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Monday, July 7

SUMMER KIDS YOGA CAMP ~ JULY 7-11 We dig kids! Get your

kids to explore the joy of yoga with the dynamic duo of Jessica DiLorenzo

and Julian DeVoe. Storytelling * Yoga * Meditation * Music * Games *

Green Smoothies * Community Garden * Laughter * Arts & Crafts

Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm (extended hours available) Sign up now!

Call 609.460.4222 or go www.digyoga.com

Wednesday, July 9

FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING RESTORATIVE YOGA WITH

JILLIAN PRANSKY Perfect for new yoga teachers as well as body

workers, nurses, physical and occupational therapists. This training offers

a clear understanding of how to build a healing restorative practice, and

includes: science of the relaxation response therapy, anatomy of

nervous system and subtle body, use of basic props, attuning the body,

breath and mind. Dig Yoga Lambertville, 609.460.4222, www.digyoga.com

Friday, July 11

KIDS YOGA CLASSES July 18th & 25th 10:30 - 11:15am Ages 3 - 5.

Foster your childs confidence, imagination and inner-strength through

yoga and creative play! Each class invites children to explore various yoga

poses and apply them to different games and activities through the use

of music, stories, and props. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd & Rt 611

Doylestown PA 18901 267-245-4140 [email protected]

Saturday, July 12

ROCK CLIMBING WORKSHOPS - 2 SATURDAY OPTIONS 7/12

and 7/19, 9am-12pm. Learn to climb with an experienced guide! Attend

one or both days of safe and exhilarating fun at beautiful High Rocks (Ralph

Stover State Park, PA). Pre-registration is required:

www.JayaHealingArts.com 908.251.7428 (See ad page 45)

Saturday, July 12

INTRO TO YOGA WORKSHOP July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th & August

6th. Over the course of 6 weeks you will be introduced to yoga through

open discussion and guided light physical practice. You will learn about

the 8 limbs of yoga, the yogic breathing system, and how to safely

approach basic poses. Tristana Yoga Studio, LLC 4095 Ferry Rd

Doylestown PA 267-245-4140 [email protected]

Saturday, July 12

IET - INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY UNIFIED BASIC LEVEL

AND HEALING ANGELS WEEKEND CLASS Powerful self-healing

technique working with 12 strand DNA,Violet Angelic Energy Ray,Energy

Attunement,and nine beautiful Angels. IET safely and gently works on

releasing the limiting emotional & physical energy patterns of your past

from the bodys cellular memory map. Classes are interwoven for an

unforgettable experience. Sat/Sun 10-6 in Newtown area, Rev Arianna

Barbara Kahn, IET/Reiki Master, Spiritual Medium,

www.divinelightwithin.com 215 860-6011

Monday, July 14

THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL Starborn and Starseeds, this is your

event! We will once again create sacred geometry for the purpose of

ascension using the Andara crystal stones. We will gather on Thursday

evening at 7:15 PM in Doylestown Pa.18901 Please RSVP by phone at

215-345-1291 or by email at AndaranLemurianEnergy.com to assure

yourself a seat. A donation basket will be provided. (See ad page 18)

Tuesday, July 15

4-WEEK SELF-HEALING MEDITATION CLASS 7-9 PM De-stress,

affirm your boundaries and get your energy moving. Let go of other

peoples problems. Feel more like yourself! No need to silence your mind

or sit like a pretzel in this fun class for beginners. $120 pre-paid (or $130

same-day). Intuitive Energy: A School for Creative Healing, Brad Hess,

Director. 18 E 2nd St. , Media, PA (610)848-8334

[email protected] - www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See ad page

31)

Tuesday, July 15

OPEN HOUSE YOUTH MEDITATION Tinicum Art and Science, an

innovative high school rooted in the principles of mindfulness, invites

students and parents to visit us from 10am to 4:30pm. Youth Meditation

from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. All welcome join at anytime. For more information

call (610) 847-6980 or visit www.tinicumartandscience.org, 85 Sherman

Road Ottsville, PA 18942. (See ad page 33)

Wednesday, July 16

CONTEMPLATING DIVORCE? A decision like this requires careful

consideration. Well explore the impact on each area of life, coping with

change and legal options to divorce. Being empowered and having a plan

can save you emotionally and materially. FREE 7:00-8:00pm Lidia

Alperovich, Esq & Pat Governale, Certified Divorce Coach 1200 Bustleton

Pike, Ste 13, Feasterville (near Buck Hotel) info:(267)544-5283 or

www.seechangedivorcecoaching.com (See ad page 24)

Thursday, July 17

GROUP MASTERMIND NOW FORMING - 3 MONTH PROGRAM

7-9PM: Create massive shifts and positive results in 90 days or less.

