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Anthropologie will host a Fall Floral Design workshop on Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 7-9 p.m. According to The Summit, “Learn how to arrange foraged fall greenery with designer and stylist Kathleen Varner of Edna K. Creative.”
This should be a fun design class and the perfect opportunity for a girls night out! Click on the link to register: Forage Fall Florals
Are we are all late to the party? Every mountain, lake, island, desert and forest is already named in America. It must have been a blast in 1607 to land in what’s now the United States and say, “Hey, let’s name that river The James after our dear old king, and let’s name that one over there The York River to remind us of home!” So now, in 2016, we’ve got nothing to name except our kids and pets.
Or do we?
Down on the Virginia Peninsula in Williamsburg, intrepid travelers and vacationers have discovered a new waterway, a river– and it has no official name. The powers that be, being amazingly creative, call it the “No Name River,” but even they now think it should have a proper name given tens of thousands of people come from all over the U.S. to swim, play, float and jump into it. It’s not navigable to commercial traffic; there is no industry on it; and the water is so clear you can see to the bottom.
And they want the public to name this river.
The river is found at Kingsmill Resort, and it surges with 250,000 gallons of water and travels an incredible 500 feet. It has no headwater and no mouth, but it flows at around 3 miles per hour and is ideal for floating, wallowing and rafting on colored tubes, given it goes around and around, yet never really begins or ends.
The naming contest is simple. Anyone over 18 can go to
www.kingsmill.com/name-the-
For information, dive into www.kingsmill.com or call (800) 832-5665.
Ring in the new year with one-of-a-kind coach, Shayna Hiller at the beautiful Round Hill Resort in Jamaica, January 19-22, 2017. Shayna will take you through a practice of intention and goal setting and help you press the reset button as you ring in the new year.
Shayna is a one-of-a-kind coach who provides effective methods for integrating mind, body, and spirit. She supports people who have a desire to feel their best, physically and emotionally.
Guests of this transformational retreat will learn how to love their bodies, eliminate self-doubt and shame, manage stress, feel more confident, increase intimacy in their lives, and lose excess weight.
Great tools that guests can take home include:
This retreat will provide guests with the space to gain mental clarity, set meaningful intentions, create a comfortable game plan, identify your top priorities, and maximize your overall health.
Shayna Hiller is an expert in the fields of nutrition, yoga, and meditation. She is the author of ‘Don’t Judge Me By My Cover‘. She supports people in overcoming eating disorders, increasing intimacy in their lives, and discovering and actualizing their life’s purpose. Shayna offers first hand knowledge and expertise to gently guide people on their path to wellness.
Round Hill, in Montego Bay Jamaica, welcomes you with genuine Jamaican hospitality while captivating you at every turn. This beautiful 110-acre private enclave of luxury villas, boutique oceanfront rooms, award-winning seaside dining and an exquisite spa that lies nestled in a lush tropical hillside along a private bay of turquoise waters.
Josef Forstmayr, Managing Director at Round Hill Hotel & Villas comments: “We are extremely excited to be partnering with wellness expert Shayna Hiller to create a unique retreat that will help our guests feel completely re-energized after the festive season. The panoramic views of the ocean from our fitness centre/gym at Round Hill provide an encouraging environment to inspire and motivate guests as they exercise. The stunning location of our gym and yoga pavilion, combined with the positive energy that Shayna will evoke through her exclusive wellness programme, will no doubt make our guests leave the resort feeling completely rejuvenated both physically and emotionally. We look forward to inviting visitors to experience this wonderful wellness and mindfulness retreat.”
An Early Bird Promotion is available until December 10 for $2,662/double occupancy – shared room (per person) and $3,465/single occupancy.
The retreat does not include airfare, but flights can be booked through Retreats Unlimited. For more information on the retreats, visit http://www.
