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151 things to do in May03.01-05.31 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.
03.22-05.08 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!
04.01-05.06 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.
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.
04.08-05.01
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)
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!
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 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
04.17-05.31 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.
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.
05.01 6:30-8pm
Make a Garden Stone
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
www.cityofevanston.org
Youth age 8 and older and adults can make a decorative garden stone. Fee ($25) includes all materials.
05.01 6-8pm
Special Seminar on Career/Life Coaching and Coaching Skills
711 West Monroe, Chicago
312.798.2374
crossroads-center.org
maria at thecoaches.com
If you are a professional coach or would like to incorporate coaching skills into your current work, this event is for you! The Coaches Training Institute (CTI), along with Crossroads Center and Chicago Coaches will introduce you to Co-Active® coaching in an interactive workshop and reception. All are welcome.
05.02 7-8pm
Shamanic Spirit Guides
Alchemy Arts
1203 W Bryn Mawr
Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Learn about your personal “team” of helpful spirit guides: angels, ancestors and totem animals in this one-hour lecture. FREE.
05.02 7-10pm
Something’s Gotta Give: Viewing and Discussion
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Pat Cochran will lead a discussion of the psychological forces compelling those immediate impressions of either adoration or aversion.
05.02-05.04 pm
Going Green Wisconsin EXPO
Exibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center
1919 Alliant Energy Center Drive
Madison, WI 53713
www.goinggreenwisconsin.com/EXPO
Going Green Wisconsin EXPO is being held at Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center on May 2-4, 2008. The EXPO is hosted by Madison Magazine and will feature over 100 diverse local and national green businesses. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.
05.02-05.08
Environmental documentary “The Unforeseen”
Gene Siskel Film Center, Chicago, IL
312.846.2800
www.siskelfilmcenter.org
Produced by Robert Redford and Terrence Malick, “The Unforeseen” explores the bitter environmental battle over a parcel of land in Texas which becomes a monster subdivision in Austin, depleting natural resources and threatening a limestone aquifer that feeds Barton Springs.
Fridays 7:30-9pm
AcroYoga-Open Level Class
Nature Yoga Sanctuary
2021 West Division St.
Chicago, IL 60622
773.227.5720
www.natureyoga.com
jonny at acroyoga.org
AcroYoga blends the spiritual wisdom of yoga, the loving kindness of Thai massage, and the dynamic power of Acrobatics. These three ancient lineages form the foundation of a unique practice that cultivates trust, connection and playfulness. No Partner Necessary.
05.03 5:30-10:30pm
Infinity Foundation’s 11th Annual Birthday Benefit
Highland Park Country Club
1201 Park Avenue West
Highland Park, IL 60035
847.831.8828
www.infinityfoundation.org
InfinFound at aol.com
Dinner, silent auction, raffle, practitioners’ fair, after dinner program. Neale Donald Walsch honored as 2008 Infinity Foundation Spirit Award Recipient.
05.03 9:30am-12pm
The “Ins” and “Outs” of Composting
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
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.
05.03 1-3:30pm
Build a Raised Garden Bed
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Together we’ll build, fill and plant a raised garden bed with wooden sides. Please pre-register. Program Fee: $45.
05.03 9am-6pm
”Ancient Chicago” Day Trip
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
3001 Central St.
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.1030
www.mitchellmuseum.org
The museum hosts a daylong bus tour of significant early Native American sites in the Chicago area.
05.03 10am-12pm
Love at First Sight?
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Fairy-tales and movie clips will be used to illustrate what prompts love-or hate- at first sight.
05.03 1-4pm
Transference and Countertransferece
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
For mental-health professionals. Lecture and clinical examples will be included. Confidentiality is assumed.
05.03 11am-3pm
Highland Park Earth Festival
Jens Jenson Park
Downtown Highland Park, Illinois
www.hpearthfestival.org
Activities will include a pre-festival bike ride, environmental service project, informative lectures, eco-themed activities for kids, live music, food and more.
05.03 10am-2pm
Come to a MayaWorks Fair Trade Spring Sale!
MayaWorks Distribution Center
1732 W. Hubbard, Suite 1A
Chicago, IL 60622
Near the corner of Grand & Ashland.
312.243.8050
www.mayaworks.org
info at mayaworks.org
Support Maya women by shopping our selection of beautiful products from textiles and home accents to bags/accesories, jewelry and children’s items. MayaWorks develops sustainable markets for partner artisan groups in Guatemala. MayaWorks pays fair wages, funds training, scholarship, and microcredit programs.
05.03-05.04 am
Stillness Moves™ - Move from your own Wisdom
Masterpeace Studios - St. Louis
J. Milton Turner Office Building
1099 Milwaukee, Suite 10
Kirkwood, MO 63122
928.274.0386
www.stillnessmoves.com
Experience the fundamentals that define your movement, work with these to continuously embody new potential, evolve and align your practice with your needs and aspirations.
Stillness Moves is an embodiment path where practice, inquiry and contemplation are one.
Pre registration required.
12 NCBTMB CEhours
05.03-05.04 2pm
Men’s Spiritual Retreat
Chicago
773.915.3174
Explore connections to self, others and Creator through traditional Cherokee healing Wisdom. Connect to the Earth in this unique natural wooded setting. Join Rev. Swimming Otter Saturday, 2pm-Sunday afternoon. Suggested donation $55, meals included. No one refused for lack of donation. Limited space. Call for more information.
05.03-05.04
Earth Day Celebration & Stelle Open House
Community of Stelle (90 minutes south of Downtown Chicago)
708.828.4325
Web site
julie at centerforsustainablecommunity.org
Includes workshops & tours of the solar homes, windmills, the solar powered telephone company, community gardens,and a strawbale home.
