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This newsletter has lots of great articles, healthy recipes, classifieds, and great information about your community network.
OKinHealth is an comprehensive holistic health directory offers a variety of alternative healing modalities, integrative and complementary medicine information, up-to date workshops, movies, events, and information for our physical, emotional, and spiritual well being.
Autumn/
Fall is coming and we have a huge range of wonderful workshops, events, and retreats on our Calendar of events.
For more details, come visit us OKinHealth.com.
Here is a sample of some of the some of the amazing events coming soon.
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Fall Workshops and Events |
Farmers & Night Markets
Free Events
Meditation Classes
Fitness Classes -
Yoga Classes.
Nia Technique - Classes & S.h.a.p.e. classes.
More Details
Wit's End Farms - Equine Rehabilitation Centre - Fall clinics Abbotsford
Introduction to Equine Massage
Introduction to Biomechanics, physiology and common injuries.
Advanced Equine First Aid.
Touch for Health Kinesiology- Level Three and Four
Introduction to
Equine Massage
Riva's Healing Retreat - Armstrong
"We Help People" to shed the past, heal pain, clear toxic patterns, heal the physical, release karma, strengthen relationships, heal your animals, and alter the blueprints of disease through loving connection with animals nature and soul through intuitive animal communications, shamanic journeying, meditations, fire ceremony, and soul healings.
Equine Natural Medicine:
with Marijke van de Water, AB
The Horse Doctor is In! workshop
Animal Communication workshop
A Dance With Equus - with Sandra Wallin, AB
Visit our
Animal natural Care page
Post Your Event
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Ok in Health |
Shiatsu Practitioner Training Program
Book now - as space is limited
Vegetarian Cooking Classes Join Nature's Fare Market for a two day Vegetarian Cooking class.
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your World! workshop
FENG SHUI - LEVEL 1 The Joy of Feng Shui
FENG SHUI - LEVEL 2 - Five Elements & Space Clearing
Business Course For Wholistic Practitioners
Homeopathy for Midwives and Birth Attendants
"Moving your Life Forward" -Workshop/Retreat Healing Arts Teachers and Original Artists - guiding and demonstrating - with Beth Penny, Medical Intuitive Practitioner, Kootenays
Equinox Yoga in the Garden - OKanagan
Dinner & Keynote Presentation with Blind Mountaineer, renowned outdoor adventurer, & Mentor- Ross Watson
Certificate Course on Spiritual Healing
Reiki Classes Level I & II -
After teaching Reiki for 10 years these will be Pamela Shellys last Reiki classes.
Reiki Kids Level I for ages 6 – 12
Reiki Master Level
Angels, Archangels and Ascended
Masters
Nia Technique - Classes & Therapeutic Nia Classes
ESSENCE OF AFRICA SOUL SAFARI GUIDED BY CHRIS STORMER
Business Course For Wholistic Practitioners
Healing Massage Course - Level I with Sharon Strang .
The Trager Approach - Level 1 Training
How to Love Yourself - Workshop with Liz Robitaille, Certified Louise L. Hay Teacher
Mindscape - Develop Your Intuition - Level 1
THE KEY TO DEVELOPING INTUITION
Laughter Yoga - Laughter Yoga is a series of breathing and easy movement exercises designed to teach the body to laugh without depending on jokes or humor.
This is only a sample of our many workshops, events, support groups, free events, farmers markets
For full details come visit OKinHealth`s... - Click Here
3rd Annual - Summerland Health and Wellness Fair
Vancouver, Calgary, Kelowna, and Victoria Health Show
Cranio Sacral Reflexology - See Reflexology page
New Vertical Reflex Therapy Workshop
“The Booth Method” Presented by Lynne Booth
Holistic Reflexology: An Introduction
Basic Holistic Foot Reflexology Course
Basic Holistic Hand Reflexology Course
Basic Holistic Ear Reflexology Course
For full details come visit OKinHealth`s... - Click Here
 Renowned Speaker -
Dr. Gabor Maté lectures More Details
Dr. Gabor Maté is the author of the bestselling book about attention deficit disorder, "Scattered Minds" , the co-author of "Hold onto Your Kids: Why Parent Matter" and "When the Body Says No -the Cost of Hidden Stress".
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| Organic Birthday Bash - September 14th, 15th. |
Nature's Fare Markets is having an Organic Birthday Bash September 14th, 15th. Festivities include:
Door crasher specials, demonstrations and free sampling both days!
