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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Jun 30, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

Celebrate the joys of July in Chicago and the Midwest with this inspiring editor’s message on summer abundance, outdoor wellness, local food, and community connection. Discover seasonal highlights, farmers markets, gardening, Indiana Dunes adventures, and simple ways to embrace nature, mindfulness, and the vibrant spirit of summer living.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

May 29, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

June Publisher Letter from Natural Awakenings Chicago, Illinois celebrates the start of summer with reflections on outdoor memories, wellness themes, and seasonal features including men’s health, farmers markets, gardening, and outdoor living. Explore vitality, nature connection, and community insights while welcoming longer days and the beauty of the solstice season.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Apr 30, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

Celebrate the scents and renewal of spring while exploring women’s wellness, gratitude, herbal rituals and emerging therapies. Discover seasonal foods, birdwatching benefits and eco-friendly practices like rain gardens. This May issue highlights simple ways to reconnect with nature, restore balance and embrace vitality through mindful, everyday living.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Mar 31, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

Experience the signs of spring and Earth Month through community, sustainability and seasonal living. This Letter from the Publisher highlights bird migration, local food, wellness and environmental stewardship, encouraging readers to reconnect with nature, support local ecosystems and embrace collective action for a healthier, more resilient and sustainable way of life.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Feb 27, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

Celebrate spring renewal in Natural Awakenings Chicago with our March “Nourish and Flourish” issue. Explore anti-inflammatory diets, stress-free fitness, fiber-rich recipes, juicing, urban stargazing near Palos Preserves and seasonal wellness inspiration to support whole-body health, nutrition and connection to nature in Chicago, IL.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Jan 31, 2026 ● By Peggy Malecki

Discover ways to nurture your heart this February in Chicago with Natural Awakenings. Explore practical tips for heart health, seasonal self-care, integrative nutrition, and mindful moments. From winter birdwatching to local gardens and wholesome foods, embrace small, meaningful choices that support well-being and celebrate the quiet joys of the season.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Welcome the New Year with reflections on winter’s quiet beauty, whole-person wellness and community connection in this January Letter from the Publisher of Natural Awakenings Chicago.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Peggy reflects on joy in everyday moments and invites readers to explore local stories, events and resources in this December issue.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Letter from the Publisher

Sep 29, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Step into October with Natural Awakenings Chicago’s 15th anniversary issue. Explore autumn’s soundscape, brain health insights, resistance training for women, seasonal farmers market bounty, and roasted Brussels sprouts recipes. Celebrate community, local nature, and mindful living while honoring the rhythms of fall and the vitality that grows with each season.

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Peggy Malecki
Letter from the Publisher

Sep 02, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Celebrate the bounty of September at Chicago-area farmers markets with plums, pears, and grapes at their peak. From traditional plum kuchen to local food, yoga, and nature features, Natural Awakenings highlights seasonal balance, gut vitality, and community wellness for a nourishing transition into autumn.

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Peggy Malecki
Letter from the Publisher

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Celebrate the vibrant peak of summer with Natural Awakenings Chicago’s August issue, featuring local farmers markets, seasonal wellness tips, and nature-inspired living to help you reconnect with community and self. From mindful home design to the ecological power of bison and the healing rhythm of sound, discover how small, intentional choices can nourish a more authentic and sustainable lifestyle.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher Letter July 2025

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

July invites us to savor life’s simple pleasures—apple pie, local adventures, buzzing bees, fresh markets and twilight walks. Here’s to slow days, sunshine and memories in the making.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher Letter June 25

May 30, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Summer awakens joy in the Midwest—longer days, outdoor fun, fresh starts. June invites renewal, self-care, and community. Embrace wellness, connection, and the beauty of being present.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher Letter May 25

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

May brings peak bird migration, women’s wellness insights, and spring’s full bloom—inviting us to embrace nature, support birds, and honor the strength and vitality of women’s health.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher Letter April 25

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

Spring’s arrival brings blooming flowers, migrating birds, and Earth Day inspiration. Embrace nature, sustainable habits, and seasonal delights while enjoying the beauty of April!

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher's Letter March 2025

Feb 28, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

With the spring equinox near, signs of spring are emerging in Chicago! Birds, budding trees, and early flowers greet us. March also celebrates National Nutrition Month—explore personalized wellness!

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher's Letter

Jan 31, 2025 ● By Peggy Malecki

February brings stunning sunsets and vibrant cardinals, signaling the transition to spring. This issue focuses on heart health, winter birdwatching, and seasonal wellness, plus nourishing recipes.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher’s Letter

Dec 31, 2024 ● By Peggy Malecki

As we transition into a new year, let the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv—“open-air living”—inspire you to embrace winter's beauty outdoors and discover Chicagoland's nature treasures.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher’s Letter

Dec 01, 2024 ● By Peggy Malecki

As the year ends, I heard the bugle of sandhill cranes migrating early, a reminder of seasonal beauty. This month, embrace self-care, thoughtful gifts, and nature’s wonders to inspire peace and joy.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago
Publisher’s Letter

Oct 31, 2024 ● By Peggy Malecki

Chicago's autumn hues fade into browns, inviting reflection and gratitude. Natural Awakenings Chicago explores wellness, aging, and mindful gratitude, alongside recipes for hearty soups.

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Juy 2026 Issue - Good Vibes, Great Outdoors

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Natural Awakenings Chicago July 2026 magazine cover featuring fresh strawberries with the headline “Good Vibes, Great Outdoors” and stories on outdoor wellness, pickleball fitness, vibrant summer salads, sustainable backyard water features and exploring Indiana Dunes.
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