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SUMMARY:Healthy Living Speaker Series - Should You Be Worried About Colon Cancer?
DESCRIPTION:A recent study showed that people born in 1990 have double the risk of colon cancer and quadruple the risk of rectal cancer compared to people born around 1950. So what does this mean for you? Dr. Randelon Smith with Baptist Medical Group-Gastrointestinal Specialists will answer this question and others during the February Healthy Living Speaker Series. \nWednesday\, February 12\, 2020 \n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n(program starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Public Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nWatch live on the Baptist Facebook page\, or join us for the seminar at the library at 11:30 a.m. We’ll have lunch before the seminar starts. \nFor more information or to register\, please visit http://bpt.st/38L3y0I or call 901-227-3512.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/healthy-living-speaker-series-should-you-be-worried-about-colon-cancer/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20190528T215928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T003734Z
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SUMMARY:Be a Lifesaver: Learn CPR
DESCRIPTION:According to the American Heart Association\, 88% of cardiac arrests happen at home. But only 3% of the U.S. population has the CPR training needed to help. At this month’s Healthy Living Speaker Series\, you can learn CPR from an AHA instructor.\nFor more information or to register\, please visit https://bpt.st/2ES0i7s or call 901-227-3512. \nWednesday\, June 19\, 2019\n11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (presentation starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\nMemphis\, TN 38111
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/be-a-lifesaver-learn-cpr/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190220T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190220T063000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20190212T014428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T005447Z
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SUMMARY:How Are Stroke and Heart Disease Connected?
DESCRIPTION:Heart disease and stroke are among the leading causes of death for both men and women\, and these diseases are affecting younger adults more and more. But prevention is key. At this special Healthy Living Speaker Series presentation\, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis’ neuroscience and stroke coordinator will discuss the symptoms of both diseases\, how they’re connected and what you can do to protect your health. \nFor more information or to register\, call 901-227-3512. \nWednesday\, Feb. 20\, 2019\n11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (presentation starts at 11:50 a.m.) \nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\nMemphis\, TN 38111
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/how-are-stroke-and-heart-disease-connected/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180917T212727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T235431Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy You! 5 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk for Breast Cancer
DESCRIPTION:No one thing has been proven to prevent breast cancer or keep it from recurring. However\, there are five things you can do to improve your overall health and possibly lower your risk for breast cancer. Susan G. Komen Memphis-MidSouth Mississippi CEO Elaine Hare will share all five items along with tips to help you get started. \nFor more information or to register\, please visit http://bpt.st/2zPM199 or call 901-227-3519. \nWednesday\, Oct. 17\, 2018\n11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (presentation starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\nMemphis\, TN 38111
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/5-things-you-can-do-to-reduce-your-risk-for-breast-cancer/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180821T202808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T201704Z
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SUMMARY:A Lifeline to Hope: How to Recognize & Help Prevent Suicide
DESCRIPTION:Suicide is among the leading causes of death for Americans between 10 and 54 years old. But many people don’t know the symptoms or how to respond in a crisis involving suicide. At this month’s Healthy Living Speaker Series\, local businesswoman Roquita C. Williams will share her story of survival and the executive director of the Memphis Crisis Center will share local resources for suicide prevention and mental health. \nSept. 19\, 2018\n11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (presentation starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, Room C\n3030 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN 38111 \n  \nFor info or to register\, please visit https://bpt.st/2wRpTZf.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/a-lifeline-to-hope-how-to-recognize-help-prevent-suicide/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180713T192334Z
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SUMMARY:Commit to Fitness
DESCRIPTION:A recent report ranked Tennessee children as the most overweight or obese in the country. To address obesity and encourage health and wellness\, Shelby County Schools is partnering with Baptist Memorial Health Care and other nonprofit organizations to launch a new program called Commit to Fit. Learn more about the program and how your family can get fit together. \nPresenter: Rachel Harbin\, Special Projects Coordinator\, Shelby County Schools \nWednesday\, August 22\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (program starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Public Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\, Meeting Room C\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nTo register\, please visit https://bpt.st/2njncLT
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/commit-to-fitness/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180725T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180725T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180622T011009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180703T211041Z
UID:10012578-1532500200-1532503800@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:What to do if your child has a concussion?
