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16 things to do on 5/10/2008

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

03.25-05.27 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!

04.09-05.14 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!

04.17-05.31 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.

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.

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!

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