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MONDAY


Chan (Zen) Meditation Classes – Learn from the Chan/Zen Masters of Linji/Rinzai tradition. Starting 5/14. Intermediate Class, 7:30-9:30 p.m. No fees. Donations welcome. No prior experience required. Visit at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568; Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston Back to the top of the page

Free, Women’s Health and Wellness Club. Come learn all of the newest advancements in health care: everything ranging from arthritis to anti-aging makeup. A different doctor will speak on the latest health care concerns each month. Meeting will be held the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Cinco Ranch Library (mtg room one) Grand Pkwy and Cinco Ranch. For more information please call Dr. Zummo 281-599-1800.Back to the top of the page

Mindfulness and Insight with Mary Rees author of Being Prayer — Transforming Consciousness and Going Beyond What You Believe to be True. Courses for contacting wisdom and fostering wholesome qualities of heart and mind. These courses meet one Monday night a month – suggested donation $10-$20. For more information see Mary’s website, www.citta101.org. If you do not have any experience in mindfulness meditation, please take a course first. We offer scheduled public courses and retreats (see www.meditationhouston.org – current course August 24 & 25). Contact us for an introduction to practice at www.meditationhouston.org/contactus.htm; or work with the CD, Going Beyond-First Steps, available online at www.citta101.org/nutshell/; or apply for private instruction with Mary. Contact Mary at 713-662-2743 or mary@citta101.org.Back to the top of the page

Nia, Aero-Latin Dance Fitness, and Rosen Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 6 a.m., Nia 9:15 a.m., Rosen 10:30 a.m., Nia for Beginners 5:15 p.m., Nia 6:20 p.m. and Aero-Latin Dance Fitness 7:30 p.m. (First-time Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes, $15/class, $40/4 classes, $85 unlimited 30 days, Rosen has class packages available) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

UFO Meeting – Every second Monday. 7-9 p.m. 780 W. Bay Area (Terrace Retirement Homes by Zio’s Italian Restaurant); Videos from James Gilliland ranch of landing ships in Washington. Info page Gail, 713-761-1123.Back to the top of the page

Yoga at the Bay Area Community Center with Jo Howard – Ms. Howard has been doing yoga for over 40 years and is a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. 3-4:20 p.m. Free for those 50+ and only $5 for everyone else. Bay Area Community Center, 5002 NASA Road 1. Call Elizabeth for details 281-326-2955. Sponsored by Texas Health Spring.Back to the top of the page

TUESDAY

Dr. Brett’s DCH, Clinical Hypnosis - Stop Smoking - Group Sessions - first Tuesday of the month, every month. Must RSVP. Clinic: 281-326-4980, $75. Only one session needed to eliminate the habit. The group sessions are held at the Back-and-Neck Pain Relief Clinic located at 3140 NASA Road 1, Seabrook, TX 77586. Call for reservations soon as the sessions fill up quickly.Back to the top of the page

Dowsing Group Meeting – 7 - 9 p.m. Every second Tuesday the Lone Star Chapter of the American Society of Dowsers meets at Central Market (Westheimer and Weslayan), upstairs in Community Room. For info page Gail at 713-761-1123.Back to the top of the page

Memorial Area Gentle/Chair Yoga – 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Only $5 per class. Great class for beginners, seniors, and those wanting a gentle class. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ted Hammond Memorial Youth Building, St. Francis Episcopal Church, 345 Piney Point. Details: call Patricia Hill at 713-974-5107 or email patriciahi@sbcglobal.net.Back to the top of the page

Nia, Pilates, Yoga and Aikido Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 8:15 a.m., Intermediate Yoga 4 p.m., Mat Pilates 5:15 p.m., Nia 6:20 p.m., Aikido 7:20 p.m. (First-time Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes, $15/class, $40 4/ classes, $85 unlimited 30 days) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

WEDNESDAY

Central City Co-op and Partner Co-ops are happening all over Houston every Wednesday & Saturday. Central City’s main location at 2115 Taft St. (in the Montrose) is open on Wednesday from 9 - 6:30 p.m. & is committed to providing the best organic produce available, from local & national suppliers. We also provide lots of other organic items from almonds to zucchini cookies. Taft St. Co-op is also located at 2115 Taft St. & is open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More details at www.centralcityco-op.org.Back to the top of the page

Chan (Zen) Meditation Classes – Learn from the Chan/Zen Masters of Linji/Rinzai tradition. Starting 5/16. Beginners Class, 10 a.m - noon, and 7:30-9:30 p.m. No fees. Donations welcome. No prior experience required. Visit at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568; Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Developing Your Healing Abilities - Everyone has innate abilities to heal! This informal class is open to all who want to reduce difficulty and increase bliss in their lives and in the lives of those around them. 10-11:30 a.m. A.R.E. Center
(Edgar Cayce Research), 7800 Amelia, Houston. Call 713-397-7717. Additional Info: www.shamanstuff.com, www.mbtherapy.com.Back to the top of the page