Eight consecutive Saturdays, beginning May 3rd. 1-5pm
Five Elements Energy Work
Craniosacral BioDynamics of Evanston
725 Washington
Evanston
847.328.8433
www.craniosacralevanston.com
info at craniosacralevanston.com
Explore how the elements earth, water, air, fire, and ether manifest and express themselves in our physical, emotional and mental bodies. Learn to use that awareness in bodywork. $450 for the series. See our website for details.
Saturday 11am-3pm
Earth Fest!
Jens Jensen Park & Ravinia Metra Station
1800 St. Johns Ave.
Highland Park, IL 60035
847.433.4875
www.hpearthfestival.org
amylohmolder at yahoo.com
Earth Fest!- an Earth Day celebration and sustainability festival. Organic food, live music, green speakers, games, rickshaw rides, and other fun activities! Learn current sustainable practices and green lifestyle options. Cosponsored by League of Women Voters HP, Oxfam America, and Ravinia Neighbors Association.
05.04 9am-3pm
Neale Donald Walsch workshop, God and Me: A Journey to Holy Ground, sponsored by Infinity Foundation
Highland Park Country Club
1201 Park Avenue West
Highland Park, IL 60035
847.831.8828
www.infinityfoundation.org
InfinFound at aol.com
Neale Donald Walsch will explore one’s most persistent questions about life and God, the soul’s purpose, and eternity. Lunch included.
05.04 7:30am
Palos Bank Southwest Half Marathon
Palos Heights, Ill., City Hall, Route 83 & 76th Avenue
773.868.3010
www.palosbankhalfmarathon.com
Inaugural half-marathon (13.1 miles) also features a community “Health Fair” from 10am-5pm the preceding day (May 3).
05.04 1-5pm
The 5th Annual Green Earth Fair
Green Earth Institute located at the McDonald Farm, owned by The Conservation Foundation, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville
www.GreenEarthInstitute.org
Celebrate spring and learn ways to be green in your daily life. Visit Green Earth Institute’s organic vegetable farm for speakers, exhibits, tours, entertainment, and children’s activities. Organic vegetable seedlings and native landscaping plants for sale. Free event and open to the public. Schedule posted at our website.
05.04 1-5pm
The 5th Annual Green Earth Fair
Green Earth Institute located at the McDonald Farm, owned by The Conservation Foundation, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville
www.GreenEarthInstitute.org
Visit Green Earth Institute’s organic farm for tours, speakers, exhibits, entertainment, children’s activities. Organic vegetable seedlings for sale. Free admission.
05.04 11am-12:15pm
EFT (EMOTIONAL FREEDOM)
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
www.SoderWorldWellness.com
soderworld234 at aol.com
Experience & Learn a simple, one minute tapping procedure for dropping old emotional baggage. Endorsed by Deepak Chopra & Mercola.
05.04 7-8:30pm
Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life
Insight Awareness
A Center For Self Discovery
18112 Martin Ave.
Homewood, IL 60430
708.957.1284
www.insightawareness.com
info at insightawareness.com
Join us each month and learn how to change your thoughts to feel more hopeful, self-confident and successful? Call Karen: $5.00 donation.
05.04 2:30pm
Problems of Work: A Free Scientology Service
Schaumberg Library
130 S. Roselle Road
Schaumburg, IL 60193
In the Aasmussen Room South
773.348.7788
basicsbookclub at yahoo.com
What is Confusion? What is the most basic law of work and living? Find out now at: The Problems of Work Seminar. To rsvp please e-mail your information.
05.04-05.10 9am-2pm
Stray Cat Strut & Adopt-A-Thon
Tree House
1212 W. Carmen
773.784.5488 x231
www.treehouseanimals.org
Join Tree House for the 3rd Annual Stray Cat Strut, a 5-mile walk to raise awareness of pet overpopulation that kicks off their week-long Adopt-A-Thon. The walk begins at the main headquarters and ends with an open house at the Bucktown branch (1629 N. Ashland). $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt, goody bag, light breakfast and refreshments.
Sundays in May 10:30-11:15am
Learn Meditation
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Draw greater peace & tranquility into your life through the study and practice of meditation.
Sundays in May 10:30-11:30am
Open Level Hatha Yoga with Bridget McGreal
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
Sundays 1:15-2:15pm
Open Level Hatha Yoga with Gosia Ryzewska
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
05.05 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. Beginners welcome. $45
05.05 7-9pm
Secrets to Lasting Intimacy
2031 W Warner Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773.525.5006
www.tantranova.com
tantranova at tantranova.com
This workshop will give you an insight in how to create lasting intimacy and how TantraNova can help you in making it happen.
Mondays 7-8:30pm
Intermediate/Continuing Hatha Yoga with Jeff Putnam
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
tom_otto at sbcglobal.net
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
05.06 12:30-1:30pm
Continuing T’ai Chi
Courts Plus
186 S. West Avenue
Elmhurst Il, 60126
630.833.5064
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
T’ai Chi for students that have completed a basic course. Learn sections 4-8 of the 24 posture Yang style form. Begins 5/6.
05.06 10:30-11:30am
Beginners T’ai Chi
Iowa Community Center
338 North Iowa Avenue
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
630.834.8970
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
New students welcome. Begins 5/6.
05.06 6:30-7:45pm
free Intro to Yoga Workshop
Logan Square
2569 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773.252.9740
balancedbodywellness.net
Attend intro to yoga workshop and learn basic breathing techniques, postures and mediation that make up a regular yoga class.
4 Tuesdays in May (6, 13, 20, 27) 10am-12pm
Ways to Stay Jung: A Creative Aging Series
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Topics include: Aging, Humor, and Celebration; Creating Meaning; Creativity; and Spirituality and Individuation.
