Learn Luk Pra Kob in The Art of Thai Herbal Compressing at Apothecary Tinctura, a medicinal herb store and clinic at 2900 E. 6th Ave., Sun., June 8, 4:30-7:30p.m. Fee: $35. Explore birthing traditions of other cultures in A Mother’s Blessing, Thur., June 19 & 26, 6:30-9p.m. Fee: $65.
     Free classes include: Aromatic Edibles, Wed., June 11, or Tues., 17, 6:30-8:30p.m. Call 303-399-1175 for times and sign up or visit www.apothecarytinctura.com.

The Avalokiteshvara Buddhist Center offers General Program Buddhist Meditation classes at 1081 Marion St.: Wednesdays, 7p.m., & Sundays, 10:30a.m. Also: daily chanted prayers, advanced study programs and free stress-buster meditation. Info: call 303-813-9551 or visit www.
meditationincolorado.org.

Make Monday a “get back to business” kinda’ day with Business Mondays seminars at TACtile Arts Center, Tamarac Square, 7777 E. Hampden Ave.: June 9, Toot Your Own Horn Without Blowing It, How to Market (1-3p.m.) and Time Management – Proactive, Productive, and Back in the Driver’s Seat (3:30-
5:30p.m.). Register at www.tactilearts.org or call 720-524-8886.

Authors, agents and publishers teach How Books are Published, a special summer course at University College, the University of Denver’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies, starting Thur., June 10. Aimed at aspiring writers, it focuses on publishing as a business and features hands-on workshops. Registration: 303-871-2291. Course info: 303-871-2237.

Come up to speed on politics, world affairs and food at a free Active Minds lecture around Denver.
     At Tattered Cover Bookstore, 2526 E. Colfax Ave., delve into the history and present-day controversy surrounding Tibet, Tues., June 10, 12:30-1:30p.m. Then, in Brazil, take an in-depth look at the nation that covers nearly half of South America, including its trade, energy and environmental relationship with the U.S., Tues., June 24, 5:30-6:30p.m.
     Analyze The Democratic Primary Race for President at Tattered Cover LoDo, 1628 16th St., on Tues., June 17, 12:30-1:30p.m. Review the candidates’ campaign strategies and the issues that divide and unite them.
     At Temple Emanuel, 51 Grape St., explore how science has altered food to optimize productivity, and the resulting potential for undesirable consequences, in Bio-Engineered Food, Tues., June 24, 11a.m.-noon. RSVP: Jodi, 303-388-4013, ext. 307.
     Coffee: A Brief History follows the black brew from its origins in Ethiopa to Stella’s around the corner on Wed., June 25, 2:30-3:30p.m., at Cherry Oaks, 6800 Leetsdale Dr. RSVP: 303-331-9963.
     Info: Jeff Robertson at 303-320-7652 or info@activemindsforlife.com.

Gather for worship, workshops and inspiration in We Believe Colorado: People of Faith for the Common Good. Join members of congregations of many faiths on Thur., June 12, 6:30-9p.m. to ensure that “common good” values are discussed in the public square and in the media, this election year and beyond. Held at Montview Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St., the event is free to the public; registration is strongly advised. Details at www.WeBelieveColorado.org.

Learn to turn your garbage into gold at a free Learn to Compost class at Gove Community Garden, E. 13th Ave. and Colorado Blvd, Sat., June 14 & 28, 9a.m.-11a.m., and Wed., June 18, 6-8p.m. Worm Composting Workshop, Sun., June 22, 2-4p.m. Please register at least one week prior to class; visit www.denvergov.org/denverrecycles for details.

An incredible, edible free food fair for those afflicted with Celiac disease comes to the El Jebel Shrine Center, 4625 W. 50th Ave., Sat., June 14, 10a.m.-12:30p.m. Check out gluten-free foods from local and national vendors, and learn more about the Denver Metro Chapter of the Celiac Sprue Association. Info: www.DenverCeliacs.org or email csadenver17@yahoo.com.

