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178 things to do in April03.01-05.31 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.
Thursdays 5-7pm
Community Style Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture
Allyu Spa
600 West Chicago Ave, Riverwalk
Chicago, Il 60610
(Enter on Larrabee at Riverwalk entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com/
info at allyuspa.com
The five points needled on each ear tap into the central nervous system, harmonizing the spirit, mind, and body to promote deep relaxation and alleviate stress. Cost is $25. For more info check out our website.
Tuesdays 10-11:30am
Homeschool Environmental Science
2024 Mccormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
An educational, interactive hands-on experience to fulfill science and nature requirements for home-schooled children. Each week focuses on a different scientific discipline. Ages 9-12. Registration required: $60 per child
Wednesdays 1-2:30am
Home School Environmental Science
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
An educational, interactive hands-on experience to fulfill science and nature requirements for home-schooled children. Each week focuses on a different scientific discipline. Ages 6-8. Registration required: $60 per child
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!
03.26-05.14 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.
03.28-05.30 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.
03.29-05.31 10:30am-12pm
Ballet In french-Beginners
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!
04.01 9-10:15am
Chinese Hand Therapy
Iowa Community Centre
338 North Iowa Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
630.834.8970
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Learn how to prevent carpal tunnel, repetitive strain, tendonitis, arthritis, rheumatism, stress and Alzheimer’s. Discover relaxation and stress reduction.
04.01 10:30am
Stories to Grow On
3020 N. Lincoln Ave.
773.281.8140
www.icanflourish.com
joanna at icanflourish.com
FREE Each day a member of our staff will be reading one of our books that both entertain and teach children good values. Lessons to Learn: good behavior, self-esteem, being true to yourself, bullying, safety, healthy eating, understanding differences, feelings and emotions, and more! Mondays and Thursdays.
04.01-04.30
25th Veggie Anniversary
Chicago Diner
3411 North Halsted,
Chicago
773.935.6696
veggiediner.com
chicagodiner at sbcglobal.net
“Meat Free since ’83”, The Chicago Diner is celebrating its 25th Anniversary of delicious vegetarian & vegan dining. One of the country’s most reknown vegetarian restaurants, having won numerous Best Of & Readers Choice Awards from AOL Cityguide, Citysearch.com, Vegnews Magazine & TimeOut Chicago will be featuring Anniversary Specials in April.
04.01-04.30
Whiskey’s Environmental Awareness Campaign
Whiskey Blue, 172 W. Adams St.
Chicago, 312-782-4933; Whiskey Sky, 644 N. Lakeshore Dr., Chicago, 312-255-4463; and Whiskey Mexx Kitchen, 1015 Rush St., Chicago, 312-475-0300.
daphne at pralliance.net
Patrons of Chicago’s Whiskey bars are invited to participate in Live It Green’s tree planting program by ordering the signature “Treetini” cocktail at any location. For each “Treetini” sold, a tree is planted in Tamil Nadu, India where there is a dire need for reforestation.
04.01-05.06 11:15am-12:30pm
Mama & Baby Belly Dancing
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Learn Belly Dancing while wearing your baby! You’ll learn an ancient art form that is also a great postpartum workout. Tuesdays.
04.02-04.08
Yoga & Nature Retreat
Yelapa, Mexico
renewyourspirit.blogspot.com/
caitlinyoga at gmail.com
Join us in the beautiful, rustic seaside village of Yelapa for 6 days of yoga, massage, jungle hikes, swimming in the warm ocean & under waterfalls, medicinal herb walks with the local shaman, delicious & healthy meals, and much more!
See website for more info.
04.03 7pm
Satsang with Pamela Wilson
Quaker House
5615 S. Woodlawn Ave.
Chicago, IL
acircleoflove.org/pamela.html
kevin at acircleoflove.org
Join Pamela in a gathering of lovers of truth, an investigation of being, with questions, comments and silence.
04.03 5:30-9pm
ArtFutura 2008 Closing Night Award Party
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington St.
Chicago, IL
312.238.1253
www.associateboard.org
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Associate Board’s juried art exhibit to benefit art therapy. Closing party tickets are $50 in advance.
Thursdays 7:45-9:30pm
Empowerment Night for Teens and Young Adults!
Chicago Dahn Yoga Center
6252 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago
(773)539-4467
www.dahnyoga.com
jrand5 at hotmail.com
Learn Energy Healing Martial Arts, and Meditation in a group setting to gain confidence have fun, and meet like minded individuals. JOIN US for FREE!
Four consecutive Thursdays, beginning April 3. 7-8pm
Meditations & Guided Visualizations
Craniosacral BioDynamics of Evanston
725 Washington
Evanston
847.328.8433
www.craniosacralevanston.com
info at craniosacralevanston.com
In many biodynamic craniosacral therapy classes, we do guided meditations to orient to the next piece of learning. In that manner, these meditations will be tools for self-awareness and self-regulation. Slow your tempo, settle toward stillness and explore your inner landscape. Four consecutive Thursdays - $50.
04.04 7pm
Earth and Cosmos as One Organism
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Biodynamic lecturer and farmer Manfredd Klett will help us engage in a living picture of farm and earth. Please pre-register.
Program Fee: $10
04.04 7-8pm
Protecting Your Energy Field
Alchemy Arts
1203 W Bryn Mawr
Chicago IL
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Learn about self-care for your personal energy field through visualization, crystals, and more in this one-hour lecture. FREE.
04.04 7-8:30pm
JourneyDance Workshop
Pineapple Dance Studio, 7510 W. Madison St., Forest Park.
773.484.3533
www.miriams-dance.com
micki at miriams-dance.com
No prior dance training is necessary for this joyously expressive experience that combines guided sequences and visualizations with improvisational movement. You’ll access your chakra energy, intuition, and creativity as you move to the world beat music. $25. Pre-registration required.
04.04 10:30pm-12am
Midnight Yoga
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Join us for an invigorating candlelight yoga class accompanied by great live music.
04.04 7pm
Documentary Film: King Corn
North Shore Unitarian Church
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield, IL
847.234.2460
www.nsuc.org
office at nsuc.org
Inspired by The Omnivore’s Dilemma, two friends move to Iowa and, with the help of local farmers, genetically modified seeds, and powerful herbicides, grow a bumper corn crop. When they follow their corn into the food system, what they learn raises troubling questions about how we eat-and how we farm.
04.04 6:30-9:30pm
Learn EFT
Angels Among Us
7112 W. 171st St.
Tinley Park, IL
708.444.8335
www.AngelsAmongUsOnline.com
AngelsAmongUs2007 at sbcglobal.net
Experience EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)to reduce stress,anxiety, grief, fears, depression and many other emotional issues.
04.04 7-10pm
The Namesake: Viewing and Discussion
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Viewing of “The Namesake” based on Jhumpa Lahiri’s novel will be followed by a discussion with Jackie Mattfeld, Ph.D. and Cate Rondenet, LCSW.
04.04-04.06
Satsang with Pamela Wilson
Lake Side Cafe
1418 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL
acircleoflove.org/pamela.html
kevin at acircleoflove.org
Join Pamela in a gathering of lovers of truth, an investigation of being, with questions, comments and silence.
