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Pre-Diabetes – Two-part series is Thursday and Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. at Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Cost is $30, preregistration is required. All participants receive a free testing meter. Call (509) 232-8145 to register and for more information.

Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course – Participants learn skills in leadership, basic care, safe play and first aid. All participants receive a manual, emergency guide, CD_ROM, first aid kit and Babysitter’s Training certification. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at American Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. (509) 326-3330, ext. 215 to register or visit www.spokane redcross.org/classes.html for more information.

“Taking Control of Arthritis Together” – Two speakers will cover the major forms of arthritis, practical tips and information to relieve the pain, stiffness and fatigue, and safe and effective exercises. Also featuring a display with resources for taking control of arthritis. Saturday, 9:30-11 a.m. at Evergreen Fountains Senior Living Community, 1201 N. Evergreen Road, Spokane Valley. Advance RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Call (800) 746-1821, ext. 101 or e-mail arehn@arthritis.org to register and for more information.

CrossFit – For ages 16 and older. Program develops strength, endurance, agility and more. Six-week series runs Mondays and Saturdays, Oct. 26-Dec. 5, 8 a.m. or 4 p.m. at CrossFit 509, 1510 E. Francis Ave. Cost is $139. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.

Today

Breastfeeding Basics – Course teaches breastfeeding positions, solving common problems and returning to work or school. Cost is $25 and includes a support partner. Today, 6-8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED plus Infant CPR – Learn to care for respiratory or cardiac emergencies for adults, children and infants to include choking, rescue breaths, chest compressions and operation of an AED. Today, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at American Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. (509) 326-3330, ext. 215 to register.

Healthy Weights – Eight-week session with Kootenai Health dietitian Jennifer Ramsrud to teach how to safely lose and maintain body weight, increase your energy level and burn calories through easy-to-do movements. Tuesdays, today-Dec. 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kootenai Medical Center classrooms, first floor cafeteria, 2003 Lincoln Way, Coeur d’Alene. $125. (208) 666-3486 to register.

Upcoming

“Can You Hear Me Now?” – Free presentation covers the latest information on hearing loss and hearing aid technology. Thursday, 1 p.m., at Providence Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Preregistration is required. Call (509) 482-2372 to register and for more information.

Finding Our Voices – Discussion about plasticity of the brain and readings from “The Brain that Changes Itself.” Thursday, 2 p.m., Argonne Library conference room, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Free. (509) 891-0790.

Healthy Fare 2009 – Hosted by The Riverpoint Campus Wellness Collaborative to educate and involve the campus and community in exploring healthy lifestyle choices. Features a wide variety of vendors from the Spokane area. Donations of canned food for the Second Harvest Food Bank will be accepted. Parking passes will be provided. Thursday, 11 a.m-3 p.m. at Riverpoint Campus Academic Center, 600 N. Riverpoint Blvd.

Massage Basics – For ages 18 and older. Participants learn to give and receive a Swedish massage. Four-week class is held Fridays, Oct. 23-Nov. 20, 6:30-8 p.m. at Lavender and Sage Wellness Center, 3418 S. Grand Blvd. Cost is $69. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Mindfulness Meditation Daylong – Awaken “embodied presence” through the practices of sitting, walking and eating meditation. Meditation instructions are given for each facet of mindfulness practice. Suitable for new and experienced students. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Mainstream-Mindfulness, 4612 S. Schafer Branch Road, Spokane Valley. Cost is $45. Call (509) 928-3863 or visit www.mainstream- mindfulness.com to register and for more information.

Sibling Preparation – Prepares children ages 2-6 for their role as a big brother or sister. One parent must be present with child. Oct. 27, 6-7 p.m. at Providence Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. (509) 482-2372.

Red Cross First Aid – Learn skills to provide care and minimize the consequences of injury until help arrives, to include sudden illness and bleeding. Oct. 29, 6-10 p.m. at American Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. (509) 326-3330, ext. 215 to register.