Facilitated by The Possibility Coaches, this group provides a heart- centered

approach to self-empowerment and personal growth in a safe and nurturing


space. Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month starting July 17th. Location:

Doylestown, PA or join us by phone. Pre-register: http://

possibilitycoaches.com/groupcoaching.html or call 215-794-0135.

Saturday, July 19

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING INFO. SESSION Teacher Training -

200 Hour certification - Yoga Alliance - Come and get all the information

you need to begin this incredible journey. Classes begin in September

and are one weekend per month. Come to this free session with

questions It is at 1:00 PM at Yoga-Cise Studio, 533 S. West End Blvd,

Quakertown, PA 18951. email: [email protected] or call 267 718

6444 with questions.

Saturday, July 19

TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture

on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held

on Saturday, July 19 at 11:00 AM and Monday, July 28 at 6:30 PM in the

Doylestown area. The TM Program is widely known for lowering blood

pressure, reducing stress and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6

million people have taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest.

Email [email protected] or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location

of the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Saturday, July 19

IMPROVING YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY: Improve the

relationships you have with money and yourself. Creating wealth isnt

only about money, its also about your health, relationships and requires

changing your mind about money. Learn powerful tools to improve your

relationship with money, yourself and live a life of prosperity & abundance!

Facilitated by The Possibility Coaches. Location: Greenshire Arts Consortium,

Quakertown, PA $57. Register by calling 215-538-0976.

Tuesday, July 22

JOY INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PRACTIONERS ONLY OPEN

HOUSE 5-7 pm. If you are a health and wellness practitioner Denise

Kelley, MD and Judy Roberson, BA, LMT would love to meet you. We are

excited about this new practice and want to let you know about services

we offer such as Whole Body European Thermography, Breast Health,

Verju body sculpting laser, ClearMind neurofeedback and more. We want

to get to know you and partner with like minded individuals and

businesses for the health and happiness of our clients. 4950 York Road,

Suite 2A, Buckingham Green, Buckingham. Call 215.794.5691,

joyintegratedmedicine.com (See ad page 11)

Thursday, July 24

WISDOM WARRIORS TT, YOGA AFTER 50: STRONG &

FEARLESS A special opportunity to practice alongside your age mates

and discover just what is possible. For all practitioners ages 50+ and

yoga teachers over the age of 35. Join Desiree Rumbaugh, internationally

recognized yoga teacher, and Karen Church, physical therapist, at Dig

Yoga in Lambertville. Call 609.460.4222 or go www.digyoga.com

Saturday, July 26

REIKI 1 CERTIFICATION CLASS -FLEMINGTON N.J. Awaken the

healer within,while learning the Sacred Japanese Healing technique to

heal yourself and your family and friends.You will learn to perform a Reiki

healing Session for others.Receive guided meditations to release

negative energy and balance your Chakras and Reiki attunements to open

your heart to love and your hands to healing energy See my website:

healingwithinu.org. Contact me at Email: [email protected]

Saturday, July 26

REIKI I CERTIFICATION Would you like to accelerate healing, reduce,

or eliminate acute as well as chronic pain, promote tranquility, revitalize,

energize, and increase your awareness? In this hands-on class, you

receive the ability to transmit Reiki Energy to help heal yourself, your

family, friends, pets, plants, and more. 9am-6pm. Circle Of Miracles, 10

Beulah Road, New Britain, PA Rev. Glenda Smith 267- 218-4254

[email protected] www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad p. 25)

Tuesday, July 29

4-WEEK KUNDALINI YOGA SERIES Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm: 7/29, 8/5,

8/12 & 8/19. Enhance your vitality and actuate your highest self! Learn

traditional breathing exercises (pranayama) and yoga postures (asana) to

enhance awareness in body and mind, remove energetic blocks, and cleanse

your lymph and endocrine systems. All levels. Jaya Healing Arts & Yoga Studio

(note new location): 24 Arnett Ave, Suite 115, Lambertville, NJ. 908.251.7428

Pre-register: www.JayaHealingArts.com (See ad page 45)

