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Fairfax wellness calendar, May 23-29, 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:11:26 GMT

Al-Anon/Alateen support groups For relatives and friends of alcoholics. 703-534-4357. www.alanonva.com/meetings.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-loss support groups. 703-430-3764. www.tops.org/findameeting.aspx. $28 yearly membership.

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D.C. wellness calendar, May 23-30, 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:22:31 GMT

Child safety seat inspection Provided by D.C. Safe Kids Coalition. Thursday and Friday, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., THEARC, Children’s Health Center, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-441-8801. Free.

Advanced cancer support For women, facilitated by Joanne Assarsson and Lombardi chaplain Sara Kerai. Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW. 202-444-3755. Free, registration required; free parking.

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Alexandria and Arlington wellness calendar, May 23 to 29, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:02:24 GMT

Dance fusion fitness class Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. 703-228-0955. Six sessions, $27 with 55+ Pass. Registration required.

Women’s basketball For age 55 and older, scrimmage on a three-on-three half court. Thursday, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Nannie J. Lee Memorial Recreation Center, 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria. 703-746-5533. www.alexandriava.gov. Free.

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Loudoun County wellness calendar, May 23-30, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:03:33 GMT

Leesburg blood drive Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Leesburg Town Hall, 25 W. Market St. 800-733-2767.

“Laugh yoga” for seniors Improve flexibility and balance. Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Leesburg Senior Center, 102 North St., Leesburg. 703-737-8039. Free.

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Southern Maryland wellness calendar,May 23-30, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:50 GMT

“The Dawn of Recovery” A peer support group for those recovering from drugs and alcohol addiction. led by a certified recovery coach. Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave., Chesapeake Beach; Tuesday, Harvest Fellowship Church, 9905 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby. 410-535-5400, Ext. 311, or dawn.recovery2012@yahoo.com.

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Montgomery wellness calendar, May 23 to 30, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT

“Ride the Riverside” fundraiser Registration is open for the June 8-9 bike ride to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Routes are 30 miles to more than 100 miles over one or two days. Visit www.bikemsdc.org for details and registration information.

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Prince William County wellness calendar, May 23-29, 2013

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:56:27 GMT

Overeaters Anonymous Meditation and Writing meeting Thursday, 7 a.m. St. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Rd., Bristow. 703-361-0106. 703-754-9237. www.oanova.org. Free.

Men’s cancer support class Thursday, 4:30 p.m. Cancer Center at Lake Manassas, 7901 Lake Manassas Dr., Gainesville. 703-895-4857.

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Healthy dinner parties show ‘you don’t have to binge to celebrate’

Maggie Fazeli Fard — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:46:00 GMT

What’s the secret to a memorable dinner party? For 29-year-old Sarah Waybright, it’s a trifecta of good company, good food and good wine — plus a menu that won’t leave guests feeling sick, stuffed or guilt-ridden.

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Kebabs: Health kick on a stick

Elaine Gordon — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:17:04 GMT

Grilling is a simple way to feed your family well this summer. Start with a lean meat and a healthful marinade and then allow the grill to strip away additional fat for a heart-healthy and waist-friendly final result. Plus, grilling caramelizes the natural sugars in foods, which adds flavor without additional calories and fat.

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Medical Mysteries: A clue to a girl’s painful ailment goes long overlooked

Sandra G. Boodman — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:20:21 GMT

‘Oh my God,” Leigh Partridge remembers thinking, her mind reeling as she tried to contemplate the unimaginable. “This cannot be happening again.”

Doctors in the emergency room of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) had just told Partridge that a mass in the abdomen of her 16-year-old daughter might be cancer. Further testing would be required.

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D.C. wellness calendar, May 16-23, 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:20:45 GMT

Advanced cancer supportFor women, facilitated by Joanne Assarsson and Lombardi chaplain Sara Kerai. Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW. 202-444-3755. Free, registration required, free parking.

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Fairfax wellness calendar, May 16-22, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:54:45 GMT

Al-Anon/Alateen groups For relatives and friends of alcoholics. 703-534-4357. www.alanonva.com/meetings.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weight loss support groups. 703-430-3764. www.tops.org/findameeting.aspx. $28 yearly membership.

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Loudoun County wellness calendar,May 16-23, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:21:20 GMT

“Laugh yoga” for seniors Improve flexibility and balance. Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Leesburg Senior Center, 102 North St., Leesburg. 703-737-8039. Free.

La Leche League Breast feeding support and information. Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon Panera Bread, 43670 Greenway Corp. Dr., Ashburn. lllashburn@gmail.com. Free.

