Treatments/Healing - MINI Way to Health

Thursday, August 5 - Sunday, August 8

Contact organization for times.

In this challenging economy you deserve a break! Our MINI Way to Health is a shorter version of our popular, week-long Way to Health program, but it gives you oh so much! You'll get a great selection of classes from the Way to Health program (the most comprehensive week-long macrobiotic experience available.) Having a private consultation with one of our experienced macrobiotic counselors tailors the macrobiotic diet and lifestyle to your particular needs, and can make all the difference in your ability to reach your health goals. All this while staying at our beautiful 600 acre campus in the Berkshire Mountains of Western, Mass, enjoying healthy and delcious macrobiotic meals prepared by our world class macrobiotic chefs. If you're coming from a distance, you can take advantage of our economical shuttle from Bradley International Airport (see below for details.) Fee: $425.00 for programs and meals (see website for housing and private consultation Pre-registration required

Food/Dining - Dinner/Lecture: Drink Your Milk? The Truth About Bone Health

Thursday, August 5

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The US is one of the largest consumers of dairy products in the world but we also have one of the highest rates of osteoporosis. So where is the problem? Tonight we will uncover the real issue with bone problems in this country.

Fee: $35 full price, $30 with pre-registration Pre-registration recommended

Workshops (Yoga) - Yoga for Beginners with Jean

Thursday, August 5

6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

In a safe and nurturing atmosphere, this six-week series will teach the beginning student the foundations of yoga. Starting with standing and seated poses, the body will also be prepared for inversions and mild backbends. Moving at each student's individual pace, a better understanding of body alignment and balance will be gained. Students will experience greater sensitivity and freedom in the body. Fee: $15 drop-in, $54 for 4 classes with pre-registration Pre-registration recommended

Meditation - Sittings (Morning)

Every Thursday

7:00 AM - 7:45 AM

All are welcome to attend group sittings. The entrance door will be opened shortly before each sitting and will be locked after the sitting has begun. Please plan to arrive on time.

Group sittings are led by practice leaders – experienced community members who are responsible for opening the front door before the sitting begins and ringing the bell at the end of the sitting. Please contact the office if you would like to serve as a practice leader and meet the following requirements: you have a daily sitting practice, are a member of CIMC, and have three years of Vipassana practice at CIMC with some intensive retreat experience.

Farmers' Markets - Melrose

Every Thursday

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Runs June 4 to October 29

Farmers' Markets - Boston Prudential Center

Every Thursday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Runs May 20 to October 28

Farmers' Markets - Mission Hill

Every Thursday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Runs June 11 through November 15

Farmers' Markets - Cambridge - Kendall Square

Every Thursday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Runs June 4 to October 1

Farmers' Markets - Boston Public Market - South Station/Dewey Square

Every Thursday

11:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Runs Tuesdays and Thursdays May 27 to November 23

Farmers' Markets - Medford

Every Thursday

12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Runs June 17 to October 7