Ongoing
Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Austin Chapter, Support Groups are held throughout Austin and surrounding areas on various days and times. For more information, call 454-5476.

American Canaer Society’s Support Groups. Several support groups are offered for issues such as bone marrow, breast cancer, dialogue support groups and life after loss. For more information, call 919-1866.

Angel Valley Organic Farm
Buy directly from the farm on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and enjoy a pretty drive out past Lago Vista. Or come out Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at 11713 Jollyville Road or visit www.angelvalleyfarms.com.

Anger Management Classes. This 10-week series is held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Austin Men’s Center. For more information, call 445-7946.

Applying New Attitudes and Directions. If you are affected by anorexia nervosa or bulimia, this discussion group focuses on providing a place to meet and talk with others experiencing similar problems. Meetings are every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Insight Center. For more information, call 469-7678.

Aussie’s Bar and Grill Volleyball Tournaments. Aussie’s has ongoing tournaments, including women’s, men’s and coed “A” and “B” divisions and more. For more information, call 480-0952.

Austin Ballroom Dancers. Ongoing five-week classes are offered for all levels of dancers at the Hancock Recreation Center Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Dances are hosted every Saturday at the Lamar Senior Activity Center, located at 2874 Shoal Creek Blvd. (29th Street and Lamar Blvd.) from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. This is not a night club; it is a smoke- and alcohol-free environment. The cost is $5 for students or members and $8 for visitors. For more information, call 989-3939, or visit www.austinballroomdancers.org.

Austin Children’s Museum. “Storytime” is presented every Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. The cost is free with admission to the museum.

Austin Epilepsy Support Group. This support group for epilepsy patients, their families and friends meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Brackenridge Hospital, 601 E. 15th St., in the second floor conference room. For more information, call Nikki at 413-1596.

Austin Farmers Market is in downtown’s Republic Square Park at Fourth and Guadalupe streets. Growers and vendors will sell seasonal, locally grown produce, including vegetables, fruits, flowers, dairy products, baked goods and ready-to-eat foods, as well as crafts and local arts. The market will also feature cooking demonstrations, educational programs and live music. It is open Saturdays, from 8 a.m. until noon, through Nov. 22. For more information, visit www.austinfarmersmarket.org.

Austin Fit Marathon Training. Register for the Austin Fit Marathon Training Program. The success rate of those who complete the program and enter and run the marathon is outstanding! For more information, call 703-6596 or visit www.austinfit.com.

Austin Floorball Club. This fast-paced Scandinavian sport resembles a cross between floor hockey and indoor soccer. A basic floorball stick is provided; all you need is a pair of sneakers. The Austin Floorball Club is committed to fun, friendly, noncompetitive floorball play. For playing times and locations, or for more information, e-mail austin_floorball@yahoo.com or call 477-5566, ext. 1219.

The Austin Fly Fishers meet the third Thursday of each month in the Austin Northwest Recreation Center, located at 2913 Northland Drive. Fly fishing begins at 6 p.m. with a general meeting beginning at 7 p.m., followed by announcements and a speaker. For more information, call Constance Whiston at 916-4393.

Austin Martial Arts Academy
Check out our five-week women’s self-defense seminar called Realistic Assault Defense. This empowering seminar teaches women and teen girls how to protect themselves in a physical and emotional attack to deal with conflict and conquer fear. Learn how to prevent and avoid attacks through inner and outer awareness. Classes begin Tuesday, July 8, at 8:15 p.m. Weekly sessions for Karate Camp are available for kids through August from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, for ages 4 to 13. Kids will explore a variety of activities including karate training, kids self-defense, swimming, sports and developmental games.

Austin Meditation Center. Enjoy Bhakti yoga with a vegetarian dinner and lecture Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., along with mantra meditational techniques for calming the mind and controlling the senses. Classes are always free for children, teens, adults and community groups. Yoga for all levels is offered Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Fridays from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Call 472-YOGA for more information or visit www.austinmeditation.org.