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Alexandria and Arlington wellness calendar, May 16 to 22, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:38:20 GMT

Traditional or gentle Hatha yoga Call for information: Aurora Hills Senior Center, 703-228-5722; Langston-Brown Senior Center, 703-228-6300; Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 703-228-4403; or Lee Senior Center, 703-228-0555.

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Southern Maryland wellness calendar,May 16 to 23, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:17:12 GMT

“Dinner With the Dietitian” Ideas for creating a nutritious and balanced diet for picky eaters. Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m. Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. 410-535-8233. $10.

Diabetes support Thursday, 7-9 p.m. Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. 410-414-4783.

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Prince William County wellness calendar, May 16-22, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:59:52 GMT

Overeaters Anonymous meditation and writing meeting Thursday, 7 a.m. St. Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Rd., Bristow. 703-361-0106. 703-754-9237. www.oanova.org.

Mental health support group Thursday, Friday and Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. Trillium Drop-In Center, 13184 Centerpointe Way, Woodbridge. 703-763-3865. www.trilliumdropincenter.org.

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Montgomery wellness calendar, May 16 to 23, 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Tai Chi Chuan This drop-in exercise class stresses relaxation, balance and coordination. Thursday, 10 a.m. Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center, 1000 Forest Glen Rd., Silver Spring. 240-777-8086. Free.

Power Foods and Healthy Aging A discussion followed by food sampling. Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fox Hill Senior Condominiums, 8300 Burdette Rd., Bethesda. 301-968-1850. Free, reservations required.

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5 off-the-beaten-path ideas for summer workouts

Vicky Hallett, Margaret Ely, Lenny Bernstein — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:45:00 GMT

Yes, Washington, it may stop raining any day now, and then you’ll be able to exercise outdoors again. If you’ve forgotten during the dreary winter and wet spring, that’s where the sun shines, breezes blow and birds chirp. Also where drivers come around corners without looking and holes in the outfield grass grab and twist your ankles.

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Kids and nutrition: Getting them to eat greens

Casey Seidenberg — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:37:33 GMT

Dark leafy greens, especially the typified kale, are enjoying their season in the spotlight. It’s about time! Leafy greens are now found on menus at high-end restaurants and even some fast-food joints. Families across the country are roasting kale, and these kale chips are now sold in many grocery stores. The green smoothie is a familiar sight, and T-shirts imprinted with “Eat More Kale” have drawn the attention of Chick-fil-A, which contends the buzzwords infringe on its slogan “Eat Mor Chikin.”

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D.C. wellness calendar, May 9-16, 2013

Thu, 09 May 2013 01:43:17 GMT

Child safety seat inspection Provided by D.C. Safe Kids Coalition. Thursday and Friday, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., THEARC, Children’s Health Center, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-441-8801. Free.

Al-Anon meeting Support for relatives and friends of alcoholics. Monday, Thursday and Friday at noon. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. 202-347-8766 or www.stjohns-dc.org.

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Fairfax wellness calendar, May 9-15, 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 19:44:41 GMT

Breast-feeding support group For mothers and babies. Thursday, 10-11 a.m. Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fairfax Women’s Center, seventh floor, 3300 Gallows Rd., Falls Church. 703-776-6455.

Mood disorders support Sponsored by the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Falls Church. Thursday, 7-9 p.m. First Christian Church, 6165 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. 703-354-5104.

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Loudoun County wellness calendar, May 9-16

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:10:22 GMT

La Leche League Mother-to-mother support and breast-feeding information. Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon. Panera Bread, 43670 Greenway Corp. Dr., Ashburn. lllashburn@gmail.com.

Diabetes support Thursday at 11 a.m. Leesburg Senior Center, 102 North St., Leesburg. 703-737-8039.

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Prince William County wellness calendar, May 9-15, 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:33:01 GMT

Overeaters Anonymous 703-823-6682 or 571-229-4130. www.oanova.org.

Al-Anon/Alateen groups For people whose lives have been affected by drinking. 703-534-4357. www.alanonva.com.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly 703-430-3764. www.tops.org. $28 to join.

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Alexandria and Arlington wellness calendar, May 9 to 16, 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:25:55 GMT

Low Vision: Tea & Conversation A technology “petting zoo” of tablets and e-readers for those with vision loss. Thursday, 1:30 p.m. Charles E. Beatley Library, 5005 Duke St., Alexandria. 703-746-1728. Free.

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Southern Maryland wellness calendar,May 9-16, 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:23:03 GMT

Leonardtown blood drive Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Mary’s Hospital, Outpatient Pavilion, 25500 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown. 301-475-6019.

“Look Good, Feel Better” A program for women who are experiencing hair and skin changes as a result of cancer treatment. Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon, Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. 410-535-8233. Free.

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