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Prevention
Commit to be Fit. Class designed for active people who are 20 pounds or
more overweight, 4:30-5:30 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays,
June 27-Aug. 15; 4:30-5:30 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays,
Aug. 22-Sept. 28, Genesis Wellness Center, Bettendorf YMCA. Cost: $50.
Registration: (563) 421-3870.
Rally for a Cure. The Clinton Country Club will host Rally for a Cure
Ladies Golf Day June 27, starting a 8 a.m. The tournament will feature
a four-person, 18-hole scramble format, followed by a luncheon,
benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Information:
Barb Hanrahan, (815) 589-4682.
Surgical Weight Loss Informational Meeting. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wednesday, June 28. Learn the latest information about bariatric
surgery, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Health Care Provider CPR. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 29. Learn
proper procedure for two-person rescue CPR, $40 Trinity, (309)779-2000.
Smoking Cessation Workshop. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, July 6-27. Participants
will receive information on preparing to quit, initiating a quit day
and using strategies to stay smoke-free. Fee: $20/person or $30/couple.
Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Surgical Weight Loss Informational Meeting. 6-8 p.m. July 10, or 11:30
a.m.-1 p.m. July 26. Learn the latest information about bariatric
surgery, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Heartsaver CPR. 5:30-9:30 p.m. July 10, Aug. 8, Sept. 5, Oct. 10, Nov.
7 or Dec. 4, Genesis, Illini Campus, Silvis. CPR class for care of
adult, child and infant. Cost: $40, includes book and materials for
2005 AHA guidelines. Registration: (309) 792-6765.
Chiropractic Screenings. Palmer Chiropractic Clinics will provide free
spinal screenings at these times and places: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July
12, Youth Fest '06, RiverCenter, Davenport; 5-7:30 p.m. July 12,
Younkers, NorthPark Mall, Davenport; 5-9 p.m. July 27, Bix 7 Health and
Fitness Expo, RiverCenter, Davenport; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 28, Bix 7
Health and Fitness Expo, RiverCenter, Davenport.
Body Enhancement Procedures. 6-8 p.m. July 13. Board-certified plastic
surgeons from Plastic Surgery Associates will discuss a variety of body
enhancement procedures from breast augmentation to liposuction, free.
Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Adult First Aid. 8 a.m.-noon July 15. Learn accurate basic first aid
information, $35. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Engaging Patients as Partners. 6-7 p.m. July 17. Dr. Rita Melissano and
Trinity safety coordinator Linda Guebert will discuss important ways
patients can communicate with their health-care professionals to
improve understanding of their conditions and treatments, free.
Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Summer BBQ. A Hy-Vee dietitian will demonstrate a healthy meal of
burger, potato/pasta salad and frozen fruit kabobs at these times and
places: 5:30 p.m. July 17, Hy-Vee, 4218 Avenue of the Cities, Moline;
5:30 p.m. July 18, Hy-Vee, 4064 E. 53rd St., Davenport; or 5:30 p.m.
July 19, Hy-Vee, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Sign up near the
pharmacy, leave a message at (563) 676-1408 or email
1107di...@hy-vee.com. Please sign up a week in advance.
Low Cholesterol Class. 3-4 p.m. July 18 or 3-4 p.m. Aug. 15, lower
level Larson Center, Genesis-Illini Campus, Silvis, Ill. Taught by
registered dietitian. Cost: $20/person plus one guest. Includes written
materials. Registration: (309) 792-4385.
Health Care Provider CPR Renewal. 5:30-9:30 p.m. July 18. Fee: $40.
Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Check-up Clinics. Free health clinics/informational open houses will be
sponsored by the Henry and Stark County Health Departments: 9-11 a.m.
July 18, United Methodist Church, Orion, Ill.; 1-3 p.m. July 18,
Augustana Lutheran Church, Andover, Ill.; 9-11 a.m. July 25, First
United Methodist Church, Galva, Ill.