Austin Outdoor Gear Kayaking. Classes offered include introduction, flat water, moving water, whitewater and coastal. For more information and the current schedule, call Wilderness Supply at 476-3712.

Austin Paddling Club is for beginners, intermediates and experts, as well as river, lake and ocean paddlers. Meetings are held monthly every second Thursday at 7 p.m. For more information, call 448-5171.

Austin Rock Gym offers a free indoor rockclimbing clinic with the purchase of a day pass ($14) on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday night from 6 to 10 is ladies’ night. Austin Rock Gym, in support of She Climbs, also has a national women’s rock-climbing organization, has a two-for-the-price-of-one special ($14 for two females). For more information, call Christy or John at 416-9299.

Austin Rugby Football Club welcomes all to join the exciting game of New Zealand coaches division-one rugby. Practice location is at the Burr Field Complex at 6013 Loyola Lane. For more information, call Abel at 736-7609.

Austin Runners’ Club meets at 7 p.m., the first Thursday of each month, at Run-Tex south. Every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Duncan Park, there is a social run for anyone interested in running with a group. For more information, call 301-4245 or 922-7828.

Austin Sierra Club. The general meeting is held the first Tuesday of each month at the LCRA Hancock Building, located at 3700 Lake Austin Blvd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the program starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 305-6296.

Austin Triathletes. Club meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Matt’s el Rancho located at 2613 South Lamar Blvd. (just north of Manchaca and south of Oltorf). For more information, call 499-4633 or visit www.austintriathletes.org.

The Basic Essentials of Health. This free program is for individuals who are interested in learning wellness for the entire family and is presented monthly at Northcross Shopping Center. For more information, call 451-6626.

Bhagavad-Gita. Ongoing classes are held on Tuesdays from 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and include meditation. Classes are free. The Austin Meditation Center is located at 2307 Rio Grande St. For more information, call 472-9642.

Boggy Creek Farm. Shop the farm stand for Market Days, open year-round on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for TDA-certified organic vegetables, flowers and herbs. The farm is located two and a half miles east of downtown, at 3414 Lyons Road. For more information, visit www.BoggyCreekFarm.com.

Bone Marrow Support Network. The bone marrow stem-cell transplant support network, cosponsored by the American Cancer Society and the Southwest Regional Cancer Center, is an ongoing service for current cancer patients and survivors. Patients undergoing bone-marrow or stem-cell transplants are able to receive information and have direct contact with others who have experienced the procedure. For more information, call 421-4100.

Breast Cancer Support Group. Meetings are for breast cancer patients only and take place on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call Eva Villanueva at 919-1886.

Cancer Support Group. Meetings are open to people with cancer, their families and friends the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Brackenridge Hospital on the ninth floor. For more information, call 324-7994.

Central Market Tours and Cooking Classes are offered by Central Market and Seton dietitians. Take a grocery tour to learn more about healthy food choices and tips for shopping. For more information, call 323-1595. To register for classes, call 458-3068.

Central Texas Division of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition meets the first Tuesday of each month at Riverbend Church, located at 4214 Capital of Texas Highway in classroom 3B. For more information, visit www.ovarian.org or call 1-888-OVARIAN.

Chaparral Ice offers a free one-time “Learn to Skate” class every Saturday at 12:15 p.m. and 1 p.m. for ages 6 and older, including adults. This is a great opportunity to advance to one of their beginner programs this summer. For more information, call 252-8500 or visit www.chaparralice.com.

Chittamani Buddhist Center. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., check out “Finding Happiness from a Different Source” in our meditation and class on integrating Buddha’s teachings into our daily lives with western Buddhist nun Gen Kelsand Dekyi. Fridays at 6:30 p.m., enjoy “Stop the Week” where you can wind down after a busy week by learning to meditate, chant prayers and relax. Food and drinks are served afterward at the center. On Sundays, at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., kids can attend class to learn about the “Buddhist Way of Life.” For more information, call 916-4444 or visit www.meditationinaustin.org.

Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure Screening. These screenings are free and take place at different Seton locations during the month: Seton McCarthy Community Health Center the third Thursday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Seton Highland Lakes Home Health/Hospice Office, the third Wednesday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; and Seton Highland Lakes, the second Wednesday of every month, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 756-8003.

Climb Like a Girl. In the spirit of women and adventure, whether a veteran or a beginner, come experience the thrill of indoor climbing at R.E.I. each Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come join the women of Austin who enjoy this ever-growing sport. It’s free if you own your own shoes or rent a pair from our rental department. The first two Tuesdays of every month are for women 18 and older. The last two Tuesdays are for women 18 or younger. R.E.I. is located at 9901 Capitol of Texas Highway North. For more information, call 343-5550.

Colorado River Walkers meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month, at the Lower Colorado River Authority cafeteria, located at 3701 Lake Austin Blvd. For more information, visit www.io.com/~zenteer/crw/index.html.

Diabetes Fundraising. Start preparing now for America’s Walk for Diabetes, to be held October 5. Diabetes is a serious and costly battle. Please help fight this devastating disease by participating in the walk. To register, or for more information, visit www.diabetes.org/walk or call 1-888-DIABETES.

Diabetes Support Group offers coping skills for the physical and emotional implications of the disease. It meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Seton East Community Health Center. For more information, call 324-4930.

Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA) is a new 12-step support group for compulsive overeaters, bulimics, anorexics and people wanting to improve their relationship with food and their bodies. EDA meets every Monday from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Seton Shoal Creek Hospital in the in-service classroom. For more information, visit www.eatingdisordersanonymous.org, e-mail edanon@bigfoot.com or call Susan at 442-7076.

Eco-detective Trail. Walk the trails at the Austin Nature Center, located at 301 Nature Center Drive, Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 327-8180.

Eternal Way Center. Wednesday meditation services and lectures are held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 1122 S. Lamar Blvd. Call 445-1080 or visit www.eternalway.org for more information.

Exercise for New Moms. This class, taught by a certified instructor, gets your body back in shape with low-impact, high-energy aerobics. Babies up to eight months are welcome. New participants may begin at any time. The class is at Seton Northwest Health Plaza on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Preregistration is required and costs $30 for 10 sessions or $5 per session. For more information, call 324-4450.

Fly Fishing for Women. If you are interested in learning to fly fish, fly fishing outings, casting lessons or kayaking for women, the Women’s Outreach Program of the Austin Fly Fishers has ongoing events for you. For more information, contact Constance Whiston at 916-4393.

4H Club Shooting Sports. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at Austin Outdoor Gear & Guidance, located at 3411 N. Interstate Highway 35. For more information, call 476-3712.

Guided Historic Walking Tours. Discover downtown historic treasures on foot during guided weekend tours of the Capitol grounds and the Bremond Block, Thursday through Sunday. For more information, call 478-0098.

Hatha Yoga. Strengthen, stretch and relax your body. Calm and focus your mind. Hatha yoga complements any sport and is gentle for the nonathlete. Classes are for adults, children and schools and are held: Tuesday, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Friday, from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.; and Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-9642.

Holographic Repatterning. These group healing sessions are designed to free us from fear and limitations and empower us to create our dreams. Ongoing classes are held Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Private sessions are also available. Each session is $24. Call Nancy at 447-1879 or visit dakini@texas.net for more information.

Institute of Intimate Wisdom. We’re hosting a support group for women who would like to have more satisfying and fulfilling sexual relationships. This is a safe place to learn, share personal experiences and talk openly about your sexuality. We will discuss various topics such as intimate communication, orgasm, penetration, sexual positions, sex toys and more. If we can’t talk about great sex, how do we ever hope to experience it? Call 695-7667 for directions. Attendance is free.

Mantra Meditation. Simple techniques help you gain more control of your mind and senses and find satisfaction within. These classes are for adults, children, schools and community groups and are always free. For more information, call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-9642.

