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#4001 AYoga—an art of DiscoveryRelieve tension, build personal strength and increase your flexibility by practicing Hatha Yoga. This class will explain the various styles of yoga and will introduce several Hatha yoga asanas in the B.K.S. Iyengar style. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and be prepared to practice asanas (postures) in your bare feet. Ms. Coleton holds an international teach-ing certificate in the B.K.S. style of Hatha Yoga. She has been teaching yoga since 1985.CONVENER: Kathleen Coleton E-mail: coleton@solve.netCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 4; 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM; Cen-ter States T’ai Chi Association, 111 E. Gregory, KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4002 AKundalini Yoga for all LevelsIt has been said that Yoga enhances spiritual awareness and understanding as well as physical performance. Come join us and learn techniques of breath control, physical exercises, as well as mental focusing and meditation. Be sure to wear comfort-able clothes. This is a yoga class you can do!CONVENER: The Yoga Man (816-529-2771) CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 11; 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM; University Center, Rm. 147, 50th & Rockhill Rd, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20

#4003 A or B restorative StretchRestorative Stretch and Gentle Yoga are mind-ful movement classes designed to improve body awareness, flexibility and postural alignment. Set to inspiring music, you will leave feeling grounded, calm, and refreshed. Feels like you just had a mas-sage and didn’t have to pay for it!CONVENER: Tina Sprinkle (913-375-2416) E-mail: tina@creativebodybalance.comCLASS FEE: $14Sec. A: 2 sessions; Wednesdays, beginning February 1; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Sec. B: 2 sessions; Saturdays, beginning February 4; 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM; MEETS: Creative Balance Studio, 6929 Tomahawk, Prairie Village, KS; LIMIT: 10

#4004 ADay Long meditation retreatJoin us for a day long insight meditation retreat in the Theravada Buddhist tradition. There will be guided instruction for newcomers combined with meditation practice time and discussion. Benefits in-clude reduced stress and better health. Bring a brown bag lunch for eating meditation. Robert teaches insight meditation in Kansas City and around the United States upon request. Judith is a meditator with a passion for sharing the benefits with others.CONVENER: Robert Brumet (816-531-2131) CLASS FEE: $16Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 25; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; All Souls Unitarian Church, 4501 Walnut, KCMO, Main at 45th. Enter from rear; LIMIT: 20

#4005 AYoga for DancersThis yoga class is geared towards the specific needs of dancers. Comprehensively increase flexibility, strengthen and relieve tension and prevent injuries.CONVENER: Elizabeth Jacobson (816-682-1642) E-mail: pantspresscomics@yahoo.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, January 25; 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM; City in Motion School of Dance, 3925 Main (across Main St. from CVS Pharmacy), KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4006 A or Bgentle Yoga for BeginnersAnyone can learn Hatha yoga and enjoy its numer-ous benefits, including greater strength, improved flexibility and inner calm. This class is non-com-petitive, allowing each student to progress at their own pace, and will include gentle postures, focused breathing and guided deep relaxation. Please wear stretchy clothes and be ready to practice in bare feet. Parking in back, via alley between Waldo Chiropractic and Western Chandelier. Becky is a local yoga teacher who began studying yoga to relieve pain caused by scoliosis. Her teaching style combines skill, creativity and compassion.CONVENER: Becky Holsen CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 4; Sec. B: 1 session; Saturday, April 1; MEETS: 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM; US Bank Bldg..., 4901 Main, #401, KCMO (take elevator to 4th floor); LIMIT: 15

#4007 A or BYoga for LifeStrengthen and calm the body and mind, release stress, develop flexibility and focus. Yoga is non-competitive and anyone can participate, no matter their age, size, shape, gender or level of flexibility. Yoga postures combined with breath are taught with personal attention to each student, tailoring the poses to their individual bodies with regard to any challenges they might have. Instructor Pamela Miller-Shults is a certified Yoga Instructor by Namaste International. She teaches Iyengar style Hatha Yoga, inspired by the grace of Vanda Scara-velli, in hospitals, corporate and various studio locations throughout Kansas City.CONVENER: Pamela Miller-Shults (913-397-9642)CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Wednesday, February 1; Sec. B: 1 session; Monday, February 13; 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM; Cedar Creek, 26432 W. 110th Terr. (west of Hwy 7), Olathe, KS; LIMIT: 15

