Natural Awakenings Lancaster/Berks

08/27/2026

🍓 Our cover this month features a variety of crostini (a close cousin of bruschetta). Summer entertaining gets a deliciously simple with these bite-sized appetizers! Find multiple recipes right here. They come together in minutes and offer something for every palate. ☀️

Fresh summer ingredients take center stage in three easy crostini recipes, pairing seasonal fruits, cheeses, herbs and flavorful toppings for effortless entertaining.

08/26/2026

🌿 The York County Pawpaw Festival returns on September 19th with a celebration of regional food, nature and local culture. Hosted at the Horn Farm Center, the annual event will feature more than 40 vendors, fresh pawpaw fruit, native plants, educational programs and family-friendly activities as part of Wild & Uncommon Weekend. 🍈 Don't miss this unique seasonal festival bringing the community together around one of nature’s rare native treasures. ✨

Tickets are now available for the 22nd annual York County Pawpaw Festival, celebrating regional foods, nature, local culture and the unique flavors of the native pawpaw fruit.

08/25/2026

🌿 The next few months are bringing inspiring themes to Natural Awakenings!
⚖️September: Inner Balance 🧘
🍂 October: How Healing Works 🙏
🌱 November: Rooted in Gratitude 🥰

Local healthy living, wellness and green businesses: now is the time to get involved and connect with readers who value the products, services and practices that help them live well and make a difference. 📣 Reach out now to learn about upcoming advertising opportunities and reserve space in these meaningful issues!

08/24/2026

✨ Reiki practitioners seeking to expand their work into healthcare environments can learn new skills through Medical Reiki International’s Certified Medical Reiki Master Training from October 16th to 18th in Lancaster. 🙏 Led by Marleen Duffy and Helene Williams, this program explores ethical practice, communication, research and the practical steps needed to bring reiki into medical settings with confidence and compassion. 🌿 Find out more right here! 💙

Medical Reiki International will present a Certified Medical Reiki Master Training from October 16 to 18, 2026, at Liberty Place, in Lancaster.

08/23/2026

🌳 Pennsylvania’s iconic American beech trees are facing a growing challenge as beech leaf disease spreads across the Commonwealth. In our August issue, we explore how this disease affects native forests, what signs to watch for and why early detection and proactive tree care can help protect valuable trees. 🍃 Read the full article right here and reach out to arborist Andrew Michael Auchenbach for more information. 🌿

Beech leaf disease is threatening Pennsylvania’s iconic American beech trees, highlighting the importance of early detection, research and proactive tree care.

08/22/2026

🧗 Indoor climbing builds strength, balance, endurance and confidence while turning every climb into a full-body puzzle that challenges both your muscles and your mind. 🌟 This month’s Fit Body department article shares why people of all ages are trading traditional workouts for the climbing wall and how you can safely get started with this exciting fitness trend. 🙌

Indoor climbing offers a whole-body workout that builds strength, balance, mobility and mental focus, with beginner-friendly routes and safety systems.

08/21/2026

🌿 Looking for a structured way to support whole-body wellness this season? MiddleWay Wellness is offering a provider-led medical-grade detox program from September 12th through 18th, combining functional medicine guidance, personalized nutrition and medical-grade supplementation to support the body’s natural detoxification processes. ✨Find out more right here and grab your spot now! 🌱

MiddleWay Wellness offers a provider-led medical-grade detox program combining functional medicine, supplementation and personalized guidance for whole-body wellness.

08/20/2026

🌱 Creating a thriving garden can start with working alongside nature. Elyse Jurgen, owner of Waxwing EcoWorks Co., will lead Designing Layered Landscapes on September 26th, teaching participants how to design resilient native landscapes that support wildlife and build healthier ecosystems. 🌿 We've got all the details for you right here. 🌼

Learn how to create resilient native landscapes that support wildlife and biodiversity through an ecological design workshop with Waxwing EcoWorks.

08/19/2026

“Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Wishing you sunshine and all the things that refresh you this week~ The Natural Awakenings Team

08/18/2026

💧 Aqua Blue Wellness Center has expanded its services with ReStora EMS, an FDA-cleared, noninvasive therapy designed to support pelvic floor strength and bladder control for both men and women. ✨ This innovative treatment uses electromagnetic stimulation to help improve muscle tone, neuromuscular control and confidence while addressing common pelvic floor concerns. Read all about it right here! 👍

Aqua Blue Wellness Center, in Smoketown, has introduced ReStora EMS, a noninvasive therapy designed to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and support bladder control.