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Welcome to the September issue of Natural Awakenings, our caretaking issue. So many of us either are caring for loved ones, or

have loved ones caring for us, that it seems fi tting to offer some great thoughts on this important, sacred and sometimes diffi cult part of life. Caretaking also applies to the world around us. Natural Awakenings readers are known for their compassion

toward others, both human and non-human, and our environment.

Here is some food for thought on care and compassion.

There are four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers; Those who currently are caregivers;Those who will be caregivers; And those who will need caregivers.~ Rosalynn Carter

Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive. ~ Dalai Lama XIV

To love a person is to learn the song in their heart, and sing it to them when they have forgotten. ~ Thomas Chandler

For me, I am driven by two main philosophies: know more today about the world than I knew yesterday and lessen the suffering of others. You’d be surprised how far that gets you. ~ Neil deGrasse Tyson

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. ~ Leo Buscaglia

I would rather make mistakes in kindness and compassion than work miracles in unkindness and hardness. ~ Mother Teresa

Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself fi nd peace. ~ Albert Schweitzer

Compassion is the basis of morality. ~ Arthur Schopenhauer

Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty. ~ Albert Einstein

When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.~ Maya Angelou

Wishing all of you a month blessed with good care, for yourselves, for your loved ones and for the world around us.

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contentsNatural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers fi nd cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fi tness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

10 BLUE RIDGE GREEN TRAVEL Yoga Retreats by Anne Piedmont

12 SPARKING CREATIVITY IN ELDERS WITH DEMENTIA Re-Engaging Through Art, Music and Dance by Deborah Shouse

14 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT Friends Help Preserve the Blue Ridge Parkway by Karen Adams

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Nurture Yourself While Helping Another by Deborah Shouse

20 THE GREAT CLASSROOM PET DEBATE Kids Like Classroom Pets, Animal Lovers Raise Doubts by Sandra Murphy

22 SAY YES TO YOGA It Boosts Health, Peace, Community and Spirituality by Lynda Bassett

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Annual Blue Ridge Potters Guild Show and Sale

The Blue Ridge Potters Guild will hold its 15th Annual Show and Sale, October 10, 11 and

12, at Patrick Henry High School. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and from 12 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. This is the largest all-pottery show in

Virginia, with 70 potters exhibiting and selling their work. The theme for this year’s show is “Evolution.” Members of the Blue Ridge Potters Guild will demonstrate how clay becomes a fi nished piece. Because potters have their own style, each piece is unique. Visitors to the demonstration area will see one potter start to form a piece and watch it evolve as other potters build on the shape until it is fi nished. The Kids’ Korner, open Saturday and Sunday, allows children to try their hands at shaping clay. In the Gallery section of the show, potters will exhibit works that best represent the theme. This year’s Gallery will be judged by Donna Polseno and Rick Hensley, well-known potters from Floyd. Cost: Free admission. Location: Patrick Henry High School, 2102 Grandin Rd., Roanoke. For more information, email [email protected] or visit BlueRidgePotters.com. See ad, page 9.

Stacy Hairfi eld Joins Life in Balance as New Program Director

Stacy Hairfi eld, former publisher of Natural Awakenings of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, will become the program director

for Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, in Christiansburg. She has been working as its offi ce manager since earlier this year. Hairfi eld met Life in Balance’s owner and executive director, Angela McGoldrick, fi ve years ago as the center was preparing to open. The two became friends when McGoldrick placed an ad in Natural Awakenings. “I could see tremendous potential at Life In Balance and I was eager to help grow her business in a hands-on way, but it just wasn’t feasible due to the demands of publishing Natural Awakenings,” Hairfi eld says. She eventually sold the magazine to current publisher Tracy Garland in September 2012, in order to spend more time with her family. In January, McGoldrick offered Hairfi eld the position of offi ce manager to help implement a more streamlined operating system. As this transition ends, Harfi eld will move into the position of program director. “My vision for Life In Balance is coming to fruition.” says McGoldrick. “We are intentionally growing to offer more ways for people to become empowered and live their happiest, best lives now.” Life in Balance offers counseling, life coaching, massage therapy, yoga classes, wellness talks, and workshops for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 125 Akers Farm Rd., Ste. D, in Christiansburg. For more information, call 540-381-6215, email [email protected] or visit LifeInBalanceCenter.com. See ad, page 25, and Community Resource Directory, page 30.

Regional Workshops on the Parkway

Three Saturday workshops in September feature the history

and natural environment of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Space is limited, and reservations are requested.

September 6, 10 a.m. to noon: The Blue Ridge Parkway, A Most Vision-ary Thing. Peter Givens, Blue Ridge Parkway interpretive specialist with the National Park Service, will offer a look into the minds of the BRP plan-ners and today’s park managers.

Cost: Members, $15/person; non-members, $30/person; families, $50 (includes one-year membership); free for children 14 and younger. Loca-tion: Friends BRP home offi ce, 4419 Pheasant Ridge, Ste. 101, Roanoke.

September 13, 10 a.m. to noon: Blue Ridge Parkway, Highway for Migra-tion, Part II, hosted by naturalist and retired science teacher Jim Keighton. Observe hawks, dragonfl ies and but-terfl ies at the height of their migratory path through the Blue Ridge.

Cost: Members, $15/person; non-members, $30/person; families, $50 (includes one-year membership); free for children 14 and younger. Location: Mahogany Rock Overlook (Milepost 235), in North Carolina.

September 20, 7:30 to 10 a.m.: Fall Migration on the Parkway, hosted by bird expert William Haddad. All 144 acres of the historic Orchard at Altapass are open for exploration to birders. From mid-August through October, mixed fl ocks of migrating songbirds are abundant.

Cost: Members, $15/person, non-members: $30/person, families, $50 (includes one-year membership); free for children 14 and younger. Loca-tion: Orchard at Altapass (Milepost 328), in North Carolina.

Reservations requested for all workshops. For more information or to register, call 540-772-2992.

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New Book by VT Professor Advises ‘Leave No Trace’

A new local book entitled Leave No Trace in the Outdoors outlines the principles

and low-impact practices of respecting the environment during outdoor activities. It was written by Jeff Marion, Virginia Tech adjunct professor in the College of Natural Resources and Environment and a recreation ecologist with the U.S. Geological Survey. “Leave No Trace in the Outdoors is about making decisions to protect the world around you,” says Marion. The book is a resource for federal and state land management agencies, recreation and conservation organizations, communities and the general public. Marion is a founding member of the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and helped to develop the Leave No Trace prin-ciples. Proceeds from book sales go to the center. Marion organized the book around the seven principles: plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly, leave what you fi nd, minimize campfi re impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors. The principles can be applied anywhere, Marion says, from wilderness to local parks and back yards. The guide includes a chapter on each principle and how to apply it in different envi-ronments. “We can enjoy protected areas without harming them — but only if we assume a personal responsibility to learn about and apply the best available low-impact practices,” Marion says. For more information, visit VTNews.vt.edu/articles/2014/07/072314-cnre-LeaveNoTraceBook.html. Leave No Trace in the Outdoors is available online at Amazon.com and StackpoleBooks.com.

Solarize Roanoke Brings Affordable Solar to Homeowners

Solarize Roanoke, a local initiative to bring solar to the Roanoke community, is offering affordable

residential solar panel installation to residents of Roanoke community through September 30. Solar-ized Roanoke is a partnership between the City of Roanoke and Community Housing Partners. The group states that qualifying homeowners in specifi c zip codes with adequate sunshine on their properties can “go solar” for about $7,500 up front, a far cry from the average $30,000 once re-quired. Homeowners in the following zip codes are eligible: 24011, 24012, 24013, 24014, 24015, 24016, 24017, 24018 and 24019. The Solarize Roanoke team will walk interested homeown-ers through the program step by step: deciding whether a home is suited to solar, explaining energy savings, referring a qualifi ed contractor, offering discounts and fi nancing, helping with permits and materials, and scheduling the installation. Solarize Roanoke also offers presentations to churches, com-munity groups, neighborhoods, workplaces and other organizations. For more information, or to host a presentation, call Mason Cavell at 540-260-3494, email [email protected] or visit SolarizeRoanoke.org.

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In honor of the annual International Day of Peace, the 201 4 Lynchburg Community Peace Fair will be held

from noon to 4 p.m. on September 21 at the Aviary in Miller Park, in Lynchburg. The fair, sponsored by the nonprofi t Lynchburg Peace Education Center and The Peace Practice, is free and open to the public. “The purpose of the fair is two-fold,” says Susie Joiner, of The Peace Practice. “It’s educational, to provide information on a wide range of events, services, businesses and organizations, operating on a local to global level, that promote peace and justice. And it’s rec-reational, offering activities to community members that relieve stress, celebrate peace and inspire and nurture the individual and collective spirit.” The fair will include educational tables for peace and justice organizations, petitions and literature, and recordings on issues of local to international impor-tance, and recreational sessions such as laughter yoga, a drum circle, guided relaxation meditation and activities and crafts for children. Groups or individuals who would like to have a booth or provide an activity as a Partner in Peace are welcome to join the celebration, Joiner says. Location: The Aviary in Miller Park, 301 Grove St, Lynchburg. Cost: Free. For more information, call Ev Heath at 434-660-7566 or Susie Joiner at 434-609-3437, email [email protected] or visit ThePeacePractice.com.