Guided Meditation - 6 p.m. Love offering appreciated. 2nd Wednesday of every month at Metaphysical Matrix, 2727 Fondren, #5M, 713-780-9995.Back to the top of the page

Heart Rhythm Practice & Meditation – Improve your stress management, become more centered in your heart, & increase your sense of wholeness, wellness & intuition through simple breathing practices & gentle movements for a warm up. 6:30- 8:15 p.m. $10/class, first class free. First Unitarian Universalist Church, Southmore at Fannin just north of the Museum District.
Contact rhythmeditation@aol.com or call 281-733-9719.Back to the top of the page

Nia, Yoga, Aero-Latin Dance Latin Fitness, T-Tapp and Belly Dance Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 6 a.m. Aero-Latin Dance Fitness 7:00 a.m. All Levels Yoga 8 a.m., Nia 9:15 a.m., Nia 5:15 p.m., T-Tapp 6:30 p.m. Beginner Belly Dance 7:45 p.m, Intermediate Belly Dance 8:45 p.m. $15 (First-time Houston area students (not T-Tapp or Belly Dance) receive 2 weeks of free classes.) $15/class, $40/4 classes, $85 unlimited 30 days) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave.,
713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

Support Group and Healing Practice – Bring your aches, pains, discomforts and distress to this session. Everyone will practice hands-on healing and have the opportunity to experience it. 12:30-2 p.m. A.R.E. Center (Edgar Cayce Research), 7800 Amelia, Houston, 713-397-7717 additional info: www.shamanstuff.com, www.mbtherapy.com.Back to the top of the page

Watercolor Painting Classes – taught by artist Ann Bell in her studio in Midtown. Quiet, nurturing atmosphere. Individual attention. Private lessons available. Small group class meets from 1-3 p.m. Beginner and intermediate levels. $120 for 4 consecutive classes. See Ann’s art at www.annbell.net and call 281-330-3827 for information and registration.Back to the top of the page

Women with Cancer Support Group - This group is open to women of any age with a diagnosis of cancer. Wednesdays from 12 - 1:30 p.m. Free. 3131 Eastside, Suite 435 Houston 77098 (Greenway Plaza Area) 6. 713-520-9873 (Cancer Counseling, Inc. Main #, for registration).Back to the top of the page

Yoga at the Bay Area Community Center with Jo Howard. See Monday for details.Back to the top of the page

THURSDAY

Apprenticeship Program – A.R.E. Center. Apprentices learn to facilitate healing for themselves and others. This involves hands-on practice, helping with sessions and assisting with workshops and classes. Apprentices also learn introspection, working with their own personal habits towards their highest good. Apprentice Class is held every Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the A.R.E. Center at 7800 Amelia in Houston. Those who declare apprenticeship attend this weekly class and enjoy the support and love of this shamanic community of talented healers. Topics are constantly changing to accommodate the needs of the class. Call 713-397-7717, additional info: www.shamanstuff.com; www.mbtherapy.com.Back to the top of the page

Chan (Zen) Meditation Classes – Learn from the Chan/Zen Masters of Linji/Rinzai tradition; Advanced Classes, 7:30- 9:30 p.m., starting 5/17. No fees. Donations welcome. 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568; Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Memorial Area Gentle/Chair Yoga – see Tuesday for details.Back to the top of the page

Nia, Yoga 101, Feldenkrais, Pilates and ZUMBA Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 8:15 a.m., Yoga 101 9:30 a.m. Feldenkrais 11:15 a.m., Intermediate Yoga 4 p.m., Mat Pilates 5:15 p.m., Nia 6:20 p.m. and ZUMBA 7:30 p.m. (First-time Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes.) $15/class, $40/4 classes, $85 unlimited 30 days, Feldenkrais $20/class) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

Ongoing Tai Chi for beginners. Strengthen the Body, 7-8 p.m. With martial arts teacher Sifu Dale Napier at CenterPoint, 1920 Hollister, 713-932-7224.Back to the top of the page

FRIDAY

Chan (Zen) Meditation Classes – Starting 5/18, Learn from the Chan/Zen Masters of Linji/Rinzai tradition. Youth Classes, No fees, donations welcome. No prior experience required. Ages 8 to 16, with a commitment and desire to learn. Parents must participate and volunteer in the class. 7-9 p.m. Visit at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568;
Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Nia, Yoga and Aero-Latin Dance Fitness Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Forrest Intermediate Yoga 8 a.m., Nia 9:15 a.m. Aero-Latin Dance Fitness 5:15 p.m. (First-time Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes, $15/class, $40/4 classes, $85 unlimited 30 days) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