Smoking Cessation Preview. 6-8 p.m. July 19. Trinity offers a preview
session on how to quit smoking, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Heart Aware. 6-7 p.m. July 25. Registered nurse Melissa Swift, from the
Trinity Early Detection Center, will discuss risk factors for heart
disease and ways to reduce the risk. Participants will be invited to
take a personalized risk assessment survey. Those deemed at risk will
have the opportunity to schedule a free visit with qualified Trinity
health care staff for further testing, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Healthcare Provider. 5:30-9:30 p.m. July 25, Aug. 21, Sept. 19, Oct.
23, Nov. 20 or Dec. 18, Genesis, Illini Campus, Silvis. CPR class for
the healthcare professional. Cost: $40, includes book and materials for
2005 AHA guidelines. Registration: (309) 792-6765.
Sun Safety for Your Skin. 6-7 p.m. July 27. Clinical nurse specialist
Carolene Robinson from Trinity's Cancer Center will explain
prevention techniques and risk factors for skin damage, concluding with
a discussion of skin cancer, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Added Touch Exercise. Participants learn how to use exercise equipment
and weight machines with supervision of exercise specialists, noon-1
p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Genesis Wellness Center at the
Bettendorf Family Y. Cost: $30 per month. New class begins every month.
Registration: Genesis Health Promotion Department, (563) 421-3870.
Trinity Farmers' Market. 3-7 p.m. Mondays through October, Trinity at
Terrace Park, Bettendorf, and 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays in parking lot U next
to the Bier Stube in downtown Moline, 417 15th St. Features home-grown
products such as produce, plants and handmade crafts.
Human Potential Wellness. 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Caras Chiropractic and
Performance Center, 5123 Middle Road, Suite D, Bettendorf. Free program
on family wellness. Reservations (563) 332-6036. Visit Web site at
www.drcaras.com for more information.
Bariatric Surgery. Informational sessions on gastric bypass procedure,
Genesis Center for Bariatric Surgery, 1230 E. Rusholme St., Suite 101,
Medical Office Building II, Davenport, $25 fee, support person may
attend at no cost. Genesis, (563) 421-2000.
CPR/First Aid. Ideal for daycare providers, $30 for first aid alone, or
$50 for first aid/CPR. Call for dates and times. Genesis, Illini
Campus, (309) 792-6765.
Fitness classes. North Scott Fitness Center, Eldridge, Iowa, offers
evening classes every six weeks to give participants an ongoing variety
of cardio, strengthening and toning options. Classes include Yogilates,
a yoga-like class to promote core stability through stretching and
strengthening; Boot Step, a routine that combines kick boxing and boot
camp moves with a step; Racing and Power, a full body workout using a
bike and strength training exercises; Circuit Training, a mix of high
intensity cardio and strength training; Kickin' Cardio, a powerful
workout that combines kicking and jabbing; Step & Sculpt, a cardio step
workout that uses light weights, and Group Cycling, an intense workout
set to music using stationary bikes. Hour-long classes are 4:30 p.m.
and 5:30 p.m. Monday -Thursday. Information: (563) 285-9561.
Wellness Center. In-depth training on Wellness Center equipment at Two
Rivers YMCA, Moline. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Personal Training. Personal training sessions, Two Rivers YMCA, Moline.
Times determined by participants and trainers. Information: (309)
797-3945.
Go for the Mix in 2006. Genesis Wellness Center staff will help
participants design a plan for a healthy lifestyle, including a session
with a registered dietitian, detailed fitness evaluation and one-hour
full-body massage. Fee: $99. Genesis Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
SilverSneakers. An innovative blend of physical activity, healthy
lifestyle and socially oriented programs, allowing older adults to take
greater control of their health, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Monday and Wednesday,
Two Rivers YMCA, Moline. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Senior Health Counseling. Trained volunteers from the Senior Health
Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) provide free assistance to senior
citizens with issues such as Medicare, health insurance and
prescription plans. Volunteers are available 9-11 a.m. first Wednesdays
of the month at the Center for Active Seniors, 1035 W. Kimberly Road,
Bettendorf; 9-11 a.m. second Wednesdays at Genesis Medical Center, 1401
W. Central Park Ave., Davenport; 9-11 a.m. third Wednesdays at Genesis
Medical Center, 1227 E. Rusholme St., Davenport; 9-11 a.m. third
Wednesdays at the Bettendorf Library; and 9-11 a.m. fourth Wednesdays
at the Social Security Office, Suite 100, 131 W. 3rd St., Davenport.
