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23 things to do on 6/8/2008

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.

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.

05.17-06.27 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.

05.22-06.14 pm
Sweet Confinement Presented by Sinnerman Ensemble
The Side Project, 1439 W Jarvis Ave., Chicago, IL 60626.
773.728.3361
www.sinnermanensemble.com
sinnermanensemble at yahoo.com
SiNNERMAN Ensemble presents their second production, the world premiere of “Sweet Confinement,” written by Artistic Director Anna Carini and directed by Anna Bahow, a violent, funny and heartbreaking journey of five twenty-something friends.

06.01-06.22
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.

06.06-06.08 5-1:30pm
Living Deeply: The Art and Science of Transformation in Every Day Life Signature Workshop
Techny Towers Conference and Retreat Center, 2001 Waukegan Rd., Techny, IL
707.779.8212
www.livingdeeply.org
cfarrell at noetic.org
Sponsored by Institute of Noetic Sciences. Presented by authors Marilyn Mandala Schlitz, PhD, Cassandra Vieten, PhD. Registration required. CEUs available.

06.06-06.08
Jeff Fest
Higgins & Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
8th annual community fest in Chicago’s Jefferson Park neigborhood features food, music, activities for kids and arts & crafts. Performing on Friday night: rock legends Foghat. Hours vary. $5 donation.

06.06-06.08
BreakThrough Weekend Retreat for Men Victories of the Heart
Camp Emmaus in Mount Morris, IL
312.604.5013
www.victoriesoftheheart.net
admin at victoriesoftheheart.net
Victories of the Heart has helped over 4,000 men achieve real and positive change with our BreakThrough Weekend for Men. During this powerful retreat led by experienced facilitators, a man can find a safe, supportive place to share his thoughts, explore his feelings, deepen his connections, and renew his spirit.

06.06-06.10 6:45pm
The Secret of the Breath- The Art of Living Course
Chicago, Schaumburg, Lisle, Park Ridge (in Polish), Milwaukee
312.384.1001
www.artofliving.org
chicago at us.artofliving.org
Discover how to Calm the Mind, manage the emotions, live in the present, & bring joy & success to life!

06.06-06.15 10am-9pm
Little City Used Book Sale
4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, IL, 60077
847.221.7856
www.LittleCityBookSale.com
booksale at littlecity.org
The Little City Used Book Sale is the largest event of its kind in Illinois with more than 200,000 used books, comics and collectible magazines. The weeklong sale will feature dozens of authors appearances, readings and children’s events.

06.07-06.08 10:30am-7pm
Body Chakra Spirit Fair
The Chakra Shoppe
5034 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
773.271.3054
www.chakrashoppe.com
info at chakrashoppe.com
Free Lectures, free snacks, video screenings and sessions for $1 per minute. Chakra Analysis and Healing, Akashic Records Readings, Tarot Readings, Chinese Energy Healing, Reiki, Massage & More!

06.07-06.13
2008 Bicycle Commuter Challenge
Chicagoland
www.biketraffic.org
The Bicycle Commuter Challenge dares organizations to earn the highest percentage of employees to use their bike for some or all of their commute during Bike to Work Week, June 7-13. Winners announced at August ceremony. Biking is healthy, green and fun!

06.08 1:30-4:30pm
Angels & EFT
SoderWorld Healing Arts Center
9300 S. Rte.83
Hinsdale, IL
630.455.5885
tommyatw at aol.com
Relieve stress/anxiety. Angel Therapist, Denise, can hear Your angels telling you your major subliminal block. Then release with EFT (Emotional Freedom).

06.08 2-3:30pm
Tibetan Buddhist Meditation at Exhale
exhale mindbodyspa
945 N. State St., Chicago 60610
312.753.6500
www.exhalespa.com
blueberyl at sbcglobal.net
Lama Lobsang Palden leads a puja. Lama was born in Tibet and educated at Tashi Kyil Monastery. More at www.lamalobsang.com.

06.08 3-5pm
Reception and Dialogue with Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) President, Vice President for Research and Education and Research Psychologist
Unity in Chicago, 1925 W. Thome Ave. Chicago
lmontei at att.net
Join the Chicago Community Group for a compelling afternoon of conversation with James O’Dea, Marilyn Schlitz, Cassandra Vieten. RSVP.

06.08 1:30-3:30pm
Nancy Lee Bentley presents-Truly Cultured
Stelle, IL (90 minutes south of downtown Chicago)
708.828.4325
Web site
julie at centerforsustainablecommunity.org
Rejuvenating Taste, Health & Community with Naturally Fermented Foods. Learn how favorite foods can be more healthy and delicious, as well as
fundamental preventive medicine and real health insurance.

06.08 8am
Palos Community Hospital Band on the Run “Run”
153rd Street & West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
17th annual event with bands along the course route also features a free kids’ dash. Proceeds benefit Illinois affiliate of Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization.

06.08 9am-3pm
Bump, Set, Spike for St. Jude!
North Avenue Beach, Chicago, 60610
312.643.2460
friendsofstjude.org/chicago/
stjudeauxiliaryboard at yahoo.com
St. Jude Auxiliary Board’s Bump, Set, Spike beach volleyball fundraising tournament. This event will take place at North Avenue Beach. Teams will consist of two guys and two girls. All proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Cost: $100 Per Team

06.08 2-4pm
Tantric revelation: Mantra and Yantra Yoga
505 S Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL
818.303.5172
realitydiscovery.org
Singing mystical sounds while holding each other’s hands. Bring your drum, udu, tambourine. Sanskrit and Tantra study. Yantra visualization. Meditation.

06.08 11am-1pm
Kala Parinama: Revelation of the Mystery of Time
Palatine Community Center, Room 2A,
250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, IL
818.303.5172
realitydiscovery.org
Understanding the nature of Time. Powerful practice leading to transcendence of Time limitations and acquisition of the power over Time.

06.08 12-3pm
Vegetarian and Vegan Cooking Classes
1418 W Howard St
Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.9503
www.Lake-Side-Cafe.com
amona at lake-side-cafe.com
Learn how to cook a balanced meal with what this season has to offer.

06.08 9:30am
Walk in the Park
Lincoln Park, just north of the intersection of LaSalle and Stockton.
312.604.7234
www.littlebrotherschicago.org
walkinthepark at littlebrotherschicago.org
Join Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly for our Second Annual Walk in the Park - a day to walk, picnic and visit with old and new friends. Join in the fun and fundraising on Sunday, June 8, 2008 in Lincoln Park.

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