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Walking Group – Meets 5:45-7 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday through Sept. 30 at Northeast Community Center, 4002 N. Cook St. Free . Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Pilates for EVERY Body – Seven-week sessions begin Monday. Held Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 4:45-5:45 p.m., at East West Fitness World, 1506 N. Monroe St. Designed to strengthen the core including all those muscles deep in your back, waist and abdominals. Gain overall body strength and conditioning using body weight for resistance. All levels welcome. Cost is $64. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Pilates: the Fundamentals – Seven-week session begins Monday. Held Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. at East West Fitness World, 1506 N. Monroe St. Introductory class for those new to Pilates or those who would like to revisit Pilates fundamentals. Designed to give a clear and solid understanding of Pilates and its mind body connection while providing step-by-step instruction and strength-building techniques. Cost is $64. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Pilates Yoga Blend – Six-week sessions begin July 28 and 30, 6-7 p.m., at Audubon Park Masonic Lodge, 2821 W. Northwest Blvd. A blend of Pilates and Yoga to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and stamina. Participants should bring their own mat. Cost is $27. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Baby Sign Language – Learn to communicate with your baby before he or she can speak. Participants will learn the history and benefits of signing and 50 useful signs to use at home with baby. July 28, 6-7:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $25 per person, preregistration is required. Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Camp Fun in the Sun – For children living with diabetes. Newly diagnosed and seasoned campers alike have the opportunity to participate in activities and spend time with other kids who also have diabetes. Dedicated and professional staff help campers have fun while learning more about balancing food, insulin and activities to better control their diabetes. Cost is $275, scholarships are available and donations are also accepted to send a child to camp. Camp for grades 1-6 is Aug. 4-8 at Twinlow Camp and Retreat Center, 22787 N. Twinlow Road, Rathdrum, Idaho. Call (509) 232-8138 or visit www.campfuninthesun.org to register and for more information.

Upcoming

Threats of Genetically Modified Foods and What We Can Do About Them – Free community lecture by Ken Roseboro with casual social to follow. Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m., at Pilgrim’s Health Education Center inside Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 676-9730 or e-mail joe@pilgrimsmarket.com for more information.

Healing through Mandalas – Learn how mandalas affect body, mind and spirit and why they are used as a source of meditation, relaxation, healing and focus. No experience necessary. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. Cost is $50, includes a light lunch. Call (509) 838-3575 or visit www.radhayoga.org for more information.

Yoga Deeper Stretch – For ages 16 and older. Covers all the benefits of yoga with deep strengthening and inverted poses. Thursdays, through Aug. 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd. Cost is $55. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Bicycling for Individuals with Disabilities – For ages 16 and older. Open to participants who are in physical condition to ride safely and explore Spokane by bicycle. Bikes must work well and helmets must fit. Meets Tuesdays, through Aug. 18, 6-8 p.m., at Spokane County Library – Argonne Branch parking lot, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Cost is $34. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.

Tai Chi Classes – Tai Chi Basic – Mondays, through Sept. 28, 11 a.m.-noon, at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley; Tuesdays, through Sept. 22, 9-10 a.m., at Rockwood at Hawthorne, 101 E. Hawthorne Road. Tai Chi for Health – Mondays, through Sept. 28, 6-7:30 p.m., at Liberty Lake Pavilion Park, 727 N. Molter Road, Liberty Lake. Register at www.libertylakewa.gov/ recreation/taichi.asp. Tuesdays, through Sept. 22, 6-7:30 p.m. at CenterPlace. Tai Chi for Health Basic – Tuesdays, through Sept. 22, 1-2 p.m., at Lilac Services for the Blind, 1212 N. Howard St. Cost for each 10-week class is $75. Call (509) 468-0587 or (509) 979-4128 or e-mail taichihelp@salescreators.com to register and for more information.

Y.E.S. Drug Free Community Event – Third annual event to promote drug-free awareness and lifestyles in addition to providing information to the community. Community members and organizations who wish to participate are welcome to speak during a forum, set up booths with educational information, lead discussions or provide entertainment. Aug. 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., in the City Park in Spirit Lake, Idaho. Call (208) 691-9153, e-mail spiritlakeyes@yahoo.com, or visit www.spiritlakeyes.org for more information.

Yoga - Basic – For ages 16 and older. Designed to improve strength, flexibility, and general well-being while de-stressing the body and mind. Six-week sessions are Mondays through Aug. 17, 4-5 p.m; Tuesdays through Aug. 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m.; or Fridays through Aug. 21, 9-10:30 a.m., at Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd. Cost is $55 for one hour class, $69 for one and half hour class. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.