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17 things to do on 5/11/2008

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!

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.

04.09-05.14 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.

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.

05.11 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.

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