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OFF THE GRID EVENTS

jenberman — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:45:34 +0000

We want to extend our appreciation to those that have supported, collaborated and visited us at our past events. We had a wonderful turnout, great times and success at the Local First Mingle in February and the Creative Expo in April. Chicago Green Festival and Summer Camp was both educational and a blast! We look forward to continuing the journey of new beginnings, friendships and connections. We expect to raise the vibration and bring more educational tools to the forefront this year. Please continue to follow us and learn more. Peace and Unity for the Future. Mimi and MOE Team.

JUMP INTO THE LIGHT IN 2010

Dear MOE Community, This is an introduction to Mimi Clayton, Founder and Executive Director of Mimi’s Organic Exchange. Mimi not only runs the MOE network, she is an experienced Clinical Massage Therapist and business woman.

Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC

Neuromuscular Massage, Sports Massage & Reiki Master

Call for an Appointment: 773.991.3835

Two convenient locations: Downtown or Northcenter. To schedule a massage, please call Mimi at 773.991.3835

Promotions:

$20 off first time clients
Buy 5 get 1 free (SAVINGS OF $80), Buy 10 get 3 free (SAVINGS OF $240)
Refer 1 client, get $20 off your massage
Refer three, get a free massage
Buy a gift certificate, receive $20 off your massage
$5.00 off if you reschedule within 2 days
Athletes in season 60 min $70 90 min $110
Athletes in season : Buy 4 get 1 free (SAVINGS OF $80), Buy 9 get 3 free (SAVINGS OF $240)

Regular Prices: 60 min $80 90 min $120

Benefits of Massage:

Balances the mind, body and spirit
Improves circulation and decreases toxins
Relaxes tight muscles and improves mobilization
Helps break down scar tissue and adhesions
Prevents Injury
Fortifies immune system
Soothes away daily stresses
Relieves pain and discomfort during and after pregnancy
Promotes general health and wellness

For more info on massage, please visit www.amtamassage.org

Transformations: MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC, has a B.A. in Sports Medicine, has been a bodywork professional for 18 years and is the owner of a 10 year successful clinical massage therapy practice. Mimi is an educator and a Reiki Master. She has taught and clinically supervised student teaching at the Soma Institute and has worked in various settings including physical therapy center, fitness clubs, corporate chair massage, spa, Chicago Marathon, festivals and other outdoor events. Mimi is a certified Athletic Trainer and her clients include elite marathoners, cyclists , triathletes and martial artists. She is a rehab specialist, as well as a healer. Mimi incorporates neuromuscular, deep tissue, sports, thai yoga, reflexology, reiki and energy work in her treatments to customize each individual’s treatment and healing process.

RESTRUCTURING REALITY

Friday, June 4, 2010 7pm-10:30pm

A SHAMANIC ARTS WORKSHOP:

The year’s astro stand-off (Saturn opposed Uranus) has reached an interesting turning point. Uranus (now together with Jupiter) has been urging us to burst out into our new spiritual realities. While Saturn demands we look at our ‘shit’ and clean up old messes before we move on.

Jupiter’s newly optimistic impulse is making the difference. If we’ve been doing our jobs cleaning out the karmic closets and balancing the check-books of our personal e-male-and-female, our fun and phone-y lists, something has shifted. Perhaps we don’t need to ‘heal’ the past, in that old medical-mechanical model in which you replace the spark plugs of rusted old relationships and hope the engine keeps running; but a new understanding begins to dawn that our future may lie in our past redux.

Instead of seeing the old wounds and imperfections as events visited upon us which we must overcome to go forward, we may look at them the way an artist looks at a painting which did not fully express the original intention; amend, paint over, re-express, recreate. As though our past were a learning process through which we can finally master; rebuild, re-envision, restring the plan-net in which we have captured our own consciousness.

The shamanic intuition, fully unleashed, merges past and future into present (the gift) of continual re-creation, ourselves the gods and guides of our destinies.

This workshop will offer techniques through breath, sound and visualization to Re-Structure our reality.
Location: 3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago

Cost: $35 (partial scholarships available on request). Bring dreams, memories, yearnings, hopes.

Snacks to share welcome. Bring your dreams, both kinds, your friends and your willingness to experience in new ways. If possible please let us know ahead if you are considering attending : John Sacelli 773.761.0252 salynx@yahoo.com or Mimi Clayton 773.991.3835 info@mimisorganicexchange.com

John Sacelli has spent 40 years exploring alternative therapies, spiritual paths, healing, and shamanism. While experiencing a series of Shamanic Visions, he met his totem Lynx (links) who introduced him to a series of inter-dimensional, alternative and past life adventures, and also to the subject of ‘Angelish, the Original Language’. John lives and works in Chicago. www.johnsacelli.org

Words are spelled because they are castings of spells. Words are placed in sentences because we are sentenced to live by the spells we cast. Angelish, the ‘Original Language’, is the base for the angeLynx Oracle, developed by Poet-Intuitive John Sacelli in conjunction with Visionary Artist Chris Deschaine. www.angeLynx.com .

Potluck, Songs and Snacks: Sunday, June 6, 2010 2-5pm

Workshops with Louise Cloutier, Vocal Instigator

FREE song circle, in Roscoe Village (address available w/ RSVP)

It’s another pull-up-a-chair-and-share-a-tune event. This time (weather permitting) we’ll be singing OUTDOORS!

Bring some snacks and songs to share. Looking forward to hearing you!

1) listen to your neighbor’s song before you listen to your own.

2) listen to who your neighbor is, before you listen to their song.

Feedback from one of the songsters: “We stopped acting like strangers and started to laugh and open up. I loved being with you all. I want to go back and do it all over again.”

To register or for more information, email louise@voiceborne.com or visit www.voiceborne.com

LOUISE CLOUTIER, sound healer and holistic voice teacher. Use the sacred power of your own voice, to speak your truth, release old toxins and set your soul free! Workshops, classes and private sessions in Evanston, www.voiceborne.com

Pets @ Paulina: Saturday, June 5, 2010 12pm-3pm

Sam & Willy’s has organized a street-wide pet adoption event for Saturday June 6th from 12pm to 3pm. As you know, finding new homes for dogs & cats can be significantly aided by having prospective adopters see the pets in person.

You can help us spread the word about Pets @ Paulina and help connect some of Chicago’s homeless pets with homes that are petless in several ways -

1. Link to their Facebook Event page, sign up to attend the event, and invite your friends who may be interested.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=83393156783&ref=mf

2. Forward this e-mail and their web site www.petsatpaulina.com to friends you may know are considering adopting a new pet and let them know of the event.

Thank you for your consideration of helping spread the word for Pets @ Paulina.

And, as always, thank you for your support!

For more info, tdaniels@samandwillys.com 773.404.0400

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit: Opening Night: June 18th, 2010 7pm-10pm

Rejuvestate proudly presents:

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit, a Evanston Landmark showcase house 2 week event to benefit Design for Dignity and the Citizens Lighthouse Community Land Trust.

Lynn Reidl, founder of Rejuvestate, is the mastermind behind the Designer Showcase House and Gardens. Kohl, with the help of area designers, created environments where art and your soul can come together to make a sanctuary of the home. The project theme focuses on the journey of potent connections from foundation to décor. This multi-faceted event is about the history of the home, the restoration of home & self, and our interactive workshops.

When: June 18th – July 3rd Where: 1046 N Sheridan – Lake Shore Historic District of Evanston

Why: We hope to raise awareness of the importance of creating home environments that help the body and spirit in a healing way. We promote sustainable design, building, preservation, and health conscious environments. (low voc, nature as innovator & mentor, products with low chemical, reusing and restoring whenever possible).

We hope the restoration, art, and design will inspire any guests that visit the home. Further details: http://1046sheridan.com

Mimi’s Organic Exchange will be volunteering to help out at the event. Come support a good time.

DJ Limbs and Butter release their debut single “Mad Jazz Noodle” b/w “The Wimp”: Friday, June 18, 2010 9pm-12am

Mars Gallery and on the web http://www.petermarsauthentic.com

1139 W Fulton Market Chicago, IL

A collaboration that started after meeting at a Chicago loft party, the two bring their unique experiences and influences to the table. Through collaborations over the internet, and meetups in Curitiba, Brazil and Chicago, Illinois they have recorded songs that span across age, location and genre. The results are “Mad Jazz Noodle”, a dance record that shifts between downtempo and drum n bass, and “The Wimp” a poignant tale sung over an electronic fury. These samples present a small section of the musical pallete on their upcoming album “The Many Flavors of Bittersweet”.

Ruth’s songwriting background in rock and RnB, mixed with her native Brazilian rhythms and knack for improvisation brings an exotic, jazzy vocal melody to DJ Limbs’ textured beats. It is easy to hear her fine-tuned sensibilities from many years of experience in top Chicago studios and producing bands in Brazil. On the production-side, DJ Limbs seamlessly combines influences from hiphop, jazz, funk, drum n bass and EDM creating an organic yet futuristic sound. His drive to experiment with new technology and across genres brings Ruth’s songs to new spaces.

The results are tracks that appeal to a wide-range of genre aficionados and general music lovers alike. Niches that vary from downtempo to dubstep, indie hiphop and nu-jazz find a recognizable sonic quality in the music to please their tastes.

More about Victor Carreon: www.djlimbs.com

A DJ, producer, remixer, composer, sound designer and boom operator, Victor aka DJ Limbs is an all around lover of sound. From his upbringing in Switzerland, the Philippines and the US, Limbs applies his cultural diversity to his music and is known to play hiphop, soul, house, electro, dubstep, afrobeat, reggae, rock, punk and top 40 all in the same night. He is comfortable with just vinyl, two tables and a mixer, or with Serato, Ableton Live and a couple of midi controllers. His versatility allowed him to also participate in programming sounds for the Xbox 360 game Saint’s Row, composing film soundtracks for Chicago’s film festivals and directing voice talent for electronic books. His Chicago nights: Music is the Weapon, Soul Sauce and The Booty Caboose are developing a following for filling gaps needed in the city’s nightlife.

More about Ruth Varella:

The lead singer of Butter, a native Brazilian who immigrated to the states as a child worked at Jive Records for many years next to Stephen George (aka Stevo, producer/chief audio engineer at Battery Studios in Chicago) participating in sessions with Aaliyah, R. Kelly, Backstreet Boys, Mary J. Blige and Smashing Pumpkins among others. In the 90′s, Varella formed her band Butter, playing Chicago clubs around Wicker Park, Wrigleyville, and downtown Chicago. When Battery Studios was sold in 2001, Stevo moved to NYC and opened his own production company called GTSP (Gimme That Sound Productions), and kept Varella as his assistant producer. This gave her the wings to fly to Brazil and produce bands, including the first demo of Copacabana Club, the full-length album of Anacronica, Lighthouse, and the recent vocal production for Colorphonic. Two of these bands have found early success: Copacapaba Club recently opened for Moby in Sao Paulo Brazil, while Anacronica has recently been signed by Sony.

