Relationships Change the World

Each day is another opportunity to uplift our neighbors, our co-workers, our family members and friends. The healing power of connection has been documented for decades and proves how readily the essence of vitality can be passed along in even the subtlest of ways. Read More »

The Urban Well Offers Connection and Enrichment

Located on Saint James’ historic 300-year-old campus, The Urban Well focuses on prayer, spirituality and social justice. The program’s platform attracts people of faith that are intrigued and curious about other religions and faith communities. Read More »

Holiday Keepsake Pet Photos

Godfrey’s—Welcome to Dogdom welcomes Mr. and Mrs. Claus from 1 to 4 p.m., December 16, 2023, in the Canine Learning Center. Snap a photo with them and your pet against a beautiful holiday backdrop to raise money for the nonprofit, volunteer-run Phoenix Assistance Dogs. Read More »

Holiday Spa Specials at Willow Pond

The Spa at Willow Pond is offering gift certificates and holiday specials such as the Eucalyptus and Mint Signature Massage and the Couples Retreat Massage, Read More »

Functional Health of Lancaster Partners With Patients

Dr. Mary Regan’s Functional Health of Lancaster uses a combination of functional approaches: specialized testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, thermography, relaxation techniques, nutraceuticals, adaptogens, botanicals, customized compounding & conventional medical therapies. Read More »

Mindfully Managing Holiday Emotions

Although the holidays are a time for joy and abundance, they can evoke diverse feelings of grief, depression and anxiety for many people. Read More »

Kula Kamala New Year’s Fundraiser

Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram will conduct their annual New Year’s Eve fundraiser from 5 p.m., December 31, 2023, to 12:30 a.m., January 1, 2024. This is a dry/sober event and advance registration is required. Read More »

Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy

Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapist Roxanne Foura is offering 10 percent ($40) off Quantum Hypnosis Healing sessions in 2024 that are booked by December 31, 2023 Read More »

Be Aware of Battery Hazards

The Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) is launching a public education campaign to encourage proper disposal of rechargeable batteries that contain metals such as lithium and nickel, which can spark and explode when damaged. Read More »

Conscious Evolution as a New Concept of Thinking and Being

Conscious evolution suggests that because humanity is conscious of its history and of how things evolve, and given the rapid pace of change in society and culture, humanity can and should choose advancement through cooperation, co-creation and sustainable practices. Read More »

Creative Gift-Giving Ideas to Invest in the Arts

Nonprofit Lancaster Creative Factory has a beautiful selection of handcrafted pottery, glass, jewelry and wood items, and pieces purchased in the gallery are 10 percent off through December 16, 2023. Read More »

Date Night Cooking Classes at YMCA

The YMCA of Reading & Berks County will present Date Night Cooking Classes from 6 to 7:30 p.m., January 5 and February 2, 2024, at the Tri-Valley YMCA Richmond Program Center. Read More »

Fair Trade for the Holidays

Radiance/Herbs from the Labyrinth believes in the importance of fair trade products. They work to source their products in an ethical and sustainable manner to ensure that you can receive high-quality products handmade by fairly paid artisans. Read More »

Epic Nature Exhibit Coming to Reading

The Nature All Around Us is an immersive, hands-on exhibit created by the Natural History Museum of Utah and modified for touring by the Science Museum for Minnesota. In January 2024, Nature All Around Us is coming to Reading. Read More »

Green Room Organic Salon Expands Services

The Green Room Organic Salon, in Manheim, has begun offering massage, facials, body waxing and mani/pedis. In addition to customized curly and textured cuts, coloring, texturizing and styling, they provide facial hair removal and bridal services. Read More »

Hughes Home Services for the Holidays

Woman-owned Hughes Home Services provides safe, eco-friendly cleaning and professional organizing services for the home, office and rentals. Services range from one-time move-in or move-out cleanups, rental cleaning, one-time or regular house cleaning and business cleaning. Read More »

Kay Bela Coaching & Counseling Expands Services

Kay Bela Coaching & Counseling, LLC, has recently added Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients with trauma or distressing life experiences and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) certification to provide evidence-based support for anxiety, depression, Read More »

Learn to Sing with Confidence

Certified Somatic Voicework instructor and vibrational sound healing practitioner Jen Lobo Rose will be leading an introductory Somatic Singing Class Intro Workshop from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., December 4, 2023, at Soundwise Health Studio, Read More »

