning with a guided meditation. Donations accepted. Divine Yoga, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Visit: sara@oneness neworleans.com.
mondayEarly Bird Power Yoga & Pilates Mat. – 5:45am. Private Pilates Reformer & yoga instruction avail-able. M-F half price. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St., Metairie. Info: 504-484-9579.
Guided 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.
All 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.
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, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersec-tion) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].
Hanna Somatics class – 7-8pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Bring mat & towel to Our Place Fitness, 338 N. Vermont in downtown Covington. $20. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.
Yoga Diva in Harahan – 7-8pm. (also Wed 5:15). Stretch, flow, breathe and focus to awaken your inner goddess. $15 drop-in or $60/5 classes. All levels, beginners welcome. 5700 Citrus Blvd, upstairs in Curves of Elmwood. For info: Karen 504-220-5325.
tuesdayGentle Yoga for Injured, Limited & Seniors – 8am. (Tue & Thur) $5. Namaste Of Metairie. 4413 Chas-tant St., Metairie LA 70006. Call 504.484.9579 for more information.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 9-10:15 am. Designed to open all the lines of the body, moving from simple to com-plex movements. You will leave feeling refreshed and renewed. Appropriate for all levels -- beginners welcome! Also held on Thursday. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., 985-640-2648.
Crescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 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.
Northshore 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, Knowledge & Sharing – 6:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. The New Orleans Healing Center, 2732 St. Claude Ave (4th Floor). Info: Call Allen 504-247-6692.
Self –Empowerment & Creativity Class – 7-9pm. 4 weeks starting Oct 9. PA 101: “The Most Powerful Process to Empower You: Love Letters of Transfor-mation, The Path to Your Ultimate Power, Creativity, Self Confidence, & a Happier Life.” Love donation. Mike Wittenbrink, MBA, Powerpath Academy. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave., NOLA, info: 504-339-0594.
Note: All Calendar events must be received via email by October 9 for the November issue. $10/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Qualified free community events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.
keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.
~Helen Keller
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thursdayCrescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 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 – 6-7pm. Release, renew, and realize with relaxing, flowing movements to release tension in the body and to calm the mind. All levels. $15/class. 4436 Toulouse. For info and to register: 504-220-5325.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 empha-sizes the practice of connecting breath and motion in a fluid style of movement. Flow-Waves classes include sequences from Kali Ray Tri-Yoga with a strong emphasis on wavelike spinal movement. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or [email protected] 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] of New Orleans – 7-8:15pm. The martial art of power and movement. Free introductory class for adults. 2134 Magazine St., 3d fl., New Orleans. Info: [email protected] or 504-561-0123.
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.Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 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.
Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. (also 10am-2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Cov-ington 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.
Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call (504) 920-1800.
Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. (also 10am-2pm Sundays & noon-6pm Tues). 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. New location at 3819 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-872-9214 or [email protected].
Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 10am.-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.
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.
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.
Insight Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. (also 7:30-8:30am Fridays) Meditation practice, study 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.
Hanna Somatics Class – 2-3pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Wear loose clothing that allows for movement. EJGH Wellness Center, 3726 Houma Blvd. $10/nonmembers. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.
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, 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, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersec-tion) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].
Meditation & 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].
Kundalini Yoga w/ Steph – 7:30-9pm. By donation! Come relax into the yoga of pure awareness. Expand into yourself. Heal from within. Divine Yoga Cen-ter: 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected].
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acUPUNcTURE
AcupuncTure in nolA communiTy clinic3624 magazine st., new orleans504-224-1069acupunctureinnola.com
See ad on page 11.
kelly kiviko, AcAlouisiana lic.# aca.200012530 e. rutland st., covington985-869-3299
Acupuncture Works! It is a safe, drug-free approach to managing many common health concerns. Specializing in herbal medicine, pain, stress, women’s health, and more.
