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The Power of Love – Four-part series on the Power of Love will invite you to see the beauty of love in your life and in the world. Held Wednesday, Feb. 9, March 2 and April 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost is $15 per session or $55 for the series. Call (509) 483-6495 ext. 133 to register or visit www.sjfconline.org for more information.
“Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days” – An independent documentary film that chronicles six Americans with “incurable” diabetes as they switch their diets and get off insulin. Held Thursday, 6 p.m., at Pilgrim’s Market Health Education Center, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Admission is free. Call (208) 676-9730, visit www. pilgrimsmarket.com, or e-mail Shannon@pilgrimsmarket.com to register and for more information.
Health and Beauty Spa Show – For ages 50 and over. An opportunity for anyone interested in anti-aging, wellness and lifestyle-improvement to explore and sample the latest in products and services. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, noon-5 p.m., at Spokane Community College Lair, 1810 N. Greene St. Admission is $7. For more information and a complete schedule of activities, visit www.healthbeautyshow.com.
Winter Yoga Classes – Each yoga class is 60 minutes long. Every post will be different for each person, depending on each individual’s level of flexibility, strength and general fitness. Held Mondays, at 6 p.m., at Pilgrim’s Health Education Center, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Cost is $40 for five classes or $75 for 10 classes. Call (208) 676-9730
Yoga Basic – Relax into ever-deepening levels of flexibility, strength and well-being as you release physical and mental tensions. Mondays, Jan. 17-Feb. 21, 4-5 p.m., or Thursdays, Jan. 18-Feb. 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd. Cost is $59 for each session. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.
Pre-Diabetes – Two-part class series for people or friends of people who are at risk for or have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes. All participants receive a free testing meter. Cost is $30, and includes a support partner. Held Mondays, Jan. 17 and 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at CHER Diabetes Education Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Baby Care – Course is specifically developed to help parents through the first year of parenthood. Hands-on course focuses on the care of infants, diapering, comforting, safety issues, feeding and infant massage. Cost is $25. Held Jan. 18, 6-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St.; www.cherspokane.org.
Understanding Options for Weight Management – Learn what options are available for weight loss, which are effective and which are just hype. Also learn what resources are available in our community for education and support. Jan. 18, 6-7:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, lower level, Room 1, 711 S. Cowley St. Admission is free. www.cherspokane.org
“The Nurturing Fathers Program” – Class focuses on the value of fathers and covers effective discipline, balancing work with fathering, playing with children and communicating successfully. The 13-week program offers classes on Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 19, 6-8:30 p.m., at SCAN office, 707 N. Cedar St. Class fee is based on a sliding scale. Food and child care are provided. For more information and to register, call (509) 218-7955 or e-mail jaubertin@scancenter.org.
Breastfeeding Basics – Designed to help mothers have their most successful breastfeeding experience. Jan. 20, 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.
Varicose Veins Presentation – Learn about the causes of varicose veins and treatment options. Jan. 20, 6:30-8 p.m., at Valley Hospital Health Education Center, Davis Room, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Admission is free. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid and AED – Course covers Adult CPR, Child CPR (over age 1), AED and choking. Participants must pass a skills test for certification. Certification is valid for two years. Jan. 21, 8 a.m.-noon, at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, lower level, Room 1, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $50. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register and for more information.
Arthritis Presentation – Learn how to continue an active lifestyle with a variety of treatments. Jan. 27, 6:430-8 p.m., at Providence Sacred Heart Auditorium, 20 W. Ninth Ave. Free. www.cherspokane.org.