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15 things to do on 3/28/2008

02.14-03.31 9am-4pm
Library Exhibit: The Language of Flowers
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org
Charming examples of the Victorian fascination with floral symbolism are featured in this exhibit, which opens on Valentine’s Day. A free library talk, “Is a Rose Just a Rose? Decoding the Language of Flowers,” will be given on Saturday, March 8 at 2 p.m. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday hours are from noon to 4 p.m. Closed holidays.

03.01-03.30
Study Tai Chi with China’s Champions
1511 West Fullerton, near Ashland, Chicago
773.327.4710
Free Introduction. Master Song has won national championships university trained. Tai Chi relieves stress, improves energy and transforms habits. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

03.01-05.31 9am-5pm
George Washington Carver Exhibit
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
312.922.9410
www.fieldmuseum.org
Born into slavery, George Washington Carver became a trail-blazing scientist whose experiments with plants laid the groundwork for today’s research on plant-based fuels, medicines, and everyday products. A true humanitarian, his extraordinary persistence and compassion nourished a lifelong mission to bring practical knowledge to those in need.

03.02-03.30 2:30-4:30pm
Creative Health Institute
112 W. Union City RdUnion City, Michigan 49094
517.278.6260
www.creativehealthinstiute.com
wheatgrassnina at aol.com
Join us for a Luscious Raw Gourmet Buffet and Open House. Donation.

03.22-05.08 10am-5pm
Fair Game
Estudiotres
5205 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL. 60640
www.estudiotres.com
kristen at graceprgroup.com
Fair Game focuses on six phenomenal artists with ties to Chicago, who work with concepts, materials and images lifted from contemporary culture in creating the artwork. Fair Game features the work of– Debbie Carlos, Chris Lin, Jeoren Nelemans, Ryan Swanson, Lindsay Packer and Amy Honchell. Monday through Friday, Saturday and Sunday by appointment

03.25-05.27 6:30-8pm
Ballet In french-Intermediate
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
www.af-Chicago.org
info at af-Chicago.org
Perfect your stretches, first position, second position and arabesques!

03.26-03.31
Healthcare Garden Design Certificate of Merit Program
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.8293
www.chicagobotanic.org/school
In this professional development program, architects, garden designers, healthcare administrators, program directors, facility managers and medical practitioners learn how gardens provide verifiable health benefits for patients, clients, staff and visitors.

03.26-05.14 7-8:30pm
Creating Space; Clarity and Insight through Meditation
Family Health Resources, 1342 W. Belmont, Chicago
773.784.5460
www.jewelheart.org/chapters/chicago/chicago.html
chicago at jewelheart.org
This course provides instruction in the basic elements of meditation – breathing, posture, stabilizing the mind, and establishing a daily practice. Wednesdays.

03.28 7pm
RampFest 2008
Prairie Production
1314 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60607
847.570.0701
www.thelandconnection.org
info at thelandconnection.org
The Land Connection is holding their annual gala, including chefs’ tastings, music, and auctions! Call for details. Tickets: $75-$120.

03.28 7-8pm
Healing Power of Gong & Mantra
Fine Arts Building Suite 514
410 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
312.922.4699
www.ShaktaKaur.com
info at shaktakaur.com
Come experience the vibrational healing power of the Gong and Mantra in a special one-hour session with Shakta!

03.28 7:30pm
Celebrate Spring: Peruvian Shaman, Mexika Ceremonial Dancers, Gratitude
1925 West Thome
Chicago, Il 60660 (1 long block south of Devon, one block west of Ridge--free parking lot in the rear).
773.764.7725
www.spiritwilling.net
happyjennie at hotmail.com
The Ancient Prophecy of the Condor and the Eagle, held by Native Americans tribes throughout this continent comes alive! Dynamic Mexika Traditional Ceremonial Dancers salute the four directions. A Peruvian shaman creates a beautiful ancient Incan ceremony. A ritual of gratitude to the Native American people. Music, dance, more. $20 donation.

03.28 7pm
Garfield Park Conservatory presents: Fleurotica
300 N. Central Park Ave.
Chicago, IL 60624
773.638.1766 x13
www.garfield-conservatory.org
smorris at mnjpr.com
This botanical fashion show treats guests to a variety of artistic floral interpretations in various pieces of clothing all made from flowers, plants and leaves. The runway soiree is a collaborative event between the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance, Chicago-area florists and students from the Art Institute of Chicago Millinery Department.

03.28-05.30 9:15-10am
Pilates in French
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
www.af-chicago.org
info at af-chicago.org
This workshop will offer a new and effective way to broaden the ability to speak and think in French!

03.28-05.30 10-11am
Yoga In French
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
www.af-Chicago.org
info at af-Chicago.org
In Hatha yoga, the body undergoes a transformation through purification and physical strengthening.

Last Friday of the Every Month 7pm
Gong Bath
Moonwillow Tai Chi
135 Beardsley, Suite B
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.477.2829
moonwillowtaichi.com
gongspirit at yahoo.com
Join us for a vibrational sound healing experience like no other.
$20 pre-registered.

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