Lake Co. health & fitness calendar

May

Massage Techniques class: 7-8 p.m. today, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Adults learn the benefits and techniques of Swedish Massage Therapy. $20 each; $30 for two. Register online at www.sbpd.net. (847) 381-7515.

Relaxation -- A Way of Life: 6:30-8 p.m. today; The Cancer Wellness Center is at 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Workshop designed to aid participants in reducing stress related to illness or treatment. Free. R.S.V.P. to (847) 509-9595.

June

Youth Yoga: Register by June 4. 5:45-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 18-Aug. 6, The Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. For ages 8-12. $64 for Grayslake Park District residents and $80 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.

Caregiver Support Group: 7-9 p.m. June 4, Barrington Area Council on Aging office in the Prairieview Building at The Gardlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Joyce Palmquist, executive director of the Barrington Area Council on Aging, will discuss difficult caregiving situations. For questions or to register, call Penny, (847) 381-5030.

Men's 25+ Open Gym: 7 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday year-round at the Lindenhurst Park District gym, 2200 East Grass Lake Road. Men's 25 and Over Open Gym. Fee is paid at the door. Bring proper ID to confirm residency and age. For details, call (847) 356-6011 or visit lindenhurstparks.org.

Take Charge of Your Health: 10 a.m.-noon June 6 through July 18, Community Health Room at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington. A six-week program hosted by the Barrington Area Council on Aging, in partnership with Age Options and Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital.

GLMV Relay For Life: 6 p.m. June 7 to 6 a.m. June 8, Mundelein High School, 1350 W. Hawley St., Mundelein. Teams are now being formed for the 2008 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein and Vernon Hills, an overnight fundraising event in which teams take turns walking around a track or path all night. To register a team or to become a Relay For Life of GLMV volunteer, contact Nicole Furrow at the American Cancer Society, at (847) 317-0025 or visit www.relayforlifeglmv.com.

Family race and fun run for kids: 8:30 a.m. race, 9:30 a.m. fun run June 8, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. $20 for adults; $10 children 14 and under. Race day, $25 adults, $110 children. Benefits the Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, Glenview. 3.1 mile course certified by USATF. (847) 556-1575 or ahanrahan@carecenter.org.

Survivor Celebration and Barbecue: 2-5 p.m. June 8, Wellness Place, 1619 W. Colonial Parkway, Palatine. Sponsored by the Women's Club of Inverness and open to all cancer survivors, their family, friends and caregivers. Includes barbecue, games, face painting, arts and crafts, DJ, dancing and entertainment. Pre-registration required. Free. (847) 221-2400.

Sleep deprivation: 5:30-7 p.m. June 10; Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Techniques for falling asleep will be discussed. Free. R.S.V.P. to (847) 509-9595.

Free asthma screening: 7-9 p.m. June 11 at Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield. Participants complete a 20-question test (versions for children under 15 and for parents of children 8 and under available) take a lung function test and meet with an allergist. For information, call Meghan at (847) 770-3208.

Brave Way Self Defense: Register by June 11; 6:30 p.m. June 18, in the senior center at the Robert W. Rolek Community Center, 814 Hart Road, Round Lake. For ages 13 and up. Program includes lecture, demonstration, hands-on instruction, defense against armed and unarmed attackers, single and multiple attackers, standing, sitting, ground techniques and rape prevention. For information, call the Round Lake Area Park District at (847) 546-8558.

Red Cross Babysitting: Register at least two weeks prior to class. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 25, July 21 or Aug. 13, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive. The American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course, for ages 11 - 15. Will help participants develop skills in leadership, safety and safe play, basic care, first aid, and professionalism. Bring a sack lunch and drink, along with a toy doll to use. $82 for Grayslake Park District residents, $102 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.

GLMV Chamber Health & Wellness Fair: 9 am to 8 p.m. June 12, Westfield Hawthorn Mall, Routes 60 and 21, Vernon Hills, in the Macy's Courtyard Area. Free health information, screenings, products, services and resources from local businesses. Meet WKRS Radio's Libby Collins. Raffles, giveaways and more. Exhibit space available. For information, call (847) 680-0750 or visit www.glmvchamber.org.

Genetics and Cancer: 6:30-8 p.m. June 12. Wellness Place, 1619 W. Colonial Parkway, Palatine. Tinamarie Bauman, advanced practice nurse in genetics and manager of High Rick Genetics with Alexian Brothers Hospital Network will cover the genetic basis of cancers and hereditary cancer syndrome. Free. Registration required, call (847) 221-2400.

Lake Tour Bike Trek: June 13-15. The American Lung Association of Illinois-Greater Chicago's annual Lake Tour Bike Trek. Ride to support research. For information or to register, visit www.laketourbiketrek.org or call (800) LUNGUSA.

Senior Resource Fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13, St. Alexius Medical Center, fourth floor conference room, 1555 N. Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates. More than 40 vendors specializing in services available to seniors. Sponsored by Northwest Suburban Senior Coalition. Health screenings courtesy of St. Alexius. Raffle drawings, and refreshments provided by Sam's Club. (847) 507-2189.