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Doggie Boot Camp
The W Scottsdale Hotel & Residences and Oh, My Dog Boutique in downtown Scottsdale join forces for a fitness boot camp that incorporates a well-rounded workout for owners and their pups. Follow the teachings of Dena Zell as she leads you and your pooch to a healthier lifestyle.
WHEN: Every other Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
WHERE: W Scottsdale Hotel / Scottsdale
REGISTER: WHotels.com/Scottsdale
Jazz Nights at Luci’s
Healthy Marketplace
Luci’s Healthy Marketplace hosts a night filled with live Jazz music and delicious, good-for-you food every Saturday evening. Top off on your favorite organic coffee drinks and fill your baskets with fantastic gluten-free items and specialty grab-and-go meals.
WHEN: Every Saturday, 8p.m. to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Luci’s Healthy Marketplace / Phoenix
REGISTER: No registration required; LucisHealthyMarketplace.com
Total Body
Wellness Program
Bikram Yoga Institute is expanding its mission in July with a new multi-tiered program that offers four strategies for achieving health at reduced fees. The summer special includes a 30- or 60-day Bikram Yoga challenge, meditation for mind and body health, acupuncture clinic and a fitness IQ test using advance technology featured on The Biggest Loser. The program, normally priced at $1,230, is just $520 for the summer promotion.
WHEN: July 1-31
WHERE: Bikram Yoga Institute / Scottsdale
REGISTER: BikramYogaInstitute@netzero.net or 480.946.2116
Yoga in the Park
Every Sunday in the summer at 10:30 a.m., Lululemon Athletica brings the Scottsdale area’s most celebrated instructors to host a free, hour-long yoga class on the center lawn of Biltmore Fashion Park. For those extra-hot days of summer, the class will be moved indoors to Lululemon’s upscale athletic apparel shop. Free healthy treats will be offered during class.
WHEN: Every Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Biltmore Fashion Park / Phoenix
REGISTER: No registration required; ShopBiltmore.com
Joya Salon Happy Hour
Joya Spa at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa, known for Arizona’s only authentic Hammam treatment, hosts a regular happy hour every Thursday featuring a shampoo, conditioning, blow-dry styling, Joya Petite Manicure, makeup touch-up and a Joya specialty cocktail for $50. Afterward, enjoy a 50-minute custom massage or organic facial for only $85.
WHEN: Thursdays, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Joya Spa at Montelucia Resort & Spa / Paradise Valley
REGISTER: ICMontelucia.com
JULY 8
Environmental Toxins
Naturopathic physician Marianne Marchese, NMD, discusses the links established between environmental toxins and cancer, and the generic risk factors that make certain individuals more susceptible to contracting the disease or having a reoccurrence. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
WHEN: July 8, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Wellness Community / Phoenix
REGISTER: RSVP requested; TWCCAZ.org
Yoga Connect in Nature
Connect with nature in Usery Parks Nature Center by exploring your breath before a desert hike. You’ll improve your balance for a bike ride through easy-to-learn, fundamental yoga postures. The all-levels class for both beginners and experienced yogis sets the tone for your day of hiking or riding, and even your workday. The class is $15.
WHEN: July 8, 9 a.m.
WHERE: Usery Mountain Regional Park / Mesa
REGISTER: No registration required; Maricopa.gov/Parks/Usery
JULY 15
Bladder Cancer Presentation
Nearly 500,000 Americans have bladder cancer, with approximately 56,500 new cases diagnosed every year. Michael Roberts, MD, a medical oncologist with Arizona Oncology Associates, discusses current treatments for bladder cancer, how to manage the side effects, and the latest research concerning treatment and prevention.
WHEN: July 15, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Wellness Community / Phoenix
REGISTER: RSVP requested; TWCCAZ.org
JULY 17
Ashtanga Primary Series Yoga
Ashtanga yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures, a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that is said to detoxify muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body and a calm mind. John Salisbury with Blissful Yoga Studio leads you through the entire Primary Series, beginning with Sun Salutations and taking you into Standing Sequence, followed by Floor Sequence—all the while offering helpful hints and techniques.
