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Sunday Brunch: Balance Your Body and SoulStress Reduction Strategies Part II1 p.m. • Sunday, Aug. 19 ($5 per individual)Stress is a part of life and so is the need for propercoping strategies. Discover natural ways for dealingwith stress and how to spiritually, mentally, physicallyand emotionally enrich your being. Gain knowledgethat can help you reach your inner peace. Brunch byBravo will be provided. Registration is required;however, seating is first-come basis.

Gluten Free Cooking Demonstration6 p.m. • Monday, Aug. 20 ($5 per individual)A gluten-free diet is one that excludes foods containingthe protein gluten, which is found in wheat, barely, ryeand some food additives. Of all digestive healthproblems, gluten intolerance can be the mostchallenging. If you are new to gluten-free cooking orinterested in discovering tips or recipes join ChefKathryn Davis for a fun-filled evening. Tasty sampleswill be provided.

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Medication Adherence: Why is Taking My Medication Important?11:30 a.m. • Thursday, Aug. 23 A pharmacist from Carolinas MedicalCenter-University will discuss the importance ofmedication adherence and its role in achievingpositive health outcomes. A “brown bag” session willfollow, so bring your supplements, vitamins,prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Brunch With a Physician: Tremor Treatment11 a.m. • Saturday, Aug.25A tremor is an involuntary muscle contraction andrelaxation of one or more body parts, also known astwitching. It is the most common of all involuntarymovements and can affect the hands, arms, eyes, face,head, vocal folds and legs. Is your tremor getting inthe way of things you enjoy? Danielle Englert, MD,from the Center for Parkinson’s Disease andMovement Disorders and the Department ofNeurology at Carolinas Medical Center, will help youunderstand advances in the diagnosis and treatmentof tremors; selection criteria for Deep BrainStimulation Therapy (DBS), an FDA-approvedtreatment for tremors; risks and benefits of DBStherapy and how it has helped people achieve dailyvictories. Registration is required.

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Self Defense for Women10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Saturday, Aug.11 Personal safety is about learning to decrease yourrisks and increase your options if assaulted.Join martial arts-trained instructors to learn basicself defense techniques all women can use.These effective, valuable self-defense techniquescould save your life.

Simple Steps to Lower Cholesterol andAvoid Heart DiseaseNoon • Monday, Aug. 13Do you have high cholesterol? Then you know youneed to change your diet and lifestyle to lowercholesterol and your risk for heart disease. Join aregistered nurse for a review of what yourcholesterol numbers should be and simple tips tokeep your levels in check.

Understanding Foot Detox10 a.m. • Friday, Aug. 17 ($15 per person)Join Simone Watson from All 4 Your BodyWellness Day Spa for a foot detox session. Footdetoxification can remove toxins from your bodythrough the sweat glands in your feet. Benefitsinclude increased energy, improved circulation andmore. Class is limited to three participants every 30minutes until 2 p.m. Registration is required.

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Lupus Support Group: You Are Not Alone6:30 p.m. • Second Thursday of Each MonthEven those dealing with this chronic condition on adaily basis have questions. What is lupus? Why me?How can I help others understand what I am goingthrough? Whether you are living with lupus or knowsomeone who is, this group is for you. Come to learn,share…or just listen. Friends and family are alwayswelcome. After all, it is support from those we careabout that means the most. Group is led by a trainedprofessional. Visit www.lupuslinks.org for moreinformation.

La Leche League of North CarolinaBreastfeeding Support Group (North Charlotte)Third Wednesday of Each Month Learn more about breastfeeding and meet otherbreastfeeding mothers. Meetings are informal and opento pregnant women, mothers, babies and children.

Mother’s Support Group: Building YourRelationship With an Intimacy Coach6p.m. • Monday, Aug. 6 (First Monday of Each Month)Do you have questions about intimacy andmaintaining “couplehood” after becoming a mom? Or perhaps you have questions from the man'sperspective. If so, join us for a question and answersession with an intimacy coach for a discussion onrelationship building with your partner after childbirth

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Subtle Yoga™ 10 a.m. • Mondays and Thursdays6:30 p.m. •Wednesdays ($10 drop-in)Subtle Yoga™ is for EVERYONE! It is balancing,therapeutic and feels so good! Enjoy a body that is moretoned and strong, a mind that is clear and relaxed, andemotions that are balanced and uplifted. Classes areALL LEVELS; no experience required.

Tai Chi for the Mind, Body and Soul10 a.m. • Every Tuesday ($10 per class or $56 for seven classes)Tai Chi for health uses agile stepping and gentle, flowingmovements to provide fitness and moving meditation.Sun Style is one of the four most practiced Tai Chiforms and is recognized by the Arthritis Foundation toimprove balance and coordination, breathing capacityand reduce stress both physically and mentally.

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Mall Walkers Breakfast Club: Living Healthy With Chair Exercise 8a.m. • Wednesday, Aug. 1Sit and be fit! Chair exercise routines are designed tostrengthen your muscles and improve range of motion inyour joints while seated. They can also help stabilize yourspine and improve circulation in your body. Bring yourhand weights if you have them (less than five pounds) andjoin Joseph Major, Director of Health and Wellness atMcCrorey Family YMCA, for an interactive session onexercising from your chair. Meets in the Food Court UpperLevel. Free breakfast provided. No registration required.

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Baby’s First Massage10a.m. • Wednesday, Aug. 1, 8, 15 and 22($20 includes 4 sessions)Infant massage is an expression of love for your babythrough your nurturing touch. Massage helps yourbaby relax, sleep better and grow emotionally andphysically. Join us when your baby is betweennewborn and four months of age to learn the art ofinfant massage. Family members are also welcome.

Keeping Your Newborn Healthy in the First 28 Days1 p.m. • Wednesday, Aug. 8 and 22 The first few days with a newborn can beintimidating for a new parent, caregiver orgrandparent. That’s why we have designed a class tocalm your anxieties as you get to know your baby.Information on signs and symptoms related tofeedings, sleep patterns, fevers, rashes, commonillnesses and caring for a sick baby will be provided. Registration is required; however, seating is first-comebasis.

Good Grief!11:30 a.m. • Friday, Aug. 10Grief can occur in many forms…from the loss of aloved one, or job, to a life transition and extremestress. Join Jim Cooper, LCSW, from Hospice andPalliative Care Charlotte Region on a journey toexplore physical, emotional and spiritual response toloss. Discussion will also focus on ways we can honorour emotions and manage our journey through grief.

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Call 704-494-2237 to register for upcoming programs or for more information. All programs are held at LiveWELL Carolinas!, located at

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