AT YOUR CO-OP THIS OCTOBER
These FREE events are held in the Community Room, Harvest Cambridge store unless otherwise specified.

Harvest Co-op Market encourages exploration of a variety of approaches to food, nutrition, and health in our classes. However, inclusion in our class offerings does not imply endorsement by the Co-op.


MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 7 pm

HARVEST BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 6-8 p.m.

OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS: WHAT ARE THEY AND WHY DO I NEED THEM?
This presentation will review: -- the history of how this important element in human diet diminished in the U.S. diet over the last century; -- the results of this trend; -- the research that brought the problem to light; and -- how you, the eater, can remedy the situation for your own better health.  As participants, you will have a chance to evaluate your own diets in terms of the balance between your omega-3 fatty acid intake and your omega-6 fatty acid intake.  The importance of this balance comes from inflammation, a condition which, researchers maintain, promotes illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, depression and probably auto-immune diseases.   How this “imbalance” came about is tightly tied to the history of U.S. agriculture and the development of industrial-scale food production.  It is an interesting story, often with very personal health implications.  Rosalind Michahelles, D.Soc., Certified Holistic Health Counselor, Cambridge. A member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition -- affiliated with Teachers College/Columbia University -- I coach those who want to change what they eat in order to feel healthier.  I am happy to work with clients of all ages.  My specializations are migraine and weight loss, but I welcome clients with any issue that can be ameliorated through diet and life-style changes. For questions about this presentation or related issues please email rosalind@nutrition-matters.info or call 617-491-3239 or visit www.nutrition-matters.info

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 8

MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY! ALL HARVEST CO-OP MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT ALL DAY!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1-5 pm

JAPANESE ANIMATION, RATED PG
Come watch Japanese Animation videos with aficionados of the craft. View new and old videos, or bring your own to share with the group. These videos are not screened for violent or sexual nature, so children must be accompanied by an adult.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 6-8 p.m.

AN INTRODUCTION TO HEALING WITH FLOWER ESSENCES
Ever wonder just what those bottles of Bach flower essences were at the health food store?  Have you heard of or used Bach's Rescue Remedy but want to know more?  Curious about how flower essences differ from aromatherapy oils or homeopathic remedies? 
Join us for an informative workshop on the wonderful world of flower essence healing . . . from the history of flower essences and how they are made to their many uses. 
While we'll touch on Bach essences we'll focus our attention on the beautiful and powerful essences from Australia.
Come and see how this gentle yet effective, highly individualized type of holistic treatment may have a wide number of practical uses for you. 
Workshop with Catherine Iagnemma, Flower Essence Practitioner in Somerville. Visit www.blossomfloweressences.com for more information.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 6-8 p.m.

HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET
Eating healthful and nourishing foods shouldn’t equal spending a fortune on groceries.
In this workshop, you’ll discover valuable tips and tricks to make your dollar go further in the market, receive guidance on how to navigate the ins and outs of organic foods, and learn the basics of a balanced and inexpensive meal.
Sharon Tobin Fishbein, Holistic Health Counselor, works with people to achieve their best health.
Based entirely on individual needs and goals, Sharon helps her clients adjust both diet and lifestyle to become truly nourished. She received her training and certification through The Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Columbia’s Teachers College, where she learned that no one diet works for everyone. www.simplenourishment.com

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 6-7 pm-

MEMBERSHIP AND SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 6-8 p.m.

HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES?
What will you be doing with your apples after you go apple picking? Apple pies? Applesauce? How about a green smoothie? To find out how to shake things up a bit this fall with a new treat, join me in this interactive workshop where we will talk about the missing food in the majority of people's diets: greens. We will learn how greens can increase your energy, help you understand cravings, and empower and inspire you to create more balance in your life! Complimentary green smoothies, featuring freshly picked apples, will be provided! The workshop will also touch on seasonal eating, prevention, and eating after exercise. Jeanette Richelson is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, who is currently offering free health consultations and working with clients in six month health counseling programs which focus on nourishing the mind and body through not only food, but spiritual, physical, and personal growth. For more information please visit her website, www.livityhealthcoaching.com , or email her at jeanette@livityhealthcoaching.com