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm
Restorative Yoga with Carol Swann
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
05.07 6-7pm
Free Workshop: Causes and Solutions to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Repetitive Strain Injury
Lincoln Park Public Library
1150 W. Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
312.440.0149
kelene.michalsen at pphcc.com
Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (Wrist pain), hand and finger pain are affecting more Americans than ever. Learn the causes and practical natural solutions to getting out of pain. If you have been suffering with any of these symptoms, you don’t want to miss this workshop.
05.07 5:30-7:30pm
Taste Tour of the Wines of the New World
560 W. Washington Boulevard, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60661
www.justgrapes.net
Get a taste of the New World at Just Grapes’ First Wednesday New World wine tasting. Some of the most popular wines sold in the U.S. come from the New World.
Wednesdays 6:30-8pm
Open Level Hatha Yoga with Agnieszka Miskiewicz
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago,IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
05.08 12:30-1:30pm
Beginners T’ai Chi
Courts Plus
186 S. West Avenue
Elmhurst Il, 60126
630.833.5064
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
New students welcome. Begins 5/8.
05.08 10:30-11:30am
Continuing T’ai Chi
Iowa Community Center
338 North Iowa Avenue
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
630.834.8970
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Continue your practice with sections 4-8 of the 24 posture Yang Style form. All abilities welcome.
05.08 11:45am-12:30pm
Simplified T’ai Chi
Courts Plus
186 S. West Avenue
Elmhurst Il, 60126
630.833.5064
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Seated or standing, get your energy flowing with this gentle relaxing exercise based on familiar T’ai Chi movements. Begins 5/8.
Thursdays 6:30-8pm
Hatha Yoga with Marguerite Griffin
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Gain greater flexibility, strength & vitality. Reduce stress. All welcome. First class FREE.
05.09 7pm
Tying the Knot with Reid Schultz
North Shore Unitarian Church
2100 Half Day Road (Rt.22)
Deerfield (just off I-94)
847.234.2460
www.nsuc.org
office at nsuc.org
See the film Tying the Knot, a documentary about gay marriage, followed by a lecture by film critic Reid Schultz. Learn what happens when people living in committed relationships are denied spousal rights. This film digs into the past and present to uncover the meaning of civil marriage in America.
05.09 9am-6pm
free acupuncture workshop for all moms for celebration of Mother’s Day!
Balanced Body Integrated Wellness
2569 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773.252.9740
www.balancedbodywellness.net
info at balancedbodywellness.net
Free acupuncture workshop includes consultation, history and examination, tongue and pulse diagnosis for Qi imbalance and acupuncture treatment.
05.09-05.10
Symposium on Social Issue Media
Northwestern University, Evanston IL
1870 Campus Drive
Evanston Campus
www.inspirefilms.org/symposium
symposium at inspirefilms.org
The 2008 Symposium on Social Issue Media will provide a two-day forum to critically examine the field of social issue media, examining issues of media ethics, representation, and responsibility. The symposium will allow students, artists, activists, and scholars to connect and work towards combining media with social change.
05.10 1-4pm
Totem Animal Ceremony: Snake
downtown Chicago
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Honor the healing earth wisdom of Snake through shamanic meditation, drumming, singing, and body movement. Beginners welcome. $45
05.10 9am-5pm
Towards Saving the Honeybee: A Holistic Beekeeping Workshop
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
At this workshop you will learn beekeeping methods proven to increase the honeybee’s health and vitality. Please pre-register. $95.
05.10 12-4pm
Honoring the Mother Within: Creator, Protector, Nurturer - $100 with light lunch from Conscious Catering
Allyu Spa, 600 W Chicago Ave, Riverwalk, 60610 (entrance on Larrabee at Riverwalk Entrance)
312.755.1313
www.allyuspa.com
info at allyuspa.com
Each woman carries the energy of the divine Mother. We will explore the heritage of the archetype and learn to claim these strengths in our own lives. Beadnik Bead Store will assist in making an intentional bracelet of beauty and strength. Come alone or with family or friends!
05.10 9am-4pm
Downers Grove Organic Gardeners Plant Sale
Hummer Park
4833 Fairview Avenue
Downers Grove
www.dgorganicgardeners.blogspot.com/
Start your garden right with annuals, perennials, vegetables, and herbs.
05.10 11am-6pm
Healthy Living Spring Festival
Lake Street Church
607 Lake Street (at Chicago Ave)
Evanston Il
847.866.2088
healthylivingfestival.com
info at ethicalplanet.com
Awaken your senses with energy healers,
healthy vegetarian foods, intuitive readings, cruelty-free items, organic skin care, beautiful jewelry, and more!
05.10 2-3pm
Join the World’s Largest Fair Trade Coffee Break!
746 N. LaSalle and throughout the City
312.264.1625
www.greenheartshop.org
info at greenheartshop.org
For World Fair Trade Day on Saturday May 10th, people around the world will participate in the World’s largest fair trade coffee break to celebrate Fair Trade products. At 2pm on May 10th, Greenheart is hosting a fair trade coffee break at our store. Come join us!
05.11 11am-12:15pm
Dowsing Class
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte. 83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
SoderWorldWellness.com
Joann at joannSeckus.com
Joann Seckus, gifted palmist, will demonstrate & teach the ancient art of dowsing. Fascinating lecture and workshop.
05.11 10am-5:30pm
I.M.U. Workshop about Addictions
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
From a Habit-Driven state to Inner Freedom. The workshop will include active and silent meditation exercises.