Meditation for Children and Teens. Simple meditation techniques allow your child to be more in control of his or her mind and senses and to find self-acceptance. Classes meet every Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Parents are encouraged to learn too and classes are always free. Special school programs are also available. For more information, call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-9642.

Movin’ Easy Dancewear. Our Danceline is a great resource for anyone. Updated weekly, it is a voice recording that contains current information on dance events, workshops, performances, upcoming classes and job opportunities. The Danceline number is 416-5700, code 3262. You can also sign up for our monthly e-mail newsletter, which lists performances for the month. E-mail mktgeasy@swbell.net to sign up.

Northwest Recreation Center Nooner Basketball. Get in shape and have fun playing basketball during your lunch hour every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Northwest Recreation Center, located at 2913 Northland Drive. There is a $2 fee for drop-ins. For more information, call 458-4107.

Oasis Gardens Farmstand
A short trip out of central Austin takes you to a new organic farmstand. The produce is vibrant and wonderful with cabbage, broccoli, fresh greens and brussels sprouts. The stand is open Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to Noon. and is located at 7516 Delway Lane east of Highway 183. For more information, visit www.greenbuilder.com/oasisgardenscsa.

Optimal Health Institute of Austin holds its open house every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and enjoy the beautiful property, learn about our program and be our guest for dinner. For more information, call 261-5367.

Outdoor Adventures: A Component of the University of Texas at Austin’s Division of Recreational Sports. Register for a variety of instructional and recreational outdoor events such as backpacking, biking, canoeing, outdoor rock climbing, kayaking, hiking and rafting. U.T. affiliation is not required. For more information, call 471-3116.

The Outings Program. Participate in this active and popular part of the Austin Sierra Club. For more information, call John Yarber at 891-9643.

Protect Your Back: A Proven, Effective Back Injury-Prevention Program. Allow the American Red Cross to give you a hands-on, practical course. For more information, call 928-4271.

Qigong. These Chinese self-healing classes are offered at Clear Spring Studio, located at 3918-C Far West Blvd., from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. every Tuesday. The cost is $32 for four weeks. For more information, call 266-7926.

Run-Tex Training. Run-Tex sponsors training sessions starting at 5:45 p.m. around Town Lake’s south shore beginning at Run-Tex, located at 422 Riverside Drive. The workouts are free and accommodate all levels of runners. The Monday and Wednesday workouts are for the more advanced crowd. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for beginner and intermediate runners. For more information, call 472-3254.

Self-Defense Workshop. Learn how to get out of headlocks, bear hugs, wrist grabs and defend against the most common attack: the sucker punch. All are based on wingtsun kung fu, whose techniques are the most direct and effective. Workshops are held once per month. Call Robert or Luis at either 443-0635 or 517-8605 for information on how to sign up.

Sierra Club Running/Walking Group. Meetings are held every Sunday at 8 a.m. (all year long) beginning at the steps of the Austin High School tennis courts. One hour of exercise is followed by a breakfast/social hour at a nearby restaurant. For more information, call Merle Miller at 445-6223.

Skating, Hockey and Ringette Registration is currently being held at Chaparral Ice. Call to find out about the next “learn to skate in a week” class: 252-8500 or visit www.chaparralice.com for more information.

Spiritual Principles and Relationships is an ongoing weekly, one-hour program designed to give you the tools to create empowering relationships and a deeply meaningful life. The suggested donation is $7 and all adults are welcome. Classes are Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Eternal Way Center located at 1122 S. Lamar Blvd. Call Michael Biles, M.A., for details at 477-1119.

Sports Safety Training. This six-and-one-half-hour workplace program is offered through the American Red Cross, or your training facility, and features video and classroom instruction. For more information, call Mary Edwards at 928-4271, ext. 239.

STAR: Seniors in Training and Recreation Program. This program features guest speakers discussing health- or fitness-related topics and begins at 11:30 a.m. the final Thursday of each month at The Hills Fitness Center, located at 4615 Bee Caves Road. For more information, call 327-4881.

