June
2010

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Relay for Life
June 18-19, 2010
Richland Township Park
Richland, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

Kellogg’s Cereal City Classic
June 12, 2010
Battle Creek, MI
10k & 5k Run, 5k Walk
ymcabattlecreek.org

Relay for Life
June 12 -13, 2010
Bangor High, Bangor, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

Kalamazoo Kids’ Klassic
June 18, 2010
Kalamazoo, MI
1k Fun Run
gazellesports.com

National 24-Hour Challenge
June 19, 2010
Middleville, MI
126.7mi Bike, 23.7mi Bike
n24hc.org

Kalamazoo Klassic
June 19, 2010
Kalamazoo, MI
10k Run, 5k Run, 5k Walk
kalamazooklassic.com

Relay for Life
June 19-20, 2010
Fennville High School
Fennville, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

Cheetah Chase
June 26, 2010
Battle Creek, MI
5k Run, 5k Walk, 1mi Fun Run
binderparkzoo.org

Relay for Life
June 25-26, 2010
Three Rivers High School
Three Rivers, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

Relay for Life
June 25-26, 2010
Calhoun County Fairgrounds
Marshall, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

Relay for Life
June 26-27, 2010
Schoolcraft High School
Schoolcraft, MI
(800) 227-2345
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/

FREE EVENTS
Jun 2 & 16
Massage as a Profession Workshop
6 - 8 p.m.
6350 W. KL Ave., Kalamazoo
www.kcha.com
269-373-0910
FREE

Learn about the realities and rewards of the massage therapy profession by attending this free workshop. Registration preferred.

Jun 23
Indoor Labyrinth Walk
6 pm - 8 pm
Parish Church of Christ the King, Texas Dr. & 8th St. Kalamazoo
www.parishchurch.org
(269)344-1500
Free

A circular path for prayer & meditation open to people of all faith traditions. Orientation is offered to first time walkers.

WALKS & RACES

Saturdays, 9 a.m.
Asylum Lake Ramble
Nature Walks with Kalamazoo Valley Walkers (KVW)
More details at
Meetup.com search for
"Kazoo Walkers"

Yoga on Tuesdays,
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Kalamazoo Center for the Healing Arts, 6350 W. KL Ave., Kalamazoo
www.kcha.com
269-373-0910
$60 for 6 weeks or $12 for drop-ins

Certified yoga instructor, Gina Greene. This is an on-going class that is easy to join.

Yoga Classes in Battle Creek
* Gentle Yoga , Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:30-11:45 AM
*Relax After Work, Mondays, 6:00-7:00 PM (New time & day)
*Mixed Levels Yoga, Saturdays, 9-10:15 AM

Location: Holistic Health Center, 181 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI
Fee: $5.00 per drop-in class session.

Drop in and explore peaceful stretching, Hatha yoga postures, breath work, relaxation and meditation.

Farmers' Markets
100-Mile Farmers Market, Wednesdays from 3 p.m.-7 p.m. at the corner of Burdick and Cedar next to the Peoples Food Coop.

Borgess Medical Center Farmers' Market, Kalamazoo - 4th Friday of each Month.

Fresh on Q, Texas Township - Saturdays.
Kalamazoo Farmer's Market, Saturday May 1 - Nov 20. The market participates in Project Fresh, WIC and EBT programs. Located at 1204 Bank Street, between Lake Street & Stockbridge Avenue off Portage Rd.

Plainwell Farmer's Market, Plainwell - Fridays (Starting June 4th)

Richland Farmers Market, May 19 - Oct on Wednesdays from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Richland Community Center on CD Ave (turn at the Post Office).