Information: (563) 421-1095.
Blood Pressure Screenings. 8-10 a.m. first Tuesday of the month,
NorthPark Mall, in front of J.C. Penney's, Davenport; 10-11 a.m.
second Tuesdays, Heartland Park, 3609 14th St. Drive, Moline; 1:30-2:30
p.m. second Thursdays, Angelus Retirement Community, 1451 20th Ave.,
East Moline; 1-2 p.m. third Wednesdays, Heartland Towers, 1700 Hospital
Road, Silvis, Ill.; 1-2:30 p.m. third Fridays, Friendship Manor, 1209
21st Ave., Rock Island; 9 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, emergency room, Genesis
Medical Center, West Central Park, and Genesis Medical Center, East
Rusholme Street, Davenport; noon-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays,
emergency room, Trinity at Terrace Park, Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf;
7 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday and
Sunday, Genesis Convenient Care, 1520 W. 53rd St., Davenport, and 4017
Devil's Glen Road, Bettendorf; 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesday, Cordova fire
station; 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, Hillsdale fire station; 10:30 a.m.-noon
Thursday, Rapids City Village Hall; 10:30 a.m.-noon Friday, Port Byron
Village Hall. Free.
Smoking Cessation. Four-session consultation program including nicotine
replacement information and other methods of quitting, facilitated by
the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department, Genesis Medical Center.
Information: (563) 421-3867.
Indoor Group Cycling. 6-6:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, North Scott
Fitness Center, Eldridge, Iowa, taught by Mary Ann Middleton. Other
classes are available at a variety of times. Provides a high intensity,
low impact workout that allows participants to work at an individual
pace. Non-members can attend first class for free. Otherwise, classes
are $5 for non-members and $2 or free for members, depending on the
type of membership. Information: (563) 285-9561.
Jazzercise. Classes offer a blend of aerobic dance, strength training
and stretching, available in several Quad-City locations. Information:
Bettendorf Jazzercise Center, (563) 359-1406, or Sherri Kotula, (309)
496-3501.
Exercise consultation. Meet one-on-one with an exercise specialist to
make a plan of action for individual weight loss and exercise needs.
Hands-on gym time as well as written guidelines given. Fee: $30/hour.
Genesis Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
Body composition testing. Quick and painless way to help participants
better understand the importance of lean body mass. Hydrate well 24
hours prior to the test. Fee: $5 for basic test only; $10 for test plus
comprehensive assessment. Genesis Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
Massage therapy. Licensed massage therapists provide 30-, 60- and
90-minute sessions. Fee: $30 for 30-minute partial massage, $45 for
1-hour full body massage, $70 for 90-minute full body massage. Genesis
Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
Breast self-examination. Offered one-on-one, by appointment at Center
for Breast Health adjoining Genesis Medical Center, East Rusholme
Street, (563) 421-7625.
Mental well-being
Alternative Healing. Dr. Rita Melissano will offer an array of ancient
healing techniques to decrease or eliminate fear, anxiety and
depression and enhance quality of life. Fee: $120/six weeks. Call for
schedule: Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Yoga: Mind and Body. Iowa: 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays, June 28-Aug. 2;
6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, July 3-Aug. 7; or 7:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays, July
3-Aug. 7. Illinois: 6:45-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays, June 27-Aug. 8 (no class
July 4), or 5-6 p.m. Mondays, July 3-Aug. 7. Fee: $36. Trinity
Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Extra Gentle Yoga. 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Sundays, 8-9:30
p.m. Mondays, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 S. Brady St., Davenport. A
calming, therapeutic class that introduces posture and breathing
techniques, $8/class. Information: (563) 322-5354 or
www.DavenportSchoolOfYoga.com.
Gentle Yoga. Designed for relaxation and personal healing. Learn
various breathing techniques that coordinate with yoga postures,
stretches and movements. Morning and evening classes. Comfortable
dress, blanket, mat and water, $5/class. Information: Meg Bolich, (563)
332-9625.
Hatha Yoga. 7-8 p.m. Thursdays, Two Rivers YMCA, 2040 53rd St., Moline.
