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Yoga Night – The evening will include fun, healthy-living talks, snacks and a yoga session. Beginners and experts welcome, and please bring a mat if you have one. Part of Millennial Meetup, a group designed for adults in their 20s and 30s. Feb. 12, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315.

Misuse of Antipsychotic Drugs Seminar – Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman officers will be educating seniors and their families about the known side effects caused by the misuse of antipsychotics. Feb. 17, 2 p.m., Prestige Assisted Living at Sullivan Park, 421 S. Adams Road. Free. (509) 924-5555.

Colon Cancer Awareness: Dress In Blue Day – Wear blue on March 6 to raise awareness of colon cancer. You can also enter United In Blue’s local photo contest. The categories are: Individual, Small Group, and Company. Dress in blue on March 6, take a photo and send it to DressInBlueSpokane@gmail.com. Include your name, which category you are entering (enter all if you wish), and your company name and department/branch name (if applicable). Photos will be posted on www.facebook.com/ Undy5kSpokane. A winner will be chosen from each category and announced on March 9. For more information and other ways to donate, visit http://support.ccalliance.org/site/TR?fr_id= 2150&pg=entry.

Today

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease – An education program by the Alzheimer’s Association. If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s time to learn the facts. This program provides information on detection, causes and risk factors, stages of the disease, treatment, and much more. This program is free and open to the public. No reservations necessary. Certificates of attendance available for professionals for $10. Today, 2 p.m., Hayden Public Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden. Free. (208) 666-2996.

Upcoming

“Best Exercises and Wellness Secrets for the Busy Woman” – A lecture and luncheon presented by Spokane College Women’s Association and featuring speaker Gretchen Wilson. Reservations required at (509) 368-0695. Wednesday, noon-1:30 p.m., Red Lion River Inn, 700 N. Division St. $20.

Furry Friends and Fitness – Learn how to lose weight while you exercise with your pets. Taught by Sandra Philbin. Please do not bring your pets to the class. Saturday, 10 a.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 477-2984.

Living with Alzheimer’s for Younger-Onset Alzheimers – This is an education program by the Alzheimer’s Association that provide answers to the questions that arise for people concerned about younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan, and what you can do to ease the impact throughout the course of the disease. For more information or to register, go to the Kroc Center front desk or online at https://www.krocsales.org/?site=cda. Feb. 10, 10 a.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (509) 473-3390.

Orthopedic Seminar – Come learn more about the Joint Restoration Centers at Deaconess and Valley Hospitals. Seminars will be held from 6-7 p.m. Feb. 11 and March 11 at Deaconess Health & Education Center, 910 W. Fifth Ave.; and Feb. 12, March 12 and April 9 at Valley Health & Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave. To register, visit RockwoodHealthSystem.com or call. Free; light refreshments will be served. (509) 473-5755.

Training with Fitness Technology: Garmin Vivofit and Fitbit Flex – Whether you are just starting or are looking to have more fun with your fitness routine, this class will help you get the most out of your Garmin Vivofit or Fitbit Flex. Fitness experts will discuss the features of the monitors and the software interface through hands-on active instruction. If you wish to participate bring your Vivofit or Fitbit monitor, smartphone with the Garmin Connect or Fitbit app downloaded, and running shoes for an informative, active evening with REI. Feb. 12, 7-8:30 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.