Happenings


Sundays in July:
Circle of Light Independent Spiritualist Church
A weekly gathering held from 6:45 – 8:30 p.m., on Sunday evenings, we share a service of prayer, song, messages from spirit with our mediums, and meditation. Occasionally, to meet the needs of families with younger ones who do not yet meditate, we schedule a service with an event or activity so that they can share a complete service with us as well. Quiet healing time is from 6:45 – 7 p.m. with the offering of energetic healing as time allows. Doors are closed at 7 p.m. when service begins. All are invited. The gathering is based on Spiritualist principles, which honors all traditions and paths. Please arrive before 7 p.m. We ask that you not disturb service once we have begun, thank you. Special topics for meditations or activities this month are: July 6: "Freedom” a meditation w/ Rev. Deborah, July 13: “Strong Sun Moon” a Meditation w/ William, July 20: “Chinese Astrology: Horse - Freedom” a Meditation w/ Karen, July 27: "Talisman Blessing", an Activity w/ Rev. Deborah Meeting at Pathways, 11419 Concord Village Ave, St. Louis, MO 63123 314-842-0047, www.pathwaysstl.com.

July 1 & 17
Balanced Meals without Breaking the Bank
(Town & Country) Whole Foods Market. Tuesday, July 1, 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Wednesday, July 17, 2:00 – 3:00 pm. FREE! We believe everyone should be able to afford to eat quality food. Though some people think higher quality always means higher price, think again! We offer real food, all free of artificial ingredients and hydrogenated fats, at the best price possible. Take our store tour for an overview of all the great value buys available everyday. Register at Customer Service.

July 2 & 3
Get on the Bus!
Thursday, July 2 (Brentwood)
Thursday, July 3 (Town & Country)
11:00 am – 4:00 pm.FREE! Step aboard the Conscious Goods Alliance Veggie bus to learn about and sample products made by companies that share the goal of making the world a better place. The 28-foot Veggie Bus runs on recycled vegetable oil and is equipped with green features like bamboo cabinets and solar panels for all its electrical use. Whole Foods Market - Town & Country, 1160 Town & Country Crossing, Town & Country, MO 63017, 636-527-1160 ; Whole Foods Market - Brentwood, 1601 S. Brentwood Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63144 314-968-7744.

July 4
FREE GARDEN ADMISSION ON 4th OF JULY
Celebrate the Fourth of July holiday at the historic Missouri Botanical Garden! On Friday, July 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission to the Garden is free for all visitors, local and out-of-town. The Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden is also free, all day long! The Missouri Botanical Garden is widely considered one of the top three botanical gardens in the world. Stroll through 79 acres of beautiful landscaping and historic structures. Stop to smell the roses at peak bloom, or feed the hungry koi fish in the authentic Japanese Garden. Explore the tropical rain forest in the Climatron® conservatory. Take “A Missouri Adventure” aboard a steamboat, inside a cave, or high in the tree house of the Children’s Garden. Don’t miss Niki, an exhibition of 40 whimsical, imaginative mosaic and painted sculptures by renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle. Visitors may touch many of the pieces and some invite sitting or climbing. In the Brookings Center, the “Exploring Trees Inside and Out” exhibit also offers an interactive experience for children. Perch inside a large bird’s nest, help a seed “grow” from a young acorn into a huge oak, and sit inside a leaf to experience photosynthesis through light and sound. The Missouri Botanical Garden is located at 4344 Shaw Blvd. in south St. Louis. For general Garden info, visit www.mobot.org or call the recorded line (314) 577-9400.

July 7
Free Class: Enzymes, The Key to Health
Monday, July 7th, 7-8pm. The Healing Center 734 DeMun in Clayton. Call today to reserve your seat, 314-727-2120. Enzymes help you digest your food and they are your immune system. Learn about Enzymes, the workers of the body, and how they help your body to heal itself. This class will begin with a short video presentation about Enzymes in our food supply.