Monday, August 4

SUMMER KIDS YOGA CAMP ~ AUGUST 4-8 We dig kids! We want

kids to explore the joy of yoga with the dynamic duo of Jessica DiLorenzo

& Julian DeVoe. Storytelling * Yoga * Meditation * Games * Green

Smoothies * Community Garden * Laughter * Arts & Crafts Monday -

Friday, 9am - 4pm (extended hour available) Sign up today! Call

609.460.4222 or go www.digyoga.com

Monday, August 4

ARE YOUR BOUNDARIES POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE? Do you think

of fences, walls or how to protect yourself when you think of boundaries?

I think of desires rather than defenses. It serves me quite miraculously.

Rather than protect yourself from the negativity youve attracted, learn

why you have attracted it in the first place. Make changes that last here.

8-9:30pm teleclass with Dr. Trish Whynot. Call 978.314.4545 or visit

www.TrishWhynot.com to register. (See ad page 31)

Thursday, August 7

4-WEEK SELF-HEALING MEDITATION CLASS 1-3 PM De-stress,

affirm your boundaries and get your energy moving. Let go of other

peoples problems. Feel more like yourself! No need to silence your mind

or sit like a pretzel in this fun class for beginners. $120 pre-paid (or $130

same-day). Intuitive Energy: A School for Creative Healing, Brad Hess,

Director. 18 E 2nd St. , Media, PA (610)848-8334

[email protected] www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See ad p. 31)

Thursday, August 7

TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture

on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held

on Thursday, August 7 at 6:30 PM, Saturday, August 30 at 6:30 PM in the

Doylestown area. The TM Program is widely known for lowering blood

pressure, reducing stress and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6

million people have taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest.

Email [email protected] or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location

of the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Friday, August 8

REIKI II CERTIFICATION 8/8-8/9/2014 Power is increased, works

faster and deeper. Learn to transmit this Energy over distance and time.

Learn how Reiki can be applied to situations, be sent into the future, help

heal the past, eliminate habits, and enhance talents. Friday 6:30-9:30pm

and Saturday 9am-6pm. Register by 8/1. Circle Of Miracles, 10 Beulah


www.drjerryshapiro.com

Road, New Britain, PA Rev. Glenda Smith 267-218-4254

[email protected] www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad p. 25)

Saturday, August 9

ACROYOGA BASICS WORKSHOP 11am-1pm. Open to all levels.

Play, connect, and stretch with this fusion practice of yoga, partner

acrobatics, and Thai massage. Instructor with a decade of experience.

More fun than you knew was possible! Pre-registration is required:

www.JayaHealingArts.com 908.251.7428 (See ad page 45)

Wednesday, August 13

CONTEMPLATING DIVORCE? A decision like this requires careful

consideration. Well explore the impact on each area of life, coping with

change and legal options to divorce. Being empowered and having a plan

can save you emotionally and materially. FREE 7:00-8:00pm Lidia

Alperovich, Esq & Patricia Governale, Certified Divorce Coach 1200

Bustleton Pike, Ste 13, Feasterville (near Buck Hotel) info:(267)544-

5283 or www.seechangedivorcecoaching.com (See ad page 24)

Thursday, August 14

THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL An Engineer brought a Gauss meter

to our last Andara event.On both settings,low and high,the needle

indicator went off the chart. Curious ?? We would love to share with you.

We meet at 7:15 PM in Doylestown,Pa,18901 to create another

Spiral.RSVP at 215- 345-1291 and join us to experience this high

frequency for yourself.Donation basket provided. (See ad page 18)

Saturday, August 16

REIKI 1 BENSALEM PA. Treat yourself to a healthy lifestyle. Awaken

the healer within, while learning the Ancient Sacred Japanese Healing

technique to heal yourself and your family and friends.Receive guided

meditations to release negative energy and balance your Chakras,and

Reiki attunements to help open your heart to love and your hands to

healing energy. Learn in a comfortable atmosphere. Healingwithinu.org

Email: [email protected]

Saturday, August 16

MASTERING LOVE FOR YOURSELF: Loving yourself is essential if

you want to have a full and exhilarating life experience. Self-love is at the

very core of wellbeing, joy and self-empowerment. Learn techniques

and receive guidance to feeling better about yourself so that you can

attract more good into your life! Facilitated by The Possibility Coaches.

