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Effective, affordable acupuncture, in a beautiful
community setting
21 S. Chestnut St. New Paltz, NY 12561 (845) 255-2145 www.newpaltzacu.com Sliding scale - $25 - $40
You decide what you can afford
CLINIC HOURSTuesday 2:30-7:30 Wednesday 4-7 Thursday 2:30-7:30 Friday 9-12 Gift Certificates available!   |
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Happy Early Spring!
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Spring Equinox
Spring is almost officially here! This year the Spring Equinox occurs on March 20th at 12:14am. This is when day and night are equal and balanced, but about to tip over to the side of light. Our days will start to get longer and warmer. The Spring Equinox is a time for celebration of the return of life, growth, and fertility in the world. It's a dynamic and energetic time - sprouts are busting out of their hard seed casings and working their way through the rich soil towards the sun, chicks courageously break out of the safety of their shells into an unfamiliar world. It's a time of transition, change, and forward movement. Embrace the energy of the season! It's a time to finally break through old, stuck patterns and see what's on the other side; to risk taking the steps to see ideas and plans that you've been contemplating into fruition; to put energy and importance on the things you wish to grow and nurture this year. This is a time for action! Happy Spring!
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Herbal Consults Now Available!
We are excited to announce the addition of an herbalist to our practice! Kathryn Nemirovsky, M.S.O.M, L.Ac., will be available for herbal consults at NPCA outside of clinic hours. Kathryn is trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Element Theory. She will use the wisdom of these traditions to choose formulas to best suit your needs. The first session with her is an in-depth hour-long visit and it costs $75. Follow-up visits are either 2 weeks or a month later and cost $40. If you would like to add herbal medicine to your wellness plan, let us know and we will schedule you a session with Kathryn!
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Free Acupuncture Through Breast Cancer Options
Breast Cancer Options in Kingston provides funding for 5 free acupuncture sessions for people going through breast cancer treatments or experiencing treatment side effects. We're happy to report that NPCA is now on their list of clinics for free sessions. If you or someone you know is going through breast cancer, take advantage of this incredible service to support the treatment process and provide much-needed relief. You can contact us at NPCA or Breast Cancer Options for the paperwork and to set up an appointment.
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Community Rieki
Hudson Valley Community Reiki offers free Reiki sessions once a month. Reiki is a method of hands-on healing that originated in Japan. It gently restores balance and helps to reduce stress, pain, and sleeplessness. Reiki and acupuncture complement each other well. Check it out!
Saturday, March 17th, 11-1; New Paltz Community Center (3 Veterans Drive, behind Town Hall off Route 32 North).
http://www.hvcreiki.org/
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Empire Passport Now Available!
The Empire Passport for this year is available! This is an annual pass providing unlimited day use vehicle entry to most of New York's State Parks and recreational facilities for just $65. It can be used locally for our beloved Minnewaska State Park. So, if you spend a lot of time up there hiking, biking, or swimming, this is a great way to cut down on entry costs for the year. You can get your Passport in person at the booths at Minnewaska or Peterskill, or you can do it online. Check out the link below for details. http://www.nysparks.com/admission/empire-passport/default.aspx |
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Allergies : (
While this unbelievably mild winter has been great, it most likely means an early start for allergy season. Acupuncture is very effective for relieving seasonal allergies. It works best if you start treatments 3-4 weeks before the season hits, so this is an ideal time to make your appointment at NPCA. Give us a call and let us help you enjoy Spring! |
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Recipe of the Month
Spinach, Asparagus, and Leek Frittata
Eggs are a central symbol of Spring - they represent new life and potential. This is a delicious and easy seasonal dish. Feel free to use other veggies and herbs that sound good to you. You can also roast up some new potatoes with olive oil, salt, and fresh dill for a perfect side dish. As always, please use organic ingredients. Serves 4 1 box of baby spinach 1 lb of asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 leek, sliced thin and washed 1 T olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced 8 eggs 2 T milk ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or feta cheese if you prefer) Salt and fresh ground pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Set aside. In a saucepan bring salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus and refresh in ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a large, oven-proof saute pan (like a cast-iron skillet), heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add leeks and saute until soft, then add garlic and a little salt and pepper. Sautee for another minute until garlic becomes fragrant. Add spinach (and more olive oil if needed) and saute until spinach is wilted and much of its liquid has evaporated. Spread out spinach mixture evenly in the skillet. Spread asparagus over it. Pour egg mixture over spinach mixture and asparagus. Use a spatula to lift up the spinach mixture along the sides of the pan to let egg mixture flow underneath. When the mixture is about half set, put the whole pan in the oven. Bake for about 15 minutes, until frittata is puffy and golden. Remove from oven and let cool for several minutes. Cut into quarters to serve. Enjoy! |
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Organic Seeds Ok, gardeners, this is the time of year to start dreaming about what to grow, garden design, and all of the great things you'll make from your abundant harvests. And it's also the time to start seeds. Yay! I'm always chirping on about going organic, so here are some resources for organic seeds: The High Falls Co-op and the New Paltz Agway have selections of organic seeds. You can also order them directly from suppliers: Seeds of Change: http://www.seedsofchange.com/ Horizon Herbs: http://www.horizonherbs.com/ Local seeds from the Hudson Valley Seed Library: http://www.seedlibrary.org/ What better way to ensure that you're eating healthy, nutrient-rich food that's vibrant and full of vitality than to start with organic seeds!
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Farmers' Markets
New Paltz: Saturday, March 10th, 10-3; New Paltz Community Center (Veteran Drive, off Rt.32, behind Town Hall) Gardiner: Saturday, March 17th, 11-3; Gardiner Library Kingston: Saturday, 17th, 10-2; The Old Dutch Church, in Bethany Hall |
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Amy
Amy Benac, M.S., L.Ac.
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