RICH

May/June 2017

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3

Batch Cooked Basics – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn to simplify your kitchen routine & embrace a healthier you. Batch cooking is your blueprint to a healthy, vibrant life. Michelle Kabler. $10, $15/2. The Beet Cafe at Ellwood Thompson’s, 4 N Thompson St. 804-359-7525. EllwoodThompsons.com/Beet-Cafe.

FRIDAY, MAY 5

Spiritually Fly: Master Your Soul – 5/5-7. Yoga, meditation, breath work, mantras journaling will help you sink beneath the surface of the body mind, reconnect to the heart’s Divine wisdom, release negative thought patterns learn to live from an intuitive state of being. Faith Hunter, ERYT500. $260. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

Patient Appreciation Day – 8:30am-2pm. Enjoy the celebration at Dominion Chiropractic Clinic! Chair massages w/Tully Parker & BEMER therapy w/Pamela Losada. Door prizes & refreshments. Pinata party, 1pm. Free for patients & guests. 3904 Meadowdale .

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Divine Power Helps and Heals – 7pm. W. Vogelsberger, MD, will present this simple approach to healing on the spiritual path and share informationabout documented healings. Free; donations. Unity of Richmond, 800 Blanton Ave. Info:804-798-0063, Bruno.Groening.org/english.

SUNDAY, MAY 7

FREE INTRO SESSION: Healing Through the Teachings of Bruno Groening –4-5pm.“There is no incurable.”Learn how to “tune-in” to the healing power that has helped countless people regain their health. Rick Laird Mary Rowe. Donations. Unity of Richmond, 800 Blanton Ave.804/798-0063. Bruno-Groening.org/English.

MONDAY, MAY 8

Intro to Ashtanga Yoga6-Wk Series– 7-8:15pm. Learn the foundations of ashtanga yoga including philosophy, breath, sun salutations & standing sequence. Kyra Haigh.$84. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St. AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

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Tibetan Monks of the Drepung Gomang Monastery – 5/8-13. Opening ceremony: 5/8 at 7pm. Meditation instruction, 5/9 – 5/12 at 11am 4pm. Puja Healing ceremony, 5/9 at 7pm and Snow Leopard Pageant, 5/11 at 7pm. Closing ceremony: 5/13 at 10:30am starting at First UU and ending in the Japanese Gardens at Maymont. Donations. Hosted by the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond Chrysalis Institute. 1000 Blanton Ave. Info: 804-355-0777.

TUESDAY, MAY 9

The Enneagram as a Tool of Compassionate Insight – 7-9pm (5/9-6/6). An intro 5-wk interactive workshop to learn your Enneagram type to become more present and develop a deeper compassion for yourself and others.Donations. Unityof Bon Air, 923 Buford Rd. Register: 804-320-9584.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10

New Art Exhibit by Mid-Atlantic Pastel Society – 5/10-7/19. ViewableMon-Fri,9am-3pm.Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 11

Getting the Sleep Advantage – 6-7:15pm. Discover 50 different ways to improve sleep & how to personalize them for your sleep success. Dr. Sherron Marquina. Register by 5pm, 5/10. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

New Moms Group– 6-7:15pm. Learn what to expect the firstyear after giving birth and how to optimize your emotional well-being, build a community of fellow moms & make a smooth transition into motherhood.ElizabethTheriault. $80. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St. PrenatalYogaRichmond.com.

Qigong: Six Healing Sounds – 6-7:30pm. Promotes optimal health for the organs, emotional balance and prevention of illness. Also minimizes the discomfort of hormonal hot flashes and hot flashes caused by some medications. Joy Black. $45. Energy Medicine Center, 4100 Brook Rd, Ste A2. 804-931-0979. EnergyMedicine.Center.

FRIDAY, MAY 12

Eating for Two: Insights into the Key Nutrients Required in the First Trimester – 6:30-7:30pm.Learn 3 easy-to-make recipes that have been carefully curated and are tailored to women in their first trimester of pregnancy. Sample the dishes & learn about the ingredients. $10. The Beet Cafe at Ellwood Thompson’s, 4 N Thompson St. 804-359-7525. EllwoodThompsons.com/Beet-Cafe.

SATURDAY, MAY 13

Richmond MindBodySpirit Gathering – 11:44am-4:44pm. Celebrating Mothers. Speaker, 12pm: Sandy Ward,Certified Medium by the James Van Praagh School of Mystical Arts. 1pm: Readers, healers, practitioners & vendors. Donations. Archstone Counseling & Treatment Ctr, 1007 Peachtree Blvd. Facebook/Meetup: Richmond MindBodySpirit.

MONDAY, MAY 15

Qigong: Inner Smile Meditation & Microcosmic Orbit – 10am-12pm. Focuses gratitude and joy on internal organs to resolve physical and mental tensions that can lead to illness. The Microcosmic Orbit practice circulateschi in a figure-8 loop through the body to balance yinyangenergies. Joy Black. $49. Energy Medicine Center, 4100 Brook Rd, Ste A2. 804-931-0979. EnergyMedicine.Center.