Stumpy Hollow Nature Hike. Take a guided nature hike through the trails of Inks Lake State Park, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., every Saturday. Bring good walking shoes, water and a hat. Meet at the parking lot across from the park office. For more information, call (512) 793-2223.

Sunday Morning Meditation. Mediation and prayers for world peace can empower each of us to bring about more peace in the world. Join us Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Meditation and classes for children, ages 5 and up, are held Sundays at 9a.m. Sessions take place at the Chittamani Buddhist Center, located at 2919 Manchaca, Ste. A102. For more information, visit www.meditationinaustin.org or call 916-4444.

Texas Outdoors-Woman Network — Austin Chapter is open to women of all ages interested in outdoor activities — fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking and more — no experience is necessary! The free monthly meeting is the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Lake Y.M.C.A. Bring a brown bag dinner and drink and join us for special announcements, a guest speaker and socializing. For more information and a calendar of events, visit www.townaustin.homestead.com or call 310-8969.

Trail Maintenance. Volunteers are invited to the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve to help us repair portions of trails, control erosion and make our trails safe for everyone to enjoy. For more information, call 327-7622 or e-mail to hike@wildbasin.org.

Travis Audubon Society meets monthly every third Thursday at 7 p.m. at Camp Mabry, building 82. For more information, call 926-8751.

Tri-Fit Triathlon Training. Are you looking to fine-tune your swimming, biking or running skills, complete your first triathlon or just balance your fitness routine? Then train to be tri-fit! Learn the latest triathlon-training techniques in one of Ironsmith’s highly personalized classes. All ability levels are welcome. Class fees include access to our state-of-the-art fitness facilities during the duration of the course and the tri-fit training handbook. Preregistration is required. Call 454-4766 or visit www.fitnessdoctors.com.

Vegetarian Dinner, Meditation and Lecture is every Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Austin Meditation Center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. The suggested donation for dinner is $3. Call 472-9642 or visit www.austinmeditation.org.

Westlake Farmers Market. Browse booths of more than 35 vendors selling fresh, organic vegetables and fruits and much more. The market is open year-round, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the parking lot of Westlake High School, located at 4100 Westbank Drive, between Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) and Bee Caves Road. For more information, call Pamela Boyar at 280-1976 or visit www.WestlakeFarmerMarket.com.

Wild Basin Preserve tours are available with special tours sometimes offered during the weekend, so call for meeting times. The preserve is located at Loop 360, one mile north of Bee Caves Road. For more information, call 327-7622 or visit www.wildbasin.org.

Wild Basin Tour-Guide Training. If you would like to learn the wild plants, animals and geology of the Central Texas Hill Country, stop by the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve any Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. to noon for your free certification. For more information, call 327-7622.

Women’s Roadrunner Hockey meets at Chaparral Ice on Sundays from 11 a.m. to noon. New and experienced players are invited. The eight-week session costs $130. For more information, call Leslie at 252-8500.

The Wright House Wellness Center. Long Term Survivors is for anyone who has known their HIV diagnosis for six years or more. The support group meets in eight-week sessions every Monday night at 6 p.m., and is facilitated by a licensed psychologist. The group is free to all clients of the Wright House Wellness Center. “Wednesday Wellness” is a support group for anyone who has known their HIV diagnosis for five years or less. Call The Wright House Wellness Center for more information or to become a client at 467-0088.

Yoga at McKinney Roughs. Reduce stress using breathing techniques and stretching exercises to improve relaxation, flexibility, strength and concentration. Classes cost $10 per visit and are held every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The first visit is half price. For more information, call 303-5073.

Yoga and Meditation for Children. Classes are held every Sunday at the Austin Meditation Center from 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. for ages 4 to 10. The first class is free. Reservations are required. For more information, call 472-YOGA (9642).

