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24 things to do on 9/28/2008

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.

09.26-09.28 pm
Women’s Wellness Weekend Retreat
Sundara Inn & Spa
920 Canyon Road
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconin 53965
888.735.8181
www.sundaraspa.com
mstein at sundaraspa.com
It is Sundara’s pleasure to bring you our first-ever Women’s Wellness Weekend.Join America’s emotional well-being expert Michelle Bersell & acclaimed food coach Suzanne Monroe for a two-day retreat.This women’s-only gathering will include lifestyle & nutrition workshops designed to help you live lighter,both physically & emotionally.

09.26-09.28
Satsang with Mooji
Techny Towers
Room 409
2001 Waukegan Road
Techny, IL
www.chicagosatsang.com/mooji
info at chicagosatsang.com
Mooji meets with those seeking the direct experience of truth. Knowledge of Self is shared with clarity, love and authority.

09.27-10.26
Fall Color Festival
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
630.968.0074
www.mortonarb.org
trees at mortonarb.org
Discover a truly special fall color experience. Behold the breathtaking and picturesque views of the Arboretum as you see the rich hues of gold, purple, magenta, red and orange thoughout the various collections. Participate in fun, family-friendly fall activities ranging from a Scarecrow Trail to a 5K Race.

09.28 10am-6pm
Usui Reiki Level One Class
1N040 Farwell Street, Carol Stream, IL
www.carolmcevoy.com
carol at carolmcevoy.com
Carol McEvoy, LMT, RMT. Reiki 1 – Western Suburbs. Cost $140; Class limited to six students. Deposit/Reservation required.

09.28 11:45am-1pm
Basic Kriya Principles - Discover basic life principles to become wiser and happier.
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd
Chicago, IL 60647
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Lecture by Goswami Kriyananda

09.28 1:15-2:15pm
Karma & the Law of UTU
2414 N Kedzie Blvd,
Chicago
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Learn the nature of Karma and the principle of Utu for overcoming difficult karma.

09.28 11am-4pm
Fall Garden Marketplace
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
630.968.0074
www.mortonarb.org
trees at mortonarb.org
Get everything you need to put your bulbs in the ground before the first frost, and take care of other fall garden clean-up chores. Get tools and advice from Arboretum experts on putting the garden to bed for the season, organic gardening, and incorporating interesting elements into your fall decorating.

09.28 11:30am-12:15pm
Free Chakra Class & Meditation
The Chakra Shoppe, 5034 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago
773.271.3054
www.chakrashoppe.com
info at chakrashoppe.com
Tone for the chakras and bring in intention that connects to the new moon in Virgo, with shaman/chakra healer, Blanche Blacke. Free.

09.28 12-1pm
”Basic Kriya Principles” Sunday Noon Meditation
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Discover basic life principles to become wiser and happier in your everyday life.

09.28 1:15-2:15pm
Karma and the Law of UTU --- Sunday Afternoon Lecture ---
Temple of Kriya Yoga
2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago
773.342.4600
www.yogakriya.org
kriya at yogakriya.org
Learn the nature of Karma and the principle of Utu for overcoming difficult karma.

09.28 am
Grand Opening: Celebration Hall at Center for Spiritual Living
Center for Spiritual Living
5801 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
206.527.8801 215
www.SpiritualLiving.org
info at SpiritualLiving.org
Center for Spiritual Living on Sand Point Way NE, Seattle’s landmark church for almost 90 years, invites you to the Grand Opening of our new Celebration Hall. Sunday, September 28 join Dr. Kathianne Lewis for the 9 am or 11 am services.

09.28 9am
PAWS Chicago’s Run for Their Lives
Montrose Harbor, Chicago (4400 N)
773.475.9510
www.pawschicago.org
8th annual run & walk raises money and awareness for the city’s largest no-kill animal organization. Also includes a kids’ and pet walk.

09.28 3-4:30pm
Infant Massage
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell Chicago
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
In this hands-on workshop, Dori will guide you through basic infant massage techniques that you can use right away!

09.28 1-3pm
Meet a Snake and Turtle
Trailside Museum of Natural History
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, IL
708.366.6530
Children and their parents are invited to learn about, see and touch some local reptiles, and enjoy making a fun snake craft. Free! Drop-in program; no registration needed.

09.28 11:30am-12:15pm
Free New Moon in Libra Chakra Class & Meditation with Blanche Blacke
The Chakra Shoppe
5034 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
773.271.3054
www.chakrashoppe.com
info at blancheblacke.com
Toning & lecture for the chakras & how to connect to the energy of the new moon for conscious creating.

09.28 2pm
Author and philosopher Richard Tarnas to speak at Chicago Waldorf School
Chicago Waldorf School
1300 West Loyola
Chicago, IL 60626
773.828.8329
www.chicagowaldorf.org
jtrevillion at chicagowaldorf.org
Noted author and philosopher Richard Tarnas makes a rare Chicago appearance to discuss his award-winning work “Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New World View”. Pushing beyond conventional thought, Tarnas calls for a full paradigm shift, making the case that it could affect our moment in history.

09.28 9am
New Belgium Urban Assault Ride
Murphy’s Bleachers - 3500 North Sheffield, Chicago
www.urbanassaultride.com/inside.php?page=chicago
josh at adventurefit.com
The Urban Assault Ride is a funky bike scavenger hunt that involves street-smart riding, obstacle courses, and a huge after party. Mental muscle is just as important as bike skills as teams of 2 choose their own course to checkpoints around the city. It’s a pedal-powered urban adventure!

09.28 1-3:30pm
Cooking with Fresh Vegetables
Angelic Organics Learning Center
1547 Rockton Road
Caledonia, IL 61011
815.389.8455
www.learngrowconnect.org
workshops at learngrowconnect.org
Come to Angelic Organics farm for enjoyable and delicious ideas on preparing your veggies. We will use an assortment of seasonal vegetables and herbs straight from the fields, and prepare a variety of dishes for sampling. $50. Please pre-register at www.learngrowconnect.org or by calling (815) 389-8455.

09.28 8pm
Community Acupuncture with Thrive Acupuncture
5852 N. Broadway
Chicago
773.561.9642
www.yoganowchicago.com
info at yoganowchicago.com
Thrive Acupuncture and Herbal Therapy invites you to join us for an evening of community acupuncture. Community Acupuncture at Yoga Now Edgewater will be happening on the 4th Sunday of every month. Space is limited to twelve openings. Sign up today to reserve your spot! www.yoganowchicago.com

$15.00

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