Eating Well – 12:30pm. The Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond presents Clare Osdene Schapiro, food columnist for theRichmond Times-Dispatch, speaking on “The Wisdom of Clare’s Kitchen.” Copies of her new book,Stories and Recipes from Clare’s Kitchen, available for sale & signing. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 18

Learning More about Putin – 12:30pm.The Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond presents George E. Munro, professor of history at Virginia Commonwealth University, on the topic, “Vladimir Putin: World’s Most Powerful Leader?” First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St.804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

7 Keys to Total Nourishment – 6-7:15pm. Discover 7 key nutrients to provide yourself multiple dimensions of nurture. Dr. Sherron Marquina. Register by 5pm, 5/17. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 19

Peaceful Weight Loss Workshop/6-Day Retreat – 5/19-21 or 24. Explore easeful, breath-based hatha yoga to help you find your balance. No yoga experience required. Brandt Bhanu Anna Neiman Passalacqua. $240/workshop, $495/retreat. Add 2 or 5 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

2017 Lebanese Food Festival – 5/19-21. 10am-10pm, Fri & Sat; 10am-8pm, Sun. Rain or shine. Voted The Area’s Favorite Festival. Taste the incredible flavors of Lebanese cuisine. Something for everyone. No pets. Free. 4521Highwoods Pkwy. StAnthonyMaroniteChurch.org.

Yoga with Nitya Kids Yoga Teacher Training – 5/19-21. 5:30-9pm, Fri; 9am-8pm, Sat; 8am-9pm, Sun. If you have a passion for yoga for teaching kids, this training is for you. Nitya arranges classes in daycares and schools where you can teach mindfulness meditation and kid’s yoga. Nitya Griffith. $680. Unity of Richmond, 800 Blanton Ave. 804-678-8568. YogaWithNitya.com.

Kirtan – 7-8pm. Sacred chanting (lead response) leading to meditation. Different chant leaders & kirtan chanters each month. No previous experience required. Bring a percussion instrument. Pay what can; sug $10. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 213. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 20

IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Speaker: Christina Maria Kramer, MA, Santa Barbara-based healer and a channel of Mother May. Potluck lunch follows. River Rd Baptist Church, NW Corner River & Ridge Rds. Donna: 804-690-3310.

Overcoming the Blame Game: Seriously Thinking About Karma Workshop – 1-5pm. Deepen your conviction in the laws of karma to create happiness and abandon suffering. Taught by American Buddhist nun, Kelsang Kalden.$30; see website for discount details.Richmond Friends Meeting, 4500 Kensington Ave.757-504-4425. MeditationInHamptonRoads.org.

SUNDAY, MAY 21

Nourish Workshop – 10am-2pm. A spring awakening to nourishthe mind, body and spiritthrough this seasonal transition. Physical movement & restoration, self-care rituals & holistic wellness practices, & conversation & connection with like-minded women.$65. The Hofheimer Building Loft, 2818 W Broad St. MavenMadeRVA.com.

Soul Food Sunday: Workshop for Mind, Body & Spirit – 10am-3pm. Yoga, intuition & mindfulness practices. $95 before 5/10. Four Winds at North Mountain, Swoope. For more info or to reserve a spot, contact Wendy Gray: or ChoosingToBeMindful.com.

Find Your “Powerhouse” – 1-3pm. A yoga & Pilates (yogalates) workshop to learn how to firm your core through these effective & complementary disciplines. Celine Burn.Spiritual Flow Yoga Studio, 13354 Midlothian Trpk, Ste 201, Midlo. Register: SpiritualFlowYogaStudio.com.

MONDAY, MAY 22

Being Better Informed – 12:30pm.The Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond presents award-winning professor of political science at the University of Richmond, Don Palazzolo, on “Governing in the New Congress.” St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy.804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 25

Promoting Change – 12:30pm. The Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond presents David Coogan, professor of English at Virginia Commonwealth University, on the topic, “Writing and Teaching for Social Change.” Dr. Coogan is editor of the book,Writing Our Way Out: Memoirs from Jail, which will be available for purchase.Some contributing authors will appear w/him to share their stories. First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St.804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 26

Yoga of Devotion: A Retreat with Krishna Das – 5/26-29. An experiential weekend filled w/kirtan. Immerse yourself in chanting holy mantras with the world-renowned musician who bridged the East and West through music. $395. Add 3 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 1

Yin Yoga Foundational Journey: Yin Yoga Teacher Training – 6/1-4. 8am-6:30pm. Get a deep understanding of yin, Indian tantric Chinese taoist traditions as they apply to practice, as well as focused, anatomical study of yin-based asana. RYTs get 50 CE credits upon completion. Twylah Ekko, E-RYT. $425 before 6/16, $500 after. Synergy Yoga Studio, 11000 Three Chopt Rd, Ste G.SynergyYogaStudio.com.

HIGHLIGHT LISTING

Natural Awakenings
Networking Night

Connect with local practitioners
and business owners interested in
natural health and wellness.

June 1•6:30-8:30pm

$5 donation • See you there!