TonyA TiGArT, AcAla lic.# aca.2000323624 magazine st., new orleans504-224-1069acupunctureinnola.com
Acupuncture is gentle and effective. Tonya offers Acupuncture and Orien-tal medicine in a relaxing environ-ment. She is experienced in the treat-ment of pain, stress and allergies, plus many more conditions. Call to schedule an appointment.
addIcTION TREaTmENT
AddicTion recovery resources, inc.4933 wabash st., metairie504-780-2766arrno.org
Louisiana ’s leading private addiction treatment facility, providing effective care for adults struggling with addic-
tive disorders. Our individualized programs ad-dress the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimen-sions of addictive disease, including co-occurring disorders. See ad on page 22.
aNImaL hOLISTIc mEdIcINE
JAnice e. posey, dvm315 lee ln., ste. 104, covington985-898-3623/504-466-9129
Offering a holistic, integrative ap-proach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medi-cine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 34.
BOdYwORk
AvivA mAssAGe & BodyWork spAlinda l. strickland, ba, cht, rm, lmt601 lafitte st., mandeville985-727-9665
Discover the difference & feel the peace through massage/bodywork, select spa services & energy work. Integrative, in-tuitive, customized approach. Aromatherapy at all sessions.
LA 1479;E2445. See ad on page 31.
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.
life somATicsdanny [email protected]
Somatics, an all natural way to eliminate pain, repair injury and improve sports performance through gentle, slow move-ments. Danny is a Somatic Edu-cator trained in the tradition of
Thomas Hanna. Northshore and Southshore ap-pointments available. See ad on page 24.
Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email [email protected] to request our media kit.
communityresourceguide
mArrAkesh mAssAGeZev attias, la lic. #[email protected]
We offer a variety of manual thera-pies in a luxurious and relaxing am-biance in our convenient Metairie location. See ad on page 31.
peAceful BeGinninGs for youletrice barber-hayes, la lic#5335-01kimberly burrell, la lic#5460-012601 n. hullen ste. 241, metairie504-267-4662peacefulbeginningsForYou.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 5.
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.
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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 22.
BREaThwORk
JAck AnThony fonTAnAbreathing coach 3200 lake villa dr., metairie 504-453-9161JackFontana.com
Let me guide you through a breathing experience that can release stress, fear, suppression, anxiety and create a space of healing, acceptance and physical and emotional well being. Come Breathe, Relax and Let Go! Unique session for caregivers.
chI machINE
Joffrion 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! See ad onpage 36
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 26.
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 7.
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 22.
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 9.
daY SPa
plAneT BeAch conTempo spA riverBend701 dante street, new orleans504-865-8266planetbeach.com
Be rejuve-nated with our wellness services; a
fully automated spa services without the need of an attendant. Select from weight management treat-ments, full body skincare treatments, relaxation needs, detoxification treatments, and overall health treatments. See ad on page 7.
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 25.
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 33.
dERmaTOLOgY
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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 2.
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ENERgY PSYchOLOgY
mArylou smiThenergy psychology & couples mediation [email protected]
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.
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A results oriented approach to growth & healing that is designed to restore balance & harmony to body, mind and emotions. Marylou also guides couples in conflict to peace through the gentle process of sacred media-tion. See ad on page 32.
ENERgY/ENvIRONmENT advOcacY
AlliAnce for AffordABle enerGy2372 st. claude ave., nola504-208-9761all4energy.org
The Alliance for Afford-able Energy is a nonprofit that advocates for fair, af-fordable, environmentally
responsible, community-based en-ergy policies for Louisiana and the nation. Founded in 1985, the Alliance watchdogs Louisiana’s regu-latory bodies and Utility companies. See ad on page 8.
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 13.
FITNESS
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All In – a whole health fitness stu-dio! Exercise: personal training, running plans, group exercise classes. Eat: get a nutrition plan from our fitness nutrition special-ist or schedule a medical nutrition therapy session with our regis-
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