Location: Greenshire Arts Consortium, Quakertown, PA $57, 9am-2pm.

Register by calling 215-538-0976.

Thursday, August 21

WOMENS YOGA REJUVENATION RETREAT, FINGER LAKES

NY Celebrate the divine feminine while renewing your body, mind and

spirit with Kim Kemper and Sue Elkind, Aug 21-24. Elegant suites and

three delicious vege meals per day provided. Please join us for a special

weekend of Meditation * Yoga * Pool * Spa Services * Good Company

Call Dig Yoga 609.460.4222 or go www.digyoga.com

Saturday, August 23

IET-INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY LEVELS 2 & 3 WEEKEND

CERTIFICATION CLASS Learn about the auric field, how to esoterically

dowse, interpret and compassionately release energy blocks resulting

from past life Karma. Learn about the Soul Star Chakra, manifest dreams,

activate your souls purpose. Accelerate your journey, experience a leap

in energy intuition and understanding. Newtown area, Sat/Sun 10-6, Rev


Arianna Barbara Kahn, IET/Reiki Master Instructor, Spiritual Medium, 215

860-6011 www.divinelightwithin.com

Friday, August 29

18TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL REIKI RETREAT SILVER BAY,

NY Join us as we continue our mission to co-create harmony in the Reiki

Community. Anyone interested in Reiki is welcome. No prior experience

required. International presenters, Reiki Authors, 24 hour Reiki share, 3

days of Reiki presentations, recreational equipment and instruction for

safe canoeing and kayaking. Plus lots of FUN with many wonderful Reiki

friends. 928-204-1216 www.ReikiRetreat.com 8/29-9/1

Saturday, September 6

BISTRO FEATURING TRANS-PORTAL IN CONCERT 7:00-8:30

pm. Opens 6:00. $20. TRANS-PORTALS goal is to awaken the inner mind

and move the soul. will uplift your spirit with their own brand of pop, rock,

coffeehouse blues, and love songs. Phil Shiva Jones and Frank Evans.

Homemade Vegetarian Soups, sandwiches, and desserts, nominal cost.

Circle Of Miracles, 10 Beulah Road, New Britain, PA Glenda 267-218-4254

[email protected] www.circleofmiracles.org. (See ad p. 25)

Thursday, September 11

LIBERTY PRO RODEO The 26th Annual Liberty Pro Rodeo will take

place on September 11, 12, 13 and 14 at the beautiful Shriners Arena at

5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting,PA 19402.The show starts at 7:30

PM and the gates open at 6 PM.The theme is Bulls, Broncs and Barrels

and will include bull riding, bronc busting and barrel racing as well as many

other events.There is food available to purchase and reasonably priced

family fun.For more information call 610-828-9050 or go to

Libertyprorodeo.com (See ad page 25)

Friday, September 19

GREEN NATIONS GATHERING This exceptional three day event

has it all: spacious surroundings yet intimate where you dont get lost in

the crowd, over 25 workshops with seasoned herbalists as well as

workshops with new ideas from fresh young herbalists, personal

healings and indigenous teachings from special guest and keynote

speaker,Ecuadorian Shaman, Rocio Alarcon. Also equinox ceremony,

drumming, dancing, yoga at green venue, Frost Valley YMCA Camp in

Catskill Mountains of New York. Bring your friends for fun, learning and

healing. www.greennations.org 802-293-5996

[email protected].


TOUCH FOR HEALTH WORKSHOP Touch for Health 1, a two day

workshop, introduces the basics of Touch for Health (TFH) for both lay

and professionals.You will learn the core techniques of muscle testing

for the 14 energy meridians and standard balance-as-you -go technique

of balancing the bodys energies. The Theory of TFH and acupuncture

meridians introduced with western reflex techniques are used to restore

balance by dramatically improving posture, alleviating pain, managing

stress and enhancing mental performance. CEUs LMT,PT RN. 9:30 to

5:30 Saturday and Sunday (See ad page 29)


