Steelton Cannabis Health Expo

The Coexist Foundation, with Coexist Gallery and Canna Care Docs, will present the Steelton Cannabis Health Expo from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., May 30. This event will be held in a comfortable environment to teach the whole family about the use of medical cannabis, CBD, essential oil and other alternative methods of healing. There will be yoga, seminars, speaker panels and activities for the family, including a moon bounce for the kids.

Admission is free. Location: S. Front St., Steelton. For more information, sponsors, vendors and attendees may visit TheCoexistFoundation.com.

Letter from Publisher - MARCH 2020

This issue will empower you to develop local, plant-based nutrition alternatives, and it kicks off our new Plant-Based Health & Wellness section, where we also discuss the re-emergence of industrial hemp in Pennsylvania and the burgeoning CBD industry. Read More »

Hemp Seeds Are a Beneficial Superfood

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CBD for Emotional Well-being

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Finding A Way Through Depression

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Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

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Pennsylvania Returns to a Strong Foundational Crop

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Intro to Plant-Based Health & Wellness

The more we know about available natural options, the stronger our decision-making ability will be as we strive to improve our overall health in body, mind and spirit. Read More »

Not All Hemp is Created Equal

CBD American Shaman of PA continues to establish itself as an industry leader by introducing strains of cannabigerol (CBG) hemp flower, including Jack Frost and John Snow. Read More »

Integrative Somatic Balancing at Alta View

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Carlisle Bowen Works Expands Offerings

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Learn to Teach Children Yoga

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Steelton Cannabis Health Expo

The Coexist Foundation, with Coexist Gallery and Canna Care Docs, will present the Steelton Cannabis Health Expo from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., May 30. Read More »

Bhante Sujatha 2020 Dhamma Tour

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Natural Awakenings South Central Pennsylvania - March 2020

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Eating Greener: Tips for Plant-Based Living

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Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food

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Living In Synchronicity: The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

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Meatless Makeover: A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

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Ronnie Cummins on Growing a Movement

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Waste-to-Energy ‘Matterhorn’: Sustainable Power With a Recreational Bonus

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