Natural Awakenings Milwaukee - April 2015 Read the April 2015 edition of Natural Awakenings Milwaukee. Letter from Publisher We don’t need research to tell us that spending time in nature feels good, but many studies are showing a host of physical and mental health benefits across a broad spectrum of conditions. Read More » The Victory Garden Initiative Blitz Accepting Applications The Victory Garden Initiative (VGI) Blitz, the largest annual garden-building event in the nation, will take place from May 9 to 23. Read More » Summer Farm Camps Teach Children Sustainable Life Skills FarmWise Education, a learning program for youth that applies principles of Waldorf education with tasks such as animal care and growing produce, is accepting kids for their summer camp program. Read More » Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo The Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., April 19, at Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore. Read More » Individuals and Groups Can Take Nature Challenge During June, the Wisconsin Green Building Alliance (WGBA) is proposing that Wisconsinites spend 30 minutes in nature for 30 consecutive days as part of their second annual 30x30 Nature Challenge. Read More » Yoga Workshop Strives to Help Women with Multiple Sclerosis Janet Golownia, owner of PurBalance Yoga Therapy LLC, in Wales, will host a clinic from 6 to 7 p.m., April 16, aimed at helping women with multiple sclerosis (MS) feel in control of their bodies again. Read More » New World Montessori to Hold Art Fair The Swing Into Spring Art Fair will take place at New World Montessori School, located in the Indian Hill Elementary School building, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 18. Read More » Philip Chard Keynotes Unity Wellness and Nutrition Expo Unity Church in Milwaukee is holding its inaugural Mind, Body, Spirit Wellness and Nutrition Expo from 5 to 9 p.m., April 10, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 11. Read More » Healing Children on the Autism Spectrum In February, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published an article describing an increasing incidence of autism spectrum ... Read More » A Revolution is Fomenting in Formented Foods Naturally lacto-fermented foods are making a resurgence as their health and culinary benefits become better known in our culture. These foods have delicious flavors and enhanced nutritional values. Read More » Landscaping Company Rooted in Sustainable Practices David Fischer and Mike Herrenbruck, co-owners of Eco Harmony Landscape & Design, LLC, met while enrolled in the horticultural program at Milwaukee Area Technical College. Read More » Acupuncture Increases Quality of Life for Allergy Sufferers: Alternative Solution for Seasonal Symptoms Hay fever sufferers receiving acupuncture plus medication reported a better quality of life than those only receiving drugs. Read More » In-Print