The world can be a scary place, especially when you are poor and have no health insurance. But an intrepid network of providers work to make it less scary (and more healthy) every day. Rediscover your faith in humanity with live, true stories about making health happen in our own community. Storytellers come from the Primary Care Coalition’s network of staff, health care providers, and – most importantly – patients. The best part? You’re supporting health care too, just by…

The hammock is an excellent tool to take you from feeling sluggish to fit in a fun and efficient way! This 6-week series will introduce movements that will ignite your core strength using 5 of the fundamental wraps. Other areas targeted include the glutes, upper body and grip strength, which is directly correlated to abdominal strength. *The following conditions are contraindicated for this class: recent spinal injuries, surgeries, hernias, recent vertebral disc herniations, and recent wrist and shoulder injuries. Series:…

The hammock is an excellent tool to take you from feeling sluggish to fit in a fun and efficient way! This 6-week series will introduce movements that will ignite your core strength using 5 of the fundamental wraps. Other areas targeted include the glutes, upper body and grip strength, which is directly correlated to abdominal strength. *The following conditions are contraindicated for this class: recent spinal injuries, surgeries, hernias, recent vertebral disc herniations, and recent wrist and shoulder injuries. Series:…

If it's Tuesday, it's time for trivia at Denizens! Whether you are a diehard fan who has been playing with us for years, or a newbie to Denizens for our weekly, free Tuesday trivia, be sure to join us and test your knowledge of facts you never knew that you never knew. Win free rounds for your next visit, and be a part of the best trivia crowd in Silver Spring.

According to the World Health Organization, physical inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor for death in people around the world. Healthy eating and exercise can assist with preventing disease, injury, and keeping your physical body in good shape. Meditation and brain training exercises can keep your mind sharp. ​Chair Yoga is the most accessible form of yoga because it can be done anywhere, and is easy enough for all levels. It is good for anyone, seniors and the physically…

In this insightful and interactive discussion, parents will learn a variety of ways to engage their children and family in meal planning, cooking and the complexities of different dietary needs in same households. Julie will give realistic ideas and some hard-core nutritional facts of how to implement the “Five Pillars of Health”, into our every day lives. Please join us. Suggested donation $10. This workshop is facilitated by Julie Wendt, Acorn Hill alumni parent. She holds a B.S. in Resource…

Join Elizabeth for a warm welcome into spring! We'll connect to the seasonal shift through breath work and poses designed to improve the flow of energy throughout the body and awaken our spirit. Class will include a nice balance of movement and rest as we greet the longer days of spring. Thursday, March 21 / 12-1pm at Crossings Healing / Cost: $20 More information: http://www.sienawellness.com/group-classes.html

Join Carpe Diem Arts and Washington Revels at our monthly Community Sing. This March we celebrate the arrival of Spring, as well as Irish Heritage Month, Women’s History Month and National Reading Month! 6:30-8:00 —International songs & Rounds for all ages 8:00-8:30 — Refreshments, Social Time, Celebration of March birthdays Everyone is welcome to bring refreshments and songs to share. Visit our website for more info.