June 2016 News and Updates

 

Dear Members, 

 

The farm has turned so many beautiful shades of green in celebration of this prolific season! We hope this finds you well. Whether you are a new patient or an old friend, we would like to welcome you and describe some of our new services and events: 

 

Doctor's Farm Market–Opening in June! 

 

Saturdays from 9-2 

 

Our newest attraction, the Doctor's Farm Market at Ethos Health,will open to all on SaturdayJune 11. Market hours will be from 9:00 am to2:00 pm each Saturday through the end of October. Come see our doctor and farmers and their nourishing, seasonal vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs for sale in the small stone cottage. Signs will direct you once you arrive.  

 

AYOML Class Registration  

 

Classes provide the foundation of the A Year of Mindful Living program. There are 3 kinds of classes open to members each month: 

 

1. AYOML Classes, offered at the Farm once per month on the second Tuesday and following Saturday. On-Line AYOML Classes are offered once per month on the third Wednesday. 

2. Real Life Application Classes offered Tuesdays andFridays throughout each month. 

3. On-Line Support Sessions offered once per month on the third Tuesday. 

 

To REGISTER for all classes go to  "Calendar and Registration" 

 

View list of classes 

Click the underlined Class to get to a registration form. 

 

To view the Ethos Health CALENDAR of Classes and Events go to  "Calendar and Registration" 

 

Please Note – Registration for all classes is a MUST because class size is limited.Please register now! 

 

A Mindful Kitchen Cooking Classes 

 

Our newest cooking classes have been designed especially for AYOML2 members, but will also be open to the public.Based on skills mentioned in EC8 – Cooking and Storing Methods, these classes area great opportunity to join up and bring a friend or family member. 

 

In each class,Karina will create plant-based, global, seasonal recipes while demonstrating practical cooking techniques to help you learn more about oil and salt-free recipe adaptations.These classes make  great gift for Dad or someone you love! 

 

Cooking Class 1 –The Mindful Kitchen: Cooking Methods that Heal and Energize 

Saturday,June 11, 10:00 – 11:30 am 

 

Cooking Class 2 –The Mindful Kitchen: Knife Skills to Simplify Your Life 

Saturday,July 23, 10:00 – 11:30 am 

 

Cooking Class 3 –The Mindful Kitchen: A Savory Sunday Brunch  

Saturday,August 20, 10:00 – 11:30 am 

 

Cooking Class 4 –The Mindful Kitchen: Meals on the Go! 

Saturday,September 24, 10:00 – 11:30 am 

 

Registration information: 

AYOML2 members-$28per class  

All other participants -$40 per class  

Please mail or drop off a check to the Medical Office by close of business on Friday before class. Checks may be made payable to Ethos Health, with Cooking Class and Date in the memo line.Payment must made/received by the Medical Office by the Friday before classes.    

 

Class size is limited to 12 – please register early to ensure your seat!      

 

Link to register 

 

Especially for AYOML 2 for Graduates 

 

Our AYOML2 graduates will receive a 30% discount off the retail price of farm produce. 

 

 Community Events– Mark Your Calendar: 

 

• Saturday,July 16,11 am to 2 pm-Family Sports Day with Potluck Lunch  

 

REGISTER HERE for Family Sports Day:  

 

• Saturday,September 10,5 pm to 8:30 pm-MovieNightwithPotluck Dinner  

 

• October 16-18 - HikingTrip inAdirondacks. For details,click here   

 

• Sunday,December 4,3 pm to 6 pm- AYOMLHolidayCelebration with Potluck and Talent Show 

 

 

Dr. Weiss's Upcoming Speaking Events 

 

Physician as Farmer(talk will take place on Saturday or Sunday, July 9 or 10, time TBA) 

Vegetarian Summerfest July 6-10, 2016 

The Conference Center of Pitt-Johnstown on the Univ.of Pittsburgh Campus,Johnstown, PA 

For more information about attending the 3-5 day event, please go to vegetariansummerfest.org  

 

Physician as Farmer (time to be announced) 

First NJ Vegetarian Festival October 2, 201611:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Hyatt Morristown at Headquarters Plaza 

For more information, please go to njvegfest.com 

 

Remedy Food Project lead by Benji Kurtz,on November 11-13, 2016. Details TBA 

 

New Ethos Cooking with a Buddy Program 

 

Get comfortable in the kitchen with our new Cooking with a Buddy Program. You can join Cheryl Kennedy for an individualized session in the Ethos Health Kitchen. Cheryl will share her knowledge of kitchen skills and AYOML food preparation in a stress-free, one-on-one teaching atmosphere to ensure your success in your own kitchen. Sessions began in February 2016 at the Ethos Medical Office Kitchen. There is a fee to attend these sessions. Please email Cheryl at Cheryl@myethoshealth.com for more information. 

 

For Appointments with Dr. Weiss 

 

To set up an appointment with Dr. Weiss Click Here. 

 

In the Event of an Emergency 

 

In the event of an urgent health matter, you can reach Dr. Weiss by calling our main number (908-867-0060) and selecting patient option (option 1).Then select 1 for the Medical Office or 2 to reach Dr. Weiss directly (you may need to leave a message). 

 

 In the event of a true medical emergency, call 911 and proceed as directed to the nearest emergency facility. 

 

Please remember to reach out to our office to let us know of any changes or concerns regarding your health and wellness! 

 

Tips from Asha 

 

• Pay close attention to and follow theTo Do List that Dr. Weiss gives you after each appointment. This is your customized health plan, and it will help to attach it to your kitchen wall or refrigerator for easy access! Call the office if you have any questions about your personal List! 

• Make follow-up appointments with Dr. Weiss as he has noted in your customized plan! 

• You should NOT be thinking “How can I get comfortable?” 

• You need to be thinking “How can I get uncomfortable,” because this is the place where we are able to learn, grow, and reach our FULL potential 

• If you keep pushing yourself and keep feeling uncomfortable, I promise you, you will have a very comfortable life 

• Please complete all homework assignments to deepen your understanding of these important topics! 

• Practice recipes and kitchen methods to support your success in making the changes that support your goals! 

 

 

For the Most Current News and Events 

 

The website and Facebook pages will be updated frequently with special events and news. Please check both often! 

 

ETHOS HEALTH on Facebook 

You can find Ethos Health on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=ethos%20health.

We publish many special Saturday events here, so join our pagefor current Farm happenings. 

 

AYOML Private Facebook Page 

This fun and supportive community group is up and running and you are welcome to join in! Simply send Asha an email if you would like to participate, and we will send you a link to join the page.  

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It is a great pleasure for us to work with you all! We hope to talk with you soon, and to answer any questions that you may have about your AYOML journey. We celebrate you and your important step toward healthy and joyful living, and we look forward to helping you meet the most important goals anyone can make! 

 

In Good Health, 

The Team at Ethos Primary Care