Natural Awakenings Calendar Listings for May, 2016 in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess, NY

The following events calendar appears in Natural Awakenings – Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess NY, May 2016 Edition.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
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SUNDAY, MAY 1

Blessing Our Sacred Places: An Interfaith Celebration – 10:30-11:30am, garden open 10am-2pm. Part of the Food/Farm/Faith Initiative, includes music, readings, and a blessing of fields and seeds. Bring seeds to be blessed. Open to public. Lunch available for purchase or picnic. Free. Donations accepted. Innisfree Garden, 362 Tyrrel Rd., Millbrook. Info: InnisfreeGarden.org

First Sunday Free Meditation and Satsang – 11:30am-12:45pm. With Gabrielle Semel, E-RYT 500. Inner Balance Studio, Patterson. Info: InnerBalanceStudio.org.

Sunday Concerts at the Hart – 1:45pm/doors open; 2pm/concert. An Aesthetic Realism Cabaret. No registration. Free. John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 Main St, Shrub Oak. Info: 914.245.5262. YorktownLibrary.org.

Make Your Own Mala Workshop – 4-6pm. Lecture on Malas, mantras and how to use Malas. Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness Studio, 799 McLean Ave, Yonkers. Register/pricing info: 914.294.0606. NuevaAlma.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 3

Harvest for Health Farmers’ Market – May-Nov. 11-4pm.1st and 3rd Tues. NewYork-Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital, 1980 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. Info: 914.734.3797. NYP.org/hudsonvalley.

Qigong – May 3 and 10. 7-8pm. With Nadia Nottingham. $5. Pawling Library, 11 Broad St. 845.855.3444. Pawlinglibrary.org.

Reiki I Evening Classes – May 3-24. 7-9pm. Learn Reiki history, uses, hand positions, scanning, chakras and more. Receive Level I attunement. Give/receive Reiki treatment. $125. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. Register: 845.896.1915. HandsOfSerenityHealing.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 10-11am. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

New Mom’s Support Group –11:30-12:30 (May 4, 11, 18, 25) 4-week series. The New Mom’s Support Group offers a safe space to share the joys and struggles of being a new mom and to connect to other new mothers. $100 for 4-weeks. 450 Mamaroneck Ave. Suite 414, Harrison. Info: 212.421.1500. fullcirclewomenshealth.com.

Reiki Circle – 7pm. Open to all attuned to Reiki Level l or higher. Share and receive the healing energy of Reiki. $10 requested donation. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. Register: 845.896.1915. HandsOfSerenityHealing.com.

Cultivating Happiness Class – May 4, 11, 25 and June 1. 7-8:30pm. With Michael Rosenbaum and Jennifer Zauner. Small, significant changes create big, positive well-being changes. $100. Sirona Therapy Spa, 280 N Bedford Rd, Ste 301, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.0727.

Drumming with White Buffalo Calf Woman – 7-8:45pm. With Dorinda Gay, energy intuitive. Songs, chanting and simple releasing ceremonies accompany drumming. $48 suggested. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

ADD Just Doesn’t Add Up – 7-9pm. Is it really a short attention span? Learn how to distinguish visual problems that mimic or complicate AD(H)D. Free. Dr. Samantha Slotnick, 495 Central Park Ave, Ste 301, Scarsdale. RSVP, Jane: 914.874.1177. DrSlotnick.com.

Introduction to the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali – May 4, 11, 18 and 25. 8:30-10pm. Discussion series. Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness Studio, 799 McLean Ave, Yonkers. Pricing info: 914.294.0606. NuevaAlma.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 6

The Shaman & the Medicine Buddha – May 6-8. With Alberto Villoldo, Shenphen Samdup, and Marcela Lobos. Experience one’s true nature and learn to change the world by awakening. Omega Institute,150 Lake Dr. Rhinebeck. Info: 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

Fearless Pruning – May 6-8. With Lee Reich. Learn how, why, and when to prune fruiting and ornamental plants for a bountiful garden. Omega Institute, 150 Lake Dr, Rhinebeck. 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

The Power of Purpose in Life and Work – 9am-5pm. With Marcelo Cardoso and Eileen Fisher. Inquiry, exercises, personal reflection, case studies, and discussions on purpose and how it shapes personally and professionally. $295 includes lunch. Sun West Studio, 450 West 31st Street, 10th Floor, NYC. Register: Eileenfisherlearninglab.com.