DESCRIPTION:Concussions are common occurrences among athletes and kids who play sports. But that doesn’t make them any less dangerous. They are serious injuries and can have long-term effects depending upon their severity. So it’s important that parents and coaches know how to recognize them and what to do if they occur. \nWhat to do if your child has a concussion?\nKim Hallum-Stewart\, System Administrator for Neurosciences\, Baptist Memorial Health Care\nWednesday\, July 25\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (presentation starts at 11:50 a.m.)\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\, Room A\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nTo register\, click here or call 901-227-3519.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/what-to-do-if-your-child-has-a-concussion/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180620T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180620T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180514T194117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180615T024027Z
UID:10012576-1529476200-1529479800@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Effective ways to connect with your child
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Effective ways to connect with your child: Get helpful parenting techniques from Universal Parenting Place \nCompeting with social media and other technology can make it difficult for parents to connect with their children. Paige Marcantel\, director of the Universal Parenting Place\, shares tips and tricks parents can use to increase and improve communication with their children. \nWatch live on the Baptist Facebook page\, or join us for the seminar at the library at 11:30 a.m. We’ll have lunch before the seminar starts. For more information or to register\, please call 901-227-3519 or visit https://bpt.st/2HQtI4h.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/effective-ways-to-connect-with-your-child/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180606
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180531T232507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180531T232507Z
UID:10012577-1528138800-1528225199@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Fun Back: Family Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 5\n6 p.m.\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\n3030 Poplar Ave.\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nJoin us for an evening of fun without electronic devices. Activities will include Jenga\, Scrabble\, Family Feud and other fun games. Plus\, we’ll have snacks\, and winners will receive prizes. \nFor more information or to register\, please call 901-227-3519.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/bringing-fun-back-family-game-night/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180511T003312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T003312Z
UID:10012575-1526452200-1526455800@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Dangers of smoking and vaping: Find the resources to stop inhaling
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Dangers of smoking and vaping: Find the resources to stop inhaling \nMay 16\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\n3030 Poplar Ave\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nMost people know the harm that cigarettes and other nicotine products can cause. But they may not be aware of the dangers of e-cigarettes. Larry Hopper\, system director of respiratory therapy at Baptist Memorial Health Care\, will discuss these products\, their dangers and resources to help you quit. \nWatch live on the Baptist Facebook page \, or join us for the seminar at the library at 11:30 a.m. We’ll have lunch before the seminar starts. For more information or to register\, please call 901-227-3519.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/dangers-of-smoking-and-vaping-find-the-resources-to-stop-inhaling/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T073000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20180328T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T022629Z
UID:10012196-1524637800-1524641400@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Living Speaker Series - Financial Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financial Literacy (Eating Well and Healthy on a Budget – Meal Planning) \nSpeaker: Mary Cay Oyler\, wellness specialist
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/healthy-living-speaker-series-financial-literacy/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20171012T190658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T190658Z
UID:10012488-1509019200-1509022800@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:"Let's talk about breast cancer" seminar
DESCRIPTION:October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month\, and an ideal time to discuss your personal risks and the latest advancements in breast cancer detection. During this free seminar\, two Baptist Women’s Health Center experts will review breast cancer screening options and answer your questions. \nThursday\, Oct. 26\, 2017\nNoon – 1 p.m.\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library (@MPLBenjaminHooksCentral)\n3030 Poplar Ave.\, Rm L-56\nMemphis\, TN 38111 \nFor more information or to register\, please call 901-227-3519.\nA light lunch will be served.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/lets-talk-about-breast-cancer-seminar/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170907T203019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T203019Z
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SUMMARY:"Reading Between the Labels"
