Lecture on natural medicine comes to town

Sylvia Araya will give a free public lecture on integrative/natural medicine from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sat., April 5 at Archstone Plaza Apartments conference room, 235 Conejo School Road, Thousand Oaks.

Araya, a former registered nurse, turned to natural medicine in 1967 and is a professional naturopath. In the United States she's certified in seven natural therapies: nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, sound/color, reflexology massage and aromatherapy.

As a bishop of the Madonna Ministry, Araya includes in her practice spiritual healing and family counseling.

The event is for ages 16 and up. Practitioners in the field are also welcome.

For more information or reservations, call (818) 707-2833.