Forestry and Wildlife Field Tours

Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Forest Landowner Edu-

cation Program in Virginia Tech’s College of Natural Resources and Environment, in collaboration with Virginia’s natural resource agencies, companies and asso-ciations, will hold their 38th annual Fall Forestry and Wildlife Field Tours. The tours will begin September 29. The tours offer landowners, natu-ral resource professionals and other interested Virginians the opportunity to spend a day in the fi eld visiting a variety of properties that are actively managed for timber and wildlife. Participants will visit private, industry and public lands that center on multiple-use management opportunities and practices. “The fi eld tour series is the longest running program of its kind in Virginia,” says Jennifer Gagnon, coordinator of the Virginia Forest Landowner Educa-tion Program. Tours will be held in the Chesapeake Bay area on September 29 and 30 (a two-day tour), Halifax County on October 10, and Grayson and Carroll counties on October 30. The registration fee, due one week before the tour date, includes lunch, refreshments and transportation, as well as accommodations and extra meals for the Chesapeake Bay tour. Cost: Chesapeake Bay tour, $150 per person (includes lodging and extra meals); Halifax County tour, $45/person or $75/couple; Grayson and Carroll counties tour, $30/person or $50/cou-ple. Pre-registration is required. For more information, email [email protected] or visit ForestUpdate.frec.VT.edu.

Tour participants visit an active timber harvesting operation in Spotsylvania County.

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Events for Sustainability Week in Blacksburg

This year’s Sustainabil-ity Week in Blacks-

burg will be held from September 13 through 21. A variety of free ac-tivities will be available during the week, which is sponsored by Sustain-able Blacksburg, Virginia Tech and the Town of Blacksburg. On September 16, from 6 to 8 p.m., an evening of brief presentations will be held at the newly restored Alexander Black House on Draper Road. Eight speak-ers will offer quick “20/20” presentations—20 slides for 20 seconds each. Topics will address invasive species in Stadium Woods, beekeeping, building home compost tumblers, community gardens, Solarize Blacksburg, market kids, local food systems and the Catawba Sustainability Center. Discussions will follow. Volunteers are needed for the Invasive Plant Cleanup in Stadium Woods, from 4 to 6 p.m. on September 18. Those attending should wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and long sleeves, and bring water bottles, leather work gloves and yard tools (if possible). Other events include a farm tour, local food, music, hoop house grand open-ing and community meal, environmental discussions and activities, tree-planting service project on Virginia Tech campus, YMCA service event, solar discussion and solar home tour, electronic waste recycling, and a Habitat for Humanity ReStore sustainability showcase with hands-on demonstrations on re-purposing and upcy-cling projects, information, drawings for prizes and volunteer opportunities. Cost: Free. Location: Varies. For more information and updates, call Carol Da-vis, sustainability manager for the Town of Blacksburg, at 540-558-0786, email [email protected] or visit Blacksburg.gov (see “Environmental Sustainabil-ity” under “Living”) or SustainableBlacksburgVA.org.


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The 2015 Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise will be held March 14 to 21.

The holistic lineup includes presenta-tions by doctors, wellness instructors and chefs speaking on all aspects of holistic health, wellness and plant-based and macrobiotic diets. Drs. Caldwell Esselstyn, T.Colin Campbell, Neal Barnard and Michael Greger will discuss why such diets serve the health of the body and the world. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, Chef AJ and several other vegan chefs will show attendees how to make food taste great. There will be 35 instructors pre-senting more than 130 classes, including yoga, Pilates and meditation. Evening parties will offer opportunities for fun and socializing. National Geographic Traveler calls Holistic Holiday at Sea cruises “one of the 100 best worldwide vacations to enrich your life.” Hosted by Florida-based health and wellness expert Sandy Pukel, the cruise ship docks in Falmouth, Jamaica; Georgetown, Grand Cayman Islands; Cozumel, Mexico; and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. For more information, call 828-749-9537, email [email protected] or visit HolisticHolidayAtSea.com. See ad, page 15.

New Stylist at Revive Organic Salon

Casey Pullen recently joined Revive Organic Salon, in Roanoke, as a junior designer. To introduce clients to Pullen, the salon

is offering a 10-percent discount on each shampoo and blow-dry style for his new clients in September. Pullen has an associate’s degree in cosmetology. “He is con-stantly attending trade shows and seminars to update his skills,” says Revive owner Alisa Hall. “He enjoys hair sculpting and coloring, and has a passion for making people feel better about themselves.” Each month, the salon will offer a special for Pullen’s clients. “He has taken this path in the hair world so he can mix his love for art, creativ-ity and helping others,” Hall says. Revive Organic Salon features Aveda and Organic Salon Systems products and offers cuts, styles, coloring, chemical texturizing and conditioning treatments, as well as hair restoration, hair units and wigs and facial waxing. The salon uses color systems that contain certifi ed organic extracts and natural ingredients that maintain the hair’s essential moisture and protein levels. “This means your hair is not dam-aged in the color process,” Hall explains. Revive Organic Salon is located at 2305-A Colonial Ave., Roanoke. For more information, call 540-798-5406 or visit ReviveOrganicSalon.com. See ad, page 11, and Community Resource Directory, page 29.

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Vitamin D3 Cuts Antibiotic Use by ElderlyResearch from the Queensland Institute

of Medical Research, in Australia, has found supplemental vitamin D3 reduces the incidence of infection among seniors. More than 600 subjects, ages 60 to 84, were divided into three groups and for one year took either 1,000 international units (IU) a day of vitamin D3, 2,000 IU a day of vitamin D3, or a placebo. Those given the 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 per day were 28 percent less likely to require antibiotics pre-scriptions than those taking the placebo. Those older than 70 years were 47 percent less likely to be prescribed antibiotics than the placebo group.

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from the Harvard Medical School indicates yet another benefi t of meditation. The researchers tested 14 people with mild cognitive impairment, which often leads to Alzheimer’s disease, and provided them with either Mindfulness-Based Stress Re-duction training or standard care. Brain imaging tests indicated that those engaged in meditative training had increased activity and connections among three areas of the brain—the posterior cingulate cortex, medial prefrontal cortex and left hippocampus. Although larger studies are needed, study authors remark, “These preliminary results indicate that in adults with mild cognitive impairment, Mind-fulness-Based Stress Reduction therapy may have a positive impact on the regions of the brain most re-lated to mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease.”

Licorice Root ReducesDangerous FatA new study published in the journal

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Apple CrunchCelebrating Pesticide-Free OrchardsThe national-ly acclaimed Rodale Insti-tute will cel-ebrate its fi fth annual Or-ganic Apple Festival on September 21 in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, more than 30 years after planting the trees. Organizers note that when grow-ers select just one genetic variety of apple to reproduce and cultivate, they create a monoculture that eas-ily becomes more susceptible to pests and diseases than an orchard that hosts several varieties. An ar-ray of insects and blights favor this all-American fruit, which is why standard apples are the single-most pesticide-contaminated produce item at conventional groceries. Large agribusiness operations typi-cally grow fruit bred for durability and color during shipping and shelf life. Organic apples, by contrast, are cho-sen for fl avor and regional adaptability.

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It was an unseasonably cool Sun-day afternoon in August as Virginia Mountain Vineyards hosted Yoga with

Wine. As the 10 guests stretched out on their mats for Savasana (or “Corpse Pose”), the relaxation pose at the end of a yoga session, they were visited by a hummingbird. Its hum mingled with distant conversations and other winery sounds. Yoga away from the studio, church basement or gym brings a new aspect to the ancient practice. “Yoga” is an umbrella term for physi-cal, mental and spiritual practices aimed at transforming body and mind. While the origins date as far back as the fi fth century, yoga began to gain popularity in the western world in the 1980s. Yoga studios and other practice opportunities abound in the Blue

Ridge region, but sometimes it’s nice to get away and focus on the yoga itself. “Sometimes we just need to retreat,” says Debbie Stephens, owner of The Yoga Center, in Roanoke. She partnered with the Botetourt County vineyard for the Yoga and Wine event and led the yoga session. “I like to do events like the Virginia Mountain event, because they allow us to align ourselves with nature, to con-nect with the natural world,” she says. “There are fewer distractions and it’s easier to stay focused. It’s important to set aside time for ourselves.” Stephens started The Yoga Center 16 years ago, and it has been in its Grandin Road location since 2010. Her intention was to create a space dedi-cated to yoga, away from other settings and other distractions. The Omni Homestead Resort, in Hot Springs, added yoga to its fi tness offerings about a year ago, says Lynn Swann, director of marketing and com-munications. The resort undertook a major renovation of its famous spa at that time, adding the Spa Garden. In addition to the River Refl exology Walk (to stimulate refl ex points on the soles of the feet) and historic hot springs, the Spa Garden also is the site of Yoga in the Garden. Swann says the daily yoga classes, including Yoga Foundations, Vinyasa Flow (movement synchronized to breathing and involving poses fl ow-ing together) and Restorative Yoga, also are available in the fi tness area.

Yoga was added to the lineup when the resort enhanced its fi tness offerings, including a summer “Yoga for Kids” class. “The response has been very positive,” Swann says. The nearby Greenbrier Resort, in White Sulfur Springs, West Virginia, offers classes for all levels of yoga prac-titioners. Gentle Yoga is for beginners, and the intermediate YogaFit features a mix of gentle poses with a Vinyasa-style fl ow. The Yoga Walk is a two-mile power walk fi nished with Vinyasa Yoga by the resort’s Meditation Trail. The Greenbrier also is offering a Yoga Retreat and Unlimited Golf weekend, October 31 through No-vember 2. The yoga portion of the weekend features luxurious accom-modations, intermediate and advanced classes and an invitation to the Gatsby at the Greenbrier Party.

