Hikes |
Hike Buffalo Bayou |
You don’t
have to leave town for a mini-vacation. You don’t even have to get
out of the city limits. Discover the sights and sounds of nature as
you hike along Buffalo Bayou, taking in the rolling landscape and
lush greenery and delighting in art sculpture in unexpected places
along the way. You’ll gain a new appreciation of the Great Outdoors
that is practically at your doorstep. This excellent hike is three
hours of beautiful trail you won’t forget. |
Sunday, February 24, 8:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m., $15
Sunday, May 12, 8:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m., $15
Bring snacks, lunch, hat, sunscreen, water.
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Hike Lake Houston |
Ten miles
of Magnolias, oaks and pines and the white sandy beaches of Peach
Creek near New Caney. A chance to be with nature just outside Houston.
This at one time used to be part of the Girl Scout Camp and Champion
Paper Company. |
Sunday,
March 24, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., $25
Carpooling to area. Bring snacks, lunch, hat, sunscreen, water. |
"Shop Till You Drop" San Marcos Prime Outlet |
By popular
demand! Bargain hunting and a beautiful nature walk, rolled into one
fun-filled day. We’ll hike around this shoppers’ paradise, poke our
noses into outlet stores, then (if we finish early enough) head for
the trails and enjoy some of central Texas’ famed outdoor beauty. |
Saturday,
March 30, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., $15
Carpooling to area. Bring snacks, lunch, hat, sunscreen, water. |
Bluebonnet Trail |
Join
Marian for a memorable drive and walk through colorful Bluebonnet
Country. You’ll enjoy good company, great viewing, and get a little
exercise. We’ll head toward Lake Sommerville, stretch our legs walking
through the park there, then head into Washington on the Brazos State
Park for another scenic ramble. |
Sunday,
April 14, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., $15
Carpooling to area. Bring snacks, lunch, hat, sunscreen, water. |
Buesher State Park |
Meet
new friends, learn about the environment, share ideas about nature—all
while wandering through trails of oak, juniper and pine woodlands.
On the way, see lots of wildflowers and other sights. This beautiful
park is located just east of Bastrop, near Austin, bordering Texas’
Lost Pines region. |
Sunday,
April 21, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., $30
Carpooling to area. Bring snacks, lunch, hat, sunscreen, water. |
Hermann Park and Rice University Fountain Tour |
Take
a stroll and weave through the park, campus and surrounding areas—you
get a different perspective on foot. In total you will see at least
6 water sites and enjoy some exercise at the same time. Those of you
who want to do a picnic brunch after the walk can do so. |
Sunday,
June 2, 8:30-11:00 p.m., $15
Park at the zoo lot near the train. |
Cooking Classes |
Tofu and You |
Discover the versatility and nutritional value of this protein-packed,
delicious food. Learn how to make Tofu-Jasmine Rice, Chinese Ginger
Tofu, Southwestern Cornbread Quiche, Creamy Ranchero Dressing, Creamy
Salsa Dip, and Tofu Chocolate "Cheesecake." |
Tuesday, February 19, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Cooking with Health in Mind |
Health food—drab and tasteless? Wrong! Now put great meals on the
table. Or add a bit of something new and refreshing to your "same
old, same old." Orange, Avocado, Jerusalem Artichoke Salad; Best
Veggie Chili in Texas; Exotic Wild Rice Pilaf; Mexican Squash Casserole. |
Tuesday,
April 9, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Spring Family Dinner |
Celebrate the season with a feast you’ll remember all year! Squash
and Corn Soup, East/West Rice Salad, Chick-pea and Roasted Red Pepper
Salad, Broccoli with Walnut Miso Sauce. |
Tuesday,
April 16, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Desserts with Health in Mind |
Special diet? Don’t despair! Enjoy fabulous desserts everyone will
envy. Great for allergy diets, vegan, diabetic, low sugar (with great
taste!), and more. Blueberry Squares, Lemon Cream Fruit Tart, Zucchini
Muffins, Trailblazer Protein Balls. |
Tuesday,
April 23, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland
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Introduction to the NEW Macrobiotics |
Take charge of your health through food. Eat and live well. Follow
simple macrobiotic principles based on "food energetics"
to cleanse and fortify the system. Apply to any natural foods recipe!
