Events Calendar

DVANCED MEDITATION FOUR (4) SESSION PACKAGE – Thursdays, July 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th. See listing for Thursday, July 7th for full details.

HYPNOTHERAPY CERTIFICATION WITH NLP – LEVEL I Do you love helping people? Can you imagine a career that utilizes the most powerful vehicles for change in existence? Are you a healer, yoga instructor or a massage therapist wanting to add highly advanced and effective tools to your toolbox? With Hypnosis and NLP training your clients can heal rapidly, reduce stress, build confidence, resolve childhood issues and remove barriers to success. Certified Instructor Randi Light, MS, CHt is a Master Facilitator, Transformation Specialist, Mental Trainer and Healer, 219-929-8726 9:00-5:00 CST $999 Valparaiso Women’s Alliance, Valparaiso, IN. www.RandiLight.org RandiLight@gmail.com

CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR CRYSTALS – Noon to 2:00pm. Price: $25 for each Jody Evans class on Saturday, or join both Care and Maintenance of your Crystals & Gridding for $45. Did you know that some crystals really don’t like water, some will fracture if placed in salt, and others will fade in the sun? Find out in our latest class offering. We will explore topics such as: crystal id, distinguishing characteristics of common crystals, cleansing, maintenance, and uses. We will also discuss programming Quartz crystals, and why you would want to. Participants are encouraged to bring in crystals for programming and/or identification. Presenter: Jody Evans. Crystal River Gifts 310 N LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177. 224-535-8708. www.CrystalRiverGifts.com

GRIDDING – 2:15pm – 4:15pm Price: $25 for each Jody Evans class on Saturday, or join both Care and Maintenance of your Crystals & Gridding for $45. Ever wonder what a crystal grid is, and why you would want to create one? From the basic grid for manifesting love, to the more intricate medicine wheel. Join us for our latest class where we will explore the various techniques of gridding with crystals. Presenter: Jody Evans. Crystal River Gifts 310 N LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177. 224-535-8708. www.CrystalRiverGifts.com

METAPYSICALLY FIT FEST -12pm – 8pm, Bicentennial Riverfront Park, Yorkville, IL. Yoga all day. Riverfront Workshops. Gong wash, crystals, handmade/unique items. Musical Line Up: 4 pm The 7th Sons; 5 pm Indika Reggae Band; 6:30 pm The Giving Tree Band. www.metaphysicallyfitfest.com 630-881-1095.

ADVANCED MEDITATION FOUR (4) SESSION PACKAGE – Thursdays, July 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th. See listing for Thursday, July 7th for full details.

Driving up the three-quarter-mile driveway at Blue Lotus Farm and Retreat Center in West Bend, Wisconsin, one can already feel a sense of calmness and peace. The excitement of the festival is balanced by the serenity of the natural setting, a farm that was converted into a not-for-profit serving those with special needs. For one weekend a year, the venue becomes an oasis for the nature-loving Yogi. A tent rests on the grass and inside, there is kirtan music (a devotional form of Yoga, expressed by call and response mantra chanting) from local and national artists. A meadow beside the tent is the site for all-levels yoga classes, and a labyrinth and hiking paths around a lake grace the property. Best of all is the community that gathers; the friends that are made; the love that is shared; and the heartfelt sense of creating something wonderful together. The founder of the festival, Kaita Bliffert, is a kirtan artist in Milwaukee, and loves nothing more than bringing people together to create a higher vibration for the benefit of those in attendance, and for the rest of the world. We invite you to experience this bliss July 29-31. For more information, please go to: www.kirtanfestmilwaukee.com., or call 414-412-2473.

SPIRIT FEST – Join us for Spirit Fest, 12-5 pm at Church of the Spirit, 2651 N. Central Park, Chicago. Readings with Mediums ($2/minute), refreshments, raffles, prizes. Info: 772-489-5422

5-8pm, FREE. Great health benefits. Shorewood Hypnosis, Shorewood. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

RELEASING EMOTIONAL & PHYSICAL CHRONIC PAIN – THE MIRACLE OF EFT- FREE. 5-8pm, Shorewood Hypnosis, Shorewood, 2CE’s. FREE. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

LAMMAS GODDESS GATHERING WOMEN’S RETREAT Aug 5-7 2016 on Sanibel Island, Florida with Dolores J Gozzi 239-826-6960 – www.naturescycles.com Celebrate the Cycle of Life and Rebirth at Lammas.

12TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION THE WORLD OF FAERIES FESTIVAL. Saturday from 10am to 7pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Admission: (Cash only!) $11.00 each general admission $8.00 each senior (65 and up) at gate only. Children 12 and under are free admission. More information you can get on the website www.theworldoffaeries.com or by phone 815-788-1630. Location: Vasa Park, 35 W 217 Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177. Free Parking.

GATHER ENERGY AND BUILD STRENGTH at the Initial Awakening Workshop. In this workshop you will learn easy new techniques that build energy, expand your awareness, and have a profound effect on your life. The cost is $190 you’ll also get 2 complementary group classes with this. August 6th, 12pm-6pm at Body and Brain Yoga and Tai Chi in Mount Prospect. Consult our website for more information, https://www.bodynbrain.com/mtprospect/

HEALING THE HEART MEDITATION WITH DEBBIE LEONI – 9:30a-10:30a. $16 Drop-In FocusOm Batavia www.focus-om.com

12TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION THE WORLD OF FAERIES FESTIVAL. Saturday, August 6th and 7th. Saturday from 10am to 7pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Admission: (Cash only!) $11.00 each general admission $8.00 each senior (65 and up) at gate only. Children 12 and under are free admission. More information you can get on the website www.theworldoffaeries.com or by phone 815-788-1630. Location: Vasa Park, 35 W 217 Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177. Free Parking.

7 STEPS FROM ANXIETY TO FREEDOM: 1:00pm to 2:30pm. $20 Step into your personal power. Address: 9501 New England, Oak Lawn. 708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

AN AFTERNOON WITH HEATHER HUFFMAN (First Sunday of Every Month) 3:00p-4:00p Family Yoga ($20 for parent/child $5 for each additional family member) 5:00p-6:00p Community Yoga $5 Both classes are drop-in FocusOm Batavia www.focus-om.com

GONG MEDITATION BY PRESTON KLIK – 7pm, 1st Sunday every of month at Temple Synphorium (Evanston, IL); www.Klik.Love 773-728-2787.

BI-WEEKLY MEDIUMSHIP CLASS AND DEMONSTRATION with Amy Biank, Mediumship Class, Friday August 12th, 7-9 pm, and Friday, August 26th, 7-9pm, 83 Century Dr., Oswego, IL – Call 630-554-7713 to register, by donation. www.theintuitiveangel.com

7-HOUR FULL LEVEL ONE EFT WORKSHOP for both beginners & experienced EFT Practitioners. For emotional & physical issues, PTSD, Anxiety Back, hip, shoulder and knee pains, etc. Learn basic EFT plus how to guarantee success in every EFT session for yourself & for your clients. $115/$85. Discounts if repeating. Money back guarantee. 10am–6pm, 7CE’s. Shorewood Hypnosis, Shorewood. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

CHICAGO IANDS support/study/resource forum for near-death, out-of-body, & spiritual experiences, losses. Guest Speaker: DEBRA DIAMOND, PhD; NDEr, Psychic Medium, Medical Intuitive, Author of Life After Near Death. Don’t miss it! Frank Auditorium in Evanston Hospital. 2-5 pm. Free covered parking. Suggested donation – $20. For more info: 847.251.5758 or http:www.chicagoiands.org

CURVY YOGA & ZUMBA with Mishelle O’Regan and Nick Silney Only $10! 9:30a-11:00a. FocusOm Batavia www.focus-om.com

GONG & SOUND MEDITATION: 2:00pm to 3:30pm $25 Deeply relax and let the vibrations of the Gong open the flow of energy and create a body-mind state for change and healing. Address: 9501 New England, Oak Lawn. 708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

PSYCHIC HOLISTIC FAIR @ Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 11am until 6pm. Doors open at 9am for Retail Shoppers, Classes and Waitlist. Event is run on a first come, first served basis. Each day of the event has different offerings. Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 30 North Williams, Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake. www.EnlightenedBalance.com 815-307-1180.

PSYCHIC HOLISTIC FAIR @ Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa -11am until 4pm. Doors open at 9am for Retail Shoppers, Classes and Waitlist. Event is run on a first come, first served basis. Each day of the event has different offerings. Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 30 North Williams, Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake. www.EnlightenedBalance.com 815-307-1180.