Primland, a luxury retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Max Mead-ows, created a space for yoga when the spa opened in 2010, says spa director Melissa Dillon. She notes that they wanted to incorporate fi tness and yoga into the spa vision. “Yoga is a form of exercise that brings harmony and balance to those who practice it,” she says. “It allows us to disconnect from our daily lives.” The spa offers private sessions, as well as complimentary (for guests) classes on weekends. It features two types of yoga: Ashtanga and Kripalu. Ashtanga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of pos-tures, which produces intense internal

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heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifi es muscles and organs. Kripalu uses inner focus, meditation, standard yoga poses and breathwork to develop relaxation. No discussion of yoga retreats would be complete without Yogaville, a spiritual community and retreat located on 750 acres in Buckingham. Yogaville offers programs year ’round, says Bill Geoghegan, director of social media marketing, especially training for teachers, at basic, intermediate and advanced levels. Outside teachers also come to the retreat and offer their own programs. “The classes are pretty diverse,” he adds. For people looking to get away for yoga, he recommends the Welcome Weekends, which run from Friday afternoons through Sunday afternoons. Guests can choose from private rooms, dormitories or tent sites. The weekend involves yoga classes, meditation and vegetarian food. Geoghegan says guests can do as much or as little as they choose during the weekend, although he does encourage them to walk around the grounds and visit the Lotus Shrine Meditation Hall. “It’s a medita-tive experience,” he says. For more information, visit VM-Vines.com, TheYogaCenterInc.com, TheHomestead.com, TheGreenbrier.com, Primland.com and Yogaville.org. Anne Piedmont is a writer and research associate based in Roanoke. For more information, visit Piedmon-tResearchAssociates.com.

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Is there a way to upend the limits of Alzheimer’s disease? Expressive thera-pies focus on what people can do

and their successes. Cultural programs offer creative opportunities for those with dementia and their care partners.

Artful Imagination Prompts Participation “Looking at art and making observa-tions gives people living with dementia a chance to exercise their imagination and creativity,” says Susan Shifrin, Ph.D., director of ARTZ Philadelphia, part of the Artists for Alzheimer’s program founded by John Zeisel, Ph.D., and Sean Caulfi eld. “There are no right or wrong answers. People are enlivened, realizing they still have ideas to contribute.” Prior to a museum visit, an ARTZ fa-cilitator brings photos of familiar works of art that evoke memories, emotions and conversation to a care facility. The facilitator then tailors a museum visit so that the most engaging works of art are viewed. A similarly benefi cial at-home ARTZ experience relates to the indi-vidual’s background or interests, look-ing for images that tell a story about

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families or feature animals the loved one likes. “Use open-ended, non-judgmental questions to discuss the art,” Shifrin suggests. “It’s all about listening to the response and encouraging the conver-sation.” Musical Connections Trigger HappinessDan Cohen, of Brooklyn, New York, had a simple yet profound idea: Furnish people that have memory loss with an iPod loaded with their favorite music. It’s helping people nationwide reconnect with themselves through listening to their personal playlists. He has repeatedly seen how “The music transforms lives.” Cohen notes, “Residents who were formerly idle become engrossed in lis-tening to their favorite music. They are empowered to choose the songs they want to hear. They become engaged as the music triggers memories. I’ve also seen the experience make people more social.” He recommends using head-phones to minimize distractions. Sit together, turn on the iPod and watch for smiles of delight.

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Dance Movement Integrates Souls“Dance therapy enhances connections in the brain and uses movement to inte-grate body, mind and spirit,” says Erica Hornthal, owner of Chicago’s North Shore Dance Therapy, a psychotherapy practice that helps individuals cope with the challenges of dementia. Hornthal often notices a real change after people experience move-ment therapy. Often, when she enters a memory care facility she sees people withdrawn or sleeping. After she guides them in specifi c movements designed to connect mind and body, participants are usually awake, more alert and mak-ing eye contact. “We might reach our arms up, then down, to connect with ourselves. We might give ourselves a hug and then stretch toward our neighbor,” explains Hornthal, a board-certifi ed dance movement therapist. “All the move-ments have a psychosocial goal.” She suggests that care partners play familiar music and encourage their loved one to move as they wish to. The care partner might move her head or wiggle her fi ngers to the music, invit-

ing the other to do the same. “Focus on what your loved one can do and cel-ebrate their abilities,” Hornthal advises.

Brushing Watercolor Memories“Even after memory and cognitive functions are damaged, the abil-ity to create art can continue,” says Karen Clond, a licensed master social worker and dementia care specialist at the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America chapter, in Prairie Village, Kansas. “The organization’s Memo-ries in the Making art program works because the amygdala, the part of the brain involved with emotions and memory that processes feelings like fear, also processes beauty, apprecia-tion and attachment.” Sally Jenny developed the program in 1988, which now boasts more than 4,000 participant artists a week. Facili-tators create a safe and encouraging at-mosphere to explore painting with wa-tercolors, which can unlock memories, stimulate thoughts and promote social interaction. The process also produces tangible pieces they’ve created and can revisit. “The artists have complete con-

trol over their work,” Clond comments. “It’s a failure-free activity.” For at-home painting activities, she suggests inviting guidelines: Provide good-quality supplies; have no expec-tations; fi nd something good in every effort; ask them to title their piece and affi x their artist’s signature; call them an artist and provide artistic respect.

Telling Personal Stories Improves Well-Being“Creative storytelling for dementia patients replaces the pressure to re-member with the freedom to imagine,” remarks Joan Williamson, of Milwau-kee, Wisconsin, a coordinator and mas-ter trainer with TimeSlips. She’s seen it improve communication, self-esteem and social interaction for people with memory loss. Whether exploring art, music, movement or storytelling, expressive therapies can enrich the lives and con-nections of people with dementia and their care partners.

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Heidi Ketler (left) and Drew and Iris Daniels work on fence repair at the Wilson family cemetery on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Photo courtesy of Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Heidi Ketler fell in love with the Blue Ridge Parkway

when she was a child grow-ing up in western Penn-sylvania. When her family took trips to the beach, they drove on the parkway and stopped to camp and hike along the way. Those trips changed her life. “I always wanted to take a vacation just on the parkway itself,” she says. Today, Ketler is the presi-dent of the Roanoke Valley Chapter of the Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway, a volunteer organization that helps to take care of the parkway. The local chapter is part of the Plateau District; the oth-ers are Ridge, Highlands and Pisgah districts, with chapters within each one. “Friends is the volunteer arm of a group of parkway partners,” Ketler explains. The partners include the National Park Service/Blue Ridge Park-way, Virginia Department of Forestry, Roanoke Regional Partnership, County of Roanoke, Blue Ridge Parkway Association, Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, Across the Way Produc-tions, Hotel Floyd and Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. “We all have the same mission: to preserve and enhance the Blue Ridge Parkway,” Ketler says. “Because we’re member-driven and the volunteer branch of the National Park Service, we have the ability to increase awareness and stewardship. And we do a lot of maintenance work, especially on overlook trails and cemeteries.” Volunteers help clear trails, remove fallen limbs and trees, pick up trash and tend the old family cemeteries along the parkway. “There always seems to be a

training, which includes a presentation by an archaeologist and information on genealogy, record-keeping and local history, is so popular that recent train-ings have been standing-room-only, Ketler says. “So many people care about these old cemeteries, and they love doing the hard work of tending them so they won’t be forgotten.” The Plateau District also sup-ports and helps organize the Roanoke Mountain Concert Series, from May through the end of September. These are free bluegrass performances held at the Roanoke Mountain campground on Sunday evenings; this month they run from 5 to 6 p.m. When the campground closed to overnight use, the popular concerts were expected to end as well. But, thanks to grassroots support, the beloved tradition continues, drawing large (and often dancing) crowds each Sunday evening. Visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs, food and non-alcoholic beverages, Ketler says. Throughout the year, the organiza-tion holds fund-raising events, such as the Friends Golf Classic in May. Do-nations go toward the local chapter’s needs, such as education programs and workshops and power tools. Recently the group purchased weed-trimmers (for which some members received train-ing, as “there are certain things that you should and shouldn’t cut,” Ketler says), as well as leaf blowers. The Roanoke-based Friends staff in-cludes Ketler; secretary Mary Ellen Bur-chett; community relations coordinator Barbara Duerk; volunteer coordinator Fernando Gracia; and facility manager Allen Lawson. “Our members are amazing, dedi-cated people, and we are always look-ing for new people to join us,” Ketler says. “It’s such rewarding work. Every day I think how lucky I am to get to do this work, and it has the same effect on other people.”

Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway is located at 4419 Pheasant Ridge Rd., Ste. 101, Roanoke. For more informa-tion, call Heidi Ketler at 540-772-2992, email [email protected] or visit FriendsBRP.org.

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tree down and that would keep the park service very busy,” Ketler says. “They re-ally do need our help with these kinds of projects. This enables them to deal with more pressing things.” She adds that Friends are “the eyes and ears of the Parkway,” and can report such things as downed trees and wash-outs and start the process of addressing them to keep the area open. The Plateau District works both with other chapters and in its own area. Volunteers include both members and those who drop in occasionally, and they come in groups, pairs and couples, and sometimes alone. Some are interested in a specifi c part of the work, and others just go wherever they are needed. For example, Ketler says, some vol-unteers focus on maintaining the snow gates along the parkway. Others have gotten basic chainsaw training, pro-vided by the park service, to clear limbs and buck (cut into logs) fallen trees. Many others are dedicated to cemetery cleanups, for which the organization provides specifi c training. The cemetery


“If you’re depressed, tired or sick, your caregiving is likely to suffer,” counsels John Schall, CEO of Care-

giver Action Network, in Washington, D.C., and a former family caregiver. “For the sake of your loved one, take care of yourself.” The AARP estimates that some 34 million family caregivers provide for someone that is ill or disabled in the U.S. According to the National Al-liance for Caregiving, in Bethesda, Maryland, caregivers generally struggle with fi nding time for themselves, managing emotional and physical stress and balancing work and family responsibilities. Experts suggest that the following seven steps can help people enjoy a healthier, less stressful and more conscious approach to care giving—and receiving.