Meditation: Anam Cara Meditation Foundation – 7:15pm. 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Led by Lawrence Edwards. Learn meditation and chanting practices to do at home. Everyone welcome. No advance registration required. Suggested donation: $20. Anam Cara Meditation Foundation, 2 Byram Brook Place, Ste 2, Armonk.

New Moon Manifestation – 7-8pm. Together we manifest our hearts desires with the creative energies of the New Moon. $10 newcomer fee. DG Sanctuary. 2 Lagrange Ave, Poughkeepsie 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.

Love Language, Couples Workshop – 7:30-9:30pm. With Relationship Coach, Sheila Pearl. Learn to “speak” one another’s love language. $80/per couple. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

SATURDAY, MAY 7

Earth Day Westchester 2016 – 10am-3pm. Green exhibits, live entertainment,  farmers market, “Green Raffle,” children’s activities and Sustainability/Recycling Awards presented by Westchester County and more. Returns to Kensico Dam Plaza. 1 Bronx River Parkway in Valhalla. Info: westchestergov.com.

Kid’s Yoga Fair – 1-5:30pm. With Robin Cohen, E-RYT and Julia Harrer, RYT. Preschool-teen. Yoga classes and activities. $10. Patterson. Preregistration/specific class times: 845.878.7800. InnerBalanceStudio.org.

Energy Healing & Stress Reduction – 2-3:30pm. With Penny Lavin from international, One Light Healing Touch School. Discover self-healing practices to release stress and more. Free. Desmond Fish Library, 472 Rte 403, Garrison. Preregister: 845.424.3020. Info: OLHT1.com.

Herbal Tea Rituals – 4-6pm. With Karen Gordineer. $40. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

MONDAY, MAY 9

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center. 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 10

Tea & Stones – 6:30-7:30pm. Connect and learn about gems, stones and their incredible properties. Free. Dreaming Goddess, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.

Vision Boards – 6:30-8:30pm. With Carla Blaha. $40. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

How to Read Food Labels – 7:30pm. Holistic Moms Network presents Certified Health Coach Eileen Iorio who will clarify terms such as “Non-GMO”, “Organic” and “Natural” and more. Rye Free Reading Room, 1061 Boston Post Rd.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11

Financial Common Sense for Teens, Young Adults and their Parents – 6:30pm. Chris Dlugozima, Community Relations Coordinator of GreenPath, Inc. Free. Register online or at reference desk. John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 Main St, Shrub Oak. Info: 914.245.5262. YorktownLibrary.org.

Compassionate Communication – 7-8pm. Introduction to Non-Violent Communication as originally formulated by Marshall Rosenberg. Free. Pawling Library, 11 Broad St. 845.855.3444. PawlingLibrary.org.

Buddha Dharma Sangha – 7-8:30pm. With Derek Kolleeny, of Westchester Buddhist Center. Monthly meditation instruction, presentation on meditation practice, discussion and refreshments. $10 suggested. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

Energy Medicine for the 21st Century – 7:30-9pm. With Bernadette Bloom. Free lecture. How to use it. Practical application. Does this work? Finger Lakes School of Massage, 272 N Bedford Rd, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.7363.

THURSDAY, MAY 12

Second Thursday Reiki Circle – 7-8:30pm. With Jackie Muller, LCSW. $15. Patterson. InnerBalanceStudio.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 13

Embodied Mindfulness: Thriving in Life and Work – Cutting-edge perspectives and experiences to access the wisdom in the body, the full functioning of the mind, and the empowered state that ensues when integrated and aligned. $295 (lunch included). NYC. Info/register: Eileenfisherlearninglab.com.