Registration required: (309) 797-3945.
Sunrise Yoga. Taught by Jeanette Pollard, 6 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays
and Fridays, Nautilus Super Fitness Center, 3102 29th St., Moline, $5
per class. Information: (309) 797-4810.
T'ai Chi. Iowa: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 27-Aug. 8 (no class
July 4). Illinois: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 29-Aug. 3. T'ai Chi
offers meditation in motion, a system of rounded, fluid movements that
help center the mind and strengthen the body, $36. Trinity Enrichment
Center, (563) 441-1647.
T'ai Chi. 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Genesis Valley Fair Clinic, 2720 W.
Locust St., Davenport, taught by John DeCapp, $18 per month.
Information: (309) 797-3847.
Yoqua. Two Rivers YMCA, Moline. Modified dynamic and static Yoga
postures in the pool enhance balance, structural alignment and muscle
flexibility. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Ai Chi. Two Rivers YMCA, Moline. Flowing exercise and relaxation in the
warm pool using deep breathing and slow, broad movements of the arms,
legs and torso. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Pilates: Introductory Level. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, July 24-Aug. 28.
Fee: $36. Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Pilates: Intermediate Level. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, July 24-Aug. 28.
Fee: $48. Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Pilates. Ongoing classes taught by certified, experienced instructors,
Bettendorf Life Fitness Center, 2222 Middle Road, Bettendorf.
Information: (563) 344-4119.
Pilates. Classes available at a variety of times, Two Rivers YMCA, 2040
53rd St., Moline. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Zazen (sitting) Meditation. 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Unitarian Church, Eastern
Avenue and Kimberly Road, Davenport. Beginners session is held on third
Tuesdays. Hosted by ThreeRiversZen Center. Wear comfortable, modest
clothing and provide your own sitting materials. Information: Email
threeri...@mchsi.com.
Reiki: Level II. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 13-27. Specialized
training on breath work, hand positioning and balancing energy centers
in the body. Fee: $150/three weeks. Trinity Enrichment Center, (563)
441-1647.
Qigong. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, July 11-Aug. 15. Participants will learn
this ancient Chinese art of training internal energy to relieve stress
and pain, $48. Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Anger Management. 6 p.m. Mondays, Psychology Health Group, 2102 E. 38th
St., Davenport. Join the group any Monday night, complete five training
sessions and receive a certificate, $25 per session. Registration: Rick
Martenson, (563) 359-4049.
Achieving Self Control. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Learn effective ways
to handle anger, change the way you relate to loved ones and improve
overall quality of life. Fee: $25 per week. Call for dates. Trinity
Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
'Chill It!' Learn about ways to reduce stress, 1-4 p.m. Saturday,
July 22, Putnam Museum IMAX Theatre, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport,
sponsored by the Quad-City Health Initiative. Information: (563)
421-2815 or visit www.qchealthinitiative.org.
Quad-Cities Drum Circle. 1 p.m. last Sunday of the month, Hauberg
Museum, Black Hawk State Park, Rock Island. No drum circle in July.
Method of increasing health and well-being for people of all ages,
including children and people with disabilities. Bring a rattle, drum,
any musical tool or use one provided. Free, donations go to Black Hawk
State Park Educational Fund. Information: Karen, (563) 323-0437. Web
site: geocities.com/quadcitiesdrumcircle.
Coping with illness
Osteoporosis. 8 a.m. Saturday, June 24, Radisson Quad-City Plaza,
Davenport. Daniel Hurley from the Mayo Clinic and Neil Binckley from
the University of Wisconsin will discuss the latest advances and
treatments for osteoporosis. Event includes continental breakfast,
seating limited. Registration: Trinity, (309) 779-2000 or (877)
242-8899.
Wholistic Healing. Trinity Enrichment Center will offer a conference,
"Science and Spirituality: Connecting Health and Healing," June
24-25 at Trinity Terrace Park Campus, Bettendorf. Cost for health
professionals, $150/day or $200/two days. Cost for general public,
$50/day or $75/two days. Registration: www.trinityqc.com/enrichment or
call (563) 441-1647.
