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Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Heart Health Supermarket Tour
<p>Concerned about high cholesterol? Walk the aisles with Hy-Vee dietitian, Judy Fitzgibbons and learn easy diet changes you can make to lower cholesterol and improve blood pressure. Tours start in front of the Market Grille. Please pre-register by calling 319-365-0477 or email <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>.</p> 2019-08-23 01:00:00 -05008/23/1912:00 a.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
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TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-09-12 10:00:00 -05008/15/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Ladies Night Out Mammograms
<p>Grab a friend, your sister or neighbor and join us for an evening of girl time at <a href="https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/servicesbreast-and-bone-health.aspx">St. Luke’s Breast & Bone Health</a>.<br><br>Enjoy mini massages, appetizers, beverages, laughter and get your annual mammogram.<br><br>We’ll be open until 8 p.m. and it’s the perfect time to allow busy women to schedule their mammograms at times that work best for their schedules.</p><p>Request an order from your doctor and call (319) 369-7216 to schedule your appointment. </p><p>Click <a href="https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/article.aspx?id=bd1b75cf-7a17-4805-a55a-0853fd526049&Join+Us+for+Ladies+Night+Out+Mammograms">here </a>for more information. </p> 2019-08-15 20:00:00 -0500
9/26/195:00 p.m.UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Breast & Bone HealthCedar Rapids -
Hatha Way Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga in the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular yoga classes. Certified yoga instructors Cindy Hathaway and Carla Brems offer six classes at Prairiewoods each week, including Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m. with Cindy and from 5:30–6:30 p.m. with Carla) and Chair Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 10:45–11:45 a.m. with Cindy). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to attend whenever available. Cindy, who has practiced yoga for ten years and taught for five, is certified as a Transformational Yoga Instructor through Jackie Chiodo of the Anamaya Resort in Costa Rica. Carla is a RYT 200 Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor. She enjoys teaching Hatha-style yoga in a relaxed atmosphere so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Let’s see how Cindy and Carla can help us benefit from yoga! Please bring your own mat if possible. The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register, contact Cindy at cindylhathaway@gmail.com or 319-431-6597.</p> 2017-08-19 10:30:00 -0500
8/19/199:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-08-22 10:00:00 -05008/22/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
The Joy of Music for Caregivers and Care Receivers
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is offering music for caregivers and care receivers at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Come and experience the joy of music. Certified music therapists engage caregivers and care receivers in activities that promote physical health, psychological wellbeing, communication, and cognitive skills. To request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers’ Center while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2019-07-15 01:45:00 -0500
8/26/191:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Field to Freezer: Health Care Concerns in the Way We Get Our Food
<p>Professor Poduska has worked both sides of the food system. As a farmer and food producer, she has experienced what it takes to grow and distribute food. As a health care professional, she has witnessed the impacts of that food production system on people’s health. Discussing issues such as hunger, overconsumption, and antibiotic resistance, this presentation will include both personal and global perspectives on health care concerns in our food system.</p>
11/19/197:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, Flaherty Community Room (204 Basile Hall)Cedar Rapids -
Exploring Poverty's Puzzles
<p><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--><span itemprop="description"><em>One-Third</em> of our Linn County neighbors struggle to pay for basic needs.</span> Join ECCF and Friends for discussions on how best to assist our Linn County neighbors with the most critical basic needs.</p><p>Our keynote speaker this year is Jane Drapeaux, CEO, Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP). Other community leaders will moderate conversations about what we can do to strengthen our community!</p><p>Pieces of the puzzle include:</p><ul><li><strong>Affordable Housing</strong></li><li><strong>Transportation</strong></li><li><strong>Employment</strong></li><li><strong>Utility Affordability</strong></li><li><strong>Child Care</strong></li><li><strong>Health Care</strong></li><li><strong>Nutrition</strong></li><li><strong>Educational Opportunity</strong></li></ul><p>and more!</p><p>Donations benefit Linn County neighbors in need. </p> 2019-08-14 16:00:00 -0500
10/26/192:00 p.m.Westminster Presbyterian ChurchCedar Rapids -
Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Heart Health Supermarket Tour
<p>Concerned about high cholesterol? Walk the aisles with Hy-Vee dietitian, Judy Fitzgibbons and learn easy diet changes you can make to lower cholesterol and improve blood pressure. Tours start in front of the Market Grille. Please pre-register by calling 319-365-0477 or email <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>.</p> 2019-08-30 01:00:00 -05008/30/1912:00 a.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
Hatha Way Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga in the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular yoga classes. Certified yoga instructors Cindy Hathaway and Carla Brems offer six classes at Prairiewoods each week, including Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m. with Cindy and from 5:30–6:30 p.m. with Carla) and Chair Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 10:45–11:45 a.m. with Cindy). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to attend whenever available. Cindy, who has practiced yoga for ten years and taught for five, is certified as a Transformational Yoga Instructor through Jackie Chiodo of the Anamaya Resort in Costa Rica. Carla is a RYT 200 Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor. She enjoys teaching Hatha-style yoga in a relaxed atmosphere so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Let’s see how Cindy and Carla can help us benefit from yoga! Please bring your own mat if possible. The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register, contact Cindy at cindylhathaway@gmail.com or 319-431-6597.</p> 2017-07-01 10:30:00 -0500
8/26/199:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-08-29 10:00:00 -05008/29/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
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WELLtalk: Holistic Therapies
<p>How can holistic therapies help with recovery, addiction, PTSD, anxiety, depression and more? Dusty Swehla will take the mystery out of holistic therapies in her WELLtalk.</p> 2019-08-05 19:00:00 -0500
8/20/196:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
CRFD Safety Scoop-Encore Cafe'-What is it?
<p>For this month’s <strong>Cedar Rapids Fire Department Safety Scoop program</strong>, we will learn about the new Encore Café, a partnership between the Heritage Area Agency on Aging, Marion Public Library and Marion Parks and Recreation Department. The Encore Café brings older adults together for a nutritious, low cost meal and social time. In addition, a wellness program is presented during the meal. Encore Café is held at accessible locations and open to all older adults. Come to hear Bryan Bruner, Health and Wellness Coordinator, Heritage Area Agency on Aging, who will talk about this and more, <strong>11 am – 12 noon, August 28,</strong> at the Central Fire Station, 713 First Avenue SE. Parking is limited – handicapped parking and entrance to the building is on the First Avenue Side of the building. <strong>FREE and open to the public.</strong></p> 2019-07-18 12:00:00 -0500
8/28/1911:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Heart Health Supermarket Tour
<p>Concerned about high cholesterol? Walk the aisles with Hy-Vee dietitian, Judy Fitzgibbons and learn easy diet changes you can make to lower cholesterol and improve blood pressure. Tours start in front of the Market Grille. Please pre-register by calling 319-365-0477 or email <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>.</p> 2019-09-06 01:00:00 -05009/06/1912:00 a.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
Weekly Pain Management Clinic
<p>Weekly clinic that helps chronic pain sufferers re-engage in life's activities using a cognitive behavioral model that teaches coping skills in a group setting. Participants learn pain control techniques to address sleep, stress, quality of life and aspects of life you are able to control. </p> 2019-08-05 11:00:00 -0500
9/11/1910:00 a.m.Covenant Family SolutionsMarion -
CRFD Safety Scoop - Tai Chi
<p>Bryan Bruner, Health and Wellness Coordinator at Kirkwood Community College, will discuss and lead a session Tai Chi at its benefits. Safety Scoop is FREE and open to the public. Refreshments provided. Parking is limited. Entrance to building on First Avenue SE. Cedar Rapids Fire Department - Central Station - 713 First Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA </p> 2019-07-25 12:00:00 -0500
9/25/1911:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
The Joy of Music for Caregivers and Care Receivers
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is offering music for caregivers and care receivers at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Come and experience the joy of music. Certified music therapists engage caregivers and care receivers in activities that promote physical health, psychological wellbeing, communication, and cognitive skills. To register for a session or to request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers’ Center while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program. For caregivers and care receivers ages: 18+</p> 2019-08-13 13:45:00 -0500
9/09/191:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
The Joy of Music for Caregivers and Care Receivers
