Relax, Restore, Release, Recharge!Monday December 12, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season. Join us as we create eye pillows then use them in a session of restorative yoga led by Angela Brown. We’ll make bath salts, essential oil inhalers and each member will go home with a bottle of homemade vanilla. Best of all, we’ll have the opportunity to mingle and connect with other like minded people!

Keep Your Memories, Let Go of the Clutter!
Monday, November 14, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Overwhelmed with clutter but don't know how to begin the process of clearing out? Get inspired to de-clutter your home this fall with fresh ideas on how to keep your memories but “let go” of the stuff. This fun and lively program will include a list of local resources for donations plus creative tips to get you going. Diane Zielinski, the owner of Gentle DeCluttering (gentledecluttering.wordpress.com) is a “reformed clutterbug” who started her business after she went through the painful process of getting rid of the clutter in her own home.

CranioSacral Therapy with Molly Deutschbein Monday, October 10, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Molly Deutschbein is a NYS licensed massage therapist and an Advanced CranioSacral Therapist with both Upledger Institute Certification (2006) and Biodynamic Certification (2015). CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. The craniosacral system (a physiological system like the cardiovascular and respiratory systems) provides the physical environment in which the brain and spinal cord develop and function. The light-touch technique works with natural and unique rhythms of our different body systems to pinpoint and correct source problems. More information can be found at spiritorganic.net

Anxiety Help For Kids and Parents with Jodi Aman Monday, September 12, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Join us for an Interactive Talk and Anxiety Recovery Training with Jodi Aman. Jodi has been a psychotherapist for over 20 years. She not only has helped clients recover from every problem in the book; she’s also experienced and has clawed her way out of her own anxiety and depression. Jodi shares her own story of transformation and that of many, many clients in her best selling book You 1 Anxiety 0 Win your freedom back from fear and panic. In it, she helps you make sense of life’s chaos, teaching you how to keep calm, feel peace and master happiness in your life. Through her popular blog and YouTube Channel, she has shared her message to thousands of followers all over the world. Her website is jodiaman.com

Art Therapy with Karla Weidman, MS, CASAC, LCAT
Monday, August 8, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Join us to learn more about this unique method of therapy that helps individuals express themselves through the element of art and writing with New York State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist Karla Weidman, MS, CASAC, LCAT. You can learn more about Karla at her website: https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/225172

We plan to do an activity with magazines. Please bring a set of scissors and two magazines. There will be some magazines and scissors to share with the group too.

Film Screening and Group Discussion of Genetic Roulette - The Gamble of our Lives Monday, July 11, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Join us to watch and discuss the film Genetic Roulette - The Gamble of our Lives which won the 2012 Movie of the Year by the Solari Report and the Top Transformational Film of 2012 by AwareGuide.

Never-Before-Seen-Evidence points to genetically engineered foods as a major contributor to rising disease rates in the US population, especially among children. Gastrointestinal disorders, allergies, inflammatory diseases, and infertility are just some of the problems implicated in humans, pets, livestock, and lab animals that eat genetically modified soybeans and corn.

Monsanto’s strong arm tactics, the FDA’s fraudulent policies, and how the USDA ignores a growing health emergency are also laid bare. This sometimes shocking film may change your diet, help you protect your family, and accelerate the consumer tipping point against genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Trailer available at: http://geneticroulettemovie.com/

Emotional Freedom Technique with Eleanor Celentani Monday, June 13, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a technique which can be used for stress relief and other healing purposes. EFT is sometimes referred to as "tapping" and is beneficial for adults and children. [Rev.] Eleanor Celentani will give a presentation and lead the group through exercises.

Eleanor Celentani has been a New Thought minister for over 25 years, and was pastor of Unity Church of Greater Rochester for over nine years. She is now retired from church ministry. Since the 1980's Eleanor has been exploring alternative healing methods to augment her spiritual healing ministry, with special study of rebirthing [breathwork], flower essences and Emotional Freedom Technique [EFT]. A native of East Rochester, she graduated with a B.A. from Nazareth College and has an MLA degree from Johns Hopkins University.

Pamper Yourself! An Evening of Fun and Relaxation with the Holistic Moms Network Rochester Chapter Monday, May 9, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Enjoy time for yourself this month! Meet local practitioners and experience first hand the healing they can provide. Angela Brown will perform Reiki. Patrick Boswell will provide Massage Therapy and Acupuncture. Patrick is a licensed acupuncturist, massage therapist, and a DONA trained birth doula. He is the owner and operator of A New Life Acupuncture (a traditional Chinese Medicine practice specializing in the care of women's health, fertility, pregnancy, labor/delivery, postpartum and pediatric patients). You will also bring a little relaxation home by creating an herbal bath mix and an aromatherapy inhaler. Inhalers will be generously donated by Marvy Moms’ Certified Aromatherapist, Emily Carpenter (see marvymoms.com for a free Introduction to Aromatherapy Mini Course).

