October 1 – 7

FOUR WEEK SERIES INRO TO YOGA w/ Bari Ruck RYT.  Curious about why people do yoga?   Learn basic yoga philosophy and practices. First series begins Oct 1, 4:30 pm. Second begins Nov 5. $55. Limited space. Jai Dee Yoga and Wellness Studio 5701 N. Florida Ave.  813-231-2300. www.jaideeyoga.com

YOGA AND LIVE MUSIC Enjoy a guided yoga practice while musician Jim Beckwith follows the energetic pulse of the class. Move through yoga postures and breath work in a flow that guides you into deeper states of joy. End w/Jim softly singing you into relaxation . Fri(s) Oct 2 and Oct 16. 7-8:30pm. $20 for 1 person/$35 for 2 people. The Lotus Room- 1101 W. Kennedy Blvd, Tampa. 813-254-6777. 

SUSAN G. KOMEN FL SUNCOAST RACE FOR THE CURE - Oct 3  - Join in the 11th annual race to raise funds to end breast cancer forever. Vinoy Park. 727-823-0728 www.komensuncoast.com

JAYE MARTIN ANUSARA WORKSHOP Sat morning, 9am-12pm. Shraddha - Trust and Faith in The Supreme. A backbend playshop celebrating the connectedness we have to each other and the Bigger Energy that supports us all. Sat afternoon, 1:30-4:30pm –Hip openers leading towards Hanumanasana – A.K.A. the splits. Sat, Oct 3, 9am-4:30pm. $45/session or $80 all day.  The Lotus Pond- 6201 Lynn Rd, Tampa. 813-961-3160.

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS w/Chef Debby DeGraaff. Learn how to make Roasted Portobello Mushrooms marinated in Balsamic Vinaigrette w/ Fresh Rosemary, Portobello Pizza, and Sherried Portobellos. Sat, Oct 3, 11am. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St, Clearwater. 727-443-6703. www.naturesfoodpatch.com

THE HEALING ART OF THERAPEUTIC YOGA Foster your own harmonization by learning principles and applications of therapeutic yoga asanas, movements and pranayamas, and studying related Eastern energetic healing techniques found in Traditional Thai Yoga Massage. Oct 3-4. 10-11:30am; 2-5pm (Oct 3) & 11am-2pm (Oct 4). $40 Sat, $50 Sat & Sun pm sessions. Yogani Studios, 1112 W. Platt St, Tampa. 813-251-9668. www.yogani.com

HERBAL MEDICINE-MAKING WORKSHOP Join local herbalist Deserie Valloreo for a 3-hour hands-on workshop on making your own herbal medicine. Receive a step-by-step workbook and samples to take home. Tues, Oct 6, 6-9pm. $60. Must advance register: www.HerbalWise.us.com or call 727-384-HERB.

SUPER SAVING SALE DAY Senior Citizen Discount Day. 10 percent off everything in the store for seniors (except case priced items & those already discounted). Wed, Oct 7, all day.  Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St, Clearwater. 727-443-6703. www.naturesfoodpatch.com