33 Million and Counting: India’s Renowned Humanitarian to Visit Boston

Spiritual leader, humanitarian and visionary Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, known to millions around the world simply as “Amma”, will host four free public programs at the Best Western Royal Trade Center, in Marlborough, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on July 9 and 10. Read More »

Support Mandatory GMO Labeling in Massachusetts : Action Alert

Legislators need to hear from many more constituents so they will prioritize and bring GMO labeling up for a full vote this session. Read More »

Somerville Aiming to Convert All Public Lights to LED

City officials say the effort would pay for itself in savings within five years and advance Somerville’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Read More »

Scientists Reveal Direct Link Between Brain and Immune System

In a remarkable discovery, researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have determined that the brain is directly connected to the immune system. Read More »

Professional Training on Understanding and Treating Metabolism Function from the TCM Perspective

Dr. Nan Lu will share what he has learned about bridging modern science to traditional Chinese medicine’s wisdom at a four-day training program. Read More »

Pedaling In Boston

Get out and about on your bike in Boston this summer. Read More »

Open House at New Center for Body Mind Integration in Lexington

The new Center for Body Mind Integration, at 109 Massachusetts Avenue, in Lexington, is hosting an open house from 6 to 8 p.m., July 17. Read More »

Once Again, Boston is Most Energy-Efficient City in U.S.

The city received 82 out of a possible 100 points, an improvement of more than five points over its 2013 score. Read More »

New, Effective Treatment for Toe Fungus

SoundShapes is now offering U.S. Food & Drug Administration-approved laser toe fungus treatment. Read More »

New Boston Public Market to Open this Summer

The Boston Public Market (BPM), a permanent, year-round, self-sustaining market featuring fresh locally sourced food, will be opening sometime this summer. Read More »

Natural Awakenings Boston Donates to Calmer Choice

A portion of the Boston's first Mind-Body Experiential Event & Expo proceeds was donated to Calmer Choice, a local nonprofit organization that brings mindfulness education into Massachusetts schools. Read More »

Ride For Free Wellness Raises Funds for Those in Need

Groton Wellness and the Groton Community Foundation hosted their second annual “Ride for Free Wellness” fundraising event on May 17. Read More »

Free Talk on Eating for Health at Whole Foods Market in Dedham

Visions HealthCare is partnering with Whole Foods Market, in Dedham, to present a free talk by Dr. Wendie Trubow from 6:30 to 8 p.m., July 15. Read More »

Especially for Pets Charitable Program Supports Baypath Humane Society

Especially for Pets has donated $8,641 to the Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton, the first quarter Charity Nail Clipping recipient of 2015. Read More »

Equal Exchange: Supporting Farmers, Engaging Consumers, Changing Economies

Equal Exchange was founded 29 years ago in Boston’s South End with a mission to bring small-scale farmers around the world in closer contact with American consumers and reform exploitative models of international trade. Read More »

Boston Area Gleaners Leave No Crop Behind

Boston Area Gleaners (BAG), located in Waltham, works closely with local farmers, providing volunteer labor to harvest what would otherwise be plowed under, to deliver high quality, local produce to pantries and meal programs. Read More »

Bill to License Naturopathic Doctors Before the Massachusetts Legislature

The bill (HB 1992/SB 1205) is currently before the Joint Committee on Public Health. Read More »

Beloved “Hugging Saint” Amma Returns to the Boston Area

World-renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader, Amma, returns to the Boston area on July 9 and 10, offering free programs at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on both days along with a prayer ceremony for world peace. Read More »

Support Your Right to Know

While at times it can be infuriating to think of the mass injustices occurring around us, I diligently try to maintain a focused attention on what’s good in the world. As the well-known adage advises, “What you resist persists.” Read More »