Yoga and Meditation for Teens is a class for ages 11 to 16 and is held on Sundays at the Austin Meditation Center from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. The first class is free. Reservations are required. Call 472-YOGA.

Yoga for Your Life, Especially for Seniors. Classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays at Cafe Dance Studio, located at 3307-B Hancock Drive, from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, call 459-8066.

July 2
Mantra Meditation. Call and reserve your spot for a meditation time from the Austin Meditation Center. The introductory class from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. is free but reservations are required. Call 472-YOGA, for more details.

July 5, 12, 19, 26
Splash Party Movie Nights. This film night has been a popular family destination for years. Shows are at Deep Eddy Pool, located at 401 Deep Eddy Drive, west of MoPac on Town Lake. The pool admission fee is $2 for adults and 50 cents for children. For more information, call 472-8546. Shows include: “Stuart Little II” July 5; “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” July 12; “Harry Potter: The Sorcerer’s Stone” July 19; and “Scooby Doo” July 26.

July 6
Chaparral Ice. From noon to 1 p.m., enjoy a special, free-to-the-public exhibition of the best figure skaters from around Texas. These skaters participating in the Texas Hill Country Independence Open Competition will skate for the crowd at Chaparral in singles, pairs and teams from all ages and abilities. Free introductory skating classes will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. as part of the regular public skating session. For more information, call 916-9633.

July 7 to 25
Camp Tapestry. Tapestry Dance Company offers three exciting summer camps for children and teens. Tapestry’s musical theater summer program for ages 7 and up is the perfect opportunity to learn what it takes to put on a show through hands-on classes in movement, acting, voice and set design. For more information and a registration form, please call 474-9646, or click on Summer Programs at www. tapestry.org.

July 9 to August 6
Ballroom and Latin Dance Practice. Time, music and space are yours Wednesdays from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Dance the night away with guidance and encouragement from Dance International and U.T. Informal instructors. The hour-long class is divided into two half-hour practice sessions devoted to practicing the five Latin dances and five ballroom dances. Call 32-DANCE or visit www.dance-international.com, for more information.

July 10
Singles Night At Chaparral Ice. Join Chaparral Ice, austin FiT magazine and Hill Country Outdoors from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for Summer Singles Night. The events will feature public skating, music, prizes, food and beverages and is open to singles of all ages. The cost of standard skate rental is waived so skating is $6 for two hours. For more information, call 916-9633.

July 10, 17, 24, 31
Find the dance for you. The where's and whys of different dance forms and how they fit your goals and as well as those of your children can be discovered at this free seminar. Adults and kids wanting to dance can come by Movin’ Easy north from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 257-8850.

July 11 to 13
Buddhist training for self. Experience the Buddhist approach to training the mind, developing inner peace and contentment and a sense of purpose in your life with a meditation retreat in Dripping Springs. The $120 weekend session, which includes meals and overnight stays is sponsored by the Austin Chittamani Buddhist Center. Call 916-4444 or visit www.meditationaustin.org for more information.

July 12
The How’s and Why’s of Being a Healthy Vegetarian. Learn how to be healthy and meat-free in 2003 with the Austin Meditation Center’s vegetarian nutrition seminar. Preregistration is required along with at $20 fee, which covers the cost of the lecture, handouts, charts, video and dinner. Come eat and learn from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.austinmeditation.org or call 472-YOGA.

Vegan potluck and movie night.
Come to the home of Jim Patterson and Tim Woolsey, located at 2600 St. Anthony St. at 7 p.m. Please bring a vegan dish (no meat, dairy, eggs or other animal derivatives), utensils, a beverage and copies of your recipe, if desired and applicable. If you would rather not cook or are unable to, please feel free to bring a store-bought item and beverage. Please call 322-0388 to R.S.V.P.

July 16
Overcoming Food Cravings. Led by a professional nutrition counselor with 25 years of experience, this class will help you to learn effective techniques to control the cravings that lead you to the refrigerator or snack machine even when you know you are not hungry. The class will be held at 4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. M-1, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $50. Call Alexa Sparkman at 257-0898 to register, or visit www.mindhunger.com for more information.