July 7, 9, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19 & 20
“Environment, Race, War”
Airs on KDHX Ch. 21 in the City of St. Louis: 07/07& 07/14 8:30 pm, 07/09 & 07/16 7 pm, 07/12 & 07/19 02:30 pm, 07/13 & 07/20 6 pm. Host Don Fitz and guests Nikhil Kothegal and Andy Heaslet discusses environmental impacts of war, especially on gasoline and heating. The episode has footage of Jamala Rogers discussing opposition to war in the Black community at the forum “Women in Global Action.”

July 8
Integrating Alternative Medicine with Conventional Medicine
FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion - Integrating Alternative Medicine with Conventional Medicine - Learn how to build your immune system and take charge of your health. If you are suffering from chronic conditions, you'll learn why you don't have to live with your "incurable" symptoms anymore. Topics covered include: Cancer, Heart Disease/Stroke, Diabetes, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, ADD/ADHD, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Food Allergies, Nutrition, and many more. You should come to this discussion also if you feel, "My Doctor said everything is fine! Then why do I feel so lousy?" Second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm at our healing clinic - Prevention and Healing, Inc., Dr. Simon Yu, M.D., Board Certified Internist, 11710 Old Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63141, Weaving Internal Medicine with Alternative Medicine to Use the Best Each Has to Offer. Call to verify meeting date and reserve your space at 314-432-7802. See patient success stories at www.prevention-andhealing.com.

July 10
Healing Touch Community Clinic
Come and experience Healing Touch: A gentle energy therapy to assist with balancing physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well being. Healing Touch St. Louis Office – Crestwood Medical Building 10000 Watson Road, Ste 1-L-3 – St. Louis, MO 63126 6-8pm ($15) 314-822-4410 www.healingtouchstlouis.org.

July 10
StLouisGreen.com Breakfast Meet and Greet At Whole Foods Market
(Town & Country) Whole Foods Market. Thursday, July 10, 8:00 – 9:00 am. FREE! Finally there is a monthly gathering for environmental professionals and sustainably-minded individuals in West County! Stop in on your way to work and join stlouisgreen.com for light refreshments in our café to network and find out what’s new on the St. Louis green scene. 1160 Town & Country Crossing, Town & Country, MO 63017. 636-527-1160.

July 15
Fitness Ball Class
Learn how to use the fitness ball to increase flexibility and core strength. The fitness ball is one of the most effective tools used to stabilize the spine. Class will be provided by Dr. Brenda Kingen at Kingen Chiropractic Wellness Center in Brentwood from 6:45-7:30pm. Information /Registration: (314)646-0013. Fitness balls will be provided if you do not have one.

July 15 (3rd Tuesday of Each Month)
Community Outreach Evening
7:00-9:00pm, A Gathering Place Massage School offers an evening of relaxation and bodywork, including Chair Massage, CranioSacral Therapy, LaStone (hot stone) Therapy, FUSION, Applied Kinesiology, VibroAcoustic Sound Table, Reiki and much more. This event is free! Held at 12131 Dorsett Road, Suite 101, Maryland Heights. Contact us at 314-739-5559 or www.agatheringplace.com.

July 15
Are Your Teeth Making You Ill?
Do You Want To Make Sure They Don't? Discover The Tooth And Body Connection. FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion. A Healthy Mouth Supports A Healthy Body. Discover how infection and illness transfer between the teeth and body. Understand how the principles of Biological Dentistry focus on your overall health and wellness and why we’ve chosen it as the best practice of Dentistry. The discussion reveals dental materials compatible with wellness; mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings; the impact of dental procedures; the need to balance your acid-alkaline body chemistry; and nutritional therapy that supports a healthy mouth. Dr. Michael Rehme, DDS, CCN (Certified Clinical Nutritionist). A Healthy Choice For Dental Care. Third Mon. each month, 6:30-8:00 pm. Call to verify date and reserve space at 314-997-2550. Patient Success Stories at www.toothandbodyconnection.com.

July 17
Free Class: Help Your Body Heal Itself
Thursday, July 17th, 7-8 pm, The Healing Center, 734 Demun in Clayton. Call today to reserve your seat, 314-727-2120. Are your body's self-healing systems functioning optimally? We will be discussing ways to understand your body's messages, symptom care versus health care and strategies for promoting optimal health.