Taking the Heat Out of Heartburn. 6-7 p.m. Monday, June 26. Dr. Greg
Bohn will present the latest surgical techniques to correct
gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, free. Trinity, (309)
779-2000.
New Hope for Parkinson's Disease and Essential Tremor. 6-7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 27. Neurosurgeon Dr. Vasan Purighalla of the Neuroscience
and Spine Institute, and neurologist Dr. Assaf of Medical Arts
Associates will discuss treatment options for Parkinson's disease and
essential tremor, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Visual Impairment. 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, July 6, CASI, 1035 W.
Kimberly Road, Davenport. Lynne Blind will speak on "Nutrition as We
Age." Anyone interested in learning about blindness and vision loss
is invited. Information: Carolyn, (563) 441-9683 or Al, (563) 355-8995.
Transportation: (563) 386-7477.
Medical Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients. 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, July
13-Aug. 17; 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 22-Sept. 26, Genesis Wellness
Center, Bettendorf YMCA. Cost: $75. Class limited to 10 participants.
Medical clearance form required. Registration: (563) 421-3870.
Pre-diabetes. Class describing pre-diabetes and what can be done to
prevent Type 2 diabetes, 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 27; 3-4 p.m. July 25;
or 3-4 p.m. Aug. 22, Genesis-Illini Campus, lower level Larson Center,
Silvis, Ill. Cost: $20/person plus one guest. Registration: (309)
792-4385.
Don't Giggle, Don't Cough, Don't Lift. 6:30-7:30 p.m. July 5. Dr.
Roger Lubbers will discuss new and minimally invasive solutions to
treat female stress urinary incontinence. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Diabetes Self-Management. Follow-up group for people with diabetes who
are interested in receiving help with day-to-day challenges of diabetes
self-management, 9-10 a.m. July 5 or 9-10 a.m. Aug. 1, lower level
Larson Center, Genesis-Illini Campus, Silvis, Ill., free. Information:
(309) 792-4385.
Medical Yoga Therapy. 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, July 13-Aug. 24, or 5:30-7
p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 22-Sept. 26, Genesis Wellness Center, Bettendorf
YMCA, 3800 Tanglefoot Road, Bettendorf. For cancer patients, survivors
and co-survivors. Designed to provide a calming, therapeutic class that
introduces postures and breathing techniques and gradually builds
flexibility and strength, taught by Shamani Langille, a certified
instructor of Ananda Yoga, Yoga/Meditation and Yoga of the Heart. A
medical clearance form must be completed by a medical provider. Cost:
$75, paid in advance. Registration: Genesis, (563) 421-3870.
Look Good. Feel Better. 6-8 p.m. July 17. Program teaches beauty
techniques to female cancer patients in active treatment to help combat
appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment, free. Trinity,
(309) 779-2000.
Therapeutic Yoga. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 13-Aug. 17.
This class is for those dealing with the physical and mental challenges
of cancer. Fee: $36. Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Carpal Tunnel and Thumb Arthritis. 6-7 p.m. July 18, 6-7 p.m. July 24,
or 6-7 p.m. July 31. Physician's assistants from Orthopaedic
Specialists will discuss the latest advancements in treatment
techniques for carpal tunnel and thumb arthritis, free. Trinity, (309)
779-2000.
Reiki Sessions. Reiki is a gentle, natural healing method that supports
the body's natural ability to heal itself. One hour session: $45.
Genesis Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
Yoga of the Heart. 3-4:30 p.m. Saturdays (six-class series, ongoing
classes), Davenport School of Yoga, 421 S. Brady St., Davenport.
Specialized yoga class for cardiac and cancer patients. Registration
required: (563) 322-5354.
Aquatic program. Arthritis Foundation approved classes for those
suffering from arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia or related
problems. Ongoing sessions with morning, afternoon and evening classes
available. Scott County Family Y, (563) 322-7171; Two Rivers YMCA,
(309) 797-3945.
Water Exercise. Aquatic program of exercises to improve joint
flexibility, 9-9:55 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays (ongoing class), Life
Fitness Center, Bettendorf. Information: (563) 344-4119.
Fibromyalgia aquatic exercise. Two Rivers YMCA, Moline. A deep-water
exercise class in the warm pool for persons with fibromyalgia.