July 17, 24
Movies in the Park. Time Warner Cable presents free movies this summer at Old Settler’s Park, located at 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., behind the Dell Diamond. The movie will start at 8 p.m. Bring the family out for “Grease” July 17 and “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” July 24.

July 18
Vegetarian network of Austin. Join other vegans for meat-free cuisine at Swad Indian Vegetarian Restaurant. Meet there at 7 p.m. but please RSVP if possible to Rob Nylund at 447-1332. For more information, visit www.vegnetaustin.org or call Kathy Park at 708-0987.

Karma Yoga: Life After Birth. Enjoy meditation and a lecture following Austin Meditation Center’s vegetarian dinner. The night begins at 7 p.m. at the center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. Donations are accepted. For more information, call 472-9642.

Melt Down at Chaparral Ice. An evening of Christian music and public skating will be offered at a reduced cost of $5 per person from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit www. chaparralice.com for a listing of bands. For more information, call 916-9633.

July 19
Friends of Enchanted Rock Summit Trail project. Help rebuild the Summit Trail from the gazebo to the main dome. This volunteer construction project welcomes groups and individuals to assist in moving stone and gravel to the work areas and build steps, retaining walls and erosion-control features. Please bring gloves, water, a sack lunch, hat and sunscreen. Meet volunteers at 9 a.m. at the gazebo parking lot. Enjoy free overnight camping Friday and Saturday and free park entrance. For more information, call 210-695-3046 or e-mail bugaboo@satx.rr.com.

Splish, spin and dash youth triathlon. Kids ages 7 to 14 can compete in swimming, biking and running at this Clay Madsen Recreation Center event. The fun in the sun starts at 8 a.m. Admission cost is $20 by July 11 and $25 after. For more information, call 218-3217.

July 20
Free Skating Day. Come by Chaparral Ice from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for this first-ever completely free public skating day, which will include skate rentals. Customers will be admitted on the rink on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, call 916-9633.

July 21
Overcoming Mind Hunger. Learn about alternatives to dieting, how to eat out of true physical hunger, and change eating behaviors associated with cravings and emotions. The introductory seminar will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. M-1. The cost is $40. Call Alexa Sparkman at 257-0898 to register, or visit www.mindhunger.com for more information.

July 21, 24, 25
Dance classes. The Austin Ballroom Dancers invites people of all ages who enjoy Latin, swing and smooth dancing to classes and weekly dances. Partners aren’t required at the smoke-free and alchohol-free events. Classes are offered on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 811 E. 41st St. Prices vary for attendants and new five-week sessions begin the week of July 21 with Level 1 classes. American tango will be offered on July 24, and rumba on July 25. Advanced classes for the session include waltz, West Coast swing, East Coast swing, samba and foxtrot, as well as a demand class chosen by the attending students. For more information, call 989-3939 or visit www.austinballroomdancers.org.

July 26
Meditation for kids and teens. Young ones ages 5 to 16 can relax and enjoy meditation methods from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The session is free but reservations are required. Call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-YOGA for details.
Salsa at Miguels La Bodega. Come out for a night of hot salsa dancing with Dance International. Katherin Polkingham will serve as hostess at 8 p.m. at the restaurant/bar, located at Fifth and Colorado streets.

July 28, 30
Marathon and half-marathon training.
Challenge yourself for a cure, training for marathons or half-marathons and century bike rides. Participants raise funds for blood cancer research and patient services in exchange for training and support. Recruitment is ongoing. Come to this team-in-training information meeting to find out how you can get the chance to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people and transform your own.We’ll meet at 6:30 p.m. July 28 at the YMCA in the Metro boardroom, located at 1100 W. Cesar Chavez; and July 30 at 6:30 p.m. at at 4214 N. Capital of Texas Highway. For more information, call Lisa Owens at 343-7073, ext. 24.