Goodie bags with purchase while quantities last!
A community barbeque will be held on the 14th with proceeds going to a local non profit society. Come on in and join the fun, it is going to be a great time!
#104-2210 Main St. (in the Zellers shopping area) Penticton
#120-1876 Cooper Rd. Kelowna
#104-3400 30th Ave. Vernon
#5-1350 Summit Dr. Kamloops |
Nature`s Fare Markets |
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Health and Healing Articles |
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| STEVIA - The Sweetest Substance on Earth |
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Nature's Natural Low Calorie Sweetener!
What is stevia (stevia rebaudiana)? It is a small shrub in the Chrysanthemum family native to portions of Northeastern Paraguay and adjacent sections of Brazil for over 1500 years used by the Guarani Natives, they called it ka'a he'e (sweet herbs), as a sweetener in yerba mate and medicinal teas for treating such conditions as obesity, high blood pressure, and heartburn.....
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| How Much Vitamin D? |
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What is vitamin D?
Vitamin D, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin," is actually a fat-soluble hormone that the body can synthesize naturally. There are several forms, including two that are important to humans: D2 and D3. Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is synthesized by plants, and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is synthesized by humans when skin is exposed to ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays from sunlight. The active form of the vitamin is calcitriol, synthesized from either D2 or D3 in the kidneys. Vitamin D helps to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus.
Why is vitamin D necessary? Vitamin D assists in the absorption of calcium and promotes bone mineralization, which may prevent or slow the progression of osteoporosis. It also helps to strengthen the immune system and protect against a number of serious diseases, including rickets and osteomalacia.... [Read More]
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| Four Steps to a Healthy BBQ |
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 It's delightful to grill outdoors when the weather is warm. Unfortunately, grilling meats can lead to the production of carcinogenic chemicals called heterocyclic amines (HAs). To reduce HAs, try limiting the amount of meats you grill, and make grilled vegetables the main course. You can pre-cook your foods in the oven or on the stovetop and finish them off outdoors - less grill time means fewer carcinogens. And if you do grill meat, cook it thoroughly but avoid charring or blackening it (don't eat any blackened parts), and keep portions small.
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| 6 Diet Tips for Endometriosis |
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Endometriosis, a condition where tissue resembling the lining of the uterus is found in the abdomen, is marked by severe pain, most often in the form of menstrual cramps. Its exact cause is not yet known, but it does have a strong inflammatory component and, like the lining in the uterus, is influenced by estrogen. A number of dietary measures can help relieve symptoms by reducing inflammation and addressing the activity of estrogen in your system. Start managing endometriosis nutritionally with an anti-inflammatory diet like the one on the Web site Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging. You can also try the following dietary changes:
- Eliminate dairy foods (allow at least three weeks to observe any improvements)
- Eat only hormone-free meat to avoid any additional estrogen exposure
- Emphasize whole soy foods in your diet. Tofu, tempeh and soy milk are rich in plant estrogens and seem to modulate the actions of other forms of estrogen
- Limit alcohol intake, which may influence estrogen production
- Choose organic foods whenever possible
- Drink a cup or two of red raspberry leaf tea daily to help relieve cramps
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| Creating a Compost in Four Simple Steps |
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 Good soil is the basis of any healthy garden, and can easily be achieved by making compost. Follow these guidelines for starting a simple compost, and let your garden reap the benefits:
- In a sheltered spot in your backyard,simply layer kitchen vegetable waste in a pile with garden clippings. Or, create the compost in a metal or plastic garbage can - remove the bottom of the can and puncture holes in the sides, and raise the can off the ground (for ventilation).
- Keep your compost moist, and turn the pile occasionally. In six to eight months, you'll have beautiful, black, organic compost to add to the garden.
- Use only vegetable scraps and garden clippings (no meat scraps) to keep the compost odor-free and pest-free.
- Make sure you're composting regularly so you'll always have plenty of material to nourish the soil in your garden and promote moisture retention.
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| Enjoin Canada |
Age is a feeling not a number.
With a ph balanced diet, hydrating revitalized water, scientifically proven effective nutritional supplements, interior space harmonization & reducing metals in our cooking,
Enjoin consultation reveals the most important place for you to begin with.
