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Yoga Thanksgiving Benefit - Nonperishable food or monetary donations will be accepted at the door. All donations will be given to the Moscow Food Bank to help families during this holiday season. Everyone is welcome. Thursday, 9-10:30 a.m., Moscow Yoga Center, 525 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 883-8315.

Transform Your Anxiety to Joy - Train to release your anxiety and replace it with joy. For more information, visit Kari-Joys.com/events or call (509) 534-7374. Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free.

Winter Solstice Yoga Practice - The practice weaves together yin and yang yoga with a focus on mindfully accepting yourself as you are. Dec. 19, 5:30 p.m., Harmony Yoga South, 1717 W. Sixth Ave. $30. (509) 747-4430.

Today

Chair Massage - Relieve the physical and mental stresses of everyday life; appointments available in 15-minute sessions. Register online at wellness.inhs.org. Today, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $20. (509) 232-8145.

Upcoming

Cheney Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving Day run/walk of 2 to 3 miles, open to all ages. Receive a ticket for a drawing to win a turkey and other prizes. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Cheney Food Bank. Thursday, 9 a.m., Cheney High School, 460 N. Sixth St. $5. (509) 559-4000.

Zumba Holiday Calorie Crushing Event - Spokane Valley’s Parks and Recreation Department will host a Zumba class for participants 16 and older. Register by phone at (509) 688-0300 or visit www. spokanevalley.org/recreation. Saturday, 9-10:30 a.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. $9/per person; or $15/two.

Healthy Holiday Eating - Holiday gatherings tend to sabotage your healthy habits. Learn tips to enjoy festive favorites and still maintain a healthy holiday. Light refreshments will be served. Dec. 2, 6 p.m., Deaconess Health and Education Center, 910 W. Fifth Ave., Room 267. Free. (509) 473-5785.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk - Be part of the largest holiday 5K race series aimed to fight arthritis. Wear a holiday-themed costume and tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Check out the Elf Village, a kids’ 1K Run with the Elves, holiday music and more. Dec. 6, 8 a.m., Riverfront Park, Gondola Meadow, 507 N. Howard St. $35/with timing chip; $30/5K fun run or walk; kids 1K run: $10/T-shirt; free/no shirt for 1K. (509) 315-9862.

Pre-Diabetes Class - A class designed for those at risk for, or diagnosed with, pre-diabetes. Insurance does not cover the cost of this course; participants must pay in full. Dec. 8 and Dec. 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245 or at Lincoln Hospital, 10 Nicholls St., Davenport, Washington. To register and for information, visit wellness.inhs.org. $30. (509) 232-8145.

Hip & Knee Pain Causes and Treatments - If joint pain is keeping you from enjoying life the way you used to, come learn more about Joint Restoration Centers. Light refreshments provided. Make reservations by phone or visit www.DeaconessSpokane.com and click on the event calendar. All seminars at 6 p.m. Dec. 11, Valley Hospital Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave.; Dec. 17, Deaconess Health and Education Center, 910 W. Fifth Ave. Free. (509) 473-5755.

Bariatric Informational Session - Get the facts on weight loss surgery as a solution to your serious weight-related health problems. Sponsored by Rockwood and Deaconess Hospital. To register, call (509) 755-5120. Dec. 16, 5 p.m., Deaconess Health and Education Center, Room 267, 910 W. Fifth Ave. Free.

Lunch and Learn: Taking Time for Yourself - Take some time for yourself this month to find out more about the importance of relaxation, and how it is a part of overall health. Learn relaxation exercises you can use anytime to instantly unwind. For more information, visit http://wellness.inhs.org. Dec. 18, noon-1 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Free; bring your lunch. (509) 232-8145.

Chair Massage - Relieve the physical and mental stresses of everyday life. Register online at wellness.inhs.org. Dec. 18, 1-3 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $5/10-minute session. (509) 232-8145.

Other programs

Free Assistance from a Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisor - A representative from Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisor visits a number of Whitman County Library branch locations each month assisting residents with their Medicare and insurance questions. SHIBA volunteers provide information and counseling to individuals about health insurance and health care access, focusing on Medicare issues along with other health insurance-related issues. Marie Fowler will be at the St. John Library, 1 E. Front St., St. John, Wash., the second Monday of each month, 11 a.m.-noon; the Endicott Library, 324 E. St., Endicott, Wash., the second Tuesday of each month, 1-2 p.m.; the Oakesdale Library, 101 S. First St., Oakesdale, Wash., the second Wednesday of each month, from 11 a.m.-noon; the Lamont Town Hall, 2502 Lamont Road, Lamont, Wash., the second Wednesday of each month, 4-5 p.m.; the Lacrosse Library, 107 S. Main St., Lacrosse, Wash., the third Monday of each month, 1-2 p.m., and the Malden Library, 11 N.W. Ash, the third Wednesday of each month, 11 a.m.-noon. Call (509) 458-2509 for more information.

Goddess Arts Academy Pole Fitness, Pole Dancing, Aerial Arts and Acrobatics Classes - Classes for men, women and youth of all ages and levels. Drop ins are welcome. Pole Fit Basics – Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Learn the basics of pole dance for fitness. Black Light Ladies Night – Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Cardio-intensive dance style workout under black lights. Ladies only. Trixter – Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Class with a focus on pole tricks and transitions. Intro Pole Class – Held on Thursdays, 6-6:30 p.m. For new students. Open Pole and Aerial Practice – Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Combines warm-up and cool down exercises with time for personal practice. Pole-Fit Basics – Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. All levels welcome. Aerial Arts Basics – Saturdays, noon. Get fit with aerial yoga, dance and acrobatics moves. All ages and levels welcome. Drop ins are $20 per class. Held at 5025 N. Market St. Call (509) 868-2168 to register and for more information.

Senior Fitness - Age appropriate class designed to improve balance and stability, cardiovascular health and strength. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. Classes are held at 2921 E. 57th Ave. Call (509) 448-5800 for more information.