Every Day is Earth Day

The theme of this month’s edition is People, Planet and Purpose, and within these pages, you will find a terrific lineup of articles that I hope will get you thinking of ways you can do your small part to make a difference within your household, the community and the world at large. Read More »

Cutting-Edge Technology for Radiation Detox and DNA Repair

Quantum Healing & Wellness is offering a new program for pilots and flight attendants connecting through Westchester County Airport to help them detoxify from the radiation they are constantly exposed to and assist with DNA repair. Read More »

A Wellness Oasis in Cold Spring

The Ascend Center + Collective Marketplace, a collective of female-owned ethical and fair trade businesses, has expanded from one floor to three in the iconic, nationally recognized SkyBaby Building. Read More »

Earth Day 2023: Investing in Our Planet

This year, join one or more of the empowering events here in Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess and meet planet-loving people that are ready to push up their sleeves, vote with their pocketbooks and dedicate their time to a healthy, equitable and prosperous future on Earth. Read More »

Intensity is Key to Muscle Growth

It is vital to incorporate high-intensity resistance training because muscles, not aerobic fitness, will enhance your health and reverse conditions associated with sarcopenia. Read More »

Something is Brewing in the Hudson Valley

A Cup of the Valley, sponsored by the Poughkeepsie South and Wappingers Falls Rotary Club and Greenwood Lake Roasters, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 16, 2023. Read More »

Westchester Local Food Project: Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Community Engagement

Allison Turcan, founder of nonprofit D.I.G. Farm, in North Salem, has formed the Westchester Local Food Project with a passion to create a more sustainable and equitable food system for the community. Read More »

A New Season of Community Connection, Education and Fun

The Mt. Kisco Farmers Market, now celebrating its third year, will open for the 2023 season on May 21 and run weekly thereafter on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October 29 at the Mt. Kisco train station in the South Moger parking lot. Read More »

Astrology for April 2023 – with Pamela Cucinell

A playful attitude sparks April Fools’ Day, and a generous spirit ignites innovative ventures. Support can nosedive April 2; work with what’s available to stay on task. Read More »

Chimichurri Steak Caesar Salad

Try this delicious recipe, including a marinade, care of Justine Caputo from Tiny Greens Farm, a micro-farm producing locally grown microgreens in the Hudson Valley. Read More »

Enter the World of Ancient China

Shen Yun’s unique artistic vision showcases classical Chinese dance and original orchestral works, Shen Yun opens a portal to a civilization of enchanting beauty and enlightening wisdom. Read More »

Introduction to Healing with Sound

Moss and Moonlight: Sanctuary for Healing Arts, will present Sound Healer Intro Training from 1 to 5 p.m., on April 15, 2023, with sound healer Jane Sriprayul. Read More »

Learn to Really Read the Tarot

Angel Tarot reader Martha Towler, owner of Martha’s Tarot, will conduct a five-week online master class to teach participants how to learn tarot reading beginning at 7 p.m., May 9, 2023. Read More »

Nutritious Microgreens from Tiny Greens Farm

Tiny Greens Farm, a micro-farm producing locally grown microgreens, is expanding to new retail locations, CSA programs and chefs in the Hudson Valley. Read More »

Register Now for Women’s Wellness Series Coming in May

This May, join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for a women’s wellness event—Overcoming Stress: How to Balance It All—beginning May 2, 2023. Read More »

Release, Receive and Transform

Jill Arena and Cate Bartilucci will co-present Reclaim Yourself: A Yoga & Reiki Series, at Luna Power Yoga, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 1 and 7:30 to 9 p.m., April 5, 2023. Read More »

Soul Journeys with Michael Rosenbaum

Michael Rosenbaum, advanced certified hypnotherapist, metaphysician practitioner, transformational hypnotherapist and spiritual coach, provides Soul Journeying - Introducing You to Your Soul's Wisdom, in Danbury, Connecticut, and Mt. Kisco, New York. Read More »

Spring Flower Essence Workshop

Certified Flower Essence Therapist Jacqueline Cagnon, owner of Jacqui’s Flower Essences, will conduct a Flower Essence Workshop from 1 to 3 p.m., April 29, 2023, at Universal Healing Arts. Read More »

Spring Garden Design and Expert Guidance

Kitchen Gardens of Westchester designs and build beautiful raised beds and deer/rabbit fencing, and can assist with hand-holding throughout the process of growing vegetables, salads and herbs. Read More »