A-side audio available at:

http://earhumps.com/Media/10-0099%20Side%20A%20Mad%20Jazz%20Noodle.mp3

Press release available at:

http://earhumps.com/Media/LimbsAndButterPressRelease.pdf

Living La Vida Verde Saturday, June 19, 2010 10am-9pm

Greenheart and Center for Cultural Interchange present Chicago’s 2nd annual eco-urbanite celebration: athree part fiesta beach cleanup, workshop series and party.

10 AM – NOON Beach Cleanup @ Ohio Street Beach

Ohio Street Beach, 400 N Lake Shore Drive

10-10:20 AM: Yoga warm-up presented by Yoga Now

10:30-11:30 AM: Beach cleanup competition with prizes

11:45 AM: Quench your Thirst for H20 Info by Amy Talbot, Chicago Metropolitan

Agency for Planning

1-6 PM Eco-Urban Workshops @ the Greenheart Center

Greenheart Center, 746 N LaSalle Drive

1 PM: Cooking with Local Cuisine by Chicago celebrity chef, Cleetus Friedman of City Provisions

2 PM: Green Smoothies for Health by the amazing Bonita Kindle, RawFood Chef & Nutrition Coach

3 PM: Indoor Composting by Urban Worm Girls

4 PM: Biofuels Getting Gritty in the City by Chicago BioFuels

5 PM: Don’t Always need that AC-Energy Efficiency for the Urban Life by Green Dream Group

6-9 PM World Dance Party @ the Greenheart Shop

Greenheart Shop, 1911 W Division Street

7 PM: Brazilian Samba Performance by local dancers, including renown performer Ashley Klein and a Concert by Chicago percussionist Jose Rendon presented by Greenheart Travel

Enjoy local organic beer, fair trade wine, and local organic treats while dancing the night away. The GreenheartShop www.greenheartshop.org knows how to throw a party.

FREE! OPEN TO ALL AGES

More Info? Contact Andrea Dennis call 312.264.1629 or email events@greenheart.us www.greenheart.us

Living La Vida Verde is brought to you by Greenheart, with support from the Center for Cultural Interchange, a non profit cultural exchange organization founded in Illinois in 1985. For more Info info, visit this rap video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmmoDhDifhQ

Mimi’s Organic Exchange will be volunteering to help out at the event. Come support a good time.

Green Music Fest 2010: Saturday, June 26, 2010 and Sunday, June 27, 2010 Noon-10pm

Mimi Clayton, Founder and Director of Mimi’s Organic Exchange & Transformations will be collaborating with In-Spirit Creations. Mimi will be rocking the chair massage and Lotus Body products. In-Spirit Creations has a variety of retail that will entice you. Stop by and say hello at our booth on Chicago Ave. between Ashland and Noble. www.mimisorganicexchange.com

Featuring Environmentally-Friendly Vendors, Services and Cutting Edge MusicChicago’s West Town will receive a fresh green coat this summer as it plays host to the Green Music Fest, Saturday June 26th through Sunday, June 27th on Chicago Ave. between Ashland and Noble. The innovative green technology-themed event will reflect the hip and environmentally-conscious West Town community by fusing original live music with green vendors, services and local retail, art, craft and food vendors.

Target Audience Green Music Fest will appeal to a wide audience. West Town neighbors, families, and Chicago-land festival, art, and music enthusiasts of all ages will attend the event. The cutting edge music and green theme will appeal to a hip, worldly, and sophisticated local crowd, average attendee estimated to be 19-30 years of age. Estimated Attendance: 10,000+

The Green Theme The brainchild of the West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce, the Green Music Fest is where thousands of people who care for the environment will unite to enjoy high quality music and discover new ways to go “green.” There will be local retail, art and craft vendors, plus a green vendor village.

With the support of the City of Chicago Department of Environment’s Chicago Center for Green Technology, who is sponsoring the green section of the event, an estimated 60-plus vendors and sponsors will participate in the second annual Green Music Fest.

The event will also be produced in the most eco-friendly way possible with bio-diesel fuel operated generators, biodegradable plastic cups, recycling and composting options, free bike valet courtesy of Active Transportation Alliance and Special Service Area 29, and much more.

Learn about all of our Green Initiatives here! http://www.greenmusicfestchicago.com/initiatives.html

The Live Music The 2010 live music line up at Green Music Fest will be programmed by local live music venue Subterranean, which has a well-respected reputation in Chicago for booking top-notch, cutting edge talent. For more info on the lineup for Green Music Fest, visit http://www.greenmusicfestchicago.com/music.html

Admission to the Green Music Fest is $5 suggested donation. Hours of operation both days are noon to 10 pm.

General Event Contact: West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce (WTCCC) 1819 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 T 312-850-9390 F 312-850-9414 info@westtownchamber.org

The West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce is committed to serving businesses in West Town. The WTCCC Board of Directors believes that it is important to maintain the diversity of the neighborhood; to create a balance between old and new by retaining existing businesses; as well as marketing the area and attracting new businesses. The chamber will serve members by representing the majority’s views on neighborhood issues to City and State representatives; and by providing technical assistance and affordable marketing programs.

The WTCCC is also the sole service provider for Special Service Area #29. SSA#29 was established in 2004 to provide maintenance and beautification activities and programs; for recruitment and promotion of new businesses to the area and retention and promotion of existing businesses within the area; to provide coordinated marketing and promotional activities and strategic planning for the general development of the area; financing of storefront facade improvements; parking and transit programs; and other technical assistance activities to promote commercial and economic development.

Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE) is a business, arts and healing network committed to socially, environmentally and spiritually sustainable products and services. Engaging people in a fun, social environment, MOE promotes building sustainable connections in a vibrant world.

Groovin’ to Your Soul Events

jenberman — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 17:39:50 +0000

Summer Camp Music Festival

May 28, 29 and 30

ABOUT SUMMERCAMP

The Summer Camp Music Festival was started in 2001 at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe, IL. The first year’s attendance was around 1,000 people and hosted over 20 bands on 2 stages over the course of two days. Since that first year, the Summer Camp Music Festival has grown to more than 10,000 attendees, hosting more than 50 bands on 5 stages over 4 days. Almost doubling the population of Chillicothe, IL, for the weekend, the concert attendees also greatly impact the local business economy. Artists that have performed at the Summer Camp Music Festival in past years include: moe., Umphrey’s McGee, The Flaming Lips, Willie Nelson, Les Claypool, Keller Williams, O.A.R., The Roots, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Medeski Martin & Wood, Leftover Salmon and many, many more! For a complete lineup and more info visit http://www.summercampfestival.com/2010/

Come Visit, MOE Director, Mimi Clayton at Rock the Earth Booth. Congrats to Mimi Clayton and Liz Lundy for becoming the Regional Co-Coordinators for Chicagoloand RtE.

Rock the Earth works closely with the music industry and its fans, many of whom are concerned with the fate of our public lands, air and water. We act as advocates to ensure the existence of a sustainable and healthy environment for all.

Further, we aim to represent those individuals and communities whose environment or natural surroundings are directly and adversely affected by the actions of others. Rock the Earth, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, national public interest environmental advocacy organization, is committed to protecting and defending America’s natural resources through partnerships with the music industry and the world-wide environmental community.

Rock the Earth is dedicated to bringing about positive and beneficial environmental consequences on behalf of members of the music industry through the means of active litigation and negotiation. Get involved today by becoming a member,volunteering to help, sharing other artists with similar values or downloading and distributing our handbill. For more info visit http://www.rocktheearth.org

RESTRUCTURING REALITY

A SHAMANIC ARTS WORKSHOP

Friday, June 4, 2010 7pm-10:30pm

The shamanic intuition, fully unleashed, merges past and future into present (the gift) of continual re-creation, ourselves the gods and guides of our destinies.

This workshop will offer techniques through breath, sound and visualization to Re-Structure our reality.
Location: 3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago

Cost: $35 (partial scholarships available on request). Bring dreams, memories, yearnings, hopes.

Potluck, Songs and Snacks: Sunday, June 6, 2010 2-5pm

Workshops with Louise Cloutier, Vocal Instigator

FREE song circle, in Roscoe Village (address available w/ RSVP)

It’s another pull-up-a-chair-and-share-a-tune event. This time (weather permitting) we’ll be singing OUTDOORS!

Bring some snacks and songs to share. Looking forward to hearing you!

1) listen to your neighbor’s song before you listen to your own.

2) listen to who your neighbor is, before you listen to their song.

Feedback from one of the songsters: “We stopped acting like strangers and started to laugh and open up. I loved being with you all. I want to go back and do it all over again.”

To register or for more information, email louise@voiceborne.com or visit www.voiceborne.com

Pets @ Paulina: Sunday, June 6, 2010 12pm-3pm

You can help us spread the word about Pets @ Paulina and help connect some of Chicago’s homeless pets with homes that are petless in several ways -

1. Link to their Facebook Event page, sign up to attend the event, and invite your friends who may be interested.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=83393156783&ref=mf

2. Forward this e-mail and their web site www.petsatpaulina.com to friends you may know are considering adopting a new pet and let them know of the event.

Thank you for your consideration of helping spread the word for Pets @ Paulina.

And, as always, thank you for your support!

For more info, tdaniels@samandwillys.com 773.404.0400

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit: Opening Night: June 18th, 2010 7pm-10pm

Rejuvestate proudly presents:

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit, a Evanston Landmark showcase house 2 week event to benefit Design for Dignity and the Citizens Lighthouse Community Land Trust.

When: June 18th – July 3rd Where: 1046 N Sheridan – Lake Shore Historic District of Evanston

We hope the restoration, art, and design will inspire any guests that visit the home. Further details: http://1046sheridan.com

Living La Vida Verde Saturday, June 19, 2010 10am-9pm

Greenheart and Center for Cultural Interchange present Chicago’s 2nd annual eco-urbanite celebration: athree part fiesta beach cleanup, workshop series and party.

