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Vegan Potluck Open to All C


urious about eating vegan? Join health- conscious friends for a Vegan Potluck and


sample many delicious items. Offered every fi rst Monday, the next upcoming potlucks are Monday, Aug 7 and Monday, Sept 4 (Labor Day). Hosted by Vegetarians of Central FL, it is held at 7:00 pm at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando (1901 E. Robinson, Orl 32803) . Requested donation per person: an organic vegan dish or $10. RSVP: www.meetup.com/VegetariansCF


Special Meditation with Diane Ross J


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s a resident of Panama City in Northwest Florida, Paul Richard Brent is a professional artist


who focuses on environmental scenes. His paintings in watercolor and oil deftly portray the many aspects of the area capturing the innate beauty on paper and canvas. Paul Brent was accepted as a signature member into the Florida Watercolor Society and the National Watercolor Society. His work has been included in museum shows and he has had one- man shows in art galleries throughout the United States. He most recently was selected to participate in the 2017 exhibition “Beaver Tales” that traveled to museums and galleries throughout Oregon where his work is represented by the Fairweather Gallery in Seaside, Oregon. Paul has always been active in the arts and planning organizations in Florida. Most notably, he served as board member and Secretary on the Florida Arts Council and was a board member of the Florida Humanities Council. His work can be seen at galleries throughout the country and at his home gallery and studio in Panama City. As the Illustrator for the children’s book J. Rooker Manatee, this August cover art was included in the book. He also has authored and created the artwork for a book entitled Wonderful Watercolors with Paul Brent for North Light Publishing. To see most of his beautiful work,


we invite you to visit his website: www.paulbrent.com


10 Central Florida natural awakenings


oin Diane Ross on Tuesday, August 29 for a special Chanting and Surrender Meditation. Diane L. Ross, M.A., is a Certifi ed Hypnotist, Master Practitioner NLP and author of Meditations for Miracles. She shares, “People LOVE this meditation! There is simply nothing like it! Although Surrender Meditation is an advanced form of meditation, you do not need to be advanced to enjoy its benefi ts. Learn a simple, Sanskrit chant on the spot and then experience


the fabulous realms of the mystic during this incredible meditation. Regardless of your experience with meditation, this will knock your socks off (and open your third eye!). It may change you forever!” Held at The Winter Park Public Library from 7:00-8:00 pm, the cost is only $15. For more information, visit www.dianeross.com or call Diane at 407 898-7918.


New Natural Awakenings App T


he Natural Awakenings healthy living, healthy planet lifestyle app has been upgraded with a


brand-new look and updated features. The changes to the free app, which has already been downloaded by 40,000-plus users, will make keeping up with the best choices for a green and healthy lifestyle easier than ever.


New features include being able to sign up for promotions, updates and newsletters plus linking to the Natural Awakenings website. Visitors can fi nd local magazines nationwide; a national directory of healthy and green businesses and resources with products, practitioners and services, complete with directions; updated national monthly magazine content; archives of hundreds of previously published articles on practical, natural approaches to nutrition, fi tness, creative expression, personal growth and sustainable living by national experts that are searchable by key words; and an archive of articles in Spanish. “These upgrades and expanded accessibility will empower people to


enjoy healthier, happier and longer lives more easily than ever before,” notes Natural Awakenings founder Sharon Bruckman. “Offering free access to Natural Awakenings’ powerful network of healthy living resources through this exclusive app is another way we can serve our users.” To download the free app, search for Natural Awakenings on Google Play or the Apple app store or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com


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