TRANSFORMATION THROUGH DREAMS: 2:00pm-4:00pm What are the mystical messages of wisdom that our dreams provide? 3-week workshop series. $80 includes a dream journal and dream analysis. 9501 New England Ave. Oak Lawn 708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

UFO’S, CROP CIRCLES, JESUS, MAITREYA, Free literature. Interesting discussion. Garrett Wellness, 3020 N. Kimball, Chicago. 6:30-8:30pm, FREE. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

THE SOUL’S INTENT with Ernie Vecchio, Author of “The Soul’s Intent”, psychologist, and teacher shares an incredible discovery of “The Soul’s Intent and will perform a Group Life Path Assessment that will reveal where you are on the Spiritual Path. INSIDE ~ Holistic & Cultural Arts Center, 1241 Green Street, McHenry, IL on August 19th 7p.m. to 9p.m. Online $20 or $25 at the door
www.inside-inspire.com .

BODY MIND SPIRIT EXPO. The Expo returns to the North Shore Center for The Performing Arts in Skokie on August 20-21, with a weekend filled with the finest presentations, exhibitors, and entertainment, each intentioned to help you grow personally, and to show that when you believe, everything is possible. $14. Location: North Shore Center For The Performing Arts,
9501 Skokie Blvd, IL.

OPENING YOUR HEART TO RECEIVE – How to Become a Portal to the Abundance that is Your Birthright. Time: 1-2pm. Free lecture. Room 2. Were you taught that you had to “give” in order to be a good person? Have you given to the point of exhaustion, but you’re not good at receiving? What if you were told that there is a treasure trove of gifts waiting for you on the “other side”, all you need to do is allow them to come to you? In this evocative seminar, renowned audiobook writer and producer, Theresa Puskar helps you remove the blocks you have about “receiving” all of the abundance that is your God-given birthright. Through powerful experiential exercises, she will assist you in opening your receptive portal, and sets you on a path towards manifesting the abundance that is rightfully yours! (Free Portal Opening audio download for all attendees.) Theresa Puskar is an Inspirational Writer, Audio Book Producer & Speaker. For over two decades Theresa has enjoyed a career in multimedia as a TV/stage performer, Executive Producer, Writer, and the Director of Coaching Programs at the world’s largest audio publisher, Nightingale-Conant. Having written over 100 books and manuals, she has co-created, hosted, and produced over 80 audio programs for many New York Times best-selling authors! Location: Body Mind Spirit Expo, North Shore Center For The Performing Arts,
9501 Skokie Blvd, IL.

QUARTZ CRYSTAL SINGING BOWL MEDITATION with Diamond 7:00p-8:30p. $20 online, $25 at door FocusOm Batavia www.focus-om.com

BODY MIND SPIRIT EXPO. The Expo returns to the North Shore Center for The Performing Arts in Skokie on August 20-21, with a weekend filled with the finest presentations, exhibitors, and entertainment, each intentioned to help you grow personally, and to show that when you believe, everything is possible. $14. Location: North Shore Center For The Performing Arts,
9501 Skokie Blvd, IL.

THE SOUL’S INTENT with Ernie Vecchio, Author of “The Soul’s Intent”, psychologist, and teacher shares an incredible discovery of “The Soul’s Intent at The Center for Spiritual Evolution Country Inn & Suites, 600 Tracy Trail, Crystal Lake, IL on August 21st 11:30a.m. to 12:30p.m. www.newthoughtmchenry.org

BI-WEEKLY MEDIUMSHIP CLASS AND DEMONSTRATION with Amy Biank, Mediumship Class, Friday August 12th, 7-9 pm, and Friday, August 26th, 7-9pm, 83 Century Dr., Oswego, IL – Call 630-554-7713 to register, by donation. www.theintuitiveangel.com

INTRODUCTION TO QI GONG WITH JIM KAMINECKI – Time: 4-5pm. Room: 3. Free practice. Join Qi Gong practitioner, Jim Kaminecki, for this introductory class in Qi Gong. During hour, you will be introduced to a level one Qi Gong form, and we will practice it three to five times depending on our progress as a group. We will start the session with a brief warm up, which includes stretching exercises, then provide instruction on foundational techniques you will be using before we begin. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring activewear with you to participate: gym shoes, comfortable exercise clothes – sweatpants/shorts; sweatshirt/tee shirt. Jim Kaminecki is a holistic wellness advocate, a lifelong learner, a volleyball, swimming, and skiing enthusiast, a career investment and business consultant, a music aficionado, a Shaolin Kung Fu, Qi Gong, and Tai Chi practitioner, and occasional teacher. Location: Body Mind Spirit Expo, North Shore Center For The Performing Arts,
9501 Skokie Blvd, IL.