A New Dawn on the Farm Front: Stepping Away From Industrialized Agriculture

The COVID-19 pandemic uncovered weaknesses in the food supply system, such as supply chain vulnerabilities, and altered human behavior as more people started cooking at home and exploring healthier lifestyle choices. Read More »

De-Stress With Sauerkraut

A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry has shown that eating more fermented foods and fiber daily for just four weeks significantly lowered perceived stress levels. Read More »

Earth Day Everyday Festival

The Friends of Pound Ridge will host their third annual Earth Day Everyday festival downtown from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 22, 2023 Read More »

Exercise for the Brain

Researchers in the UK compared the effect that different types of daily movement had on overall cognition, memory and executive function. Read More »

Gas Stove Pollution Goes Unnoticed

A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology finds that gas stoves frequently leak dangerous pollutants into the kitchen. Read More »

Green Ossining 13th Annual Earth Day

With as many as 4,000 attendees expected and more than 100 vendors, the Green Ossining Earth Day festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 22, 2023, at Louis Engel Waterfront Park. Read More »

Insect-inspired Drones Build Structures

Two London-based roboticists, Mirko Kovac and Robert Stuart-Smith, have developed new technology that mimics the way bees work together to build a structure. Read More »

Invasive Wild Hogs Pose Numerous Threats

There are approximately 6 million non-native, feral pigs in the United States that are destroying crops, native animals and pose risks of giving diseases to humans. Read More »

Jeff Moyer on Farming for Human and Planetary Health

Jeff Moyer is CEO of Rodale Institute, which champions regenerative organic agriculture through scientific research, farmer-support programs and consumer education. Read More »

Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance

For parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition. Read More »

Lowering the Carbon Footprint of Batteries

A Swedish battery manufacturer, Northvolt, in partnership with Stora Enso, one of the largest private forest owners in the world, has developed a battery for electric vehicles. Read More »

Muscular Maintenance 101: How to Repair Muscles After Exercise

In any fitness regimen, rest and muscle recovery are just as important as strength training or cardio workouts. Here are a few scientifically proven approaches that promote tissue repair. Read More »

Outdoor Safety for Pets: Helpful Tips to Navigate Hazards

With diligence, protecting our furry best friends can become second nature as we safely enjoy the great outdoors together with our pets. Read More »

Pomegranate May Offer Skin and Gut Benefits

Pomegranate fruit has been widely used in traditional medicine, and a new, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine looked at the effects of taking pomegranate extract for a period of four weeks on different aspects of skin and gut health. Read More »

Possible Links Between Veggie Diets and Depression

Plant-based diets have been associated with several health benefits, but not much is known about their effects on mental health. Read More »

Rebuilding Coral Reefs With Sound

Rapid ocean warming and other effects caused by climate change have stressed and degraded corals around the globe, and scientists have been studying ways to rebuild, manage and conserve these vital ecosystems. Read More »

Screening Children for Anxiety

A common mental health condition in the U.S., anxiety disorder involves excessive fear or worry that manifests as emotional and physical symptoms. Read More »

Sushi Bites

Try this nutritious and delicious recipe from this month's Conscious Eating section! Read More »

Sustainable Eating: Tips to Shrink Your Foodprint

To get a fuller picture of our food-related environmental impacts, we need to take into consideration the many variables associated with the production, transportation and consumption of food. Read More »

Sustainable Grocery Shopping

There are many ways to be environmentally responsible when shopping for food. Here are a few tips to reduce your food foot print. Read More »

The Earth as Muse: Inspiration Meets Conservation

The Earth is both our mother and our muse, sustaining our lives and blessing us with beauty when we make time to notice her perpetual creative forces. Read More »

The Winds of Change: Young Activists Pursue Climate Justice and Green Living

Born in the mid-to-late 1990s up to the early 2010s, Generation Z environmental activists agree that urgent action is needed to achieve climate justice, and they’re willing to do what it takes to get results. Read More »

Toxic Overload: How to Clean Our Water, Food and Indoor Air

While our bodies are not designed to handle the accumulation of industrial chemicals, pesticides, pharmaceutics and radiation that seep into our personal space, we can take measures to reduce the assault and protect our health. Read More »

Unwrapped Egg Roll Noodles

Try this nutritious and delicious recipe from this month's Conscious Eating section! Read More »

Volunteer to Pitch In For Local Parks

The Westchester Parks Foundation and Westchester County Parks Department’s Pitch In For The Parks community cleanup effort runs from April 17 through 22, 2023. Read More »