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Natural Awakenings Sponsors New Summit on Sustainability A
Naples premiere event, the Excel-Eration Summit, is de- signed to connect local businesses, potential investors and the community, with the goal of building a sustainable world. The summit will take place from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., May 24, showcasing businesses whose products, services and/or corporate culture adhere to the principles of business sustainability. Expert speakers will address the topics of sustainable development; social entre-
preneurship; clean energy and water; lifestyle; and sustainable consumer products. Mike Muskatt, the Naples store manager of Whole Foods, will discuss the company’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and share its history of helping start-up firms. In addition, select sustainable business entrepreneurs will showcase their companies to potential investors. Natural Awakenings magazine, which supports healthy living, promotes envi- ronmental responsibility and practices business sustainability, is one of the summit’s sponsors.
Fee: $90; includes lunch and afternoon tea. Location: Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N. For more info, call 941-893-0881 or visit Go-Beyond-
Network.com. See ad, page 40.
Yoga Workshop with Brahmadev at Unity in Bonita
Church of Bonita Springs. Brahmadev, who has dedicated his life to the study and teachings of this yoga style, has also published books on hatha yoga and was awarded the title of Sampooma Yoga archarya by his teacher, Shri Yogi Hari. Sampoorna, known as the yoga of fullness, teaches that health, peace and joy are already within every human being. The workshop, mixing both theory and practice, will focus on nada yoga—utilizing divine sound vibration to create an altered mind and encourage happiness—and gaining control of breath to increase energy and reduce stress. Eyes Wide Open, in Bonita Springs, offers innovative solutions to eat healthier,
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increase physical activity, reduce stress, make a transition in life or cultivate wellness via bodywork, family therapy, counseling and other services.
Fee: $65. Pre-register (required) by calling 239-948-9444. A few scholarships are available on first-come, first-served basis. Event location: 28285 Imperial Pkwy. Eyes Wide Open location: 9200 Bonita Beach Rd. Also visit
SilviaCasabianca.com.
Personalized Pet Service is Expanding L
239•465•6295 8 Collier/Lee Counties
swfl.naturalawakeningsmag.com
ovett’s Lovin’ Pet & Home Care, providing home and pet care in Southwest Florida for five years, is looking to expand by adding new VIP clients. Owner Melanie Lovett says that animals are her passion, and she loves to care for them when their owners are away. Older pets are no problem and Lovett is experienced in administering a variety of pet medications. She recommends and provides organic food and care whenever possible.
Providing home and pet care for Southwest Florida with dedication and attention to detail
Melanie Lovett - Owner
lovetslovincare@aol.com
For seasonal clients, Lovett maintains a detailed checklist that is completed once a week for home-sitting. Lovett’s Lovin’ is licensed, bonded and insured, and Lovett
yes Wide Open will present a Sampoorna Yoga workshop with Brahmadev, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 30, at Unity
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