As spring generally signifies a time of renewal, growth and rebirth, we tend to step into nature's groove and want to do the same with our lives. This

         
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Spring Cleaning with PURE

As spring generally signifies a time of renewal, growth and rebirth, we tend to step into nature's groove and want to do the same with our lives. This is generally the time we want to cleanse, purge and do our own spring cleaning. It's the time to brush away the heaviness of the winter and melt away the slow moving coolness of the season to allow for the lighter warmer days ahead.

At PURE, we are cleansing from the inside out with our Spring Group Cleanse Programs to melt away the insulation that we add during the winter. I've also just returned from the blissful Grail Srings hosting a weekend retreat where I taught participants Ayurveda techniques to melt away the "inner snow" with food choices, lifestyle habits, mind/body techniques, yoga and meditation practices to balance the "Kapha" in all of us. If Ayurveda is new to you, don't worry, it's not that extreme (or scary). I can fill you in during your next consultation if you would like to learn more.

If you're looking to restore, refresh or renew yourself, consider Grail Springs for your next re-TREAT. Here are some pics of this amazing place. I'll be returning there next year for the Thanksgiving long weekend Oct 9 -13. If you care to join me, sign up here and I'll remind you when we get closer to the date.

Following nature's rhythms, cycles and flow allows us to be connected to the universe's energy and wisdom. I encourage you, as you spring clean this year, to look beyond the typical physical objects to clean (windows, house, siding, etc) but to look at the things that fuel you and that you sometimes take for granted, like your pantry, closets, purse and most importantly relationships. Consider ridding yourself of the things that weigh you down, slow you down, keep you stuck or no longer have a beneficial purpose. Just as you can donate, recycle or let go of physical objects, you can do the same with emotional baggage. It's freeing, lightening, and completely exhilarating. If this something you don't normally do for yourself or are not sure where to begin, I invite you to explore Psychosomatic Energy Testing available at PURE. It's a simple and effective way to lighten the emotional load and ties. If you would like more information, I'd be happy to tell you more about it.

Happy spring cleaning and lightening!
Sharlene
Founder of PURE

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Another PURE Yoga Event

Yoga & Cooking Class

at Flat Rock Cellars

Saturday June 4th
10am - 1pm
$60

Join Sharlene, Holistic Nutritionist, Yogi & Founder of PURE at Flat Rock Cellars for a morning of stretching the body and the mind with a yoga class then learning how to prepare healthy seasonal meals that are delicious and nutritious.

More Details HERE

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DIY Personal Care Products Workshop

Make Your Own Chemical Free Beauty Products

Monday June 16
7:00 - 8:30pm
$40

Join PURE for a fun evening of learning and pampering as we host Niagara’s own cosmetics expert Karrie Bannerman of Vixen & Reynard who will teach us how to "live green and look foxy"!

Participants will be able to make and take their own natural, nontoxic products home with them, plus have the opportunity to purchase exclusive Vixen and Reynard products.

Register early; space is limited!
More Details HERE

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DIY Sunscreen Recipe

Here Comes the Sun!

We've been fearing the sun for the past few decades and hiding underneath a layer of sunscreen. Is it really necessary? What did generations before us do to avoid over exposure?

Read our blog HERE & find our DIY sunscreen recipe that you can make with all natural products

Sign up for Victory Farms & Forworld CSA Program

Victory Farm CSA

6 Week Bounty Box Program

$33.25/week Bounty Box of seasonal produce to feed a family of 4
Pick up at Victory Organic Farm, Truly Organic Foods or Lake Land Meats in St. Catharines or GoNatural in Virgil
Program starts in June - Memberships available until June 3rd
CSA Facebook Page or email: niagarabountybox@gmail.com or call 905-321-4022

Local Happenings

Light Show on the Falls

May 29
9pm Both the Canadian & American sides of Niagara Falls will be illuminated in various colours in honour of EMS week - to celebrate emergency medical services

Springlicious

May 30 - June 1
Homegrown festival featuring culinary delights on Queen St., Niagara Falls
www.springlicious.ca

Pride Week

May 30 - June 7
Celebrating Niagara's sexual & gender diverse community in St. Catharines & Niagara Falls and Rainbow lighting of Niagara Falls
www. prideniagara.com

General Tours of the Glen

June 1 - August 1
11am - 2pm Daily tours of the Niagara Glen led by student naturalists
3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
www.niagaraparks.com

Movies in the Vineyard

Friday nights in June, Thursday nights July - Sept
Trius Winery - Hillebrand in Niagara on the Lake
8:30pm gates open - 9pm start
Movie nights in the vineyard include admission, a glass of wine, the souvenir glass & bag of popcorn or Dinner & Movie Package with 3 course meal and wine pairings
www.triuswines.com

Niagara VegFest

June 1
Celebrate all things healthy and plant-based
11am - 6pm St. Catharines Market Square
www.niagaravegfest.com

Shaw Garden Tour

June 7
10am - 4pm Annual fundraising garden tour of 7 spectacular gardens in Niagara on the Lake
www.shawfest.com

Graze the Bench

June 7 - 8
12pm - 5pm Seven wineries along the Bench of the Escarpment in Lincoln showcase their wines, food, live bands and amazing views
www.grazethebench.com

Welland Rose Festival

June 14 - 22
A week celebration including entertainment, art show, Days in the Park and Grande Parade in Welland
www.wellandrosefestival.on.ca

S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival

June 28 - 29
All ages music festival in downtown St. Catharines, indoor and outdoor venues
www.scenemusicfestival.com

I hope you enjoy the bounty and beauty of the season,
PURE Natural Health & Wellness

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