Yonkers Completes $400K in Clean Energy Projects: The project is part of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York Power Authority’s Five Cities Energy Plans initiative.

The City of Yonkers announced the completion of $400,000 worth of clean energy projects, including new solar- and wind-powered lighting at J... Read More »

Sita’s Light Announces Kirtans in December: Group devotional singing that extends across cultures, races and religions

Miriam “Sita” Zernis and her musical ensemble, Sita’s Light, will lead a full moon kirtan on December 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Sacred Spir... Read More »

Greene Healing Partnership Promotes Self-Care: Onsite events, educational programs, collaborative wellness seminars, lunch and learns, practitioner meet-ups and Evenings of Wellness

A new partnership has been launched to encourage people to take a holistic, proactive approach to their own well-being. “The Greene Healing ... Read More »

Smart Commute Means Less Stress: Can help save time and money, reduce stress, reduce employees’ carbon footprint, increase their sense of community and contribute to a better quality of life.

Westchester County and New York State have partnered on a free informational program to help reduce drive-alone commuting, which means less ... Read More »

Holistic Moms Network to Discuss Homeopathy: “My main goal has always been to help patients decrease their dependency on pharmaceutical drugs and help bring them to a higher level of health.”

Susanne Saltzman, M.D., a specialist in homeopathic and functional medicine with a family practice in Westchester and Rockland Counties, wil... Read More »

Local Healing Artist to Release Book and Video: "Infuse your body, mind and soul with inspiration and vitality; and fill you with peace, comfort, warmth and love."

Gigi Oppenheimer—a healer, dancer and teacher and the owner of White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts and Dance, in Millbrook—is set to r... Read More »

Fair Trade Festival Returns to White Plains: December 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The annual Margaret Eberle Fair Trade Festival and Crafts Fair will be held December 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Memorial United Methodist... Read More »

The New Enough Companion Guidebook is Released: The guidebook’s 100-plus hands-on activities for individuals and groups are a collaborative effort with eight co-authors.

Laurie McCammon, author of Enough: How to Liberate Yourself and Remake the World with Just One Word and The Enough Companion Guidebook, beli... Read More »

Merritt Bookstore Continues Longstanding Traditions: This shop is a place where you’ll find what you’re looking for—it’s filled to the brim with books for everyone, as well as toys, puzzles, games and small gifts.

The Merritt Bookstore is celebrating its second full year under the ownership of Kira Wizner, who has built upon the legacy left by founding... Read More »

Expand Your Voice Expand Your Spirit

By changing our voice, we can change our lives and our spiritual connection to others. Read More »

Growing Opposition to Planned Gas-Fired Power Plant in Dover

Residents, elected officials, students, scientists and grassroots groups are calling on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to halt construction and revisit the state’s decision to approve the project in 2012. Read More »

Renovations Add Serene Ambience to Devotion Yoga: The gentle sounds of the gongs and chimes fill the air, creating a relaxing and sacred space.

Devotion Yoga, the only dedicated Kundalini Yoga studio in the River Towns of Westchester County, has recently renovated its studio. Owner P... Read More »

StarVisions Hosts Four Inspirational Holiday Programs: Programs on interfaith ministry, the afterlife and the 2018 “energy forecast,” as well as a winter solstice celebration, are scheduled for December.

StarVisions, a Westchester charity focused on spiritual enrichment, will offer four inspirational events for the holiday season. Programs on... Read More »

Rubystar Reflects Founder’s Healing Vision: Offering a broad array of services designed to help clients grow, expand and cultivate their best selves, inside and out.

When Melissa Allen founded Rubystar Healing Arts, she envisioned something more than just a physical place for healing. “My vision and inten... Read More »

Anam Cara Leads Meditation and Mindfulness Programs: A nonprofit dedicated to making meditation instruction available to everyone.

The Anam Cara Meditation Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to making meditation instruction available to everyone, will host an introductory... Read More »

Interfaith Winter Solstice Service in Croton Falls: December 17, at 6 p.m.