Reframe CareWhen Lori La Bey’s mom was diag-nosed with dementia, the daughter initially felt she was the only family

member that could help her. How-ever, gradually, the Minneapolis-based international caregiver advocate and founder of AlzheimersSpeaks.com learned to welcome help from others. “Being perfect gets in the way of true connections,” she observes. Although La Bey began her caregiv-ing out of love, the volume of related tasks soon sparked stress. That’s when she taught herself to slow down and reframe her outlook: Before going into her mom’s room, folding her laundry, scheduling healthcare practitioners and delivering dinner, La Bey paused to consciously ask: “Is Mom safe, happy and pain-free?” Centering on those three questions reminded her that she was doing this work out of love. Psychotherapist Diana Denholm, Ph.D., of West Palm Beach, Florida, heightened her own consciousness by learning to see caregiving as a collab-orative effort. Denholm, author of The Caregiving Wife’s Handbook: Caring for Your Seriously Ill Husband, Caring for Yourself (CaregivingWife.com), sought

to keep her husband as engaged and active as possible. When she had diffi cult issues to discuss, she’d make a “talking date” with him, offering choices by saying, “I’d love to chat with you. Would Tuesday before dinner or Thursday after breakfast work for you?” Before the date, she’d select a comfortable room and clear her mind by meditating, napping or mind-fully sipping herbal tea. The conversa-tions would cover anything from how to work with their health professionals to plans for his end-of-life ceremony. They agreed on strategies and worked together as a team.

Redefi ne Assistance“I’ll carry your luggage for you, Dad, since you’re not feeling well”… La Bey still remembers her father’s down-turned mouth as she tugged the suitcase out of his hands. “I was trying to be helpful, but instead I took away his dignity and power,” she later real-ized. “If I had packed his bag lighter, he could have carried it like always.” When are we helping and when are we doing too much? “Put yourself in the sick person’s shoes. Avoid doing something the per-son can do for himself,” agrees Den-holm. Controlling behavior changes the dynamics of the relationship and can put the caregiver in a parental role. She recommends a holistic brainstorming exercise in which the caregiver writes answers to such questions as: What am I frustrated about? What really annoys me? Why am I angry with myself? The results offer a window to un-derstanding our own feelings. “Feeling anger could mean we’re acting co-dependently and taking on too many responsibilities,” Denholm says. “The caregiver’s job isn’t to save the patient, but merely to support him or her in necessary ways.”

Ask for Help“I don’t want to be a burden,” and “We’re afraid of losing our privacy,” and “I’m the only one who can take care of him; no one else can do it right,” are common concerns. “These self-limiting beliefs prevent people from reaching out for help,” says family caregiver and life coach Yosaif August,

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founder of Yes To Life Coaching (YesToLifeCoaching.com), in Phila-delphia, Pennsylvania, and author of Coaching for Caregivers: How to Reach Out Before You Burn Out. August quotes a recent Johns Hopkins study that reported caregivers might improve their health “… when caregiving is done willingly, at manage-able levels and with individuals who are capable of expressing gratitude.” Accepting assistance makes caregiving more manageable. August understands how over-whelming the experience can be and advises caregivers to ask themselves: “What do I need help with right now?” Keep answers specifi c, such as, “I need someone to prepare dinner to-morrow night, mow the lawn and pick up our vitamins.” August also suggests creating a family Declaration of Interdepen-dence, a personal statement docu-menting how the family prefers to be helped, along with the attitudes and behaviors they fi nd especially sup-portive. Encourage family and friends to ask these two questions: “Are you open to advice?” and “Is this a good time to talk about your spouse’s condi-tion?” Make much-needed breaks sacrosanct from such discussions.

Nurture through NourishmentMore than 50 percent of caregivers surveyed in a 21st-century study spear-headed by the National Alliance for Caregiving reported, “I don’t have time to take care of myself.” That can trans-late to a lack of exercise, an unhealthy diet and little or no respite. “If you aren’t healthy and strong, you can’t properly care for anyone else,” says Liana Werner-Gray, New York City natural lifestyle consultant and author of The Earth Diet (TheEarthDiet.org). To be-gin each day, she advises drinking one cup of warm water with juice from half a lemon, explaining that stress produc-es acid and lemon water metabolizes as alkalinity and helps keep the body’s pH balanced. For healthy snacks, Werner-Gray recommends easy and nutrition-rich choices like fresh fruits, green smooth-ies, organic nut butters and a trail mix

of raw nuts, seeds and dried fruits. Save time with the smoothies by making a large batch and freezing portions to enjoy later. A basic recipe might include two handfuls of greens, such as spinach and kale, a banana and other fruits, almond milk or purifi ed water and maybe adding fl axseed, cinnamon or goji berries. When appropriate, share the same health-boosting foods with the loved one. Victoria Moran, of New York City, is the director of the Main Street Vegan Academy and author of a dozen books on health and well-being including Main Street Vegan and Liv-ing a Charmed Life. She offers such conscious eating tips as eating full meals of “real” food instead of snacks; selecting beautiful foods; and ritual-izing indulgences, such as a special spot for relaxing with high-quality dark chocolate and tea using good china while listening to classical music.

Stand for ExerciseEven though caregivers may feel they don’t have time to spare, Dr. Jordan D. Metzl, author of The Exercise Cure, says it’s vital to incorporate physi-cal activity. He recommends starting by walking 30 minutes a day for one month. If necessary, it can be done in 10-minute increments.

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According to a study by Mayo Clinic Physician James Levine, Ph.D., in Scottsdale, Arizona, “Sitting is the new smok-ing.” Researchers have linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns that include obesity, metabolic syndrome and increased risks of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer. The solution is to move more and sit less—walk while on the phone and stand up while reading. Metzl suggests a stretch break every 20 minutes. Three of his “com-mandments” for fi tness are having fun, setting goals and minimizing sitting. “Schedule exercise and respite breaks and make them as inviolate as a doctor’s visit,” advises Schall.

Commune with SpiritAugust suggests establishing a twofold consciousness-raising ritual to welcome and appreciate life. Begin each day by showing gratitude for being alive and end it focused on forgiveness and grati-tude. “When you cultivate gratitude, you notice more things to be grateful for,” says August. La Bey concurs, and writes down at least fi ve things she is grateful for every day. She mentally replays time with her mom and appreciates the little moments and signs of hope, like “the twinkle in Mom’s eye or the way she held hands and smiled.” This puts her in an upbeat frame of mind

when she drifts off to sleep. She also writes out her intention for the day, envisioning positive outcomes. She might affi rm: “I am going to have a grace-fi lled day. Things will go smoothly.” Denholm centers herself by

petting her cats. Some caregivers chant or practice meditation or mindful breathing, while others might take a walk, shop, or sit quietly in a church.

Notice BlessingsLa Bey discovered that her journey as a caregiver also dramatically enhanced her own life. “Mom taught me so much,” she relates. “I learned compas-sion and unconditional love on multi-ple levels. I learned to live in gratitude, instead of loss.” August notes, “Even in the tough times, I experienced an engaged, poi-gnant and rich connection with my parents.” For Denholm, treasured gifts in-cluded strengthening her communica-tion with her husband and working as a team. “Allowing yourself to reach out for assistance and make time for respite will deeply enrich your caregiving ex-perience,” concludes Schall.

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A classroom pet can help stu-dents learn about caring for another species, but is it the

best way to teach? “A classroom pet can be a great opportunity to teach children gentle be-havior. Many kids take pride in caring for the pet,” observes Terry Manrique, now a professional parent coach in Columbus, Ohio, who earlier worked with children ages 5 and 6 at Little People’s Country, in LaGrange, Illinois. To prevent jealousy, students can rotate responsibilities for animal care in the classroom and during school breaks. Pet Care Trust, which awards grants to teachers for hosting pets, provides care instructions and information about transmittable diseases for a bearded dragon, tarantula, rat, rabbit, leopard gecko, guinea pig, gerbil, dwarf hamster,

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beta fi sh, ball python, mouse and aquatic turtle. (Find more information via Tinyurl.com/AvoidPassingDisease.) The ASPCA advises that the pet’s environment shouldn’t be stressful and care should meet its specifi c needs. For example, keep handling of an animal to a minimum, and then only with adult supervision. Provide food, clean water and basic veterinary care, including vac-cinations and parasite control, grooming, exercise and social interaction. Diligence in fi nding and eliminating hazardous substances and situations is equally vital.

naturalpet Susan Tellem, co-founder of Ameri-can Tortoise Rescue, in Malibu, Cali-fornia, elaborates on her area of exper-tise—turtles and tortoises. “A tank isn’t a natural environment for a reptile and doesn’t allow enough room for exercise. It’s like asking a human to live in a bath-tub,” says Tellem. She points out that they also need a proper diet and natural sun, not artifi cial light. Tellum used to take rescued turtles for classroom visits until a particularly large specimen staged a protest to the un-natural environment by making a mess, tearing up school papers and posters. Tel-lem further warns that a turtle might bite (and not let go until the person relaxes) or pinch small fi ngers when retreating back into its shell. These days, she prefers to share an educational DVD that shows turtles at their best—in their own habitat. (Find more information at Tortoise.com.) “Constant artifi cial lighting goes against the natural sleep cycle of an animal,” comments Veterinarian Amber Andersen, in Rancho Palos Verdes, Cali-fornia. “You can see it at shelters—dogs and cats are unable to achieve a restful sleep and become agitated.” Too often, the responsibility for caring for a classroom pet falls on the teacher during holiday breaks and summer months. “We had a popular chinchilla that was usually nocturnal, but also made appear-ances during the day,” says Manrique. “Then one of the teachers brought her dog to school, which caused stress for the chinchilla. When a new student had an allergic reaction to the furry creature, we had to fi nd a new home for him. Our next pets were fi sh.” Manrique’s students have also se-cured fertilized eggs from a local farmer to watch them hatch before the chicks re-turned home to the farm. “When we had caterpillars that turned into butterfl ies, a fun fi eld trip to the park became the of-fi cial winged release party,” she says. There is always the chance a pet might die during the school year. Parents are advised when a classroom pet dies and students have a classroom discussion to help them work through their grief. Lisa Cohn, co-author of Bash and Lucy Fetch Confi dence, in Portland, Oregon, wrote the book with her son, Michael, af-ter the sudden death of their dog, Lucy, as


a way to help them deal with their sadness. The Humane Society of the United States is not in favor of classroom pets. To avoid being vulnerable to predators in the wild, animals often hide symptoms of illness or injury. In captivity, that behavior can delay veterinary help. Recommended alternatives to bringing animals into the classroom include fi eld trips to nature centers, wildlife refuges and animal shelters. The society’s Kind News magazine for students from kindergarten through sixth grade shares stories of rescued animals, pet care tips and how-tos for nurturing backyard wildlife (HumaneSociety.org). Before deciding on a classroom pet, consider life from the pet’s point of view—how loud is the class, how old are the kids, how much main-tenance will be needed and how much space is needed for a proper habitat. There might be a better way to learn—and teach.

