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The Tampa Tribune

Published: January 3, 2009

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: An informational class about weight management programs will be held at 2 and 7:25 p.m. Tuesday at 3819 Henderson Blvd., Tampa. The program is based on an index of body composition, fat loss and metabolism. Reservations needed; call (813) 282-1999.

ADDICTION WORKSHOP: The Centre for Women, 305 S. Hyde Ave., Tampa, will have a workshop for families affected by addiction from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Participants will discuss educational information on addiction and coping skills. Free; reservations required. Call (813) 251-8437 between 1 and 4:30 p.m. weekdays.

HEALTHY HEART: Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital, 1395 S. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs, is conducting a Healthy Heart Day Expo from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday. Available screenings include blood pressure, cholesterol, peripheral artery disease, EKG, body fat, blood sugar and bone density. Cost $15. Reservations and an appointment are required. Call (727) 943-3600 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GRAND OPENINGS: Two new Stroller Strides locations will celebrate grand openings. Stroller Strides Flatwoods Park in Wesley Chapel will open at 9 a.m. Friday with a free class for mom and baby at the entrance to the park. Other perks will be available at 10 a.m. A similar event will be held at Stroller Strides in Hyde Park Village in Tampa at 10 a.m. Jan. 10 in the center square at the main fountain. Call (813) 952-7277.

OPEN HOUSE: First Baptist Church of Brandon, 216 N. Parsons Ave., will hold an open house of its Ministry and Activities Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 10. The facility features a coed fitness area with cardio and strength training equipment, an aerobics room, two full-size basketball courts and an indoor walking track. Open house events include health and fitness assessments from 9 to 11 a.m., an aerobics sampler from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and a volleyball game from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call (813) 315-3280 or go to www.fbcbrandon.org.

WALKING TOUR: Enjoy a free guided tour of the Tampa Riverwalk on Jan. 10 and Jan. 24. Walkers will gather at the pier at Cotanchobee/Fort Brooke Park between 9:45 and 10 a.m. For information, e-mail info@friendsofthe riverwalk.com.

CORE HEALTH: Ed Carlson will present innovative ideas to expand the body's innate core health, including positive energy, from 1 to 2:20 p.m. Jan. 10 at Jimmie Keel Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa. The seminar is free. Go to www.CoreHealth.us for Core Health information. For seminar information, call (813) 962-4293.

OPEN HOUSE: Jazzercise locations at 1287 Kass Circle, Spring Hill, and 422 S. Broad St., Brooksville, will have an open house the week of Jan. 12. One free workout will be offered to everyone. For class times and other information, call (352) 442-8595 or (352) 796-4796.

THINK SMALLER: A clinical neuropsychologist will present "A New Solution to New Year's Resolutions: Think Smaller!" at noon Jan. 14 at Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay, 12951 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa.

HEART SYMPOSIUM: The Hearts for a Cure symposium featuring David Vesely, M.D., Ph.D., will be held at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at 720 Village Circle, Tampa. Registration is required; call (813) 719-8616, fax (813) 719-8616 or e-mail edie.rase@comcast.net.

HELP FOR KIDS WHO STUTTER: The University of South Florida is hosting "Youth Day for Kids Who Stutter" from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 17. Sponsored by USF's Speech-Language Pathology Program, the event will bring together kids who stutter and boost their confidence through self-help activities. Parents and speech clinicians from the school systems will also attend.

Cost is $10 for parents and children and $15 for speech and language students. A pizza lunch will be served for $3. Limited scholarships are available for those with financial needs.

Go to www.nsastutter.org, call (813) 974-6190 or e-mail nmaxfiel @cas.usf.edu to register and for location and directions.

ANGER MANAGEMENT: Family Service Association-Brandon, 407 N. Parsons Ave., Suite 104A, Brandon, will offer a five-week Anger Management workshop beginning Jan. 21. Classes will meet from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

The class is court-approved. Cost is $40. Call (813) 571-1684 between 1 and 4:30 p.m. weekdays.

SENIOR HEALTH: Wesley Chapel Church of the Nazarene, 34106 State Road 54, offers "Senior Health Chats" on a variety of health-related topics from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 31. Call (813) 780-7600.

GROUP WALK/RUN: The Take ... The First Step Club at Citrus Park Plaza offers a group walk/run for all levels at 7 a.m. Saturdays. Various distances and ability levels are accommodated. The walk/run is on the Upper Tampa Bay Trail. No cost is involved. For information, call (813) 385-9715, e-mail TTFSgroupruns@verizonnet or go to www.TheFirstStepPrograms.com.

WALKING CLUB: Happy 2 b Walking Club is looking for new members for workouts in the Brooksville area. The group uses Exerstrider walking poles that strengthen and condition muscles and improve balance and posture. Visit happywalker.wordpress.com or e-mail happy2bwalking@yahoo.com.

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