Survey a scandalous crime involving a high-society love triangle, adultery & drugs in Murder at The Brown, the Sun., June 15, 2p.m., Red Hot Sundays for Red Hat Ladies program, at the Colorado History Museum, 1300 S. Broadway. $20 cost includes program, refreshments at 3p.m., and museum admission.
     Correcting the Past: The Memory of Historical Injury and the Hope for Remedy – a free, special Independence Day First Friday program – will take place July 4, 11a.m. at the Hyatt Regency, 650 15th St., as part of the Japanese American National Museum’s Enduring Communities Na-tional Conference.
     Reservations for all events: 303-866-4686; or www.coloradohistory.org.

Former Colorado Supreme Court justice Rebecca Love Kourlis presents The Courts in Colorado – Where We Have Been and Where We are Going, the next lecture in the Colorado History Museum’s President’s Summer Institute speaker series, Fri., June 17, 7:30-8:30p.m., at 1300 Broadway. The monthly breakfast programs aim to illuminate and shape the state’s future by exploring its past. Next month (July 7), Sen. Wayne Allard presents Colorado’s U.S. Senators. Reservations required, tickets $20. Call 303-866-4686.

Mi Casa Resource Center For Women provides good, free advice on common legal problems every Legal Night the third Tuesday of each month (June 17), 5:30-7:30p.m. Attorneys are available to provide legal guidance in areas including housing, employment, credit problems, family law, immigration, etc. Held at Mi Casa, 360 Acoma St. Info: 303-
573-1302.

Watch and discuss Transit-Oriented Development: Reshaping the Great American City with local experts Wed., June 18, 6-8p.m., at the Auraria Campus’ King Center, 855 Lawrence St. Q&A session follows the documentary, produced by the American Institute of Architects Denver Chapter, which explores the benefits of successful transit-oriented development in the U.S. The event is free, with free parking at Tivoli or – better yet – ride in on Light Rail lines C, E, D, F or H. Directions: www.ahec.edu/kingcenter.

Pick up pointers on marketing and networking through the Cherry Creek Chamber of Commerce this month:
     The Business Success Series presents Drop Dead Marketing Ideas with “serial entrepreneur” Bob Adelmann, Tues., June 24, 7:45-
9:15a.m., at 101 Monroe St., $15 (free for Chamber members).
     Cindy Rold presents Networking Made Easy at The Women of Cherry Creek’s Wed., June 18, informative, over-lunch meeting at Macaroni Grill, 11:30a.m.-1p.m. $20 members, $25 non-members; registration required by Fri., June 13.
     Info or RSVP to www.cherrycreekchamber.org or 303-388-6022.

Hear how site-specific painter Jessica Stockholder rearranges relationships between people and spaces in Artists on Art: The Next Generation, the Thur., June 19, 7p.m., Logan Lecture in the Sharp Auditorium of the Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy. Tickets: $12-$18. Afterwards, hobnob with the artist at the Mad Wine Bar, Martin Plaza, for $25. Info: 720-865-5000, www.denver artmuseum.org.

Get edgy! Call in sick to work on June 23 – and attend Nicky Epstein’s Edging & Embellishments Workshop at Coppelia’s Needlepoint & The Shivering Sheep, 231 Milwaukee St. Appropriate for knitters of all levels, the day-long workshop will include a Continental breakfast and catered lunch, with Epstein teaching some of her favorite, unique embellishments in a two-session format. Finish the day with a trunk show and book signing. Space is limited; call 303-320-7776 to reserve a spot.

Saint John’s Cathedral hosts Building Understanding Between the United States and the Asian Muslim World, Tues., June 24, 9:30-11a.m., at 1350 Washington St. Muslim journalists will reflect on the value of interfaith dialogue and the media’s role in shaping public perception of Islam. Lunch follows. Reservations requested: 303-577-7730, Sharon@sjcathedral.org.

