Health and fitness
Events that focus on physical and mental health, well-being and fitness, including runs, walks, exercise events, classes, health screenings, mental health screenings and support information, support groups starting up. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
Exhibitors wanted: Exhibitors are wanted for a Health, Wellness and Fitness Expo from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Local health, fitness and wellness organizations will be at the library to share key factors in leading a healthy life, featuring displays, chair massages, blood pressure checks, health screenings, food samples, a healthy foods cooking demo and an appearance from Chicago Bears official team mascot Staley da Bear. Those interested in setting up a free booth can contact Shannon Galton at sgalton@vapld.info or (847) 634-3650 ext. 137.
Jan. 15
Alzheimer's Association Support group: Meets 1-3 p.m. Jan. 15, Eastlake dining room at the Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Sponsored by the Barrington Area Council on Aging, the group provides education, speakers and support for families and caregivers of Alzheimer's patients. Call (847) 381-5030 to register.
Boot Camp Demo: 6:15-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, Campanelli YMCA, 300 W. Wise Road, Schaumburg. Free boot camp class demo. (847) 891-9622.4
"Physical Therapy-Leading to Injury-Free Wellness": 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15; Stay Fit Physical Therapy & Core Wellness, Inc., 127 W Prospect Ave., Mount Prospect. Stay Fit kicks off their 2009 Lecture Series with its founder, Diana Sahakian, MS, MPT, speaking on the important role physical therapy plays in leading to injury-free wellness and tools for self-improvement. Free. To register, e-mail rsvp@stayfitpt.com. Or call (847) 255-2348 or visit stayfitpt.com
Wellness program: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, Victory Centre Senior Apartments, 1105 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Community health nurse Trish Simon will talk about the free screenings offered including blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate and hemoglobin/anemia checks. These screenings will be available to the public, all ages, at no cost. Reservations to (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Fitness membership sale: Offered by the Mount Prospect Park District. Purchase a one-year All-Facility Plus, All Facility, Fitness Center Plus or Fitness Center membership and save $50 off regular fees. Choice of two state-of-the-art fitness centers. Offer is good through Jan. 15. For details, visit mppd.org.
Open Yoga Practice: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursdays starting Jan. 15, Highland Park Hospital Health and Fitness Center, 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Thursdays with Adam, a supervised self practice, where each student moves through the practice at his or her own pace and level, will be held Thursdays. Open practice is appropriate for anyone who has developed a good sense of self awareness, usually a practitioner with at least nine months of experience. Class is free and open to anyone. For information, call (847) 229-0292.
Jan. 16
Women's self-defense course: 5:30-6:45 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 16-March 6, South Barrington aerobic studio, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Interactive self-defense course designed to educate women on surviving an attack, physically and psychologically. Ages over 13. $88-$105. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Zumba Fundraiser: 7-8:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16; Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Parkway. $15 donation required to Cancer Wellness. Call (847) 353-7501
Jan. 17
Introduction to Tai Chi: 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, Highland Park Hospital Health and Fitness Center, 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Free introductory class consisting of Chi Gong, a demonstration of the form and an introductory class. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and wear socks. Registration is required. To register, call (847) 229-0292.
Jan. 18
60-Second Technique that Stops Food Cravings: Noon-2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 18; Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Emotional Freedom Technique is a combination of mental focusing and acupressure. Limited to 25 participants. Bring a bag lunch. (847) 255-8700, ext. 230
"Family Yoga": 3:15-4:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 18; Chai Center for Enrichment and Renewal, Temple Chai, 1670 Checker Road, Long Grove. Open to ages kindergarten and older. For details, or to R.S.V.P., call (847) 537-1771, ext. 234 or thechaicenter@templechai.org
Jan. 19
"Youth Fitness and Fun": 1-2:15 p.m., Monday, Jan. 19; Chai Center for Enrichment and Renewal, Temple Chai, 1670 Checker Road, Long Grove. Sack races, soccer and more. Open to children 6-9 years old. For details, or to R.S.V.P., call (847) 537-1771, ext. 234 or thechaicenter@templechai.org.
Free Tai Chi workshop: 8:10-9:10 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19, Pilates Plus of Schaumburg, 654 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. (847) 923-1201 or (847) 322-8767.
Jan. 21
Catholic Charities LOSS program meets: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Holy Family Church Counseling Center, 2515 Palatine Road, Inverness. For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. (847) 376-2118.
Why Weight?: 1:30-2:20 p.m. Wednesdays Jan. 21-March 11, South Barrington board room, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Participants lean how to choose healthy foods to lose weight and keep it off. Weight-ins are confidential and given with praise, encouragement and rewards. Basic nutrition and diet planning discussed. $39-$49. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Ostomy Association of Greater Chicago: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 21; The Sunrise Assisted Living Center, 1725 Ballard Road, Park Ridge. Election of officers for 2009 is scheduled. Visit uoachicago.org.