PHILADELPHIAS PARADE OF CHARIOTS The City of Brotherly

Love will once again experience the lively sights and sounds of the ancient

Indian Cultural parade known as the Ratha Yatra Parade of Chariots. This

9th annual event is sponsored by the Philadelphia chapter of the

International Society of Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and will

feature a vibrant parade on the Parkway starting at Noon from Love Park


www.QuakertownCSL.org

to the Philadelphia Art Museum, culminating in the entertaining and

informative Festival of India until 7:00 PM. The festival will include a free

vegetarian/vegan meal served to 5,000 guests, live music, Indian dance

and drama, crafts & street fair, and much more. Come join us for this

spiritual and cultural experience for the whole family. Visit our site at

www.paradeofchariots.com (See ad page 28)

Saturday, October 4

CAREGIVERS WORKSHOP Caregivers give! We will learn how to take

care of ourselves so that we can continue to be the loving caregivers we

want to be. Here we will Review the stress reaction, identify sources of

stress, learn ways to avoid it and ways to handle that which we cannot avoid.

10 AM- 3PM Brown bag your lunch Free will offering (See ad p. 29)

Friday, October 24

RETREAT WITH CIRCLE OF MIRACLES AT MT. EDEN Join Circle

of Miracles on retreat at Mt Eden, a holistic mountaintop retreat,

Washington, NJ. Friday-Sunday. Exploring the theme The Circle is

Sacred through creative expression, meditation, and movement. We

will dance around the campfire, create mandalas, walk the Labyrinth, and

more. Free time to explore the rock ridges and walk in the woods. Rev. Anne

Scull, 267-251- 7775, [email protected] (See ad page 25)

Ongoing Activities

THESE CALENDAR LISTINGS ARE ONLY $10 !!! for 65 words in

Creating Community Magazine. Advertise all of your workshops, classes,

lectures, events, meetings, support groups, activities etc.The Deadline

for the SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER ISSUE is AUGUST 15th. SUBMIT YOUR

LISTINGS AT OUR WEBSITE WWW.CREATINGCOMMUNITY.COM

INTUITIVE, PSYCHIC DEVELOPEMEMT & MEDIUMSHIP

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES Practical workshops designed with

exercises to expand your intuition, increase self-confidence and psychic

abilities, taking your spiritual gifts to the next level. Also learn to give

accurate evidential mediumship and psychic readings. Beneficial for

beginning, intermediate, or advanced psychics. Third Sunday monthly,

Newtown area. Rev. Arianna Khrystyna (Barbara) Kahnn, ATP Psychic

Medium, Angel Channel, IET/Reiki Master Instructor.

www.DivineLightWithin.com 215 860-6011

CREATE INSPIRED CONNECTIONS WITH LIKE-MINDED

PEOPLE AT CREATINGCOMMUNITY.COM. Creating

Community.com is a new and inspired social network for like-minded

people who share an interest in health and wellness, personal and

spiritual growth, creative expression, sustainable living, arts & culture.

Youll find wonderful opportunities to create inspired connections with

folks who share your interests. You can seek connections for friendship,

events, activity groups, to promote your business, for dating and more.

WWW.CreatingCommunity.COM.

NON-DRUG PARKINSONS STUDY NOW ENROLLING

Parkinsons patients are invited to participate in this first-of-its-kind study

on the use of a homeopathically-rendered natural substance to see if it

can: (1) effectively arrest the progression of symptoms associated with

Parkinsons, and (2) reverse the symptoms associated with its

neurodegenerative effects. Current medications may be continued

during the study. There are no side effects. Patients must commit to taking

the formula every day. Contact the office of Julie Lachman, ND for more

information: 267-895-1733. (See ad page 6)


WOMANS LIFE COACHING/RELEASING SPECIALIST Are you

ready to let go of what is holding you back in your personal or professional

life? Michelle McInnis Life Coaching is Unique and a Self Empowering

process which gives you the tools to letting go and creating your lifes

mission. Now is the time to empower yourself! Contact me for a free 45

minute Getting Clear session. www.michellemcinnis.com or 269-598-

7857 or [email protected] (See ad page 41)

NIGHT SKY SANGHA doggedly pursues Awakening through shared

awareness, conversation, and direct encounter with our already

liberated and inconceivable nature. The only Noble Truth that matters is

This Is! Once you confess to yourself that you dont know what it is, you

are free to discover what Awake feels like. Tuesday & Thursday evenings,

7:30 - 9:30 pm @ Pebble Hill Church - see www.nightskysangha.org, by

donation.