GONG & SOUND MEDITATION: 2:00pm to 3:30pm $25 Deeply relax and let the vibrations of the Gong open the flow of energy and create a body-mind state for change and healing. Address: 9501 New England, Oak Lawn.708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

HEAL YOUR LIFE THROUGH YOUR BELLY BUTTON. In just a few short hours your health and focus will be altered. Through a series of exercises and informative discussions you will learn all the ins and outs of your gut area. Participants of the workshop have experienced increase in blood circulation, increase body temperature which improves your metabolism and immune system. Participants have improved their digestive and excretory functions, relieved pain and tension in joints as well as increase immunity by stimulating the circulation of lymphatic fluid. Additionally, people have experienced better concentration, relaxed body, smooth skin and strengthening of family bonds of love. Consult our website for more information, https://www.bodynbrain.com/mtprospect/

SODERWORLD OPEN HO– USE, Free EFT sessions. www.SoderworldWellness.com Willowbrook, www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

HEART OF YOGA: STRESS MANAGEMENT: 12:00pm to 2:00pm $25 Focusing on relaxation, stress management, extra-gentle yoga poses, calming breathing exercises. Address: 9501 New England, Oak Lawn. 708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

RELEASING EMOTIONAL & PHYSICAL CHRONIC PAIN – The Miracle of EFT, EFT works for emotional & physical issues, PTSD, Anxiety Back, hip, shoulder and knee pains, etc., Hyde Park, 1-5pm, 4CE’s. $35. Ellie Stewart, 773-216-9882. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

EFT WORKS FOR EMOTIONAL & PHYSICAL ISSUES, PTSD, Anxiety Back, hip, shoulder and knee pains, etc. SoderWorld Wellness, Willowbrook, 2CE’s. 6-8pm, FREE. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom Masbaum, 708.955.3634.

INTRODUCTION TO MASSAGE – Free seminar for those considering a Career in Massage Therapy, 6:00 – 9:00 pm SOHMAR 9-month FAST TRACK course Objectives: Brief History of Massage, Observe/participate in a mock massage session, how to get certified and licensed as a massage therapist, question and answer forum about our 9-month fast track, job outlook, payment options. Location: School of Holistic Massage and Reflexology Downers Grove, IL 60515. www.sohmar.com 630-968-7827. RSVP to info@sohmar.com

BEGINNING ASTROLOGY ~ Level 1 ~ Thursday evenings. September 1st, 8th, 22nd, and 29th. Enjoy the knowledge of the Stars! Join Premier Astrologer, Dave Gunning. Level I is about learning the language of astrology: After the first level, students will have a working knowledge of the birth chart. $140.00 The Gathering Lighthouse. 26 N. Park Ave. Lombard 630-785-6541 www.thegatheringlighthouse.org / www.meetup.com/thegatheringlighthouse.com

ACUPRESSURE AND OTHER SERVICES WITH JR CARMANY – 10:00am to 1:00pm Price: Varies. You may know her from the former Geneva Natural Foods store SOUP TO NUTS, but to us she is JR Healing Hands! JR has worked for years in the holistic arena. Let her hands work on your feet as she does reflexology, acupressure, or maybe a foot detox. Come and experience the healing powers of her hands. PLEASE CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT. Crystal River Gifts 310 N LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177. 224-535-8708. www.CrystalRiverGifts.com

FOOT DETOX SESSION WITH JR CARMANY – 1:00pm to 4:30pm Price: $25/person (Normally $50) You may know her from the former Geneva Natural Foods store SOUP TO NUTS, but to us she is JR Healing Hands! JR has worked for years in the holistic arena. Let her work magic on your feet through an amazing foot detox. Come and experience the healing powers of her hands. A wonderful and enlightening experience to share with your friends. PLEASE CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT. Crystal River Gifts 310 N LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177. 224-535-8708. www.CrystalRiverGifts.com

GONG MEDITATION by Preston Klik, 7pm, 1st Sunday every of month at Temple Synphorium (Evanston, IL); www.Klik.Love 773-728-2787.