Come see Claudia buschC2@gmail.com at the Penticton Gym or www.enjoincanada.ca |
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Natural Health Practitioners |
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| Reflexology, Reiki & Rebalancing |
Rite - Way Health |
Hebrew Kabbalah & the Algebraic Science of Gematria. |
Come experience the Ancient Healing Arts. Laurie'sessions combine 14 years of training & experience in Reflexology; Karuna/Usui Reiki; Integrated Body Therapy;Energy Balancing; Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage & Personal Coaching. Distance Clearing & Personal Coaching available by telephone consultation as well.
Laurie Salter, RAC, RABC Holistic & Intuitive Practitioner Reflexology & Reiki Instructor
Kelowna: 250-808-0862. |
Marie Sperling
is a Certified Practitioner in Reflexology, Reiki, Iridology, Kinesiology, ELD & Swedish Massage. Plus, Hot Stone Reflexology, Massage, Health and Life Coaching.
Also see OKinHealth`s Contest Page.
Experience the difference these services can do for your health. Phone: 250 - 763-8772 /
250 - 212-2431 -
kelowna
Email: mlsperling@shaw.ca
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A written assessment
is done for one of 5 separate categories per birth date and registered name at birth.
‘Kabbalah' refers to a secret oral tradition of Biblical teaching which extends from teacher to pupil.
For more information,
contact Anniteh,
Penticton, B.C.
Tel: (250) 770-7893
Email: Z28@telus.net |
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Natural Sense Aromatherapy |
Holistic Choices with Preben |
Studio Chi |
Experience stress Free -
Full Body European Massage! Make an appointment for a European lymph drainage or deep muscle healing massage with Professional Certified Aromatherapist.
This months Specials: Pre-pay for two massages and receive a third massage for free.
Also see OKinHealth`s Contest Page.
Contact Larry Petty at www.NaturalSenseAromatherapy.com Phone 250 - 317 8208 Kelowna or Email lpetty@shaw.ca |
Soul retrieval / extractions, Clearing,
Power animal & Inner child journeys,
Reiki treatments & Classes, Counselling,
Deep energy release massage.
Meditations - Wed.7pm.
Also see OKinHealth`s Contest Page.
Kelowna Phone: 250 - 712-9295
www.kelownadaretodream.cjb.net |
Studio Chi is registered with PCTIA & currently offers a
Shiatsu Practitioner Diploma Program
as well as workshops in
shiatsu, acupressure, yoga,
reiki, and feng shui.
250-769-6898 www.studiochi.net
Kelowna |
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| By Your Side - Doula Service |
A Touch of Heaven Wellness Studio |
Classical Homeopathy and Reflexology |
A birth doula provides emotional, physical and informational support for expectant, labouring and postpartum mothers and their families. Research shows that women supported by doulas are more satisfied with their ability to make informed choices and had higher satisfaction rates regarding their birth experience. Contact Sally Bouchard
sallyb-lakeside@shaw.ca
1 250 493-1200 |
Certified Raynor Therapist – Mike Antoniak
Specializing in
Deep Tissue, Swedish and Sports Massage.
Aromatherapy Massage and Products. Foot Spa Detoxification.
Osoyoos, BC - mantoniak@telus.net -
250-535-0274
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Experience how
Homeopathic Medicine
can treat the real cause of your problems!
Katharina Riedener DHom, RHom, Classical Homeopath, Reflexologist.
Osoyoos, 250 485-8333,
www.homeokat.com
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REMOVE with Waiora's NATURAL CELLULAR DEFENSE-
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It's your DAILY full spectrum of highly-potent vitamins, minerals, polyphenols and herbs in a whole-food base of Goji, Acai and other exotic fruits.
Also see our Skincent System!
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We are currently looking for representatives in other areas!
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New Contests are now open - Treat yourself! |
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Contests are now open and closes on the October 26th - See Below.
Thank you to everyone who has kindly donated treatments, workshop and movie tickets, prizes, or gift baskets and for their support of the OK In Health website.
Enter as many contests as you want in your area.
Sign up for your Free Monthly E-Newsletter with Contests info and more SIGN -UP
Congratulations to the Summer 2007
Contest Winners:
Michaela Belanger -Travis Bilton - Lori Ontonio - Sharon O' Connor - Laurie Hoas - Cari Main - Joy Green -
Mary Berlie - Douglas Belanger - Sandra Psiurski - Dorothy Ennis - Michelle Pushka - Jane McCullough -Sarah Rilkoff.
