letterfrompublishers
Hurray for May! Morning walks
are so enjoyable this time of year.
The air is a bit crisp yet the sun
warms my face as I greet each new
day. I love opening the windows
and smelling the fresh air as it
filters through the house. I believe
mother-nature is in perfect bal-
cONtAct US ance, and every spring she offers us
Dana Marilee
colorful and fragrant examples of
how change is an exciting gift and
Publishers
growth is part of life. I take notice
Dana Boulanger each day and give thanks for her many natural lessons.
Marilee Burrell May is the month when Natural Awakenings focuses our attention on women.
Do you know some joyous women who are passionate about their lives? Leader’s in
Editors
their community? We found several from our area who are following their passions
Marilee Burrell
and making a difference. We salute these women leaders who are walking their
Kim Childs
talk in our feature article, “Westchester Women Making a Difference,” on page 27.
Patricia Horan
After reading their stories, I think you’ll be inspired to live life with more passion.
Spring cleaning is about more than windows and flower beds. What about
Design & Production
our bodies? Cleansing programs and colonics have become common practices, yet
Marilee Burrell
there are many who shy away because they aren’t quite sure what to expect. Our
story on page 22, will help you understand more about the health benefits and
Sales and Marketing Director
Dana Boulanger
importance of a clean colon. We’ve also interviewed several local colon hydro-
therapy professionals who tell us that the procedure is safe and even relaxing. After
reading, you may want to add colonics to your own spring cleaning list.
To contact Natural Awakenings Our health depends on clearing toxins and heavy metals from our bodies,
Westchester/Putnam Counties:
according to Dr. John Foley. We had the pleasure of interviewing this Westches-
Natural Awakenings
ter native, who helps many find answers to their health questions naturally. His
PO Box 313
passion for discovering the root of health issues allows him to fold back layers of
Lincolndale, NY 10540-0313
unanswered questions for his patients. Two weeks ago, my lower back was aching
Phone: 914.617.8750
and I went to see Dr. John. Much to my surprise, he discovered I was loaded with
WPCEditor@naturalawakeningsmag.com
formaldehyde! Well, that explained the headache and foggy brain feeling I had
DanaB@naturalawakeningsmag.com after the new couch arrived. Thank you, Dr. John, for finding answers that allow me
www.WakeUpNaturally.com
to bring my body back to health. Find out more on page 16.
The outdoor Farmer’s Markets are starting up now and there are lots of great
events planned. Natural Awakenings plans to be at many happenings this month,
© 2009 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved.
beginning with the Spring Health and Fitness Fest at the Jefferson Valley Mall on
Although some parts of this publication may be repro- Saturday, May 2. Later, we’ll ROCK all day on Saturday, May 16, when Mama-
duced and reprinted, we require that prior permission
palooza takes over the Kensico Dam in Valhalla. We’re also excited to hear one of
be obtained in writing.
our featured women leaders speak about the environment at this month’s Natural
Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed lo-
cally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available
Network Night on Wednesday, May 27, at Wainwright House. I hope you will
in selected stores, health and education centers, healing
come—we love meeting our readers and hearing feedback. So don’t be shy. Stop by
centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are
generally seen. Please call for a location near you or if you
an event or e-mail us.
would like copies placed at your business.
Finally, this month we’re introducing a fun way for fans of the magazine to let
We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in others know about Natural Awakenings through a web-based referral system called
the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible
iRefer. Now you can refer your favorite natural businesses and health care practitio-
for the products and services advertised. We welcome
your ideas, articles and feedback. ners to us at ireferonline.com/wakeupnaturally. They’ll receive a discount coupon
towards advertising, to use if they choose, delivered to their inbox. Thank you in
SUBSCRIPTIONS
advance for your support!
Subscriptions are available for $24 (for 12 issues). Please
call 914.617.8750 with credit card information.
Live your life with passion,
Natural Awakenings
encourages you to share your
your copies and then recyle.


Westchester/Putnam CountiesWestchester/Putnam Counties
Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48