In between stations, you can enjoy a cup of tea, a sweet treat, and discussion with other fabulous members and visitors. Join us for a relaxing evening!

The Healing Power of Lavender with Les Moore, ND, MSOM, DHANP, CCH, RH, LAc.Monday, April 11, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Do you love lavender? Join us as we learn all about the healing power of this fantastic plant from Les Moore, ND, MSOM, DHANP, CCH, RH, Lac. The lecture will examine the history, research, and uses of lavender for healing. We will examine its role in healing including its uses for pain, fatigue, stress, insomnia, migraines, nausea, and many other uses.

Les Moore is a pioneer and one of the world’s leaders of Integrative Medicine, being the only Naturopathic Doctor, Homeopath, and Licensed Acupuncturist to have served as Director of two Integrative Medicine Centers and be employed in two hospitals. He has authored two leading books on healing and continues to write and lecture internationally. Dr. Moore received a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, and a Certificate of Homeopathy from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Moore is a Diplomate of the Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians and is a Certified Classical Homeopath of the Council on Homeopathic Certification. He is also a Registered Herbalist of the American Herbalists Guild. He is a New York State licensed acupuncturist and is Board Certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He has also earned a Master of Arts in Applied Theology and a Graduate Certificate in Interfaith Pastoral and Spiritual Care from Marylhurst University in Marylhurst, Oregon. You can learn more about Dr. Moore at http://drlesmoore.com/

Benefits of Rough Play with Early Childhood Educator and Specialist, Drew Beeman of Progressive Early Learning Monday, March 14, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Come listen to Early Childhood Educator and Specialist, Drew Beeman, speak about the power of play for children, specifically focusing on the benefits of rough and tumble play. Drew will explain how learning is taking place when children roughhouse and give some advice and ideas about roughhousing with your children.

Drew Beeman, Founder and Director of Progressive Early Learning, is an Early Childhood Educator and Specialist with over twelve years experience working in child care and preschool classrooms. He believes very strongly in the power of play, and is an advocate for play based learning. His training presentations are fun, interactive, and informational, with the intent to include evidence based practice as new information becomes available. He provides services to children and families as well as services to child care and preschool programs in the Rochester area. For more information about learning through play and about Progressive Early Learning, visit www.ProgressiveEarlyLearning.com.

Introduction to Nutritional Therapy – How to Find Your Keys to Vibrant Health with Laura Villanti, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Certified GAPS Practitioner Monday, February 8, 2016 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Do you ever ponder the following?

• How come there is so much conflicting information out there on diet and nutrition? 
• What foods are really best for me? 
• What comprises nutrient dense properly prepared foods? 
• How come I am challenged with losing weight even with a great diet and sufficient exercise? 
• What are some simple steps I can take for myself and my family that will get us on a better path to health? 
• What are the most important food and nutritional foundations to focus on to attain more vibrant health? 
• How do the core nutritional foundations affect my sleep, energy, brain sharpness, memory, mood, metabolism, skin, learning and attention, endocrine (thyroid, adrenals, female hormones), immune system strength and more? 
• How to know what nutrients are lacking in your diet? 

If so, then you will love learning about Nutritional Therapy. Nutritional Therapy uses many tools - health and lifestyle review, food journals, Nutritional Health Assessment, Functional Evaluation, Lingual Neuro Testing and more. All of this is built upon the most important aspect of all… a nutrient dense, properly prepared whole food diet.

Join us as we learn the nutritional foundations for vibrant health with Laura Villanti. Laura is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and a Certified GAPS Practitioner. She is active in the community as a volunteer chapter leader for the Weston A Price Foundation, an international, non-profit nutritional foundation. Her practice is At Home With Wellness, LLC which provides nutritional therapy, digestive health and optimal wellness consulting and education.

Laura has spent the past decade teaching and sharing with others the importance of nutrition for our health. She attends multiple conferences each year on the subject of nutrition, optimal health, natural health and organic food production. Her focus is on the use of nutrient dense whole foods and optimizing digestive health so as to aid clients in achieving vibrant health. She has trained with Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride on the GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) protocol and has taught this protocol to hundreds over the past 8 years. Most recently, Laura became certified as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Her work ties together the important elements of a properly prepared, nutrient dense diet along with the primary nutritional foundations for vibrant health and the roadmap for improved and optimal digestion. It really all comes together. You can learn more about Laura and her practice at www.athomewithwellness.com