WHEN: July 17, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Blissful Yoga / Glendale
REGISTER: Drop-in class prices are $16; BlissfulYoga.net
Strike Out Diabetes
AMF Squaw Peak Lanes is hosting the Strike Out Diabetes fundraiser for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The event will feature raffle prizes and an ultimate autograph session with local celebrities. Lane sponsorships are available for $250. Teams will be divided into groups of five and will be encouraged to sign up with a $100 fundraising goal per person.
WHEN: July 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: AMF Squaw Peak Lanes / Phoenix
REGISTER: 480.961.2913 JULY 19
Marvelous Main Course Salads Seminar
Discover how to incorporate Southwestern herbs and spices into a one-dish salad at the Desert Botanical Garden with Chef Rachel Albert-Matesz, author of The Garden of Eating. She’ll offer students three different recipes as well as ideas for accompaniments. The class is $48 per person.
WHEN: July 19
WHERE: Desert Botanical Garden / Phoenix
REGISTER: $48 per person; DBG.org
JULY 22
Alternative Lending Luncheon
The Women in Banking committee hosts a summer luncheon for the business community, offering a great opportunity for networking, while educating business managers and owners on the alternatives available for securing funding in today’s market. The panel of experts will include representatives from SBA lending, commercial real estate lending, equipment financing, accounts receivable financing, inventory financing and traditional banking. In addition, attendees will enjoy an elegant lunch, pre-lunch networking and shopping, and the opportunity to win door and raffle prizes. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit Fresh Start Women’s Foundation. Attendance is $20.
WHEN: July 22, 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center / Scottsdale
REGISTER: rmaaz.org or 602.763.1875
Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Liver Cancer
Neil Goldstein, MD, an interventional radiologist with St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, provides a practical guide to navigating the numerous and complex challenges presented by a liver cancer diagnosis. Dr. Goldstein will discuss available treatment options, and how to manage symptoms and side effects. He also will present practical ways to preserve the quality of life for survivors and their loved ones.
WHEN: July 22, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Wellness Community / Phoenix
REGISTER: RSVP requested; TWCCAZ.org
JULY 27 & 28
2010 Desert Duel Summer Prep Memorial Tournament
The boys’ basketball invitational brings together the most talented high school players in the country for a high-octane tournament to crown the national boy’s basketball summer champion. Participating teams are handpicked by the tournament organizing committee and proceeds benefit Tom Crawford’s Leadership Children’s Foundation. The tournament also provides a platform for students to show off their skills in hopes of receiving a college scholarship. To date, more than $21 million in scholarship funds have been awarded to participating players. Spectator tickets are $10 for those 12 and older.
WHEN: July 27 and 28
WHERE: Mesquite High School / Gilbert
REGISTER: DesertDualMemorial.com
JULY 28
Go Green Tea
TeaTime in downtown Scottsdale, a retailer boasting more than 100 types of premium loose-leaf tea, is hosting a series of summer events featuring a variety of topics and guest speakers. In July, the specialty shop is partnering with Dr. Phil Wazny of Integrative Health Care for a discussion about the health benefits of green tea. Guests also receive 10 percent off purchases following the free event.
WHEN: July 28, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: TeaTime / Scottsdale
REGISTER: No registration required; 480.686.8503
JULY 29
Chemo Brain
Michael J. Robb, MD, an otoneurologist specializing in disorders of the ear and brain, discusses the effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments on cognitive functioning. He will also provide attendees with skills survivors can utilize to compensate and cope with “chemo brain,” a common term used by cancer survivors to describe thinking and memory problems that can occur after treatment.
WHEN: July 29, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Wellness Community / Phoenix
REGISTER: RSVP requested; TWCCAZ.org
AUGUST 3
Green Drinks 55
The Phoenix Green Chamber is doing its part to protect environmentally-minded professionals from a mediocre social life with its monthly Green Drinks event. Boasting a consistent average attendance of 180 people, this evening of networking was founded locally by aka Green. Attendance is $5 for members, $10 for non-members.
WHEN: August 3, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Venue TBA
REGISTER: RSVP required; ArizonaGreenChamber.org/Phoenix
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