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9 Worst School PetsBirds—can be messy and noisy, bite when handled too much or roughly, are stressed by too much noise and can pass salmonella.

Chinchillas—nocturnal; need cool, constant temperatures of less than 85 degrees and don’t like to be handled. They need time out of the cage daily (subject to being stepped on by eager children) and require an allergen dust bath to remove oil from their fur.

Ferrets—emit a strong odor and have a tendency to nip.

Frogs—petting can transmit salmo-nella.

Hamsters—nocturnal; poking can lead to a bite.

Iguanas—can grow to over six feet long and a tail-swiping can be pain-ful; generally not friendly and have highly specifi c dietary needs.

Rabbits—don’t like to be handled, can bite or scratch; need a calm and peaceful environment to avoid potential stress-induced heart attacks.

Dr. Clark Fobian, of Sedalia, Missouri, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, says they require hay or grasses, fresh greens, vegeta-bles and a high-grade pellet food, plus toys to prevent boredom and exces-sive tooth growth.

Snakes—can be aggressive during molting.

Turtles—need sunlight, specifi c diet and more exercise space than a tank can provide; salmonella may be trans-mitted through their drinking water or by touch.

Better AlternativesFish—relaxing to watch and easy to feed.

Guinea pig—larger than a hamster and more easily handled; need space to move around and another com-panion guinea pig. Fresh food, high in vitamin C, is necessary, according to Fobian. Mites can be a problem requiring a vet visit.

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Lois Parker Carmona fi rst stepped into a yoga studio looking for better physical health. “I was doing hot

vinyasa because I wanted to sweat. I wanted to feel better,” she recalls. Many people on a similar quest try yoga for the fi rst time during Septem-ber’s National Yoga Month (YogaHealthFoundation.org/yoga_month), founded by Johannes Fisslinger. “This year, more than 2,200 yoga studios will offer in-formative public events or a free week of classes to new students to educate everyone about the health benefi ts of yoga and inspire a healthy lifestyle,” says Fisslinger. “Yoga and mindfulness are an essential part of America’s newly emerging health paradigm.” Like many others, as Carmona deepened her practice, she discovered that yoga’s benefi ts transcend the physi-cal. Then she went further, becoming a certifi ed Baptiste yoga instructor and co-owner of Melrose Yoga, in Melrose, Massachusetts. “Many of us are so busy and consumed with the constant motion of day-to-day ac-tivities that we lose complete track of who we are, along with the state of our bod-ies,” she says. “Yoga recon-nects me with myself.”

FlexibilityOne reason that people try yoga is to improve their fl exibility. A recent report from Yoga Alliance, a nonprofi t associa-tion based in Arlington, Virginia, states that it can improve fl exibility and mo-bility and increase range of motion over time as ligaments, tendons and muscles lengthen and become more elastic. It also helps relieve muscular tension throughout the body. The Alliance’s Danica Amore notes that fl exibility means different things to different people. “A senior might defi ne fl exibility as being able to pick up the grandkids, while young people might consider it essential to their athletic abilities.” Flexibility can also mean being able to turn around easily while backing out of the driveway or running with fewer injuries, adds Carmona.

Improvements in fl exibility gen-erally depend on an individual’s age, health and commitment to practicing yoga, as well as the

style chosen. “There are so many different lineages of yoga, and each teacher has his or her own style. Plus, each individual progresses at their own pace,” Amore explains. “It’s really a ques-tion of where you want this personal practice to take you and how you embrace it in your private life.” The bottom line is that every-one’s journey is different.

Mental HealthMany experts concur that yoga can be effective in reducing stress. As students continue their practice, they feel less stress and an increased sense of peace and relaxation, along with other mental health benefi ts. “Yoga gives you what is often called a ‘witness consciousness’,” says John Kepner, executive director of the Inter-national Association of Yoga Therapists, in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Being able to observe the external events around you, but not being caught up in the dra-ma. In modern terms, it’s an increased ability to stay cool, calm and collected. After a good yoga class, your troubles can appear further away.”

Improved RelationshipsWhen stress is reduced, an increased sense of calm tends to permeate all areas of one’s life, observes Kepner. “Based on my experience, yoga also helps improve relationships.” He has taught the same group of students for 10 years and notes their special relationship: “If one goes to the same yoga class regularly, a friendship tends to develop with others in the class, called Songhai. After a while, practicing together becomes one of the most valu-able parts of the practice,” he says. This benefi cial, deeper sense of community—a major allure of a long-term yoga practice—develops mainly from the intangible sense of working together in terms of physical, mental and spiritual support.

Spirituality and Connectedness“Even beginning students quickly real-ize how connecting with their bodies and their breath helps them in their everyday lives,” says Carmona. “It adds a transcendent dimension to everything you do in life.” In addition to its more immediate tangible benefi ts, other long-term ben-efi ts experienced by students may be harder to defi ne or quantify. Carmona observes, “People generally say that yoga has changed their life, physically, mentally and spiritually.”

Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer outside Boston, MA. Connect at [email protected].

Say Yes to YogaIt Boosts Health, Peace, Community and Spiritualityby Lynda Bassett


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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3Verbatim Group Energy Session – 6:30-8pm. 1.5-hour information session. Enjoy a guided meditation, followed by a chakra clearing and group (energy) session. $20 suggested love offering. Centers of Light and Love, Center for Holistic Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5Community HU Song and Introductory Book Discussion in Lynchburg – 7pm. Community HU song followed at 7:30pm with an introductory book discussion on Eckankar: Key to Secret Worlds by Paul Twitchell. Sponsored by Eckankar Center, Roanoke. Harmonic Wave Wellness Center, 3201 Hill St, Lynch-burg. 540-353-5365. [email protected]. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6Book Sale – 8am-1pm. Old and new items, hard-to-fi nd copies on religion, history, self-help, biographies, mu-sic, fi ction and much more. Valley Community Church, 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke (behind McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza). 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

Verbatim System of Spiritual Healing Class – 10am-12pm. Guided meditation, energy clearing, chakra acti-vation, healing and psychic exchanges. Beginners will receive the Voice Attunement to give them the ability to use Verbatim System for hands-on healing for themselves and others. Centers of Light and Love, Center for Holistic

Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

Sedalia Country Fair and Gathering – 10am-5pm. A celebration of domestic animals, farming, gardening, and the rural life that sustains us all. Primitive skills, native plants, tipi camp, wagon rides. $5/person; free/children 12 and under. Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Rd, Big Island. 434-299-5080. SedaliaCenter.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7Renew Your Heart, Expand Your Soul Workshop – 1:30-4:30pm. An experiential workshop on spiritual living with grace and joy. Dr. Linda J. Ferguson offers solutions to struggles with relationships, money, co-work ers, doubt and worry. Pre-registration required. $25/person. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke. 540-562-2200, ext 10. LindaJFer-guson.com/Renew-Your-Heart-Workshop.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8Full Moon Hike to McAfee Knob – 5:30-11:30pm. McAfee Knob is the iconic hike in the region and doing it by the light of the moon is one of Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s ultimate 100 things to do in the Roanoke Valley. Register by September 4. $10/person. Roanoke Parks and Recreation, 215 Church Ave, Roanoke. 540-853-2236. PlayRoanoke.com.

Spiritual Awakening Class Series – 6:30-8:30pm. Continues through October 20. Learn natural law, energy principles, different meditation techniques and exer-cises. Includes two private coaching sessions. Limited

to nine participants; pre-registration is required. $333/person. Centers of Light and Love, Center for Holistic Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10Learn to Stand Up Paddle (SUP) – 6-8pm. Come learn everything you need to know to get started in the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding from our American Canoe Associated (ACA) certifi ed instructor. Register by September 7. $20/person. Roanoke Parks and Recreation, 215 Church Ave, Roanoke. 540-853-2236. PlayRoanoke.com.

Eating for Energy – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn about often overlooked reasons for fatigue and how to reclaim your energy using functional nutrition. Handouts included. RSVP only. $5/person until August 15; $10/person after August 15. Event location: Lucie Monroe’s conference room, 1600 Roanoke St, Christiansburg. Sponsored by: Holistic Nutrition Source. 540-454-8191. [email protected].

