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27 things to do on 9/13/2008

Open House 12pm
Solar Verde Estates
Solar Verde Estates
9560 S. Marquette Ave.
Chicago
847.291.7658
solarverde.com
Solar Verde Estates Affordable Green Living Introduced in Chicago ”Zero Energy Green Homes” for the Windy City

08.18-09.29 6:30-7:30pm
Meditation Class - Level 1
Soothe Your Senses Day Spa
6260 N Broadway, Chicago
773.262.4246
www.sootheyoursenses.com
appt at sootheyoursenses.com
These six-week class, will be led by Craston Artis, our resident Naturopath.
Meditation Basics: posture, breathing techniques; Body Sensing: Focusing on body parts, releasing tension, fully relaxing the body; and Organ/organ systems healing.

08.19-09.30 7:30-8:30pm
Meditation Class - Level II
Soothe Your Senses Day Spa
6260 N Broadway, Chicago
773.262.4246
www.sootheyoursenses.com
appt at sootheyoursenses.com
This six-week class, will be led by Craston Artis II, our resident Naturopath.
Ongoing Curriculum of Level 1 Class;
Mind healing: Focusing on quieting the mind, affirmations and aforemations, and healing the ego and Emotional healing: Using visualizations to connect with emotional issues.

09.01-10.14 8am-2pm
Seeking donations for rummage sale
North Shore Unitarian Church, Deerfield IL
847.234.2460 x107
216.145.227.9/events/rummage2008.htm
rummage sale2008 at nsuc.org
All proceeds are donated to social service agencies. Sale is 10/18/08. Pick up available for larger items or quantity.

Weekends in September 1-2pm
Free Guided Nature Walk - Schulenberg Prairie
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
630.968.0074
www.mortonarb.org
trees at mortonarb.org
Experience the tallgrass prairie as guides lead you through the 100 acre Schulenberg Prairie. Discover the beauty and diversity of this native Illinois landscape where you can imagine yourself as a prairie pioneer, hard-working farmer, or modern land manager. Walks meet at Prairie Visitor Center.

09.11-09.14 9am-5:30pm
Introduction to Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral BioDynamics of Evanston
725 Washington
Evanston IL
847.328.8433
www.craniosacralevanston.com
info at craniosacralevanston.com
28 CEUs. Foundation principles, anatomy, working w/ perceptual levels (Fluid Body, Primary Respiration, Dynamic Stillness)and embryology (midlines, heart development).

09.12-09.13 pm
Radiance Training: Knowing Heart
Evanston
847.869.6477
humanradiance.com
peter at humanradiance.com
Activate your Solar Heart to heal, inspire, and empower! Transform your relationships and your ability to realize your goals.

09.12-09.14
Festival de La Villita (Little Village Fest)
2600 S. Kostner, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
Popular annual community event in Little Village neighborhood celebrates Mexico’s independence from Spanish rule.

09.12-09.14 7pm
Ven. Bardor Tulku Rinpoche: Chenrezig
Chicago-KTC
Tibetan Buddhist Center
2100 S. Central Ave, Cicero
www.chicagoktc.org
office at chicagoktc.org
Ven. Bardor Rinpoche gives public talk on Compassion, Chenrezig empowerment, reading transmission and explanation for this precious sadhana practice.

09.12-09.14
Kick Off the Chicago Art Season at Wicker Park’s smARTshow!
Flat Iron Arts Building
1579 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
The event will feature over three dozen artists working in the historic Flatiron Arts Building, which has been the center of the fall festival for well over a decade. Another 40-50 juried guest artists also will be showcased in the building and in other area venues hosted by local businesses.

09.13 2-5pm
Winemaking
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road
Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Learn how to make a small batch of wine using wild fruits gathered from our farm. Please pre-register. $65

09.13 11am-10pm
Wine Crush in Old Town
Wells & North Avenue, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
6th annual event features wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, wine classes, music, grape stomping contest and more.

09.13 12-5pm
EFT In Tinley Park (Emotional Freedom)
Angels Among Us
7112 W. 171st St.
Tinley Park, IL
708.444.8335
www.AngelsAmongUsOnLine.com
AngelsAmongUs2007 at sbcglobal.net
Grief? Colon? Stress? Experience emotional & physical relief with a simple tapping technique, without saying anything out loud.

09.13 12:30-5:30pm
Do-It-Yourself Shiatsu
Zen Shiatsu Chicago
825A Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
847.864.1130
www.zenshiatsuchicago.org
info at zenshiatsuchicago.org
Learn a basic routine that you can put to practice immediately! Improve the health of your friends and loved ones.