Liberating Dance and Movement Workshop

Gentle Dragon Tai Chi of Lancaster and Dance Remedy Lancaster present DJ Deep Earth and 30-year tai chi instructor Jonathan Lind will host an ecstatic dance workshop in the yoga studio at Inspire Business Community on December 13, 2023. No prior experience is necessary.. Read More »

New Additions at Alternative Healing

Alternative Healing of PA has added additional therapy space and six new therapists to their team, bringing years of experience and new healing modalities onboard. Read More »

Anti-Inflammatory Chicken

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy. Read More »

Baby-Talking Dolphins

In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers identified the first nonhuman animal mother to use baby talk with their young. Read More »

California Bans Food Additives

California is the first state to ban the sale of four food additives linked to potential health issues even though they are permitted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Read More »

Clothing Donation Tips: Understanding Where Secondhand Items Go

Donating clothes feels good because we expect it to help someone else. More than 70 percent of the global population wears secondhand clothing. Read More »

Cold Medicine Found Not to Work

A U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel voted unanimously that oral phenylephrine was not effective in unblocking sinuses and clearing stuffy noses. Read More »

Date Cookies

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy. Read More »

Deepak Chopra on the Quantum Body and Achieving Peace

Deepak Chopra, M.D., is a pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine and one of the most inspiring philosophers of our time. Read More »

Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Using Artificial Intelligence

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans and their families are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Read More »

Exploring Intermittent Fasting: Tips and Benefits for Improved Health

Fasting has long played a role in major religions, but we did not begin to understand it from a scientific standpoint until Yoshinori Ohsumi, a Japanese cell biologist, discovered how cells recycle and renew themselves during fasting. Read More »

Floods Linked to Heart and Lung Disease

According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, floods are the most common natural disasters in the United States. Read More »

Getting Creative to Battle Global Warming

The experts say that reducing emissions won’t be enough to reach international goals for limiting global warming. It will require the removal of billions of tons of carbon dioxide from the air each year. Read More »

Hitting the Snooze Button

In a two-part study published in the Journal of Sleep Research, scientists surveyed 1,732 individuals and found that 69 percent use the snooze feature on their morning alarm, and of those people, 60 percent usually or always fall asleep between alarms. Read More »

Holiday Parties for Every Diet: How to Plan an Inclusive and Safe Feast

From allergies to religious restrictions and ethical choices, understanding and accommodating guests’ diverse dietary needs is the foundation of a successful gathering. Read More »

Homemade Pet Playthings: Easily Crafted Toys and Treats

By recycling materials and avoiding the packaging that comes with store-bought items, do-it-yourself toys and accessories are more eco-friendly and sustainable. Read More »

Keeping Holiday Parties Green

Let’s make this holiday season a time to remember that sustainability and fun can go hand in hand. Read More »

Keeping the Power Grid Humming

To date, large fossil-fuel power plants have maintained the stability of the United States power grid in times of power fluctuations and outages. Read More »

Oldest Wooden Structure

A study in the journal Nature reports the discovery of a wooden structure dating back 476,000 years near Kalambo Falls, in Zambia. Read More »

Red Light Therapy to Reduce Glucose Levels

Researchers from the University of London conducted a study of the effects of red light therapy on blood sugar levels. In the study, 15 participants received 670 nanometers of red light onto approximately 800 square centimeters of their exposed back for 15 minutes. Read More »

Stir-Fried Okra

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and delicious spread that everyone will enjoy. Read More »

Taking Charge of the Fitness Journey: How to Find Motivation in 2024

A great way to stay motivated and fulfilled in 2024 is to combine a personal goal for better health with the larger purpose of nourishing our planet and giving back to the community. Read More »

The Grace of Giving and Receiving: Healing Through Generosity

In this hectic season, slowing down and helping others can make a world of difference. By nurturing a culture of giving, we can help create a grateful, united community that reflects the values we want to instill. Read More »

The Skills Children Need: How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood

Skills learned at a young age are pivotal in shaping the development of children. As parents, educators and caregivers, we want them to develop into well-rounded, successful adults. Read More »

Treating Ourselves

For many of us, this time of year is a whirlwind of well-meaning obligations, and we struggle to hold onto the intended joy of the season. Read More »