#4008 At’ai Chi Chih: Joy through movementT’ai Chi Chih is a form of moving meditation that brings wellness to all of life and sustains harmony with the universe. It is a meditative form of Qigong discipline that is concerned with the awareness, circulation and balancing of the vital force called Chi. It is non-martial in nature. After practice you will feel refreshed and calm. Lucy Ann and Ted Fleischman are accredited instructors.CONVENER: Lucy Ann and Ted Fleischman (816-531-2131) E-mail: lrd@allsoulskc.orgCLASS FEE: $14Sec. A: 2 sessions; Tuesdays, beginning January 24; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; All Souls Unitarian Church, 4501 Walnut, KCMO, Main at 45th. Enter from parking lot; LIMIT: 20

#4101 A or Bmassage with a partnerThis is the perfect class for those who have always loved to trade massages as well as those who have always wanted to but didn’t know how to start. We will learn and practice hands-on professional mas-sage techniques and how to relieve tension. This is a hands-on class! Convener is a licensed practi-tioner, instructor and ongoing student of Eastern and Western massage techniques. Bring a pillow, sheet and blanket. Bring your own massage partner (BYOP: spouse, SO, sibling, business partner, whoever). Couples only, please.CONVENER: Bob Adamo (913-498-1450)CLASS FEE: $14Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, January 29; 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Sunday, February 19; MEETS: University Center, Alumni Rm., 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 40

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Healing#4301 Aaura-Soma: Color Care System—Beyond ColorsFind out what your heart and soul really long for…through the universal language of color and light with Aura-Soma. Shimmering in every rain-bow hue, the jewel-like liquid colors of Aura-Soma are the basis of a subtle, holistic, non-intrusive therapy that heals, energizes and revitalizes the hu-man aura. Come and experience the power of color. Please bring $10 to class for optional take-home pomander. Leiola Reeder holds an MS in education with 20 years experience in teaching the visual arts. She is a certified Teacher/consultant through the International Academy of Aura-Soma.CONVENER: Leiola Reeder (816-217-3722) E-mail: leiola@planetkc.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, February 21; 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; White Light Holistic Resource Center, 1607 W. 39th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 15

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#4102 ALearn to massage Your partnerJohn Sandbach has taught at a local massage school for twelve years and can give you many tips on how to relax each other through massage, de-stress, and enhance your life. John specializes in Oriental techniques and reflexology and will share with you many great techniques that are simple and easy to learn. You may come by yourself or bring a partner.CONVENER: John Sandbach (816-931-0116) E-mail: info@whitelightbookstore.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, February 9; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM; White Light Holistic Resource Center, 1607 W. 39th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 15

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#4302 Athe Drum in native american health and healingThe use of percussion and rhythmic dance and song have been used for personal and community well- being by Native Americans for centuries. Enjoy a different focus each semester. Bob is an enrolled member of the Sicangu Lakota Oyate. He is also the director of wellness programs at the Heart of Ameri-ca Indian Center. Bring $5 to class for materials.CONVENER: Robert Eagleman Prue (816-561-3600) E-mail: sicangu@swbell.net Web site: www.home.swbell.net/sicanguCLASS FEE: $9 Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, January 26; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Heart of America Indian Center, 611 W. 39th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 20

#4303 A or Btransform Your Life through reikiReiki, (Ray’-key), a Japanese word for “universal life energy,” is a simple, yet immensely powerful system of energy healing. Reiki is not a religion, and is offered to all people from all walks of life. While the primary focus is physical healing, Reiki can also be used to heal relationships and bring about “highest good” in life situations and circum-stances, including the flow of abundance. Come and learn more about traditional (Usui) Reiki, and experience a sample of the Reiki energy in beauti-ful sacred space in the River Market. Convener will call registrants with exact location and directions. Optional text available for $13.CONVENER: Riverheart (816-472-5549)CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, February 5; Sec. B: 1 session; Sunday, April 2; MEETS: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Richard and Conover Lofts, River Market, Call convener for meeting room location and directions; LIMIT: 20

