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Mindful Eating Workshop - Learn how to change your eating patterns and transform your relationship with food. Email jane@janejosephwellness.com or call to register. Sept. 23, 6-7 p.m., Ben Burr Building, 5909 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 953-9097.

Active Aging Week - Sept. 25-Oct. 2. Events include: Sept. 25, 2-4 p.m., Whiffle-Ball Tourney; Sept. 28, 1:30 p.m., Juggling Performance with Daniel and Patty Sparks; Sept. 30, 10 a.m., Juggling Workshop with Daniel and Patty Sparks; Oct. 1, 2 p.m., book signing of “Day Hiking Eastern Washington” with Rich Landers; Oct. 2, 1:30 and 3 p.m., Senior Fitness Testing. All events are open to the public, but reservations are requested at (509) 536-2929. Touchmark on South Hill Retirement Community, 2929 S. Waterford Drive. Free. (509) 536-2929.

Substance Use Disorder: Survival Strategies for Families and Friends - Basic education on the effects of alcohol and drugs, the impact on family, helping as compared to enabling, the process of recovery for family and friends. Classes 5:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 13, 20, 27 and Nov. 10, St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. $60. (509) 483-6495.

Depression and Anxiety Group - This is a six-week group focused on developing skills to effectively manage and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Begins Oct. 15, 5:30 p.m., St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. $84. (509) 483-6495.

Tri Run Clinic - This clinic is for the beginner to intermediate athlete who wants to participate in a triathlon during the 2016 season. Nov. 14, 9 a.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $25. (208) 667-1865.

Upcoming

UnitedHealthcare’s Small Steps Program - Every Wednesday and the last Saturday of September, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., individuals who meet with a provider, health coach or nutritionist at a partnering clinic will receive a voucher for a local farmers market. Participating clinics in Spokane County include Community Health Association of Spokane, Providence Health Care, NATIVE Project, Rockwood Clinics and Women, Infants & Children Nutrition Program. Spokane Farmers Market, 20 W. Fifth Ave. Free. (206) 926-0227.

Child Disruptive Disorder - Learn about disruptive behavior disorders, treatment resources and the positive role that family therapy can play in addressing disorders. Presented by the Idaho Federation of Families, Idaho Parents Unlimited and Optum Idaho. The InTouch Community Conversation will be in Boise and broadcast to locations across the state. Thursday, 6 p.m., Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 914-2015.

Kootenai Health Triathlon for Kids - Ages 4-11. This great event is designed to promote health and fitness to the children of our community. Limited to first 200 entrants. Registration forms are available online at http://kh.org/kidstriathlon and at the McGrane Center for Rehabilitation front desk. Check in at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d’Alene. $20/includes T-shirt and medal. (208) 625-5311.

Living Well with Diabetes - A free, six-week workshop series. In this workshop, you will learn how to manage symptoms, exercise to improve strength, eat healthy, properly use medication and work more effectively with health care providers. To register, visit http://courseregistration.inhs.org. Workshops will be held at two locations: beginning Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Centerplace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley; beginning Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Free. (509) 232-8145.

Glow in the Park Run - A 5K party run. Pre-run dance party begins at 6:15 p.m.; run begins at 7:50 p.m. Stick around for the after party. Proceeds benefit Spokane County Boys & Girls Club. For more information, contact Ryan Hite of Negative Split at (509) 954-8057. Saturday, 6:15-10 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $54.

SpokeFest - Celebrate cycling, the beauty of Spokane, healthy lifestyles and the environment. Choose a route that fits your ability: 1 mile, 9 miles, 21 miles or 29 miles. Helmets are required. For all ages. Registration and more information at www.spokefest.org. Sunday, 8 a.m., Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $25/adults, $15/youth.

Zumba with Sandy – Monday-Oct. 15. Attention is given to protecting backs, hips, knees. Mondays, 4-5 p.m. or 5:15-6:15 p.m.; or Thursdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. For registration or more information, call or email sandy@ weissolutions.com. Family of Faith Community Church, 1504 W. Grace Ave. $25/any five classes; $45/any 10 classes; $7/drop-in. (509) 270-0053.

Balance Screenings – Monday-Sept. 18. In honor of Vestibular Disorders Association’s Balance Awareness Week, all APEX Physical Therapy locations will offer free quick balance screenings Monday-Sept. 17, noon-1 p.m., and by appointment at the north Spokane location, 1111 E. Westview Court, Suite A, (509) 465-1749, on Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Other Apex Physical Therapy locations are in Cheney at 1855 First St., (509) 559-5038; in Airway Heights at 12721 W. 14th Ave., (509) 244-9968; near Medical Lake at 10511 W. Aero Road, (509) 413-2140. Free.

Parent with Greater Resiliency – Monday-Oct. 19. This six-week parenting series will help participants strengthen their abilities to love and live more fully. Facilitated by Susie Leonard Weller. Registration is required; call (509) 838-6518. Child care is provided on site upon request by donation. Classes held Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard St. $20/per class; $35/per couples. Scholarships available.