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11Free Information Session about Smoking Cessation Resources – 6pm. Also September 25, 6pm. Hosted by the American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking Program and Lynn Bowman, MSSW. Pre-registration required. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12Spiritual Awakening Class Series – 10am-12pm. Con-tinues through October 24. Learn Natural Law, Energy principles, different meditation techniques and exercises. Includes two private coaching sessions. Limited to nine participants; pre-registration required. $333/person. Cen-ters of Light and Love, Center for Holistic Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13Fall ECO (Electronics Clean Out) Day – 8am-2pm. Dispose of your electronics responsibly at the following Goodwill locations: 4335 Pheasant Ridge Rd, Roanoke (at Hunting Hills Plaza), and 1319 Grandin Rd, Roanoke (at Roanoke Natural Foods C-op). Acceptable items include computers, computer equipment and small elec-tronics. Televisions are not being accepted. Sponsored by Goodwill of the Valleys, Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op, Clean Valley Council and Natural Awakenings magazine. For more call Misty Adams, 540-986-1224, ext. 137.

Save Green Expo – 9am-3pm. Join us for the following activities: live entertainment; healthy free lunch; demos on raised-bed and container gardening; edible landscaping; how to preserve food for winter; organic methods and re-sources; and kitchen, yard and farm composting. Plus meet local producers of organics and pastured meats. Sponsored by Grayson LandCare. Crossroads Institute, 1117 E Stuart Dr, Galax. 276-238-7073. GraysonLandCare.org.

Into the Light: The Near-Death Experience Work-shop – 9:30am-5:45pm. Discover what it’s like to have a near-death experience by safely and easily visiting non-physical realms using Hemi-Sync technology. Pre-registration required. $85/person. KeyQuest, 536 Wild Cherry Rd NE, Pilot. 540-651-2727. Keyquest.US.com.

Essential Oils for Healthy Body and Creating Harmony – 10am-12pm. Join us for this essential oil experiential. We will review a number of oils and their individual benefi ts and properties as they apply to a healthy body and restoring harmony in your Life. Love offering. Centers of Light and Love, Center for Holistic Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14Sustainability Week. Continues through Saturday, September 20. Various events highlighting sustain-

ability in Blacksburg, at Virginia Tech and in the surrounding community. Includes demonstrations, tours and presentations. Various locations. Sustainable-BlacksburgVA.org. Facilities.VT.Edu/Sustainability.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17Understanding Reiki: Energy Healing and Awareness – 6-7pm. During this one-hour class you will learn how energy affects your daily life and health as well as how you can benefi t from energy awareness and Reiki. $10/person. Pre-registration required. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18Designer White Elephant Silent Auction – 5-9pm. Bid on new designer items for the home as well as gift cer-tifi cates from local merchants. Proceeds benefi t Habitat for Humanity and the Virginia Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers. $30/person. Sheraton Roa-noke Hotel and Conference Center, 2801 Hershberger Rd, Roanoke. Purchase tickets at Eventbrite.com.

Why World Peace Is Possible – 7pm. Speaker Paul Chappell, West Point graduate, Iraq War veteran and peace leader will share his inspiring vision for global peace from the perspective of a soldier. Free. First Uni-tarian Church, 818 Court St, Lynchburg. Sponsored by the Lynchburg Peace Education Center and The Peace Practice. For more information call Susie at 434-609-3437. ThePeacePractice.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20Monroe Institute Excursion Workshop – 9am-6pm. Continues on Sunday, 9am-5:30pm. Easily access expanded states of consciousness using Hemi-Sync technology to realize more of your untapped poten-tial. Pre-registration required. $250/person. Stillpoint, 307 Upton St, Winston-Salem, NC. 540-651-2727. Keyquest.US.com.

Reiki I Class – 10am-4:30pm. Learn how to be a Reiki practitioner or just bring more harmony and balance to your own life. Limited to six students, so register early to ensure your seat. $175/person. Centers of Light and Love, Center for Holistic Living, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-588-0788. [email protected]. AlexandriaPederson.com.

POW/MIA Awareness Day – 11am-12pm. The National D-Day Memorial will lay a wreath and host a special ceremony in memory of the nation’s POWs and MIAs. The Memorial will also host the Vietnam traveling wall throughout the weekend. National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford. 540-586-3329. DDay.org.

Eckankar Book Discussion in Floyd – 11:30am-12:30pm. Eckankar book discussion on Stranger by the River by Paul Twitchell. Sponsored by Eckankar Center, Roanoke. Floyd Library, 321 W Main St, Floyd. 540-353-5365. [email protected]. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21Lynchburg Community Peace Fair – 12-4pm. Held in conjunction with the International Day of Peace, the event will feature information booths hosted by local groups on peace and justice issues and health and stress-relief. Free. Sponsored by the Lynchburg Peace Education Center and The Peace Practice. Aviary in Miller Park, 301 Grove St, Lynchburg. For more infor-mation, call Susie at 434-609-3437. LPEC.Weebly.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24Living Well Monthly Series: Living Well by Mas-tering Time Management – 6:30pm. Hosted By Angela McGoldrick, LPC. $10/person. Pre-registration required. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd. Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25Honor the Earth Dinner – 6pm. Three sisters (squash, corn and beans) and bison dinner, honoring the traditional native foods of SW Virginia. Call for reservations. Also open for Saturday lunch 11:30am-2pm. Local Roots Restaurant, 1314 Grandin Rd, Roanoke. 540-206-2610. LocalRootsRestaurant.com.

Spiritual Experiences Discussion in Roanoke – 7-8pm. Open discussion of past-life memory, insightful dreams, déjà vu, inner guidance and soul travel. Free spiritual experiences guidebook with audio CD provided. Ecka-nkar Center, 1420 3rd Street SW, Roanoke (fi rst fl oor, back far right offi ce). 540-353-5365. [email protected]. Eck-Virginia.org, Eckankar.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27Monroe Institute Excursion Workshop – 9am-6pm. Continues on Sunday, 9am-5:30pm. Easily access expanded states of consciousness using Hemi-Sync technology to realize more of your untapped potential. Pre-registration required. $190/person. KeyQuest, 536 Wild Cherry Rd NE, Pilot . 540-651-2727. Keyquest.US.com.National Public Lands Day – 9am-5pm. Join fellow trail enthusiasts at Carvins Cove to provide several sections of trail with some much-needed maintenance. Lunch is provided. Register by September 25. Free. Roanoke Parks and Recreation, 215 Church Ave, Roanoke. 540-853-2236. PlayRoanoke.com.Centerfest. Arts and crafts entertainment, kids’ activities, shopping, antiques and food. One of the largest community festivals in the Mid-Atlantic. Free. Downtown Bedford. Sponsored by Bedford Main Street, Inc. 540-586-2148. [email protected]. CentertownBedford.com. Using Sacred Oils from the Bible – 1-4pm. During this informative and hands-on seminar, we will explore 120 different ways to use the 12 most used essential oils in the Bible. $35/person. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke. Alexandria Pederson at 540-588-0788. Angel Card Party – 6-8pm. Hosted by Crystal Addison, C.A.C.R. Enjoy a 15-minute angel card reading, light re-freshments, raffl e drawings, discounted Hay House Books. Pre-registration required. $15/person. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4Yard Sale – 8am-1pm. Jewelry, clothing, kitchen items, outdoor-activities tent, toys, framed pictures, lighthouse collection, one-of-a-kind hand-carved birds. Valley Community Church, 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke (behind McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza). 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10Blue Ridge Potters Guild Show and Sale – 6-9pm. Continues on Saturday, October 11, 10am-6pm, and Sunday, October 12, 12-5pm. The largest all-pottery show in Virginia, featuring functional and decorative works created by more than 70 area potters. Free. Pat-rick Henry High School, 2102 Grandin Rd, Roanoke. [email protected]. BlueRidgePotters.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17Go Outside Festival – Continues through Sunday, Oc-tober 19. Camping, local music, craft beer, races, hiking gear sampling and demos to encourage healthy, active outdoor recreation. River’s Edge Sports Complex, 210 Reserve Ave, Roanoke. RoanokeGoFest.com.

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sundayUnity of Roanoke – 9 and 11am services. All welcome. 3300 Green Ridge Rd NW, Roanoke. 540-562-2200. Offi [email protected]. UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

Unity in the Seven Hills – 10-11am. Sunday service. Free. 3522 Campbell Ave, Lynchburg. 434-845-5832. [email protected]. UnityInTheSevenHills.org.

Community HU Song – 10-10:30am. Second Sunday of each month. Singing HU has helped people of many differ-ent faiths open their hearts more fully to the uplifting pres-ence of God. Eckankar Center, 1420 Third St, Roanoke (fi rst fl oor, back far right offi ce). 540-353-5365. [email protected]. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

Valley Community Church – 10:30am. Practical solutions based on the teachings of Jesus. Services include varied musical programs; refreshments served afterward. Also streaming live on the Internet. All wel-come. Nursery available. 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke. 1 block off Rt 419, behind the McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza. 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

Eckankar Worship Service – 11am-Noon. Second Sunday of each month. During each worship service we explore a spiritual topic and practice simple spiri-tual exercises to help gain personal experience with the light and sound of God. All welcome. Eckankar Center, 1420 Third St, Roanoke (fi rst fl oor, back far right offi ce). 540-353-5365. [email protected]. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

Peace Readers Book Group – 2pm. Last Sunday of every month. Book group focusing on titles that help to

create a culture of peace. For more information, check the calendar on our website. All are welcome. Free. The Peace Practice, 3200 Memorial Ave, Lynchburg. 434-609-3437. ThePeacePractice.com.

Flow Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Practice yoga in a fun, safe, intelligent, well-stocked studio. No registration required; drop in any time. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty St, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

mondayFlow Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Practice yoga in a fun, safe, intelligent, well-stocked studio. No registration required; drop in any time. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty St, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Creating Your Joy: Yoga to Manage Your Mood – 7-8:15pm. Join us for a gentle yoga class that emphasizes balancing the nervous system and mood regulation. $12 drop-in or purchase a class card. All are welcome. Inner Wisdom Yoga and Psychotherapy, 1420 Third St, Roanoke. 540-798-8478. [email protected].

