Health

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Registration

American Red Cross CNA Program: The American Red Cross provides a 160 hour Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program to train participants to provide personal care to individuals in nursing homes, hospitals, or home care settings. Other components of this educational program include Adult CPR, First Aid, professional facilitators for a variety of related workshops, clinical experience at approved sites, and State Competency testing. For more info on up-coming programs, please call the American Red Cross at 603-352-3210.

Wed., September 25

Indoor Safe Walking Program: Year-round walking program at the Rec. Center between the hours of 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Mon.-Fri. $2.50 residents (ID card required); $10 non-residents. ID cards may be purchased at the during regular office hours, Mon.-Fri., from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Keene Parks & Recreation Dept., 312 Washington St., Keene, NH. For info, call 603-357-9829.

Yoga in Stoddard: An ongoing yoga class is being held in Stoddard, NH at the town hall on Wed. evening from 6-7:30 p.m. All levels welcome. For more info, call Josephine at 603-352-1684.

Chi Gong: Ancient Chinese method of movement and postures for health and well-being. Exercise differs from T’ai Chi in that it uses only the upper body. Informal class meets first, third and fourth Wed. at 7 p.m. Hastings House, Union St., Walpole, NH. For more info, call Jenny Polcari at 603-835-2376 or Ellen Miffitt at 603-756-3888.

STD Screening for Men and Women: For individuals who currently have symptoms or believe they have been exposed to a STD. 3-6 p.m. Walk-in or by appointment. Sliding scale fee; insurance accepted. Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, 29 Center St., Keene, NH. For more info, call 603-352-6898.

Anonymous Adult HIV/STI Testing: Confidential testing. 3-6 p.m. Walk-in or by appointment. Donations accepted on ability to pay. Planned Parenthood, 29 Center St., Keene, NH. For info, call Susan MacNeil , Regional Director, at 603-357-6855.

Weights are My Friend: Every Wed. with Pam from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Sept. 10-Jan. 15. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Empowerment for Self-reliant Living: Every Wed. with Richard, by Agency Referral, from 5:30-7 p.m. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Fitness Yoga: Every Wed. with Pam from noon-1 p.m., Sept. 4-Oct. 30. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Thurs., September 26

Yoga with Josephine: Thurs. from 7-8:30 p.m. and Fri. from 10-11:30 a.m. All levels welcome. Hastings House, Union St., Walpole, NH. Twelve week special for $100. For more info, call Josephine at 603-352-1684.

Muscle in Motion: Every Tues. or Thurs. with Pam from 5:30-6:30 p.m. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Pilates Workout: Every Tues. from 6:30-7:30 p.m. or Thurs. from noon-1 p.m. with Susan, thru Jan. 16. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Gentle Yoga: Every Thurs. with Gretchen from 5:30-6:45 p.m., Sept. 5-Jan. 16. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Intermediate Yoga: Every Thurs. with Gretchen from 7-8:15 p.m. or with Cindy from 5:30-7 p.m., Sept. 5-Jan. 16. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Multi-level Yoga: Every Thurs. with Cindy from 9-10:30 a.m., Sept. 5-Jan. 16. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Lunchtime Yoga - Intermediate/Moderate: Every Thurs. with Cindy from noon-1 p.m., Sept. 5-Jan. 16. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Beginner Yoga: Every Tues. with Josephine from 6:45-8 p.m., Sept. 10-Oct. 22 or every Thurs. with Cindy from 7:15-8:30 p.m.; Sept. 5-Oct. 31. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Fri., September 27

STD Screening for Teens: For individuals who currently have symptoms or believe they have been exposed to a STD. 3-5 p.m. Walk-in or by appointment. Sliding scale fee; insurance accepted. Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, 29 Center St., Keene, NH. For more info, call 603-352-6898.

Anonymous Teen HIV/STI Testing: Confidential testing. 3-6 p.m. Walk-in or by appointment. Donation accepted on ability to pay. Planned Parenthood, 29 Center St., Keene, NH. For info, call Susan MacNeil , Regional Director, at 603-357-6855.

Fabulous Fitness Cardio & Weights: Every Fri. with Pam from 9:30-10:30 a.m. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Women’s Wellness Weekend: Treat yourself to a weekend where you’re encouraged to “unplug,” make time for yourself, try new hobbies and move at your own pace. Come renew yourself in spirit, mind and body. Sept. 27-29 at Camp Takodah, Richmond, NH. For more info, fees and what to bring, contact the Cheshire County YMCA, Attn: Women’s Wellness Weekend, P.O. Box 647, Keene, NH 03431 or call 603-352-0447.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Yoga with Josephine: See Sept. 26 listing.

Sat., September 28

Sivananda Yoga: Every Sat. with Taialofa from 9-10:30 a.m., Sept. 7-Jan. 18. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Women’s Wellness Weekend: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sun., September 29

T’ai Chi Simplified Yang Form - Adv. Beginners: Every Sun. with Daniel from 11 a.m.-noon, Sept. 8-Jan. 19. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

T’ai Chi Simplified Yang Form - Beginners: Every Sun. with Daniel from 11 a.m.-noon, Sept. 8-Nov. 3. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Women’s Wellness Weekend: See Sept. 27 listing.

Mon., September 30

Yoga for Farmers and Gardeners — Shouldering the Burden Gracefully (Ages 13 & up): Quickly increase your strength and flexibility, ease your physical labors, and generate deep peace, and relaxation, by applying universal principles of alignment through yoga postures. Come feed your body and soul in anticipation of a bumper crop all season long! Seriously playful yoga instructor Dave Jacke welcomes beginners as well as more experienced students. Every other Mon. at 3:30-5:30 p.m. Limit: 25. Registration required. $15/class non-members; $12/class members. Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Rd., Keene, NH. For more info, call 603-357-7278.