Tai Chi: Beginning Tai Chi meets 6:30-8 p.m., Jan. 21-April 1; residents, $60/nonresidents, $72. Continuing Tai Chi meets 8:15-9:45 p.m., Wednesdays, Jan. 21-April 1; residents, $60/nonresidents, $72. Intermediate Tai Chi meets 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays, Jan. 22-April 2; residents, $70/nonresidents, $105. All classes meet at the Prairie Lakes Community Center. 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. Call (847) 391-5700 or visit desplainesparks.org
NAMI Barrington Family-to-Family Education program: 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 21, for 12 weeks, at Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights. Classes structured to help you understand and support individuals with mental disorders while maintaining your own well being. For reservations, call Maryrose (847) 496-1415.
Exploring Physical Wellness: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Norwood Crossing, 6016 N. Nina Ave., Chicago. Hosted by the Activity Therapist Association. Discussion led by Ryan Gauthier will teach you about physical wellness, nutrition, fluid intake and oxygen effects on the body. (630) 213-0100 or atachicago.org.
Jan. 22
Baby care and development class: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays Jan. 22 and 29, Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster, Park Ridge. For couples who are expecting their first child, grandparents, child care givers and adoptive parents. Topics include physical care, safety, sleep, common concerns, immunizations and development, birth through 12 months. $40 per couple. To register, (800) 323-8622, use code 8B11.
Yoga for weight loss: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Adults learn how to achieve weight loss or maintenance goals and how stress management and body awareness affect your ability to loose weight and keep it off. To register, (847) 358-5881 ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.
Jan. 24
Parkinson's disease education group: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Performing Arts Center at The Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Paula Weiner, community outreach manager for the Parkinson's Disease Foundation will speak. Open to Parkinson's disease patients and their family members. To register, call Penny, (847) 381-5030.
Free Yoga workshop: 9-10:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Pilates Plus of Schaumburg, 654 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. (847) 923-1201 or (847) 322-8767.
Jan. 25
Health, Wellness and Fitness Expo: Noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Local health, fitness and wellness organizations will be at the library to share key factors in leading a healthy life, featuring displays, chair massages, blood pressure checks, health screenings, food samples, a healthy foods cooking demo and an appearance from Chicago Bears official team mascot Staley da Bear. For infomation, e-mail sgalton@vapld.info or call (847) 634-3650 ext. 137.
"Building Rapport with Difficult Individuals": 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 25; Chai Center for Enrichment and Renewal, Temple Chai, 1670 Checker Road, Long Grove. Covers techniques in building instant rapport with individuals suffering from anxiety and/or emotional distress. For details, or to R.S.V.P., call (847) 537-1771, ext. 234 or thechaicenter@templechai.org.
"What Pilates Can Do For You": 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 25; Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Pkwy., Buffalo Grove. Presented by Vered Arbel. For details and reservations, call (847) 353-7501 or visit bgfitnesscenter.com.
Jan. 26
"Ten Most Common Mistakes Good Parents Make": 7:30-9 p.m., Monday, Jan. 26; Chai Center for Enrichment and Renewal, Temple Chai, 1670 Checker Road, Long Grove. Discussion of most common mistakes made by good parents and common sense solutions for fixing them. For details, or to R.S.V.P., call (847) 537-1771, ext. 234 or thechaicenter@templechai.org.
"Sports Injuries": 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 26; Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Pkwy., Buffalo Grove. Presented by Dr. Jason Hui. For details and reservations, call (847) 353-7501 or visit bgfitnesscenter.com.
Jan. 27
Laughter and Its Benefits: 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27; Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Learn how a little laughter can bring benefits with Certified Laughter Leader, Om Johari. To register, call or visit the Information Desk, (847) 259-3500 ext. 35, or visit phpl.info
"Laughter is the Best Medicine": Noon, Tuesday, Jan. 27; Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Pkwy., Buffalo Grove. Caryl Derenfeld of Learned Conversations will discuss how laughter makes you feel, and share some scientific studies on the subject. For details and to reserve free space, call (847) 353-7501 or visit bgfitnesscenter.com.
Planning Asperger Syndrome Success and Generating Experiences: 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27; Plaza Office Park, 121 S. Wilke Road, Arlington Heights. All teens and adults with Asperger Syndrome and Non-Verbal Learning Disability, parents, professionals, and interested community members are invited. Group is designed to help teens and young adults with Asperger Syndrome and Non-Verbal Learning Disability successfully transition to the adult world. Guest speaker will be Jody Quirk from Division of Rehab Services. For details, call (847) 524-1089; e-mail pehedonna@yahoo.com; call (847) 923-7173 or e-mail DDudasik@aol.com.