A Course in Miracles – 7-9pm. All welcome. Love offer-ing. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd NW, Roanoke. 540-562-2200 x10. UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

tuesdayTai Chi – 12-1pm. Low-impact focusing on relaxation, balance and a sense of overall well-being. All ages, all levels. Please call or email before fi rst visit. Barefoot

ongoingevents Studios, 16 West Marketplace Bldg, 16 Church Ave, Roanoke. 540-632-2323. [email protected]. BarefootStudiosAndGalleries.com.

Kids’ Yoga – 4:30-5:15pm. Beginner’s class aimed at being light and engaging for children. Call to pre-register. Ages 4-11. Free/fi rst session; $8/one session; $36/six sessions. Life in Balance Counseling and Well-ness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Beginner’s Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Also Thursdays 4:15-5:30pm and Fridays 9:30-10:45am. Increase your strength and fl exibility. No experience necessary. First session is free; call to pre-register. $12/one session; $48/six sessions. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Zen Meditation Group – 6-7pm. Meditation in-struction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke. 540-345-5932. [email protected].

Kripalu Yoga – 6-7pm. What distinguishes a kripalu yoga class is an emphasis on bringing awareness to the physical sensations, emotions and thoughts that arise throughout the practice. Accessible to all levels. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty St, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Vinyasa Flow Class – 6:15-7:30pm. Open to all levels. Facilitated by Christina Adams, RYT. $10/public; $5/students. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 S Main St, Ste 106, Blacksburg. 540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

Edgar Cayce Search for God group – 7:30-9:30pm. New members welcome. 413 Dunton Dr, Blacksburg. 540-552-2873. [email protected].

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wednesdayMindfulness Self-Care for Practitioners – 9-10am. Sec-ond and fourth Wednesday of each month. Hosted by Alan Forrest, LPC, LMFT. Practice mindfulness for 30 minutes and then enjoy an open discussion for 30 minutes. Free-will offering. Pre-registration required. Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Gentle yoga focusing on integration of body, mind, and spirit with instructor Colleen Carrell. No registration required and drop-ins are welcome. All ages, all levels. $10. Barefoot Studios, 16 Church Ave (16 West Marketplace Bldg), Roanoke. 540-761-5635. BarefootStudiosAndGallery.com.

Prayer and Meditation – Noon-12:20pm. Add your energy to the peaceful environment of our chapel and be lifted up through the use of positive affi rmations during this sacred time of prayer and focused atten-tion. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke (at the Woodhaven intersection). 540-562-2200. UnityOfRoanokevalley.org.

Music on the Lawn – Noon. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair at noon on the fi rst Wednesday of the month and enjoy original music (as well as old favorites). Val-ley Community Church, 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke. 1 block off Rt 419, behind the McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza. 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

Zen Meditation Group – 6-7pm. Meditation in-struction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd. SW, Roanoke. 540-345-5932. [email protected].

Tai Chi – 6-7pm. Low-impact focusing on relax-ation, balance, and a sense of overall well-being. New beginners’ class. Please call or email before fi rst visit. Barefoot Studios, 16 West Marketplace Bldg, 16 Church Ave, Roanoke. 540-632-2323. BarefootStudio-sAndGalleries.com. [email protected].

Meditation, Reading and Book Discussion – 6:30pm meditation; 7-8:30pm reading and book dis-cussion. Visit website for current book. Valley Com-munity Church, Divine Science, 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke. One block off Rt 419, behind McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza. 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

New River Valley Unity Study Group – 7:30-9:00pm. Meditation, introspection and discussion. Free. Location varies. Call for details: Bev 540-763-2410 or Betty 540-639-5739.

thursdayHot Yoga – 6-7pm. Best suited to the student with some prior yoga experience, this class incorporates a faster pace, high temperatures and fun music. No registration required; drop-in any time. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty St, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Laughter Yoga – 6-6:30pm. Laughter yoga is held every fi rst and third Thursday of the month. No expe-rience required. Free. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 S Main St, Ste 106, Blacksburg. 540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. Laugh4U.org.

Mysore Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Deepen your experi-ence of yoga. $10/public; $5/students. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 S Main St, Ste 106, Blacksburg. 540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

Roanoke Community Drum Circle – 7pm. Express yourself through rhythm. Free. Grandin Village,

courtyard of Raleigh Court Baptist Church, corner of Memorial Ave and Grandin Rd, Roanoke. Sponsored by Plowshares of Roanoke. 989-0393. PlowshareVa.org.

fridayVinyasa Flow Class – 9:30-10:45am. Open to all levels. $10/public; $5/students. Blue Ridge Blue School of Mas-sage and Yoga, 2001 S Main St, Ste 106, Blacksburg. 540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

Alzheimer’s Support Group – 3-4pm. Meets every third Friday of the month in the Woodland Studio at the Village Center at Warm Hearth Village. Members will discuss issues that arise from caring for a loved one with dementia. Light refreshments available. Free. Warm Hearth Village, 2603 Warm Hearth Dr Blacksburg. 540-552-9176. Retire.org.

saturdayZen Meditation Group – 9-10pm. Meditation in-struction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke. 540-345-5932. [email protected].

Free Science-Based Natural Health Information – 10am-5pm. Second Saturday of each month. Drawings for free gift certifi cates, proven wellness information and great savings opportunities. The Well, 1764 Patriot Ln, Bedford. 540-587-9000; 877-843-9355. [email protected].

Monthly Silent Peace Vigil – Noon. Third Saturday of each month. All welcome. Downtown Roanoke City Market Bldg, 32 Market St, Roanoke. Sponsored by Plowshares of Roanoke. 989-0393. PlowshareVa.org.

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ENERGY – CONSERVATION AND HVAC

J & J WEATHERIZATION434-847-5487JoLangford@juno.comJJWeatherization.com

With 30 years of experience in home energy performance, J&J Weatherization is a full-service company specializing in insulation, home energy conservation and ef-fi ciency. See ad, page 13.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

GRANDIN COLAB540-397-4377GrandinCoLab.com

The Grandin CoLab is a hub for ideation, or generation of new ideas. It is designed

to connect innovators and entrepreneurs to re-sources, education and networking opportunities throughout the Roanoke and Blacksburg regions. The space is available for memberships, business meetings and events.

H2O AT HOMEJean Cox, Founding Director360-271-9525MyH2OatHome.com/Jean

Ground-floor business opportuni-ty. Earn “green” while helping others go green with your own home-based business. Be among the fi rst advisors in Virginia and help launch the East

Coast. Incentive packages available to experienced leaders. Call for more information. See ad, page 7.

CHURCHESECKANKAR, RELIGION OF THE LIGHT AND SOUND OF GOD1420 3rd Street SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 [email protected]

Are you looking for the personal experience of God, every day? Each of us is connected to God through Divine Spirit (the ECK), which can

be heard as Sound and seen as Light. Connect with a spiritual community of people who share your desire for truth See ad, page 23.

ROANOKE METAPHYSICAL CHAPELRev. Reed Brown, Pastor1488 Peters Creek Rd., NW Roanoke, VA 24017540-562-5122 RoanokeMeta.org

We are a metaphysical church with spiritualist roots. We offer classes, workshops and speakers throughout the year, and we teach and practice positive spirituality. Sunday servic-es: adult study, 9:30 a.m.; spiritual

healing, 10 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. Weekly classes and weddings. All welcome! See ad, page 25.

To be included in the Community Resource Directory, please email [email protected] or visit NABlueRidge.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

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ANIMALS AND PETS – SUPPLIES

NATURE’S EMPORIUM3912 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke, VA 24018540-989-8020MyNaturesEmporium.com

The largest selection of pet gifts, toys, beds and healthy foods and treats for all the special mem-

bers of the family. Natural and holistic pet food, wild bird and garden supplies. See ad, page 21.

ANIMALS AND PETS - VETERINARIANS

CONCORD VETERINARY SERVICESLori Leonard, BS, DVM, LFHOM8908 Village Hwy., Concord, VA 24538434-993-2403ConcordVetServices.com

Discover methods of support and comfort for your beloved animals. For 20 years we have offered homeopathy and other holistic modalities as well as

conventional veterinary care. New patients welcome!

HOLISTIC VETERINARY CONSULTANTSMarjorie M. Lewter, DVM2401 S. Main St., Blacksburg, VA 24060540-616-9247HolisticVeterinaryConsultants.com

Professional guidance for clients with many issues including vaccines, nu-trition and special health problems. Geriatric care, cancer support and hospice care. Routine medical care for small animals, farm animals and horses.

Integrative medicine including acupuncture, botanical medicines, chiropractic and homeopathy. Discover the power of holistic medicine. See ad, page 23.

BODYWORK – REIKI

LUELLA CROCKETTUsui Reiki Practitioner229 Union St., Salem, VA 24153540-397-1355LuellaCrockett.WordPress.comLuellaCrockett@gmail.com

Reiki sessions available at Grandin Gardens every Wednesday and in Salem by appointment. Amethyst BioMat, Bach Flower Remedies and Young Living Essential Oils are

combined to create a relaxing healing session as unique as you. Buy 2 Get 1 Free. See ad, page 12.


