LIVING session) or March 10 and 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm. $30/ session; online registration available. INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Ste. 245. cherspokane.org (232-8145)
CHARITY
Be a Kid for the Kids
HEALTHY COOKING CLASS Monthly classes are taught by registered dietician Joan Milton and include recipes to take home with you. Offered on Feb. 12 and March 12 from 5:30-7 pm. $10; online registration available. INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Ste. 245. cherspokane.org (232-8145)
Tom Sherry and Joyce Cameron at last year’s Kids at Heart luncheon.
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he Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital in Spokane is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, a big milestone for the facility that was once just a dream of pediatric specialists across the Inland Northwest. To ensure the the hospital continues its mission of serving kids with special medical needs, the Providence Health Care Foundation began hosting its annual KIDS AT HEART charity luncheon eight years ago. Providence special events director Kathy Maurer says, “We want everyone who attends to tap into their inner ‘kid at heart’ while learning about the work the hospital does for the community. We’re gathered for a serious purpose, but the luncheon is all about having fun.” That fun comes in the form of kid-inspired group activities, table décor, games and prizes — even the menu centers around classic kid-favorite foods, Maurer says. Recipients of the Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital Advocates of the Year award also will be honored. Past honorees include the Rypien Foundation’s Mark Rypien and WSU Spokane Chancellor Lisa Brown, among others. Touching success stories of local children who’ve overcome illness through treatment at the hospital will be presented. Over the years, the Kids at Heart Luncheon has raised a cumulative $625,000 to support the hospital’s mission and continued expansion of pediatric services. The funds raised this year are designated to support pediatric cardiology care. In conjunction with that, the event’s keynote presenter is Dr. Neil Worrall, a pediatric cardiologist at the hospital. — CHEY SCOTT Kids at Heart • Tue, Feb. 25, 11:30 am • By donation, reservations requested • Spokane Convention Center • 334 W. Spokane Falls • kidsatheartcharitylunch.org • 474-2819
FEBRUARY-APRIL EVENTS BLOOD DONATION Give blood at the Inland Northwest Blood Center, which requires up to 200 donors each day to ensure the blood bank is adequately stocked. Donors can schedule an appointment online or donate during walk-in hours. Spokane office: Mon, Fri, Sat from 7 am-3 pm, Tue-Thu 11 am-6 pm. Coeur d’Alene office: Mon and Fri 7 am-3 pm, Tue-Thu 11 am-6 pm. inbcsaves.org (423-0151) UNION GOSPEL MISSION VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Learn about volunteer opportunities and services offered through the ministry at monthly orientations. Dates and times vary; orientations offered at both the Spokane UGM (1224 E. Trent Ave.) and the Center for Women & Children, (196 W. Haycraft Ave., CdA). Full
schedule online at uniongospelmission.org or call 208665-4673 (CdA) or 535-8510 (Spokane). DOG PEOPLE BLOOD DRIVE This event returns for its second year, offering dog owners the chance to see if their pet is eligible to donate blood to the Pet Emergency Clinic. Criteria for dogs: must be between 1-6 years, over 60 lbs. and in good health. Inland Northwest Blood Center is also on site accepting human blood donations. Feb. 8 from 1-5 pm. Lincoln Heights Veterinary Clinic, 2829 E. 27th Ave. lhvetclinic.com (535-3551) PRE-DIABETES CLASS This two-part class is designed for people who are at risk or have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, which affects more than 79 million Americans. Feb. 10 and 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm (one
GSI HEALTH CARE FORUM The 2014 event, hosted by Greater Spokane Inc. and the Spokane Journal of Business, is titled “The Affordable Care Act & Health Care Reform - What You Need to Know Now.” The forum is intended to engage the Spokane business community in a discussion about local employees’ health and wellness. Thurs, Feb. 13 from 7:30-9:30 am. $25-$30. Davenport Hotel, Grand Pennington Ballroom, 10 S. Post St. greaterspokane.org (624-1393) GO RED FOR WOMEN The local chapter of the American Heart Association hosts its annual fundraising and educational luncheon to raise awareness of heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in women. The event features a keynote speaker (TBA) and the option for participants to attend workshops. Wed, Feb. 19, at 10:30 am. Tickets $125/person. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. spokanegoredluncheon.org (536-1500) LUNCH & LEARN In conjunction with February being heart health month, INHS hosts a mid-day educational session on the most important things to remember about heart health. Thurs, Feb. 20 from noon-1 pm. Free, register online to reserve a spot. INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Ste. 245. cherspokane.org (232-8145) WOMEN’S CANCER SURVIVOR RETREAT This retreat for women who have or are experiencing cancer offers a weekend of bonding, reflection, sharing, presentations and more. Feb. 21-23. $195 (fee assistance available). The Franciscan Place, 1016 N. Superior St. sjfconline.org (483-6495) BABYSITTING BASICS This course is designed for youth ages 10-15 to prepare them to become successful babysitters, and includes instruction in infant care, CPR, discipline issues, safety and more. Feb. 22 from 9 am-2 pm. $40; online registration available. Providence Sacred Heart Hospital Auditorium, 20 W. Ninth Ave. cherspokane.org (232-8138) A NIGHT OF GLAM The Spokane Aids Network (SAN) hosts its 16th annual Oscar Night gala fundraiser, this year themed “Welcome to the Emerald City,” including dinner and an auction held throughout the evening. Sun, March 2 at 4:30 pm. Tickets $125/person. Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights. san-nw.org (455-8993) MOVIN’ & GROOVIN’ FAIR The Corbin Senior Center hosts a health and wellness fair, with blood glucose and cholesterol screenings, as well as information from local businesses and vendors including Avista and others. Sat, March 8 starting at 8 am. Free admission. Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. (327-1584)
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