Mothers & Daughters with Sil Reynolds and Eliza Reynolds– May 13-15. Discover new ways of sharing mutual respect, love, and a strong bond through the preteen years. Omega Institute,150 Lake Dr. Rhinebeck. Info: 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

Yoga Service Conference: Transforming Lives One Breath at a Time – May 13-15. With Matthew Sanford, Rolf Gates, and more. Find the resources, tools, inspiration, and support you need to change lives through yoga. Omega Institute,150 Lake Dr. Rhinebeck. Info: 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center. 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 14

Reiki I Class – 9am-5pm. Learn self-healing benefits of Reiki, history, chakras, hand positions, four attunements. $150 manual/certificate, Anne Bentzen, Usui/Karuna Master, Jikiden Reiki practitioner. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 236 S. Bedford Rd, Mt. Kisco. Pre-register by May 10: 914.588.4079.

Leadership Embodiment: Grace Under Pressure – 9:30am-5:30pm. May 14-15. With Wendy Palmer. Learn tools and practices for becoming a skillful listener, a powerful advocate, and an inspirational leader. $495 (includes lunch). Eileen Fisher Learning Lab, 50 South Buckhout St, Irvington, Info/register: Eileenfisherlearninglab.com

A Day of Healing Workshop – 10am-5pm. Penny Lavin from international, One Light Healing Touch School teaches scanning, radiant and color healing for healing oneself, others and more. $150. Sacred Space, Beacon, 436 Main St, Beacon. Register, Donna: 845.742.8494. SeekSacredSpace.com.

Anatomy Trains Workshop for Movement Therapists – May 14-15. 10am-5pm. Learn skills to work with clients more clearly and effectively. CEUs. $350 if mention Natural Awakenings. $400 otherwise. Quest Yoga Arts, 11 E Main St, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.9642. QuestYogaArts.com.

Change–Changing–Changed Event: With Coalition of Co-Creators – 10:45am-4:45pm. Healing practitioners, change agents, consciousness speakers, musicians, mystic poets, storytellers and others coming together to promote intercommunity conscious. $33/online; $45/door. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave, Rye. Info: Wainwright.org/Events.htm or 914.967.6080.

Slow Yoga and Qigong – 1:30-4:30pm. With Ken Nelson and Lesli Lang. Release tension and restore vitality. $45 members. $65 nonmembers in advance. The Yoga Studio, Club Fit, 584 N State Rd, Briarcliff Manor. Info, Audrey Brooks: 914.582.7816. YTAyoga.com.

Monthly Shamanic Journey Class – 7-8:45pm. With Melanie Ryan. Combination of grounding meditations and shamanic journeys. BYO journal. Meets monthly. $48 suggested. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

SUNDAY, MAY 15

Third Sunday Community Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Admission by donation of personal care products for the Pawling Community Resource Center. InnerBalanceStudio.org.

The Order of Melchizidek and Priesthood Class for Ordination into Interfaith Ministry with Rev. Dan Chesbro – 1-4:30pm. Learn history, ceremonial rituals, legal duties and receive powerful Divine attunement. Class alone $100. Class and ordination with certificate $250. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 236 S. Bedford Rd, Mt. Kisco.  Info: starvisionscommunity.org. 914.236.4503.

Grand Opening: Hygeia Integrated Health – 2-5pm. Visit with and learn about the services and workshops, Acupuncture, Massage, Nutrition, and Behavioral, at Hygeia Integrated Health, 3505 Hill Blvd, Suite K Yorktown Heights. Info: 914.352.6116.

Restorative Workshop – 5-7pm. Relax and let go in a practice that everyone can benefit from. All ages or fitness levels. $25 advance. $30 door. Quest Yoga Arts, 11 E Main St, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.9642. QuestYogaArts.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 17

Westchester Holistic Network –6-8pm. New time and location. Cathy Lipsky’s Ix Chel Center, 23 Wilson St, 2nd Floor, Hartsdale. Info: 914.912.2351.  Info: WestchesterHolisticNetwork.org

Herbal Magic Gathering – 6:30-7:30pm. Lecture and mini workshop as we work with a specific herb, discussing its properties, uses and often basic how-to’s. Free. Dreaming Goddess, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. Info: 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 10-11am. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. Info: TheTemperanceCenter.com.

