Publisher's Letter for September 2021

Every September in honor of Yoga Month, we spotlight yoga and the local yoga community. Read More »

2021 Special Yoga Section

Natural Awakenings Local Yoga Guide for Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess NY Read More »

Forage for Mushrooms with the New York Mycological Society

The New York Mycological Society (NYMS)—a club for any New Yorker with an interest in fungi—has several outdoor events coming up in September and October. Read More »

Astrology for September 2021 – with Pamela Cucinell

Mercury retrograde September 27 means a few weeks of careful communication. Read More »

Lorraine Hughes to Facilitate Qigong Workshop in Wappingers Falls in September

Lorraine Hughes, instructor of HoldenQiGong and owner of Empowered By Nature, will facilitate a qigong workshop from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on September 18, at Dutchess Yoga Studio. Read More »

2021 Support-A-Walk Helps Those with Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Annual Yorktown Heights Support Connection walk's theme is Walk With Us, Wherever You Are! Read More »

Beauty, Health and Wellness Expo at the Highland Rail Trail Pavilion on September 12

Ramon Pineiro, president of I Love Local Rewards, has set the date for his first Beauty, Health and Wellness Expo in Ulster County. Read More »

Extend Your Education: College and Graduate Degrees for Well-Being in the Hudson Valley

While there are many paths to healing, the degrees and programs featured here embrace a holistic approach to wellness that integrates mind, body, spirit and environment. Read More »

Connection to Nature Retreat with Michael Gulbrandsen at The World Peace Sanctuary in Wassaic NY

The World Peace Sanctuary, in Wassaic, will host a Connection to Nature Retreat on September 11, led by Michael ‘Pondhawk’ Gulbrandsen, of Nature's Whispers. Read More »

Elisha Simpson Co-Leads Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training in Briarcliff Manor

Evolution Yoga Teacher Training beginning October 26 and ending in April 2022 Read More »

Yoga, Pilates, Fitness Network – September 2021

Natural Awakenings Yoga, Pilates, Fitness Network for Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess NY Read More »

G-Fit Personal Training Studio Opens in Chappaqua

Sam Gomes opens his new personal training studio, G-Fit Training and Health Solutions, n Chappaqua, NY. All month, the first training session new clients complete will be free. Read More »

Day of Healing and Stress Relief Planned for September at the Tarrytown Sheraton Hotel/ THIS EVENT HAD BEEN CANCELLED.

Barbara Mayrsohn, founder of Joy and Success International, will host a day of healing and stress relief at the Tarrytown Sheraton Hotel, in White Plains. Read More »

New Your CBD Store Opens in Wappingers Falls With Grand Opening Planned for September 21

Your CBD Store, now up and running in the Dutchess Shopping Plaza in Wappingers Falls, will celebrate its grand opening and ribbon-cutting from 4 to 7 p.m. on September 21. Read More »

Jikiden Reiki Shoden Retreat With Anne Bentzen at the Holmes (NY) Camp and Conference Center November 2021

Anne Bentzen will host a Jikiden Reiki Shoden retreat at the Holmes (NY) Camp and Conference Center November 12-14. Read More »

Equine-Assisted Therapies at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue

Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue (LOHR), a nonprofit equine sanctuary located on Route 22 in Dover Plains. Read More »

Purple Lotus Zen, Now All Virtual, Expands Services

Michelle B. Whitney says by offering her services virtually and remotely by phone, video and email, she can better accommodate her clients’ needs. Read More »

Giddy Up Gala Benefits Pegasus Therapeutic Riding in Brewster

Pegasus Farm hosts Giddy Up Gala Cocktail Party on October 2, 2021 with a sunset cocktail hour overlooking the farm, live music, a farm-to-table barbeque meal and a live auction Read More »

Yoga in the Adirondacks: As a yoga shala, Yoga in the Adirondacks (YitA) is place for education, not just exercise

Rhodella Hughes—who along with her husband, Patrick, owns Yoga in the Adirondacks and its associated sustainable family farm, The Divine Acres—says they’ve redefined YitA as a yoga shala. Read More »