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is offering music for caregivers and care receivers at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Come and experience the joy of music. Certified music therapists engage caregivers and care receivers in activities that promote physical health, psychological wellbeing, communication, and cognitive skills. To register for a session or to request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers’ Center while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program.For caregivers and care receivers ages: 18+</p> 2019-08-13 13:45:00 -0500
9/23/191:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Sustaining a Food System for a Growing World
<p>Whether interested in food for health, world hunger relief, or just to enjoy your favorite meal, we cannot escape the fact that our current food systems are unsustainable. As global population grows in the shadow of climate change, what we eat makes a big difference. Our food choices impact water security, carbon emissions, and global and local food security. In this talk, we will explore how we got to our current system and how a sustainable food system might look. How can we feed the world, reduce our carbon impact, and adapt to our changing climate?</p>
12/04/197:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, Flaherty Community Room (204 Basile Hall)Cedar Rapids -
Welcome to Medicare
<p>Fee: none. Registration required.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Thursday, 5/30</p><p>6 - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 6/29</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 7/27</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Thursday, 8/29</p><p>6 PM - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Presenters: SHIIP Counselors</p><p>Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near</p><p>future? Have you been on Medicare for a</p><p>while and want to better understand what it</p><p>offers? Do you help a family member with</p><p>Medicare issues? This two-hour seminar, <br>offered by The Center’s SHIIP counselors, will <br>cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the <br>prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare <br>Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement <br>insurance. <br>SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information <br>Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP <br>counselors are trained by the state and do not sell <br>or promote any insurance companies, policies, or <br>agents. The Center is a local sponsor for SHIIP in <br>Johnson County.</p> 2019-04-29 20:15:00 -05008/29/196:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-09-05 10:00:00 -05009/05/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-09-19 10:00:00 -05009/19/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-09-26 10:00:00 -05009/26/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-10-03 10:00:00 -050010/03/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
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TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-10-10 10:00:00 -050010/10/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-10-17 10:00:00 -050010/17/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-10-24 10:00:00 -050010/24/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS(taking off pounds sensibly) It helps us reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come in and see for yourself. You will be met with friendly smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time? This is the foundation for change.</p> 2019-10-31 10:00:00 -050010/31/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Safety Scoop - You and Your Medications
<p>Craig Clark, pharmacist and owner of Clark’s Pharmacy, will conduct an interactive discussion on safety with your personal medications. During the talk, he will discuss your personal medication safety, safe storage of your medication and keeping your medications safe from others. Taking medications as prescribed is crucial to your treatment and health. He will also discuss reliable information sources, what to do if your medication looks different from you remember. This will be an interactive forum, so plan to bring any questions you may have concerning your medications and their safe usage. Parking limited. Refreshments provided. FREE</p> 2019-06-19 12:00:00 -0500
10/23/1911:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
What's for Lunch: A Historical Look at School Lunch Programs
<p>School lunch is an essential federal program that feeds millions of hungry school children each year. Recently, news media have shined a light on controversial practices such as lunch shaming when children don’t have the funds to pay. However, controversy over school lunch is nothing new.</p><p>This presentation looks at the history of school lunch and how it has impacted children, communities, and ideas about nutrition. From the replacement of local diets with standardized menus in places like Puerto Rico and Alaska, to the health implications of what’s on those menus, the middle meal of the day continues to have an enormous impact on American children.</p>
9/04/197:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, Flaherty Community Room (204 Basile Hall)Cedar Rapids