10 AM – NOON Beach Cleanup @ Ohio Street Beach

Ohio Street Beach, 400 N Lake Shore Drive

10-10:20 AM: Yoga warm-up presented by Yoga Now

10:30-11:30 AM: Beach cleanup competition with prizes

11:45 AM: Quench your Thirst for H20 Info by Amy Talbot, Chicago Metropolitan

Agency for Planning

1-6 PM Eco-Urban Workshops @ the Greenheart Center

Greenheart Center, 746 N LaSalle Drive

1 PM: Cooking with Local Cuisine by Chicago celebrity chef, Cleetus Friedman of City Provisions

2 PM: Green Smoothies for Health by the amazing Bonita Kindle, RawFood Chef & Nutrition Coach

3 PM: Indoor Composting by Urban Worm Girls

4 PM: Biofuels Getting Gritty in the City by Chicago BioFuels

5 PM: Don’t Always need that AC-Energy Efficiency for the Urban Life by Green Dream Group

6-9 PM World Dance Party @ the Greenheart Shop

Greenheart Shop, 1911 W Division Street

7 PM: Brazilian Samba Performance by local dancers, including renown performer Ashley Klein and a Concert by Chicago percussionist Jose Rendon presented by Greenheart Travel

Enjoy local organic beer, fair trade wine, and local organic treats while dancing the night away. The GreenheartShop www.greenheartshop.org knows how to throw a party.

FREE! OPEN TO ALL AGES

More Info? Contact Andrea Dennis call 312.264.1629 or email events@greenheart.us www.greenheart.us

Living La Vida Verde is brought to you by Greenheart, with support from the Center for Cultural Interchange, a non profit cultural exchange organization founded in Illinois in 1985.

Announcing Chicagoland Classes in: Defensor Method of FilipinoMartial Arts with Filipino Kali-Eskrima Academy of Chicago

Tuesdays: 7:30pm-9:30pm Location: Maya Essence 4357 N. Lincoln Ave. (Garage/Gallery), Chicago, IL 60618

Fridays: 7pm-8:30pm Location: Extreme Kung-Fu Training Center, 6525 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60626

Monday, Thursday 7-8:30pm Location: Backyard Training for Summer ONLY. Location: 7520 Kildare Ave., Skokie, 60076 Street parking available.

Sunday: 5-6:30pm Location: Rumble Arts Center, 3413 W. North Av., Chicago 60647. Instructor: Chris Dino – 773-780-7887

Wednesday: 8-10pm Elmhurst, IL Contact Bob Lorenz: 630-253-4410

Chief Instructor/Founder: Mahaguro Nate Defensor

WHAT IS DEFENSOR METHOD OF FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS?

Defensor Method of Filipino Martial Arts is a complete system that enables you to turn your whole body and anything around you as a weapon. These arts are thought to be weapon based only but in actuality it is a complete system of self-defense. You will learn fighting drills using the stick, knife, staff and the whole body as a weapon in this class. Mahaguro Nate Defensor has been teaching the “Defensor Method” of Filipino-Indonesian Martial Arts for 27 years in the Chicagoland area. Defensor Method is a combination of Inayan System, Pekiti-Tirsia, Inosanto Blend, Tobosa/Villabrille System, Pusaka Dwipantara Silat, Jalur Putih Pentjak Silat, Doce Pares Eskrima, Derobio, Balintawak, Garimot System, Muay-Thai, Kuntao, and Kickboxing.

Class Fees: $135 per month six times a week, $130 per month five times a week, $125 per month four times a week, $120 per month thrice a week, $90 per month twice a week, $50 per month once a week or $15 per class.

Private Lessons: $50 per hr at above locations. Your home/office/gym: $65 per hr

Email: guronate@sbcglobal.net

Website: http://www.defensormethod.com

Other Class Locations:

Defensor Method, Elgin – 1080 E. Chicago St., Elgin , IL 60120 Instructor: Demetrio Ruiz

Cell: 847-873-7907 (English/Spanish) Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 7:00 pm – 8:50 pm

Defensor Method, Elmhurst – “Backyard Training’ Contact Bob Lorenz: 630-253-4410

Email: sapubob@gmail.com

Defensor Method, Arlington Heights – “Private Classes” Contact Jason Brigham: 224-665-2939

Email: mydogeatsyourdog@yahoo.com

Defensor Method, Skokie, IL – Backyard Training for summer Adelle C. Jackson: 502-797-1015

Email: adellecan2@gmail.com

Earth Day: Here we come!

jenberman — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:23:37 +0000

CHI! KA! GO! Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:30pm – Midnight

AN ANGELYNX / CARLASTARLA EVENT

Yoga Now Goldcoast 742 N. LaSalle, Suite 201

$10 admission

Opening Circle at 8pm

Performance Schedule for March 14th

*Dylan Schwartz: Opening Kirtan & Still Strings

*Diane Ponder & Melissa Bruck: Live Painting

*Tracey Ostrand: Featured Writer in Poet’s Circle

*DJ Magpie & Carla Starla: Uplifting Musical Melodies

*Cindy Huston: Dance Performance

*John Sacelli: AngeLynx Readings & Soul Alignments

*Mimi Clayton & Jennifer Vivian: Healing Body Work

*Preston Klik: Gong Bath Closing Performance

***AND MORE T.B.A.

If you would like to perform at future events contact salynx@yahoo.com or carlastarlainfo@yahoo.com

:::::::::::CHI::::::::::KA::::::::::GO:::::::::::

:: Life-Force Strategies of the Soul ::

CHI – the life force

KA – Egyptian for Spirit-Soul

Go – Chinese-Japanese game of strategies

Spring Fever! RECYCLE ME’S GOT IT!: Sale ends March 15, 2010

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School and Studio Open House: Sunday, March 21, 2010 2-5pm, FREE

MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder will be showcasing.

Hyde Park Art Center

5020 S. Cornell Avenue

Chicago, IL 60615

t: 773-324-5520

generalinfo@hydeparkart.org

Mon-Thurs: 9am-8pm

Fri-Sat: 9am-5pm

Sun: 12pm-5pm

Sunday, March 21 2-5pm, FREE

The School and Studio Open House is an opportunity for winter students in all media to showcase their work and explore the work of their fellow artists. In this one-day event, students can check out what’s happening in other classes, meet other students, and celebrate the quarter’s accomplishments. Friends and family are welcome to join in the celebration!

There will be light refreshments, a poetry reading (by current students in the Visual Art Poetry SHORT) and the studios will be open so folks can walk around and see what students have been working on this winter. For more info on Hyde Park Art Center, visit www.hydeparkart.org

2010 Creative Chicago Expo: Saturday, April 10, 2010 10am-4pm

Chicago Cultural Center- Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE) will be participating. Diane Ponder, MOE Executive Curator will lead a workshop. She will be sharing her curating expertise.

Now in its 7th year, this highly successful event connects artists and art organizations in all disciplines (music, dance, theater, film, design, new media, fashion, publishing, visual art) with the businesses, information, services, and networks they need.

EVENT INFORMATION

The Creative Chicago Expo is a free, day-long event that takes place throughout the Chicago Cultural Center. It has three main components: Vendors, Workshops and Consultants.

Vendors are grouped by discipline or service in GAR Hall, GAR Rotunda, the Randolph Street Cafe, and under the dome in Preston Bradley Hall. Workshops and Consult-a-thon are held in meeting rooms and the wings of Preston Bradley Hall.

In 2009, 5,500 people attended the Creative Chicago Expo, meeting 130 vendors, participating in 23 workshops and making 200 appointments with 40 consultants. This is a premier event to connect with Chicago’s top creative artists. For more info on the Creative Chicago Expo, visit www.chicagoartistsresource.org

GARDEN OF EDEN ART SHOW: Late April: Date TBA

Benefit: Loyola Medical Center

Location: Trattoria 225 in Oak Park. Dinner and drink specials.

MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder will be showcasing. More details to come.

40th Anniversary of Earth Day Thursday,  April 22, 2010

Forty years after the first Earth Day, the world is in greater peril than ever. While climate change is the greatest challenge of our time, it also presents the greatest opportunity – an unprecedented opportunity to build a healthy, prosperous, clean energy economy now and for the future.

Earth Day 2010 can be a turning point to advance climate policy, energy efficiency, renewable energy and green jobs. Earth Day Network is galvanizing millions who make personal commitments to sustainability. Earth Day 2010 is a pivotal opportunity for individuals, corporations and governments to join together and create a global green economy. Join the more than one billion people in 190 countries that are taking action for Earth Day.

Start planning your Earth Day 2010 event and take action today.

MOE Executive Director, Mimi Clayton will be volunteering her time for Chicago chapter of Rock the Earth. Here’s the scoop…

Saturday, April 17th

9 am – noon

Park clean up in Chicago (it looks to be either at Garfield or Columbus Park) – but both are accessible by public transportation!!

Organized through Friends of the Parks

For more Chicago Events, visit www.earthday.net/chicago

AVOID CABIN FEVER upcoming events

jenberman — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 22:22:10 +0000

2010 Lunar New Year Parade

February 14, 2010

On Wentworth from 24th St. to Cermak Rd.

The Chinatown New Year Parade celebrating the Lunar New Year, “Year of the TIGER 4708” will include marching bands, floats, lion teams, a100’ Mystical Dragon, and Miss Friendship Ambassador. Please join us to welcome the New Year as we convey “Gung Hay Fat Choi” to all in attendance.

Parade step-off time is 1:00PM though there are other activities starting as early as 11:30AM.

Gung Hay Fat Choy means “Best wishes and Congratulations. Have a prosperous and good year.”

Chinese New Year marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It is a time for family reunions, for honoring ancestors and for thanking the gods for their blessings.

Families make great preparations for this special celebration. Before the new year, families settle debts and buy new clothes. The house is cleaned and food is prepared. Homes are filled with flowers and fruit. Oranges, tangerines, and pomeloes are picked and displayed . The colors symbolize good luck and joy.

Blossoms symbolize longevity and courage. Some Chinese believe that if flowers blossom on New Year’s Day good fortune will be theirs for the next year. Candy trays of candied melon, coconut, lotus seed and watermelon seed are offered. They signify growth, good health, abundance and togetherness.

Scrolls or couplets are hung on walls or doorways to carry messages of good health, luck, long life, prosperity, and happiness. A popular one reads “May everything be according to your wishes.”

Children behave impeccably because they are warned that what happens the first day of the year may decide events for the coming year. Everyone takes care to say and do the right things and think good thoughts.

On the seventh day of the New Year everyone adds a year to their age no matter when they were born. In traditional China individual birthdays were not considered as important as this New Year”s date.

CHI! KA! GO! Sunday, February 14th, 2010: 7:30pm – Midnight

AN ANGELYNX / CARLASTARLA EVENT

SECOND SUNDAY Dance and Arts Event

Located at Yoga Now: 742 N. LaSalle, Suite 201

$10 admission

Opening Circle at 8pm

*Sarah Lombardi: Opening Vinyassa & Acro Yoga

*Heather & Cobra: Vertical Reiki Healing

*Cindy Huston: Body Work (LMT & ABT)

*Jane Albright (AlBright Art): Live Painting

*Carla Starla: Featured Poet & Live Vocal House Set

*DJ Romance: Uplifting Soulful Musical Melodies

*John Sacelli: AngeLynx Readings & Soul Alignments

*Arek & Friends: Closing Musical Meditation

***AND MORE T.B.A.

(Let them know if you would like to perform at future Chi! Ka! Go! events)

*contact salynx@yahoo.com with your ideas or suggestions. For more info, visit www.angelynx.com

CHI – the life force

KA – Egyptian for Spirit-Soul

Go – Chinese-Japanese game of strategies.