NON-DRUG PARKINSON, ALS, AND ALZHEIMER STUDIES

Patients are invited to participate in these first-of-their-kind studies on

the use of homeopathically-rendered natural substances to: (1)

effectively arrest the progression of symptoms associated with

Parkinsons, ALS, or Alzheimers Disease (2) reverse symptoms

associated with their neurodegenerative effects. No side effects. Contact

Julie Lachman, ND: 267-895-1733, Doylestown, PA. (See ad page 6)

MEDITATION CLASSES Group and private instruction. Learn gentle

and powerful techniques to calm the mind and emotions, expand the

breath, relax the body, and open the heart. Classes include silence,

mindfulness, chanting, guided imagery, chakra meditation, sharing, and

support. Techniques from various traditions with a core focus in Tibetan

Buddhism. Carol Pomplun (30 years experience) Philadelphia (Chestnut

Hill) 215-242-0904 [email protected]

RUMI AND HAFIZ POETRY READING AND DISCUSSION Do you

love the writing of spiritually enlightened poets and philosophers? Are

you looking for inspiration? Seeking wisdom? Yearning for connection

with others on a spiritual path? Join Elizabeth Venart at The Resiliency

Center for a monthly poetry reading and discussion. Readers and

listeners welcome. Feel free to bring your favorite spiritual poetry to

share. RSVP online at www.meetup.com/resiliencygatherings. (See ad

page 20)

GET YOUR BEACH BODY ON! Say Goodbye to Cellulite and 4+

Inches in 2 weeks. Offering Verj Laser for Cellulite Treatment. Verj is

the first clinically-proven, FDA-approved, noninvasive procedure to

significantly reduce the appearance of cellulite on the thighs, buttocks

and lower abdomen. The low level laser emulsifies tissue beneath the

skin to reduce the appearance of cellulite, without incisions, pain or any

negative side effects. Joy Integrative Medicine, Denise Kelley, MD. Our

passion is helping you find your unique path to health do it with Joy!

Buckingham Green, 4950 York Rd. Ste 2A, Buckingham, PA

JoyIntegrativeMedicine.com 215.794.5691 (See ad page 11)

ARE YOU TRYING TO QUIT SMOKING OR LOSE WEIGHT? Join

us for a workshop on how to lose weight, quit smoking and end addictive or

emotionally attached vices. Dr. Gary Scardino will explain his proven program

utilizing Auriculotherapy, Amino Acids and Aromatherapy. You can be free

of cravings, anxiety and emotional attachments to drugs, cigarettes and food.

Your brain has been manipulated by food scientists and tobacco companies.


Break this artificial addiction. Call today for times. 215-860-7275

www.aboutthrive.com/recovery (See ad page 7)

FULL BODY EXERCISE IN ONLY 8 MINUTES Join us for a free workout

on the ROM Fast Exercise! Enjoy a challenging Full Body Workout; Cardio,

Stretching and Muscle Toning equal to 120 minutes at the gym in only 8

minutes a day. This workout is never too hard to do but is always challenging.

Clients are losing weight and getting stronger in as little as two weeks. Call

today for our next FREE workout session. 215-860-7275

www.aboutthrive.com (See ad page 7)

HEALTH, WEALTH AND HAPPINESS Join us to learn more about how

you can create the life of your dreams. The Secrets to Unlimited Success,

Health, Wealth & Happiness. These are Proven and Guaranteed Programs

to Improve Your Potential . Dr. Gary Scardino has been studying the secrets

to total success for over 25 years, including understanding the StockMarket

to create true wealth. Call about our free introductory class 14 Mistakes

Millionaires Never Make Call 215-860-7275 Newtown. www.HWHLife.com

(See ad page 7)

SCREENING THERMOGRAPHY OFFERED Thermography is an FDA

approved procedure that can be a useful adjunct to breast cancer risk

screening. Thermography is a highly sensitive heat-measuring test with no

radiation exposure, and is pain-free because nothing touches the body.

Thermography is useful for women of all ages, and is particularly useful for

younger women with dense breasts where mammography has particular

difficulties. For additional information or a free information packet contact us

at (609) 397-8585. STOCKTON FAMILY PRACTICE, STOCKTON, NJ (See

ad page 24)

POCONO-LEHIGH ROMANCE WRITERS PLRW meets on the second

Saturday of each month (except July and December) at the Palmer branch

of the Easton Library. Upcoming workshops include haunted crime scenes

with author, Katherine Ramsland and an antagonist boot camp with Producer,

Terry Lee. Those interested are encouraged to attend our local meeting.

