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BLS Skill Check – For participants who have a current BLS card, have taken an online BLS course or other arrangements are needed to check BLS skills and provide a certification card. 30-minute courses are held Wednesday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Inland Northwest Health Services, Health Training Network, 601 W. First Ave. $30. Call (509) 232-8138 to make arrangements for the course.

Dystonia … Let’s Talk – Dyscoveries Dystonia Support Group presents this discussion with members sharing tips, concerns, resources and ideas on dealing with this movement disorder. Bring thoughts and questions. Wednesday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Free and open to the public. RSVP is requested. Call (509) 951-8480 or email denise@designden.com to register and for more information.

2011 Pediatric Palliative Care Conference – Evening Dinner Presentation – Presentation covers how to: apply concepts of pain and symptom management associated with pediatric palliative care; identify roles and boundaries for families and professionals caring for pediatric palliative care patients; and identify strategies to foster resilience for caregivers in the pediatric palliative care setting. Cost is $35. Thursday, 6-8 p.m., at Red Lion Inn at the Park, Audubon Ballroom, 303 W. North River Drive. Visit www.cherspokane.org for more information.

Planning: The Key to a Joyous Holiday Season – The Alzheimer’s Association Inland Northwest Chapter tells how planning helps overcome stress, disappointment and sadness for people with dementia and their caregivers during the holiday season. Free and open to the public. No reservations required. Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Clare Bridge of Spokane, 5329 W. Rifle Club Court. Call (509) 473-3390 for more information.

2011 Pediatric Palliative Care Conference – Conference covers how to: apply concepts of pain and symptom management associated with pediatric palliative care; identify roles and boundaries for families and professionals caring for pediatric palliative care patients; and identify strategies to foster resilience for caregivers in the pediatric palliative care setting. Cost is $45. Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., at Red Lion Hotel at the Park, Audubon Ballroom, 303 W. North River Drive. Visit www.cherspokane.org for more information.

Glow-on: DIY Skin Soothers Workshops – Make your own soothing winter skin care kit while learning about the benefits of avoiding manufactured products. Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon, at Sun People Dry Goods Co., 32 W. Second Ave., Suite 200. Cost is $30, preregistration is required. Call (509) 368-9378, email Juliet@sunpeopledrygoods.com, or visit www.sunpeopledrygoods.com for more information.

Film Showing of “Establishing a Food Forest” – Permaculturist Geoff Lawton demonstrates how to grow a food forest from start to finish. Sunday, 2-4 p.m., at Sun People Dry Goods Co., 32 W. Second Ave., Suite 200. Cost is free, no preregistration required. Call (509) 368-9378, email Juliet@sunpeopledrygoods.com, or visit www.sunpeopledrygoods.com for more information.

Know Your Healthy Options – Learn the options for dealing with depression, stress management, sexual dysfunction, and other complications of diabetes. Monday, 6-7:30 p.m., at 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Cost is free. Visit www.cherspokane.org for more information.

Get Fit Here for Skiing and Snowboarding – Free interactive seminar focuses on the various aspects of getting and staying fit during the winter sports season. Rockwood performance enhancement professionals will explain and demonstrate the specific hows and whys of stretching, strengthening, balance and coordination for winter sports. Good nutrition and hydration practices will also be discussed. Each participant receives a free 30-second assessment using an electronic balance testing advice that is highly correlated to the balance/coordination needed while on the slopes. Open to all ages. Reservations are encouraged. Nov. 9, 5:30 p.m., at Rockwood Physical Therapy and Medical Fitness Center, 505 E. Third Ave. Call (509) 342-3857, email mhedgecoc@rockwoodclinic.com or visit www.rockwoodclinic.com for more information and to register.

Today

On Track for Healthy Holidays – Class fuses sound nutrition, stress management and personal needs into a plan for you. Each class begins with a 30-minute nutrition workshop followed by a 30-minute full-body workout. One private 15-minute consultation included. Held Tuesdays for four weeks, beginning today, 2:30-3:30 p.m., or Wednesdays for three weeks, beginning this week, 5:45-6:45 p.m., at Rockwood South Hill, Wellness, Exercise Room, 2903 E. 25th Ave. Cost is $39 for three-week session or $49 for four-week session. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.