CHI-KA-GO – Life-Force Strategies of the Soul

Mix, Mingle and Meet the Experts: February 17th, 6:00pm-9:00pm

Happy New Year! Network with local, independent business owners and hear advice from the experts. Jump into the Light in 2010! Share positive ideas and enjoy community.

6 – 6:30 pm: Networking & Mingling

6:30 – 7:30 pm: Advisory Panel - Local First Chicago’s monthly event, the panel is different and includes representatives of the local business community. Mimi’s Organic Exchange www.mimisorganicexchange.com, Local First Chicago www.localfirstchicago.org, Greenheart Shop www.greenheartshop.org and Rejuvestate www.rejuvestate.org will speak about their business and how they are building strong community bases to develop their future endeavors.

7:30 – 9:00 pm: Networking & Mingling

Included: Snacks, Drinks and Live painting by MOE Curator, Diane Ponder and art by Didier Nolet www.didiernolet.com

Live Acoustic Music by Zach Livingston www.zachlivingston.com and others.

Sampling by Raw Creation: A company focused on creating the purest Raw/Vegan and allergy restricted desserts that not only taste good, but also are good for you. www.raw-creations.com

John Sacelli will be on hand providing AngeLynx readings, www.angelynx.com. The love donation depends on the length and the detail of each reading.

Open to the public. Donation of $5 recommended but not required.

RSVP to info@localfirstchicago.org appreciated but not required.

Hosted by Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE)

3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago 60618

773.991.3835

info@mimisorganicexchange.com

SPONSORS

AEL Catering: Catering Services, Bartender, Culinary Talent

Metropolitan Brewing: Craft beer drinkers are caught up in a delicious whirlwind of flavors, aromas, and raise-the-bar-push-the-envelope beer styles offered by American craft brewers. Metropolitan would like to invite a little balance to the party. The smooth, mellow flavors and dry finish of German lagers are the foundation of Metropolitan’s beers. For more info, visit www.metropolitanbrewing.com

Simply stated, Green Planet realized that bottle water was not going away and that there had to be a better way than buying and throwing away tens of millions of bottles every single day. So, they created a bottle that is made of renewable resources, is Greenhouse gas/carbon neutral, does not leach chemicals into the water, is fully compostable and provides 100% recyclable bottles, ultimately reducing our dependency on oil and providing a guilt-free and safer choice to traditional PET bottles. Green Planet is the environmentally friendly brand that allows you to quench your thirst and your desire to help the environment. For more info, visit www.greenplanetbottling.com

Local First Chicago’s mission is to educate the public on the importance of choosing locally owned, independent businesses. They work primarily through public education, business support, and advocacy.

Local First Chicago www.localfirstchicago.org is a network of locally owned, independent businesses and community organizations joined together to keep money and character in our neighborhoods and build a thriving local living economy. In doing so, they hope to promote the overall social, economic, and environmental health of our economy and communities. Watch for more Local First Mix and Mingles on the 3rd Wednesday of the every month from 6 – 8 pm. Suggestions for topics and locations are always welcome.

Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE) is a business, arts and healing network committed to socially, environmentally and spiritually sustainable products and services. The MOE community includes small businesses, artisans and non-profits. Engaging people in a fun, social environment, MOE promotes building sustainable connections in an ever-changing world.

JUMP INTO THE LIGHT IN 2010

Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC

Neuromuscular Massage, Sports Massage & Reiki Master

Call for an Appointment: 773.991.3835

Two convenient locations: Downtown or Northcenter. To schedule a massage, please call Mimi at 773.991.3835

Promotions For March:

$20 off first time clients
Buy 5 get 1 free, Buy 10 get 3 free
Refer 1 client, get $20 off your massage
Refer three, get a free massage
Buy a gift certificate, receive $20 off your massage
$5.00 off if you reschedule within 2 days

Regular Prices: 60 min $80 90 min $120

Benefits of Massage:

Balances the mind, body and spirit
Improves circulation and decreases toxins
Relaxes tight muscles and improves mobilization
Helps break down scar tissue and adhesions
Prevents Injury
Fortifies immune system
Soothes away daily stresses
Relieves pain and discomfort during and after pregnancy
Promotes general health and wellness

For more info on massage, please visit www.amtamassage.org

Transformations: MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC, has a B.A. in Sports Medicine, has been a bodywork professional for 17 years and is the owner of a 10 year old clinical massage therapy practice. Mimi is an educator and a Reiki Master. She has taught and clinically supervised student teaching at the Soma Institute and has worked in various settings including physical therapy center, fitness clubs, corporate chair massage, spa, Chicago Marathon and other outdoor events. Mimi is also a certified Athletic Trainer and her clients include elite marathoners, cyclists and triathletes . She is a rehab specialist, as well as a healer. Mimi incorporates neuromuscular, deep tissue, sports, thai yoga, reflexology and energy work in her treatments to customize each client’s treatment.

Treat Your Body

Lotus Body Products are currently available through Mimi. For more info, email info@mimisorganicexchange.com or call Mimi at 773.991.3835.

A wide variety of healing products for the whole family. Healing oils, salts, salves, balms, butters and teas designed to restore inner balance and stimulate healing from within. Lotus Body’s Botanical line works on 3 levels, physical, emotional and spiritual gently guiding your body to it’s fullest potential of Health and honoring the wholeness in Life. All of the products are handcrafted in small batches so that they are always fresh for you and your family! Lotus Body is founded and run by Maria J. Falce. Maria is an integral healer who is trained in Craniosacral Therapy, pre- and peri-natal massage therapy, energy work and aromatherapy / botanicals. For more product info, visit www.lotusbody.com

Looking for an intimate seminar or classroom space?

Mimi has space for up to twenty to meet. Quiet, residential, and well suited for training and educational meetings, with full kitchen facilities and optional catering.

If interested, please email Mimi at info@mimisorganicexchange.com or call 773.991.3835

AWAKEN THIS SPRING AND ENLIGHTEN THE NEW DECADE: Sunday, March 7th: 2:30pm-5:30pm

Align with your Divine Future

Get fit for your Life Mission

Activate your heart rays to Create Love in every situation

Letters house the quantum field metatones with which we create our consciousness and thus our reality. On March 7th, Peter Kime, founder of Human Radiance, will offer a three-hour workshop to teach you about the new 27th letter and its mystical attributes. He will show you how to work with the letter to activate your higher consciousness and supra-sensory faculties to be a more effective Divine Agent of Divine Love wherever you are and whatever the situation is.

Learn about the shift we are experiencing from planetary to galactic consciousness and how the galactic central sun is supporting both our personal and planetary evolution. Discover how the powerful archetypes housed within the new letter are part of this activation and how you can use the new letter and the new words to make immediate positive changes in yourself and your life. This workshop includes a new letter template and activities for bringing what you’ve learned into your daily life. For more info, visit www.humanradiance.com

814 Dobson Street, 3W, Evanston, IL 60202

$20 in advance; $25 at the door

RSVP at 847-869-6477

Seating is limited

10th ANNUAL CHICAGO POLAR PLUNGE: Sunday, March 7th: North Avenue Beach

My friend, Mike Gorrell, is preparing to once again jump into the frigid waters of Lake Michigan. Why would he put his body through this again? Because it benefits a cause Mike believes in, that’s why!

Please help him raise money for Special Children’s Charities, use the below link to donate. The website is secure, fast and easy to use. At the website you will be able to choose an amount to donate and receive email confirmation of your donation. Thanks in advance for your help.

www.active.com/donate/chicagopolarplunge10/MGorrell

Whether you go waist high or take the full plunge, we invite you to join us and support Special Olympics programs enjoyed throughout the year by 5,000 Chicago athletes. Last year 1,200 participants enjoyed a very fun day! Grab your group of fellow spirited friends and enjoy a memorable day while making a significant difference to Special Olympics Chicago!

Special Children’s Charities has been supporting Special Olympics Chicago programs since 1969. Created by Jack McHugh, Special Children’s Charities’ primary mission is to promote, foster and encourage physical and mental health and improvement for children and adults with intellectual disabilities and closely related developmental disabilities.

In cooperation with the Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools and Special Olympics Illinois, Special Children’s Charities is committed to providing year-round sports training, recreational and social programs for the children and adults of Special Olympics Chicago. For more info, visit www.sochicago.org

The Special Olympics mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

MINGLE AND MEET THE EXPERTS

jenberman — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:42:34 +0000

Happy New Year! Network with local, independent business owners and hear advice from the experts. Jump into the Light in 2010! Share positive ideas and enjoy community.

February 17th, 6:00pm

6 – 6:30 pm: Networking

6:30 – 7:30 pm: Advisory Panel – Local First Chicago’s monthly event, the panel is different and includes representatives of the local business community. Mimi’s Organic Exchange www.mimisorganicexchange.com, Local First Chicago www.localfirstchicago.org, Greenheart Shop www.greenheartshop.org and Rejuvestate www.rejuvestate.org will speak about their business and how they are building strong community bases to develop their future endeavors.

7:30 – 8:00 pm: Networking

Included: Snacks, Drinks and Live painting by MOE Curator, Diane Ponder

Shamanic Lynx

John Sacelli will be on hand providing AngeLynx readings, www.angelynx.com. The cost depends on the length and the detail of each reading.

Open to the public. Donation of $5 recommended but not required.

RSVP to info@localfirstchicago.org appreciated but not required.

Hosted by Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE)

3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago 60618

773.991.3835

info@mimisorganicexchange.com

Local First Chicago’s mission is to educate the public on the importance of choosing locally owned, independent businesses. They work primarily through public education, business support, and advocacy.

Local First Chicago www.localfirstchicago.org is a network of locally owned, independent businesses and community organizations joined together to keep money and character in our neighborhoods and build a thriving local living economy. In doing so, they hope to promote the overall social, economic, and environmental health of our economy and communities. Watch for more Local First Mix and Mingles on the 3rd Wednesday of the every month from 6 – 8 pm. Suggestions for topics and locations are always welcome.

Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE) is a business, arts and healing network committed to socially, environmentally and spiritually sustainable products and services. The MOE community includes small businesses, artisans and non-profits. Engaging people in a fun, social environment, MOE promotes building sustainable connections in an ever-changing world.

