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Zumba Classes – Get Fit in 2010 – Zumba Fitness classes for ladies held Tuesdays and Thursday, 5:45-6:45 p.m. at the Moran Prairie Grange Hall, 6106 S. Palouse Highway. Move to Latin-inspired music. No experience needed. Cost is $40 for eight classes, $36 for six classes and $28 for four classes. Call (509) 448-4265 for more information.

First Aid/CPR Classes – Adult, child and infant first aid/CPR classes, new student and refresher courses, are available through The Safety Center, 1317 W. Kiernan Ave. Courses cover assessment of airway, breathing, and circulation techniques, as well as the use of protective barriers. “Hands On” CPR exercises are included. Prices range from $35-$55 and include a training manual. Two-year certification cards are issued. Registration is required. Call Rick Bennett at (509) 979-0849, e-mail rick@thesafetycenter.us, or visit www.thesafetycenter.us.

Pilgrim’s Market Events: Fat Flush for Life: A seasonal approach to burn stubborn body fat all year long. Ann Louise Gittleman, author of Fat Flush for Life, will be speaking on the new secrets of Fat Flush for Life as well as signing books. Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m. A Healer in Every Household: My Body, My Life, Stay Healthy, Learn How: Covers personal care tips for stimulating the body to increase brain activity and strengthen the immune system; Jan. 23, 3-4 p.m. Eastern and Western Medicine – Unified: Presentation will cover whether there are similarities between Eastern and Western medical views of health; Jan. 21, 6-7 p.m., and Jan. 23, 1-2 p.m. Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine: Facts and Fears – An Introduction: Informal presentation will cover the basics of the Traditional Chinese Medicine system, how acupuncture and herbal medicine are used for healing and prevention, and what to expect from your appointment with an acupuncturist. Jan. 28, 6-7 p.m. All events are free and open to the public. Held at Pilgrim’s Natural Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 676-9730 for more information.

Baby Care – Course focuses on learning hands-on care of infants, safety issues, feeding and comforting of a new baby. Jan. 19, 6-8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $25 per person. Call (509) 232-8138 to register.