June Skin Care Specials
Great Lakes Plastic & Hand Surgery SKIN & LASER CENTER:
- Underarm Laser Hair Removal - $50
- Laser Leg Veins - buy 1, get 1 free
- Laser Nasal Veins - $50 (includes 1 free follow up)
- Microdermabrasion/Chemical Peel Combo - $95 (save $105)
- Obagi CRX Starter Kit - $250 (regularly $320)

Available at Great Lakes Plastic and Hand Surgery's two locations:
7971 Moorsbridge Road, Portage, MI 49024 269-329-2900
3600 Capital Ave, SW, #205, Battle Creek, MI 49015 269-979-0900

Saturdays, Sitting Meditation
8:00 -8:55 a.m.
Holistic Health Center, 181 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017
rporter50@comcast.net or 269-963-0932
$5.00 donation.

Meditation will be divided into four 10-15 minute intervals of silence. interspersed with short contemplative reading, vocal or instrumental sound. Yoga props & chairs available.

June 2 and 28, Tarot Classes
June 2, Wednesday,
Intermediate Tarot
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
$10

June 28, Monday
Beginning Tarot
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$10
A refresher in the basic symbols of the Tarot

Unwindings, 5464 Holiday Terrace, Kalamazoo
www.unwindings.com (269)353-8821

June 5, Intuitive Message Circle

12pm to 2pm
3217 Greenleaf Blvd., Kalamazoo, MI 49080
www.robinwhitaker.com / 296.377.1304
Investment: Open Contribution

Within a group setting, Rev. Robin Whitaker will share intuitive insight and channeled messages that are offered by the partipants' guides, angels, ancestors, Higher Self and /or Soul in order to inspire and support the actualization of the greatest good of all.

June 6, Viewing of Film: "Jesus In India"

11:00 a.m. - 12: 30 p.m., followed by a vegetarian potluck, please bring a dish to share.
Sambodh Center: 6363 N. 24th Street, Kzo, MI 49004
http://www.sambodh.us/mi10.htm
Fee: Donation Basis

This 2008 documentary presents the most recent attempt to reconstruct Jesus' "lost years." Scholars & authorities lend credence & depth to an ancient Himalayan manuscript.

June 12, Energy Clinic
12pm to 2pm
3217 Greenleaf Blvd., Kalamazoo, MI
www.robinwhitaker.com / 269-377-1304
Investment: Open Contribution

Explore, bless, heal and revitalize your energy anatomy with the power of Reiki, yoga, breathwork and guided meditation. Everyone is welcome.

June 19, Guided Meditation Journeywork
12 pm to 2 pm
3217 Greenleaf Blvd., Kalamazoo, MI
www.robinwhitaker.com / 269.377.1304
Investment: Open Contribution

Within the integral and generative reality of the soul, we will explore and experinece our relationship with the sacred interconnectedness of all life.

June 25 & 26, Integrative Breathwork Workshops
Jun 25, 7 pm - 9 pm, $30
Jun 26, 10 am - 6 pm, $80
A musical journey for insight, emotional healing & creativity. Can assist with life changes, grief/loss, job stress/burnout, trauma/abuse, depression/addictions. Pre-registration is needed.

Unwindings, 5464 Holiday Terrace, Kalamazoo
www.adamczassociates.com / (269)388-2988

June 26, Mystic "U"
12pm to 2pm
3217 Greenleaf Blvd., Kalamazoo, MI
www.robinwhitaker.com / 269.377.1304
Investment: Open Contribution

~Esoteric Explorations to Enlighten & Empower~ A study into the significance of the signs and symbols active within our daytime and dreamtime experiences

Jun 26, Exploring Meditation:
A One-Day Retreat and Workshop
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sambodh Center, 6363 N. 24th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49004
http://www.sambodh.us/mi10.htm / (269) 492-0544
Fee: $50, vegetarian lunch included.

Develop & enhance your meditation practice for Self-integration & awakening your creative potential; Achieve Self-abidance amidst daily challenge; Practical guidance for beginning/experienced mediators.

Jun 28, Understanding Astrology
7 pm - 9 pm
Unwindings, 5464 Holiday Terrace, Kalamazoo
www.unwindings.com (269)353-8821
$10

Can join at any time.



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