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Dig Into Spring at Possibility Place Nursery

Mar 31, 2025

Possibility Place Nursery's retail store opens April 1 at 7548 W Monee-Manhattan Rd, Monee. Shop native trees, shrubs & perennials. Online store open year-round. Details: 708-534-3988, PossibilityPlace.com

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Transform Your Space While Supporting a Local Cause

Mar 31, 2025

Allume Foundation offers organizing & home services to create peaceful spaces. Proceeds support a schoolhouse renovation near Starved Rock. Free consults! Call 847-989-5721 for details.

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Neuro-Emotional Technique: A Mind-Body Approach to Resolving Stress Reactions

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Teri Calandra

Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET) helps resolve stress patterns causing anxiety, pain, and more. Available at Calandra Center for Health & Wellness, Schaumburg. Call 312-796-3965 or visit CalandraAcupuncture.com.

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Heaven Meets Earth Wellness Retreats in Wisconsin and Michigan

Mar 31, 2025

Heaven Meets Earth Yoga offers three transformative retreats: Pure Bliss (April 25-27), Inner Peace (June 29-July 2), and Sacred Connections (August 8-11). For details, visit HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

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How to Create Colorful and Edible Spring Gardens and Containers

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Melinda Myers

Welcome spring with colorful flowers like pansies and snapdragons, plus cool-season veggies. Add structure with kale, chard, and edible blooms. Spring shrubs, trees, and evergreens enhance beauty.

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Nature Immersion: The Healing Power of Wilderness

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Ellen Dee Davidson

Spending time in nature boosts mood, lowers stress, enhances creativity, and strengthens immunity. Forests, rivers, and mindful outdoor activities promote balance, well-being, and inner peace.

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The Agape House Now Open in Chicagoland

Mar 31, 2025

The Agape House, a holistic healing center in St. Charles, offers reiki, intuitive readings, tarot, and sound baths. Owner Tina McDonald integrates various healing modalities to foster well-being.

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Immerse in Unity at Oneness Fest 2025

Feb 28, 2025

Join Oneness Fest 2025, June 20–22 at Good Templar Park, Geneva, for 150+ workshops, yoga, music, and more. Natural Awakenings readers get 22% off tickets. Info: AwakeOnenessTribe.org.

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The Great Ascent: College Students Take Climbing to New Heights

Feb 28, 2025 ● By Chloe Karydes Krecun

Rock climbing has gained popularity, especially among college students, due to Olympic exposure and growing gym presence. It offers fitness, community, and stress relief.

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Explore Holistic Health and Metaphysical Insights at Local Expos

Feb 28, 2025

The Holistic Health Fair hosts expos on March 30 (Rockford), May 4 (Northbrook), and July 27 (Naperville), featuring 75+ vendors and wellness talks. Info: HolisticHealthFair.org. Tickets: $5 online.

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Find Balance and Purpose with Roy Colver’s Harmony Hustle

Feb 28, 2025

Marine vet Roy Colver shares his journey in Harmony Hustle, blending military lessons with personal growth, mindfulness, and self-care. Info: RoyColver.com. Men’s group: Meetup.com/the-awakening-mens-group.

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Deepen Your Practice at the IAM-35 Meditation Retreat

Feb 28, 2025

The MA Center Chicago hosts a free IAM-35 Meditation Retreat March 21–23, teaching Amma’s meditation technique. Info & registration: [email protected] or us.Amma.org/iam.

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Experience Holistic Beauty and Wellness at Ash & Willow Eco Salon Locations

Feb 28, 2025

Ash & Willow Eco Salons in Park Ridge & Barrington offer eco-conscious beauty, wellness & events. The Nest in Park Ridge hosts healing services, sound baths & workshops. Info: AshWillowSalon.com.

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Embark on a Vibrant Journey at The Orchid Show: India Blooms

Feb 28, 2025

The Orchid Show: India Blooms at Chicago Botanic Garden through March 23. See 10,000+ orchids, cultural displays, Holi hues & more. Orchids After Hours offers evenings with cocktails.

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Explore Wellness Trends at Schaumburg’s Healthy Living Expo

Feb 28, 2025

The 4th annual Wellness Trends Healthy Living Expo will be held March 22-23 at Embassy Suites, Schaumburg. Explore holistic health, eco-friendly products, and attend expert-led seminars.

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Unlock the Secrets to Manifesting Desires

Jan 31, 2025

Join Henrietta Atkin's four-session virtual class, Manifesting With Your Heart, Feb. 3–Mar. 17, 7–9 p.m. Learn to align heart and spirit for $90. Details: HolisticCenterChicago.com.

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Winter Gull Watching Affords Glimpses of Rare Beauties From Up North

Jan 31, 2025 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Gulls, resilient and diverse, thrive in Illinois with 22 species, including rare winter visitors. Expert Amar Ayyash highlights hotspots like Montrose Harbor and the annual Gull Frolic. Visit IllinoisBirds.org.

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Inspire Yoga and Wellness

Jan 31, 2025

Inspire Yoga & Wellness combines Kundalini yoga, detox programs, and modern therapies to foster physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. They plan to expand with workshops, retreats, and virtual programs.

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Best Prep for Pregnancy Online Event and Expo Offers Fertility Guidance

Jan 31, 2025

Best Prep for Pregnancy is a five-day online event from March 25-29, featuring over 30 experts on fertility, IVF, and egg freezing. Learn holistic approaches to fertility from leading specialists. Register at BestPrep4Pregnancy.com

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Explore Health and Sustainability at the Wellness Trends Expo in Schaumburg

Jan 31, 2025

The Wellness Trends Healthy Living Expo returns March 22-23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., at Embassy Suites, Schaumburg. Explore wellness trends, eco-friendly products, and expert-led seminars. Call 773-339-2928.

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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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