05.11
Forget Flowers for Mother’s Day, Treat Mom to Something She Can Sink Her Teeth Into at Texas de Brazil
5 Woodfield Shopping Center, Suite D312, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and now is the chance to treat mom to a meal that she can really enjoy. Texas de Brazil provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal featuring their signature Churrascaria-style gourmet meats.
05.11 1-3pm
Mother’s Day for Peace
Harmony Park, Dowtown Arlington Heights, Corner of Vail and Campbell Avenues
nwscholisticmoms at gmail.com
Northwest Suburban Holistic Moms Network and Mothers Acting Up present a celebration to reclaim Mother’s Day and restore its original purpose and meaning, thereby engaging mothers (and others) to move from concern to action on behalf of the world’s children.
Monday Afternoons 4:15pm
Yoga for Kids with Kelly Baker at Taj Yoga
Taj Yoga in
The Old Crown Hill Elementary School Building
9250 14th Ave NW, Rm 2
Seattle, WA 98117
206.789.9642
www.tajyoga.com
Ages 7 to 12 years
Yoga for Kids is a fun, noncompetitive way for children to build self esteem, and to increase strength, coordination, and flexibility. Class introduces tools for relaxation and stress management.
05.13 6:30-8:30pm
NW Suburban Holistic Moms Network
HomeFirst Health Services
2000 Golf Road
Rolling Meadows, IL
www.holisticmoms.org
nwscholisticmoms at gmail.com
Learn the benefits of eating locally, for you and the earth through Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)!
05.13 6:30-7:30pm
Free Workshop: The Revolutionary Cleanse
The Newberry Library
60 W. Walton
312.440.0149
peakperformancecleanse.info/
kelene.michalsen at pphcc.com
In this powerful workshop you will learn:
- Why diets don’t work - Why eating fat doesn’t make you fat - What hormones are out of control in your body - How to regain your energy and vitality - And much, much more.
05.13 7
Work with the Chopra Center for Wellbeing
2954 N Racine Ave - 1F
(Corner of Racine and Wellington)
Chicago, IL
312.720.5001
www.zrii.com
leslie at zfreedom.com
Come to an opportunity meeting about spreading the word of wellness through a new Ayurvedic product endorsed by The Chopra Center. Formulated by a team a Ayurvedic practitioners and Doctors (including Dr. David Simon) this is a drink that “enlivens the senses.” Free samples available.
05.13-05.15
CTI’s Co-Active Fundamentals
The Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd
Itasca, IL 60143
800.691.6008
www.thecoaches.com
admissions at thecoaches.com
CTI is the largest in-person coach training school and the only to teach CTI’s ground-breaking Co-Active® Coaching Model. Whether you’re looking for an accredited coach training program, professional coaching certification, or powerful coaching skills, you will find it with CTI.
05.14 7-8:10pm
Athletic Yoga in the ’Hood
Independence Park
3945 N Springfield Ave.
Chicago, 60618
773.478.5696
www.independenceyoga.com
valbarry at sbcglobal.net
Beginning/Continuing Students
$48 6 WK Session(starts 5/14) or $10 Drop-In
Hatha Yoga w/ Core Strengthening
Carol Valentino-Barry, RYT 500 Hrs
05.14 6:30-9:30pm
EFT WORKSHOP
Insight Awareness
18112 Martin
Homewood, IL
708.957.1284
www.InsightAwareness.com
Valerie at InsightAwareness.com
Experience and Learn simple yet powerful releasing techniques for stress, fears, worries, colon, back, grief, PTSD, etc. All are released.
05.14 7-9pm
“L’Chayim” A Discussion on “Greening” our Homes and Schools
Am Yisrael
4 Happ Road
Northfield, IL
847.853.8889
www.ncjwcns.org
communityservice at ncjwcns.org
”L’Chayim” focuses on the connection between Judaism and Environmentalism, keeping your home, lawn, garden and school healthy through alternative pest control methods, and advocacy for laws and policies to support healthier home and school environments. $5 suggested donation. This event is co-sponsored by NCJW, JECNS, and Am Yisrael.
05.14 9am-4pm
Chicago Celebrates World Fair Trade Day
Daley Plaza
50 W Washington St
Chicago, IL 60602
312.212.1760
www.ChicagoFairTrade.org
Njones at ChicagoFairTrade.org
Chicagoans will learn more about fair trade, shop from 25 fair trade organizations, hear firsthand the positive effects fair trade has had on the lives of cocoa and coffee farmers, and learn ways in which they can help make Chicago a fair trade city.
05.14 6:15pm
Special Cooking Demonstration by Ecole Ritz Escoffier Chefs
Calihan Catering is located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood at 833 West Haines, Chicago Illinois 60622
312.337.1070
Web site
cferrier at af-chicago.org
The Ecole Ritz Escoffier - without a doubt the most famous school of gastronomy in the world - will prepare an exceptional dinner with the finest ingredients.
This event is organized by the Alliance Française de Chicago.
Alliance Française members: $60, General Public: $75
05.14 7-8pm
Restoring Your Youth Seminar - Zrii, The Original Amalaki
Panera Bread
25 Rice Lake Square
Wheaton, IL 60187
312.720.5001
www.zscienceoflife .com
zriiaskme at gmail.com
Eric Allen, Zrii’s top Independent Executive in the Midwest will be here to answer questions about why Zrii in hot now. A casual, fun and informative meeting, no pressure - with free samples and take-aways. Phone: 630-653-7290.
05.15 6:30-7:30pm
Small Fry Science
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
www.cityofevanston.org
Parents and children age 4-6 learn about animal adaptations through experiments, activities and projects. Fee: $12.
05.15 6:30pm
A Global Warning: Understanding Climate Change
West Lobby
Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
312.665.7400
Web site
comer at fieldmuseum.org
Drought. Famine. Extinction. These are the realities we face as we witness the devastating impact climate change is having on the world and its people. Join WGN’s John Williams as he moderates a discussion with experts in geophysics, ecology and policy.
