Winter Programming 2012

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions in Arabic
A 6 week series helps people to better manage their symptoms and their daily life.  For registration call  613-233-4443 extension 2148
When: Mondays, February 6 to March 12, 2012 , 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Beginner Tai Chi - 8 week program
Learn the basic movements in Chen style Tai Chi. Gentle movements that build strength, balance and relaxation. Maximum 12 participants. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2104.
When: Mondays, January 16 to March 12, 2012 (no class on Family Day), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Meditation & Movement
Breathing, gentle yoga and meditation help to calm the mind and relax the body.  Beginners welcome at any session.
When: Wednesdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2 and 9, 2012 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Pregnancy Circle
Meet with other pregnant women and a Ottawa Public Health Nurse to learn about pregnancy, giving birth, breastfeeding, baby care, parenting and community resources. This program is offered in Partnership with Ottawa Public Health. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2144
When: Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21, 28 and March 6 and 13, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Stand Up for Falls Prevention
A group exercise program for older adults to get strong and maintain balance. Information sessions on how to avoid falls. Pre and Post strength and balance assessments.  For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2104.
When: Tuesday and Friday mornings, March 27 to May 1, 2012.

Craft Group
Learn a new craft, make gifts and meet people in your community. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2200
When: Tuesday afternoon Feb. 14, 2012, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Healthy Eating and Physical Activity for Isolated Seniors
New! Monthly afternoon programming in Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese for seniors 60+ who are living with chronic disease.  For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2148
When: Fridays, - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Anger Answers for Children
If you have a child between the ages of 2 and 6, and you're at a loss as to how to handle his or her anger, this workshop is for you.  You'll learn how to better understand where their anger is coming from, and how to help your child express themselves more effectively. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2202
When: Tuesday March 27, 2012 - 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Family Board Game Day!
Beat the winter blues!  Join us for an afternoon of playing board games!  The board games are for families with children ages 4 and older. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2201
When: Wednesday March 14, 2012 - 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

Kids Have Stress Too!
this workshop is for parents with children 3 to 6 years of age.  Join us to talk about how we can help our children to better manage their stress.  For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2200
When:  March 19, 26 and April 2, 2012 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Make Your Own Baby Food
Make nutritious, tasty and affordable foods for your baby. for registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2198
When: January 27, 2012 - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Back to Basics Cooking Classes
Learn some new recipes; join other friendly people to plan, cook and eat together.  For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2198
Sessions: Mondays January 16, 23, 30a nd February 6, 13 and 27, 2012 – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Cooking Classes Celebrating Chinese New Year!
Everybody is invited to jin in the Celebration!  Come and taste some of the foods cooked during a traditional Chinese New Year. for registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2198
When: Monday January 30th, 2012 - 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cooking Classes Making Sushi
Everybody is invited to join in making some healthy sushi rolls. come learn why this Japanese food has become so popular. For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2198
When: Tuesday February 13, 2012 - 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Coping with Stress
A 4 week program that introduces people to short meditation, mindfulness and relaxation tools to help quiet the mind and bring balance.  For registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2194
When: March / April , 2012 

Fun with Food and fitness
A 7 week series to build physical activity and healthy eating into your life.  Fun, gentle exercieses, outdoor walking, cooking.  Pre and post fitness assessments.  Open to people who live or work in Centretown, the Glebe and Old Ottawa South.   for registration call 613-233-4443 ext. 2104
When: Tuesdays January 24 - March 6, 2012 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Grocery Store Tours
Come learn the healthier options in different food categories and learn what to look for when reading food lables.  for registration call  613-233-4443 ext. 2198
When:  Thursday February 9, 2012 1:00 to 2:00 pm.m and March 22, 2012 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.