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markyourcalendar 200-Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training Intensive—Fridays and Saturdays beginning May 2 and continuing through Nov. 15 at Yoga Shala, 18585 Sigma Road in the Stone Oak area. This teacher training program meets the National Educational Standards of Yoga Alliance. Complete your dream of becoming a yoga instructor! Fridays 5-8 p.m. and Saturdays 9am-2pm. www.yogashalasa.com or 210-496-9900.


What You Need to Know to Successfully Treat a Variety of Chronic and Autoimmune Conditions— 6:30-9:30pm May 2, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm May 3 at the Double Tree Hotel, 502 W. Cesar Chavez Blvd, 78207. Naturopathic doctor Steven Hines, co-owner of Hope Wellness Center, will lead this two-day event. Dr. Hines is a leading expert on the treatment of Lyme Disease and has extensive experience treating chronic infections, heavy metals, hormones, gastrointestinal issues, pain syndromes, nutrition and more. $50; $35 for students with ID. www.hopewellness.com or call 325-947-5266.


SATURDAY, MAY 3


Cinco De Mayo—May 3, 4 from 10am-10pm at Market Square, 514 W. Commerce. The sounds and smells of authentic Mexican food, mariachi music, and folklorico dancers transport you to a front row seat in a part of Mexican history. www.sahearts.com.


AromaTouch Certification—10am-5pm. doTERRA’s AromaTouch technique is a clinical approach to applying essential oils along energy meridians and visceral contact points to improve well-being, reduce physical and emotional stresses and support healthy autonomic function. Led by Shane England. $150. www. sataromatouchtechnique.eventbrite.com.


Body-Mind-Spirit Fair—10am-6pm May 3, 12-6pm May 4 at Unlimited Thought Life Enrichment Center, 5525 Blanco Rd. Monthly event; free admission, free hourly lectures. www.unlimited-thought.com.


Herbs 101 for the Garden and More—9:30am- 1:30pm at San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston. Herbalist Diane Lewis will discuss the herbs best suited to our area and how to blend them into everyday life. Learn how to blend tea and bath salts to take home. Tickets $50 for non-members. www.sabot.org.


Eating Well, Feeling Great—1-2:30pm at the Integrative Healing Institute, 7122 San Pedro Ave. Explore positive and empowering strategies so that you may consciously choose how to nourish your body and your spirit. Led by Renae Cane. Free. www. integrativehealingsa.com or 210-967-4400.


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3rd Annual Mama & Baby Expo—1-4pm at the TriPoint Event Center, 3233 N. St. Mary’s St. Hosted by the San Antonio Birth Collective, the event includes a pregnancy and postnatal fashion show, free chair massages, demonstrations, music and games, door prizes and exhibitors including midwives, doulas, lactation consultants and chiropractors. Free goody bags to the first 200 families. www. sabirthcollective.com.


SUNDAY, MAY 4


Wellness Fest at the Integrative Healing Institute— 11am-4pm at the Integrative Healing Institute, 7122 San Pedro Ave. Stop by the institute for a FREE public event featuring therapists and instructors providing live demonstrations and presentations of holistic wellness therapies and classes. Experience mini services at special event prices. Healthy food, drinks and door prizes. www.integrativehealingsa.com or 210-967-4400.


WEDNESDAY, MAY 7


markyourcalendar Public Health and Built Environment Conference: Healthy Communities By Design—7:30am-4:45pm at UTSA’s downtown campus, 501 W. Durango Blvd. Participate in the process of brainstorming ways to transform San Antonio into one of the country’s healthiest cities in America. Join national experts on creating healthy, active communities such as Chuck Marohn of Strong Towns and John Simmerman of Active Towns. $40, includes lunch. www.sanantonio. gov/Health/News/Events.aspx.


THURSDAY, MAY 8


Urban Wildlife Management Workshop—8am-5pm at Phil Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 NW Military Hwy. Workshop will cover common wildlife species one may encounter in the city. The theme focuses on the challenges faced with urban wildlife management. $30 includes morning/afternoon snacks and lunch. FMI contact Jessica Alderson at jessica.alderson@tpwd.texas.gov or 210-688-6444.


FRIDAY, MAY 9


3rd Eye Meditation—7-8:30pm at Unlimited Thought Life Enrichment Center, 5525 Blanco Rd. Participate in a peaceful time of meditating with a group, feeling connected and loved. Led by Karl Fleddermann, doctor of spiritual science. Free. www. clearingpathwaystospirit.com.


SATURDAY, MAY 10


Surviving the South Texas Summer—9-11am at San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston. Instructors will help attendees prepare their landscape for the Texas summer and present water-saving tips. $10 or $9 for members. www.sabot.org.


International Migratory Bird Day—Events at five city locations including Government Canyon State Natural Area (9am-2pm), Mitchell Lake Audubon Center (10am-2pm), San Antonio River Authority (10am-12pm), the San Antonio Zoo (10am-2pm), and SeaWorld San Antonio (10am-3pm). See local news brief on page 9.


Feng Shui in the Workplace—1-3pm at the Integrative Healing Institute, 7122 San Pedro Ave. Learn ancient principles to bring peace, prosperity and success to your business with Feng Shui. Led by Alison Schockner. $30. www.integrativehealingsa.com or 210-967-4400.


Introduction to Teachings of the Universal Council— 1-3pm at the Integrative Healing Institute, 7122 San Pedro Ave. Learn to access wisdom on a universal spiritual level. Experience an intimate conversation with the Universal Council, whose purpose is to assist those on a spiritual journey. Led by Mitzi Wood. $60. www. integrativehealingsa.com or 210-967-4400.


Creating an Attitude of Gratitude—1-3pm at Unlimited Thought Life Enrichment Center, 5525 Blanco Learn to create and express an attitude of gratitude for everything in your life and take inventory of your blessings. Led by Karl Fleddermann. $30 at the door; $20 preregistered. www.clearingpathwaystospirit. com.


Overcoming Discouragement—3:30-5:30pm at Unlimited Thought Life Enrichment Center, 5525 Blanco Rd. Learn how to become neutral when feelings of discouragement, depression and rejection appear and use them to get closer to the Spirit within you. Led by Karl Fleddermann. $30 at the door; $20 preregistered. www.clearingpathwaystospirit.com.


Astronomy Day Star Party—7:30-10pm at Phil Hardberger Park West, 8400 NW Military Hwy. Kicks off early for views of the setting sun and rising moon. View the summer constellations and planets with local astronomers from the San Antonio Astronomical


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