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Baby Care – Course is specifically developed to help you through your first year of parenthood. This hands-on course focuses on the care of infants, diapering, comforting, safety issues, feeding and infant massage. Today, 6-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $25. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register.
Sensational Beginnings – Course designed to help new parents and caregivers communicate with baby and understand the cues they are sending. Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $15. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register.
Meditations for Heart and Mind: Deepening Presence – Learn the ancient practices of mindfulness, loving kindness, forgiveness and compassion to calm the mind and open the heart. Each session includes guided 30-minute medication, dharma talk and time for discussion. Held this Wednesday, and Dec. 15 and 22, at St. Joseph Family Center, chapel in main building, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost is $10-$12 per class. Call (509) 928-3863 to register and for more information.
Hospice of Spokane’s Community Memorial Tree – A unique opportunity for area residents to honor their departed loved ones by decorating a paper dove in their memory and hanging it on the tree. Tree is on display Saturday-Dec. 19, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., at River Park Square, third floor near AMC foyer and food court, 808 W. Main Ave. Call (509) 456-0438 for more information.
Babysitting Basics – Course for youth ages 10-15 to prepare them with the skills they need to be a successful babysitter. Class covers topics such as: how to care for infants, toddlers and older children, CPR and first aid for infants and children, discipline issues, safety, and business basics. Students receive a babysitting handbook, a bag they can decorate themselves and certificate of completion. Dec. 11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $40. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Exercise Classes and Events – Balance and Agility: Class designed for those who need additional help with balance and control and for those who want to further enhance the way they respond to balance and increase strength and control. Held Thursdays through Jan. 20, 1-2 p.m., beginning this Thursday. Mat Yoga: Explore the gentle movements to increase flexibility, strength, and well-being. Class covers body stretches, yoga postures and breathing practices. Held Fridays, Dec. 17-Feb. 4, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Zumba – Zumba – Zumba: Exercise program combines Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves. Held Tuesdays, today-Jan. 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Events are held at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Call (509) 535-0803 for more information.
“Aging Well” Classes and Events – Meditation 101 – While meditating, we are free to experience inner peace, improve our well-being, cope with stress, find lasting joy, develop loving relationships, and appreciate each other and life. Held Tuesdays, Dec. 14-Jan. 18, 3-4 p.m. Cost is $36. Reiki: Class provides an overview of this ancient Japanese healing art and how it works on healing the body, mind and spirit. Reiki handouts are provided and we will discuss not only about this healing art but also how it is used in various healing settings, hospitals, clinics and private offices. Held Dec. 14, 10-11:30 a.m. Cost is $12. The Chakras: The Wheels of Life: Dr. Charles Lightwalker will discuss how chakras are classified as healing centers, power centers, and part of the healing practices of many traditions. Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost is $12. Events are held at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Call (509) 535-0803 for more information.
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Baby Care – Course is specifically developed to help you through your first year of parenthood. Hands-on course focuses on the care of infants, diapering, comforting, safety issues, feeding and infant massage. Today, 6-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $25. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Blood Drive at Whitman County Library – Today, 2-6 p.m., at 102 S. Main St., Colfax. A mobile collection unit from the Inland Northwest Blood Center will be on hand to screen applicants and accept donations of blood. Appointments are made by calling the library at (509) 397-4366 or online at www.inbcsaves.org. Priority is given to those with pre-scheduled appointments and walk-ins are seen on a first-come first-served basis with photo ID required. Participants must be 18 years old or have an INBC permission form signed by a parent or guardian. Call (800) 423-0151 or visit www.inbc2.org for more information.
Upcoming
Flu Vaccines at Spokane Regional Health District – Clinic appointments for adults and children 6 months and older are available by calling (509) 324-1600. The clinic is located at 1101 W. College Ave. Call (509) 324-1643 or visit www.srhd.org for more information.
Corbin Senior Center Events - Seminar: Leg Pains?: Learn about varicose veins, the symptoms they are responsible for and how to manage them. Wednesday, 11-11:45 a.m. Seminar: Hypnotherapy: Learn how hypnotherapy can help reduce stress and pain, release excess weight, cease smoking, alleviate feelings of depression, and more. Dec. 15, 11-11:45 a.m. Events are held at Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Call (509) 327-1584 or e-mail info@corbinsenior center.org for more information.
Babysitting Basics – Course is for youth ages 10-15 to prepare them with the skills they need to be a successful babysitter. Class covers topics such as: how to care for infants, toddlers and older children, CPR and first aid for infants and children, discipline issues, safety, and business basics. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $40. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
BLS – Healthcare Provider Initial – Covers one- and two-rescuers for adult CPR, child CPR (over age 1), infant CPR, bag-mask ventilations, AED and choking. Dec. 14, 8 a.m.-noon, at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $60. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
CPR– Family and Friends - Pediatric – Covers child CPR, infant CPR, and choking. Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $25 per person. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Kidney Disease Education Class – Fresenius Medical Care North Point is offering its Treatment Options Program on Dec. 14. This free seminar informs at-risk patients and their families about chronic kidney disease and treatments. Sessions are open to the public. Visit www.ultracare-dialysis.com for a full schedule. Call (877) 867-7543 or e-mail eliopoulosa@loomisgroup.com for more information.
Pre-Diabetes – Two-part series for those who are at risk or have been diagnosed or who know someone who is at risk for pre-diabetes. All participants receive a free testing meter. Held Dec. 14 and 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at CHER Diabetes Education Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Cost is $30. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
St. Joseph Family Center’s Women’s Retreat for Cancer Survivors – Weekend consists of meditation, presentation, rest, sharing and more. Jan. 21-23, from 7 p.m. on Friday to 1 p.m. on Sunday. Cost is $100. Call (509) 483-6495 ext. 133 to RSVP and for more information or visit www.stjfconline.org.