Richmond Family Dentistry
10446 Ridgefield Pkwy.

FRIDAY, JUNE 2

The Spiritual Art of Memoir: Discovering the Invisible Thread of Grace – 6/2-4. With Joan Borysenko, PhD, the New York Times best-selling author of 16 books Harvard-trained cell biologist, licensed psychologist spiritual educator. Write about authentic emotion & experience, identify one or more narrative arcs in your life & find your voice. $270. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

Ashtanga Yoga Intro to Mysore Workshop– Learn the traditional method for practicing ashtanga yoga where students of all levels practice at their own pace while the teacher gives instruction on an individ basis.Workshop & 8 Intro to Mysore classes inclu.$125; you choose the day(s)/time(s). Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St. AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

Workshop: Experience Qigong – 1-5pm. Half-day workshop that includes practices to ground yourself, protect against negative energy, build sustain positive energy, activate mind-body connections, improve posture more. Joy Black. $85. Resonance Float & Sound, 1312 Sycamore Sq, Midlo. Register: 804-971-7135. JoyBlack.com.

Embody Truth: The End of Pretending – 2-5pm. Harness psychology and vinyasa flow to make it safe to reveal your most authentic self to yourself and then to others. All levels. Melody Moore. $60/advance, $70/day of. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

10-Day Silent Retreat: Nurture Your Connection Within – 6/9-18. Daily hatha yoga, breathing practices, deep relaxation & meditations. Nourish yourself, reflect in the natural beauty of our sacred spaces & learn from our most experienced teachers. May attend 1st weekend of retreat. Integral Yoga Retreat Directors with Senior Staff. $235/1st weekend, $475/10-day retreat. Add 2 or 9 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

I Believe I Can FlyWorkshop– 10:30am-12:30pm. Explore the connections between upper body strength alignment, core strength lower body control whileplaying w/different ways to build “flight” into your practice.Mandie Williams. $30 by 6/3, $40 after. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St. AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

Richmond MindBodySpirit Gathering – 11:44am-4:44pm. Celebration Tai Chi.12pm: award-winning,level 4, black belt tai chi Instructor,Jenny Barone. Discover the benefits of tai chi for your health, serenity, strength & balance through demonstration & participation. 1pm: Readers, healers, practitioners & vendors. Donations. Archstone Counseling & Treatment Ctr, 1007 Peachtree Blvd. Facebook/Meetup: Richmond MindBodySpirit.

MONDAY, JUNE 12

6-Wk Intro to Herbal Healing – Mon, 6/12-7/17. 10am-12pm or 6:30-8:30pm. For beginners those who want to deepen their knowledge & use of herbal medicine. Includes history, herbal actions, apothecary practices, recipes, sacred use of plants & more.Kathleen Maier, RH. More info: SacredPlantTraditions.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14

Preparing For Your Babymoon – 7-8pm. Learn how to thrive, and not just survive, the first 2 weeks. Come talk to a midwife who has seen hundreds of women through those early weeks. Corina Hossle, Embrace Midwifery. Free. The Beet Cafe at Ellwood Thompson’s, 4 N Thompson St. 804-359-7525. EllwoodThompsons.com/Beet-Cafe.

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

That Vitamin Movie – 7-8:30pm. With prescription medications now in the top 10 killers of Americans, this documentary shows a safer, more effective and cheaper way to tackle illness. Free. Dr. Sherron Marquina, facilitator. Register by 4pm. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Speakers: Vandorn Hinnant & Ana Maria Walle from Durham, NC. Presentation on sacred geometry the effects of shapes on consciousness. Art will be involved. Potluck lunch follows. River Rd Baptist Church, NW Corner River & Ridge Rds. Donna: 804-690-3310.

Highlight Box

Peace Love RVA – 10am-7pm. Be a part of a full day of yoga,local vegetarianfood and merchants, live music, and more. Think global, practice local. Free. Brown’s Island. PeaceLoveRVA.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23


Yoga for Lower Back Pain – 6/23-25. Explore ways to relieve lower back pain with the lowest risk of harm, learn methods rooted in physiology & anatomy; get hands-on experience. Join Dr. Loren Fishman, Oxford graduate lifelong yogi. $260. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

8th Annual Honey Bee Festival – 10am-2pm. Entertaining, informative and fun for the entire family, whether your interest is in starting your own hive, planting a pollinator friendly landscape, doing something to help the environment or simply purchasing a jar of delicious local honey. Rockwood Park Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Rd. 804-404-2329. RockwoodBeekeepers.com.

Visit Agriberry Farm – 2-4pm. Rain or shine. Tour the fields, talk with the Geyer family and workers, stock up on farm goodies, pick some berries. 6289 River Rd, Hanover. 804-537-0448. Agriberry.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

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Chrysalis Institute Mindful Parenting Conference – 9:30am-4:30pm. The first Mindful Parenting Conference on the East Coast. Learn tools that will help you have happier, healthier relationships with your children. Keynote Speakers: Kay Davidson and Alex Peavey. Cost: Sliding scale, $50-$100. Collegiate School Campus, 103 N Mooreland Rd. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org.