Health and fitness
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Summer Yoga session: through Aug. 16, Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Center, 109 W. Slade St., Palatine. For information, visit hymcillinois.com or to register, call (847) 221-5250.
Personal Training special at LIFECENTER Health and Fitness Club: Get in the best shape of your life by enlisting the help of a certified professional personal trainer at the Bartlett Park District's LIFECENTER Health and Fitness Club, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. For the entire month of July new clients can purchase a five or 10 series personal training package and receive a fitness assessment free. Existing clients can purchase a five or 10 series personal training package and save 10% off the total purchase. Call (630) 540-4848.
Parkinson's disease education group: 10-11:30 a.m. July 26, Eastlake dining room at The Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Ann and Michael Babiaez will discuss patient rights and legal issues for individuals with a chronic illness. Open to Parkinson's disease patients and their family members. To register or for information, call Penny at (847) 381-5030.
Yoga workshop: 1:30-3:30 p.m. July 26, Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Center, 109 W. Slade St., Palatine. Yoga for tight hips and hamstrings with Karen Kordisch. Qualifies for two continuing education credits with Yoga Alliance. For information, visit hymcillinois.com. To register, call (847) 221-5250.
Applications for Daily Living: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 30; Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook. A Mind, Body and Spirit Workshop for Cancer Survivors. Therapeutic yoga focused on cancer, meditation and community building. Participants will be paired with a yoga teacher who will individually guide them through yoga and meditation practice. Wear comfortable clothes. Program offered at no charge for those living with cancer and their loved ones. R.S.V.P. (847) 509-9595.
Wellness Place In the Spotlight program: 6:30-8 p.m., Aug. 4, 1619 W. Colonial Parkway, Palatine. Paul Sweetow presents "Karate Life Skills" for children and teens going through a cancer experience. Learn how karate teaches relevant life skills to help children and teens deal with the pressures of having cancer themselves, or having a family member with cancer. Preregistration required, call (847) 221-2400.
Drumming Circle: 10:30 a.m. Aug. 4, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Registered music therapist Rita Lopienski leads a Drumming Circle. Discover the culture and therapeutic benefit of playing drums from around the world. Free and open to the public. Registration required, call (630) 213-0100.
Nutritional series: 7 p.m. Aug. 5, St. Alexius Medical Center, 1555 Barrington Road, St. Michaels Conference Center on Four West, room C, Hoffman Estates. Registered dietitian Kathy Windgert presents, "Portion Distortion." Windgert will guide you on how to size up a portion and eat healthy using the new Food Pyramid. Free, registration required, call (866) ALEXIAN.
Meditation at the Botanic Garden: 9:30-11 a.m. Aug. 6; Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Meditation and short discussion at The Chicago Botanic Garden on Lake Cook Road, just east of the Edens Expressway. Meeting place will be given upon R.S.V.P. Parking fee for non-garden members. Program offered at no charge for those living with cancer and their loved ones. R.S.V.P. (847) 509-9595.
Community education presentation: 7 p.m. Aug. 7, St. Alexius Medical Center, 1555 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, in St. Michael's Conference Center on Four West, rooms C and D. Dr. Dr. Verne Schwager will present "Cutting Through the Maze of Medicare and Health Insurance." Free, registration required, refreshments served, call (866) ALEXIAN.
Breast Friends: 10:20 a.m.-noon Aug. 9; Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Breast Friends is an activity-based group in which breast cancer survivors will get together to connect with one another. Program offered at no charge for those living with breast cancer. R.S.V.P. to (847) 509-9595.
Grief support groups for adults: 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 11, Midwest Pallative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. adult loss and second year loss begin Aug. 11 and meets for weeks. There is no charge to the general public. Call (800) 331-5484 for information or to register.
Alzheimer's caregivers support group: 10 a.m. Aug. 11, Center of Concern, 1580 Northwest Highway, suite 310, Park Ridge. Call (847) 823-0453.