I started this group to open a whole new font of knowledge to all interested in empowering relationships and developing self-resolve and pose, a healthy body and yes, more romance and greater intimacy. Anyone open to proven natural methods in producing a happy fertile life should join us. We are interested in relevant scientific, philosophical and even theological discussions about the significance of the individual and the world in which we find ourselves. In other words, single or married, mal …

What is permaculture?“Permaculture is a design system based on ethics and principles which can be used to establish, design, manage and improve all efforts made by individuals, households and communities towards a sustainable future.” - David Holmgren, co-creator of permaculture.The goal of permaculture is to care for the earth and each other by creating harmonious and mutually beneficial relationships through observation of and working with the existing patterns of nature. It can be applied in …

If you've ever wanted a garden but found it too daunting or have a garden with varying degrees of success then this is the place for you. Square foot gardening is relatively well know as a method and there are a lot of methods to try including hay bail, container, hydroponic. This will be a place to share experience, ideas and resources (be it sharing seeds or getting together to buy supplies in bulk). A garden can be a single plant, just enough to make a salad once a week or enough to feed a wh …

Food for the body and the brain! Do you care about environmental issues in the Chicago region? The Morton Arboretum does too - and we're coming to your neighborhood to talk about today's hottest environmental topics! The Arboretum's “Zone 5 Science Cafés” bring local experts and interested citizens together in the comfortable atmosphere of the café at your local Whole Foods Market and other regional locations. Share opinions, ideas, and plans for the future as you discuss cutting edge environm …

This is a community where students of life meet teachers of life.  We are an in-person and online community of mind, body, and spirit.  It’s a place where the master teachers get together to share their wisdom with our fellow humanity.    Some of the teachers that you will find in this community are: Spiritual Teachers, Physical Health Teachers, Mind and Body Teachers, Healers, Naturalists, Tantra Teachers, Organic Cultivation Agriculturists, Purists, Feng Shui Experts, Physical Trainers, Shaman …

We are a Chicago resource community for moms, dads and families passionate about conscious parenting, holistic health and sustainable living. We create events and projects to bring people together, educate, have fun and build lasting memories!   We also have a new group called NATURE BABES: Inspired by being Earth lovers ourselves and reading the book "Last Child in the Woods" by Richard Louv, we have come to the conclusion: WE WANT TO GET OUTSIDE!  All year round; and not just to the playgr …