Join Stewart Cubley for The Painting Experience, a weekend workshop emphasizing the creative process, Fri.-Sun., June 27-29, at Colorado Free University’s Lowry Campus, 7653 E. 1st Pl. Fees/registration, visit www.process arts.com or call 888-639-8569.

Take an illustrated tour of garden landscape walls, covering style, color selection and plant choices in The Builders in the Garden: Urban Microclimates, Colored Walls, the next offering of Garden Personalities, the 2008 Bonfils-Stanton Lecture Series at Denver Botanic Gardens, Sat., June 28, 11a.m. Registration and details at www.botanicgardens.org or 720-865-3580.

Aspiring Sydney Pollacks are invited to Denver Film Society’s Young Filmmakers Workshop, June 30-July 11, at StarzFilm Center in the Tivoli, 900 Auraria Pkwy. Learn how to see film; how to plan, write, and shoot; and how to edit from some of the leading filmmakers and film experts in the Rocky Mountain West. Co-presented by University of Colorado College of Arts & Media. For details, visit www.denverfilm.org or contact Ann Collier, at 303-595-3456, ext. 227, or ann@denverfilm.org.

Start de-stressing today with a beginning Taoist Tai Chi Society taijiquan (tai chi) class, held at 1060 Bannock St. Upcoming Friday classes (6-7:30p.m.), begin June 6. Each four-month course teaches 108 movements and basic angles. Health Recovery classes held weekly. Info: www.colorado.usa.taoist.org or 303-623-5163.

A free introduction to the Art of Living Course: Laugh, Let Go & Repose in the Self! is held Wednesdays, 7-8:15p.m., 1001 E. 7th Ave. (downstairs at Denver Metaphysical Research Society building). Founded by renowned spiritual leader, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, this course combines the science of the breath with ancient wisdom of the east. Ongoing courses monthly. Email artoflivingdenver@gmail.com, visit www.artofliving.org or call 720-878-2895.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Aquatic and Exercise programs are now offered through Denver Parks & Recreation and the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center.
     The low-impact, joint-safe Exercise Program reduces pain and stiffness, while increasing flexibility and range of motion; classes are held at Washington Park (701 S. Franklin St.), and Cook Park (7100 Cherry Creek Dr. S.) recreation centers. For information, or for a listing of all exercise and education programs in Denver, visit www.rockymountainarthritis.org or call 303-756-8622.
     The Aquatic Program, held in shallow, heated pools, reduces pain and stiffness while increasing joint flexibility and stamina, and maintaining muscle strength.
     The JCC offers Hydro Therapy classes 11a.m. Tuesdays and 6:30p.m. Thursdays, at 350 S. Dahlia St. Open to JCC Chai members, first class free. Details at www.jccdenver.org or 303-316-6380.

Sustain yourself! Check into free classes and organic and hydroponic garden supplies at Let It Grow Colorado, 252 Broadway. Classes available for novice gardeners to expert growers; free organic compost to customers every Wednesday. Info: 303-266-1000.

The Inner Connection Institute is a center for spiritual growth and psychic development, and offers classes in meditation, healing and clairvoyance. Call 303-282-9439 for a free newsletter, or come by the free aura healing clinic, held each Wed., 6-7p.m., or on Thur., noon-1p.m., at 4101 E. Louisiana Ave., Suite G-1 (entrance around the back of building).

Meditation and Buddhist philosophy classes are held Thursdays, 6-8p.m., in Cook Park, using the Dalai Lama’s The Art of Happiness and Sogyal Rinpoche’s The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Call Deb Rosenberg, 303-695-0499, for location and details.

¿Habla usted Español? Haroldo’s Spanish conversation group takes place on Fridays, 9:30a.m.-noon, at Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. Advanced conversation, reading, translation and grammar. Info: 303-733-9693.

A free gentle yoga class, for all ages, sizes and abilities, meets every Sunday morning, 10:10a.m. (except 5th Sundays) at Alamo Placita Park, Emerson St. & E. 3rd Ave. Free meditation opportunities also offered. For details, call MJ, 303-433-6280.