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Living Strong in Vermont Program (Light Strength Training)
Living Strong in Vermont Program (Light Strength Training)
Location: Hawk’s Nest Senior Housing, Community Room, St. Albans Pre-Registration Required: Call Lynne Marie @ 868-3748 to register or for more info Free This strength training course has been designed for those over the age of 40 to reduce the effects of osteoporosis, but participants of all ages are welcome. After age 40, we begin […]
Healing Circle Women’s Cancer Support Group
Healing Circle Women’s Cancer Support Group
First Tuesday of every month 4:30 pm socialize 5:00 to 6:30 pm meeting Location: Northwestern Medical Center Conference Franklin Room Pre-Registration not required. Free A self-help cancer support group for women of all ages and lifestyles who have cancer. At our monthly meetings, we share information, offer each other support and comfort, and learn new […]
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Living Strong in Vermont Program (Light Strength Training)
Living Strong in Vermont Program (Light Strength Training)
Location: Hawk’s Nest Senior Housing, Community Room, St. Albans Pre-Registration Required: Call Louise Doyle @ 527-2194 Free This strength training course has been designed for those over the age of 40 to reduce the effects of osteoporosis, but participants of all ages are welcome. After age 40, we begin to lose a half pound of […]
Prenatal Fitness
Prenatal Fitness
Featuring: Stephanie Preedom, AFAA Location: NMC Wellness & Fitness Room Pre-Registration Required: Call Stephanie @ 802-288-1141 or email [email protected] Free to Northwestern OB/GYN patients Northwestern OB/GYN offers these free prenatal exercise sessions to strengthen and prepare you for a successful birthing experience. Join other moms as we lead you through a customized routine designed to […]
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The Franklin County Diabetes Support Group
The Franklin County Diabetes Support Group
Location: NMC Conference Center, Green Mountain Room (Conference Room 1) Featuring Lindsay Hoar, RD, CD Free Luncheon 11:30 am to 12:00 pm, Presentation 12:00 to 1:00 pm This topic for this months’ program is Alzheimer’s Disease and Nutrition. At each meeting a complimentary meal is provided during the first half hour and the presentation takes […]
Tai Chi Classes
Tai Chi Classes
Location: Northwestern Medical Center Wellness and Fitness Room (Conference Center) Pre-Registration Required: Contact Faith at 524-1217 or [email protected] for more information. Fee: $80 for 10-week session Tai Chi is a form of gentle, guided movement that is sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion” and can aid in reducing stress and anxiety. It has also […]
The Franklin County Diabetes Support Group
The Franklin County Diabetes Support Group
Location: NMC Conference Center, Green Mountain Room (Conference Room 1) Featuring Lindsay Hoar, RD, CD Free Dinner 5:00-5:30 pm, Presentation 5:30 to 6:30 pm This topic for this months’ program is Alzheimer’s Disease and Nutrition. At each meeting a complimentary meal is provided during the first half hour and the presentation takes place in the […]
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Parkinson’s Support Group
Parkinson’s Support Group
Location: Pillsbury Senior Community Pre-Registration Not Required: Contact Info - Pat (802) 524-5520, Judy (815) 895-2312 Free This group is open to those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers including family and loved ones. The monthly meetings can provide an open forum to share experience with others who are coping with Parkinson’s disease, gaining education and […]
Diabetes and You
Diabetes and You
Location: Swanton Public Library (King’s Daughters Room) Pre-Registration Required: Contact Deborah Robertson at 524-1031 Fee: NMC will bill your insurance for the course fee. Scholarships available. No one will be turned away for lack of ability to pay. Join us at this self-management educational series for people with diabetes and their families, proven to help […]
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Vermont Quit Partners Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation Class
Vermont Quit Partners Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation Class
Location: Northwestern Georgia Health Center Pre-Registration Required: To sign up for a session call Chelsea Poland, (802)777-5103 Free Join others for this 4-session series to help you successfully quit smoking. Sessions include: understanding why you have an addiction and how to quit; mastering the first few days, mastering obstacles; and staying quit and enjoying it […]
Breastfeeding and You
Breastfeeding and You
Location: The Family Birth Center Conference Room at NMC Registration: Please call 524-7971 Welcome to the Department of Health’s FREE Breastfeeding Prep Class for you, family members, and other moms-to-be to plan for breastfeeding your newborn in the first month of life. Personalize your breastfeeding plan, line up your support, go over the basics, ask […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Yoga
RiseVT Show Up Event – Yoga
Instructor: Amanda Hoss Location: Islands in the Sun Senior Center Free Beginner and first time friendly yoga. Gentle stretches and movements linked to breath. Stretch, strengthen and relax. Bring your mat or props if you have them. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Zumba
RiseVT Show Up Event – Zumba
