April Featured Events

April is All About Health Month. We've focused on increased activity, touched a bit on nutrition and now we're looking to round out the picture somewhat. All About Health can mean just about anything. A few of our Partners in Health are hosting Open Houses and Wellness Fairs so this is a great month to get better acquainted with the health-related services and resources located right here in the Greater Newport Area - more listed below. But don't forget to check out our Community Calendar for full info on all that's going on around us! You can also view our April E-Newsletter online here and sign up to receive future monthly E-Newsletters here. And, if you have a great idea for an event or service we should be promoting in May (Fabulous After Fifty month) - please contact us!

Healthy Newport April 2012 Featured Events

Flyers Around Town!

Look for April - All About Health flyers and posters available around town at our various Partners in Health or print some from here!

April 5th
(Thursday) 10am - 12:30pm

April 10th
(Tuesday) 8am - 4:30pm

April 10th
(Tuesday) 12-1:30pm

April 10th
(Tuesday) 6-8pm

April 12th
(Thursday) 5:30-7pm

April 13th 12-6pm

April 14th (Saturday)
10am - 2pm

April 17th (Tuesday)

April 17th
(Tuesday) 12-1:30pm

April 19th
(Thursday) 12-5:30pm

April 20th & 21st
(all day)

April 21st
(Saturday) 10am-12pm

April 24th
(Tuesday) 12-1:30pm

April 26th
(Thursday) 10am-12pm

April 26th
(Thursday) 5:30-7pm

April 28th
(Saturday) 9am-12pm

April 28th
(Saturday) 9:40am

April 28th
(Saturday) 10am-3pm

April 30th

14 Grain Bread Cooking Class at The Kitchen Shoppe taught by Sue Scobby. High in fiber and full of good nutrients, this is one of the healthiest breads you can make. This bread uses a sponge to help make the grains easier to digest. We will use the Bosch to do the kneading, but will also discuss how to do this bread by hand. Cost $5 (free if you bought a Bosch).

Open House at North East Tri County Health District. Free Tdap vaccinations for adults (as our state has been experiencing a rise in whooping cough). Staff will be on hand to answer immunization related questions (especially in relation to infants) as you enjoy free juice and cookies and learn about the many public health services available here in our community.

FREE Camas Path Behavioral Health Group Seminar & Discussion. Introductory Session. Led by Kelli George, MSW, LSWAIC/CDP, a Child/Adolescent Mental Health Therapist for Camas Path. Feel free to bring your lunch, there will be finger foods available. Held at the Kalispel Tribe Community Building. Everyone is welcome, these sessions are for self-help.

Town Hall Meeting to Reduce Youth Substance Abuse to be held at Stratton Elementary. The focus will be on alcohol and marijuana. Participants will receive FREE dinner and childcare (ages 3 and up) .

FREE Adult Nutrition / Food Preparation Class taught by WSU Extension Food $ense at Kalispel Tribe Community Building. Space is limited and fills quickly - please register in advance through WSU Extension at (509) 447-2401.

Community Blood Drive at Priest River Junior High School. Sign up at www.inbcsaves.org

Free Screening Clinic for Children sponsored by the North Spokane Shrine Club at Newport Community Hospital. Shriners Hospitals for Children - Spokane provides expert pediatric care in orthopaedics (bone, joint or muscle injuries or conditions).

FREE Open House at the Camas Center Clinic. The Camas Center Clinic is open to the general public for appointments. Light snacks will be provided. A complimentary day use pass will be given to all attendees, which can be used on 4/17 or for a future visit. Between 10:30am and 3pm, providers and staff will give various 1/2 hour presentations throughout the day on such topics as smoking cessation, women's health, health & wellness, oral health, chiropractic care and managing your cholesterol. Guided tours will be given between 12noon and 1pm. See poster at bottom of page for more info.

FREE Camas Path Behavioral Health Group Seminar & Discussion. "Self-Care" Session. Led by Kelli George, MSW, LSWAIC/CDP, a Child/Adolescent Mental Health Therapist for Camas Path. Feel free to bring your lunch, there will be finger foods available. Held at the Kalispel Tribe Community Building. Everyone is welcome, these sessions are for self-help.   See bottom of page.

Newport Community Blood Drive at United Church of Christ, 403 West 3rd. Sign up online at www.inbcsaves.org - sponsor code: NewportCommunity. Walk-ins welcome! Organized by Inland Northwest Blood Center.

Girl Power overnight camp for Middle School girls to work on self-confidence and healthy decision making. Workshops on nutrition, self-esteem, bullying, tobacco prevention, Yoga, Zumba and much more. Registration closed March 16, 2012.

Gluten Free Cooking Class at The Kitchen Shoppe taught by Grayce Wallace. Grayce has perfected gluten free cooking. Just because you need to switch to a gluten free diet, it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy great tasting food. You will learn to prepare a wonderful brown rice bread, crepes, healthy muffins, and brazilian cheese rolls (rumored to be amazing!). Cost $20.

FREE Camas Path Behavioral Health Group Seminar & Discussion. "Diabetes and Mood" Session. Led by Kelli George, MSW, LSWAIC/CDP, a Child/Adolescent Mental Health Therapist for Camas Path. Feel free to bring your lunch, there will be finger foods available. Held at the Kalispel Tribe Community Building. Everyone is welcome, these sessions are for self-help.

FREE Farmer's Market Style Distribution of Fresh Produce & Perishable Product to those in need. Sponsored by 2nd Harvest of the Inland Northwest and the local chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. One household pickup per recipient. Held at American Lutheran Church at 332801 S.R. Hwy 2.

FREE Adult Nutrition / Food Preparation Class taught by WSU Extension Food $ense at Kalispel Tribe Community Building. Space is limited and fills quickly - please register in advance through WSU Extension at (509) 447-2401.

11th Annual WSU PO County Master Gardeners' Plant Sale at Stratton Elementary School. Offered for purchase are a wide variety of annual and perennial vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, shrubs and trees, all grown or donated by area Master Gardeners.

Child Abuse Awareness Walk at Newport City Park.

Healthy Habits, Healthy Lives Wellness Fair at the Newport Hospital. Health-related booths and seminars from a variety of local providers and agencies. There will also be a receptacle for safely disposing of medication available in recognition of National Prescription Drug Take-Back day.

Last Day of Fit Together! Individual and Corporate/Group Challenges!

Other April 2012 Healthy Events, Classes & Activities**

As always, there are a bunch of other healthy events, classes and activities going on in the Newport area, such as exercise classes and swimming lessons at the Camas Center, exercise classes at Club Energy, dance and exercise classes at Anastasia's Spa & Salon and CREATE, gymnastics lessons at Score 10 Gymnastics, cooking classes at The Kitchen Shoppe, various support groups and more. Check our Healthy Newport Community Calendar for more!

**Please note that unless specifically listed as free for everyone, classes at Club Energy, the Camas Center, Score 10 Gymnastics, CCS Newport, CREATE, The Kitchen Shoppe, Anastasia's Spa & Salon and other community partners usually require advance payment via membership, guest pass, event registration or otherwise. Please check with the host organization for details.

Is our Healthy Newport Community Calendar missing something health & wellness related? Please Contact Us with the details and we'll get it posted for all to see!

April Health & Wellness Observances

Days

April 4th
National Walking Day
April 7th
World Health Day
Theme: "Good health adds life to years"
April 22nd
Earth Day
April 28th
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Weeks

April 2nd - 8th
National Public Health Week
April 21st-28th
National Infant Immunization Week

Month

Month of the Military Kid