Give the Gift of Sustainability

jenberman — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:08:47 +0000

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

CONTACT:Mimi Clayton
www.mimisorganicexchange.com
info@mimisorganicexchange.com
773.991.3835

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MIMI’S ORGANIC EXCHANGE (MOE) HOLIDAY MARKET
3840 N. Bell Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

Sunday, December 6th 2pm-7pm and Sunday, December 13th 2pm-7pm

Give the gift of sustainability! We’re featuring a select group of MOE vendors. The Holiday Market of Mimi’s Organic Exchange is the perfect place to shop local, unwind and learn about sustainable living. Items for sale range from essentials to one-of-a-kind. Local artisans will showcase a variety of products, including clothing and accessories, art, massage, photography, holistic wellness, jewelry, self-care products and home decor. We invite you to support your community and learn how local artisans create sustainable living and a greener tomorrow. Some of our featured vendors for the Holiday Market include, MOE Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton with massage, photography and Lotus Body Botanicals www.lotusbody.com, MOE Curator, Diane Ponder of Living Room Gallery, Consciously Created Art, Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps www.eleanorsoaps.com, Raw Creations www.raw-creations.com, MAKA Designs www.makadesigns.etsy.com, Urban Worm Girl www.urbanwormgirl.com
and Wacky Cats www.wackycats.com

Mimiís Organic Exchange has been part of events at Yoga Now, Leeway Room, Creative Expo at the Chicago Cultural Center, Milwaukee Avenue Arts Festival, Ravenswood Art Walk, Meet and Greets,Teen Living Program Benefit, Parking Day, Carbon Day, Building Blocks, Greenheart Shop and Rock the Earth volunteering.

Future events includes Rock the Earth www.rocktheearth.org
volunteer training on Saturday, November, 14th 3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago and a Happy Hour Meet and Greet at the Heartland Cafe www.heartlandcafe.com 7000 N. Glenwood, Chicago on Tuesday, December 8th 5:30- 9:00pm.

MOE has been featured in Ideal Bite, Time Out Chicago, Mindful Metropolis, Local First Chicago, A Fresh Squeeze and The Reader.

Vendors, musicians and others interested in the MOE Market may contact Mimi Clayton at: info@mimisorganicexchange.com or 773.991.3835. For updates and scheduling of MOE events, visit www.mimisorganicexchange.com

Mimi’s Organic Exchange is not just an event, it’s an experience. It’s a way of life.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH ARTISANS

: Magickal Cycle

Mimi Clayton Photography
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton
Photography. Mimi has carried a camera and taken photos for as long as she can remember catching candid moments. She has been formally doing photography over 6 years. Mimi discovered Richard Stromberg’s classes riding her bike down Lincoln Ave. and jumped head first into photography. Mimi is drawn to photograph natural expressions, CARPE DIEM moments, as well as being able to capture the essence that others may fail to notice. She has been diverse in taking photos for photography shows, headshots, high school senior photos, weddings, music venues, documenting art shows, outdoor activities and special occasions. The pure enjoyment of photography, lighting and seeing life in a different way, keeps Mimi’s creativity and fascination alive. It is her way of journaling, embracing the visions and enjoying the MAGICKAL CYCLE . For more info, visit www.gallery.me.com/mimisorganicexchange or email mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com 773.991.3835

Transformations
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton
Massage Therapy. Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC, has a B.A. in Sports Medicine, has been a bodywork professional for 17 years and is the owner of a 10 year old clinical massage therapy practice. Mimi is an educator and a Reiki Master. She has taught and clinically supervised student teaching at the Soma Institute and has worked in various settings including physical therapy center, fitness clubs, corporate chair massage and a spa. Mimi is also a certified Athletic Trainer and her clients include elite marathoners and triathletes. Mimi incorporates neuromuscular, deep tissue, sports, thai yoga, reflexology and energy work in her treatments to customize each client’s treatment. For more info visit http://mimisorganicexchange.com/healing/massage-self-care-opportunities/ or call Mimi 773.991.3835

Lotus Body Botanicals
Maria Falce
Self-Care Products. A wide variety of healing products for the whole family. Healing oils, salts, salves, balms, butters and teas designed to restore inner balance and stimulate healing from within. Lotus Body’s Botanical line works on 3 levels, physical, emotional and spiritual gently guiding your body to itís fullest potential of Health and honoring the wholeness in Life. All of the products are handcrafted in small batches so that they are always fresh for you and your family! Lotus Body is founded and run by Maria J. Falce. Maria is an integral healer who is trained in Craniosacral Therapy, pre- and peri-natal massage therapy, energy work and aromatherapy / botanicals. For more info, visit www.lotusbody.com or email lotusbody@gmail.com 866.568.8726

Living Room Gallery
MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder
Painter and Digital Photographer. An artist in her own right, is going to be featured at Red Dot during the Basel Miami Art Fair this December 2-4. Large scale pieces as large as 8 feet by 3 will be showing. They are consciously created with renewable, low voc and long lived materials that can be reused.

She has curated several shows on environmental themes since 1999, most recently at the Ravenswood Art Walk during and as a part of Chicago Artists’ Month.

Her work has been displayed nationally and internationally, in museums and private collections. Her work has been displayed locally at Navy Pier, Grant Park, and Oak Park; nationally at The Rockford Gallery in Rockford, Maine, the Art Center in Orinda, California and the New York Art Expo, and internationally, at the first abstract art show in Jeddah Saudi Arabia where she was the only woman artist. Diane’s work has also been featured in the Oak Park Wednesday Journal and the Chicago Tribune.

Diane owned the Living Room Gallery, a multidisciplinary art space, was featured in a PBS documentary of an art series benefiting Sarah’s Inn, a womenís shelter, and has been artist in residence with the Art House, an artist’s cooperative. Diane showed at the Lincoln Park Art Fair and at the Chicago Cultural center in the Mark di Suervo sculpture, “The Peace Tower”. For more info, email zert@sbcglobal.net 708.557.0115

Angelynx
John Sacelli
Urban Shaman. Yale University BA Philosophy, has spent 40 years exploring alternative therapies, spiritual paths, healing, and shamanism. While experiencing a series of Shamanic Visions, he met his totem Lynx (links) who introduced him to a series of inter-dimensional, alternative and past life adventures, and also to the subject of ëAngelish, the Original Languageí. Words are spelled because they are castings of spells. Words are placed in sentences because we are sentenced to live by the spells we cast. Angelish, the ëOriginal Languageí, is the base for the angeLynx Oracle, developed by Poet-Intuitive John Sacelli in conjunction with Visionary Artist Chris Deschaine. John lives and works in Chicago. He will be on hand giving private readings. For more info, visit www.johnsacelli.org or email salynx@yahoo.com 773.761.0252

Wacky Cats Vintage
Karen Krawitz
Vintage. An avid collector of vintage clothing and accessories for over 20 years. Her online store has great vintage goodies, and she always has items for auction on Ebay. Karen is a very discerning seller and buyer, and only carries items that are in very good vintage condition that she would be proud to wear herself! She specializes in fabulous mens and womens vintage clothing, accessories and home furnishings from the 1920′s-1970′s. For more info, visit www.wackycats.com or email wackycats13@gmail.com 773.929.6701

Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps
Eleanor Reily
Self-Care Products. Owner and creative director of Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps, has been using and making spa quality beauty products made from fresh, safe and organic ingredients right from the kitchen for over 30 years. She works in the Chicago region to educate and empower adults in her popular Green Spa series, using her talents and personal experiences to teach us recipes and suggestions for safe and beneficial cleansers, moisturizers and more to take care of our skin like Mother Nature intended. A popular writer and accomplished public speaker on all things Green, she has a strong and loyal following of others who advocate a more balanced, conscious and earth-friendly lifestyle. These fine soaps are handcrafted in small batches, using only the finest natural, organic (whenever possible) ingredients. Scented with essential oils, herbs and spices, they are made without chemical sudsing agents or preservatives. Only pure vegetable and mineral colors are used. These soaps are created to be mild and gentle, yet many soaps address specific skin conditions, and can be used by the most chemically-sensitive people. Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps is dedicated to supporting an environmentally-conscious, “green” system of design, manufacture, and merchandising, utilizing locally-produced, fairly traded materials. All soaps are vegetable-based, using a variety of oils, butters and plant extracts For more info, visit www.eleanorsoaps.com or email Eleanor@eleanorsoaps.com 773.339.1073

Didier Nolet Paintings and Pastels
Didier Nolet
Paintings and Pastels. An artist who was born and raised in Paris, France. He wanted to be an artist since a very young age. For many years every summer he traveled throughout France with his parents. These trips left a very strong impression on him. At the age of eighteen he entered the Beaux-Arts School in Paris to study painting. This is also something that had a strong impact on him. He finally could be himself and could do what he wanted to do the most in the world: to paint.

After he met a young American who was traveling through France, he moved to Chicago in 1979. She became his wife. This move had a strange effect on him. It brought back many of his childhood memories. These memories were so strong that he knew he had to put them on canvas. He started to paint imaginary landscapes that reflect a blending of his childhood memories (he never uses photographs or any other visual support). Over time, these paintings became more and more an expression of his state of mind, which in turn was affected directly by what happened in his life. Some paintings came out serene, others dark and somber.

More recently he started a new series of paintings (some very large) reflecting the storms of his life; big crushing waves and surf. His paintings are started with very small sketches. He then paints small oil studies and finishes with a large piece. He always allows himself the possibility of changing anything while he is working on the final painting. He does not want to simply copy the studies. Didier Nolet has been showing in Chicago and across the United States since 1980. The Chicago Cultural Center and the Rockford Art Museum in Rockford, Illinois both organized a ten-year survey of his work. He has shown in many galleries in Chicago, including Struve Gallery, Eva Cohen Gallery, Ann Nathan Gallery, Lydon FineArt, and Perimeter Gallery. He has exhibited in Laguna Beach, California at Shona Gallery, Munson Gallery in Santa Fe, MC Gallery in Minneapolis, Suzanne Brown Gallery in Scottsdale, and Marilyn Pearl Gallery in New York City.

Nolet is represented in numerous corporate art collections throughout the United States, has won many prizes and awards for his work including an Illinois Arts Council Fellowship, and has been the subject of dozens of newspaper and magazine articles over the years. For more info, visit www.didiernolet.com or email didiernolet@aol.com 773.470.7833

Elizabeth Kline Designs
Elizabeth Kline
Handmade Jewelry. Made for casual wear, special events, or anything in between. Created in 2007, EKD is Elizabeth’s newest creative foray. She is also an actor working in Chicago. She has been working with metals, semiprecious stones, and glass beads since 1999, when a love of jewelry became a love for design. Elizabeth expanded her interest in simple beading and wire work to include metalworking in 2002, when she began her studies at Lill Street Art Center in Chicago. This created many more possibilities to explore, be it hand-forged items, enameling, or casting molten metal. She has stayed with Lill Street to this day, where she continues to expand her horizons. Lately, the recent birth of her son has kept her away from the more hazardous lines of metalworking. The newest focus is creating sculptural designs for centerpieces of adornment – necklaces, earrings, and bracelets – with wire or fine silver, which is kiln-fired in her home studio, then “dressed up” to create the pieces you see today. For more info, visit www.eklinedesigns.com and www.eklinedesigns.etsy.com or email e-kline@sbcglobal.net 773.339.6694

Cloud Gate Acupuncture
Kate Rudigier
Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified Chinese Herbologist. Kate Rudigier is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Illinois and nationally board certified in Chinese herbology. She received her Masters in Science and Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) in 2006. Kate specializes in the treatment of pain syndromes including chronic pain, joint pain, back and shoulder pain, and migraines. Watch for her TV debut discussing the treatment and prevention of migraine headaches using acupuncture and Chinese Herbs on CLTV (coming soon!).

