Essential Happenings Wednesday, January 3rd


Free Yoga Class, 4:30-6:00pm. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Thursday, January 4th


Free Yoga Class, 5:30-7:00pm. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Friday, January 5th


Free Gentle/Yin Yoga Class, 1:00-2:15 pm. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Saturday, January 6th


Free Yoga Class, 10:00-11:30am. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Yoga Tune Up-Unglue Your Glutes-A Restorative Hip Workshop, 2:00-4:00pm. Creating Space Yoga, 1717 Congress Street, Portland. Join Murielle Corwin to unlock the power of the hips and reconnect to the ease and freedom buried within in this all level Yoga Tune Up work- shop using Roll Model therapy balls. We will learn unique yoga based therapeutic exercis- es which are similar to receiving a deep tissue massage. In addition, you will develop an understanding that aims to improve mobility and increase stability in order to find balance in your hips. Discover an easy approach to release tension and maintain health in the hips and lower limbs. $30. Please register at: www.creatingspaceyoga.com


Monday, January 8th


Free Yoga Class with Yamuna Body Rolling, 7:30-9:00pm. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Thursday, January 11th


January/February 2018 Thursday January 25th


21-Day Detox Program-Kickoff Presentation led by Stephanie Walsh, 6:00pm. Rocky Coast Family Acupuncture, 210 Western Ave., South Portland. For more information, visit: www.theholistichealthapproach.com or call 207.730.2208


Free Vinyasa Yoga Class, 5:00-6:00pm. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. 774-YOGA (9642). www.maineyoga.com


Wednesday, January 17th


21-Day Detox Program-Kickoff Presentation led by Stephanie Walsh, 5:30pm. Coastal Pharmacy & Wellness, 29 Marginal Way, Portland. For more information, visit: www.theholistichealthapproach.com or call 207-730-2208


Friday, January 19th Soul Café,


6:30pm-8:30pm. Center for Balanced Living LLC, 74 Lunt Rd., Lunt Auditorium, Falmouth. Sound Healing Journeywork with Ben Carroll using Voice & Crystal bowls. Bring a mat, gravity chair, or cushions so that you will be comfortable lying on the floor. Chairs are available. $20. Please RSVP at: https://sched- ulicity/com/scheduling/BSH3LQ/workshops


Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra 5:30-7:00 pm Creating Space Yoga, 1717 Congress Street, Portland Do you need to unwind after the holidays? Refresh your mind, body, and spirit in this Restorative sequence with Thai assists followed by Yoga Nidra. Kristine will guide us into gentle Restorative poses using the support of blankets, bolsters, and blocks to prepare for the experience of Yoga Nidra, a state of deep relaxation in which the organs and systems receive deep rest and the body's regenerative mechanisms are set in motion. One hour of Yoga Nidra is like four hours of sleep, counteracts stress and alleviates depression and anxiety. A great way to begin the weekend! $25 See our website to learn more or sign up at creatingspaceyoga.com


Saturday, January 20th


Yamuna Body Rolling Workshop- Save Your Back with Jennifer Cooper, 1:30-3:30 pm. Stimulate bone, release muscle tension, create space in the joints, and strengthen the core. It’s fun and feels good! The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. $25. 774-YOGA (9642) www.maineyoga.com


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What To Do “Post-Detox" Presentation led by Stephanie Walsh, 6:00pm. Rocky Coast Family Acupuncture, 210 Western Ave., South Portland. For more information, visit: www.theholistichealthapproach.com or call 207.730.2208


Sunday, January 28th


Awareness Through Movement- The Feldenkrais Method, 1:00-3:00pm with Marilyn Hardy. Feldenkrais uses gentle, novel movement sequences to retrain your nervous system. Respecting the neuroplasticity of the brain, it draws upon your capacity to develop awareness, the key to positive change and aligned with nature. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave. Plaza, Portland. $35/40. 774-YOGA (9642) www.maineyoga.com


Wednesday January 31st


What To Do “Post-Detox" Presentation led by Stephanie Walsh, 5:30pm. Coastal Pharmacy & Wellness, 29 Marginal Way, Portland. For more information, visit: www.theholistichealthapproach.com or call 207-730-2208


Thursday, February 1st


Pajama Workout-Part 1 (2 Part Series- Part 2 held Thursday, February 8th), 6:00pm. Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult and Community Education, 40 E. Emerson Cummings Blvd., Old Orchard Beach. Get Fit Without a Gym! Learn about getting fit and putting it into practice. Finding time to work out is difficult, add travel time to a gym and it feels near impossible! The gym can be in- timidating for beginners, yet you may feel lost on how to create a safe and effective home workout. Join us and gain an understanding of how your body moves, learn the many benefits of exercise, and recognize what you can do to reduce risk of falls or injury. Build your own low-tech home gym and create a safe and effective workout at home. You will be working within your own abilities so modifications will be made for anyone who needs it. You will be performing exercises to understand correct form, so please dress accordingly. Led by Stephanie Walsh. $39. For more information, visit: www.oobsaco. maineadulted.org or call 207-934-7922.


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