Optimize Nutrition in Pregnancy – 6:30pm. Learn four great ways to optimize nutrition in pregnancy, including trimester-specific nutrition, prenatal “Super Foods,” and how to incorporate nutritious meals into a busy lifestyle. Full Circle Women’s Health, 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Suite 414, Harrison. Contact: 212.421.1500. Fullcirclewomenshealth.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 19

21-Day Purification Presentation – 7-8pm. Learn how to cleanse the body gently and naturally without going hungry. Seats limited. 2013 Crompond Rd, Yorktown Hghts. RSVP: 914.962.1155. HWAHealthy.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 20

Introduction to Thai Yoga Massage – 5:30-8:30pm. Diana Brenes Seiler, LMT. Must be NYS licensed in a touch profession. $85. Finger Lakes School of Massage 272 N Bedford Rd, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.7363 x12. FLSM.com.

Community Reiki Circle – 7-8:45pm. With Beryl Hay and Deborah Fusco-Amjadi. Grounding meditation, then Reiki exchanges and closing Reiki Mawashi group share. $20 door. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

Archangel Healing Workshop – 7-9pm. With Shaman Elka Boren. $35. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Info/RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

Shamanic Drum Circle – 7-9pm. With David Beck. Practice and delve into deeper understanding of Shamanic journeying through rhythmic drumming. BYO mat, eye covering and journal. $20. DG Sanctuary, 2 Lagrange Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 21

Free Community Class Days – May 21 and 22. 9am-5pm; noon/info on our fall training, both days. Door prizes, silent auction, massage, yoga accessories and more. Quest Yoga Arts, 11 E Main St, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.9642. QuestYogaArts.com.

The Power at the Center: An In-Depth Yoga Retreat – 9:30am-5:30pm. Discover the potent tools of yoga (on and off the mat) to live with greater aliveness and purpose. No prior yoga experience required. $145. Eileen Fisher Learning Lab, 50 South Buckhout St, Irvington, Info/register: Eileenfisherlearninglab.com.

Reiki I – 9:30am-6pm. Hallie Sawyers, LMT. Popular hands-on technique for healing self and others. Open to the public. $200. Finger Lakes School of Massage 272 N Bedford Rd, Mt Kisco. Register: 914.241.7363 x12. FLSM.com.

A Day of Healing Workshop – 10am-5pm. Penny Lavin from international, One Light Healing Touch School teaches scanning, radiant and color healing for healing oneself, others and more. $150. Lunch included. Six NCBTMB CEUs. Lagrangeville. Register: Penny: 845.878.5165. OLHT1.com.

Reiki 1 & 2 Class – 11am-5pm. With Reiki Master Marcus Feighery. $275. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

Women’s Full Moon Circle – 7-8:30pm. A non-denominational monthly gathering for women. Draw in the powerful energies of the Full Moon. $10. DG Sanctuary. 2 Lagrange Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.473.2206. DreamingGoddess.com.

Drumming with White Buffalo Calf Woman – 7-8:45pm. With Dorinda Gay, energy intuitive. Songs, chanting and simple releasing ceremonies accompany drumming. $48 suggested. The Center for Health and Healing, 4 Smith Ave, 2nd Flr, Mt Kisco. 914.864.0462. Center4Healing.net.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

Meditation Retreat – 7:30am-5pm. Sufi and Zen active moving meditations, restorative yoga, dance, chakra healing sessions, walking meditations. Vegetarian breakfast and lunch. Space limited. Ganesha Spa. Peekskill. Register: 914.906.7238. GaneshaSpa.com.

The Five Elements: A Taoist View – 10:30am-5:30pm. Balance, nurture energies using healing sounds, Qi Kung movements and visualizations. $125 advance. $150 door. Katonah Healing Arts, 15 Parkway, Katonah. Gail Kellstrom: 914.232.5754.

Magickal Herb Gardens – 1pm. Create a portable garden for a window or patio that can later be transplanted into the earth. $30 includes supplies. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. Register: 845.896.1915. HandsOfSerenityHealing.com.

