He will focus on how you and your family can create a healthier environment in the home, why organic food represents the best value for one’s food dollar, and stories from his long career in natural health and nutrition. He will also answer questions about organic food and nutritional supplements.

Mr Richard has worked in natural food stores and related fields for more than 30 years. He is the author of five books, including three on natural health topics.

The co-editor of Taste Life: The Organic Choice, he now runs Organic Connection Fresh Food Market & Cafe in Brewster, N.Y.

Other HMN July happenings include:

*July 11 at 10 am to noon in Woodbury — Monthly day meeting at First Congregational Church, www.firstchurchwoodbury.org. Babies, children welcome for optional circle time, holistic-themed article review. Tea and light gluten-free snacks provided, but feel free to bring some snacks as well. Members and visitors welcome.

*July 14 at 10 am to noon in Bethel — Meet up at Parlao Park hosted by member. Members and visitors welcome. A great park for young ones and a short walk to town, which is great for strolling around.

*July 25 at 10 am in Sandy Hook — Story time at Our Green House, www.ourgreenhouse.com. Park time following, weather permitting.

The purpose of Holistic Moms Network is to generate nutritional awareness, education, and support for holistic parenting and to provide a nurturing, open-minded, and respectful community for parents to share these ideals. Members encourage moms (and dads) in their efforts to parent naturally and to raise their children holistically.

The community connects holistic-minded families who want to continually educate themselves in making informed decisions, and welcomes all members and visitors to an environment that does not judge or criticize.

Anyone interested in learning more can visit holisticmoms.org or contact chapter leader Michelle Wenis via email at mwenis@greenwomanyc.com.