SATURDAY

Chan (Zen) Meditation Classes – Starting 5/19. Learn from the Chan/Zen Masters of Linji/Rinzai tradition. Beginners Class 10 a.m.-noon. No fees. Donations welcome. No prior experience required. Visit at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568, Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Mandarin Learning Class - No prior experience required. Starting 5/19, 1:30-3:30 p.m. No fees. Donations welcome. Visit Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568, Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Foot Reflexology with Deborah Lane – Tranquil Thymes in Old Town Spring, 240-A Noble St., Spring, TX. Call for appointment. Walk-ins welcome, 281-528-9419, www.TranquilThymes.com.Back to the top of the page

Nia and Yoga Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 8:15 a.m., Nia Express 9:20 a.m., Intermediate Yoga 10:15 a.m. (Firsttime Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes, $15/class, $40/4 classes, $85 unlimited 30 days.) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

Psychic Fair - Readings are $15 for 15 mins. $20 for aura photos and fractal portraits. Third Saturday of every month. 12 to 6 p.m. Metaphysical Matrix, 2727 Fondren, #5M, 713-780-9995.Back to the top of the page

Yeast Overgrowth and Weight Loss – 3rd Saturdays, noon-4:30 p.m., 1920 Hollister Rd. CenterPoint. Consultations on yeast overgrowth, weight loss and returning the body to a state of health through nutrition and detoxification.
Appointments required. Call LaZelle Blue at 281-440-3136 or email LBnutritionist@houston.rr.com,http://sugaraddictions. com, www.liveearth.net/lazelle.Back to the top of the page

SUNDAY

Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Learn to look within for answers to your deepest spiritual questions. All events from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1st and 4th Sundays: Worship Services. 2nd Sunday: Book Discussion –. of a book by Harold Klemp, spiritual leader of Eckankar. 3rd Sunday: Video and Discussion of National talks by Harold Klemp, also Texas Regional Seminar in San Antonio. Presented by the Texas Satsang Society, Inc. a Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar. Houston Eckankar Center, 11231 Richmond Ave. Suite D-106. 281-759-1130. www.eckankar-texas.org.Back to the top of the page

Houston Community ~ Ecstatic Dance www.ecstaticdancehouston.com. Awaken the Soul, Enliven the Spirit, and Activate the Body in this Free-Syle Community Dance! Imagine great music and wonderful people of ALL AGES, dancing for freedom, fun and creative expression in a sacred and safe, smoke and alcohol free, nonverbal space! Beginning November 5, Sunday mornings 10-12 noon - weekly, at “Planet Funk” 5731 Logan Ln., Houston 77007 (So. of Memorial Dr. at Wescott, between Shepherd and 610 W). Contact: SunShine 281-748-8080, www.ecstaticdancehouston.com.Back to the top of the page

Introduction to Meditation at Dawn Mountain – Introductory meditation for calming and settling the mind and opening to a more spiritually centered experience. 11-12 noon. Dawn Mountain, Tibetan Temple, 1925 B Richmond Ave., Houston 77098, 713-630-0354. This is free and open to the public and donations are always welcome. Please visit our website for events, workshops, announcements of lama visits. www.dawnmountain.org.Back to the top of the page

Nia and Beginner Belly Dance Classes at NiaMoves. Nia is a Mind-Body-Spirit Fitness Program which combines martial, dance and healing arts for all persons of all fitness levels; Nia 8:15 a.m. Belly Dance 6:30 p.m. (First-time
Houston area students receive 2 weeks of free classes, $15/class, $40 4/classes, $85 unlimited 30 days) NiaMoves in the Heights, 3221 Houston Ave., 713-864-4260, www.niamoves.com.Back to the top of the page

The Year of Chinese Medicine Seminar Series - 6–8 p.m. Chris Axelrad, local acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist, and Master of Medical Qigong. Last Sunday of the month. For information on location and to register, visit www.axelradclinic.com or send an email to Valarie Herrera, Patient Coordinator for the clinic, at frontdesk@axelradclinic.com.Back to the top of the page

Sunday Morning Chan Practice – Includes chanting mediation, and Dharma discussion. All are welcome to participate. 10:30-12 noon. No fees, donations welcome. No prior experience required. Visit us at 12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072, 281-568-1568, Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.Back to the top of the page

Unity Church of Practical Christianity – Sunday Services 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Pipers Meadow Community Center, 12590 Pipers View Drive, Webster, TX, 281-554-7420, www.unitychurch.info.Back to the top of the page