05.15 7pm
Chicago Healers: Answers to Food Allergies
Lakeview Whole Foods Market
3300 N Ashland Avenue
Chicago, Il 60657
Make a change this season and learn more about food allergies and ways to help them. ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Dr. Martha Howard, MD, will provide insight on preventative medicine, environmental medicine and allergies. Dr. Howard is the founder of Medical Director of Wellness Associates of Chicago (www.wellnessofchicago.com).
05.15 7pm
Chicago Healers: Answers to Food Allergies
Lakeview Whole Foods Market
3300 N Ashkand Ave
Chicago, Il 60657
Make a change this season and learn more about food allergies and ways to help them. ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Dr. Martha Howard, MD, will provide insight on preventative medicine, environmental medicine and allergies.
05.15-05.18
Rhythms of the Feminine Soul
Techny Towers
2001 Waukegan Rd
Techny, IL 60082
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
This retreat is geared toward women interested in taking a short time-out to nourish and restore inner balance
05.16 6:30-8:30pm
Planning a Family Camping Trip
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
www.cityofevanston.org
Family camping trips should be fun not stressful. Find out what to bring and what NOT to bring. Then make your own sizzle burger and dessert. Fee: $12/person.
05.16-05.18
Srivatsa Ramaswami, Sarvanga Sadhana
Chicago Yoga Center
3047 N Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773.327.3650
www.yogamind.com
info at yogamind.com
The ancient teachings of Yoga.
Ramaswami studied with Krishnamacharya over 36 years in India. Practice, Lecture, Mantra Yoga, Visesha Vinyasas. Friday, 7:30-9:30PM, Saturday, Sunday, 2-5PM.
05.16-05.18
Living With Intention workshop
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel, 1551 N Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Chicago, IL 60173
866.547.3309
www.theintentionworkshops.com
cs at livingthefield.com
Lynne McTaggart, author of spiritual best-sellers ’The Field’ and ’The Intention Experiment’, leads a weekend workshop into the secrets of living with intention.
05.16-05.18
Quest - Leadership begins here.
Chicago, IL
800.691.6008
www.thecoaches.com
admissions at thecoaches.com
Since 1992, The Coaches Training institute has impacted the lives and careers of thousands of managers, leaders, and coaches. QUEST is an exploration of discovery and purpose. Define your true self, understand where you are going, and learn the skills you’ll need to make your purpose real in the world.
05.17 1-4pm
Cheesemaking
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
This hands-on workshop in our farm setting will introduce the process of cheese making from start to finish. Please pre-register. $60.
05.17 10am-12pm
Baby Plants and Animals
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Families tour our spring vegetables, meet baby animals, and pot up a present to bring home. Please pre-register. $8/family member
05.17 1-5pm
Parenting: It Takes All Types
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
In this hands-on workshop participants explore their Myers- Briggs typology and their family’s to enhance and improve parenting skills.
05.17 7:30pm
”The Real Dirt on Farmer John” Alternative Cinema
Clarus Center
Cantera Lakes Office Center
28379 Davis Parkway Suite 801
Warrenville, IL
630.334.7826
www.breatheinc.com
bjsadtler at breatheinc.com
Documentary about the birth and growth of an organic farm in northern Illinois. World-wide acclaim for this outrageous film.
05.17 11am-3pm
Live a Green Life Day
Corners of South and West Streets
East Troy, Wisconsin
262.763.8477 x43
www.fieldsneighborhood.org
phocking at shorewest.com
Interested in finding out what it would be like to life the green life you’ve imagined? Come Live a Green Life Day at Fields Neighborhood’s featuring green housing, walking trails, farm tours to pick your own flowers or produce. Enjoy straw bale building and biodynamic gardening demos.
05.17 1-4pm
Tibetan Healing Circle
Blue Beryl Dharma Center
1741 W. Columbia Ave., Chicago 60626
773.262.8191
www.blueberyl.org
blueberyl at sbcglobal.net
Traditional Tibetan Healing with Medicine Buddha. Taught by visionary spiritual teacher and holistic healing practitioner Lama Lobsang Palden. Workshop includes Medicine Buddha empowerment, torma offerings, meditation, and healing techniques. Rinpoche was born in Tibet and educated at Tashi Kyil Monastery.
05.17 2:30-4:30pm
Free Urban Wildlife Workshop
Northside College Prep, 5501 N. Kedzie, Chicago
773.545.8136
www.urbanwildlifecoalition.org
urbanwildlifecoalition at gmail.com
Help keep urban wildlife safe. Expert advice for injured or orphaned animals. Gardening tips to attract or deter wildlife.
05.17-05.18
Stillness Moves™ - Move from your own Wisdom
Soulistic Studio Spa / Movement Room
805 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622
928.274.0386
www.stillnessmoves.com
Experience the fundamentals that define your movement, work with these to continuously embody new potential, evolve and align your practice with your needs and aspirations.
Stillness Moves is an embodiment path where practice, inquiry and contemplation are one.
Pre registration required.
12 NCBTMB CEhours
05.17-05.18 10am-8pm
Chicago Green Festivals
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
828.236.0324 x122
www.greenfestivals.org
volunteer at greenfestivals.org
Chicago Green Festival-Volunteer!