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#4305 AWhat is Your ph?Are you Acid or Alkaline? Are you troubled with leg cramps, arthritis, muscle cramps, backaches, dry brittle hair, weak fingernails, indigestion, heartburn, osteoporosis, or fatigue? Your pH is out of balance. Learn how simply balancing your pH will increase your energy and improve your health overall. Learn what foods to avoid and what to in-clude, as well as supplements that will help balance pH. Bring $2 to class for materials.CONVENER: Martha Anderson (913-631-3615) E-mail: marthaa2@juno.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 11; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Haag Hall, Rm. 212, 52nd & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4306 Aenergetic properties and gemstonesCourse will include the identification of crystals and gemstones as well as the energetic properties associated with them. We will discuss the various uses of stones in your environment, their healing properties, as jewelry and as a meditation tool. Handouts will be provided as well as a discussion of many current texts. Bring a stone that you wish to have identified.CONVENER: Hedy Combs (816-941-4640) E-mail: hedy-combs9@aol.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, April 1; 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Haag Hall, Rm. 310, 52nd & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4307 A or Bintroduction to reiki iCurious about Reiki, want to have a better under-standing of what it is and what it does? This class is the first in a series for obtaining first degree Reiki. We will discuss the origins of Reiki, the attunement process and basic hand positions. Recommended reading: “Essential Reiki,” by Diane Stein.CONVENER: ToriCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Friday, February 24; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Thursday, April 6; 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; MEETS: White Light Holistic Resource Center, 1607 W. 39th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4308 Ahealth Crisis in america: the untold truthSoon one person in four will have diabetes, and one in eight women will have breast cancer. Heart dis-ease currently claims a million lives a year. Chronic illness affects nearly 50% of U.S. adults. Western medicine and prescription drugs don’t address the central issue: nutritional deficiencies caused by eat-ing processed sugar and fat-laden, de-vitalized food with few nutrients. Health problems can be over-come by taking natural supplements and herbs that supply what is lacking, and by making better food choices. I have been into holistic health and herbs for years and know they work. I can teach you a better way. Suffering need not be a way of life.CONVENER: Carol Meyer (913-677-8672) E-mail: wisdom-ways@planetkc.com Web site: www.wisdom-ways.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, March 14; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; 5019 W. 56th St., Roeland Park, KS, 3 blocks west of Roe; LIMIT: 15

#4309 ACrystal healingCrystals may be used by themselves or to enhance energy healing for yourself and others. We will discuss selection, placement and care of crystals along with how crystals can be used to aug-ment Reiki and intuitive readings.CONVENER: ToriCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, March 16; 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; White Light Holistic Resource Center, 1607 W. 39th St., KCMO; LIMIT: 15

#4310 Aintroduction to Crystal healingIn this fun, interactive class, students “experi-ence” seven different stones and how they affect the chakras and our auric fields. It introduces the principles of crystal healing and covers a wide variety of crystals and how they are used to assist with various illnesses and life situations.CONVENER: Debra Darpel Baker (913-599-3685) E-mail: debradarpel@hotmail.com Web site:http://www.htransforma-tions.tripod.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, February 26; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Royall Hall, Rm. 202, 52nd St. Between Rockhill and Holmes, UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20

#4304 Aon Being a healerHealing is 80% intention and 20% technique. Learn basic principles that the Masters of the Healing Arts have used over the centuries to heal pain and restore balance in the mind and body. We will discuss mindfulness, clearing, intention-ality, disturbance patterns, blessing and Karmic responsibility. This inspiring class will be both lecture and hands-on, so wear comfortable clothing and bring a large towel or yoga mat upon which to lie. Rev. Plunkett is a Christina mystic, healer, and ordained priest, as well as a certified neuromuscu-lar massage therapist and the co-director of Kansas City Center of Light in Overland Park.CONVENER: Rev. Marion Plunkett (913-851-3204) E-mail: reverendmarion@core.com Web site: www.centersoflight.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, April 22; 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Haag Hall, Rm. 310, 52nd & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 25

