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Click here for more news and information from Heartwood practitioners. In this issue features the articles "Anxious? You Are Not Alone" and "A Sacred Union: Lessons from the Yoga Mat." Plus, new events and classes coming up at Heartwood.
Heartwood Open House & Stress Relief Sessions
 Evanston West Village Holiday Walk
Saturday,
December 3
2:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Come by Heartwood during the Holiday Walk throughout our wonderful neighborhood. Our practitioners will be on hand to explain some of the healing modalities we offer and answer questions. Plus, free sample treatments and a short sessions in our classroom so you can learn more about yoga, meditation and creative life planning.
Heartwood Brings Meditation Class for Kids, Teens to Evanston Library
Nancy Floy, President and Owner of Heartwood Center, is teaching a class in meditation for kids and teens in the Loft at the main branch of the Evanston library. A program of the Evanston Public Library, this mindfulness meditation class offers a way to calm and settle our minds. Students will learn simple techniques that can help lower stress and bring more focus for the mind and body.
If you want to perform better in your classes at school, with sports or in the arts, mindfulness practice can be very helpful. And even fun! This free, drop-in class is open to students ages 11 to 18. For more info, contact Nancy at 847.491.1122 x11.
Mindfulness Meditation for Kids and Teens
Monday evenings
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Main Evanston Library, 1703 Orrington Avenue
See details on our Events page >>
 Outreach Efforts Bring Mindfulness Meditation to Evanston High School, Police Department
Summer 2011: Part of Heartwood's mission is to offer our holistic health approach beyond the doors of our center and out into the community. This summer, we are delighted to be working with Evanston Township High School (ETHS) and the Evanston Police Department to share the benefits of mindfulness meditation.
Heartwood members Colleen Hubbard (energy work), Alison Oakes (psychotherapy), Laura Dorfman (writer), Nancy Floy (acupuncture) and Louise Rosenberg (massage therapist) are providing free sessions through the ETHS Dimensions of Learning Program of Evanston Township High School (ETHS) and for Evanston police officers.
Makin' It Happen in the West Village
The family fest, Makin' It Happen in the West Village, May 20-21, was great fun with dancing, fire performers and an expo to showcase all the great organizations in our community. Heartwood was delighted to participate and get to know more of our neighbors. Thanks to the Evanston West Village Business Association and everyone who worked hard to make this event so successful.
Heartwood teachers and practitioners Darlene Nelson (chanting), Terri Clemens (acupuncture) and Sarah McLaughlin (massage therapy), and Louise Rosenberg (massage therapy, meditation).
Heartwood Center Initiates Peace Vigil with Neighbors
Heartwood practitioners Nancy Lee (Reiki), Diane (leadership coach) and Mia Testa, and Colleen Hubbard (energy work) stand for peace and greet drivers.
(Bill Smith photo for Evanston Now)
Most of you have probably heard about the terrible tragedy that occurred at the McDonalds on Dempster on April 15. Sadly there was a shooting among some young students and one boy was shot (he is currently in stable condition and recovering). The hostility started last summer between a group of kids in downtown Evanston, then happened again with this same group in our new neighborhood. Heartwood Center's Nancy Floy and Diane Testa immediately connected with our neighbors to organize a peace vigil at the intersection of Dempster and Dodge.
When Heartwood came to this community we made a committment to take our work out of our treatment rooms and classroom and bring it into our neighborhood. Many Heartwood practitioners joined in the vigil that night where we aimed to manifest the peace and harmony that our Heartwood community is known for.
Visit Heartwood's New Home!
 1818 Dempster Avenue
Evanston, Illinois
Come by and experience the lovely new setting for Heartwood Center. Owner and Executive Director Nancy Floy is pleased to announce the beginning of a new chapter for Heartwood Center. After 10 years at its current location in downtown Evanston, Heartwood has moved into our beautiful new home just a single mile away. If you are a holistic healthcare provider looking for office space, classroom options and a supportive place where you can grow your practice, now is the time to join our community.
"Health Secrets: What Every Woman Should Know"
 WTTW Channel 11 and Northwestern Memorial Hospital aired a special series on women's health January 21-February 11. One segment on integrative medicine included practitioners and classes from Heartwood.
 The Daily Northwestern on Heartwood's Anniversary
Northwestern University's news source, The Daily Northwestern, reports on Heartwood's 10th anniversary and the connection with NU faculty and students.
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Check out our first videos for Heartwood. Nancy Floy talks about the history and benefits of the center at our 10th Anniversary Party and for a piece by Northwestern.
New Classes Feature Cardio Dance Moves or Sacred Chanting