The New Year New You retreat is curated by Retreats Unlimited. To make a reservation, review the detailed itinerary or for additional information visit Retreats Unlimited or call 312-961-3280. For more information, interviews or photos, please contact Tammy Petersen at
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Home furnishings retailer West Elm announced the opening of its first Maryland location at 1301 Dock St. in downtown Baltimore, along the waterfront between Harbor East and Fells Point. The 11,377 square-foot retail Harbor Point location at the Exelon Building will open on Thursday, September 15 at 10 a.m., bringing approximately 30 jobs to the neighborhood. As part of West Elm’s LOCAL program, seven Maryland-based makers and designers will sell their products within the store’s fall assortment of modern furnishings and décor, and a complimentary Design Lab will offer services that support customers in their journey to express their personal style at home. “We are proud to open our first Maryland store in a neighborhood experiencing a renaissance with both locals and visitors,” says West Elm president Jim Brett. “Our goal is to become an active contributor to this historically conscious community, supporting their efforts to preserve the waterfront while sustainably revitalizing a once overlooked area of downtown Baltimore.”
The newly constructed Exelon Building is expected to bring a mix of shops, restaurants and entertainment to Harbor Point, originally a commercial corridor. West Elm Baltimore speaks to the neighborhood’s industrial and shipping heritage by incorporating salvaged materials sourced from Baltimore harbor into the interior’s architecture. Reclaimed pylons constructed from pine, spruce, and fir lumber, once part of the harbor docks, have been repurposed for the store’s ceiling and distinctive cash wrap design.
To celebrate the opening, West Elm partnered with Baltimore-based artist Tomahawk Design Co. to design a limited edition tote bag that will be presented to the first 300 shoppers with a $50 minimum purchase on opening day. Additional store opening activities will include a sweepstakes* offering local customers a chance to win a $2,000 gift card and an invitation to a private pre-opening celebration on Wednesday, September 14 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. A portion of the pre-opening celebration proceeds will benefit Living Classrooms Foundation, a local nonprofit organization aiming to strengthen communities and inspire young people to achieve their potential through hands-on education and job training.
A selection of locally made products by seven Maryland-based makers and artisans will be a part of the West Elm Baltimore LOCAL assortment including:
● Dylan Design Co.: Tables made of wood and metal and manufactured in Baltimore, MD.
● Forty Third Place: Trays and wall art made from salvaged and reclaimed wood in Hyattsville, MD.
● Foxwood Co.: Handmade sculptural vessels, dishes and objects carved from locally sourced wood in Annapolis, MD.
● Radica Textiles: Pillowcases designed by hand and printed in small batches honoring Baltimore’s rich history in the textile industry.
● The Vintage Vogue: Modern handpainted wood coasters that blend patterns and artfully crafted, minimalist shapes by a Baltimore-based artist.
● Tomahawk Design Co.: Baltimore-based graphic design firm specializing in home goods, stationery and apparel.
● Waxing Kara: Beeswax-infused bath and beauty products made by a beekeeper in Owings Mills, MD. For up-to-date information on in-store promotions and events, customers are encouraged to “like” the West Elm Baltimore store on Facebook: www.facebook.com/westelmbmore/ and follow the store on Instagram: @westelmbmore. West Elm Baltimore is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. The store’s address is 1301 Dock Street, Baltimore, MD, 21231 and the phone number is 410-244-0121. *Open only to residents that live within the Baltimore, MD area. Official rules of the sweepstakes can be found on the Baltimore Sweepstakes page.
About West Elm Headquartered in Brooklyn, NY since 2002, West Elm opened its first store in DUMBO, the neighborhood it still proudly calls home. With the mission of helping customers express their personal style at home, everything West Elm does is designed to make an impact in everyday life, from creating unique, affordable designs for modern living to its commitment to Fair Trade Certified, from LOCAL and handcrafted products to community-driven in-store events and collaborations. The brand operates 91 retail stores in the United States, Australia, Canada and the UK, ships internationally to customers around the world and operates 11 stores in Mexico, the Middle East and Philippines through unaffiliated franchisees. In addition to home furnishings retail, West Elm operates West Elm Workspace with Inscape in the commercial furnishings industry. West Elm publishes the blog Front+Main and is part of an active community on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube. West Elm is a member of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. portfolio of brands.
### Contacts for West Elm: Andres (Dru) Ortega 718-780-0452 aortega2@wsgc.com Hannah Zeskind 718-780-4432 HZeskind@wsgc.co
On Tuesday, August 9, Ereka Vetrini, the host of TLC’s Sunday Brunch shared her back-to-school survival guide for all things classroom 101.
