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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 Cross-Country Skiing Basics – 6:30-7:30pm. Free your heel and your mind will follow. Experts share information and tips for getting into cross-country skiing. They will discuss the fundamental differ- ences between backcountry, telemarking and touring style skiing. In addition, the class will cover proper clothing and info on where and how to get started in this fun winter activity. Free. Bloomington REI, 750 W American Blvd, Bloomington. 952-884- 4315. REI.com.


THURSDAY, JANUARY 3


Eating Right in the New Year – 6-8pm. The holi- days are a delicious marathon of eating, drinking and making merry. After a month of cocktails and cook- ies, it sure is nice to see a vegetable. This class is a way to get on track with wonderful, healthy, nutrient dense foods; to try new ingredients and techniques; to flavor without excess salt, fat, or sugar; plus lots of other tips and tricks. Hands on opportunities as desired. Come hungry. $15. RSVP. Whole Foods, Cooking Classroom, 3060 Excelsior Blvd, Minne- apolis. 612-927-8141. WholeFoods.com.


Sketch Night: Texture – 6:30-8:30pm. An eve- ning of art with a focus on the enormous variety of textures found in the natural world – from downy feathers to hard scales. Special guest artist Sam Hiti, a talented graphic novelist who specializes in


black and white brush and ink work, is an excellent teacher. Free with museum admission, $6/adults, $4/ seniors. Bell Museum, University Ave & 17th Ave SE, Minneapolis. 612-624-7083.


Troubled Waters: A Mississippi River Story – 7pm. Emmy award-winning Bell Museum documentary tells the story of changes on the land, and the initia- tives people are taking to ensure a more sustainable food production system. The film premiered on Twin Cities Public Television in 2010. Free with museum admission, $6/adults, $4/seniors. Bell Museum, University Ave & 17th Ave SE, Minneapolis. 612- 624-7083.


FRIDAY, JANUARY 4


Holistic Healthy Eating and Weight Loss Health Talk - 6:30-7:30pm. Join Jackie Mart from Optimum Wellness as she discusses the three “Powerful Prin- ciples of Nutrition” and how to feed your body what it needs to look great on the outside and promote healing on the inside! $35 Lunds-Uptown (upstairs conference room) 1450 West Lake St, Minneapolis.


SATURDAY, JANUARY 5


Guided Cross-country Ski Outing and Nature Talk – 10am-12pm. A guided, classic-style cross- country ski outing on Arboretum trails will help you gain some insight into the winter landscape. Gate fee waived for skiing participants. Bring your own skis. Snyder Bldg lobby, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 9mi W of I-494 on Hwy 5, Chanhassen. 952-443-1400. Arboretum.UMN.edu.


Happiness is the


feeling you’re feeling when you want to keep feeling it.


~ author unknown


Kick-Asana! – 9-10:30am. A high-energy format to build mental focus and help you push against your edge. Class emphasizes core and upper body strength, correcting physical imbalances and experi- menting with new poses. Expect to breathe, sweat and laugh. Intermediate-level class; previous yoga experience required. $15. Drishti Yoga, 2189 4th St, #2, White Bear Lake. 651-592-5535. Contact Lauri: DrishtiYogaWBL@gmail.com.


Weekend Family Fun: Wintergreen Mys- teries – Sats & Suns thru Jan. 12-4pm. Delight your senses with the scent of evergreens and sights of winter at the Arboretum. When other trees are bare, it is the hardy evergreens that keep our spirits green all winter long. Take home a fragrant evergreen keepsake. Free with $12 (13+) gate admission. Learning Center, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 9mi W of I-494 on Hwy 5, Chanhassen. 952-443- 1400. Arboretum.UMN.edu.


SUNDAY, JANUARY 6


Boychoir Winter Concert – 1pm and 3:50pm. This is the winter concert, Let It Shine, of the Minnesota Boychoir, which challenges boys and young men from many backgrounds to the highest standards of choral music. The concert fea- tures Allegro, Cantabile and Cantar. $10 suggested donation. Landmark Center’s Musser Cortile, 75 W Fifth St, Saint Paul.


MONDAY, JANUARY 7


Living the Land Ethic – 6-8:30pm. Deepen your understanding of Aldo Leopold’s profound and timeless ideas about humans and the land. Includes


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facilitated small group discussion and reflection on selected readings from A Sand County Almanac, plus activities designed to help bring the land ethic to life. Led by Bravely Be; includes refreshments. $30, $25/member, $5/the book. Bloomington REI, 750 W American Blvd, Bloomington. 952-884- 4315. REI.com.


TUESDAY, JANUARY 8


Mastering Affirmations Mini-Workshop for Women – 6:30-8:30pm. Expand your experience with affirmations. Imagine how good you will feel knowing positive change is taking place in your life. Take action. Set your intention. Create the life you really want. $5. Heart and Harmony.


Old Hudson Road, Suite 235, Woodbury. Register: 651.470.9937. Heart-and-Harmony.com.


WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9


Books in the Garden: Flowers and Gardens in Shakespeare – 2nd Wed thru June. 12-1:30pm. A book club structured series of 6 sessions on flow- ers and gardens in Shakespeare’s works. January’s theme is Richard II. Instructor is Toni McNaron, author and University of Minnesota professor emeritus of English. $89, $77/members. Snyder Building, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 9mi W of I-494 on Hwy 5, Chanhassen. 952-443-1422. Arboretum.UMN.edu/Learn.aspx.


Ask The Trainer From Bark Busters – 11am-1pm. Does your pet constantly bark? Are you worried about separation anxiety? Steve Schaffel, a trainer with Bark Busters Home Dog Training, will be here to answer your questions. Feel free to bring your pet along as well. Free. Chuck and Don’s Pet Food Outlet, 910 Wildwood Rd, Mahtomedi. BarkBustersTwinCities.com.


THURSDAY, JANUARY 10


Hypnosis and You – 6:30-8:30pm. How can hyp- nosis help you? Learn how hypnosis works and why it works; how hypnosis can help overcome almost anything from fears and phobias, addictions, stress, anxiety, smoking and weight problems to anger issues, bad habits, grief and loss, and more. Experience a short hypnosis relaxation session. $10, limited seating, RSVP by Jan 8. Mind-Body Connection, 14041 Burnhaven Dr, Burnsville. 763-639-1361.


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