The Solstice is coming! The Solstice is coming!
Winter Solstice arrives this Sunday, December 21, at 5:04 p.m. CST in the U.S. (11:04 p.m. Greenwich time). And for those in the southern hemisphere, this day brings the Summer Solstice.
To celebrate this special "power day," WGN Radio host Frank Fontana has invited astrologer Anne Nordhaus-Bike to return to his show this Sunday, December 21. The show airs on WGN Radio AM 720 from 1 to 3 p.m. Chicago time. NOTE: You can convert this time in Chicago to the local time in your area, instantly, with this time zone converter: http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html.
Listen live on your radio if you're in the Chicago metro area, or listen online on any computer or mobile device, from anywhere in the world, at http://wgnradio.com/on-air/.
Solstice Energy and 'Keeping the Peace' at the Holidays
During Nordhaus-Bike's segment, Frank and Anne will talk about the astrology of the Solstice and what it means for us all. "Many cultures enjoy major holidays around the time of the Solstice," Nordhaus-Bike explained. "In astrology, the Winter Solstice arrives on the day the Sun changes signs from Sagittarius to Capricorn, so we all feel an energy shift from Sagittarian fire, passion, and optimism to Capricornian seriousness, practicality, and ambition."
Frank and Anne also will discuss the longtime association of the Solstice with light as well as peace. "With all the extra tasks and activities that fill our lives in December, many people find the holidays stressful at times. Simply being aware of the special energies available at this deeply meaningful time of year can help us all relax and "keep the peace" in our homes, in ourselves, and with others—no matter how stressful life may become," Nordhaus-Bike explained.
Call in Live Dec. 21
Listeners will be welcome to call in with questions and comments at (312) 981-7200.
Listen on Radio, Online, or on Your Mobile Device
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About Frank Fontana
Emmy Nominated TV and radio host Frank Fontana is a celebrity lifestyle expert and author of the top selling DIY book, Dirty Little Secrets of Design. Frank built his nationally renowned brand as the host one of HGTV's "Takeover My Makeover" and most notably the longest running, highest rated HGTV design shows, "Design on a Dime." In addition, Frank is a regular contributor to NBC's Today Show, Oprah.com and the award winning NBC design show "Open House."
Crossing all media platforms, Frank currently hosts two highly popular radio programs: the Frank Fontana Show for WGN Radio AM 720 and a show for the tool and equipment maker Craftsman that boasts more than eight million downloads to date. In 2014 Fontana's company is launching several branded products under the Frank Fontana Home Solutions brand. First to launch was Frank's custom line of blinds and shades with one of the Midwest's most successful brands, Eddie Z's, and nationally with BlindsandDrapery.com
Frank's book, Frank Fontana's Dirty Little Secrets of Design, is available in bookstores nationwide as well as amazon.com.
Frank can be found online on Facebook and Twitter. For more information, visit his website at www.frankfontana.net
More About Anne Nordhaus-Bike: Award-Winning Astrology Writer, Spirituality Expert
Anne Nordhaus-Bike is president of ANB Communications, a Chicago, IL-based art and communications company offering writing, astrology, art, and multimedia “to help you live in harmony, both at work and at home,” Nordhaus-Bike said. The author of the award-winning Living in Harmony astrology column for the Gazette newspaper in Chicago, she has won several journalism awards and in 1997 was added to the "Wall of Fame" of the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, NY.
Nordhaus-Bike focuses on practical yet inspiring astrology, particularly for business and the workplace, including tips for time management and work relationships. A popular public speaker and radio guest, she frequently appears on Frank Fontana's show on WGN Radio AM 720, based in Chicago, to discuss astrology. She also has been a frequent keynote speaker at events sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs.
A business owner, Nordhaus-Bike founded ANB Communications in 1993. Her business and financial outlooks on 2014 recently were quoted in the article “Is There a Raise in Your Future?” on DailyWorth.com at http://www.dailyworth.com/posts/2367-your-career-predictions-for-2014.
She is the author of the astrology and art book Follow the Sun: A Simple Way to Use Astrology for Living in Harmony, which offers a timeless, annual guide to using astrology for living in harmony with yourself, others, and nature. Follow the Sun reviews each astrological sign, shares simple yet powerful ideas for making the most of that sign’s energies and opportunities, and shows how a public figure born under that Sun sign expressed its energies. See http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23NmwfL3GYc&feature=plcp.
Nordhaus-Bike also is an expert on communicating how astrology and art can help anyone easily improve his or her surroundings, design more effective home decor, and tap spirituality to live in tune with nature and the seasons. She is an award-winning artist and web designer and a multiple award-winning writer on astrology and art. Visit her self-designed, award-winning website, http://www.anbcommunications.com, to enjoy colorful art, inspirational yet practical writing and videos, and uplifting astrology.
Nordhaus-Bike also is the editor-in-chief of the award-winning online astrology and art newsletter, Living In Harmony. Through her spiritual fusion consultations, she provides uplifting information and guidance to help clients harmonize and balance life on the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual levels.
An accomplished musician and theatrical performer, in the past few years Nordhaus-Bike has focused her work in the performing arts on spiritual and mystical subjects and themes inspired by nature. Most recently, she has begun arranging and composing music and combining it with spoken word, photography, and visual art. Her work has been recognized with seven Apex awards from Communications Concepts Inc., a Washington, DC-area communication and journalism think tank, and one award from the Illinois Woman’s Press Association.
Nordhaus-Bike is an alumna of the University of Chicago and lives in the Clearing/Garfield Ridge community of Chicago. For more information, go to www.anbcommunications.com, call (312) 622-6029, or e-mail media@anbcommunications.com or info@anbcommunications.com.