04.04-04.07
The Moses Code Release at Unity of Chicago
www.themosescode.com
310.454.8933
www.themosescode.com
info at themosescode.com
The Director of “The Secret” is pleased to announce “The Moses Code”, opening on the weekend of April 5, 2008. “The Moses Code” is a powerful film bringing together some of the best-known spiritual leaders of our time. The Unity of Chicago will be hosting an event.
04.05 1-5pm
Farm Dreams
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Assessing Risks & Resources to Start a Small Farm or Market Garden. Come learn about types of sustainable farming careers and take part in a series of self-assessments. Please pre-register. $50
04.05 9am-12pm
Biodynamic Compost Preparations
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Discover the fascinating life of bees, see urban beehives, and prepare to start a hive of your own. Please pre-register.
$50
04.05 1-3pm
Crystals and the Chakras: Personal Power
Allyu Spa
600 West Chicago Ave, Riverwalk
Chicago, Il 60610
(Enter on Larrabee at Riverwalk entrance)
312.755.1313
info at allyuspa.com
Learn and work with crystals to discover how sacred stones can assist to activate the 3rd Chakra: courage, healthy boundaries and personal power.
Reservations recommended. $40.
04.05 9:30am-12:30pm
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Insight Awareness
18112 Martin Ave.
Homewood, IL
708.957.1284
www.InsightAwareness.com
valerie at insightawareness.com
Acupuncture without needles, EFT is a simple, 20 second procedure to reduce or eliminate negative emotions attached to memories.
04.05 7-10pm
Contact Improvisation Class and Jam
Yoga Now Edgewater
5852 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660
773.561.9642
www.yoganowchicago.com
info at yoganowchicago.com
Contact Improvisation Dance Workshop and Jam hosted by Julia Rae Antonick. $10 for class and jam, $5 for jam only. First Saturday of every Month.
04.05-04.06 8:30am-5pm
Become A Certified Life Coach!
Sheraton Gateway Suites O’Hare
705.454.3477
www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com
info at healthywealthyandwise.com
2 day certification program! Includes: Marketing for Coaches-How coaches get clients! 12 month subscription to CCF Coaching Strategies! 12 month subscription to CCF Coaching Tele-Seminars! A follow up coaching session with a Certified Master Coach! Certification as a CCF Certified Life Coach! Get More Information.
Saturday of every week 8pm
I.M.U.--Inspirational Movie Night
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org/event-movies.html
info at Lifesurfing.org
Each week we have a movie night, selecting especially beautiful or inspiring movies. A facilitated discussion explores deeper meaning.
04.06 1pm
Gardening with Herbs
Trailside Museum
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, Il
708.366.6530
www.fpdcc.com
Herbs are easy to care for, aromatic and useful. Most will attract pollinators to your garden. Join us for a discussion of the benefits and uses of herbs, with a special emphasis on herbs that do well in our area. Adult program; $1.00, please register by calling 708-366-6530.
04.06 1:30pm
The Visual Heart of Feng Shui
The Center for Sustainable Community Meeting Room
Stelle, IL (90 minutes south of Chicago
708.828.4325
Web site
julie at centerforsustainablecommunity.org
Learn the principles of this “Ancient Art of Placement” which enables the energy of one’s environment to flow with prosperity and harmony,and may even hasten real estate sales. Bill Land of the Lotus Tuan Institute will be the presenter.
04.06 11am-12:15pm
Four Agreements
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
www.SoderWorldWellness.com
SoderWorld234 at aol.com
Eric Soderholm presents an uplifting and inspirational talk and discussion on the book “The Four Agreements”. Always interesting. Always Free.
04.06 3pm
Instruments of Peace Concert
Nineteenth Century Club
178 Forest Ave. at Ontario St.
Oak Park, IL
708.848.1095
ww.shemcenter.org
shemcenter at aol.com
A concert to cherish the Earth and her people. To benefit Shem Center for Interfaith Spirituality. “When the world’s religions are at peace, the world will know peace.”
04.06 9am-5pm
Energy Medicine: BodyTalk Access
800 N. Wells
Chicago
773.593.5348
www.BodyTalkSystem.com
bodytalkprofessionals at gmail.com
HEALTH EMPOWERMENT - Providing the community with a simple energy-based routine to make the management of daily health challenges accessible.
04.06-04.13
Yogadventure in Guatemala
Villa Sumaya
Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
630.334.7826
www.breatheinc.com
bjsadtler at breatheinc.com
This trip will weave ancient teachings of the Maya into the fabric of your spiritual practice. Extraordinary setting, fabulous people.
04.06-04.20 11am
Kriya Yoga Meditation
Center for Soul Growth
2608 Devon Ave.
Des Plaines, IL
847.827.2600
centerforsoulgrowth at yahoo.com
Learn beginning meditation, techniques and principles of Kriya Yoga to improve your life and achieve a peaceful state of mind. Sundays and Wednesdays.
First Sunday of every month 6am-7:30pm
I.M.U.--Hiking Meditation
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org/event-hiking.html.
info at Lifesurfing.org
A guided meditative hike with several awareness exercises in and with nature.
sundays 10:30am-12pm
The Four Noble Truths
Family Health Resources, 1342 W. Belmont, Chicago
773.784.5460
www.jewelheart.org/chapters/chicago/chicago.html
chicago at jewelheart.org
This course focuses on the main message of the Buddha: that there is suffering and that it can be eliminated through one’s own efforts.
04.07 6:30-9:30pm
New Moon Ceremony
downtown Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Align with the power of the new moon for healing through shamanic ceremony. $45
04.07 7-9pm
Exploring Tarot- The Minor Arcana
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster St
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.4848 x221
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
This continuation of our introductory Tarot course will explore the Minor Arcana of Tarot from a psychological perspective. Mondays through June 30. Newcomers Welcome!
04.08 6:30pm
Beatlenomics(tm)
28 East Jackson #1004
Chicago
312.362.9302
hgchicago.org
hgchicago at pobox.com
Changing some lyrics, Bob Drake will demonstrate how easy it is to understand economics-- if we listen to the Beatles
04.08-04.09
Overview of Biodiesel course
Morgantown, WV
304.293.7882
www.naftc.wvu.edu/NAFTC/training/events.cfm?id=155
AMbrown at mail.wvu.edu
Any diesel engine on the road today can use biodiesel fuel. This two-day course, designed for those seriously interested in learning about biodiesel fuel, will describe engine systems, biodiesel blends, and biodiesel production.
04.08-05.01
The Vision and Art of Shinjo Ito
Chicago Illuminating Company
19 E 21st Street
Chicago, IL 60616
312.326.9500
www.chicagoilluminatingcompany.com
Rare relgious and secular artwork on display from Japanese Grand Master and founder of Shinnyo Buddhism, Shinjo Ito. M-Sat (9am-7pm); Sun (11am-5pm)
Second Tuesday of the month 6:30-8:30pm
NW Suburbs Holistic Moms Network
HomeFirst Health Services, 2000 Golf Road, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
847.567.1228
nwsholisticmoms at gmail.com
Healing Energy and Qigong Session. Learn to heal using your internal energy from Amy Andrews, RCST, Holistic Lifestyle Coach.