In addition to her acupuncture practice, Kate creates one of a kind gemstone earrings and necklaces. Gemstones were created in the earth over millions of years and with the forces of nature (the five elements: fire, earth, metal, water, wood) and therefore are infused with these positive energies. The energetic properties of gemstones can be utilized by having them around us, so why not enjoy their beauty by wearing them? Kate likes to think about combinations of gemstones, not just how they look aesthetically, but how their energies function together: the harmonizing quality of pearls with the cleansing of rose quartz or the energy tonification of rubies. It’s great fun!” For more info visit www.cloudgateacupuncture.com or email krudigier@hotmail.com 773.617.2951

Cydney M. Lewis

Fine Artist. While walking the streets of Chicago, Cydney looked up and noticed several plastic bags trapped in a tree. Others were floating in the air. More tumbling along the ground. At first she took them as litter, as so many do. Cydney has taken her life experience and shared it through her art. She draws her inspiration from her surroundings relying on the experiences in her daily life, her relationships with friends, family and accomplices. She hopes to create an awareness of our life in progress and the obligation to find its brilliance and truthfulness through all the anxiety and uncertainties that encircle us. Her jewelry adornments are a reminder of how we can create beauty, by transforming a useful, yet harmful material into a work of art. Art is Essential. For more info, visit www.meartcy.com or email cydney@meartcy.com 312.949.1311

Cindy Huston Asian Bodywork
ABT,BA Degree in Dance
Asain Body Therapist. Cindy graduated Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Her modalities include Thai, Shiatsu, Tui Na, Circluatory, Deep Tissue, and Trigger Point. Cindy thrives to creatively continue exploring the body potential to naturally heal and it’s infinite possibilities to express through all traditional and non-traditional forms of movement. Born in Iowa, she has accredited 13+ years of teaching and choreography experience to ages 3-adult. Cindy’s choreography has appeared throughout the region. In 2002, she performed as an Entertainment Character at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. In May 2003, she received a BA in dance at the University of Iowa. Performance credits include: Sarasota Opera House, Walt Disney World, MidTangent Productions, Culture Shock Chicago, Weave Soundpainting Orchestra, Subtext Dance “Playing in Traffic” project, and dancing back up for solo vocal artists just to name a few. She is currently an instructor of dance and yoga at Lakeshore Athletic Club Lincoln Park. Cindy’s Self Declaration: “My purpose in life is to support and educate communities on ways to achieve a healthy and clear lifestyle that serves their life path. By becoming aware of what we surround our bodies and lives with, we can create body awareness of movement and self expression to maintain a clear energy flow.” For more info, email chicadanz@aol.com 319.721.9060

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th ARTISANS

Mimi Clayton Photography- see info for Dec 6th Market
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton
www.gallery.me.com/mimisorganicexchange

Transformations- see info for Dec 6th Market
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton
http://mimisorganicexchange.com/healing/massage-self-care-opportunities/

Lotus Body Botanicals- see info for Dec 6th Market
Maria Falce
www.lotusbody.com

Living Room Gallery- see info for Dec 6th Market
MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder

Wacky Cats Vintage- see info for Dec 6th Market
Karen Krawitz
www.wackycats.com

Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps- see info for Dec 6th Market
Eleanor Reily
www.eleanorsoaps.com

Didier Nolet Paintings and Pastels- see info for Dec 6th Market
Didier Nolet
www.didiernolet.com

Cydney M. Lewis- see info for Dec 6th Market

www.meartcy.com

Raw Creations, LLC
Jason Janiak
Raw/Vegan Desserts. A company focused on creating the purest Raw/Vegan and allergy restricted desserts that not only taste good, but also are good for you. Our desserts are free from allergy triggers such as Wheat/Gluten, Soy, Corn, and Dairy, while catering to those on a sodium restricted diet, as well as those with sugar sensitivities by using only natural non-processed sugars such as dates and agave. These desserts contain only the purest Raw/Organic ingredients, and have not been heated at extreme temperatures, to allow for the enzymes, minerals, and life giving nutrients to remain intact. Raw Creations is also a big proponent of Organic foods, and as such has had all products Certified Organic. Their goal is to allow almost anyone to enjoy these delectable desserts, and feel good about eating them. They also focus on the environment by using environmentally friendly packaging made from corn, and plant cellulose. For more info, visit www.raw-creations.com or email info@raw-creations.com 708.212.8694.

MAKA designs
Alexandra Jamroz
Handmade Jewelry. MAKA designs is inspired by nature and architecture. The use of simple shapes combined with semi-precious stones, pearls, glass, and recycled materials create a timeless balance, which can be worn everyday. Most recently a new line has been introduced under MAKA designs. Twenty yoga positions have been hand drawn and transfered onto sterling silver. The finished product is a pendent on either a sterling silver chain or a black earth- friendly waxed cotton cord. For more info, visit www.makadesigns.etsy.com or email MAKAdesigns@aol.com 773.516.1461

Urban Worm Girl
Stephanie Davies and Amber Gribben
Composting. Urban Worm Girl’s calling is to educate the community on composting with worms, also known as vermiculture. By recycling our kitchen waste using the wisdom and efficiency of Red Wiggler worms, we reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and at the same time return vital nutrients to the earth. Best of all, it is simple, clean and odorless. Whether in your house, condo, or apartment, worm composting is a reminder of our interconnectedness to the earth and all of its living beings. Return your goodness to the earth. Minimize your waste. Feed your garden, houseplants, and the earth. Worms Ate My Garbage! Throw a worm party with your friends, donate a worm bin to your children’s school, order in-home set up and instruction, or purchase your equipment here. Urban Worm Girl will provide you with all the education, hands-on instruction, set-up and supplies you need to begin your adventures in worm composting! For more info, visit www.urbanwormgirl.com or email info@urbanwormgirl.com 773.355.4804

Rebecca Pollock, LMT

Herbalist. In today’s hectic hustle and bustle Rebecca provides a tranquil path to your inner self. Offering customized massage therapy, Thai massage, Hot stone massage, chair massage and herbal consultations both individuals work together to achieve your wellness goals. Every session incorporates the use of an organic product line, Moon Gulch Medicinals, created by Rebecca and her sister. With over 13 years of experience in the massage and wellness field she focuses on finding the right techniques for you. In addition to massage therapy she offers herbal consultations to find herbal supplements that will bring your body back in balance. New services starting next year will include Shiatsu, Moxa and Cupping. Her studio is located conveniently on the corner of Damen and North Avenue in Bucktown. Healing from the heart of the earth and the power within. For more info, visit www.harmonywellnessgroup.com or email rebeccapollock6@gmail.com 239.405.3136

Zieve Studios

Michael Zieve

Paintings/Pastels/ Custom Finishes. For over twenty years Michael has been working concurrently as a fine artist, muralist and decorative painter/plasterer. As a young artist h exhibited his artwork in Chicago throughout the Midwest and in Europe. After living in Chicago for twenty years he relocated to Northwest Indiana in 1994.

In 1997 he created historical murals at the U.S. Post Office in Rolling Prairie, IN. and in 2007 he created a suite of sculptural paintings for Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. His work hangs in many Health Care Centers and private residences in the Chicago area.

For Michael, the beauty of painting resides in the meaning intrinsic to every mark, form and color relationship. These formal qualities create a nonverbal language that tells stories. The stories that emerge in his work often include figures that embody archetypal energies. Sometimes these ‘deities’ reveal themselves spontaneously in the landscape, personifications of a ‘presence’ that suffuses the natural world. In addition to his work as an artist, Michael facilitates intuitive painting workshops. For more info visit, www.michaelzieve.com and his commercial work at www.zievestudios.com or email mlzieve@yahoo.com 219.871.2094

MASSAGE, SELF-CARE and OPPORTUNITIES

Dear MOE Community, This is an introduction to Mimi Clayton, Founder and Executive Director of Mimi’s Organic Exchange. Mimi not only runs the MOE network, she is an experienced Clinical Massage Therapist and business woman.

Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC
Neuromuscular Massage, Sports Massage & Reiki Master
Call for an Appointment: 773.991.3835

Two convenient locations: Downtown or Northcenter. To schedule a massage, please call Mimi at 773.991.3835

Promotions For December:

$20 off first time clients
Buy 5 get 1 free, Buy 10 get 3 free
Refer 1 client, get $20 off your massage
Refer three, get a free massage
Buy a gift certificate, receive $20 off your massage

Regular Prices: 60 min $80 90 min $120

Benefits of Massage

Balances the mind, body and spirit
Improves circulation and decreases toxins
Relaxes tight muscles and improves mobilization
Helps break down scar tissue and adhesions
Prevents Injury
Fortifies immune system
Soothes away daily stresses
Relieves pain and discomfort during and after pregnancy
Promotes general health and wellness

For more info on massage, please visit www.amtamassage.org

Transformations
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton, CMT, ATC, has a B.A. in Sports Medicine, has been a bodywork professional for 17 years and is the owner of a 10 year old clinical massage therapy practice. Mimi is an educator and a Reiki Master. She has taught and clinically supervised student teaching at the Soma Institute and has worked in various settings including physical therapy center, fitness clubs, corporate chair massage, spa, Chicago Marathon and a other outdoor events. Mimi is also a certified Athletic Trainer and her clients include elite marathoners, cyclists and triathletes . She is a rehab specialist, as well as a healer. Mimi incorporates neuromuscular, deep tissue, sports, thai yoga, reflexology and energy work in her treatments to customize each client’s treatment. For more info visit http://mimisorganicexchange.com/healing/massage-self-care-opportunities/ or call Mimi 773.991.3835

Treat Your Body
Lotus Body Products are currently available through Mimi. She will have them at the holiday markets in December also. For more info, email mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com
or call Mimi at 773.991.3835.

