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#MarchIntoHealth • Activate Elgin’s March into Health 2019 #ActivateElgin #MarchIntoHealth • Activate Elgin’s March into Health 2019 #ActivateElgin #MarchIntoHealth #ActivateElgin #ActivateElgin Chamber Music on the Fox Dancing Animals Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Saturday, March 2 • 10:30 am – Noon All ages. Join us for a morning of music and movement featuring Camille Saint-Saens’ delightful suite, “The Carnival of the Animals." Cellist Sara Sitzer and french hornist Kelly Langenberg of Chamber Music on the Fox will explore musical concepts of rhythm, form, and sound production, and Dr. Kelly Stokes of the Salt Creek Ballet will teach participants a dance to accompany the live music. chambermusiconthefox.org Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. ZUMBA at Taylor Family YMCA 50 N. McLean Blvd., Elgin 60123 Mondays and Wednesdays in March 6:30 – 7:30 pm Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms for a calorie-burning, heart-racing, musclepumping and body-energizing class. You can burn between 500-1000 calories per class! taylorymca.org Healthy Travels Lunch & Learn Senior Services Associates, Inc. 205 Fulton St., Elgin 60120 Monday, March 4 • 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Calling all seniors! Join us on a journey to discover healthy lifestyles from around the world with a Fit & Strong program with Senior Services' Minnie Vasquez and Gail Borden's Tales and Travel program. Free, healthy lunch provided. seniorservicesassoc.org Please register: 847-741-0404. Zumba at Epic Air Trampoline Park 1675 N. Lancaster Rd., South Elgin 60177 Wednesday, March 6 • 6:30 – 7:30 pm All ages.Join us for a heart-pumping Zumba class. Free of charge. EpicAirPark.com Please register: www.epicairpark.com/zumba Preschool Healthy Storytime & Craft Greater Elgin Family Care Center 373 Summit St., Elgin 60120 Thursday, March 7 • 2 – 3 pm Preschoolers with a caregiver. Enjoy a healthy storytime with a Gail Borden Public Library ReaderShip storyteller followed by a craft. gefcc.org Spring Cleaning Your Pantry: Food Safety AMITA Health N.E.W. You Center 77 N. Airlite St., Elgin 60123 Thursday, March 7 • 5:30 – 6:30 pm Shake off the cobwebs of winter! Spring is the ideal time to give your kitchen a healthy remodel beginning with your fridge and pantry. Please register: Call 847-622-2080 or email debra.perez@AMITAhealth.org presencehealth.org/ presence-saint-joseph-hospital-elgin Conservation @ Home: Kick Start your Garden! Rolling Knolls - 11N260 Rohrssen Road, Elgin Sunday, March 10 • 11 am – 1:30 pm Learn how to create a sustainable garden using conservation practices and talk to local organizations about native landscaping and gardening. www.fpdcc.com For tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/conservation-homekick-start-your-garden-tickets-51555991358 Dairies to Prairies Film and Discussion Gail Borden Public Main Library Elgin Room 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Monday, March 11 • 7 – 8:30 pm View this feature-length documentary telling a nearly forgotten story about Elgin's first wealth, the dairy industry, and how land use and agriculture are changing rapidly in Kane County. This documentary film is created by The Elgin History Museum and Grindstone Productions in combination with a traveling exhibit; the exhibit will not be present at this showing. sharedharvest.coop • elginhistory.org Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. Growing with Farmer Pam Gail Borden Public Library South Elgin Branch 127 S. McLean Blvd., South Elgin 60177 Monday, March 11 • 10 am – Noon Show kids where food comes from, and learn how to grow it yourself with easy-to-follow demonstration of how to plant various seeds. Kids will get to keep their seed pots. Sharedharvest.coop Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. Elgin Alive Murky Waters: Understanding Drinking Water Issues in Our Region Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Tuesday, March 12 • 7 – 8:30 pm We turn on faucets dozens of times a day without pausing to consider the questions that millions of people around the world worry about: Do we have enough? Is it clean? Will it endure? Learn about the current state and issues concerning our future regional and local drinking water supply from a panel of experts in water resource management. elgin-ecn.org Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. Partner: Elgin Community Network. 