Tuesdays, Saturdays 7:15-8:30pm
Sliding-Scale Yoga Classes
Red Flower Acupuncture Studio
2023 W. Carroll Ave, suite c200
Chicago, IL 60612
(near Damen & Grand)
312.997.9932
www.redfloweracupuncture.com
redfloweracupuncture at gmail.com
Tuesdays 7:15pm-8:30pm and Saturdays 11am-12:15pm. Classes open to all ages, skill/experience levels, and body types. Sliding scale of $5-15 per class. Space is limited, so call or e-mail to reserve your spot.
Tuesdays 12am-6pm
Become an EFT Practitioner
Peaceful Yoga, Suite 200,
710 E. Ogden Ave.
Naperville, IL
630.544.3121
www.peaceful-yoga.com
contact at peaceful-yoga.com
For therapists and healers. Full Level One for becoming an EFT Practitioner, plus lots of body/mind/EFT information.
04.09 7-9pm
Psychic Enrichment Classes
Lake Forest, IL
847.235.2528
Includes spirituality, past life times, etc. Class size limited. RSVP. Note: no make-up classes. 12 month program. Call the number above, or 847.691.5096.
04.09 7-9pm
The Psychic Studio
Lake Forest, IL
847.235.2742
847-691-5096
Psychic enrichment classes, includes spirituality, past life times, etc. RSVP by March 24th. 12 month program. No make-up classes.
04.09 7pm
Overeaters Anonymous Meeting
3020 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago
773.281.8130
www.icanflourish.com
drjulia at icanflourish.com
Overeaters Anonymous will be meeting at Flourish Studios every Wednesday. *The first Wednesday of every month is an open meeting. *FREE of charge, contributions only. *No sign up is required. *Totally confidential! Come be a part of this supportive community! For more information contact Julia at 773.281.8130 or Stefffeny at 773.720.2323
04.09-05.14 4:30-5:30pm
Kids’ Yoga (Ages 7-10)
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Discover new ways to stretch, breathe, relax and have fun!
Wednesdays 6:30-8pm
The Art of Mindful Living (An Introduction to Meditation)
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Explore simple techniques and healing breath work to calm the mind and prepare the heart for meditation.
Wednesdays 12-6pm
Level One EFT for Therapists
NorthShore Healing Center
222 Waukegan Rd.
Glenview, IL
847.657.1600
www.NSHealing.com
Marilyn at NSHealing.com
Full Level One for becoming an EFT Practitioner, for Therapists and Healers. Lots of Body/Mind/EFT information.
04.10 7-9pm
Food Forests in Chicago?
North Park Village Nature Center
5801 North Pulaski, Chicago 60646
312.744.5472
perma-intro.blogspot.com/
raelearth at yahoo.com
Find out about progress in urban forest gardening and opportunities for creating them here.
04.11 7-9pm
Women’s Journeys Toward a Deeper Power
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Religious and spiritual life is a individual journey, yet our modern day religions are mostly based on male imagery with the god image as that of a Father or Son. This program will explain ancient myths that depict feminine archetypal images of going down into the underworld and resurrecting.
04.11-04.13
LifeForceYoga
Chicago Yoga Center
3047 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773.327.3650
www.yogamind.com
info at yogamind.com
Amy Weintraub -LifeForceYoga: Use Yoga and Breath to Alleviate Anxiety & Depression and Manage Your MoodLearn strategies for optimal mental health to safely release tension and repressed emotions in the physical and emotional body.
04.11-04.13 6pm
More Life Weekend Training
More Life Weekend Training
445 E. Ohio
Suite 340
Chicago, IL 60611
312.645.8300
www.judithwright.com
contact@judithwright.com
312.329.1200
www.theonedecision.com
contact at judithwright.com
A powerful weekend seminar to introduce you to a Life of MORE. More intimacy, prosperity and meaning. This fun-filled weekend is led by best-selling author Judith Wright. Based on her book “The One Decision”, this seminar may forever change the way you look at the rest of your life.
04.11-05.03 7pm-11
’Act Natural’ Group Art Exhibition
3201 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60608
773.842.1754
www.32ndurban.com
thirty_second_urban at yahoo.com
The exhibition ACT NATURAL brings together artists and designers to meditate on the capacity for our interior surroundings to ‘bring us closer to nature’. The exhibition also challenges us to consider how our domestic spaces reflect the greater environment; in form, material or function.
Every other Friday 7am
Friday Morning Bird Walks
Trailside Museum
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, IL
708.366.6530
www.fpdcc.com
Join a Naturalist for a guided walk to look for both resident and migratory birds. All levels of birding interest welcome! We have some binoculars to lend. Free. April 11 and 25th.
04.12 10am-12:30pm
Intro to Urban Beekeeping: Sweetness in the City
Angelic Organics Learning Center Chicago Office
6400 S. Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Discover the fascinating life of bees, see urban beehives, and prepare to start a hive of your own. Please pre-register.
04.12 1-3pm
The “Ins” and “Outs” of Composting
Angelic Organics Learning Center Chicago Office
6400 S. Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Learn what makes a successful compost pile, and decide which methods will work best for your household. Please pre-register. $45
04.12 9am-4pm
Solar Hot Water System Installation
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Participants will learn to build and install a solar hot water collector. Please pre-register.
$75
04.12 9am-12pm
Buckthorn Brigade
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, Il 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
Volunteer and help improve diversity in the Ladd Arboretum/ Channel by removing alien plant species.
04.12 2:30-4am
Using a Rain Barrel
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
Learn basics of setting up/maintaining a rain barrel at home. Class includes style choices, placement, and basic maintenance. Adult $12
04.12 1-4pm
Jean Tindle Intro to Peruvian Cosmology and Mesa
Allyu Spa
600 West Chicago Ave, Riverwalk
Chicago, Il 60610
(Enter on Larrabee at Riverwalk entrance)
312.755.1313
info at allyuspa.com
Experiential introduction to these earth honoring traditions: shamanic journey work, attuning to the elements and creation of a personal altar. Reservations recommended. $75.
04.12 3-5pm
Secrets to Lasting Intimacy
TantraNova Institute
2031 W Warner Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773.525.5006
www.tantranova.com
tantranova at tantranova.com
New insights in how to create lasting intimacy & love
04.12 1-3pm
Flow Into Spring: An Invigorating Vinyasa Flow Workshop
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Mark’s teaching combines humor, grace and passion to deliver a digestibly powerful class that reaches students on many levels.
04.12 2-5pm
Chicago IANDS presents Mark Macy NDE’R, Cancer Survivor, and researcher on Spiritual Communication
Evanston Hospital
Frank Auditorium
2650 Ridge Avenue
evanston, Il
847.251.5758
www.chicagoiands.org
info at chicagoiands.org
A near death experience set Mark Macy on a spiritual search leadng him to the miracles of instrumental transcommunication. Through use of this suble energy device he is able to photograph spirit faces. The results of which can be seen on his website. Hear his amazing story.
04.12-04.13
Energetic Protection seminar
downtown Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Learn about your spirit body and protecting your energy field with energy techniques such as sound healing, hands-of-light, crystals.
