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Brain Exercises for Cognitive Longevity with Julie Fratantoni, PhD
Week of April 4, 2026
1. Brain Exercises for Cognitive Longevity: Part I Emotion Regulation 2. Brain Exercises for Cognitive Longevity: Part II Mental Energy 3. Brain Exercises for Cognitive...
Happy Hour for Hormones with Nancy Cetel
Week of April 11, 2026
Hormones Through the Ages This comfortable, warm and welcoming discussion will involve the women’s health journey through the ages and the relationship of our hormonal...
Color Journals: Learning to See Color with Fresh Eyes with Clayton Merrell
Week of April 18, 2026
For anyone interested in color, this workshop will focus our attention on the color environment in and around Rancho La Puerta with the aim of...
A Perfect Lifestyle
Week of April 18, 2026
A Perfect Lifestyle: Food, Drink, Sex and Chocolate. Every day we make important lifestyle choices which determine how long and well we will live. This discussion...
Pearls from the Practice of Life
Week of April 25, 2026
A family physician’s guide to help you struggle less and thrive more. The Building Blocks of a Life Well-Lived A review of the ground rules...
Color Journals: Learning to See Color with Fresh Eyes with Clayton Merrell
Week of April 25, 2026
Sunday Color Journals: Learning to See Color with Fresh Eyes Focusing our attention on color in and around Rancho La Puerta, we will increase our...
Nourishing Your Health with Integrative Medicine
Week of May 2, 2026
Nourishing Your Health by Living Green Modern life exposes us to chemicals that may be subtly or profoundly impacting our health. We absorb toxins in...
Be Quiet, Be Heard
Week of May 2, 2026
Hidden Communication: Master the Invisible Forces That Shape Your World Beneath every conversation lies a fascinating world of unseen communication. When tensions rise or emotions...
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection with Dana Dean
Week of May 9, 2026
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection Integrating Periphery and Affecting Balance and Movement Vision is learned, and 75% of all sensory input is vision....
Creative Expression – Art with Lena Rivkin
Week of May 9, 2026
Henri Matisse Collages: Create your own colorful and striking collage in the vibrant style of Henri Matisse. Creative Expansions: Collaborate with famous artists by combining...
Stronger Bones, Longer Life with Dr. Lani Simpson
Week of May 30, 2026
Dr. Simpson’s presentation will provide practical tips to promote strong bones and strong muscles so that we can maintain our physical independence as we age....
Your Best Year with Karen Kimsey-House
Week of May 30, 2026
Your Best Year What if the next year of your life was your best year, just because you decided to have it be that way? ...
Beyond Kegels: A Lifetime of Pelvic Health with Kathe Wallace and Dawn Sandalcidi
Week of June 6, 2026
This presentation series helps you understand your pelvic floor muscles and their role in core stability, bladder, bowel, and sexual health. Includes current information and...
Your DNA is NOT Your Destiny! with Dr. Lee Rice
Week of June 6, 2026
The Power of Meaning and Purpose Learn how to harness the incredible power of the epigenome to enhance both life quantity and, more importantly, quality....
The Art of Connection: Assertive, Clear, and Confident With Denise Dudley
Week of June 27, 2026
The Art of Connection: Assertive, Clear, and Confident Practical communication skills for real-life success Session 1: The signals that shape your style: Mastering the elements...
A Nurturing Abundance Week
Week of August 1, 2026
Nurturing Abundance: Seeking harmony and health with the Self, Community, and Earth August 1-8, 2026 Join us for a transformative week where visionary leaders and...
Pandora Thomas
Week of August 1, 2026
"The Earth is Her Employer" Pandora Thomas is a passionate global citizen: a caregiver, teacher, farmer, designer, and speaker. Her work emphasizes the benefits of...
Norma Meza
Week of August 1, 2026
Norma Meza is from the traditional Kumeyaay lands of Ja'aa, also known as Alamo (Cottonwood) Creek in Baja California. She grew up learning from her...
Pat Mitchell
Week of August 1, 2026
Pat Mitchell, a pioneering journalist, producer, and media executive, has spent her career breaking new ground for women and amplifying underrepresented voices. She produced the...
Ageless Athletics – Training for Brain Health and Longevity with Eric Cruz
Week of August 22, 2026
We all know that falls and cognitive decline are major issues as we age. Most physical training as we age focuses on muscular strength, bone...
Happy Hour for Hormones with Nancy Cetel
Week of August 29, 2026
Hormones Through the Ages This comfortable, warm and welcoming discussion will involve the women’s health journey through the ages and the relationship of our hormonal...
The Great Microbiome and Other Topics with Norma Flood, MS, RDN
Week of September 12, 2026
The Great Microbiome: Our Greatest Ally for Optimal Health It is becoming common knowledge that gut bacteria are connected to aspects of health, including inflammation,...
Your DNA is NOT Your Destiny! with Dr. Lee Rice
Week of September 19, 2026
The Power of Meaning and Purpose Learn how to harness the incredible power of the epigenome to enhance both life quantity and, more importantly, quality....
Creative Expression – Art with Lena Rivkin
Week of October 10, 2026
Henri Matisse Collages: Create your own colorful and striking collage in the vibrant style of Henri Matisse. Creative Expansions: Collaborate with famous artists by combining...
Happy Hour for Hormones with Nancy Cetel
Week of October 10, 2026
Hormones Through the Ages This comfortable, warm and welcoming discussion will involve the women’s health journey through the ages and the relationship of our hormonal...
Beyond Kegels: A Lifetime of Pelvic Health with Kathe Wallace and Dawn Sandalcidi
Week of October 17, 2026
This presentation series helps you understand your pelvic floor muscles and their role in core stability, bladder, bowel, and sexual health. Includes current information and...
A Perfect Lifestyle
Week of October 24, 2026
A Perfect Lifestyle: Food, Drink, Sex and Chocolate. Every day we make important lifestyle choices which determine how long and well we will live. This discussion...
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection with Dana Dean
Week of November 14, 2026
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection Integrating Periphery and Affecting Balance and Movement Vision is learned, and 75% of all sensory input is vision....
Your DNA is NOT Your Destiny! with Dr. Lee Rice
Week of November 28, 2026
The Power of Meaning and Purpose Learn how to harness the incredible power of the epigenome to enhance both life quantity and, more importantly, quality....
A Path for Personalized Wellness with Nicola Finley
Week of December 5, 2026
Lifestyle Approaches to Reduce Chronic Medical Conditions The Mediterranean diet can lower the risk of chronic diseases. We’ll explore tips about not only nutrition but...
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection with Dana Dean
Week of December 5, 2026
The Functionality of Your Eye Brain Connection Integrating Periphery and Affecting Balance and Movement Vision is learned, and 75% of all sensory input is vision....