Angela's Vegan and Raw Foods Classes are Back!

Greetings Detroit and all who grace us here,
We hope you're all having a wonderful Earth Week! We have been amazed and inspired by all the wonderful events throughout the city this year. There are many important Detroit Evolution Laboratory events this weekend as well. Please check out the details below and join us! We look forward to seeing you all around town for what appears to be our first seriously warm weekend of the year. Please help us by spreading the word about our events and our work. We thank you so much and remind all of you that we wouldn't be here if it were not for you. We are very blessed to share with you all!

Shelley's Back from India!
First, our dear friend Shelley Smith (editor of Peace, Love & Yoga Magazine) has just returned from Mysore, India where she studied at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute. Shelly returns to the Lab to teach her 10 am Saturday class tomorrow morning. Please come out to welcome her home and take in a practice freshly steeped in the traditional Indian practice of yoga. Gregg will also be teaching tomorrow at noon. Please come by and join us as we dedicate our practice to the people of Detroit and enjoy what is going to be an incredible Saturday in Eastern Market.

2 Months Unlimited Yoga for $100 (only a few days left)
We also want to remind everyone that our reopening special will end on April 30th. To assist us in raising funds for the Lab we are offering 2 months of unlimited yoga for $100! This is a great way to get started with a regular practice at the Lab and we encourage you to come out and experience our community-based and soulful classes. This is not high pressure gym or health club yoga, come as you are with an open mind. We look forward to seeing you!

Bioneers Detroit's Food Stories
Also tomorrow, Angela will be sharing her food story at Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit's Food Stories Gathering from 10am-3:30pm at the First Unitarian Universalist Church on Cass. Please partake in a day of tales and food, to celebrate the Earth, the new growing season, and our Detroit neighbors who will share. Please bring your own food stories to share. Lunch will be provided by Chef Phil Jones of Jones Urban Foods. The Lab's Angela Newsom shares her "Food Story" at this exciting event. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4605 Cass Avenue, Detroit. $3-10 Suggested Donation.

VegFest
This Sunday is the incredible Michigan VegFest from Noon-5pm at Ferndale High School. VegFest features food from local restaurants, lectures, cooking demonstrations and free samples. Detroit Evolution Laboratory will have a table and Angela will offer a Raw Foods demonstration. Ferndale High School 881 Pinecrest in Ferndale (south of 9 mile, west of woodward). Admission is $10 at the door $5 for students and free to kids under 6 and VegMichigan members. Visit http://vegmichigan.org/activities/vegfest/index.php for more details.

Raw Gourmet Class next Tuesday!
Next Tuesday is Angela's official return to teaching her Raw Food and Vegan kitchen classes! Please join us for a Raw Gourmet Kitchen Class from 7-9pm. The preparation of Raw Foods can be simple or quite complex. For this Raw Gourmet Kitchen Class Angela will share elegant healthy recipes that will inspire beginning and advanced Raw Foodists alike. In this class we will prepare a mouth watering Raw Caponata served with Angel-hair Zucchini Noodles and incredible Raw Garlic Bread. This is an incredible meal that we look forward to sharing with you! This two hour class is $30 and is sure to fill up quickly so please RSVP and arrange payment as soon as possible. Angela's upcoming classes are listed below and are already filling up!

So, it's an exciting time at the Lab and we hope you'll come check out our remodeled space. We've included our Yoga Schedule below as well. Our current Lunar Cycle Artist is Jeffrey Thomas and his work will be up until May 7th. We've been enjoying his work immensely and encourage you to check it out. Our blessings to you and yours.

In Health, Joy and Liberation,
Gregg, Angela & Aya, Alan and the entire Lab crew

VEGAN AND RAW CLASSES with Angela & Gregg
Our classes are about much more than just food preparation - learn how to reduce waste through composting and recycling, explore sustainability, meet like minded people, and share great food, information and resources. We will prepare a four-course meal from start to finish, and then sit down together to enjoy the fruits and veggies of our labor! We offer our students a unique experience and an opportunity not only learn, but also to connect with others and realize the importance of food in our lives and the world. The food you choose to eat can change the world! Space in these intimate classes is limited and full payment is required to register. Please call 313.316.1411 or email to arrange payment.

Tuesday, April 28 - Raw Gourmet Kitchen Class - 7-9pm. The preparation of Raw Foods can be simple or quite complex. For this Raw Gourmet Kitchen Class Angela will share elegant healthy recipes that will inspire beginning and advanced Raw Foodists alike. In this class we will prepare a mouth watering Raw Caponata served with Angel-hair Zucchini Noodles and incredible Raw Garlic Bread. The perfect meal for a lovely spring dinner. $30

Saturday, May 2 - Mexican Raw Fiesta Kitchen Class - 4-7 pm. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Lab! Bring your appetite as Angela will show you how easy it is to create an amazing Mexican Fiesta that will leave you fully charged and satisfied without the use of any cheese, flour, meat or heat! $45

Sunday, May 10 - Mother’s Day Vegan Brunch Kitchen Class - 11am-2pm. We're pleased to offer this special Mother's Day class. Angela will present incredible egg and dairy substitutes, mock meats for breakfast and lunch, the divine secrets of the sweet side of brunch, and preparation tips that will forever change your vegan kitchen experience. $45

Friday, May 22 - Vegan Indian Cross-Legged Class - 7-9pm. This class will include much more than the delicious food we'll be making ~ learn about the spiritual role that food plays on the Indian subcontinent and the importance of ritual in the kitchen. Our cross-legged classes feature floor seating in the Lab's yoga studio. Special seating needs are gladly met. $30

COMMUNITY-BASED YOGA
These secrets of yoga are within the hearts of everyone.
~Yoga Rahasya III.29

Community-based Yoga is taught specifically for the students in attendance. Yoga is first and foremost about the breath and does not refer to our experience or physical flexibility. In the Lab we find common ground daily and practice from that point. Doors open a half an hour prior to class, mats are available at no charge, and beginners are welcome to any class!

Yoga Schedule & Fees
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, Morning Yoga - 8 am
Tuesday & Thursday, Morning Yoga - 7 am
Wednesday, Lunch Yoga - Noon
Tuesday & Thursday, Evening Yoga - 5:30 pm
Wednesday, Evening Yoga - 7 pm
Saturday, Market Yoga - 10 am & Noon

We encourage trade for all of our offerings
& offer a sliding scale for those in need
Walk-ins: $10.00
5 class pass (good for 1 month): $45.00
10 class pass (good for 2 months): $80.00
Reopening Special: 2 Months Unlimited Yoga for $100!