July 18
The July Fish Class: Salmon, The King of Fish
(Brentwood) Whole Foods Market. Friday, July18. 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, $40. With Glen Bahr, Culinary Director. There is ample evidence that salmon has been a valuable food source for centuries. Alaskan ancestors were consuming the fish over 8,000 years ago. Being hunter and gatherers, they moved during the summer months for one of the most important events - the Salmon Run. In our salmon preparation, we’ll honor some of the more traditional and some of the more healthy ways to enjoy this amazing fish. While you won’t be there to see the whole process – it takes up to three weeks to prepare - you’ll be there to enjoy Gravlax, one of the oldest known ways to prepare this dish in Scandinavian style. Next, we’ll feature an upscale preparation - Salmon au Gratin in a decadent Gruyere sauce. The last presentation of salmon for the evening will be Smoked Salmon Terrine with lemons. Sign up for this lovely class and be ensured you will get your Omega 3’s for this week! 1601 S. Brentwood Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63144. 314-968-7744.

July 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, & 30
“Shifting War Dollars to the Environment”
Airs on KDHX Ch. 21 in the City of St. Louis: 07/21& 07/28 8:30 pm,07/23 & 07/30 7 pm, 07/26 & 08/02 12:30 pm, 07/27 & 08/03 6 pm. Host Don Fitz and guests Andy Heaslet and Nikhil Kothegal discusses the way war harms the environmental for future generations. This episode has footage of Barbara Chicherio discussing the need for a peace economy at the forum “Women in Global Action.”

July 22
Free Class: Bone Up on Bone Health
Tuesday,July 22, 7-8pm. The Healing Center 734 DeMun in Clayton. Call today to reserve your seat, 314-727-2120. What do calcium supplements, dairy products and Osteoporosis drugs all have in common? They do not fix the causes of poor bone health. This class is for those who are concerned about bone health or who have Osteoporosis or Osteopenia. We will discuss natural and holistic ways to support the bones.

July 23
Absolutely Zinful!
(Town & Country) Whole Foods Market. 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Cost: $20. With Beth Hadican, Specialty Team Leader. Often called “The Mystery Grape,” this jammy, mouthwatering, big-fruit bomb is positively irresistible. The mysterious Zinfandel has been marketed in a dizzying array of styles and qualities from sweet and pink to dark and heady. Please join us in unfolding the mystery behind this robustly wondrous grape. Register at the Customer Service Desk. 1160 Town & Country Crossing, Town & Country, MO 63017. 636-527-1160.

July 24
Healing Touch Community Clinic
Come and experience Healing Touch: A gentle energy therapy to assist with balancing physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well being. Healing Touch St. Louis Office – Crestwood Medical Building 10000 Watson Road, Suite 1-L-3 – St. Louis, MO 63126 6-8pm ($15) 314-822-4410 www.healingtouchstlouis.org.

July 26
Take a Tour of Your Birthchart – The Sun
Saturday: 1:30 – 3:30 pm This class will begin tailored classes that are held monthly. Each month a different planet will be discussed, and how it's position in your chart affects your life and the lives of those around you. " Each class is a stand-alone; they do not build one upon another. However, due to the fact that we will go in depth with where the sun is in particular charts, pre-registration is required. The class has an investment of $20 a session, but does include a FREE BIRTH CHART. Birth information must be submitted at least one week prior to the class each month. w/ Bill Duvendack, Astrologer, $20. At Pathways, 11419 Concord Village Ave, St. Louis, MO 63123 314-842-0047, www.pathwaysstl.com.

July 30
Simple Summer Recipes
Meals for 4 under $15 (Brentwood). Wednesday, July 30. 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, $20. With Chef Glen Bahr, Culinary Director. It’s July and we’re in St. Louis. Since Mother Nature can’t always be counted on for perfect BBQ weather, here’s a versatile back up plan: California Sesame Shitake Noodles. While it’s great with grilled shrimp, baked tofu or chicken, it’s also enjoyable cold or hot. We’ll try it several ways, just to show how versatile and delicious this single dish can be!! This is our second edition of the “Meals For Four: Under $15” class in July to illustrate for you that it can be simple and inexpensive to prepare delicious creative meals for your family this summer! 1601 S. Brentwood Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63144. 314-968-7744.


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