A wide variety of healing products for the whole family. Healing oils, salts, salves, balms, butters and teas designed to restore inner balance and stimulate healing from within. Lotus Bodyís Botanical line works on 3 levels, physical, emotional and spiritual gently guiding your body to it’s fullest potential of Health and honoring the wholeness in Life. All of the products are handcrafted in small batches so that they are always fresh for you and your family! Lotus Body is founded and run by Maria J. Falce. Maria is an integral healer who is trained in Craniosacral Therapy, pre- and peri-natal massage therapy, energy work and aromatherapy / botanicals. For more product info, visit www.lotusbody.com

Looking for an intimate seminar or classroom space?
Mimi has space for up to twenty to meet. Quiet, residential, and well suited for training and educational meetings, with full kitchen facilities and optional catering.
If interested, please email Mimi at mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com
or call 773.991.3835

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

jenberman — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:03:17 +0000

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

CONTACT:Mimi Clayton
www.mimisorganicexchange.com
info@mimisorganicexchange.com
773.991.3835

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MIMI’S ORGANIC EXCHANGE (MOE) HOLIDAY MARKET
3840 N. Bell Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

Sunday, December 6th 2pm-7pm and Sunday, December 13th 2pm-7pm

MOE has been featured in Ideal Bite, Time Out Chicago, Mindful Metropolis, Local First Chicago, A Fresh Squeeze and The Reader.

Mimi’s Organic Exchange is not just an event, it’s an experience. It’s a way of life.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH ARTISANS

: Magickal Cycle

She has curated several shows on environmental themes since 1999, most recently at the Ravenswood Art Walk during and as a part of Chicago Artists’ Month.

Cydney M. Lewis

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th ARTISANS

Mimi Clayton Photography- see info for Dec 6th Market
MOE Executive Founder and Director, Mimi Clayton
www.gallery.me.com/mimisorganicexchange

Living Room Gallery- see info for Dec 6th Market
MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder

Wacky Cats Vintage- see info for Dec 6th Market
Karen Krawitz
www.wackycats.com

Cydney M. Lewis- see info for Dec 6th Market

www.meartcy.com

Rebecca Pollock, LMT

Upcoming Nov.-Dec. Events

jenberman — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:49:35 +0000

CHI-KA-GO Multi-media Dance Party, Sunday, November 8th, 7:30pm-Midnight

Introducing CHI-KA-GO – a multi-media dance party with DJ’s CarlaStarla and DJSinse. Art, poetry, music, and healers, at Yoga Now, 742 N. Lasalle Suite 201. $10 admission.

Come for the 8 pm opening ceremony Gong Meditation with Jana Scalziti and loosen up with some yoga stretches with Amy Treciokas. Body work by Cindy Huston and Jen Berman and AngeLynx readings on offering basis. John Sacelli in the Poet’s Corner reading from his new book Lynx in Time. Photography exhibit by Mimi Clayton.

CHI! the life force; KA – Egyptian for Spirit-Soul; GO – the game of stragegies. CHI-KA-GO – Life-Force Strategies of the Soul.

Check out the CHI-KA-GO facebook page.

Recycle Me Organic Tees November Sale

Recycle Me Organic Tees is a member of our great MOE Network and is offering a friends and family discount throughout November. Recycle Me is a local environmentally responsible clothing company, and is offering a 25% discount on all online orders when you use code “friends” the entire month of November. Please share the coupon with your friends and family. MOE & Recycle Me also encourages you to think about the environment when you are planning your holiday shopping this year.

Rock the Earth Volunteer Training Class: Saturday, November 14th, 12pm-2pm

So what Rocks your Earth???

We only have few spots left for Rock the Earth volunteer training. This is your chance to volunteer for a well-respected, grassroots environmental organization that partners with the music community to educate and bring awareness about environmental initiatives and protecting our earth. Based out of Denver, Chicago now has a growing team of volunteers who work various concerts and eco-friendly events all over the area, year round.

If you love live music, and have been looking for a way to donate your time – consider Rock the Earth! Training will offer a historical and current background about the organization, plus the ins and outs of tabling an event, a chance to meet like-minded friends and the opportunity to sign up for upcoming events. Limited space for this training, please contact Sara at sara.pekar@gmail.com or call 815.715.1114 to reserve your spot! For more info, visit www.rocktheearth.org

Giving Thanks for the Music: Sunday, November 22, 2009, 8:00pm-11:30pm

Resident Chicago Musician Zach Livingston and Studio BE, NFP team up the Sunday before Thanks Giving for a one night musical event:

‘Giving Thanks to the Music…an evening of emerging musicians’

Tickets are $10 and available now at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87256

This event is a special holiday showcase aimed at featuring brilliant new, young, an emerging musicians performing original acoustic jams. These talented artists play for the love of it, write music for the power in it, offer up their souls to it, and we are spending an evening giving thanks… to the music that makes life worth living.

Studio BE is the hottest new Performing Arts Studio in the city. Located in the heart of the Lakeview area of Chicago, at 3110 N. Sheffield Ave, just steps off the Belmont El. Studio BE is home to a wide variety of performances ranging from improv, stand up comedy, dance, variety acts and music.

Giving Thanks to the Music features the tunes of:

The Fast Bullets

Tiffany Strietelmeier

Lauren Maul “Lauren Maul with her Songs for Children”.

Dan of Alive Day

Zach Livingston

Oh Yeah! Studio BE is a BYOB venue! What is BYOB? BRING YOUR OWN BOOZE! That’s right… buy it at the store for cheap. Bring it in to the event and enjoy Giving Thanks at Studio BE with the pleasure of your preferred adult beverage at the frugal prices of your local liquor store. Studio Be reserves the right to card anybody who looks younger than 35 years of age. They have a concession stand and sell ice, cups, mixers, and snacks. Email info@studio-be.org your mixer requests and they will do their best to have your mixer at the concession stand!

MOE Holiday Markets: Sunday, December 6th and Sunday, December 13th, 2-7pm

Think globally, enjoy locally: Give the gift of sustainability! We’re featuring a select group of MOE vendors.

Sunday, December 6th 2pm-7pm
Sunday, December 13th 2pm-7pm.

The Holiday Market of Mimi’s Organic Exchange is the perfect place to shop local, unwind and learn about sustainable living. Items for sale range from essentials to one-of-a-kind. Local artisans will showcase a variety of products, including clothing and accessories, art, massage, photography, jewelry, self-care products and home decor. We invite you to support your community and learn how local artisans create sustainable living and a greener tomorrow.

Vendors, musicians and others interested in the MOE Holiday Market may contact Mimi Clayton at mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com or call 773.991.3835.
For updates and scheduling of MOE events, visit www.mimisorganicexchange.com

MOE December Happy Hour: Tuesday, December 8th, 5:30pm-9:00pm at the Heartland Cafe

Join us in December at The Heartland Cafe in Roger’s Park for drinks, snacks and great conversation. Meet the MOE team, network members and have some fun!

Enjoy the Harvest with Friends, Music & Food

jenberman — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:43:36 +0000

FALL HARVEST FEST

October 23, 2009

4:00pm-9:00pm

3840 N. Bell, Chicago

CELEBRATE THE HARVEST! Enjoy food, drink and music with MOE Community Members.

: Magickal Cycle

Mimi Clayton Photography

MOE Executive Director, Mimi Clayton

Photographer. Mimi has carried a camera and taken photos for as long as she can remember catching candid moments. She has been formally doing photography over 6 years. Mimi discovered Richard Stromberg’s classes riding her bike down Lincoln Ave. and jumped head first into photography. Mimi is drawn to photograph natural expressions, CARPE DIEM moments, as well as being able to capture the essence that others may fail to notice. She has been diverse in taking photos for photography shows, headshots, high school senior photos, weddings, documenting art shows, outdoor activities and special occasions. The pure enjoyment of photography, lighting and seeing life in a different way, keeps Mimi’s creativity and fascination alive. It is her way of journaling and embracing the visions. For more info, visitwww.gallery.me.com/mimisorganicexchange or email mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com 773.991.3835

Lotus Body Botanicals

Maria Falce

Metabody Studio

MOE Executive Team Member, Marketing, Jen Berman

Reiki Master-Practitioner. Reiki means Universal Life-Force Energy, and is a form of bodywork like acupuncture or massage. Modern Reiki originated in Japan, and is based on the principal that the undisturbed flow and balance of energy in and around the body is the basis for health and wellness on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. Blocked or stagnant energy can manifest as stress, pain, illness or disease. Jen opened Metabody Studio in 2008 and has worked steadily as a professional Reiki Practitioner since that time. For more info, email metabodystudio@gmail.com 773.968.6740

Living Room Gallery

MOE Executive Curator, Diane Ponder

Painter and digital photographer. Her work has been displayed locally at Navy Pier, Grant Park, and Oak Park; nationally at The Rockford Gallery in Rockford, Maine, the Art Center in Orinda, California and the New York Art Expo, and internationally, at the first abstract art show in Jeddah Saudi Arabia where she was the only woman artist. Diane’s work has also been featured in the Oak Park Wednesday Journal and the Chicago Tribune. Diane owned the Living Room Gallery, a multidisciplinary art space, was featured in a PBS documentary of an art series benefiting Sarah’s Inn, a women’s shelter, and has been artist in residence with the Art House, an artist’s cooperative. Diane showed at the Lincoln Park Art Fair and at the Chicago Cultural center in the Mark di Suervo sculpture, “The Peace Tower”. For more info, emailzert@sbcglobal.net 708.557.0115

Fair Earth

Holly Elzinga

A socially conscious and earth-friendly company that produces and markets high quality FAIR TRADE merchandise from East Africa. The designs blend contemporary style with ethnic flair, and are produced by local artisans with sustainable local materials. They abide by Fair Trade principles by paying artisans a living wage and maintaining consistent relationships with them. Fair Earth is working towards a sustainable, poverty-free world.They are dedicated to advocating fairness and equity in the consumer market, producing high quality products, and putting people first. This is done by: providing a sustainable income for talented and hard-working artisans by promoting the production and distribution of their art, maintaining a strong commitment to Fair Trade principles in all of their dealings with artisans and their products and providing customers with both authentic and quality-made artifacts as well as an opportunity to directly support African artisans. For more info, visit www.ourfairearth.com or email info@ourfairearth.com 630.532.7050

Raw Creations, LLC

Jason Janiak

A company focused on creating the purest Raw/Vegan and allergy restricted desserts that not only taste good, but also are good for you. Our desserts are free from allergy triggers such as Wheat/Gluten, Soy, Corn, and Dairy, while catering to those on a sodium restricted diet, as well as those with sugar sensitivities by using only natural non-processed sugars such as dates and agave. These desserts contain only the purest Raw/Organic ingredients, and have not been heated at extreme temperatures, to allow for the enzymes, minerals, and life giving nutrients to remain intact. Raw Creations is also a big proponent of Organic foods, and as such has had all products Certified Organic. Our goal is to allow almost anyone to enjoy these delectable desserts, and feel good about eating them. We also focus on the environment by using environmentally friendly packaging made from corn, and plant cellulose. For more info, visit www.raw-creations.com or email info@raw-creations.com 708.212.8694.