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, Jan. 27, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
Jan. 28
Cholesterol and glucose checks: 6-10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28; Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Pkwy, Buffalo Grove. Offered through Northwest Community Hospital. Fasting is required. Cholesterol screen is $25 and includes the Lipid Panel: HDL, LDL and Triglycerides. The $21 glucose screening is $21. Results provided on the spot. For details and to schedule your appointment, call (847) 353-7501 or visit bgfitnesscenter.com.
NAMI Northwest Suburban: Meets 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Alexian Center for Mental Health, 3350 Salt Creek lane, suite 114, Arlington Heights. Annual meeting. Dr. Max Chasanov, NAMI Illinois Psychiatrist of the Year will present, "From Discovery to Recovery." For information, (847) 899-0195 or naminwsub@aol.com.
Jan. 29
Fibromyalgia Support Group: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, Schaumburg Township, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Education, tips and networking to help control symptoms. Sponsored by Arthritis Foundation. Free. (847) 895-9596.
Feb. 2
LesMills BodyPump class: Feb. 2-March 28, Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Sixty-minute workout that challenges all major muscle groups using the best weight room exercises. Burn 600 calories per class, improve strength and bone density and tone muscle. $80-$100. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.
Feb. 21
Roselle Park District Fitness Center open house: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, Clauss Recreation Center, 555 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Roselle. use the fitness center for the afternoon. refreshments, health screenings, chair massages, blood pressure readings and body fat analyses available to current and prospective members. (630) 894-4200
Feb. 23
Arthritis Foundation Plus: 2:15-3 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Feb. 23-April 16, South Barrington indoor pool, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Use the water's resistance to improve the mobility of your joints, while relieving some of the pain commonly associated with arthritis. $40 per session. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Feb. 24
Arthritis Foundation Plus: 5:30-6:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 24-April 14, South Barrington indoor pool, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Use the water's resistance to improve the mobility of your joints, while relieving some of the pain commonly associated with arthritis. $20 per session. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, Feb. 24, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
March 24
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, March 24, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
April 28
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, April 28, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
May 26
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, May 26, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
June 23
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, June 23, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
Ongoing
Walkers club: The Arlington Heights Walkers Club, from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, invites walkers to join them during business hours Monday-Saturday at 1801 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights. The club is co-sponsored by Northwest Community Hospital's Healthy Aging/Senior Services. For information, (847) 253-5532.
Wheeling Chapter of T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Meets 5:30-7 p.m., Mondays; AMVETS Phillip Carpenter Post 66, 700 McHenry Road, Wheeling. Visit tops.org or call (847) 37-8666.
Drop-in Grief Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m.; Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Grief support group is free to the general public. Call (800) 331-5484
National Alliance on Mental Illness: Support group for persons over 18 with any form of mental illness meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at Alexian Center for Mental Health, 3350 Salt Creek Lane, Arlington Heights. (847) 899-0195.
National Alliance on Mental Illness: A support group for people who have a family member or friend with mental illness meets from 7-9 p.m. every second Thursday of the month at Kenneth Young Center, 1001 Rohlwing Road, Elk Grove Village. For information, (630) 529-3037 or (630) 302-2530.
Grief to Hope Group: 9:30-11 a.m., fourth Tuesday of the month; Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 West Central Road. The Center for Loss and Hope at Hospice of Northeastern Illinois offers regular drop-in groups to help those dealing with the death of a loved one. To register or for more information on the groups or Hospice of Northeastern Illinois' Center for Loss and Hope, call (847) 381-5599, or e-mail nbillman@HospiceAnswers.org.
Mourning to Meaning: Meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month, at Hospice of Northeastern Illinois Crystal Lake workstation, 390 East Congress Parkway, Suite E in Crystal Lake. To register or for more information on hospice groups or Hospice of Northeastern Illinois' Center for Loss and Hope, call (847) 381-5599, or e-mail nbillman@HospiceAnswers.org.
NAMI Elk Grove -Schaumburg Connections group: 7-9 p.m. Fridays, Alexian Brothers Behavior Hospital, 1650 Moon Lake Dr., Hoffman Estates. An opportunity for people with any mental illness to connect with others and learn how best to cope and find recovery. Carol (847) 352-6708
Palatine Jazzercise: 1294 E. Dundee Road, Palatine. For class schedule, visit smbjazz.com or call (773) 227-7167.
Streamwood Jazzercise: 550 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood. For information or to register, contact Jeaneen at jeaneenjazz@sbcglobal.net or call (847) 584-1969.
Hoffman Estates Jazzercise: 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. For information or to register, contact Jeaneen at jeaneenjazz@sbcglobal.net or call (847) 584-1969.
Aqua Arthritis Classes: Held weekly, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Designed to loosen joints and relieve some of the pain associated with arthritis. Non-Member registration available. Call at (847) 353-7500