#4311 A or BVitamin therapy—Be in Control of Your healthVitamin deficiencies can cause PMS, insomnia, leg cramps, fatigue, and a long list of other problems. But with so many brands on the market, it can be confusing. How do you choose the one that’s best for your age, weight, and sex? We’ll take the guess work out of choosing vitamins and teach you the benefits of vitamin therapyCONVENER: Dr. Ella Ladd (913-341-4224)CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, March 14; Sec. B: 1 session; Tuesday, May 23; MEETS: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Synergistic Medical Care, 6363 W. 110th St. OPKS; LIMIT: 10

#4312 A or Banti aging the Safe Way from the inside to the outsideWe’ll discuss how a youthful complexion, a lean body and increased energy are among the rewards of taking care of your body on the inside as well as the outside. Learn how natural hormone supple-ments, weight loss, exercise, stress relief, vitamins, herbs, therapeutic massage, spinal manipulation therapy and ancient Chinese methods like acupunc-ture can slow aging.CONVENER: Dr. Ella Ladd (913-341-4224)CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, February 28; Sec. B: 1 session; Tuesday, May 2; MEETS: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Synergistic Medical Care, 6363 W. 110th St. OPKS; LIMIT: 10

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#4313 A or Bacupuncture and acupressureDr. Ella Ladd will teach you some common acupres-sure techniques for headaches, sinus pressure, carpal tunnel syndrome, stress, anxiety, lower back and neck pain. The basic principles of acupuncture will also be discussed. Please dress comfortably as you will practice some “hands on” acupressure techniques with others in the class. Meets every other week.CONVENER: Dr. Ella Ladd (913-341-4224)CLASS FEE: $16Sec. A: 4 sessions; Tuesdays, beginning February 7; Sec. B: 4 sessions; Tuesdays, beginning April 11; MEETS: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Synergistic Medical Care, 6363 W. 110th St. OPKS; LIMIT: 10

#4314 Amineral hair analysisTrace mineral analysis is a test which measures the mineral content of your hair. Mineral content of the hair reflects the mineral content of the body’s tis-sues and can indicate mineral deficiency or excess within the body.CONVENER: Dr. Ella Ladd (913-341-4224)CLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, January 17; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Synergistic Medical Care, 6363 W. 110th St., OPKS; LIMIT: 6

#4315 A or BQuitting SmokingAre you ready to quit smoking? Learn to better understand nicotine addiction, the health conse-quences of smoking. Gain an overview of quitting methods and you’ll learn the best method to help you quit smoking forever. Mr. Sears received spe-cialized training in nicotine dependence from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and the Mayo Clinic. As a smoking cessation specialist, he has helped hundreds of people understand and overcome their addiction to nicotine.CONVENER: Harley Sears (816-221-9449 ) E-mail: hdsears@jinseicenter.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 4; 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM; Sec. B: 1 session; Saturday, February 18; 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM; MEETS: 930 Broadway, Ste. 106 KCMO; LIMIT: 8

#4316 Aherbal home remediesLearn what our grandmothers don’t teach us any more. Learn how to make poultices, compresses, soups and salves to facilitate your own healing. You will bring home an herbal salve and tea blend of your own making. There will be hands-on demon-strations and handouts. We will take a walk in the woods to identify medicinal and edible plants.CONVENER: Regina Compernolle (816-231-3416) CLASS FEE: $14 + $20 material fee = $29Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, April 22; 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Sacred Earth Arts, Convener will call with location (class located 15 minutes West of Downtown KCMO); LIMIT: 20