Drugs and Behavior: Examines the psychological and biologic impact of drugs including stimulants, depressant, hallucinogens, and others. Meets Mon., Aug. 26-Dec. 9, from 6:30-9:20 p.m. For more info or to register, contact the Keene State Continuing Education Office at 603-358-2290 or 800-KSC-1909, mailto: [email protected], or visit website: http://www.keene.edu/conted.

Morning Yoga - Moderate: Every Mon. with Josephine from 9:30-11 a.m., Sept. 9-Jan. 20. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Yoga for Lunch - Vigorous: Every Mon. with Josephine from noon-1 p.m., Sept. 9-Jan. 20. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Relax/Refresh Yoga - Moderate: Every Mon. with Josephine from 3:45-5 p.m., Sept. 9-Jan. 20. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Yoga Workout: Every Mon. with Josephine from 5:30-7 p.m., Sept. 9-Jan. 20. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Gentle Candlelight Yoga: Every Mon. with Josephine from 7:15-8:30 p.m., Sept. 9-Jan. 20. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Tues., October 1

Psychology of Sport and Exercise: Examines the influences of personality and social factors on behavior in a variety of sport, recreation, and exercise environments. Three-credit course meets Tues., Aug. 27-Dec. 10, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. For more info or to register, contact the Keene State Continuing Education Office at 603-358-2290 or 800-KSC-1909, mailto: [email protected], or visit website: http://www.keene.edu/conted.

“Hot” Yoga - Vigorous: Every Tues. with Josephine from 5-6:15 p.m., Sept. 10-Dec. 1 No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Essential Pilates: Every Tues. with Susan from 7:30-8:30 p.m., Sept. 10-Jan. 15. No classes Nov. 27-30 and Dec. 22-Jan. 2. The Moving Company, 76 Railroad St., Keene, NH. For more info, rates or to register, call 603-357-2100 or visit website: http://www.moco.org.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Muscle in Motion: See Sept. 26 listing.

Pilates Workout: See Sept. 26 listing, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Beginner Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Wed., October 2

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Yoga in Stoddard: See Sept. 25 listing.

Chi Gong: See Sept. 25 listing.

STD Screening for Men and Women: See Sept. 25 listing.

Anonymous Adult HIV/STI Testing: See Sept. 25 listing.

Weights are My Friend: See Sept. 25 listing.

Empowerment for Self-reliant Living: See Sept. 25 listing.

Fitness Yoga: See Sept. 25 listing.

Thurs., October 3

Ostomy Support Group: Meets the 1st Thurs. of the month, from 7-8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock-Keene. For more info, call Kitty Doty at 603-354-5454, ext. 6631 or Lois Kitz at 603-354-5454, ext. 2964.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Yoga with Josephine: See Sept. 26 listing.

Muscle in Motion: See Sept. 26 listing.

Pilates Workout: See Sept. 26 listing, noon-1 p.m.

Gentle Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Intermediate Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Multi-level Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Lunchtime Yoga - Intermediate/Moderate: See Sept. 26 listing.

Beginner Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Fri., October 4

Introduction to Eastern Healing Practices: Examines Eastern views of energy, the energy body, charkas, meridians, and other subtle energy structures that form the basis for acupuncture, tai chi, ayurveda, and other practices. This one-credit course meets, Oct. 4 from 5-9:30 p.m. and Oct. 5 from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. For more info or to register, contact the Keene State Continuing Education Office at 603-358-2290 or 800-KSC-1909, mailto: [email protected], or visit website: http://www.keene.edu/conted.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Yoga with Josephine: See Sept. 26 listing.

STD Screening for Teens: See Sept. 27 listing.

Anonymous Teen HIV/STI Testing: See Sept. 27 listing.

Fabulous Fitness Cardio & Weights: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sat., October 5

Sivananda Yoga: See Sept. 28 listing.

Introduction to Eastern Healing Practices: See Oct. 4 listing.

Sun., October 6

T’ai Chi Simplified Yang Form - Adv. Beginners: See Sept. 29 listing.

T’ai Chi Simplified Yang Form - Beginners: See Sept. 29 listing.

Mon., October 7

Chronic Pain Support Group: Meets the 1st Mon. of the month from 4-5 p.m. Sponsored by the Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock-Keene. For more info, call Brenda Murdough at 603-354-5454, ext. 2874.

Lymphedema Support Group: Meets the 1st Mon. of the month from 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock-Keene. For more info, call Bethanie Lovett at 603-354-6630.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Drugs and Behavior: See Sept. 30 listing.

Morning Yoga - Moderate: See Sept. 30 listing.

Yoga for Lunch - Vigorous: See Sept. 30 listing.

Relax/Refresh Yoga - Moderate: See Sept. 30 listing.

Yoga Workout: See Sept. 30 listing.

Gentle Candlelight Yoga: See Sept. 30 listing.

Tues., October 8

Miscarriage Support Group: Meets the 2nd Tues. of the month, from noon-1 p.m. Sponsored by the Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock-Keene. For more info, call Education, Training, and Development at 603-354-5454, ext. 2410.

Monadnock Parkinson’s Support Group: For people with Parkinson’s Disease, caregivers, family and friends. 2-4 p.m., 1st Tues. of each month. Unitarian Universalist Church, Washington St., Keene, NH. For more info, call 603-358-9814.

Indoor Safe Walking Program: See Sept. 25 listing.

Muscle in Motion: See Sept. 26 listing.

Pilates Workout: See Sept. 26 listing, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Beginner Yoga: See Sept. 26 listing.

Psychology of Sport and Exercise: See Oct. 1 listing.

“Hot” Yoga - Vigorous: See Oct. 1 listing.

Essential Pilates: See Oct. 1 listing.