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Diabetes Education Center Open House – Get program information and free blood glucose screening, Thursday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 5901 N. Lidgerwood, Suite 18. Call (509) 232-8252 for more information.

Breast-feeding Basics – A class for expectant and breast-feeding mothers on feeding techniques, Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Deaconess Health and Education center, 910 W. Fifth. The cost is $25. Call (509) 232-8138.

New Support Group – The group is for those with ankylosing spondylitis, a rheumatic disease that primarily affects the spine; Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Deaconess Health and Education center, 910 W. Fifth Ave. The group will discuss self-help techniques, treatment options, the importance of exercise, pain management and daily living tips. Call (509) 624-8214 for more information.

Advanced Insulin Pump Skills – A free workshop for diabetes patients, Tuesday from 6-7:30 p.m. at Holy Family Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. Call (509) 232-8138 to register.

City Yoga – Offering morning classes from 9:30-10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays; 505 E. 24th. Beginners are welcome. First two classes are $15 for new students. Call (509) 869-4121 for more information.

Upcoming

Pre-Diabetes Diagnosis – Holy Family Hospital will host this discussion on a pre-diabetes diagnosis, Wednesday from 5:30-8 p.m. at Holy Family Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. The cost is $20. Call (509) 232-8145 to register.

Community Wellness Fair – There will be free demonstrations, health screenings and healthy snacks, Wednesday from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Garry Middle School, 725 E. Joseph. Call (509) 354-5138 for more information.

Bone Basics – A free bone density screening followed by dinner and a presentation, Thursday from 5-8:30 p.m. at the Providence Cancer Center, 5719 N. Lidgerwood. Call (509) 232-8138 to register.

Parenting/Childbirth

Get in Touch with Your Baby – Learn infant massage Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. in the Peaceful Place at the Women’s Health Center of Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $80, and registration is required. For more information, call (509) 474-2400 or visit www.intouchwithyourbaby.com.

Infant and Developmental Massage Classes – Individual and group classes offered in the Spokane area, call Lori at (509) 466-8435.

Happiest Baby on the Block – Learn to calm your crying baby on the first Saturday of the month from 1-3 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Women’s Center, Peaceful Place, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $45 and registration is required. For more information, call (509) 474-2400, or visit www.intouchwithyourbaby.com.

La Leche Leauge – The breast-feeding support group meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd. Call (509) 534-3674 for more information.

Maternity Center Tour – Free Holy Family Hospital tours, first and third Wednesday of each month, 8 p.m. or by appointment. Call (509) 482-BABY for information or appointment.

Mother Baby Time Support Group – Wednesdays at the Sacred Heart Women’s Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Class times vary, depending on the age of your child. Call (509) 474-2400.

Parenting Classes – for single parents of children up to 1 year, sponsored by Catholic Charities Childbirth and Parenting Alone Program. Call for times and dates. CAPA offices, 820 N. Summit Blvd., Suite 100. Free; for registration and information, call (509) 325-7667.

Parent/Childbirth Education – Classes at Holy Family, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St., are offered through Community Health Education and Resources and include: Baby Care Basics, Breast-feeding Basics, Prepared and Refresher Childbirth, Sibling Preparation, Infant/Child CPR, Children at Birth, Sensational Beginnings, Communicating with your Baby, and Infant Massage. For dates and times call Community Health Education Resources Office at (509) 232-8138.

Yoga

Gentle Stretch Yoga – Saturdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at The Unity Church of Truth, 2900 S. Bernard. The cost is $55 for six weeks, or $10 for drop-ins. For more information, call the church office at (509) 838-6518.

Introduction to Yoga – This class will focus on stretching, relaxing and awareness of your body’s intelligence, Wednesdays from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St., Suite T. The cost is $11 a class, or $55 for a six-week session. For information, call (509) 838-3575.

Positive Power Yoga and Pilates Studio – 9107 N. Country Homes Blvd., Suite 7, offers a variety of classes including: yoga, yoga and Pilates fusion classes, and belly dancing. Prices vary. Call (509) 467-9199 for a details schedule.

Yoga Classes – Earthshine Yoga is presenting these classes on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. at the Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. The cost is $44 per month, or $8 for a drop in. For more information, call (509) 499-2037 or visit www.earthshineyoga.com.

Yoga for Health and Healing – The Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St., Suite T, is offering classes for individual with chronic conditions or persons seeking gentle yoga, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. The class is also offered Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Providence Center for Faith and Healing, 101 W. Eighth. The cost is $48 for six weeks, or $10 per class. For information, call the center at (509) 838-3575.

Cancer Support

Cancer Support – For questions about cancer, call Providence Cancer Center at (509) 474-5490. A nurse will answer questions and give the latest local and national information.

Look Good… Feel Better – A program offered by the American Cancer Society to help women diagnosed with cancer learn how to apply cosmetics and choose wigs and other head wear. The group meets twice monthly. For locations, time and more information, call Bonnie Abernethy at (509) 455-3440, option 3.

Chiropractic Care

Free Scoliosis Screen – Enlist professional expertise to your service group or club. Call Loren C. Miller, at (509) 327-3393.

Free Scoliosis Screening – The progression of scoliosis can be slowed or stopped and reversed in most cases without surgery. Utilize this opportunity to have your child evaluated. Call Mark Guthrie, at (509) 327-8188.

Free Workshop – Bond Chiropractic Health Center offers a free workshop on alternative health-care topics, 307 W. Francis. Call (509) 489-1544 for times and dates.

Other programs

Abuse, Control, Possessive and Addictive Relationships – Facilitated men’s and women’s groups to heal and reverse unproductive behaviors. Call for meeting times and dates. For more information, call Life Directions Counseling at (509) 922-3915.

Adult Children from Dysfunctional Families and Co-Dependents – How to grow out of these dysfunctional patterns in a 26-week program of group therapy and support with tools for the results you want. Groups meet various weekday evenings from 7-9 p.m., or Saturday daytime, at Life Directions Counseling Center in the Valley. For information, call (509) 922-3915.