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Sept. 28\, 6 to 7 p.m.\nBenjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, Meeting Room A\n3030 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN 38111 \nThis interactive seminar will discuss portion and serving sizes\, nutritional values and commonly used nutrition terms to help attendees learn how to read and understand food labels. Alex Eilers\, Pink Palace Museum’s manager of education and teacher of the museum’s Baptist-sponsored Learning Labels program\, will lead the discussion. \nTo register or for more information\, please call 901-227-3519. Registration closes two days before the event\, and a light dinner is provided for attendees who register in advance.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/reading-between-the-labels/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170816T161500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T161500Z
UID:10012470-1503597600-1503601200@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Baptist to Host Free Parenting Seminar on Discipline at Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Baptist Memorial Health Care will host a free seminar titled “Drama-free Discipline” on Thursday\, Aug. 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 3030 Poplar Ave. in Meeting Room A. \nParenting Coach and Director of the Universal Parenting Place at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Paige Marcantel will lead this interactive seminar. She will discuss how children’s brains develop at various ages and how this affects their response to discipline. She also will recommend proven strategies that parents can implement at every stage of development to help their children cooperate and make smart decisions in the future. \nThis free event is part of Baptist Memorial Health Care’s Healthy Living Speaker Series\, which is held at Central Library on the fourth Thursday of each month. \nTo register or for more information\, please call 901-227-3519 or visit baptistonline.org. Registration closes two days before the event\, and a light dinner is provided for attendees who register in advance. \nBaptist Memorial Health Care has been caring for the health and wellness needs of the Mid-South since 1912. In that time\, Baptist has grown from one metropolitan hospital in the center of Memphis\, Tennessee\, to 21 hospitals providing care throughout Arkansas\, Mississippi and Tennessee. Now employing more than 18\,000 employees and 600 providers through Baptist Medical Group\, Baptist is recognized as a premier provider of multidisciplinary health services and an active community partner. In fiscal year 2015\, Baptist contributed more than $313 million in community benefit and uncompensated care to the communities it serves.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/baptist-to-host-free-parenting-seminar-on-discipline-at-central-library/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170727T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170727T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170712T153513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170712T153513Z
UID:10012466-1501178400-1501182000@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Baptist to host free family game night at Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Baptist Memorial Health Care will host a free family game night on Thursday\, July 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 3030 Poplar Ave. in Meeting Room A. \nCounselors from the Universal Parenting Place at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women will facilitate the evening’s activities\, which will include board games\, snacks\, giveaways and advice on how to strengthen family bonds through regular and meaningful communication. This is the second year Baptist has held family game night to encourage families to spend time together without the distraction of technology or cell phones. \nThis free event is part of Baptist Memorial Health Care’s Healthy Living Speaker Series\, which is held at Central Library on the fourth Thursday of each month. \nTo register or for more information\, please call 901-227-3519 or visit baptistonline.org. Registration closes two days before the event\, and a light dinner is provided for attendees who register in advance.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/baptist-to-host-free-family-game-night-at-central-library/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170615T194509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170615T194509Z
UID:10012124-1498154400-1498158000@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Living Speakers Series
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a light dinner and learn healthy living tips the fourth Thursday of each month from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Benjamin Hooks Library. \nTopic: Safety Matters \nWillis Green\, nutrition educator and program assistant with Shelby County Agricultural Extension Office\, will lead an informational seminar on safe food handling practices\, including sanitation\, storage\, cooking temperatures and expiration dates.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/healthy-living-speakers-series/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170404T210412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170404T210412Z
UID:10012463-1493316000-1493319600@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:“Watch Those Allergies” seminar