: Shamanic Lynx

Angelynx

John Sacelli

Yale University BA Philosophy, has spent 40 years exploring alternative therapies, spiritual paths, healing, and shamanism. While experiencing a series of Shamanic Visions, he met his totem Lynx (links) who introduced him to a series of inter-dimensional, alternative and past life adventures, and also to the subject of ‘Angelish, the Original Language’. Words are spelled because they are castings of spells. Words are placed in sentences because we are sentenced to live by the spells we cast. Angelish, the ‘Original Language’, is the base for the angeLynx Oracle, developed by Poet-Intuitive John Sacelli in conjunction with Visionary Artist Chris Deschaine. John lives and works in Chicago. He will be on hand giving private readings. For more info, visit www.johnsacelli.org or email salynx@yahoo.com773.761.0252.

Wacky Cats Vintage

Karen Krawitz

An avid collector of vintage clothing and accessories for over 20 years. Her online store has great vintage goodies, and she always has items for auction on Ebay. Karen is a very discerning seller and buyer, and only carries items that are in very good vintage condition that she would be proud to wear herself!She specializes in fabulous mens & womens vintage clothing, accessories and home furnishings from the 1920’s – 1970’s. For more info, visit www.wackycats.com or emailwackycats@gmail.com 312.719.1893

Hand Painted Functional Creations

Marilyn Grad

Only non-toxic materials are used, beginning with quality wood boxes in different styles and sizes, colorful blends of acrylic paint (NO LEAD PAINT!), found, recycled and natural materials, and then finished with a glossy polyurethane varnish. They are colorful, “feel good” works of art; eclectic by design and all individually hand painted. They are designed to be given, inspire, worn and adorn. The line of mixed media wood boxes includeSpecialty for Take Out menus, Tea Bags, Jewelry, and Friendship; Asian/Buddha inspired with some Eastern philosophy mixed in; Textured Sheesham Wood Bangles; and Wall Art. In a land of mass production, this is a refreshing alternative for anyone looking for one-of-a kind custom gifts or adding to their home decor. For more info, visit www.marilyngrad.com or email info@www.marilyngrad.com773.935.0351

Imagine the Essence

Sean Johnson

“World Class” Handmade Incense and Body Oils. They use Essential Oils and no chemicals. The incense are crafted very well and the Incense burns like it smells. The difference of well crafted handmade incense and other incense is just better QUALITY! For more info, emailseankjohnson@aol.com Coming soon:www.imaginetheessence.com 708.369.0303

Balance Boards and Beams

Liz Kantorski

Handcrafted wooden balance boards and low balance beams covered in a variety of colorful upholstery fabric. Great for exercise, relaxation, working on balance and coordination, and FUN! All ages, from the littlest ones to adults, enjoy rocking back and forth on a board by themselves or with a partner. Many sizes, styles and fabics are available and custom made to order. For more info, email katntorski@gmail.com 847.866.6105

Rock the Earth

Sara Pekar

Rock the Earth (RtE) works closely with the music industry and its fans, many of whom are concerned with the fate of our public lands, air and water. They act as advocates to ensure the existence of a sustainable and healthy environment for all. Further, they aim to represent those individuals and communities whose environment or natural surroundings are directly and adversely affected by the actions of others. Rock the Earth, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, national public interest environmental advocacy organization, is committed to protecting and defending America’s natural resources through partnerships with the music industry and the world-wide environmental community. Rock the Earth is dedicated to bringing about positive and beneficial environmental consequences on behalf of members of the music industry through the means of active litigation and negotiation

Volunteering: On Saturday, Nov. 14th, 2009 in Chicago, IL RtE will be offering an onsite training for those interested in learning more about the organization. Learn how you can attend various concerts and local events that bring awareness to Rock the Earth and environmental issues, make new, like-minded friends, and become a part of a growing and respected nonprofit organization. Limited space for this training, please contact Sara at sara.pekar@gmail.com to reserve your spot! For more info, visitwww.rocktheearth.org 815.715.1114

September MOE Local Market this weekend (12th & 13th)

jenberman — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:44:37 +0000

Mimi’s Organic Exchange
and Leeway Room
855 West Blackhawk Street
Chicago, IL 60642 USA

Saturday, September 12th 12:00 – 7:00 pm

Sunday, September 13th 12:00 – 6:00 pm

Think globally, Enjoy locally.

The Local Market of Mimi’s Organic Exchange is the perfect place to shop local, unwind and learn about sustainable living. Items for sale range from essentials to one-of-a-kind. Local artisans will showcase a variety of products, including clothing and accessories, art, jewelry, stationary and home decor. Meet great holistic health and wellness service providers. Enjoy presentations and performances by featured local musicians, all conveniently located at 855 West Blackhawk, in the North Ave shopping corridor between REI on Halsted and Whole Foods on Kingsbury.

We invite you to support your community and learn how local artisans create sustainable living and a greener tomorrow

Mimi’s Organic Exchange is not just an event. It’s an experience. It’s a way of life.

SEPTEMBER LOCAL MARKET VENDORS

Nicolet Candle Company: Sustainable Soy Candles

Metabody Studio: Reiki Holistic Healing

Wacky Cats Vintage: Vintage Clothing and Accessories

Look For Fiddleheads: USA Organic Cotton Tees

Kitten In The Engine: USA Organic Cotton Tees

Kula Artwork: Unique Bohemian Jewelry

Lotus Body Botanicals: Organic Body Care

Chapter One Organics:Organic Cotton Baby Clothes

Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps: Organic Body Care

Elizabeth Kline Jewelry: Hand-Forged Jewelry

7 Transformations: Chair Massage

Emily Wiser Jewelry: Handmade Jewelry

SEPTEMBER LOCAL MARKET MUSICIANS

Jeremy Richards

Saturday, September 12th 2:00pm & Sunday, September 13th, 2:30 pm

Zach Livingston

Saturday, September 12th 5:00 pm

Brian McCullough

Sunday, September 13th 1:00pm

Brendan Cleary

Sunday September 13th, 4:00 pm

SEPTEMBER LOCAL MARKET PRESENTATIONS

Eleanor Reily, Owner, Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps

Saturday, September 12th, 2:00 pm

Green Spa at Home

Sunday, September 13th 2:30pm

Little Green Sprouts

Ada Ferrell, LMT, Certified Infant Massage Instructor:

Sunday, September 13th 4:00pm

Infant Massage

855 West Blackhawk, Chicago, IL

Vendors, musicians and others interested in the MOE Market may contact Mimi Clayton at mimisorganicexchange@gmail.com or 773.991.3835.

Held at Leeway Room: www.leetracy.com

Photos at www.gallery.me.com/mimisorganicexchange

Mimi's Organic Exchange » CLOTHING

OFF THE GRID EVENTS

JUMP INTO THE LIGHT IN 2010

RESTRUCTURING REALITY

Friday, June 4, 2010 7pm-10:30pm

A SHAMANIC ARTS WORKSHOP:

Potluck, Songs and Snacks: Sunday, June 6, 2010 2-5pm

Workshops with Louise Cloutier, Vocal Instigator

Pets @ Paulina: Saturday, June 5, 2010 12pm-3pm

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit: Opening Night: June 18th, 2010 7pm-10pm

DJ Limbs and Butter release their debut single “Mad Jazz Noodle” b/w “The Wimp”: Friday, June 18, 2010 9pm-12am

Living La Vida Verde Saturday, June 19, 2010 10am-9pm

Green Music Fest 2010: Saturday, June 26, 2010 and Sunday, June 27, 2010 Noon-10pm

Groovin’ to Your Soul Events

Summer Camp Music Festival

May 28, 29 and 30

RESTRUCTURING REALITY

A SHAMANIC ARTS WORKSHOP

Friday, June 4, 2010 7pm-10:30pm

Potluck, Songs and Snacks: Sunday, June 6, 2010 2-5pm

Workshops with Louise Cloutier, Vocal Instigator

Pets @ Paulina: Sunday, June 6, 2010 12pm-3pm

Janet Kohl’s Restoration of Spirit: Opening Night: June 18th, 2010 7pm-10pm

Living La Vida Verde Saturday, June 19, 2010 10am-9pm

Announcing Chicagoland Classes in: Defensor Method of FilipinoMartial Arts with Filipino Kali-Eskrima Academy of Chicago

Earth Day: Here we come!

CHI! KA! GO! Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:30pm – Midnight

Spring Fever! RECYCLE ME’S GOT IT!: Sale ends March 15, 2010

School and Studio Open House: Sunday, March 21, 2010 2-5pm, FREE

2010 Creative Chicago Expo: Saturday, April 10, 2010 10am-4pm

GARDEN OF EDEN ART SHOW: Late April: Date TBA

40th Anniversary of Earth Day Thursday, April 22, 2010

AVOID CABIN FEVER upcoming events

2010 Lunar New Year Parade

CHI! KA! GO! Sunday, February 14th, 2010: 7:30pm – Midnight

Mix, Mingle and Meet the Experts: February 17th, 6:00pm-9:00pm

JUMP INTO THE LIGHT IN 2010

Treat Your Body

Looking for an intimate seminar or classroom space?

AWAKEN THIS SPRING AND ENLIGHTEN THE NEW DECADE: Sunday, March 7th: 2:30pm-5:30pm

10th ANNUAL CHICAGO POLAR PLUNGE: Sunday, March 7th: North Avenue Beach

MINGLE AND MEET THE EXPERTS

Happy New Year! Network with local, independent business owners and hear advice from the experts. Jump into the Light in 2010! Share positive ideas and enjoy community.

February 17th, 6:00pm

6 – 6:30 pm: Networking

7:30 – 8:00 pm: Networking

Included: Snacks, Drinks and Live painting by MOE Curator, Diane Ponder

Shamanic Lynx

John Sacelli will be on hand providing AngeLynx readings, www.angelynx.com. The cost depends on the length and the detail of each reading.

Open to the public. Donation of $5 recommended but not required.

RSVP to info@localfirstchicago.org appreciated but not required.

Hosted by Mimi’s Organic Exchange (MOE)

3840 N. Bell Ave, Chicago 60618

773.991.3835

info@mimisorganicexchange.com

Local First Chicago’s mission is to educate the public on the importance of choosing locally owned, independent businesses. They work primarily through public education, business support, and advocacy.

Give the Gift of Sustainability

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH ARTISANS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th ARTISANS

MASSAGE, SELF-CARE and OPPORTUNITIES

Promotions For December:

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

MOE HOLIDAY MARKET

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH ARTISANS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th ARTISANS

Upcoming Nov.-Dec. Events

Enjoy the Harvest with Friends, Music & Food

September MOE Local Market this weekend (12th & 13th)

40th Anniversary of Earth Day Thursday,  April 22, 2010