Your first 2 are free! See PLRW.ORG for details and directions.

EMDR CONSULTATION GROUP Interested in pursuing EMDR

Certification and/or in deepening your knowledge and understanding of

EMDR in practice? Includes case review and discussing challenging issues.

Participation requires a minimum six-month commitment. Two groups

offered monthly: Thursday afternoons and Friday mornings. Led by EMDRIA

Approved Consultant and Certified EMDR Therapist Elizabeth Venart. Learn

more at www.elizabethvenart.com or by calling 215-542-5004. (See ad

page 20)

LPC SUPERVISION GROUP If you are a therapist seeking licensure, this

group provides information, resources, case presentation and discussion,

and opportunities for meaningful connection with peers. Group meets

monthly on Wednesdays from 4:00 7:00 pm and is led by Licensed

Professional Counselor Elizabeth Venart who is also available for individual

consultation. Learn more at www.elizabethvenart.com or by calling 215-542-

5004. (See ad page 20)

COLORS OF SUMMER FINE CRAFT/ART GALLERY SHOW A

Rainbow of fine crafts and art, and a well stocked gallery store: local hand-

crafted jewelry, ceramics, wood, wearables, bags and wall art. Show runs

July 6-August 31. Orchard Artworks Co-op Gallery open 10-4 Fri & Sat,Sun

1-4. 520 Tomlinson Rd, Bryn Athyn. Call for Artists! Seeking new members.

Email for details: [email protected] Orchard Artworks.org


LAWS OF PROSPERITY LAWS OF PROSPERITY is Based on Catherine

Ponders book, The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity. This 12 course process

will take you past blocks to your prosperity and replace them with your

natural ability to prosper. These practical classes give you ways to practice

and integrate the law of attraction and other principles into your daily life.

Upon completion of these classes, you will be a new, more prosperous

person - happier, wiser, more confident and self-assured! SECOND

TUESDAY of each month @ 7-9 pm LOCATION: Quakertown Center for

Spiritual Living at 501 West Broad Street (rear entrance) Quakertown,

PA CONTACT: [email protected] (See ad page 30)

SHIATSU CLINIC, FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Feeling

stressed? Try a shiatsu session! You remain fully clothed while the

student practitioners use stretching, palm pressure and rocking

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The Silent DiseaseGum disease is one of the most common oral diseases in the world.

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Trees Talking TruthDogs may be known as humans best friends but trees have also

been there to support us with food, shelter, oxygen and even

WISDOM! When I was first awakening to my path I received a

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One of my favorite of these inventions came from studying the trees

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Do you ever feel your spirit

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Are You Addicted To Food?Do You Have Uncontrollable Cravings For Snacks

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If you are like the majority of

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Calm, Cool

KidsAttention Deficit Disorder (with our

without hyperactivity) is common in

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People with ADHD may have trouble

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a healthy diet with EPA, and especially DHA, is important for the

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3.5 months. Full resolution of symptoms may take much longer.

There are many remedies that children with ADHD may take. All of

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Calcarea carbonica: This mineral, when given in homeopathic

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Shifting MoodThrough Increased Resilience

I dont know whats wrong with meI just cant seem to feel happy

these days. As therapists and helpers, we have heard this com-

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Integratvie Health Care For Your Pet

An integrative approach to

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Integrative medical therapies have now found their way into

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Many veterinarians are trained in acupuncture, homeopathy, cold

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For example, many pets will suffer from degenerative arthritis as

they age. Clients typically notice that the pet gets up more slowly

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Journeys Spirited GiftsRight in the center of

Peddlers Village in Lahaska,

PA is a locally owned shop

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Journeys opened nearly

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guided meditation and other peaceful CDs from all over the world.

Philip Glaser, the owner of Journeys, shared a few words with us

about the process that created this space. Over the last few years,

weve been actively searching for more Fair Trade products to offer

our customers. Fair Trade are products which are made all over

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The crystal and gemstone collection has grown dramatically over

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Native American-made dreamcatchers spread across twenty feet

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Peddlers Village is open 362 days a year, offering 70 unique shops,

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Neurofeedback:Alternative to Antidepressants?