May 17-18, an event committed to the movement towards a just and sustainable society.
www.greenfestivals.org/volunteer
05.17-05.18 9:30am-5:30pm
Introduction to Esogetic Colorpuncture - Bodymind Healing with Color and Light
Equilibrium Center
Dearborn Station, 47 Polk Ave, Suite M-5
Chicago, Illinois
530.362.6908
www.colorpuncture.org
abhmanohar at sbcglobal.net
Colorpuncture is an advanced healing technology, in which colored light is applied to acupuncture points. The system combines concepts of Chinese medicine with discoveries in modern light biophysics and certain esoteric healing principles. Intro class teaches basic theories, entry-level treatments and offers hands-on practical experience. Please call to preregister.
05.17-05.18 10am-3pm
Power of the Divine Feminine
2031 W Warner Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773.525.5006
www.tantranova.com
tantranova at tantranova.com
FOR WOMEN ONLY! Rediscover a joyful aliveness within, grounded connection with yourself, spontaneous playfulness and your sensuous feminine Being!
05.17-05.18 10am-5pm
Breema: The Art of Being Present
Zen Shiatsu Chicago
825A Chicago, Evanston
773.726.8733
breema.com
listeningtouch at yahoo.com
Revitalize yourself with Breema exercises and bodywork as you practice using Breema’s universally harmonizing principles. Enjoy one or both days.
05.17-05.18
Buddha’s Birthday Festival
1710 W. Cornelia Ave.
Chicago (near Lincoln & Addison)
773.528.8685
www.ZenBuddhistTemple.org
chicago at zenbuddhisttemple.org
Buddha’s 2552nd Birthday Celebration! Street Parade, Public Forum, Vegetarian Feast & Burning Karma Kabaret (reservations required), Meditation Service & more. Peace & Happiness Street Parade; Public Forum: “The Dharma of Illness;” Vegetarian Feast/Live Performance; Introduction to Zen Workshop; Book Sale.
05.17-05.18 10:30am-5:30pm
Manifesting & Abundance
Harmony Yoga Reiki Center
5024 Elm Street
Skokie, IL
847.438.2529
www.christinesonnen.com
christinesonnen at sbcglobal.net
This is a Thetahealing workshop. Vianna was told, “It is time to prepare people for abundance.” Stop letting your subconscious sabotage you and your mind block you to keep you safe. Lack of money is as bad as any illness, because it means lack of progress.
05.17-06.27 6pm
Every Day People
5205 N. Clark
kristen at gracePRgroup.com
Every Day People is LGBT themed exhibit that focuses on how gender and sexuality are embedded in the banal and mundane aspects of every day life. It features work by artists Brooke Barnett, Sean Fader, Doug Ischar, Molly Landreth and Jared Buckhiester.
Saturday 5/17, 5/24, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21 2-4pm
The Option Method For Happiness
Insight Awareness
Center For Self Discovery
18112 Martin Ave.
Homewood, IL 60430
708.957.1284
www.insightawareness.com
infor at insightawareness.com
Learn an empowering life-skill that you can use any time to increase your joy, self-confidence and peace of mind. $90
05.18 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. Third Sunday every month.
05.18 12:30-4pm
Susan and Tatiana: Chakra 4 and 5 - $90 or 2/$160
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
Come join Susan and Tatiana for a deep exploration of what lies within your creative realms. Through the use of self awareness exercises, guided meditations and soul dancing we will support the reawakening of the shakti core to flow back into heart, body and spirit.
05.18 7am
Rockford Marathon
State Street and Wyman, Rockford, IL
800.554.4160
www.rockfordmarathon.com
Illinois’ 3rd largest city hosts its first marathon in more than two decades. Also includes on-site sports expo.
05.18 1-2:15pm
Gurdjieff Unveiled: An Overview and Introduction to Gurdjieff’s Teaching Gurdjieff Unveiled
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempster Street
Evanston IL 60201
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
This intro to the Greek-Armenian mystic G. I. Gurdjieff will examine states of consciousness and how to move beyond fear. Five Consecutive Sundays
05.18 10am-5:30pm
Meditation Workshop with Bhashkar Perinchery
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
The Source of Joy Within. This workshop will open up new visions and will help find a new way of experiencing life.
05.19 9pm
Full-Moon Meditation with Bhashkar Perinchery
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
The full moon meditation night is a 3-cycle meditation. The meditation will initially be guided by Bhashkar Perinchery.
Monday - Friday, May19-23 12am-5pm
Teacher Training in Vinyasa Yoga, with Srivatsa Ramaswami
Chicago Yoga Center
3047 N Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773.327.3650
www.yogamind.com
info at yogamind.com
Vinyasa Krama Yoga Teacher Training with a Master Teacher from India.
500 vinyasas in 10 classical sequences will be taught.
05.20 4:30-5:30pm
Discover the Secrets of Chinese Therapy Balls
Courts Plus
186 S. West Avenue
Elmhurst Il, 60126
630.833.5064
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Prevent arthritis, rheumatism, & Alzheimers. Discover relaxation & stress reduction.
05.20 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 drumming, singing and meditation. Beginners welcome. $45
05.20 8am-5pm
Green Computing Summit 2008
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005
800.746.0099
Web site
event_info at 1105govinfo.com
This two-part series held May 20th and December 2nd will address how public sector IT managers, procurement officials, program managers and public sector professionals can transform their IT and data center operations into more environmentally-conscious yet efficient solutions.
05.20 7-8:30pm
Commanding Wealth Circle
Teleconference
847.438.2529
www.christinesonnen.com
christinesonnen at sbcglobal.net
Come and ramp up your inherent manifesting abilities by removing conscious and subconscious blocks and being empoweringly supported to actualize your dreams. Learn/continue using a powerful aspect of The Commanding Wealth seminar – The Wealth Circle.
05.20-05.25
5-Day Meditation Retreat in Michigan
1418 W Howard St., Chicago
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
This meditation retreat is all about not becoming limited by the logical, rational approach of the mind.