270 Teens: Sushi Demo and Tasting with Chef Doug Gail Borden Public Main Library Studio 270 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Wednesday, March 13 • 5 – 6 pm Grades 9-12. Learn how to roll your own sushi with Master Chef Doug Yeomans of Tarragon Catering. tarragoncatering.vpweb.com Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. March into Health 2019 Latin Dancing Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Wednesday, March 13 • 6 – 7 pm Stay healthy, stay in shape and come dance! Learn and practice salsa and bachata dance moves with dance instructor Elizabeth Sotelo. In English and Spanish. Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. Healthy Living: Small Business EXPO & Preschool Story Time Elgin Community College Building B 1700 Spartan Dr., Elgin 60123 Thursday, March 14 • 10 am – 1 pm Spring into a healthier, happier life! Visit informational tables and listen to keynote speakers to create healthy habits. Healthy toddlers story hour. elgin.edu Kickin' Asthma Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Thursday, March 14 6 – 7 pm English 7 – 8 pm En Español Asthma is the most common chronic disorder in childhood. This session will teach you about the causes of youth asthma, its symptoms and triggers, proper use of medications, and asthma support for proper management. Refreshments, prizes and giveaways. Hosted by: The Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation. Sponsored by: The Hoffman Estates Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. cdryouthasthma.org • hoffman-estates-links.org Rx Nutrition: Let Food Be Thy Medicine Elgin Community College Spartan Terrace Restaurant Room 100 1700 Spartan Dr., Elgin 60123 Saturday, March 16 • 8 am – Noon Learn how to eliminate processed foods and fast foods from our SAD (Standard American Diet) and replace them with whole foods while on a budget. Hear the latest scientific data and watch a healthy food demo by an awardwinning nutritionist. Sponsors: CHEF (Community Harvest Educational Foundation) & Elgin Community College Please register: Call: 847-888-1844 or email chefillinois@ gmail.com.
#HealthyMe Interactive Annual Family Festival Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Saturday, March 16 • 2 – 4 pm #HealthyMe is a showcase event for youth and their families highlighting the importance of physical activity, healthy eating, and child safety. Attendees will find a variety of information and resources from vendors and live demonstrations on topics important for families. hoffman-estates-links.org Sponsors: The Hoffman Estates (IL) Chapter of The Links, Inc., Gail Borden Public Library and Create, Innovate, IGNITE! Judson Community Health & Wellness Fair Judson University Lindner Fitness Center 1151 N. State St., Elgin 60120 Tuesday, March 19 • 11 am – 1 pm This program invites the community to enter into a time of focused health and wellness through exhibits, guest presentations, stories, raffles and fun. Enjoy the intergenerational experience with vendors and local agencies. judsonu.edu Curves Open House 359 S. Randall Rd., Elgin 60123 Tuesday, March 19 • 3 – 6 pm Drop in for a free strength-training workout, healthy refreshments and information about the benefits of exercise, especially for women! curves.com Healthy Lifestyle Open Door Health Center 1665 Larkin Ave., Elgin 60123 Tuesday, March 19 • 5:30 – 7 pm Adults. Learn tips and techniques that you can use for mental health self-care. This session will address sexual health wellbeing. A light dinner will be served and goody bag will be given. odhcil.org Plant-Based Eating in a Carnivore World AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital Diabetes Classroom-Outpatient Entrance 2 Wednesday, March 20 • 4:30 – 6:30 pm Plant-based eating is gaining popularity and it can impact your health. Learn how to ease into this healthier and flexible style and drop the "all or nothing" approach. Take home tasty recipes to start your new routine. presencehealth.org/presence-saint-josephhospital-elgin Please register: Email Susan.Peterson@AMITAhealth.org NS =No School Day Elgin Mayor Dave Kaptain is challenging all Elginites to get out and walk to improve their health and their neighborhood. Full Moon Ride: Elgin Bike Hub Meet at Advocate Park 179 E. Chicago St., Elgin 60120 Wednesday, March 20 • 9 – 10:30 pm It's the