Instructor: Barbara Bluto Location: Alburgh Legion Free Join in on the fun with this dance-inspired workout set to great music to boost your health and mood. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each show up is the opportunity to try something new, in a […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Public Skate
RiseVT Show Up Event – Public Skate
Location: Highgate Arena Free Come out for an afternoon of skating! Bring your own skates can or skates will be available to borrow. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each show up is the opportunity to try something new, in a judgement free zone, […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Labyrinth
RiseVT Show Up Event – Labyrinth
Free Come walk the labyrinth and learn the mindful benefits of this ancient meditative practice. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each show up is the opportunity to try something new, in a judgement free zone, surrounded by community members, and friends. You might […]
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Movement for Parkinson’s Disease
Movement for Parkinson’s Disease
Location: Homestead at Pillsbury Manor Registration/Info: (802) 881-9673 or email [email protected] (Sarah) or [email protected] (Patty Rugg) Free Offered for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners, this dance class is designed to engage participants’ minds and bodies through many styles of dance, while exploring stretching, muscle strengthening, postural stability, and rhythm through instruction and […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Open Gym
RiseVT Show Up Event – Open Gym
Bring the kids to open gym at city hall! Different play equipment will be rotated throughout the program. You may find Tunnels, Hula Hoops, Big Blue Blocks, Bounce House, Parachute or Hop Balls. Open gym is supervised by Recreation Staff members, however parents must stay with child, no drop offs :) RiseVT Show Ups are […]
RiseVT Show Up Event – Cross Country Skiing
RiseVT Show Up Event – Cross Country Skiing
Leader: Ellen Stanley Cross country skiing on the Rail Trail in collaboration with the Rail Trail Council. Bring your own skis. Alternate date 2/3/18 at 10am. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each show up is the opportunity to try something new, in a […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Ski/Snowshoe/Hike the 100 Acre Woods
RiseVT Show Up Event – Ski/Snowshoe/Hike the 100 Acre Woods
Leader: Mike Cain Meet at 2757 Main Street in Fairfax for a guided hike/showshoe/backcountry ski. We will also look for signs of wildlife with the possibility of tracking animals in the woods. If you need snowshoes, check out your local library. RiseVT gave every library in Franklin County 6-8 pairs in varying sizes. Participants should […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – STRONG by Zumba
RiseVT Show Up Event – STRONG by Zumba
Instructor: Jan Sweet Bring a water bottle, mat for floor work, sweat towel. RiseVT Show Ups are free, local exercise classes, outdoor activities, and other movement events in our community. Each show up is the opportunity to try something new, in a judgement free zone, surrounded by community members, and friends. You might even walk […]
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Heart Healthy Classes
Heart Healthy Classes
Location: Cobblestone Health Commons Cardiac Rehab Gym Registration: Please call 524-8849 This heart healthy nutrition class discusses nutrition and meal planning guidelines to promote behavioral change for weight, cholesterol and blood pressure management.
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
Northwestern Medical Center and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Drive Details: Site: Northwestern Medical Center Address: 133 Fairfield Street, Saint Albans, VT, 05478 Room Name: Green Mountain Room Date: Wed Jan 24, 2018 Time: 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM Coordinator […]
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RiseVT Show Up Event – Nerf Games
RiseVT Show Up Event – Nerf Games
Leaders: Staff from St. Albans Recreation Department The Nerf Games Program is designed for young players to be able to participate in a fun team building environment with specific objectives to build skills such as strategic thinking, respect, honesty, relationship building, helping, sharing, etc in a fun game environment. All players are encouraged to bring […]
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Location: Northwestern Medical Center Franklin Room Pre-Registration Not Required Free This group is for those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, family members, and friends. For more information, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 1(800)272-3900.
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Vermont Quit Partners Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation Class
Vermont Quit Partners Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation Class
Location: Swanton Public Library Pre-Registration Required: To sign up for a session call Chari @ 524-8480 Free Join others for this 4-session series to help you successfully quit smoking. Sessions include: understanding why you have an addiction and how to quit; mastering the first few days, mastering obstacles; and staying quit and enjoying it forever. […]
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RiseVT Show Up – Family Yoga
RiseVT Show Up – Family Yoga
Instructor: RiseVT Wellness Specialist, Jessica Frost Come out and get moving at Family Yoga Night! This class is appropriate for any family. We will have fun practicing poses, trying out breathing techniques and playing lots of games to teach you and your family yoga poses that you can do together.