05.21 6-8:30pm
The Fight for the Right: Women, Voting, and Elections in America
Jane Addams Hull-House Museum
Residents’ Dining Hall
800 S Halsted St
Chicago
312.422.5580
www.thepublicsquare.org
events at prairie.org
The Public Square at the IHC co-hosts a discussion about women’s voting rights in America. Includes a partial screening of ONE WOMAN, ONE VOTE, followed by a panel and Q&A. Free. Open to the public. Reservations required.
05.21 7-8:30pm
ThetaHealing Telelconference - Clearing Allergies Part 2
Teleconference
847.438.2529
www.christinesonnen.com
christinesonnen at sbcglobal.net
We will examine and clear allergies and other ways our bodies are offended. We will pull shock and trauma for allergies as necessary. We will talk about ways to make sure the allergy is cleared permanently.
05.22 7-9pm
Seminar: Intro to Homeopathy for Chronic Illnesses
Grace United Methodist Church
300 E Gartner Rd, Naperville
(East of the Washington/Gartner intersection)
630.717.0500
www.dupagehomeopathic.com
drpolich at dupagehomeopathic.com
Learn how homeopathy can help eliminate chronic illness naturally. Homeopathy is a unique medicine different from herbals or nutrition, energizing the body to heal itself. Homeopathy helps most chronic illnesses including:
•Chronic Pain
•Ear Infections
•Eczema
•Insomnia
•Asthma
•Anxiety/Depression
•Allergies
•Headaches/Migraines
•Menstrual Pain
•Hot Flashes
Registration required.
05.22
The North Suburban YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign Dinner
at Allgauer’s in the Northbrook Hilton, Northbrook, Illinois
847.272.7250
chenning at nsymca.org
Last year’s dinner raised an astounding $189,000 in scholarship and fee abatements for families in need of assistance to participate in programs.
05.22 7-8:30pm
Indoor Composting with Worms
True Nature Foods
6034 N. Broadway
Chicago, Il 60660
773.465.6400
www.truenaturefoods.com
greenlifechicago at gmail.com
Cost: $12 (includes worm bin)
Composting is a terrific way to divert food scraps from landfills and produce rich compost.
Participants in this workshop will:
• Learn the benefits of composting and the basics of maintaining a worm bin
• Prepare a worm bin to take home
RSVP by May 12
05.22-05.25 9am-5:30pm
Introduction to Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral BioDynamics of Evanston
725 Washington
Evanston
847.328.8433
www.craniosacralevanston.com
info at craniosacralevanston.com
This class is for anyone curious about the biodynamic model of craniosacral therapy. You will be introduced to and work with: foundation principles, appropriate boundaries and contact, perceptual levels (the Fluid Body, Primary Respiration, Dynamic Stillness) and relevant embryology. Refer to our website for more information.
05.22-06.22
The Prisoner’s Dilemma
Theatre Mir at West Studio Theatre, Raven Theatre Complex, 6157 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60660
312.458.9855
www.theatremir.com
Two sides battle for the fate of a country in David Edgar’s epic drama about peace, war and negotiation. Chicago premiere. The inaugural production of Theatre Mir, dedicating to encouraging discussion about global, social and political issues through theatre productions, humanities events and educational programs.
05.23 7-9pm
Hello from Heaven
EnLightened Healing Center
8600 W. 159th St., Suite 15, Orland Park, IL 60462
708.364.8887
enlightenedhealingcenter.com
info at enlightenedhealingcenter.com
Join Diana Harris for an intimate evening of connecting to your loved ones that have “passed on” in a group setting. The gathering is small, so that everyone is ensured personal attention and receives a message. The format is similar to John Edwards “Crossing Over” gallery concept. Seating is limited.
05.23-05.25
3-day Buddhist Retreat and Thrice Yearning Ceremony
Amitabha Buddhist Library in Chicago
2753-2755 W. Maple Avenue
Lisle, IL 60532
630.428.9941
www.amitabhalibrary.org
library at amitabhalibrary.org
5th Anniversary Celebration includes a 2-day chanting practice and a Thrice Yearning Ceremony on the 3rd day. Details at: www.amitabhalibrary.org/UpComingEvents/5thAnniversary.pdf. (Thrice Yearning Ceremony at Meadow Glens Elementary Gym on 5/25/08)
05.23-05.25 9:30am-5pm
Basic ThetaHeaing DNA Class
4950 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago
http://sunhealer.blogspot.com/2008/04/thetahealing-sweet-home-chicago.html
773.275.1810
www.sunhealer.com
margaretloris at earthlink.net
Learn to heal with Source’s love, power, and assistance and live the life you dream. Loved ones too!
05.23-05.31 9am-5pm
Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters
The Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
312.922.9410
www.fieldmuseum.org
From earthquakes and volcanoes to hurricanes and tornadoes, nature’s forces have shaped our dynamic planet. Uncover the causes of these natural disasters and find out how people cope and adapt in the aftermath. In this interactive exhibition, all of nature’s power is on display at The Field Museum.
05.24 10am-12pm
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. $15
05.24 1-4pm
Kids with Cob
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Build model homes using a mixture of clay, sand and straw, called “cob.” Please pre-register. $10/family member
05.24 6pm
Drum Journey to Mother Earth with Greg Christian
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
$25, proceeds going to the Organic School Project. Allow yourself to be guided by the deeply rooting sound of the drum, visit with Mother Earth and see what she has to say to you! Let Greg Christian teach you about your role in healing yourself and your community by living a more sustainable life.