Friday lecture, Saturday Workshop 10-4pm
Women’s Journey Toward a Deeper Power Cont....
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
This workshop will continue the discussion of myths that depict archetypal feminine images of going down into the underworld and resurrecting. Small-group participants will be encouraged to relate and give examples of how they may have experienced healing at a deeper level.
Saturdays 11am-12:15pm
Sliding-Scale Yoga
Red Flower Acupuncture Studio
2023 W. Carroll Ave Suite C200
Chicago, IL 60612
312.997.9932
www.redfloweracupuncture.com
redfloweracupuncture at gmail.com
Tuesdays 7:15pm-8:30pm. Saturdays 11am-12:15pm. Sliding scale of $5-12 per class. Call to reserve a spot.
04.13 8am
Race to Wrigley 5K Run
Waveland & Clark Street, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
3rd annual event starts/finishes at iconic Wrigley Field and helps kicks off the 2008 baseball season. $30-37. Benefits Chicago Cubs Charities.
04.13 11am-12:15pm
Judith Monahan - “The Brotherhood For Healing”
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
www.SoderWorldWellness.com
SoderWorld234 at aol.com
Fascinating concepts designed to help us grow spiritually. Sunday Free Lecture!
04.13 10am-6pm
Creating Intimacy and Love
TantraNova Institute
2031 W Warner Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773.525.5006
www.tantranova.com
tantranova at tantranova.com
Learn foundational principles and practices for creating intimacy & love
Sundays 4:30-6pm
Intro to Belly Dancing
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Learn Belly Dancing ina relaxed, welcoming environment!
04.14 6:30pm
Free Forum for Ulcerative Colitis Patient Education
Hyde Park JCC
5200 South Hyde Park Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60615-4298
RoadtoUCLearning.com
”On the Road Again” is a fun, interactive forum designed to educate patients on better managing the challenges of ulcerative colitis (UC), including tips for healthy eating, treatment options, researching UC on the Internet, and building online UC communities. Visit RoadtoUCLearning.com for more information and to register or call 312-281-2915.
04.14 6pm
What the Rich Know
28 East Jackson #1004, Chicago
312.362.9302
hgchicago.org
hgchicago at pobox.com
Fundamental injustices benefit the wealthy at expense of the poor. Learn how that could change. Be surprised. Chuck Metalitz explains
04.14 6:45-7:45pm
Free Workshop: Fountain of Youth Power Stretches
Peak Performance Health Care
1749 N. Wells
Chicago, IL 60614
312.440.0149
www.pphcc.com
kelene.michalsen at pphcc.com
Find your “Fountain of Youth” through an ancient power stretching routine from Tibet. This daily routine will increase your energy and flexibility, and it will strengthen your core while helping you find your center. It’s simple to perform and will help you start each day calm, refreshed and energized.
04.14 6-7:30pm
Just Grapes Global Grapes Series Part 2: Cabernet Sauvignon
Just Grapes
560 W Washington Blvd, Suite 100
Chicago, IL 60661
312.627.
www.wineshop.justgrapes.net/
Taste and learn about Cabernet Sauvignon with the second of six segments that are part of Just Grapes’ Global Grapes Series. We will taste 6 examples of Cabernet from California, Washington, Australia, Argentina, Chile and France.
Monday 9:15-10:15am
T’ai Chi Ch’uan
Eagle Academy of Martial Arts,
2 S 525 Route 59, Warrenville, IL 60555
630.393.0033
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Slow, controlled, graceful, practised by millions of people, giving them good health, a stress-free mind and flexible body. Free class 4/7/08.
04.15 6:30pm
Human Rights: A Tax Day Perspective
Henry George School
28 East Jackson #1004, Chicago
312.362.9302
hgchicago.org
hgchicago at pobox.com
Does the income tax make us slaves? George Menninger explains why, and how free people would fund their government.
04.15 12am-6pm
EFT Practitioner Class
Peaceful Yoga, Suite 200
710 E. Ogden Ave.
Naperville, IL
630.544.3121
www.peaceful-yoga.com
contact at peaceful-yoga.com
2nd half of EFT course. Come as a guest. Learn some of the basics of EFT.
Experience emotional/physical relief.
04.15 6-7:30pm
Fair Trade London Shares Strategies with Chicago’s Fair Trade Activists
Chicago Fair Trade
637 S. Dearborn
Chicago
312.212.1760
www.chicagofairtrade.org
njones at chicagofairtrade.org
This reception for Sophi Tranchell, Director of Divine Chocolate in the UK and Chair of the Fair Trade London Steering Committee will offer experience and strategies from those who have been engaged in a Fair Trade City campaign for the past year in the UK.
04.16 7-10pm
Dating for Nerds
J. Patrick’s Irish Bar and Grill, 1367 W. Erie St.
312.265.6085
www.nerdsatheart.com
nerdsatheart at gmail.com
Smart,sweet singles play board games and mingle. Register in advance on-line for a discount, or just show up!
04.16 12am-6pm
Level One for EFT Practitioners
NorthShore Healing Center
222 Waukegan Rd.
Glenview, IL
847.657.1600
www.NSHealing.com
Marilyn at NSHealing.com
Come as a guest to learn the basics of EFT and experience emotional/physical relief.
04.16 7-8:30pm
Wolves: Back from the Brink of Extinction
Lincoln Park Zoo’s Cafe Brauer
2021 N. Stockton Dr.
Chicago, IL 60614
312.742.2000
www.lpzoo.org
Special speaking engagement. Get the inside scoop on wolf reintroduction projects – the successes, failures and controversy -- from Mike Phillips, executive director of the Turner Endangered Species Fund and project leader for wolf reintroduction efforts. Reservations required. $20pp.
04.16 7-9pm
Breema: The Art of Being Present
Zen Shiatsu Chicago
825A Chicago, Evanston
773.726.8733
www.breema.com
listeningtouch at yahoo.com
An experiential introduction to the nurturing practice of unifying mind, body, and heart with Breema’s Nine Principles of Harmony.
04.16 2-3pm
Free Wellness Luncheon-Managing Menopause, Naturally
SPA Cafe
112 W. Monroe St.
Chicago, IL
312.939.4121 x203
dsmith at americanbackcenter.org
Dr. Allyne Rosenthal, founder of The Rosenthal Clinic will discuss how natural hormone alternatives can help manage the symptoms associated with menopause - Heart Disease, Hot Flashes, Osteoporosis, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and Fatigue. A delicious complimentary lunch will be served courtesy of SPA Cafe!
First and Third Wednesdays 7pm
OCD Support Group
3020 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago
773.281.8130
www.icanflourish.com
drjulia at icanflourish.com
Dr. Julia and OCD Chicago will bring to you the OCD Support Group. Come by to this safe space to relate to others about the issues you or loved ones are facing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
For more information please contact Dr. Julia on her confidential line at 773.281.8130
Every Wednesday 9pm-2am
Psymbolic presents: Re:vivify
Butterfly Social Club
722 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60610
www.Psymbolic.com
A Weekly Social featuring a constantly evolving curation of live audio and visual artists. The Butterfly Social offers an array of conscious tonics and cocktails all set in an eco-friendly
environment.