#4317 Aherbal Wine tastingJoin us as we explore the delicious world of herbal wine infusions. Learn to make beverages prized for their flavor and medicinal properties and taste them of course. Participants will help prepare sensational seasonal foods to compliment the wines.CONVENER: Regina Compernolle (816-231-3416) E-mail: reginacom@aol.com; Website: sacredeartharts.comCLASS FEE: $9 + $20 material fee = $29Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, April 22; 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Sacred Earth Arts, Convener will call with location (class located 15 minutes West of Downtown KCMO); LIMIT: 10

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Plaza Wellspring4901 Main Street

US Bank Building - Suite 400(one block south of Plaza Library)

816.931.6533

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Energy Healing

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#4401 A introduction to falun DafaFalun Dafa (or Falun Gong) is an advanced Qi Gong practice based on the universal principles of Truthfulness–Compassion–Forbearance. Falun Dafa helps improve the health of mind and body through four sets of exercises and meditation. Tens of millions of people from over 50 countries have obtained health benefits from the practice. Dr. Brian Kuang earned his Ph. D. in Physics from Kansas State University in 1997. He started to prac-tice Falun Gong in 1988. He now promotes Falun Dafa in the Greater Kansas City area.CONVENER: Brian J. Kuang (913-962-6382) E-mail: tianqin@everestkc.net Web site: www.falundafa.orgCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Sunday, April 2; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM; University Center, Alumni Room, 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 25

#4402 Aan introduction to awareness through movementMoshe Feldenkrais taught people to eliminate all superfluous effort in the body and mind so that they would not need to relax. Through the simple, slow movements of an Awareness Through Movement lesson, you can learn to be comfortable in your body, to let go of tension and be able to move with lightness and elegance. Gary has worked in the field of human services since 1976. He is cur-rently working as an RN and as a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner. Moving blankets will be provided or bring your own yoga mat and a sheet.CONVENER: Gary Mass (913-338-4990) E-mail: gtmmass2@yahoo.comCLASS FEE: $15Sec. A: 3 sessions; Saturdays, beginning February 18; 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM; Trails West Library, Rm. A, 11401 E. 23rd, Indepen-dence, MO; LIMIT: 20

#4404 AScoring runs and Bike events with racetrack SoftwareMr. Joline will set up three laptops on which he will enter contestants and calculate their results. No extra fees or material.CONVENER: Louis Joline (816-228-3842) E-mail: ljoline@aol.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Monday, January 23; 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM; Garry Gribble’s Running Sports, Ward Parkway Shopping Center, 8600 Ward Pkwy, KCMO ; LIMIT: 20

#4405 Atai Chi & Qi gong for healthTai Chi and Qi Gong are both ancient Chinese healing methods. Gentle and simple in nature, these exercises can help you enhance your cardiovascu-lar, respiratory and immune systems. This class will focus on improving your energy level and on the health aspects of Tai Chi.CONVENER: Mary Ann Sit (913-894-6165) E-mail: taichimasit@everestkc.netCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Tuesday, February 21; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; North Cross United Methodist Church, 1321 NE Vivion, KCMO (1 blk West of N. Troost, KCMO); LIMIT: 15

#4406 AJeans Don’t LiePilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs and a flat abdomen. It teaches body awareness, good posture and easy, graceful movement. Pilates improves flexibility, agility and economy of motion. Pilates makes your body stronger, longer and leaner. Because…we all know…our jeans don’t lie. Scott is a Stott Pilates ® trained instructor and a certified group fitness instructor through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and is a National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified Personal Trainer.CONVENER: Scott Lofquist (913-384-9450) E-mail: scott@kcnlp.com; Web site: www.wakeupandlivenow.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 4; 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Creative Body Balance Studio, 3928 West 69th Terr., (in Prairie Village Shopping Center) Prairie Village, KS; LIMIT: 15

