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25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act - Disability Action Center Northwest will host a free family event to celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The event will feature live music, speakers, arts and crafts and disability resource booths, children’s activities including face painting, door prizes and a free barbecue. Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Riverstone Park, 1805 W. Tilford Lane, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 664-9896.
Americans with Disabilities Act 25th Anniversary Celebration and Resource Fair - Join Spokane area agencies in celebrating this momentous legislation and find information to help people with disabilities. July 28, 2 p.m., Spokane Public Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-4246.
Medicare 101 - Is Medicare confusing? This class will help you understand your options in the Medicare program so that you will be able to make informed choices about enrollment and coverage. You will learn about SHIBA, a great resource that can help you put together the pieces of Senior Health Insurance Puzzle. You do not need to be enrolled in Medicare to attend this class. Aug. 25, 1 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-1865.
End AIDS Walk Spokane - Presented by Seattle, Spokane and South Sound regions’ HIV/AIDS organizations to build momentum and awareness statewide that through a reduction in new HIV infections. Register at www.endaidswalk.org. Sept. 26, 11 a.m., Riverfront Park, Northbank Shelter, 507 N. Howard St. $20/includes t-shirt. (509) 455-8993.
Free Exercise Classes for Breast Cancer Survivors - Recent breast cancer survivors may be eligible for 12 weeks of free exercise classes with pre/post testing as part of a WSU Spokane research study. They will receive their test results and free exercise/nutrition education afterward. This study has been approved by WSU’s Institutional Review Board. Call (509) 358-7676 or email j.larsen@email.wsu.edu for more information. WSU/EWU Riverpoint Campus, 665 Riverpoint Blvd. Free. (509) 358-7676.
Physical Therapy - Learn about physical therapy for dystonia, muscle tone and how dystonia’s imbalance can be modified through physical therapy. Call (509) 951-8480 or email denise@designden.com for reservations. Oct. 9, 2-3 p.m., St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St., Room 200. Free.
Spokane/CDA Team Hope Walk and 5K - Support the mission of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America to improve the lives of everyone with Huntington’s disease. From community services and education to advocacy and research, HDSA is the world’s leader in providing help for today, hope for tomorrow for people with Huntington’s disease and their families. Oct. 10, 10 a.m., Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $25. (208) 596-1368.
Upcoming
Pilgrim’s Events - Events include: Wednesday, 6:30-8 p.m., Rethinking Your Vitamin Regimen, free; July 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Juicing for Health and Healing, $10; Aug. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., Healthy Summer Cooking Shortcuts, $10; Aug. 13, 6:30-8 p.m., Holy Hormones!, free; Aug. 27, 6:30-8 p.m., Elimination Diet Support: A Guided Journey to Ultimate Health, free. Call for reservations. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-9730.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day - Nexus Inland Northwest will host the annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day/Fundraiser at the park. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call (509) 328-9220 or (509) 315-2288 or email frontoffice@nexusinw.com. Saturday, 11 a.m., Silverwood Theme Park, 27843 N. U.S. Highway 95, Athol, Idaho. Advance: $36/adults; $19/youths and seniors. At the gates: $40/adults: $20/youths and seniors. $5/parking.
2015 Spokane & Northern Idaho Walk for Apraxia - Onsite registration starts at 9 a.m. and walk starts at 10 a.m. Every dollar raised helps support the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association. Aug. 1, 9 a.m., Mirabeau Point Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway. $20/adult; $10/child. (509) 981-8598.
Chiropractic care
Free Scoliosis Screening - Enlist professional expertise to your service group or club. Call Loren C. Miller at (509) 327-3393.
Free Scoliosis Screening - The progression of scoliosis can be slowed or stopped and reversed in most cases without surgery. Utilize this opportunity to have your child evaluated. Call Mark Guthrie at (509) 327-8188.
Yoga
Kundalini Yoga and Meditation - Simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or level of fitness. Each class features physical exercises, breath work and meditation. Held Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m., at Harmony Yoga, 1717 W. Sixth Ave., Suite 5. Cost is $15 per drop-in or $65 for a five-class pass. Multiple class passes available for a discounted rate. Call (509) 869-5162 for more information.
Moon Tree Gentle Yoga Classes - Exploring meditation: For all levels, meets Mondays, 7-8 p.m., $10/class with enrollment or $15 drop-in. Chair yoga: For seniors, people in wheelchairs and others with limited mobility, meets Fridays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., $10 per class with enrollment, $15 drop-in. Classes held at Moon Tree Gentle Yoga, 511 S. Pine, Suite D. To register, call (509) 481-3134 or visit www.moontreeyoga.com.
Pilates/Yoga Blend - Improve your strength, flexibility, balance and stamina. Presented by certified fitness professional Joan Magnelli. Participants must bring their own sticky mat. Classes are at a variety of times and locations. For a full list of classes and prices visit www.fitness4allofus.com or email fitness4allofus@gmail.com.
Sunflower Yoga - Learn yoga poses, breath practices and meditation to decrease stress and improve well-being. Quality, safe instruction with a certified Iyengar instructor. Day and evening classes available. Call (509) 535-7369 or visit www.sunfloweryoga.net for more information.
Renewal Room - Yoga and Pilates studio, now offering on-going classes in yoga, Pilates, yin, and Pilates/yoga fusions. Located at 321 W. Hastings Road. Call (509) 413-6445 or visit www.therenewalroom.com for more information.
Road to Recovery – Volunteers are needed for the American Cancer Society’s service program which provides cancer patients rides to and from chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Driving schedules are flexible. For more information contact Hugh Severs at (509) 242-8304 or hugh.severs@cancer.org.
Vibrational Yoga - Modernized method of yoga designed to heal by tuning into your vibrations through sound, breath, mind and body postures and stretching. Mondays, 6-7 p.m., Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., and Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. at Inner Journeys Center, 334 S. Grant St. Cost is $10 for Tuesday and Thursday classes (Monday session is free, donations welcome). Visit www.kennethjzutter.com to register and call (509) 315-1451 or email kjz@kennethjzutter.com for more information.
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