She’ll offer insights on everything from finding the perfect lunch snack to capturing memories to staying clean. With this variety of great tips, you may find that your kids could even want to go back to the classroom.
This segment is provided by The Laughing Cow, V Tech, Kandoo & Boogie Wipes and Target.
About Ereka Vetrini:
Ereka Vetrini is a TV Host, Lifestyle Expert, Brand Spokesperson, Producer, Blogger and proud mom of two! Tune-in to TLC Sunday Brunch on Sunday mornings as Ereka brings you the very best brunch & cocktail recipes, styling tips and so much more! Ereka is also the host of Lifetime’s Access Health where her and her team bring you the latest cutting-edge developments and innovations in medicine, nutrition and fitness, so women everywhere can take charge of their health, starting today! As the TV spokesperson for AllRecipes magazine, you can catch her in the kitchen at The Today Show, Meredith Vieira Show and The Better Show where she cooks up recipes created by home cooks from across the country.Ereka was the host of Easy Does It on Yahoo! where she interviewed authors, experts and celebrities to uncover everything you need to know about how to simplify family life. As a mother of two, Ereka enjoys spending every spare minute running after her 1st grader and preschooler. Check out her blog BeYOUtifulmoms.com to see how she balances it all and deals with her daily dose of mom guilt.
Why pick a retreat with just one expert when you can have four? The exclusive wellness weekend Sept 22 to 25 at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills brings together Nikki Sharp, Kino MacGregor, Dr. Nigma Talib and Scott Schwenk, along with special guest speakers, for a life-changing transformational weekend.
The retreat is limited in size to allow all participants one-on-one time with each practitioner, and the opportunity to customize the experience to their personal needs. Additionally, the group will be treated to helipad yoga, meditation and breath work, intention and goal setting, and healthy dinners with featured guest speakers.
The iconic Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles, a long-time favorite of A-listers, is the perfect setting for this special retreat. Guests will enjoy luxurious rooms featuring private balconies overlooking Beverly Hills or the Hollywood Hills.
The program includes 4-days/3 night’s accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, shuttle service to and from the airport, all taxes and gratuities, and a daily gift bag. An Early Bird Promotion is available until August 20th for 3,376/double occupancy and $4,006/single occupancy. The retreat does not include airfare, but flights can be booked through Retreats Unlimited.
One of my favorite quotes is “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams” by Eleanor Roosevelt. This quote is significant in terms of goal setting and personal achievement.
Attending a Jill Scott concert was a goal on my personal to-do list. Jill Scott is a soulful singer and her voice has a variety of range. As a song-writer, her lyrics go beyond the surface; addressing topics that are realistic to listeners.
I was gifted a set of tickets from my brother (and sister-in-law) to take part in her performance at the Amphitheater located in Tuscaloosa.
Lace Chiffon Sleeveless Romper purchased from Amazon Prime
Jill Scott’s concert pushed beyond the limits of watching a songstress to viewing a “seasoned” artist/poet.
She gave us relationship advice and shared reflections from her own life. The concert was amazing and I encourage anyone who’s a fan of her music to purchase tickets from ticketmaster.com
https://youtu.be/OgVyGRdQsg0
The Osi Mizrahi’s Life in Balance Retreats Unlimited retreat in Placencia, Belize Oct. 25-30th embraces solo travel with no single supplement. Mizrahi brings together Ayurveda, yoga and meditation in her powerhouse Ayurveda Oils and Yoga Retreat.
The retreat is designed to teach participants how to live an Ayurveda lifestyle in order to create a life filled with joy and vibrancy. They’ll learn what their Dosha is and how to optimize it through food, exercise and other self-care practices.
Days will be filled with learning rituals to take home, from morning and evening yoga and meditation to how to use Ayurveda oils to calm the nervous system to promote better skin and hair, less chronic pain and better sleep.
Mizrahi studied with Ayurveda master Dr. Lad at the Ayurvedic Institute and is a certified Kundalini, Hatha, and Anusara Level 500 Yoga instructor and certified Shambhala meditation guide. She used the practices she teaches to cure herself of 15 years of digestive issues.
