February 11, 2012

News Briefs February 2012

Page Stegner, a former Truckee contractor of 25 years, transformed his passion for music into Tahoe Piano Lessons in 2010. “Simply Music,” an integrative and revolutionary Australian-developed piano and keyboard method that offers a breakthrough in music education, is now available in the Reno and Truckee communities.  This program has students of all ages playing a variety of musical styles, with a curriculum of contemporary, jazz, classical and accompaniment songs, learning 30-50 songs … [Read more...]

A Tribute and a Farewell to a Gracious Lady and Incredible Cook

Remembering Lois Ehlers' Recipe Contributions When I was asked to take over Lois Ehlers’ culinary column in this wonderful health magazine, I felt I couldn’t do so without writing a transition tribute to Lois, who was one of the most active, energetic, creative, and compassionate women I have ever known. She was my mentor in many ways, especially in the kitchen. She also happened to be the “matriarch” of our large family after our mother passed away, and most of all, my beloved eldest … [Read more...]

Lois Maxon Ehlers

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March 29, 1932 - November 27, 2011 Lois Maxon Ehlers waltzed into this world at the end of a long prairie winter, on March 29, 1932, the fourth child of twelve, and the first daughter, of L.E. (Lornie) and Mary (Ament) Maxon. She continued her dance of life with spontaneity, energy and creativity. From a young age she learned to sew her own clothes, which was a great help to her big ranching family during the Depression. Her tireless energy helped her mother “mother” her eight younger … [Read more...]

NEWS BRIEFS January 2012

MANDALA MASSAGE SUPPLY & APOTHECARY RE-ENERGIZE yourself this year with natural scents in FRESH, LUSH perfumes, bath salts, & moisturizing oils. Reno’s new natural product apothecary and massage supply store. We carry all the basics for therapists and spas along with pure bulk ingredients for cosmetic crafting, vibrant essential and exotic oils, and introducing the generously endowed with therapeutic aromas, Temple of Life spa products to be enjoyed by everyone. Come sit at our … [Read more...]

NEWS BRIEFS – October

Women's Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken The annual Lake Tahoe Women’s Wellness Weekend will be hosted by Granlibakken at the Granlibakken Conference Center & Lodge in Tahoe City, November 12-13. The event fuses Eastern tradition with Western practices to offer a balanced weekend of information, inspiration, activities, food & wine. Registration is only $99. For information, call (530) 583-4242 or call 1 (800) 543-3221 to register   Nutritional Zeal for Life Zeal for … [Read more...]

New Editor at Healthy Beginnings Magazine Offers a Refreshing Perspective

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Ffjorren Zolfaghar, Editor and Content Manager, comes to Healthy Beginnings Magazine with a background in writing, editing, and marketing. As her passion lies within the field of writing, she obtained a BA in Journalism from the University of Minnesota. She also believes that information is given purpose when it is passed on to others; therefore Journalism was a natural fit. During her experience in TV, Radio and Newspaper, Ffjorren fine-tuned her writing and editing skills. She also worked … [Read more...]

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