On Tuesday, December 18 I will be teaming up with Pop Up Yoga NYC, Chia Star, Pushcart Coffee (Peter’s Field loc.), SandyBaggers, and fellow health coach Steph Miller (www.hecticandhealthy.com) to provide an evening of yoga, wellness, and fundraising to support a local business in Staten Island – Not Just Bagels.
I will lead a 40 minute calming vinyasa flow class which will be followed by an informal discussion and Q&A of our featured product – Chia Star. Steph and I will explain why we love chia and it’s amazing health benefits! Chia seeds have been dubbed “the running food”, “a miracle”, and “the ultimate super food” by athletes and advocates alike.
In keeping with the grassroots culture of SandyBaggers, we are donating the proceeds from the event to a small, independent fundraiser. “Not Just Bagels” in Staten Island was one of many family-owned businesses obliterated by the storm; in addition to having their homes ruined, their only source of income was wiped out too. Many people cut their losses and abandoned the properties, but this family is rebuilding because they have no other option. The government and FEMA have not been helpful. A few SandyBaggers met them on-site last month, helped them clear the debris, and now it’s time to rebuild. The fundraiser link is here, to learn more about their story: http://www.indiegogo.com/NotJustBagels
SandyBaggers at Not Just Bagels
Details:
Dec. 18, 8:30-10:00pm
Pushcart Coffee @ Peter’s Field – 301 East 21st Street New York, NY 10010
Cost: $15 admission or $5 admission + donated item (all proceeds go toward Not Just Bagels fundraiser)
Suggested donated items: Bottled water, blankets, Non-perishable food, Contractor garbage bags, Cleaning supplies (Sponges, Laundry soap, Dish soap, vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, Mold-X), Tyvek worksuits, Rubber work gloves, P100 particle respirator masks.
Email me (maggieconverse@me.com) with questions or to RSVP. You can also RSVP by clicking here.
We hope to see you on the 18th!
maggie converse 