Live:Audio/Visuals/Painting/Readings/Connexions
04.17 4-5pm
Making Green by Building Green
Green Home Experts
823 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60304
708.937.5403
www.ghexperts.com
gogreen at ghexperts.com
Get tips on incorporating green building materials into your projects, working with customers, and how green building can increase your customer base and make a sale.
Space is limited! Please RSVP to Green Home Experts.
Open to all builders, contractors and real estate agents.
04.17 6-10pm
The 2008 Spirit Awards: Recycle, Reuse, Recreate
Salvage One
1840 W. Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60622
312.660.1346
www.heartlandalliance.org/events/spiritawards.html
jsobecki at heartlandalliance.org
This event is a fun, after work cocktail reception with gourmet food
stations, entertainment galore, not to mention a fabulous silent auction and raffle! Proceeds benefit Designs for Dignity of Heartland Alliance which provides pro bono design services to area nonprofits.
04.17 6-9pm
Nau | Creative Pitch: Nothing is So Beautiful
Lumen Night Club, 839 W. Fulton Market
Chicago, IL
773.281.1363
creativepitch.org/nothing
rebecca at creativepitch.org
Join Us for a special evening of creative giving, live performance art, vintage sounds, and sustainable fashion design.(RSVP ONLY) -- go to creativepitch.org/nothing
04.17-05.31 9am-5pm
Melting Ice / A Hot Topic: Envisioning Change
The Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
312.922.9410
www.fieldmuseum.org
The effects of climate change are taking place from the Andes to the Arctic, and throughout Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Come see how 26 artists from around the world respond to the threats posed by melting ice and rising temperatures.
04.18 6:30-9:30pm
Full Moon Ceremony
downtown Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Align with the power of the full moon for healing through shamanic ceremony. $45
04.18 7-9:30pm
Chi-Gung and Body-Mind Centering® Workshop with Bob Lehnberg
Yoga Now Edgewater
5852 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660
773.561.9642
www.yoganowchicago.com
info at yoganowchicago.com
This movement workshop addresses development in utero which sets up the direction and quality of energy flow in the body.
04.19 8am-6:30pm
White Tantric Yoga
American Dental Association
211 East Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
312.922.4699
www.ShaktaKaur.com
wty at shaktakaur.com
This all-day meditation experience raises you to the heights of your excellence. An event unsurpassed for its power and ecstasy.
04.19 9am
Wrigley “Start Early” 5K Run/Walk
Cannon Drive & Fullerton, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
Annual events benefits Voices for Illinois Children and Prevent Child Abuse America. Free Kids’ Dash at 11:00 a.m. $10-35.
04.19 1-4pm
Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
Festive activities featuring music, earthy games, crafts and organic food. Information stations will guide you to smaller environmental footprint. FREE!
04.19 12-5pm
CASE - Green Scene
Northside College Preparatory High School
5501 N. Kedzie, Chicago
312.952.6736
www.greenscene.caseproject.org
greensceneinfo at gmail.com
Get your green on at this second annual Earth Day fest. Browse goods and snack on food from 30 eco-friendly vendors. Includes free jewelry making workshops, kids’ crafts using recycled materials, demos, giveaways and more. Bring your used books, movies, music to sell. Recycle your used computers and cell phones.
04.19 2:30-5pm
Yoga and the Year 2012
Yoga Among Friends
4949 Forest Ave.
Downers Grove, IL
630.334.7826
www.breatheinc.com
bjsadtler at breatheinc.com
Explore fascinating connections between the Maya and Yoga through asana, breathwork, meditation and presentation about the Maya calendar and prophecies.
04.19 12-5pm
Green Scene presented by the Community for Alternative Sources of Energy
Northside College Prepatory High School, 5501 N. Kedzie Ave.
312.952.6736
Get simple ideas and tips for everyday environmentalism featuring eco-friendly products, hands-on activities, demos, giveaways, media swap and more.
04.19 9:30am-4pm
Forgiveness: Freedom for a Flourishing Life
Living Well Ministries
6554 N. Rockwell Street
Chicago, IL 60645
773.655.4357
www.livingwellministries.net
livingwell at rcn.com
Join others in search of tools, strength and companionship on the challenging path of forgiveness. All faiths welcome. Cost: $100 /$90 if paid by 4/04/08 (includes registration, lunch, materials and one optional follow-up coaching session). Registration deadline: April 15. This event will repeat Saturday, May 17.
04.19 1-4pm
Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
www.cityofevanston.org
Families can take part in earth friendly crafts, games and activities. Sample organic food and learn how to make a smaller environmental footprint.
04.19 10am-5pm
Earth Day Festival
Pigeon Point Park
1901 SW Genesee St
Seattle
206.923.1980
www.nweec.org
sluoma at nweec.org
Fun for the whole family!
Come be a part of Duwamish Alive schedule includes:
Restoration work party, native plant walks , documentary on Seattle’s urban forests, storytelling,
artists, & more. Tools and gloves provided. RSVP
04.19 10am-1pm
Miraculous Health Workshop
Unity Church of Chicago
1925 W Thome Ave
Chicago, IL 60660
301.926.7390
www.DrRickLevy.com
luann at drricklevy.com
Help heal yourself of illness, injury, pain stress and anxiety. Dr Rick Levy’s workshop will demonstrate how to use the mind to heal the body. Take home CD included with workshop. $40 registration
04.19 1:30-4:30pm
EFT Workshop
Spiritual Awakening Center
1645 S. River Road
DesPlaines, IL
708.955.3634
www.EFT-Tom.com
TommyATW at aol.com
Experience & Learn EFT. Reduce stress and many other emotional issues. Great relief in hours instead of months.
04.19 10am-2pm
Spring Into Better Health With Ayurveda
715 Lake St., Suite 706, Oak Park IL
800.695.5410
www.tylerwellness.com
massage at relaxationplantation.com
JoAnne Pavin, owner Soulutions to Health, visits Relaxation Plantation to teach simple techniques to rid the body of harmful toxins, how to practice the Ayurvedic daily massage to help detoxify, and about the power of cleansing through yoga. Fee: $50 ($40 before April 10)
04.19 1-3:30pm
Getting Excited At Your Age!
Insight Awareness
Center For Self Discovery
18112 Martin Ave.
Homewood, IL 60430
708.957.1284
www.insightawarenss.com
info at insightawarenss.com
Come discover the life-affirming benefits of maturing, and why being the age you are is just perfect for you!
04.19-04.26
Permaculture Design Certification
Boulder, CO
815.256.2215
www.midwestpermaculture.com
info at midwestpermaculture.com
PIA certified instructor Wayne Weiseman leading course with local guest instructors. Contact Bill Wilson for more info!
Saturdays 1-2:30pm
Yoga for a Healthy Back
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Build a gentle yoga practice to relax your neck and back, gain mobility, and strengthen supportive muscles.
04.20 7:30am-3pm
Earth Day 2008
Trailside Museum
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, IL
708.366.6530
www.fpdcc.com
Enjoy bird walks, wildflower walks, preserve clean-ups, wildlife viewing, environmental information, children’s activities and much more! Call for information.
04.20 2-4pm
Walking Tour of Angelic Organics
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Join us for a tour and introduction to Angelic Organics, a Biodynamic CSA vegetable farm in northern Illinois. Please pre-register.
