June 2012

“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” Read More »

New Book Explores How Thoughts Affect Weight

Dr. Irina Koles, of Boston, is excited to announce the release of her new book, Taste of Thoughts: Improve Your Health and Whole Life. Read More »

Healthful, All-Natural Dog Food Comes to Area Farmers’ Markers

The Well Fed Dog company, of Newton Highlands, will sample and sell its all-natural, grain-free and slow-cooked dog food at the SoWa Open Market in South Boston this summer, beginning on June 17. Read More »

Dragon Boats Celebrate Chinese Culture on the Charles

The Boston–Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival will come to the Cambridge side of the Charles River on June 9 and 10. Read More »

Cambridge River Festival is the Place to “Bee” this Year

The Cambridge Arts Council presents the 33rd annual Cambridge River Festival, from 12 to 6 p.m. on June 2. Read More »

Celebrity Cooking Event Raises Thousands for Families Fighting Cancer

It was a night of celebrity chefs, gourmet cuisine and fundraising for a charitable cause at the First Annual Cooking Live with Chef Ming Tsai and Friends, on May 1. Read More »

Mindfulness-Based Stress-Reduction Courses in Westwood

Patricia Howard, a teacher of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) since 2003, will lead two summer programs on MBSR at the Center at Westwoods, in Westwood. Read More »

Boston Local Food Festival Welcomes Vendors

The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) of Greater Boston has opened vendor registration for its third annual Boston Local Food Festival. Read More »

Networking Night for Healthy Living / Healthy Planet Practitioners and Businesses

Maisie Raftery, publisher of Natural Awakenings of Boston magazine, and Phyllis Wilson, owner of Wise Woman Small Business Services, will present a networking night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 18 at the Theosophical Society, in Arlington. Read More »

Free Antioxidant Scans in Newton

Newton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre is offering free antioxidant scans throughout the month of June. Read More »

Workshop Combines Alexander Technique and Thai Yoga

Cecile Raynor, of Mind and Body Stress Management, in Brookline, will present a workshop combining the Alexander Technique and Thai yoga, from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 23. Read More »

Newton Wellness Center is Now Move Well Chiropractic

Dr. David Oliver, formerly of Newton Wellness Center, is pleased to announce a new name for his practice: Move Well Chiropractic. Read More »

All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream at 2012 Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl

The 30th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl will take place at Boston’s City Hall Plaza from 12 to 8 p.m. on June 5, 6, and 7. Read More »

Grant Funds Expansion of Brainwave Optimization Research

A 2011 grant from the Susanne Marcus Collins Foundation will launch a study of the effectiveness of Brainwave Optimization™ in treating migraine headaches. Read More »

Summer Classes and Coaching for Small Business Owners

Phyllis Wilson, owner of Wise Woman Consulting, will offer three learning and coaching opportunities this summer for business owners and owners-to-be. Read More »

Free Soil Analysis for Healthier Lawns

Pure Lawns, Inc., an organic lawn-management company based in Newton, is offering free soil testing and analysis to those who want a healthy lawn without pesticides this summer. Read More »

Open House for Those Interested in Studying and Using Homeopathy

On June 9, Teleosis Homeopathic School, in Newton, will host an open house to educate people about the benefits of homeopathy. Read More »

Six-Day Health and Wellness Program Offered in Northern Catskills

New York-based wellness, nutritional and fitness expert Linda R. Asta, RN, BSN, has created a medically supervised six-day program in the Northern Catskill Mountains, through Wellness Retreats NY. Read More »

Cell Salts - Homeopathic Remedies for Male Concerns

Hormonal balance in both men and women depends largely on healthy cellular function Read More »

Injury-Proof Your Golf Game this Summer

The National Golf Foundation reports that there are more than 26 million amateur golfers in the United States. Read More »

Creating a Happier, Healthier, Home for a Better Life

Imagine a life free of mental, emotional, and physical clutter. Imagine waking up each morning and returning home each night surrounded by physical affirmations... Read More »

New England School of Acupuncture: Meeting a Rising Demand for an Ancient Healing Art

The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA), in Newton, opened its doors in 1975 to become the first acupuncture school in the nation. Read More »