The Chapel at Croton Falls will host its annual winter solstice service, an interfaith celebration of the light, December 17, at 6 p.m. The ... Read More »

Winter Workshops and Retreats at Garrison Institute: Designed to cultivate mindfulness, awareness and compassion

The Garrison Institute is offering a series of winter workshops and retreats designed to cultivate mindfulness, awareness and compassion. ... Read More »

Local Artisan Gift Shop at Sackett Square Marketplace: December 1 and 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.

In December, Sackett Square Marketplace in Amenia will host a Local Artisan Gift Shop offering handmade items and gift baskets. Special Sip ... Read More »

Winter Farmers Markets Provide Seasonal Fun: Visitors can expect to find seasonal produce like apples; kale, cabbage and other hearty greens; and lots of root vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes.

Cold weather is no reason to pass up our local farmers markets, says Dacotah Rousseau, marketing and communications manager for Down to Eart... Read More »

Cauliflower Rice Makes Tasty Grain Substitute: A sulfur-rich food that is part of the cruciferous plant family.

Grain sensitivities are a problem for many people, so using vegetables as a substitute for grains is an easy fix, says Angela T. Russo, a fu... Read More »

Seasonal Offerings from Big Bang Coffee Roasters: The Peekskill store will have a booth at three holiday markets this month.

Big Bang Coffee Roasters is ready for the holidays with a full calendar of December events as well as the return of one of its most popular ... Read More »

Annual Art Show Returns to Bedford Historical Hall: January 19-21 start with a Friday Night Preview Party and continues the following weekend, January 26-28

The Annual Art Show: Bedford will celebrate “45 Years of Supporting Local Charities” by returning to its original venue, Bedford Historical ... Read More »

Crossover Yoga Project Training Focuses on Teen Trauma Survivors: A unique teaching approach combining trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness and art therapy to empower teen girls affected by trauma.

The first weekend in January, Happy Buddha Yoga in Goshen will host a Crossover Yoga Project (CYP) teacher training, a unique teaching appro... Read More »

Audio Lecture Series Explores Energy Medicine for Fibromyalgia: As many as 12 million Americans suffer from fibromyalgia, which causes ongoing widespread body pain and fatigue.

Bernadette Bloom, a medical intuitive and energy healer and the founder of the Center for Aligned Healing in Chappaqua, has developed a new ... Read More »

Ganesha Spa Adds Two Energy Healing Services: Reiki energy healing sessions and classes and Amino Bio-Frequency (ANF) Therapy to its menu of services.

Ganesha Spa in Peekskill has added Reiki energy healing sessions and classes and Amino Bio-Frequency (ANF) Therapy to its menu of services. ... Read More »

Creating a Healthy Mind through Meditation: Presenting new approaches to mental and emotional well-being, based on emerging research on the minds of long-term meditators.

Beginning in January, the Mariandale Center, in Ossining, will offer a new workshop series, Creating a Healthy Mind through Meditation, pres... Read More »

Interior Design Company Makes Homes Healthier: An eco-healthy interior design company with a unique focus on the health of children

As parents of kids with chronic asthma and allergies, Annalise Stack and Ania Dunlop understand the link between health issues and environme... Read More »

Religious Leaders Share Space in Mohegan Lake: "We celebrate life, nurture each other, and provide support in loving and open-hearted acceptance."

Rev. Karen Brammer of the Fourth Unitarian Universalist Congregation and Rev. Paul Tesshin Silverman of Iron Ox Center/Tetsugyuji Zen Temple... Read More »

Shamanic Reiki and Meditation Trainings in Mount Kisco: It is an empowering approach that is life-changing, both for the practitioners and people receiving healings.

Melanie Ryan, an instructor of Shamanic Reiki Worldwide, says there’s been growing interest in Shamanic Reiki professional trainings, “Peopl... Read More »