Click here for comments from previous contest winners
We are looking for Contests in others area! Contact Us! As we have many members in Vancouver, Victoria, kootenays, Alberta, Usa, Ireland... |
Kelowna,
Win a free European lymph drainage massage with aromatherapy or Deep tissue massage with Larry Petty at Natural Sense Aromatherapy
Kelowna
One free Reiki Treatment at Holistic Choices with Preben.
Kelowna
One Free Reflexology session from Rite-Way Health with Marie Sperling.
Kelowna
One free Live & Dried Blood Cell Analysis with Lila Elliot. New
Vernon
One $25.00 off discount for a Healing Touch Treatment at Maya Healing Centre with Shirley Pretty New
Rock Creek/ Midway/ Boundary area
One free Live & Dried Blood Cell Analysis with Lila Elliot.
Summerland
One Free Energy Reflex testing/health consultation with Summerland Reflexology with Denise DeLeeuw Blouin (What is ERT?)
We are looking for Contests in others area!
Contact Us! As we have many members in Vancouver, Victoria, kootenays, Alberta.
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Penticton
One Free Private Pilates Session with STOTT PILATES Instructor Sharon O' Connor of Perface Balance Pilates and fitness.
Penticton
One Free personal coaching session with Lyndsay Blais Consulting.
Penticton
One free 1 hour body therapy treatment that uniquely combines orthobionomy, craniosacral, massage, energy work, hot rocks & towels plus sound therapy at SynchroTherapyTM with Cyndy Bishop.
Penticton
One free Aqua-Chi detox footbath session (regular fee $30)at Christina's Holistic Centre, with Christina Ince. New
Penticton
Receive a $25 discount for one-day private massage training for a couple (regular fee $100) at Christina's Holistic Centre, with Christina Ince. New
Penticton
One Free Reiki treatment at Christina's Holistic Centre, with Christina Ince.
Penticton
Receive a 50% discount off a Relaxation Massage treatment at Christina's Holistic Centre, with Christina Ince.
Penticton
One free session - hypnosis, or psychological, or energy work, communication with your body and/or talk therapy. Joy Green, Psychologist
Penticton
Win 1 of 3 "Every Drop Counts" T-Shirts or a Water Bottle- Donated by City Of Penticton`s Water Conservation Department
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Enter Contests - Click Here!
See Previous Winners Comments |
New Announcements |
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| Arthritis & Well-being Research Study |
Crohn’s or Colitis for Research Study |
Maternity Care Study |
Urantia Book Study Group |
Has Arthritis has changed how you view yourself and your life?
Tell us how in this University-based online survey. Click Here
University of Windsor, Ontario |
WANTED: People with Crohn’s or Colitis for Research Study. Tell us how IBD has changed how you view yourself in this
University-based online study.
Visit us at Click Here
University of Windsor, Ontario |
How satisfied are you with your midwife or obstetrician?
Please tell us in this University- based online research survey. Website |
Please contact me if interested in starting or joining a
Urantia Book study group in Penticton. Phone 492-4537 |
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Sunday September 9th is International FASD Day |
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 Around the world, this day is designated for sharing information about the prevention of and interventions available for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe a range of permanent disabilities caused by drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
[Visit OKinHealth`s Maternity and children`s page to Read More] |
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New Healthy Recipes |
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| Sesame Salad |
Sesame Salad Dressing |
Coconut Milk |
Nut Milk. |
1 head iceberg lettuce, 1 head romaine lettuce, ½ cup chopped green onion, 2 cans water chestnuts drained and sliced, ½ cup slivered raw almonds, ¼ cup sesame seeds, ½ cup peeled and cut up fresh mandarin oranges. Optional: cucumbers and tomatoes |
½ cup white vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp black pepper
Mix well. |
Drill hole into eye of coconut, drain water into blender. Smash open coconut with hammer, dig out meat with flexible knife, cut into bits, put coconut bits in blender. Add two cups of water, blend well. Pour into straining bag and squeeze out liquid. |
 You can use whatever nuts you like but we recommend walnuts, almonds, or cashews.
Soak 1 cup of nuts overnight or 24 hours. Put nuts in the blender, add three cups of water, blend well. Pour into straining bag and squeeze out liquid. |
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| Jackie Haverty - Infinite Healing - CD |
Prepare for a powerful healing experience that transcends time and space. Divinely inspired words and music create a harmonic resonance integrating quantum physics with Divine Love for transformation on all levels of body, mind and spirit.