The retreat is 5 day/4 nights and includes all meals, shuttle service to and from the airport, all taxes and tips, and a daily gift bag. Early bird pricing runs until September 25, 2016 and is $2344/single occupancy. Airfare is not included, but can be booked through Resorts Unlimited.
The award-winning Robert’s Grove Beach Resort, is a comfortable, beautifully appointed property set amidst 22 acres of tropical, art-filled gardens and sandy beach that offers easy access to all of Belize’s top attractions.
This past Thursday, Howard and Hampton University alumni of the greater Washington area gathered at the chic Sobe Restaurant and Lounge to sip and meet Keesha D. Fox – contemporary romance novelist. The first installment of the Unthinkable series was on full display as guest were engulfed in conversations surrounding relationships, affairs, and trust.
Light fares of bourbon glazed chicken satay, sliced salmon over cucumber, jerk chicken and asparagus & goat cheese filled wontons were served. The specialty drink of the night, Cointreau Teese – known as the seductive mistress – induced the guest to what the protagonist of Unthinkable, Keena, felt during her rendezvous in Vegas and thereafter. Delicious desserts from The Addicted Bakery consisted of vanilla bean, lemon lovers and berry liquor infused cupcakes.
Unthinkable explores the life of Keena Robinson after her world is threatened by her overzealous co-worker and her loveless marriage begins to fall apart. To help distract Keena from the tragedies happening on the home front, her two best friends, Lisa and Jasmine, planned a two-week vacation to Sin City. Keena caught the eye of her celebrity crush, Chase Parker, on more than one occasion wearing the show stopping designs of FoxMod and Weird Art Society. What happens in Vegas does not always stay in, at least not fashion.
To stay in the loop with Keesha D. Fox, visit www.KeeshaDFox.com to subscribe and receive updates on the latest news and future events.
ABOUT KEESHA D. FOX: Keesha D. Fox is an author and owner of J.A.K.A.B. Publications. Fox’s verse collections – Life and Love From My Eyes and Me: Naked – explains the emotions and mental growth a young women experiences when searching for true love. A few years later, one night’s dream ignited the salacious amorousness story that would be her first contemporary romance novel. In 2015, the first installment, Unthinkable was released. The sequel of Keena and Chase’s love affair, Unbreakable, will be unveiled in 2017. Fox currently resides in Maryland with her husband and four children.
One of the nation’s most popular yoga instructors, Kylan Fischer, will host a five-day wellness retreat for those seeking to unwind from everyday stresses and find their bliss. The retreat will be offered October 5-9, 2016, at the spectacular CostaBaja Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive property just 10 minutes south of downtown La Paz, the capital of Mexico’s Baja California.
“Treat yourself to this opportunity to sweat it out, let it go and relax,” offered Kylan. “This tropical getaway enables you to detox from deadlines and dreary daily routines. You’ll feel the exhilaration and pride of gently pushing your yoga practice to new levels,” she observed.
To take advantage of substantial savings, opt for early bird discounts and book by September 5, 2016. Additional nights can be reserved.
The five-day, four-night retreat includes:
Sea View Room total package price for bookings:
To make a reservation, review the itinerary or for additional information contact Retreats Unlimited at 312-961-3280 or http://myretreatsunlimited.
About Kylan Fischer
Kylan Fischer’s yoga story began with her extensive background in dance. Once she learned yoga to achieve better alignment for dance stretches, the practice became her passion. Since earning her Yoga Alliance Certification, Kylan has led workshops and retreats nationwide. See her amazing poses by joining her more than 91,000 followers on Instagram: @Yoga_ky
About CostaBaja Resort and Spa
The all-inclusive CostaBaja Resort and Spa is just 10 minutes south of downtown La Paz, the capital of Mexico’s Baja California. The resort, unmatched in the region, is set on the magnificent Sea of Cortez overlooking a 250 slip marina and a white sand beach. It is nestled like a jewel within 550 acres of environmentally protected costal lands. Just north of the hotel lies Isla Espiritu Santo, a designated UNESCO World-Heritage bio-reserve, and adjacent waters that offer the best sport fishing in Baja Sur. CostaBaja offers exclusive access and preferred rates at Mexico’s only Gary Player-designed golf course; the tranquil Espiritu Spa featuring locally-inspired treatments and full spa services; three pools and multiple dining options.