Restorative/Yin/Yoga Nidra Combo Workshop – 3-5:30pm. $40 adult. $75 couples. $25 teens. Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness Studio, 799 McLean Ave, Yonkers. Register: 914.294.0606. NuevaAlma.com.

MONDAY, MAY 23

StarVisions Healing Circle – 7pm. Stress reduction and health enhancement achieved through deep relaxation with Reiki. Natural healing solutions in group setting with Anne Bentzen, Reiki Master. $20, students $15. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 236 S. Bedford Rd, Mt. Kisco.  Pre-registration required: 914.588.4079 .

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center. 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 24

Free Five-Minute Readings – 5:30-7:30pm. With Carla Blaha. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 26

Meditation: Anam Cara Meditation Foundation – 7:15pm. 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Led by Lawrence Edwards. Learn meditation and chanting practices to do at home. Everyone welcome. No advance registration required. Suggested donation: $20. Anam Cara Meditation Foundation, 2 Byram Brook Place, Ste 2, Armonk.

FRIDAY, MAY 27

MAYfest – May 27-29. Family-friendly, music, arts and yoga festival. Come one day or all three. Lodging and camping available. SkyBaby Yoga & Pilates Studio and Catskill Chill Music. Surprise Lake Camp, Cold Spg. Info/tickets: MayFestNY.com.

Therapeutic Yoga for a Healthy Body with Marlysa Sullivan – May 27-30. Discover gentle yoga postures and breathing practices for chronic pain and joint health. Omega Institute,150 Lake Dr. Rhinebeck. Info: 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

Shift Into Freedom with Loch Kelly – May 27-30. Practice simple tools for living from a peaceful mind and an open heart. Omega Institute,150 Lake Dr. Rhinebeck. Info: 877.944.2002. eOmega.org.

Mediumship Circle – 7-8:30pm.With Carla Blaha. $35. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $15. The Temperance Center. 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. Info: 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 28

MAYfest – May 27-29. Family-friendly, music, arts and yoga festival. Come one day or all three. Lodging and camping available. SkyBaby Yoga & Pilates Studio and Catskill Chill Music. Surprise Lake Camp, Cold Spg. Info/tickets: MayFestNY.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 29

MAYfest – May 27-29. Family-friendly, music, arts and yoga festival. Come one day or all three. Lodging and camping available. SkyBaby Yoga & Pilates Studio and Catskill Chill Music. Surprise Lake Camp, Cold Spg. Info/tickets: MayFestNY.com.

Learn Healing Techniques: Magical Awakening – 11:30am-3:30pm. With healer and author Brett Bevell who will also be bringing his new book. $ 200. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. RSVP: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com.

For Shear Pleasure – 2pm. Touch the wool and try carding, hand-spinning and a ‘woolly’ craft. Hear a short story and feed barnyard animals. Members free. $8 nonmembers. GNC, 99 Dromore Rd, off Central Park Ave, Scarsdale. 914.723.3470. GreenburghNatureCenter.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

Relay for Life Mahopac – 7am June 4 to 7am June 5. American Cancer Society’s celebration/fundraiser to end cancer. Family-friendly events with food, games and activities. Mahopac High School, 421 Baldwin Place Road. Info: RelayForLife.org.

The First Annual Inter-Tribal Unity Gathering – 10am-4pm. Unity Gathering hosted by The Schaghticoke First Nations and the Town of Dover. Native drumming leads up to opening ceremony at 11am. Food, displays, vendors, entertainment. Thomas J. Boyce Park in Wingdale. Info: unitysfn.org.

National Trails Day – 2pm. A naturalist leads a hike and shares facts about history and ecology of our unique forested oasis. Members free. $8 nonmembers. GNC, 99 Dromore Rd, off Central Park Ave, Scarsdale. 914.723.3470. GreenburghNatureCenter.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 7

Reduce Stress with Self- Acupressure – 7-9pm. With Avra Blieden. Learn acupressure points and Qi Gong exercises to help de-stress. Westchester Community College. Info/Preregister: sunywcc.edu/continuing/ce.