09.13 5-8pm
”Key Exchange” - Theatre-Bike presentation
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
630.725.2066
www.mortonarb.org
trees at mortonarb.org
Experience “Key Exchange,” a Theatre-Bike presentation. A new twist on our ever-popular Theatre-Hikes, you ride your bicycle from scene to scene. Following the performance, enjoy a “Picnic in Central Park”, a light supper with refreshments including beer, wine, and special New York-themed cocktails. Tickets priced between $40 and $47.

09.13 9:45-11am
Chant the Gayatri Mantra
The Chakra Shoppe, 5034 N. lincoln Ave. Chicago
773.271.3054
www.chakrashoppe.com
info at chakrashoppe.com
Chant for enhancing the chakras and for enlightenment for self and others. We’ll also chant a mantra for releasing fear. $11.

09.13 2-5pm
Chicago IANDS presents Internationally Known sound healer from Hawaii, Kimba Arem
Evanston Hospital
Frank Auditorium
2650 Ridge Avenue
Evanston Il
847.251.5758
www.chicagoiands.org
info at chicagoiands.org
Kimba Arem will speak about sound healing and it’s unique healing abilities. Also working with light and color, she incorporates these diverse elements into her frequency therapy practice. Ms. Arem has releaased 8 CD’s, includng Self Healing with Andrew Weil, and tours internationally.

09.13 2-5pm
Chicago IANDS presents Internationally known Sound Healer Kimba Arem
Evanston Hospital
2650 Ridge Avenue
Frank Auditorium
Evanston Il
847.251.5758
www.chicagoiands.org
info at chicagoiands.org
Learn about Sound Healing. Internationally known, Kimba Arem has released 8 CD”s including one with Andrew Weill on Self Healing.

09.13 8-9:30pm
TantraNova Man: The Show With Freddy Zental Weaver
TantraNova Institute, 2031 W Warner Ave., Chicago
773.525.5006
www.tantranova.com
tantranova at tantranova.com
Journey through life experiences concerning intimacy, sex and love. All the good stuff! The play is packed with storytelling, drumming, singing and movement. All are used in service of demystifying those intimate, personal impacting moments that so often go unexamined or trivialized.

09.13 1-4:30pm
Meditation Workshop for Beginners
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
Introduction into a variety of playful meditative exercises offered at the IMU by the Lifesurfing Instructors.

09.13 1-4pm
Couples Massage
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell Chicago
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
Learn simple massage techniques to help a friend or loved one relax and relieve stress and pain.

09.13 1-4:30pm
I.M.U. Meditation Workshop for Beginners
1418 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
This workshop offers an introduction into a variety of playful meditation methods, including active meditation and silent meditation practices.

09.13 10am-3pm
Archaeology Day Celebration
Sand Ridge Nature Center
15891 Paxton Ave.
South Holland, IL
708.868.0606
A celebration to understand and appreciate historical Native American culture. Among the many things do: View the extensive collections and chat with local archaeologists, enjoy traditional storytelling, historic games, history hikes and more! Please call for more information at 708-869-0606. Free; suitable for adults, families, and Scouts for badge requirements.

09.13 1-4pm
Secret Teachings of the Living Jesus Volume 1: Council of Nicaea, 325 AD
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
This workshop explores a forgotten Christianity —a Mystical Christianity— that flourished long before the Church imposed its dogma.

09.13 4:44-10:10pm
EarthDance=BelieveHopeActionChange
Lake Street Church
607 Lake St. / Chicago Ave.
Evanston, IL.
www.shedrums.com
hazel at shedrums.com
an International Event promoting Peace
by joining participants worldwide in a synchronized PRAYER FOR PEACE
6 pm CST
supporting humanitarian causes through the global language of music & dance.
This years Theme is Unity In Diversity
so the Music, performances, & food will reflect a variety of cultural expressions.
Doors open @ 4:30pm

09.13-09.14
Pilates Master Teacher Madeline Black: Assessing the Lumbar Spine and Pelvis
Pilates Chicago 1220 W Morse, Chicago
773.274.2673
www.pilateschicago.net
info at pilateschicago.net
Experience movement as a corrective tool. Learn evaluation and release and balance techniques. Identify dysfunctional patterns. (Mat, Reformer,Wunda Chair)

09.13-09.14 2pm
Darshan with Mother Meera
19th Century Club
Oak Park, Illinois
312.714.5954
www.MotherMeeraAshram-Midwest.org
reservations at mothermeeraashram-midwest.org
Mother Meera’s Darshan is the silent bestowal of Love, Light, and Grace. It is Her gift to humanity. Also at 7pm. Free by reservation.

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