04.20 1-4pm
Totem Animal Ceremony: Deer
downtown Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Honor the spirit of Deer through shamanic ceremony. Beginners welcome. $45
04.20 4-6pm
Reiki Healing Circle
Salon Echo
1134 W. Bryn Mawr, studio
Chicago, IL 60660
312.802.5901
AmKestrel at rcn.com
Join Reiki (Japanese Energy massage) practitioners and interested individuals for a monthly Healing Circle. Guided meditation then Reiki exchange sessions. $5. Every third Sunday of the month.
04.20 12:30-4pm
Susan and Tatiana: Chakra 3 Mindful Awakening of Personal Power
Allyu Spa
600 West Chicago Ave, Riverwalk
Chicago, Il 60610
(Enter on Larrabee at Riverwalk entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com
info at allyuspa.com
Through self-awareness exercises, breath practices, guided meditations and soul dancing we will awaken the movement and energy of our 3rd chakra. $90 or 2 for $160.
04.20 2-6pm
The Passion Test Workshop
1550 Spring Road Suite 215
Oakbrook, IL 60523
630.655.3923
www.thepassiontest.com/?af=4352.
rhanda at coachingforclarity.org
Passion Test provides a simple, powerful way to clarify your passions, define your life’s purpose, and begin living the life of your dreams. Cost $40.00
04.20 11am-12:15pm
Denise Sutherland - Angel Therapy Practitioner
Soderworld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
www.SoderWorldWellness.com
SoderWorld234 at aol.com
Your Angels have some messages for you. Denise, trained by Dr. Doreen Virtue, will help you to communicate with them. Sunday Free Lecture!
04.20 1:30-5pm
Seeing Beauty with Words
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
In this workshop we will let beauty lead us to a deeper understanding of ourselves and of our place in the world, writing in the form of journal entries, letters, essays, short stories, and poems. Followed by a book signing of Susan Tiberghien’s books.
04.20 4-5pm
50 Simple Ways to Eat Well for Less
FREE Tele-Class
www.HealthyDining.org
Laura at HealthyDining.org
Learn dozens of eco-friendly expert tips and insider secrets on how to shop smart and eat healthfully in less time and for less money from the editor of Healthy Dining Chicago RSVP by 4.17.08 to Laura@HealthyDining.org to receive the toll-free number.
04.20 3-6pm
Living Deeply: A Converational Exploration with the Chicago Community Group of the Institute of Noetic Sciences
Unity in Chicago
Sunshine Gallery
1925 W. Thome Ave.
Chicago, IL
lmontei at att.net
What is consciousness? And what do mean by transforming consciousness? CHI-IONS will make an initial inquiry into this profound subject in a conversational exploration to deepen our understanding of conscious awareness and the profound shift in perspective that changes one’s worldview and perception of what is possible. Recommended donation $10.
04.20 1:30-3:30pm
Chair Yoga for Beginners
3020 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago
773.281.8140
monikaloveyogamonikaloveyoga at yahoo.com
Monika Andreas, former owner of the Evanston Yoga Center, will be conducting a three week workshop on the basics of Yoga for Beginners. All ages, all body types are welcome to join. Come learn how to quiet the mind and regain balance in the physical body!
Full moon day of every month 9pm
I.M.U.--Full Moon Meditation Night
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org/event-hiking.html.
info at lifesurfing.org
3 cycles of 45 minutes silent sitting meditation alternate with 3 cycles of dance meditation, which will initially be guided.
04.21 7:30pm
Acts of Concern: Earth Day 2008
Steppenwolf Theater
1650 N. Halsted Street Chicago IL 60614
312.661.1028 x27
www.chfestival.org
The Chicago Humanities Festival is pleased to celebrate Earth Day 2008 by remounting four original stage works from last fall’s Festival. Each short play profoundly and engagingly considers humanity’s prospect in the face of global climate disruption. From remarkable playwrights: Don DeLillo, José Rivera, Lisa Dillman, and Brian Tucker.
04.21 6:30-8pm
Intro to yoga free workshop
2569 w. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773.252.9740
www.balancedbodywellness.net
balanced-body at sbcglobal.net
experience the basic breathing techniques, postures and mediation that make up a regular yoga class. You will receive a brief explanation as to how yoga can benefit your life and add the sense of ’wellness’ that you may be missing.
04.22 9am-4pm
Relaxation, Meditation & Chinese Therapy Balls
Relax4Life Center
26402 Edgemond Lane
Barrington, IL 60010
847.842.1752
www.relax4life.com/relaxmedit.htm
info at relax4life.com
Learn simple, fast, effective relaxation, meditation and self-development techniques. Discover the secrets of Chinese Therapy Balls; improve strength, dexterity, prevent carpal tunnel, arthritis and rheumatism. Learn to relax and reduce stress. Tap into your intuition and spiritual growth and learn to control how your mind and body respond to stress.
04.22
Opening Party of Little Green Baby - An Enviornmentally Based Children’s Boutique
4654 North Rockwell, Chicago, IL 60625
Just off the Brownline Rockwell stop in the trendy Lincoln Square neighborhood
www.littlegreenbaby.com
Celebrate Earth Day with the opening of LITTLE GREEN BABY, a children’s store that offers eco friendly products.
04.22 8am-4pm
The Drive Against Prostate Cancer
Little Company of Mary Hospital
2800 W. 95th St., Evergreen Park, IL
708.229.5049
www.LCMH.org
The only national mobile screening program for prostate cancer, the Drive Against Prostate Cancer aims to screen more than 10,000 men for free in 2008 in communities across America. The 2007 event screened more than 10,200 men nationwide, including more than 4,000 in Chicago, saving up to 750 lives by recognizing suspicious test results.
04.22 7-8:30pm
Free Earth Day Lecture in the South Loop: Help Heal Mother Earth with your Thoughts
South Loop Whole Foods Market
Classroom, 1101 S. Canal St., Chicago
312.435.4600
www.chicagohealers.com
kate at chicagohealers.com
Hypnotherapist Gina Orlando teaches ways to heal our environment with thoughts, prayers, and intentions. Create healing statements and learn self-hypnosis. Please call to register.
04.22 7pm
Whole Foods/ChicagoHealers.com Lecture Series: Help Heal Mother Earth with Thoughts
South Loop Whole Foods Market
1101 S. Canal Street, suite 107
Chicago, IL 60607
www.chicagohealers.com
ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Gina Orlando, MA, CH, will teach the community ways to heal environment with thoughts, prayers, and intentions.
04.22 6-9pm
Colori Eco friendly Paint Boutique’s LoVo Event
2243 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60647
773.252.4923
www.colorichicago.com
Celebrate everything eco-friendly at Colori’s Earth Day extravaganza in honor of the new low-voc paint, LoVo by C2Paint!
04.22 12-1pm
Earth Day: Meditation for the Mother Earth – Free
Allyu Spa, 600 W Chicago Ave, Riverwalk, 60610 (entrance on Larrabee at Riverwalk Entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com/calendar
info at allyuspa.com
We are opening our doors for a time of gratitude and meditation for the health and restoration of our earth. A traditional Andean ceremony of gratitude, a despacho, will be facilitated at 12:30pm. Snacks served at close in the workshop space.