In March, Forbes magazine featured an article by Robert Szczerba,

Brain Training And The End Of The Prozac Generation (3/4/

2014). This article highlighted brain wave training, a type of

neurofeedback, as a treatment modality to regulate the brain. Even

though it is not widely known, neurofeedback is a type of

biofeedback. It has been researched for decades and it involves

an effective non-invasive approach that focuses on balancing

neural networks. This is done in order to improve cognitive and

mental functioning. According to the Forbes article, interest in

neurofeedback is growing in the treatment of depression partly

because research in the drug treatment for depression has been

falling off. Reportedly, this is due to the lack of medication efficacy

and the undesirable side effects.

Various types of brain wave training or neurofeedback are gaining

recognition as a safe and effective alternative for treating the

symptoms of depression, without the undesirable side effects.

Neurofeedback uses a system of rewards where positive brain

waves are reinforced and desirable changes occur. Once the brain

learns to produce more of the new positive and desirable brain

waves, it easily continues the pattern on its own.

Neurofeedback began when the secrets of the brain were revealed

serendipitously. Early in the jet age with jet pilot training, a form of

neurofeedback was used to prevent seizures from pilots inhaling

jet fumes. The technology produced a well spring of research

aimed at remediating a wide assortment of challenging behavioral

and emotional problems.

Early research has linked neurofeedback with the successful

treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AD-HD) as

an alternative to stimulant medication without undesirable side

effects. Recent research with neurofeedback for treating

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

(PTSD) is proving very effective, contributing greatly to an

understanding of the neural networks affecting human behavior.

This research has given new momentum to the application of

neurofeedback in relieving symptoms of depression, mood

disorders and anxiety.

At the Achievement & Wellness Center, we successfully treat

depression and mood disorders

with neurofeedback, whereby

people change to happier and

more successful lives. Frequently,

medication is reduced or

eliminated. We use a diagnostic

tool, the quantitative

electroencephalogram (qEEG), to

identify the specif ic type of

depression, which is useful in

setting up the most beneficial and

effective individualized

treatment plan.


Dannion Brinkey Headlines

A Day of Inspirational Speakers

July 27 in Lancaster, PA

Dannion Brinkley, New York Times best-selling author of Saved

By The Light, will be appearing at Lancaster Host Resort and

Conference Center in Lancaster PA on July 27th

headlining a day

of inspirational speakers hosted by Your Inner Light. Dannion will

speak from 2 to 6pm about his three life-altering, near-death

experiences and the profound revelations he received. Having

been to the other side he brings a unique perspective on Life and

Death as we know it.

In addition to being the author of Saved By The Light, At Peace In

The Light, and The Secrets Of The Light, Dannion Brinkley has

been a hospice volunteer for 34 years and has spent more than

30,000 hours at the bedside of dying veterans. In 1997 he co-

founded the Twilight Brigade, a California-based non-profit that

raises awareness about the needs of the dying, especially veterans,

as well as the benefits of standardized end-of-li fe care.

Comprising approximately 5,000 bedside volunteers, the

Twilight Brigade acts as an independent entity within hospice

facilities and veterans hospitals across the country, supporting

the terminally ill and their family members through professional

education, community outreach and advocacy.

Other presenters at this event include Reverend Sylvia Seward,

executive director of Radiant Light Healing Center in Reading, PA,

who will lead the opening ceremony at 10am and speakers Iryne

Carrasquil lo (medium and healer) and Martine Bloquiaux

(intuitive, author and healer). Iryne connects to the other side and

offers a pathway for those of us here to touch where Dannion has

been, and Martine helps with the Journey on this plane, ensuring

long and productive existence in which we accomplish all we

came for, resulting in a smooth transition to the other side.

Tickets and details for this event are available at

www.YourInnerLight.net .Cost: Dannion Brinkley only: $50. $70 for

the full day. Veterans, Active Duty and hospice volunteers and staff

will receive 20% off. The Lancaster Host Resort and Conference

Center is located at 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA.

Your Inner Light is a books, gifts, and wellness center, specializing in

alternative healing products, located at 1606 Rothsville Road in Lititz,

PA. Phone 717-618-1672 or visit www.YourInnerLight.net. Dannion

will be doing a Book Signing at Your Inner Light on Saturday, July26th

and as we have limited space we ask that you call for more information.

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