monthly Elgin full moon ride. Join us for this social, moderately-paced night ride for a few miles throughout the core neighborhoods of Elgin. elginbikehub.com Reminder: Illinois State law requires bike riders to have a clear light on the front and a red reflector or a red light on the back for night time riding. That would be the minimum attempt for safety, so let's all be easy to see on the street. Soccer and A Snack Eastside Recreation Center 1080 E. Chicago St., Elgin 60120 Friday, March 22 • 3 – 5 pm Ages 5-13. Play on the indoor soccer field and learn how to prepare your own healthy snacks. Please inform us of any food allergies at time of registration. cityofelgin.org/1161/Eastside- Recreation-Center-ERC Presented in partnership with the Eastside Recreation Center, AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital and the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Registration deadline is March 20. Call 847-531-7048 or email suffredin_c@cityofelgin.org to register. YMCA Stress & Wellness Workshop Gail Borden Public Main Library Elgin Room 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Saturday, March 23 • 2 – 4 pm Discover stress management and wellness tips to keep you happy and healthy this season. Presenter: Kelly Wemken, Community Wellness Coordinator with the Taylor Family YMCA. taylorymca.org Elgin Bike Ride: Elgin Bike Hub Meet at Festival Park, Elgin 60120 Sunday, March 24 • 2 – 4 pm Friendly for ages 8-80. Explore Elgin by bike and get to know your city and your neighbors! We'll ride low-stress routes for 3-5 miles. We will be using a mix of off-street and on-street routes. Each rider will be responsible for his/ her own behavior as a street user. We will try to provide helpful guidance and leadership as we ride. elginbikehub.com 2019 Mayor's Community Walk Challenge Look for details for the Mayor’s 2019 Walking Challenge June 1 - June 30 at www.activateelgin.org or on the Activate Elgin Facebook page. March into Health 2019 Spring Breakout Adventures NS Rolling Knolls 11N260 Rohrssen Rd., Elgin, 60120 Tuesday, March 26 • 10 am – 1 pm All ages. Calling all families, friends, schools and youth organizations! Break out from the winter cold and join us during your Spring Break. Explore all that this unique 56-acre preserve has to offer, including archery, biodiversity exploration, guided hikes, fishing and orienteering. You can also master your Frisbee technique with our 18-hole disc golf course. All equipment provided. fpdcc.com/event Registration required for groups of 20 or more. Duke Otherwise NS Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Wednesday, March 27 • 2 – 3 pm Skilled guitarist and captivating tap-dancer, Duke Otherwise delights all ages with hilarious songs and an array of tunes. Please register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. BTS Sing-Along Dance Party NS Gail Borden Public Main Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin 60120 Thursday, March 28 • 4:30 – 6 pm Grades 6-12. BTS fans — you're invited to a party! Sing and dance along to your favorite songs. CHEF Seminars Gail Borden Rakow Branch • 2751 W. Bowes Rd., Elgin 60124 Saturday, March 30 10 am Buying Healthy Food on a Budget Seminar by Chef Annette Licitra, Integrative Health Coach 11 am Preparing Healthy & Fun Snacks Demo by Chefs Dalila Gonzalez and Noon Ryan Waesche Chair Yoga for All Ages Led by Yoga Master Boontiva Truong-Quang Explore the connection between eating healthy food, exercising and how to do it on a budget. For those attending all 3 sessions: receive a free acupressure Yoga mat (value $50). Attendees must be at least 12 years old. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. chefillinois.org Sponsors: CHEF (Community Harvest Educational Foundation) Registration is required for each session; each class is limited to 15 people. Register: Online at gailborden.info/register, over the phone at 847-429-4597 or in person. Kane County 1 Billion Steps Challenge The Kane County Community Health Improvement Action Team is getting Kane County active! Join us to help Kane County reach 1 Billion Steps. Kane Health Counts Steps: bit.ly/2Q8Is2Z or www.kanehealthcounts.org. #ActivateElgin #MarchIntoHealth • Activate Elgin’s March into Health 2019 #ActivateElgin #MarchIntoHealth • Activate Elgin’s March into Health 2019 #ActivateElgin #MarchIntoHealth #ActivateElgin
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