04.22 11am-5pm
Whole Foods Market Deerfield Celebrates Earth Day
760 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, IL 60015
847.444.1900
www.wholefoodsmarket.com
perri.kramer at wholefoods.com
“Bee Green” this Earth Day! Burt’s Bees Lip Balm Trade Out 11:00 – 3:00 pm; Chicago Botanic Gardens: Greening Your Garden 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Free; Heller Nature Center: “Bee Green!” 4:00 – 5:00 pm, Free Ages 6-12. Register in advance Heller Naturalist, Liza Fischel, will introduce children to the world of the honeybee.
Tuesdays (2 consecutive) 7pm
The Power of Forgiveness
Living Well Ministries
6554 N. Rockwell Street
Chicago, IL 60645
773.655.4357
www.livingwellministries.net
livingwell at rcn.com
Viewing and Discussion of Martin Doblmeier’s film “The POWER of FORGIVENESS,” which includes feature stories on the Amish, the 9/11 tragedy, and others, with reflections by Thich Nhat Hanh, Elie Wiesel, Thomas Moore, Marianne Williamson, and others. Free.
04.23 7-10pm
Dating for Queer Nerds
J. Patrick’s Irish Bar and Grill, 1367 W. Erie St.
312.265.6085
www.nerdsatheart.com
nerdsatheart at gmail.com
Smart,sweet GLBT singles play board games and mingle. Register in advance on-line for a discount, or just show up!
04.23 5-6pm
How to Green Your Workplace - Free
Allyu Spa, 600 W Chicago Ave, Riverwalk, 60610 (entrance on Larrabee at Riverwalk Entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com
info at allyuspa.com
Anna Wolfson is an active and enthusiastic member of the Green Building movement. If you are inspired to implement one simple change in your workplace toward more conscious operations, the affect will be exponential.
04.23 2-3pm
Free Wellness Luncheon-Revitalizing Your Energy, Youth & Vitality
Kramer’s Health Food Center
230 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60604
312.939.4121 x203
dsmith at americanbackcenter.org
Today everyone wants more energy to fuel their busy lifestyles, but we’re unclear about how to keep the energy flowing. Learn the common energy zappers that rob you of being your best and the “secrets” to keeping and maintaining your energy levels flowing for a more youthful and revitalized you!
04.24 6:30-8pm
Using a Rain Barrel
2024 McCormick Blvd
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
Learn basics of setting up/maintaining a rain barrel at home. Class includes style choices, placement, and basic maintenance. Adult $12
04.24 6-7:30pm
How to Build a Green Nursery
Green Home Experts
823 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60304
708.937.5403
www.ghexperts.com
gogreen at ghexperts.com
Learn how to avoid the harmful effects of furniture, flooring, paint, bedding,
and all of the elements of a nursery. Space is limited to 20 guests, so please RSVP. Attendees will receive an exclusive coupon for nursery items!
04.24 7pm
Film: Thirst
Camp Long ELC
5200 35th Ave. SW
Seattle
206.923.1980
www.nweec.org
sluoma at nweec.org
Is water a human right for all people, or is it a commodity to be bought, sold, and traded in a global marketplace? “Thirst” tells the stories of communities in Bolivia, India, and the US that are asking.
Over a billion people lack access to safe drinking water. Each year, millions of children die of diseases caused by unsafe water. Free
04.24 7-8pm
Health, Nature, & Plants for Shade
True Nature Foods
6034 N. Broadway
Chicago, Illinois 60660
773.465.6400
www.truenaturefoods.com
truenaturefood at gmail.com
Kim Kaulas shows recent research indicating that attractive landscaping reduces stress, hypertension, and depression; elevates immunity; encourages exercise and more!
04.24 7-8pm
50 Simple Ways to Eat Well for Less
Free Tele-Class
www.HealthyDining.org
Laura at HealthyDining.org
Learn dozens of eco-friendly expert tips and insider secrets on how to shop smart and eat healthfully in less time and for less money from the editor of Healthy Dining Chicago. RSVP by 4.20.08 to Laura@HealthyDining.org to receive the toll-free number.
04.24 12-7pm
Health Fair!
Little Black Pearl Workshop
1060 East 47th Street
Chicago, IL 60653
773.285.1211
www.blackpearl.org
Little Black Pearl Workshop hosts its 1st annual Health Fair. Free health screenings, demonstrations, and interactive sessions will be provided. Topics range from HIV, blood pressure, chiropractic, urban survival, domestic and teen violence, stress management, finances, and much more. Open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
04.25 7-10pm
Green Tara Empowerment
Blue Feather Books, 19 W. Harris Ave., LaGrange, IL 60525
708.352.8481
www.blueberyl.org
patricia at blueberyl.org
Green Tara (the Mother of all Buddhas) Empowerment and Puja with Lama Lobsang Palden. $45-$75 Scale. Om Tare Tutare Ture Soha!
04.25 5:30-6:30pm
Family Yoga
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Learn playful poses that can be done together or alone, along with gentle breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.
04.25 7pm
Gong Bath
Moonwillow Tai Chi
135 Beardsley, Suite B
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.477.2899
moonwillowtaichi.com
gongspirit at yahoo.com
Join us for a vibrational sound healing experience like no other.
$20 pre-registered.
04.25 7-9pm
Juno: Viewing and Discussion
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.4848 x221
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
A viewing of the award-winning movie will be followed by a discussion facilitated by Gloria Weiss, LCSW.
04.25 7pm
Soul Expressions Poetry Open Mic
3020 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago
773.281.8140
www.icanflourish.com
joanna at icanflourish.com
Comedian, Aaron Foster, and local Chi-town featured poets bring the first Soul Expressions Open Mic! Sign-up begins at 6:45pm. Featured Poets: M’RELD, CHEYENNE DEMUS, ANONYMOUS THE GREAT, DANIELLE NATZKE. For only $5.00 at the door you can begin your Friday night with some laughter, a few good words, and refreshments!
04.25 8pm
Nicklebee’s UJAM II Charity Fundraiser
The Globe Pub, 1934 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago
Join Nicklebee.org, a non-profit organization established to provide scholarships for schoolchildren, for the UJAM II charity fundraiser featuring live music, a spelling bee, make-it -yourself Chicago dogs and a karaoke sing-off with a live band performing the songs.
04.25-04.26 8-9:30pm
Baladina Egyptian Dance Theatre Presents Pendulum
Portage Theater, 4050 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago IL
708.299.2608
www.baladinadance.com
mail at erikadance.com
”Pendulum” is an Egyptian modern fusion
performance, inspired by the personal experience of choreographer Karim Tonsy. “I am interested in time as a concept. When we wait, we are functioning, but still in suspension, in purgatory.” Experience the backswing of “Pendulum.”
04.25-04.27 6pm-12am
National Dream Hotline
5021 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60641
773.427.0155
www.dreamschool.org
somchicago at yahoo.com
Dream Interpretation Hotline - Call anytime this weekend and trained dream interpretors will analysis your dream for free. Our goal is to interpret everyone’s dream in the city of Chicago. Please pass the word and the phone number!
