Promoting Wellness Through Our Wellness Retreats 

AnnapurnaBlue Health and Wellness 

AnnapurnaBlue Health &amp; Wellness: A Sanctuary for Renewal AnnapurnaBlue Health &amp; Wellness was created from a simple yet powerful belief: that true healing happens when we care for the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. Founded by Deborah Peteler, AnnapurnaBlue offers transformative wellness retreats and programs designed for individuals navigating life transitions, health challenges, emotional overwhelm, and personal reinvention. With over 30 years of experience in trauma-informed care and holistic wellness practices, Deborah blends ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic approaches to create safe, supportive environments where real healing can take place. Our retreats — held both locally in Minnesota and internationally — are intentionally designed to help participants slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. Through gentle Qigong movement, meditation, sound healing, breathwork, mindset sessions, and meaningful group dialogue, participants gain tools to manage stress, navigate change, and build emotional resilience. AnnapurnaBlue is especially supportive of women ages 35–70+ navigating grief, life-altering illness, menopause, empty nesting, career transitions, and other profound shifts. We believe these seasons of life are not endings — they are powerful invitations to rise. Our programs are inclusive, nurturing, and deeply respectful of each individual’s journey. Many participants leave feeling restored, empowered, and connected — not only to themselves, but to a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Whether someone is seeking healing, clarity, rest, or renewal, AnnapurnaBlue provides a sacred pause from the noise of daily life and an opportunity to move forward with intention. To learn more about upcoming retreats and programs, visit annapurnabluewellness.com We are grateful to be part of this community and honored to support the well-being of our neighbors.

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AnnapurnaBlue Health & Wellness: A Sanctuary for Renewal AnnapurnaBlue Health & Wellness was created from a simple yet powerful belief: that true...

Editor's note: Have an achievement you would like to share with the community? Send submissions to <a href="mailto:jay.corn@patch.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">jay.corn@patch.com</a> for posting on Patch. A pair of Wayzata High School graduates have been named to the Dean's List at the Savannah College of Art and Design for fall quarter 2011. Full-time undergraduate students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the quarter receive recognition on the Dean's List. <a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/wf/click?c=%2FqnAUMgE5Li0t4oQkovKvdKKRwtb5sJNvmls5A7xp%2ByBq5rX7cAOpSFqEg9AHEOH&amp;rp=Gq6uuV7wpn11ymHNqbn%2F9ux7hlKGQZ6HI2Ac%2FKjztV5dsYQzsVa9kCuMtM05RhuiW2I3o6SSTPXawseDI1P1EufIvcm7GiDBoldBat%2Bkyzk%3D&amp;up=DGKHZ0C9KDgmUnljUt5dboAz1lYQFBMS9%2FvKm6Tn5EXVS2OlZu%2BzE9qW85xb02ayMlhYd0k0mKWIBELiJ1n8xTog%2FwlZ%2F0OG%2FHBpO1kXeQPeK5l84IZqSSIFdo7zGJAvh6dUHTHCilpXW7NAEmS%2FAA%3D%3D&amp;u=PszkbQeSRliAelKSEa53FQ%2Fh0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Grace Washko</a> and <a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/wf/click?c=%2FqnAUMgE5Li0t4oQkovKvVWK2xAz54LiCjkxbnvRxTTxWec65GP4Xw901HefTrM8&amp;rp=Gq6uuV7wpn11ymHNqbn%2F9ux7hlKGQZ6HI2Ac%2FKjztV5dsYQzsVa9kCuMtM05RhuiW2I3o6SSTPXawseDI1P1EufIvcm7GiDBoldBat%2Bkyzk%3D&amp;up=DGKHZ0C9KDgmUnljUt5dboAz1lYQFBMS9%2FvKm6Tn5EXVS2OlZu%2BzE9qW85xb02ayMlhYd0k0mKWIBELiJ1n8xTog%2FwlZ%2F0OG%2FHBpO1kXeQPeK5l84IZqSSIFdo7zGJAvh6dUHTHCilpXW7NAEmS%2FAA%3D%3D&amp;u=PszkbQeSRliAelKSEa53FQ%2Fh1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Alison Werneiwski</a> were both named to the most recent list. This is Washko's second time on the Dean's List and Werneiwski's first. The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor's and master's degrees at distinctive locations and online to prepare talented students for professional careers.

Editor's note: Have an achievement you would like to share with the community? Send submissions to <a href="mailto:jay.corn@patch.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">jay.corn@patch.com</a> for posting on Patch.

A pair of Wayzata High School graduates have been named to the Dean's List at the Savannah College of Art and Design for fall quarter 2011. Full-time undergraduate students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the quarter receive recognition on the Dean's List. <a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/wf/click?c=%2FqnAUMgE5Li0t4oQkovKvdKKRwtb5sJNvmls5A7xp%2ByBq5rX7cAOpSFqEg9AHEOH&amp;rp=Gq6uuV7wpn11ymHNqbn%2F9ux7hlKGQZ6HI2Ac%2FKjztV5dsYQzsVa9kCuMtM05RhuiW2I3o6SSTPXawseDI1P1EufIvcm7GiDBoldBat%2Bkyzk%3D&amp;up=DGKHZ0C9KDgmUnljUt5dboAz1lYQFBMS9%2FvKm6Tn5EXVS2OlZu%2BzE9qW85xb02ayMlhYd0k0mKWIBELiJ1n8xTog%2FwlZ%2F0OG%2FHBpO1kXeQPeK5l84IZqSSIFdo7zGJAvh6dUHTHCilpXW7NAEmS%2FAA%3D%3D&amp;u=PszkbQeSRliAelKSEa53FQ%2Fh0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Grace Washko</a> and <a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/wf/click?c=%2FqnAUMgE5Li0t4oQkovKvVWK2xAz54LiCjkxbnvRxTTxWec65GP4Xw901HefTrM8&amp;rp=Gq6uuV7wpn11ymHNqbn%2F9ux7hlKGQZ6HI2Ac%2FKjztV5dsYQzsVa9kCuMtM05RhuiW2I3o6SSTPXawseDI1P1EufIvcm7GiDBoldBat%2Bkyzk%3D&amp;up=DGKHZ0C9KDgmUnljUt5dboAz1lYQFBMS9%2FvKm6Tn5EXVS2OlZu%2BzE9qW85xb02ayMlhYd0k0mKWIBELiJ1n8xTog%2FwlZ%2F0OG%2FHBpO1kXeQPeK5l84IZqSSIFdo7zGJAvh6dUHTHCilpXW7NAEmS%2FAA%3D%3D&amp;u=PszkbQeSRliAelKSEa53FQ%2Fh1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Alison Werneiwski</a> were both named to the most recent list.

This is Washko's second time on the Dean's List and Werneiwski's first. The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor's and master's degrees at distinctive locations and online to prepare talented students for professional careers.

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Grace Washko and Alison Werneiwski were both named to the most recent list.