Contains:
11 page booklet:
Conscious Healing
Track 1:Ultimate Healing 42 minutes
Track 2: I AM Healing 33 minutes |
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Hear sample's on website www.innerlightconnectionS.com
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New Classifieds |
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| SEMINAR ROOM for RENT |
Call for Accredited Practitioners |
B & B needed |
Sahaj Marg Meditation |
Web designs |
Room Size: 450 square feet
( a pproximately 18'x 25' )
also Healing Rooms -
Pacific Institute of Reflexology, 535 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.
Also FOR SALE
La Fuma Zero Gravity Recliner Lounge Chairs
and Faulkner Recliner Chairs, Reflexology T-Shirts, Maseur Massage Sandals,
Reflexology Foot,
Hand & Ear Charts,
Books, DVD and self-help tools...
www.pacificreflexology.com
(604) 875-8818 or
1 (800) 688-9748 |
Okanagan Wellness Centre,
a professional clinic
in Penticton
designed for full time and part time practitioners, is now accepting applications. Benefits include full-time reception, waiting room, on-site laundry, kitchen, training room, marketing and flexible scheduling.
If you are looking for a professional space to greet and treat your clients, call Nora at 493-7356
or email owc@shaw.ca |
Wanted:
Bed & Breakfast or family home
in or near Kelowna to host an
out-of-town couple who wish to have a homebirth with a Registered Midwife.
762-9763
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is a system of Raja Yoga, is a heart centered practice which is offered free of charge.
Easily integrated into daily life it leads to a calmer, more balanced mind. “First you have to learn to love yourself. That is why perhaps we meditate on our own heart. We learn to love what we find inside.”
Contact:
Penticton:Leslie 250-492-4458
Oliver: Tom 250-498-2310
Nelson: Michael 250 509-0905
Visit our website: www.srcm.org |
Do You Need a Website?
Website designing that is affordable, that you can trust, and no computer experience required. Contact
Maria Carr
250 492 4759 OKinWebDesigns |
| Help Wanted - Penticton's Nature's Fare |
Tent trailer |
Create a new career |
Business
For Sale |
For Sale |
Do you have an interest in working in a health-conscious environment and find satisfaction in helping others? Nature’s Fare Natural Foods is the Okanagan’s largest Natural Foods retailer. We offer a competitive wage and many other benefits. 2 positions are available in our Penticton store:
Vitamin Clerk–experience in natural foods & supplement industry is an asset, but not necessary.
Grocery Clerk- experience with grocery stocking and receiving is an asset, but not necessary. Applicants must be available for daytime & weekend shifts. All interested applicants please drop off or mail resumes to #104-2210 Main St. Penticton V2A 5H8. Resumes can also be e-mailed to Manager Bobbi Krein bobbi_krien@naturesfare.com. Please indicate which position you are applying for. |
needs a home - 1998
PalominoTent Trailer
with Excellent condt- high quailty marine canvas and huge storage bin. Light-weight and perfect for pulling with a car. Modern blue decor, hard top, stove in & out, sink, toliet, two large beds and big dinette booth/bed, sleeps 7. Fridge, furance, awning all in top order.
This is ready to go -
no work needed.
A must see, won't last long.
$5,900. Penticton
Email Maria Carr or Gord
for email pictures or
ph: 250 492 4759
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Pacific Institute of Reflexology Natural Healing School and Clinic has franchises available.
For more details visit our website and/
or
phone 1(800)567-9389 or
1(403) 701-5188. |
Flower Essence production/sales business
includes website, all stock, over 50 L mother tinctures, and much, much more.
Serious inquiries only $7500
Contact Pat Everatt
250-499-7771 or
email |
One gently used massage table, carrying case, head and arm rest, looks brand new $225
Contact Pat Everatt
250-499-7771 or
email |
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| DARE TO DREAM - Body, Mind & Spirit Centre |
Products, Services,and classes for relaxation, growth & healing. Books, CDs & DVDs,crystals/gems, Salt lamps, Feng Shui, etc... Our SEPTEMBER SPECIALS are:
20% off Books, Chimes and Tibetan Singing Bowls
30-50% off our clearance table (more items added monthly)
Treatments by appointment. See 'Holistic Choices' |
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| #33 - 2070 Harvey Ave. Kelowna. |
| Phone 250 712-9295 www.kelownadaretodream.cjb.net |
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