#4407 Ateach Your Body to Burn fatYou will learn how you can lose weight perma-nently by altering your body’s metabolism through changing your diet and nutrition. We will touch on some of the other benefits you can receive by making a few changes. With these changes, you can expect to decrease the inflammation associated with arthritis, asthma, heart disease, stress and ac-celerated aging. With diet and supplement regimen, type 2 diabetes can not only be improved but often reversed. Carolyn is a practicing psychologist who has never lost her interest in diet and nutrition. She has spent a lifetime studying the ways in which we create good health with the diet we consume.CONVENER: Carolyn Schowengerdt E-mail: caralynnwr@juno.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, March 2; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Uni-versity Center, Rm. 146, 50th & Rockhill Rd., UMKC Campus, KCMO; LIMIT: 20

#4408 Apilates mat fundamentalsThis class will introduce students to the foundations of the Pilates mat repertoire. Modifications of the classical beginning exercise will be presented. Stu-dents will attain a better understanding of “Core” anatomy and its function in skeletal stabilization.CONVENER: Linda Putthoff E-mail: lputthoff@mail.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Monday, January 23; 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM; Plaza Bank Building, 4901 Main, 4th Floor, KCMO; LIMIT: 12

#4501 A or Bherbal Soap makingNatural Soaps made easy! In this class you will learn to select quality base soaps and hand mill them into custom herbal soaps (both bars and liq-uid) for gifts and your own personal needs. You’ll make and sample more than three of your own herbal soap blends. We will discuss the benefits of herbs in soaps and how to combine herbs with other natural ingredients to produce natural healing soaps. This is a hands on class! Bring $15 for soap making supplies and refreshments.CONVENER: Kimsé Fard (913-281-3848) E-mail: Kimse@InstituteOfLivingRight.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, February 18;Sec. B: 1 session; Saturday, May 20; MEETS: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Institute of Living Right, 641 Freeman Court, KCK; LIMIT: 15

#4502 A or Bherbal Beauty enhancers Beauty productsLearn to make natural beauty and bath products on which you would otherwise spend top dollar! You will make and take home scented lotions, a lip balm, bath salts, bath fizzes and receive instructions and view demonstrations on how to make many other products. These products will make wonder-ful holiday gifts, so plan ahead! Please bring $20 to class for supplies. Kimse and her husband own a Natural Living Company where they make 100% natural beauty and therapeutic products, including customized skin care and natural mineral cosmetics.CONVENER: Kimsé & Truth Fard (913-281-3848) E-mail: Kimse@InstituteOfLivingRight.comCLASS FEE: $9Sec. A: 1 session; Saturday, March 11;Sec. B: 1 session; Saturday, April 29;MEETS: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Institute of Living Right, 641 Freeman Court, KCK; LIMIT: 15

#4503 Anew Year, new You—an herbal Day SpaFeed your face – literally – with almonds, yogurt, and fruit! Prepare your own all natural facial products. Come to renew, refresh and pamper your beautiful skin!CONVENER: Rebecca Miller E-mail: hsenice@netscape.netCLASS FEE: $9 + $11 material fee = $20Sec. A: 1 session; Thursday, January 26; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; Whole Foods Market, 7401 W. 91st St., OPKS; LIMIT: 12

Fitness

Beauty

#4403 AStart running for fitness, fun & profitYou will walk and run a three mile course the first night. By the end of session ten you will be able to go five miles with only a few walk breaks. You will be fit, you will meet new friends, and you will be eligible to earn the big bucks running errands for home bound invalids, or carrying the mail in the downtown area. Your membership in the Kansas City Track Club ($15) provides you with week-end training opportunities and an invitation to the Wednesday Night Run and Potluck Supper, now in its 21st year.CONVENER: Louis Joline (816-228-3842) E-mail: ljoline@aol.comCLASS FEE: $16Sec. A: 10 sessions; Mondays, beginning January 23; 5:45 PM - 7:15 PM; Garry Gribble’s Running Sports, Ward Parkway Shop-ping Center, 8600 Ward Pkwy., KCMO; LIMIT: 35

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Wholistic Health Fair

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Sunday,October 23

11:00 AM - 6:00 PMUniversity Center,

• Walk the Labyrinth • Silent Auction • 22 Workshops• 60 Exhibitors

Call 816-235-1448 for booth rental

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Fair admission: FREE3 Workshops: $5