DESCRIPTION:Baptist Memorial Health Care will host a free seminar titled “Watch Those Allergies” on Thursday\, April 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 3030 Poplar Ave. in Meeting Room A. \nKelley Barnett\, founder and director of the Food Allergy Alliance of the Mid-South\, will lead the informational seminar to increase awareness and provide support for families managing food allergies. The presentation will focus on precautions to take when preparing food for individuals who have food allergies. \nThis free seminar is part of Baptist Memorial Health Care’s Healthy Living Speaker Series\, which is held at Central Library on the fourth Thursday of each month. \nTo register or for more information\, call 901-227-3519 or visit baptistonline.org. Registration closes two days before the event\, and a light dinner is provided for attendees who register in advance. \nBaptist Memorial Health Care has been caring for the health and wellness needs of the Mid-South since 1912. In that time\, Baptist has grown from one metropolitan hospital in the center of Memphis\, Tenn.\, to 17 hospitals providing care throughout Arkansas\, Mississippi and Tennessee. Now employing more than 13\,000 employees along with 500 providers through Baptist Medical Group\, Baptist is recognized as a premier provider of multidisciplinary health services and an active community partner. In 2014\, Baptist’s total community benefit was approximately $292 million\, including $53 million in uncompensated care and $116 million in charity care and Medicaid/TennCare shortfalls.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/watch-those-allergies-seminar/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20170302T173228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170302T173228Z
UID:10012457-1490292000-1490295600@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:“Silence Hides Violence” seminar
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, Baptist Memorial Health Care and Memphis Public Libraries host an informational session on a particular health and wellness topic as part of our Healthy Living Support Group Series. These seminars feature local experts and are free to the community. \nCome hear from experts on the signs of abuse and violence and learn how to best support or help individuals and families in our community. \nSpeakers include Grace Hilton-Young from the Christ Community Health Services\, and the Family Safety Center’s Director of Communications and Development Jordan Howard.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/silence-hides-violence/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20160815T141254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160815T141254Z
UID:10012069-1472148000-1472151600@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Get back-to-school tips from Baptist experts
DESCRIPTION:Baptist’s community outreach team hosts monthly Healthy Living Support Groups at the Benjamin Hooks Central Library to offer the community information on important health topics. This month\, Justin Hall\, manager of pediatric rehabilitation at Baptist Medical Group-Outpatient Care Center; and Maria Sun\, a dietitian at the Baptist Health Sciences University\, will offer back-to-school tips on backpack safety and packing the perfect lunch. The event will be held on Thursday\, Aug. 25 from 6-7 pm.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/get-back-to-school-tips-from-baptist-experts/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20160308T215836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160308T215836Z
UID:10012396-1461866400-1461870000@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Living Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a light dinner and learn healthy living tips the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Benjamin Hooks Library. \nApril 2015 Topic:\n“How Memphians Lose Weight” \nMemphis Health and Fitness magazine has featured individuals in weight loss stories for years with participants collectively losing in the thousands of pounds. Join Publisher Amy Goode and Managing Editor Hailey Thomas as they discuss how individuals in their magazine lost big with the help of Memphis. Join Baptist Memorial Health Care and Memphis Health and Fitness to get the best tips on weight loss and how to jump start your workout routine. \nRegistration Details\nRSVPs are required. Please call 901-227-3534 to register. \nFees & Payment\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/healthy-living-support-group-9/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20160308T171707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160308T171707Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Living Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a light dinner and learn healthy living tips the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Benjamin Hooks Library. \nMarch 2015 Topic:\n“Documentary watch party: Hungry for Change” \nIt’s National Nutrition Month. Don’t miss out on a viewing of the documentary “Hungry for Change”. Afterwards participate in a Q&A session with Registered Dietician Queen Cox. Join Baptist Memorial Health Care to stay informed and healthier in 2016. \nRegistration Details\nRSVPs are required. Please call 901-227-3534 to register. \nFees & Payment\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/healthy-living-support-group-8/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260827T113619
CREATED:20150520T181629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150520T181629Z
UID:10012308-1434272400-1434279600@baptistleader.org
SUMMARY:Advance Directives Living Will/Power of Attorney for Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:with Eleanor Farber\, JD\,LCSW\nAdvance Care Planner\, Baptist Memorial Hospital \nMid-South Coaliton for Comfort Care and Bioethics\nCommunity Education Programs \nSunday\, June 14\n 2 – 4 p.m.\n Benjamin Hooks Central Library\, Meeting Room A\n 3030 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\nAdvance Directives Living Will/Power of Attorney for Healthcare
URL:https://baptistleader.org/event/advance-directives-living-willpower-of-attorney-for-healthcare/
LOCATION:Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library\, 3030 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
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