05.24 12:30-5pm
What’s in a Name?- Exploring your Soul Blueprint
EnLightened Healing Center
8600 W. 159th St., Suite 15, Orland Park, IL 60462
708.364.8887
enlightenedhealingcenter.com
info at enlightenedhealingcenter.com
What does your name reveal about you? Our names reveal our true spiritual essence and affect the energies within our lives. This course will serve as a vehicle for spiritual self-discovery. Additionally, each participant will receive a Soul Record mini-reading. Please bring your birth name/date. Class details on website. $75
05.25 4-6pm
Gaia Spirit Circle with Aliess
Evanston, IL
847.869.6477
www.earthjoy.gaia.com
aliess at ameritech.net
Come, bring your heart, bring your voice. Bring your hopes and dreams for radiant community. Come together in circle to anchor greater love on Earth and enjoy our evolution and unfolding toward a radiantly, harmonious community where we are free to love one another with divine purpose.
05.25 10am-4pm
Astrology of Relationships
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Learn how astrology can tell you about the physical and mental chemistry between two individuals, how to look for strengths and weaknesses that exist in the charts, and how to focus on those strengths while neutralizing the more difficult areas between individuals. Can also be taken by CD. Mary Whitney
05.25-05.31
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Benefit
Chicago location, 1139 N. State St.; North Shore locations, 2601 Aviator Ln., Glenview; and at The Shops on Butterfield in the Yorktown Center, 310 Yorktown Center, Lombard.
312.943.0333
natalie at zapwater.com
RA will donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale of various food/beverage items to benefit St. Jude.
05.27 7pm
Chicago Healers: Feng Shui for the Family
Northbrook Whole Foods Market
840 Willow Road, Suite M
Northbrook, Il 60062
With the seasons changing, many people are interested in making change in their lives. ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Dr. Andie Pearson, DDS, will provide insight on how Feng Shui works at home to organize and optimize the energy flow and provide the most positive results.
05.28 7-9:30pm
Civic Cinema: At the Death House Door
Thorne Auditorium
Northwestern University Law School
375 E Chicago Ave
Chicago
312.422.5580
www.thepublicsquare.org
events at prairie.org
The Public Square at the IHC co-hosts a screening of Kartemquin Films’ new documentary AT THE DEATH HOUSE DOOR, followed by a discussion featuring Rev. Carroll Pickett, Tribune reporter Steve Mills, filmmakers Peter Gilbert and Steve James, and Rob Warden. Free. Open to the public. Reservations required.
05.29 7-10pm
Dating for Nerds
The Spot, 4437 N. Broadway Ave
312.265.6085
www.nerdsatheart.com
nerdsatheart at gmail.com
Play board games and trivia quizzes with other smart singles. Admission includes a cocktail, and chances to win nerdy prizes!
05.29 7-9pm
Finding Your Parachute in the Second Half of Life with Richard Bolles and Richard Leider, Life-planning Experts
Old St. Patrick’s Church, 700 West Adams, Chicago
312.831.9350
crossroads-center.org
martinac at oldstpats.org
Richard Bolles, best selling author of What Color is Your Parachute? and Richard Leider, life-work coaching pioneer, engage in a conversation about mission and calling in the second half of life. The program includes a brief and inspiring concert by Chicago’s Harmony, Hope and Healing Choir.
05.30 6:30-9pm
Angel Therapy & EFT Relief
Angels Among Us
7112 W. 171st St.
Tinley Park, IL
708.444.8335
www.AngelsAmongUsOnLine.com
tommyatw at aol.com
Angel Therapy Practitioner, Denise Sutherland, for Spiritual Guidance and EFT for Emotional release. Great combination.
05.30 8am-4pm
Finding Your Parachute in the Second Half of Life Full-Day Workshop
Old St. Patrick’s Church, 700 West Adams, Chicago
312.831.9350
crossroads-center.org
martinac at oldstpats.org
A full-day workshop with Richard Bolles, author What Color is Your Parachute?, and Richard Leider to find new ways to live and work with greater purpose in the second half of life. Presented by Crossroads Center and Chicago Life Opportunities Initiative in cooperation with MetLife Mature Market Institute.
05.30-06.01 9am-5pm
ThetaHealing Basic 1 & 2 - Certification Class
Infinite Light Wellness Center
251 8th Street NW, Suite A,
Elk River, MN
847.438.2529
www.christinesonnen.com
christinesonnen at sbcglobal.net
A workshop that will truly teach you how to heal yourself and others, clearing obstacles to wellness. You will take your intuitive abilities to a new level. Become a Certified Theta Healing Practitioner. Private healing sessions are available by phone or in person.
Contact Christine at (847) 438-2529
05.31 1-4pm
Saga Dawa Family Dharma Festival
Blue Beryl Dharma Center, 1741 W. Columbia Ave., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.8191
www.blueberyl.org
patricia at blueberyl.org
Renew your family’s spiritual connection on Shakyamuni Buddha’s birthday with yoga, meditation and more. All ages. $25 per family.
05.31 9am-5pm
Introduction to Biodynamic Agriculture
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org/calendar.html
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
An introduction to the comprehensive ecological methods behind the world-wide biodynamic farming movement through hands-on activities. Please pre-register.
$90
05.31 1pm
Yin Yoga Workshop
4663 N. Rockwell St.
Chicago, IL 60625
773.463.
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Join Robyn for a meditative practice that requires no pushing or strain. Yin Yoga incorporates long, passive holding in asana to penetrate the body deeper than the muscle tissue and to access spaciousness and energy.
05.31-06.01 12-6pm
Metu Neter Vol 3 Book Release
Ausar Auset Society Cultural Center
2108 E 71st St (2nd Floor)
Chicago, IL 60649
773.507.4470
heruhefenu at gmail.com
In celebration of the release of his newest book, “METU NETER Vol 3,” Ra Un Nefer Amen will lecure in Chicago.
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