04.26 9am-3pm
Starting Your Organic Garden
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
We’ll cover double digging, prepare a garden bed, and learn about seeding and transplanting through hands-on projects. Please pre-register.
04.26 8am-12pm
Eco-Garage Sale
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.448.8256
www.laddarboretum.org
ecologycenter at cityofevanston.org
Practice reduce, reuse, recycle by finding a use for something gently used. Proceeds benefit the Evanston Environmental Association.
04.26 1-3:30pm
Yoga and the Year 2012
Yoga Now
742 N. La Salle
Chicago, IL
630.334.7826
www.breatheinc.com
bjsadtler at breatheinc.com
Explore fascinating connections between the Maya and Yoga through asana, breathwork, meditation and presentation about the Maya calendar and prophecies.
04.26 7:30pm
”Between 2 Worlds” - Alternative Cinema
Clarus Center
28379 Davis Parkway Suite 803
Warrenville, IL
630.334.7826
www.breatheinc.com
bjsadtler at breatheinc.com
Hot new documentary about the Mayan calendar vis-a-vis consciousness constrictions imposed by the Gregorian calendar.
04.26 1-3pm
Jean Tindle- Crystals with Chakras 4 and 5: Opening to Love
Allyu Spa
600 West Chicago Ave, Riverwalk
Chicago, IL 60610
(Enter on Larrabee at Riverwalk entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com
info at allyuspa.com
Learn and work with crystals to discover how these sacred stones can assist to activate the 4th Chakra: unconditional love, healing emotional wounds and supporting the heart. Reservations recommended.
04.26 3-5pm
Couples Thai Yoga Massage
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Spend a few hours learning and practicing of the simple techniques of Thai yoga massage!
04.26 8am-12pm
Eco-Garage Sale
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
www.cityofevanston.org
Reuse and recycle. Find new or gently used items for sale at this eco-friendly indoor garage sale. Proceeds benefit the Evanston Environmental Association.
04.26 9:30am-4:30pm
Who Dreams? The Role of Dreams in Identity Exploration
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
This workshop will examine dreams and their relationship to waking life, emphasizing the role of dreams in helping us deepen our understanding of who we are as a totality.
04.26 10-11am
Intro Tai Chi free workshop
2569 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773.252.9740
www.balancedbodywellness.net
balanced-body at sbcglobal.net
one-hour class will be an opportunity for you to learn about and - more importantly – to experience T’ai Chi to see if you like it. We’ll begin with an introduction to meditative breathing, followed by some T’ai Chi basic movements and and the beginning of the T’ai Chi form.
04.26-04.27
Alternative Healing Arts Week-end
Stelle, IL (90 minutes south of downtown Chicago)
708.828.4325
Web site
julie at centerforsustainablecommunity.org
Here is your opportunity to learn about seven different healing modalities to revitalize your physical and mental health, all in the same place. These two full-days will explore techniques from both ancient cultures and the cutting edge approaches in alternative healing today.
04.26-04.27 2pm-12am
St. Jude’s Annual Southport Pub Crawl
Various bars on Southport, Chicago
www.stjudeauxiliaryboard.org.
St. Jude’s annual Pub Crawl is headed to Southport. Join guests as they bounce from bar to bar along Southport to raise money for the kids at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The $10 donation gives you access to amazing drink specials along the way.
04.27 8:30am
Stepping Up to Wellness 5K Run/Walk
Independence Grove, Libertyville, IL
(North Bay Pavilion)
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
Annual event benefits the Cancer Wellness Center of Northbrook, IL. Plus 1-Mile Family “Fun Run” at 10:00 a.m. $10-30.
04.27 10am-5:30pm
I.M.U.--Workshop about Relationships
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org/event-workshops.html
info at Lifesurfing.org
Learning to love and learning to enjoy each other’s uniqueness. The workshop will include active and silent meditation exercises
04.27 11am-12:15pm
Gi Gong Therapy
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
www.SoderWorldWellness.com
SoderWorld234 at aol.com
Dr. Williamson explains GiGong Therapy and guides us through the relaxing and invigorating postures. Sunday Free Lecture!
04.27 6-7:30pm
Baladina Egyptian Dance Theatre presents “Pendulum”
Portage Theater, 4050 N Milwaukee, Chicago IL
708.299.2608
www.baladinadance.com
mail at erikadance.com
”Pendulum” is an Egyptian modern fusion
performance, inspired by the personal experience of choreographer Karim Tonsy. “I am interested in time as a concept. When we wait, we are functioning, but still in suspension, in purgatory.” Experience the backswing of “Pendulum.”
04.27 3-5pm
The Attention-Deficit Society: Consciousness Fragmented, Commodified, and Controlled. A free public talk by David Loy. Sponsored by the Chicago Chapter of the Buddhist Peace Fellowship
Meeting at:
DePaul University
Lincoln Park Campus, Chicago
Schmitt Academic Center, Room 154
2320 N. Kenmore (at Belden)
www.bpf.org/chicago
Buddhist scholar and Zen teacher David Loy will speak on how modernity has affected human awareness. Today we experience collective attention traps thanks to technology, intrusive advertising, and propaganda. What should we do about weapons of mass deception and mass distraction? Who should decide what happens to our attention?
Last Sunday of every month 6-8pm
Group Channeling
Crystal Gallery
2257 W. Eastwood Ave
Chicago, IL. 60625
773.750.0484
spiritsiri at yahoo.com
Trance Channel, Sharyl Noday channels
Beings of Light, “Siria Family”.
Questions, answers, meditation.
Please RSVP Sharyl 773-750-0484
$25.00 free crystal
04.28 7-9pm
HMN Chicago SW Suburbs
Betty Woods Activity Center, 14718 Founders Circle Homer Glen, IL 60491
708.860.7813
www.holisticmoms.org
bethbustos at comcast.net
HMN is hosting Colleen Laino, Owner of Ecosque A Fair Trade Shop- Fair Trade What’s It All About
04.29 6:30-7:30pm
Free Workshop: The Revolutionary Cleanse
The Newberry Library
60 W. Walton
Chicago, IL 60610
312.440.0149
www.pphcc.com
kelene.michalsen at pphcc.com
In this workshop you will learn; how cleansing toxins from your body will cause pounds of fat loss, what hormones are out of control in your body, why diets don’t work, why eating fat doesn’t make you fat and how to regain your energy and vitality. Sign up today!
04.30 5-10pm
Baskin Robbins’ 31 Cent Scoop Night to Benefit National Fallen Firefighters Association
All Chicago Baskin Robbins Locations
www.baskinrobbins.com
Head down to Baskin Robbins for a chance to devour a scoop of any flavor ice cream for just 31 cents.
04.30 6:30-7:30pm
Free Workshop: Healing Your Feet
International Museum of Surgical Science
1524 N. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60610
312.440.0149
www.pphcc.com
kelene.michalsen at pphcc.com
In this workshop you will learn the causes and natural solutions to fallen arches, foot pain, ankle pain, knee pain, bunions, hammer toes, pronation, back pain and more. If you have any of these conditions and they are limiting your activities you don’t want to miss this workshop.
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