FUNERAL AND BURIAL SERVICES - GREEN

FOREST REST AT MOUNTAIN VIEW5970 Grassy Hill Rd., Boones Mill, VA 24065540-334-5398Sensor@EvergreenMemorialTrust.comEvergreenMemorialTrust.com

Forest Rest is a natural cemetery where interments are made without burial vaults or common embalm-ing chemicals. Wood tablets or native stones mark the graves. See

ad, page 17.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS - COACHING

REV. KANTA BOSNIAK, CHTLife Coach and Wedding Offi [email protected]

Coaching and guided imagery for weight loss, life purpose, creativity, new directions, business and career growth, confi dent interviews, dating. Take positive thinking to a deeper level. Personalized and meaningful

wedding ceremonies.

HOLISTIC NUTRITION SOURCEInfo@HolisticNutritionSource.comHolisticNutritionSource.com540-454-8191

Health coach Taunya Bruton offers custom, bio-individual, whole-health solutions for people and companies. Services include individualized health coaching programs, ALCAT food sensitivity testing, functional blood

chemistry analysis, pharmaceutical-grade supple-ments and wellness workshops. See website for upcoming events. Schedule your free consultation today. See ad, page 8.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS - DENTIST

DR. KAREN PERKINS, DDS46 Shelor Dr., Lynchburg, VA 24502434-237-6328MercuryFreeDDS.com

Providing the highest quality of dental care in a mercury-free environment, us-ing safe and biocompatible dental ma-terials. We practice safe removal of old mercury/silver (amalgam) fi llings with the safe mercury/silver fi lling removal

protocol outlined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine, IAOMT. See ad, page 11.

FITNESS – HOOPINGBLUSKYE [email protected]

At Blu Skye Hoops we are passionate about making life fun through the art of hoop dance. Invoking a fun, creative way fo r se l f -express ion , combined with classes and

custom hoops, we aim to ignite the passion and light that we each hold inside.

FOOD – NATURAL, ORGANIC AND VEGAN

ROANOKE NATURAL FOODS CO-OP1319 Grandin Rd., Roanoke, VA 240151 Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011540-343-5652RoanokeNaturalFoods.coop

Virginia’s largest, coopera-tively owned natural-foods grocery store. Nutritious food choices and earth-friendly products. We sup-

port sustainable environmental practices, local organic farmers, local businesses and our com-munity. See ad, page 18.

THE WELL1764 Patriot Ln., Bedford, VA [email protected]

The destination for natural health when looking for science-

based information, superior products, herbal tinc-tures, supplements, natural foods, bulk foods, spices and teas. The Well has all of this and more. Your benefi t is our business. See ad, page 24.

FOOD - RESTAURANTS

LOCAL ROOTS FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT1314 Grandin Rd., Roanoke, VA 24015540-206-2610LocalRootsRestaurant.com

Roanoke’s first true farm-to-table restaurant.

Open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner, Sunday for brunch and family-style supper. Full bar and wood-fi re oven. Available for private parties, corporate events, celebrations and catering. See ad, page 7.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS – HOLISTIC PRACTITIONERS

ALEXANDRIA PEDERSON, HOLISTIC PRACTITIONERCenters of Light and Love in the Be-ing Center for Holistic Living1420 3rd St. SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 [email protected]

Ready to live the light you truly are? Come and enjoy one of the many classes or sessions designed to nurture and sup-port you in awakening to the light within, being empowered

and making the choice to live in harmony!

HEALTH AND WELLNESS – PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

NATURE’S SPECIALISTDorothy Harrell, Pharmacist4620 Lee Hwy., Dublin, VA [email protected]

Specializing in naturopathic consultation, natural therapies and hair analysis. Nature’s Specialist also keeps a stock of high-quality vitamins, herbs and nutritionals. Call for an

appointment, or stop by to shop for supplements. See ad, page 5.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS - SPAS AND SALONS

ALL ABOUT YOU SALON1630 Braeburn Dr., Salem, VA 24153540-312-6141

Full-service hair salon. Organic hair coloring and perms that are made with certifi ed organic extracts and natural ingredients that are 100-per-cent ammonia-free. Spa services

include manicures, pedicure, facials and massage. Flexible appointments for busy schedules. See ad, page 9.

REVIVE ORGANIC SALON2305-A Colonial Ave., Roanoke, VA 24015540-816-0986

Organic salon of-fering ladies and men’s haircuts,

demineralizing treatments, organic base coloring, highlights, color correction and hair loss solutions. Revive’s mission is to treat others with respect and dignity while nurturing them in an organic environ-ment. See ad, page 11.


HEALTH AND WELLNESS – WELLNESS CENTERS

LIFE IN BALANCE COUNSELING AND WELLNESS CENTER125 Akers Farm Rd., Ste. D, Christiansburg, VA 24073540-381-6215 LifeInBalanceCenter.com

The Life In Balance team of therapists offers psychotherapy for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families, as well as massage therapy, Reiki, yoga classes, relaxation and medita-

tion classes and health and wellness workshops. See ad, page 25.

HOME – CLEANING SUPPLIES

H2O AT HOMEJean Cox, Founding Director360-271-9525MyH2OatHome.com/Jean

Now you can care for your home with our innovative smart tools and just water or certifi ed natural and organic products. Your home will be sparkling with no harsh chemical

residues or fumes! See ad, page 7.

MUSICEARTH MAMA®/ ROUSE HOUSE MUSICP.O. Box 450Independence, VA 24348276-773-8529EarthMama.org

Joyce “Earth Mama®” Rouse presents high-content, high entertainment musical motiva-tional programs for a sustain-able future to diverse audiences,

inspiring actions for healthy living and a healthy planet. Concerts, workshops, keynotes, classes, and FUN. Helping Heal the Planet One Song at a Time!®

OUTDOOR RECREATION AND ECOTOURISM

IT’S ALL NEARBY540-999-8133ItsAllNearby.com

It’s All Nearby is a resource guide to entertainment, sales and specials at Smith Moun-

tain Lake and surrounding areas. The comprehen-sive calendar, both in print and online, provides information on events at SML.

VIRGINIA GREEN804-986-9119VirginiaGreenTravel.org

Virginia Green is Virginia’s program to encourage green practices throughout the state’s tourism industry. Member des-tinations and events include recycling, waste reduction,

energy and water conservation and consumer education. The program is a partnership between Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality and Virginia Tourism. See ad, page 11.

PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION

KEYQUEST, LLC.Ellen Jones-Walker540-651-2727KeyQuest.us.com

Highly experiential small-group workshops using powerful Hemi-Sync audio guidance technology for self-discovery and personal transformation: Monroe Institute consciousness exploration workshops, calming

mind and body, awakening to inner states, slow-ing the aging process, healing yourself, improv-ing sleep, and more.

RECYCLINGBOOKBAG [email protected]

Roanoke-based 501c3 char-ity keeps two TONS of used school supplies out of the landfill every year. Since 1990 the group has traveled each summer to Belize to

deliver supplies to three schools. Email, call or visit the website for more information about mak-ing donations.

CLEAN VALLEY COUNCILJefferson Center, 541 Luck Ave., Ste. 319, Roanoke, VA 24016 540-345-5523CleanValley.org

A nonprofit organiza-tion serving the Roanoke Valley for more than 30 years. Providing educa-tional programming and

citizen participation events to spread the word about litter prevention, recycling, waste-stream reduction, storm-water pollution prevention and protecting our natural resources. The go-to re-source for local recycling information.

RETAIL - NONPROFIT

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE VALLEYS2502 Melrose Ave., Ste. A, Roanoke, VA 24017540-581-0620GoodwillValleys.com

We put your donations to work by dedicating 90 percent of our resources to providing services to

the community. Donations entrusted to us are used to help people with disabilities and disadvantages overcome barriers to employment and achieve a level of independence in life. See ad, page 20.

TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES

RIDE [email protected] RideSolutions.org

Ride Solutions connects you to your transportation options with free regional carpool matching, bike com-mute support, transit assis-

tance and employer services, all for free.

WATER CONSERVATTION AND FILTRATION - ALKALINE WATER

HEALTHY WATER FOR ME540-230-7459 or [email protected] HealthyWaterForMe.com

Kangen Water® is a great way to increase hydration, balance body pH, obtain optimal health, neutralize free radicals, reduce pain and more. Change Your Water…Change Your Life ™. Call to begin a free three-

week alkaline, antioxidant water challenge today. See ad, page 8.

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Buy Fresh - Buy LocalFARMERS’ MARKETS

SALEM FARMERS’ MARKET3 E. Main St., [email protected] through Saturday7am-2pmApril through December

Local produce, meat, eggs, honey, artisan

bread, baked goods, goat cheese

Organic produce, kombucha, pastured eggs, pasture-

baked goods, beverages, freshly baked bread, local fruit in season, herbal products

FLOYD

Saturdays, 8:30am-1:00pm

FLOYD FARMERS’ MARKET203 S. Locust St., FloydSustainFloyd.org/farmers-market/[email protected]

BEDFORD FARMERS’ MARKETWashington & Center St.BedfordCenterTownBedford.comBedfordMainStreet@gmail.com540-586-2148Friday, 8am-1pmMay through October

Fresh fruits & vegetables, plants, baked goods, fresh farm-raised

preserves, pickles, meats,

local honey, crafts

BOTETOURT FARMERS’MARKET

Daleville Facebook.com/BotetourtFarmersMarket [email protected] through OctoberSaturday, 8am-Noon

All local produce, fruit, natural beef, plants, fresh-cut

goods, crafts

THE MARKETPLACE20 W. Washington Ave.PulaskiPulaskiChamber.infoInfo@PulaskiChamber.info540-674-1991Tuesday, 4-8pmMay 20 through September 16

Celebrity chefs, local restaurant

food vendors, highlighted

lots & lots of vendors

VINTON FARMERS’ MARKET204 W. Lee Ave., [email protected] and Saturday8am-3pm

Local produce,

baked goods, plants, crafts, original art, local music, childrens’ events, canopy shade, SNAP-EBT

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