Upcoming

Bone Health – Class to discuss calcium intake and vitamin D intake, what types of exercises to be doing, resources for testing bone density, consulting with your doctor about medications, and fall-proofing your home. Friday, 11 a.m., at Corbin Senior Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Donations requested. Call (509) 327-1584, email rentals@corbinseniorcenter.org, or visit www.corbinseniorcenter.org for more information.

Autism Conference: The Importance of Family – Nov. 8, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., at Schweitzer Event Center, 1825 Schweitzer Drive, Pullman. Speakers include: Dr. Temple Grandin, Arlene Mantegna, Eustacia Cutler and Dr. Sally Burton-Hoyle. Invited guest is Joe Mantegna of CBS’ “Criminal Minds.” General registration, $75; family members $60. Visit familiestogether.org/html/ Nov2011autismconferencepage one.html or call (866) 326-4864 to register.

Varicose Veins – What Women Don’t Want – Health talk will cover the causes and new treatment options available for varicose veins. Event also features a question-and-answer session as well as a chance to hear the experiences of patients who have gone through varicose vein treatments. Reservations are encouraged. Free. Nov. 9, 5:30 p.m., at 400 E. Fifth Ave., second floor conference room 4. Call (509) 755-6570 or email bcaldwell@rockwoodclinic.com for more information.

Fall Prevention – The Fall Prevention Coalition will give a short presentation about the three R’s of season change preparation: Respite, Risk Assessment and Relationships. Nov. 18, 11 a.m., at Corbin Senior Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Donations requested. Call (509) 327-1584, email rentals@corbinseniorcenter.org, or visit www.corbinseniorcenter.org for more information.

Kundalini Yoga and Meditation – Simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or level of fitness. Each class features physical exercises, breathwork and meditation. Held Sundays, 1:30-2:45 p.m., and Tuesdays, 7:15-8:30 p.m., at Harmony Yoga, 1717 W. Sixth Ave., Suite 5. Cost is $15 per drop-in or $65 for a five-class pass. Multiple class passes available for a discounted rate. Call (509) 869-5162 for more information.

Zumba Fitness Classes – Spokane Parks and Recreation offers eight Zumba classes each week at four locations. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information and to register.

Parenting/Childbirth

Child Birth Education Classes – Prenatal class is a free one-time class for those trying to conceive or in their first trimester. Class is held noon-1 p.m. the second Monday of each month and 5-6 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month. Reservations are requested. Free and open to the public. Held at Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Call (509) 789-1106 to register and for more information.

Parenting Children of Divorce – Learn how divorce or separation affect children at different developmental stages, how to create a supportive climate for children reducing the effects of damaging conflict and gain communication skills to help handle conflict. Held the first Tuesday or third Thursday of the month, 6-9 p.m., at St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St.; $25. Meets court requirements. Call (509) 483-6495, email sjfc@stjosephfamilycenter.org, or visit www.sjfconline.org for more information.

Prepared Childbirth at Sacred Hearth Mother Gamelin Center – Four-week program for expectant parents in the last three months of pregnancy, Sacred Heart Mother Gamelin Center, 20 W. Ninth Ave. Cost: $75 per couple. Call (509) 232-8145 for information and registration.

Prepared Child Birth Classes – Six-week, 12-hour course is for those already pregnant. Covers prenatal care, nutrition, stages of labor, pain management, breathing, cesarean birth, post-delivery care, infant CPR, newborn care and lactation. Classes are 7-9 p.m. on Mondays or Tuesdays, or in a condensed eight-hour format on select Saturdays. $60; preregistration is required. Held at Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Call (509) 473-5446 or email frasert@empirehealth.org to register and for more information.

“Parenting With Power, Persistence and Patience” – Held each Tuesday and Thursday, 6-8 pm. at North Central High School, 1600 N. Howard St. Classes are free, no registration is required. Topics include advocating for your child, building relationships, managing conflict, addressing adolescent high-risk behaviors and preventing adolescent substance abuse. Call (509) 354-7329 for more information.

Free Developmental Screenings – For infants and toddlers under age 3 living in Spokane County. Screenings include: language, physical strength and coordination, vision, hearing, feeding and behavior. Several sites are available. To make an appointment, call the Spokane Regional Health District’s Infant Toddler Network at (509) 324-1651.

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