INTRODUCTION TO REFLEXOLOGY: 11:30am -12:30pm. What is reflexology and how can it help with anxiety and depression. $15 www.journeytowholeness.org

GONG MEDITATION – 7:30pm Price: $25 Gong meditations are one of the most deeply healing and restorative meditations possible, particularly because of the deep state of relaxation that is attained in response to the sound vibration. Gong meditation participants typically lie face up on a yoga mat or blanket in resting pose, or sit on a chair to experience the tremendous healing sounds and vibrations. Presenter: Andre Peraza. Crystal River Gifts 310 N LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177. 224-535-8708. www.CrystalRiverGifts.com

BI-WEEKLY MEDIUMSHIP CLASS AND DEMONSTRATION with Amy Biank, Mediumship Class, Friday, September 9th, 7-9 pm, and Friday, September 23rd, 7-9pm, 83 Century Dr., Oswego, IL – Call 630-554-7713 to register, by donation. www.theintuitiveangel.com

FREE EFT INTRODUCTION. 6:30-8pm, SoderWorld, Willowbrook, www.EFT-Tom.com 708.955.3634.

WAHE GURU FEST
KUNDALINI WEEKEND at Stonehouse Farm, Earlville, Illinois.
Kriya, Meditation, Music, Ecstatic Dance, Morning Sadhana, Sound Healing, Gongs.
Saturday $150. All Weekend Pass $250 adv. 312-922-4699, www.ShaktaKaur.com

AUDIOPHARMACOLOGY® GONG & SOUND MEDITATION: 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Saturday September 10 & Saturday September 24. Deeply relax and let the vibrations of the Gong open the flow of energy. $25. www.journeytowholeness.org

CHICAGO IANDS, support/study/resource forum for near-death, out-of-body, & spiritual experiences, losses. Saturday, September 10, 2016: Guest Speaker: EBEN ALEXANDER III, MD; NDEr, Neurosurgeon, Author of Proof of Heaven, with Karen Newell. 3-hour session! Frank Auditorium in Evanston Hospital. 2-5 pm. Free covered parking. Suggested donation – $20. For more info: 847.251.5758 or http:www.chicagoiands.org

HOLISTIC HEALING WITH AROMATHERAPY CERTIFICATION – Join Dr. Christina Wilke-Burbach, a Holistic Health Psychologist, Certified Aromatherapist, and NAHA member for a six class 110-hour level one aromatherapy certification!! Learn about 40 essential oils, safety, blending, chemistry, pharmacology, holistic healing, starting a business, much more! Location is Sheboygan, WI (Milwaukee area). Mind, Soul, and Self LLC at https://mindsoulandself.com/aromatherapy_classes_wisconsin_illinois/ or mindsoulandself@yahoo.com or 608.393.7353

INTRODUCTION TO ARCHANGELS: ARCHANGEL MICHAEL: 11:00Am to 12:30pm. What role does angels and spirit guides play in your life? Who is Archangel Michael? $20 www.journeytowholeness.org

PSYCHIC HOLISTIC FAIR @ Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 11am until 6pm. Doors open at 9am for Retail Shoppers, Classes and Waitlist. Event is run on a first come, first served basis. Each day of the event has different offerings. Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 30 North Williams, Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake. www.EnlightenedBalance.com 815-307-1180.

JOIN US AT THE THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY IN AMERICA – from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for TheosoFest, an annual mind body spirit festival that’s fun for the whole family! Free event. TheosoFest features talks on meditation, Buddhism, holistic healing, spirituality and more; tasty vegetarian food; over 100 holistic vendors; a festive Kids’ Korner; intuitive readings; and hands-on demonstrations in tai chi, yoga and other practices. The Theosophical Society is located at 1926 N. Main Street in Wheaton. For more information or to volunteer, please contact 630-668-1571 or info@theosophical.org

DEVELOPING YOUR INTUITION 101: 1:00pm to 2:30pm Do you want to learn tools & techniques to develop your intuition? $20 708-634-3664. www.journeytowholeness.org

PSYCHIC HOLISTIC FAIR 11am until 4pm. Doors open at 9am for Retail Shoppers, Classes and Waitlist. Event is run on a first come, first served basis. Each day of the event has different offerings. Enlightened Balance Chakra Spa 30 North Williams, Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake. www.EnlightenedBalance.com 815-307-1180

PSYCHIC WELLNESS FAIR @SunGatesCenter September 11, 11- 4pm. Variety of Healing Modalities and Readers. FREE snack, beverages, raffle. Choose any 3 services 15 min each – $50 or 1 for $20. 395 E. Dundee rd, ste.500 Wheeling Sungatescenter.com/wellnessfair_sept2016 847-345-0988.