Natural Awakenings Westchester / Putnam / Dutchess New York - June 2018 Read the June 2018 edition of Natural Awakenings Westchester / Putnam / Dutchess New York. Natural Awakenings 2018 Pilates Teacher & Studio Profiles Club Pilates Ardsley Heather Rhyu, Owner 875 Saw Mill River Rd., Ardsley, NY 914.292.1292 • [email protected] • ClubPilat... Read More » The Healing Power of Pilates Injuries, surgeries and the changes that come with age are often the catalysts that bring newcomers to Pilates. Read More » New Book Explains How Helping Wildlife Helps People: “Animals suffer as much as people, and helping them saves human lives and human suffering.” Most people who appreciate animals want to see them thrive for their own sake. But in his new book, Helping Animals Means Helping People, Ka... Read More » Mindful Is the New Skinny Author Holds Book Signing: June 26, at 7 p.m., at the Chappaqua Library Psychotherapist and holistic health coach Jodi Baretz recently released her debut book, Mindful Is the New Skinny: 10 Transformational Steps... Read More » Famed Westchester Entrepreneur to Discuss “Tiny Business”: June 14, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Beahive Beacon Sharon Rowe, the founder of Ossining-based Eco-Bags Products, will discuss her book, The Magic of Tiny Business: You Don’t Have to Go Big to... Read More » Investment Fund Helps Beginning Sustainable Farmers: The fund gives sustainable farmers secure land access through lease-to-own arrangements on farm properties in the states connected to the NYC metropolitan area (the NY Foodshed). Tri-state area investors who want to help young and early-stage farmers, boost community development and receive a modest investment their r... Read More » Philanthropist Mike Hoffman Announces New Scholarship: Hoffman’s company provides fundraising, management and social engagement strategy to corporations and nonprofit organizations. Mike Hoffman, chairman of the philanthropic services firm Changing Our World and a member of The Culinary Institute of America’s Society of ... Read More » Boscobel Hosts Annual Snapping Turtles Event: June 2, at 7:30 a.m. Boscobel House and Gardens in Garrison will host its 24th annual Snapping Turtles! program, previously known as Turtle Walk, on June 2, at 7... Read More » Ascend Festival Launches in Cold Springs: June 21, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m Ascend Festival, a new yoga, music and art celebration, will take place on June 21, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., in Dockside Park in Cold Springs... Read More » Candles and Wine Opens in Bedford Hills: Grand opening June 13, at 6 p.m Candles and Wine, a wine and beer bar located at 25-27 Depot Plaza in Bedford Hills, will hold its grand opening June 13, at 6 p.m. The late... Read More » Women’s Health and Fitness Center Opens in White Plains: The 15,000-square foot space offers classes and therapies to rejuvenate the mind and body, as well as a healthy gourmet café. Hourglass Women’s Wellness, the first comprehensive, women’s-only health and fitness center in White Plains, is now open at 33 South Broadwa... Read More » Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary Holds Open House: June 30, from noon to 2 p.m. Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary in Poughquag will host a vegan picnic and open house on June 30, from noon to 2 p.m. Guests can meet the staff as ... Read More » Get On Your Mat For Mental Health Returns to White Plains: June 20, in downtown White Plains, on Court Street, between Main Street and Martine Avenue Yogis of all levels are invited to welcome summer under the open sky at Get On Your Mat For Mental Health, which will be held June 20, in do... Read More » InterGenerate Opens Community Garden in Mount Kisco: “We are pleased to be moving from our former garden at Marsh Sanctuary to this much more central location." InterGenerate, a local nonprofit that helps people get access to food that is “fresh, clean and fair,” is opening a community garden on the ... Read More » New Creations Gift Shop Keeps It Local: Showcasing the talents of more than 50 local artists, authors, musicians and crafters. New Creations Gift Shop, showcasing the talents of more than 50 local artists, authors, musicians and crafters, opened last month at 1042 Ma... Read More » New Treatment Targets Lyme, Chronic Fatigue: “The Perrin Technique may be a missing piece to the puzzle of how to treat these devastating diseases.” Elizabeth Pasquale, owner of Well On The Way, in White Plains and Ossining, is offering a new treatment for two common and potentially relat... Read More » Organic CBD Products Now at Custom Candle: Trying it as a sleep aid, she found that she could finally sleep through the night. CBD has been such a hot topic that Marcie Manfredonia began researching it as a safe solution to her own health issues, like fibromyalgia, a... Read More » June Gala to Support Inclusive, Nature-Based Education: June 2, from 7 to 10 p.m. Primrose Hill School, an independent school focused on inclusive, nature-based education, will hold its fourth annual gala on June 2, from 7... Read More » All-Natural Fizz Sticks Help Beat the Afternoon Slump: Arbonne has designed a vitamin-infused water mix-in intended to beat the afternoon slump. People who find themselves nodding off at their desk every day at 2 or 3 p.m. shouldn’t feel guilty. The “afternoon slump” is a real thing, ... Read More » Toner Is Vital to Skincare Routine: “This one small step will go a long way to making a positive change in your skin." Most people know that toner is a skincare product, but few people understand exactly what it does. According to Amy Kowal, owner of Reviva S... Read More » Benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture More than Skin Deep: The state of physical health, emotions and spirit is reflected on the skin, particularly on the skin of the face. When Dr. Laurie Mallis, a physician and licensed acupuncturist, announced her plan to open a holistic medical practice, people began asking ... Read More » Natural Ways to Protect Skin from Sun Damage: Skin damage occurs when the sun’s rays activate enzymes that form free radicals, which in turn destroy the collagen and elastin that give skin its strength and rebound quality. While skin aging is a natural process, there are also various natural ways, internal and external, to treat and slow it down. These measures... Read More » Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique Opens in Pawling: The boutique also hosts workshops every Friday and Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. and/or 7 to 9 p.m. When Diane Rivera planned her new business, Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, which opened last month in the Village of Pawling, she visualized... Read More » Poughkeepsie Author to Teach Angel Class: June 16, from 1 to 4 p.m and June 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m Local author Pamela Landolt will teach an angel workshop on June 16, from 1 to 4 p.m., at 2 LaGrange Avenue, Suite 214, in the Town of Pough... Read More » Sleeping Green: An Organic Mattress Can Contribute to a Healthier Lifestyle As we try to implement a more natural lifestyle in all areas, switching to an organic mattress can be a simple yet profound way to reduce our chemical exposure. Read More » A Natural Partnership: Fresh Organic Salon Offers European Arbonne Line Natural Awakenings recently sat down to talk with Toohey about her latest partnership with Arbonne, a company known for its high standards. Read More » Port Chester Resident Launches Community Gardens The goal is to help break down barriers to food access, healthy eating and environmental sustainability while promoting volunteerism and civic engagement. Read More » In-Print