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Holistic Health as We Age – Dr. Charles Lightwalker teaches how to take a more holistic approach to preventing illness and improving health as you age. Today, 10-11:30 a.m., at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Cost is $12. Call (509) 535-0803.
Tai Chi Yang Starting Form – Ancient form of exercise helps increase calm, focus and balance. For ages 18 and older. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 15-April 7, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at East West Tai Ji Quan Studio, 827 W. Second Ave. Cost is $59. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org.
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Bloomsday Training – Every class begins with a full-length yoga session before concentrating on walking or running technique. Participants will appreciate the body alignment, muscle relaxation, and mental focus this approach brings to the race. All paces welcome. For ages 13 and older. Saturdays, March 19-April 30, 9-11 a.m., at Unity Church, 2900 S. Bernard St. Cost is $98. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org.
Revolutionize Your Health with Juicing and Live Foods – Cherie Calbom discusses the health benefits of biophotons, enzymes, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients as well as learning what kills yeast, how to break the yeast-fat cycle and how super foods help the body detoxify, heal and shed excess weight. March 24, 6-7:30 p.m., at Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Fee is complimentary. Call (208) 676-9730 or visit www.pilgrimsmarket.com.
Zumba Tuesdays – Class combines Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves. Held Tuesdays, March 22-May 10, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Cost is $48. Call (509) 535-0803.
Essentials of Essential Oils for Health and Wellness – Aromatherapist Leslie Winsor will review the applications and uses of a variety of essential oils and blends for therapeutic purposes in health, mood and cognitive function. March 26, 11 a.m.-noon, at Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. Call (208) 676-9730 or visit www.pilgrimsmarket.com for more information.
Holistic Festival – Features free lectures and psychic panel. Participants meet with chiropractors, healers, medical intuitives, readers, hypnotherapists, and reflexologists; learn about numerology, detox and your angels; and experience foot baths, bio-feedback, iridology, DNA work and natural pain relief. March 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Admission is $6. Visit www.holisticfestivals.com or call (509) 624-1865 for more information.
Spring Greens – Healing Foods Kitchen class covers the benefits of whole foods for boosting your immune system to assist in cancer prevention and achieving good health and healing after cancer treatments. March 28, 5:30-7 p.m., at Providence Holy Family Hospital campus, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Cost is $10. Call (509) 482-2271 to register and for more information.
“The RAW Truth” – Author Jordan Rubin presents the book “The RAW Truth.” Free seminar will cover the secrets of transforming your health through the power of living nutrients, how to take your health to the next level while supporting your immune system, cleansing more regularly, shedding extra pounds and boosting your energy. March 31, 6:30-8 p.m., at Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Sign up by going to customer service. Fee is complimentary. Call (208) 676-9730 or visit www.pilgrimsmarket.com for more information.
Balance and Agility – Class for those who need additional help with balance and control. Held Thursdays, March 31-May 5, 1-2 p.m., at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Cost is $36. Call (509) 535-0803 for more information.
Upcoming
Holistic Dentistry: Are Your Teeth Making You Sick? – Sponsored by the Autism Society. Speaker will cover toxicity of several dental materials and provide education on alternative mercury-free dentistry. ASW Social gathering and refreshments are 6-6:30 p.m., the talk starts at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Conference Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Free. E-mail Spokane@autismsocietyofwa.org for more information.
Meditations for Heart and Mind: Deepening Presence – Learn the ancient practice of mindfulness, loving-kindness, and compassion to calm the mind and open the heart. Each evening includes guided 30-minute meditation, dharma talk and time for discussion. Wednesdays, March 16-May 11, 6-7:30 p.m., at St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost is donation of $10-12. Call (509) 928-3863 or visit www.mainstream-mindfulness.com to register and for more information.
Psychological and Cognitive Issues Associated with Dystonia – Presentation covers cognitive functioning in individuals with dystonia, specifically how dystonia can affect attention, language, memory and frontal executive functions as well as the psychological impact of living with dystonia. Free. Held Friday, 2:30-4 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St., Room 200. RSVP is requested. Call (509) 891-0790 or e-mail denise@designden.com for more information.
Senior Circle Health “Lunch and Learn” Lectures – For anyone age 50 and older. March 22: “Genetically Inherited Breast Cancer Affects Both Men and Women.” March 31: “Encourage Independence in Seniors to Maintain Quality of Life.” Lectures are 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Valley Hospital and Medical Center Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. RSVP is required by calling (509) 473-5639. E-mail wells@empirehealth.org or call (509) 473-5639 for more information.
Spring Exercise Classes for Seniors – Aerobics: Improve cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone, flexibility and overall sense of well-being. Exercise levels vary, all classes are low-impact. Held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, March 28-June 17, 9-10:15 a.m., at St. Francis of Assisi Parish Hall, 1104 W. Heroy Ave., or on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7:45-9:15 a.m. at Gold’s Gym, 2921 E. 57th Ave. Cost for either session is $37. Yoga: This healing art integrates body, mind, heart and spirit. Types and levels of classes vary. Tuesdays, March 22-May 31, 10-11 a.m., at Corbin Senior Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Cost is $15. Chi Kung – Gentle movements, breathing exercises and conscious walking practices. Class for beginners. Held Fridays, March 25-June 10, 10-11 a.m., at Riverview Retirement Residence, 2117 E. N. Crescent Drive. Cost is $15. Yoga: Increase body awareness, muscle strength, flexibility and balance. Classes for beginners. Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 29-June 16, at Sinto Senior Activity Center, 1124 W. Sinto Ave. Cost is $27. Zumba: Combine Latin and international rhythms to get your body energized and in shape. Held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, March 28-June 15, 4-5 p.m., at Hillyard Senior Center, 4001 N. Cook St. Cost is $35. For more information about these classes, call (509) 279-6027 or visit www.ccs.spokane.edu /continuinged.