Free Wellness Events

Winter Wellness

Wellness Walks

Winter is the perfect time to get outside and experience the healing powers of nature. Walking outdoors has benefits including reducing stress, enhancing the immune system and lifting spirits. Dress appropriately to enjoy an outdoor hike on the trails to benefit your head and heart.

• Where: Hawthorn Glen (Meet outside Nature Center)
• When: Feb. 22, Feb. 29, March 21, & March 28 (Saturdays) CANCELED
• Time: 11-11:45 a.m.

Beginner Yoga

Join us inside the Nature Center as we practice breathing techniques and move through a series of yoga poses that leave us feeling relaxed and refreshed this winter season! Class is geared towards all fitness levels! Bring your own exercise mat and water.

• Where: Hawthorn Glen (Meet in the Nature Center)
• When: March 4, March 11, March 18, & March 25 (Wednesdays) CANCELED​​​​​​​
• Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Spring Wellness

Wellness Walks with Coffee

This walking club begins with a walk and end with a coffee. Each week you will start at a different coffee shop, walk the distance listed, and end back at the coffee shop for a coffee. (Click the links below for directions to each cafe).

Weekly Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Sign up for each walk on our online registration portal here!

• Tuesday, April 21: Anodyne (3 miles)
• Tuesday, April 28: Valentine (3 miles)
• Tuesday, May 5: Rochambo (3.5 miles)
• Tuesday, May 12: Colectivo - Lakefront (3.5 miles)
• Tuesday, May 19: Fuel Cafe - Riverwest (3.5 miles)
• Tuesday, May 26: Stone Creek - Third Ward (4 miles)

Yoga

Release some stress in your life with the calming ritual of yoga. Yoga is a lifestyle incorporating natural exercise, diet, proper breathing, relaxation, and meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. Individuals with medical conditions should be cleared by a physician prior to participation. Bring your own exercise mat or purchase at site for $10.00.

Click the below links to register:

• Fridays, April 24 - May 29: Beulah Brinton (10:15-11:15 a.m.)
• Wednesdays, April 22 - May 13: Hawthorn Glen (5:30-6:30 p.m.)

Move in May – Health and Wellness Fair

Help us celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month by participating in our Move in May - Health and Wellness Fair! Fitness class demos, healthy snacks, and raffle prizes will be sure to give you some motivation to Move in May! Community resources and health education will be provided by local organizations.

• Date: Saturday, May 2
• Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Location: MacDowell Montessori (Enter Door no. 7 off south parking lot)

This event is FREE & open to all ages; no pre-registration necessary.