This class features demonstrations on preparing perfect Brown Rice,
Black Beans with Mustard Sauce, Ginger Veggies, Sesame Seed Salt,
Hubbard Squash with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, and Apple Crisp. |
Tuesday,
May 7, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Yummy Low-Fat Desserts |
Satisfy your appetite for yummy sweets while keeping strict control
of fats and sugars! Poached Fruit with Raspberry Sauce, Strawberry/Blueberry
Kanten, "Cheesecake" Bars (nondairy), Chocolate Chip Almond
Cookies. |
Tuesday,
May 14, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Dinner in The Raw |
Staying slim, not turning on a stove, getting great sources of
protein and enzymes from food is a great way to go. Fiesta Coleslaw,
Tabouli Spinach Salad, Walnut/Red Pepper Paté, Totally Healthy
Persons Salad with Orange Miso Dressing, Sea Pasta Vegetable Salad. |
Tuesday,
May 28, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Meyerland |
Other Classes & Lectures |
Be Healthy, Feel Great |
12
keys to optimum health. How to really lose weight. Body chemistry: How
to put your metabolism to work for you. Secrets from the ancients: Health
tips from biblical times and other eras that still work like new. Change
your life by breaking free of SAD (standard American diet)— proven ways
to make long-lasting food choices, easy tools to stay on track. Stretching
and breathing techniques. Daily habit support system. Healthy snacks,
and more. |
Saturday,
February 16, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Saturday,
April 20, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Current
clients - $50, New clients - $65, 2107 S. Shepherd |
Let's Get Organized |
Misplaced
your keys again? Or important papers? Happens too often? Free yourself
NOW from psychological and emotional paralysis that comes with clutter.
No more panic searches. No fighting your way through chaotic closets
and stuffed drawers. You’ll gain so much time through efficiency, it’ll
feel like a miracle. Don’t be a slave to clutter - look at how it has
trashed your well-being! Gain a tremendous feeling of peace and accomplishment.
Start now, with Marian’s easy-to-follow rules, tips and guidance. |
Tuesday,
February 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Kirby & Richmond
Wednesday,
May 15, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35, Kirby & Richmond |
For Females
Only |
Take
charge of your wellness. Gain vital information about many female
discomforts - urinary tract infections, PMS, menopause, breast cancer
wellness, and more. Learn to follow the path of our ancestors who
used herbs, healing teas, aromatherapy, special vitamins, and foods
to stay healthy and fit. At your request, Marian will include information
to help with your particular condition or health concern. |
Tuesday,
March 12, 7:00-8:30 p.m., $20, Meyerland |
Up Your Vitality |
Get
all the energy you want! No matter what your health challenge, discover
which foods, herbs and supplements support you and your body. Learn
new, easy daily habits you can use to dump the afternoon slump. And
ditch that cement-block feeling you carry around all day! Pump more
life into your body. You’ll be amazed at how much you can do! |
Tuesday,
May 21, 7:00-9:00 p.m., $25, 2107 S. Shepherd |
Bell Strategy—Support for All Clients! |
Stay
on track with healthy lifestyle tips and habits! |
Wednesday,
February 20, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 6, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 3, 7:30 p.m.
$10, 2107 S. Shepherd |
Goal Setting & Coaching on All Seven Areas of Your Life
|
For
those of you who want intimate support for personal, financial, community
service, clutter, social, and health projects and goals. |
Wednesday,
February 13, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 27, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
(every other Wednesday - 2nd & 4th
$60 for 6 weeks (or $10 each week), 2107 S. Shepherd |