Information: (309) 797-3945.
Multiple sclerosis aquatic exercise. Two Rivers YMCA, Moline. Trained
instructors lead activities to maximize muscle strength and endurance,
reduce spasticity, prevent muscle atrophy and provide a positive social
experience. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Dizziness/imbalance screening. Testing and treatment for dizziness,
vertigo and imbalance problems, Midwest Therapy Center, (309) 762-6676,
or (563) 326-1400.
Child rearing
Prenatal Yoga. Iowa: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 29-Aug. 3.
Illinois: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 28-Aug. 2. Class presents
modified postures for to-be mothers with special awareness of the mind
and breath. Participants should be in at least second trimester.
Exercise mat and blanket required, $36. Trinity Enrichment Center,
(563) 441-1647.
Childbirth Preparation. Four-week class designed to prepare women
physically and emotionally for childbirth, $50. Trinity, (309)
779-2000.
Birth Review Class. For couples who have had a prepared childbirth
experience within four years, $25. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Childbirth Preparation. Classes prepare couples for the labor and birth
experience. Genesis, (563) 421-2000.
Sibling Class. Children ages 3-10 learn about their roles as big
brother or sister, free. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Infant Care. Fee included with payment of Childbirth Preparation
classes. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Baby Basics. Topics include choosing a physician, postpartum care,
bonding with your newborn, newborn care. Genesis, (563) 421-2000.
Breastfeeding: A Gift for Baby. Taught by a certified lactation
educator. Fee included with payment of Childbirth Preparation classes.
Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Mommy and Me Yoga. 5:30-6:45 p.m. Mondays, July 31, Aug. 7, 21 and 28,
and Sept. 11 and 18; 5:30-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16
and 30, and Nov. 6; and 5:30-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 13, 20 and 27, and
Dec. 4, 11 and 18, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 S. Brady St.,
Davenport. Helps children develop balance, focus, motor skills,
relaxation and positive self esteem. Cost: $48 for six-class series.
Registration: (563) 322-5354 or www.abcYogaClub.org.
Yoga for Children. 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, July 10-Aug. 14. This fun
class will introduce children ages 6-12 to yoga postures and breathing
exercise. Parents are welcome to participant in the class. Fee: $36.
Trinity Enrichment Center, (563) 441-1647.
Dr. Lee Salk's Super Sitters. A basic baby-sitter training program
for boys and girls ages 10 and older, 9 a.m.-noon July 15. Fee: $10,
includes booklet. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Emergency Care and First Aid for Children. 2:30-3:30 p.m. July 15. Boys
and girls age 10 and older who spend time caring for themselves or
others will learn about common emergency care, $10 fee includes
booklet. Trinity, (309) 779-2000.
Total Teen Mix. Summer program involving four hours of detailed fitness
instruction, including evaluation, body composition and personal
exercise goals, working with an exercise specialist and registered
dietitian. Each appointment will be scheduled at participant's
convenience. Fee: $125/person or $100/person group rate. Genesis
Wellness Center, (563) 421-3870.
Youth Wellness. Two Rivers YMCA offers a variety of wellness activities
for children and youth, including Healthy Eating and Nutrition, Tae
Kwon Do, Youth Wellness Center Orientation, Geo-Motion, Geo-Motion and
Water Blast, and Youth Strength Training. Information: (309) 797-3945.
Rick's House of Hope. Grief and trauma recovery groups for children
and youth who have suffered the loss of a loved one, whose parents are
going through a divorce or who have a loved one diagnosed with a mental
illness, 4867 Forest Grove Drive, Bettendorf. Camp Good Grief, a
week-long day camp for youth ages 5 and older who have experienced the
death of a loved one, will be July 24-28. Information: (563) 324-9580
or (563) 421-7970.
Regional Genetic Counseling Clinic. Genetic counseling for families
with birth defects or a genetic disorder, couples who have not been
able to achieve pregnancy or had multiple miscarriages, expectant
mothers over the age of 34, or members of an ethnic group at risk for
specific diseases. University of Iowa clinic held monthly at Genesis
Medical Center, East Rusholme Street, Davenport. Schedule appointments:
(800) 260-2065, at least 3 weeks in advance.
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