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Salvation Army's Kroc Center: Living Your Best Life, A Health & Wellness Speaker Series (Part 3)
2024-09-26 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, 91942, United States
Presented by the Salvation Army’s Kroc Center
Part 3: Living in the NOW
If you want to live your life to the fullest, learning to be present and living in the now are important skills you’ll need to master. Mindfulness is simply being present and appreciating each moment (small and big) for what it is. In this engaging talk, Dr. Chad McKinney will lead us through a science-based breathwork and meditation session, designed to improve mental, physical, emotional and social well-being, as well as help reduce stress levels. Guests are encouraged to bring a towel and water.
Presenter: Dr. Chad McKinney is a Professor of Psychology, coach, speaker, and author. His mission is to help others live their best life through meditation and breathwork practices.
Moderator: Darlynne Reyes Menkin is an award-winning journalist who worked in several different television markets including Philadelphia, Las Vegas and Washington, D.C. before settling in San Diego. Darlynne’s journey from TV news anchor to running a successful local team building company is a unique story filled with lots of ups and downs. She was recently named “Entrepreneur of the Year” by Smart Meetings, and a “Women of Influence” by the San Diego Business Journal.
When: Thursday, September 26 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Contact darlynne@groupadventures.com to reserve your spot and learn more
View other parts of the series:

Part 1: Developing Happy, Healthy Eating Habits
Part 2: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
Part 3: Living in the NOW

AudAbility™: Music Therapy for People Living with Parkinson's Disease
2024-09-26 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
AudAbility™ is an evidence-based program designed by board-certified music therapists at MusicWorx to support people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. Through music therapy and wellness approaches, we empower individuals to cultivate greater quality of life. AudAbility™ participants engage in music-based interventions including singing, movement, instrument play, songwriting, and mindfulness. We can help participants improve and maintain critical functions such as speech, swallowing, breath capacity, fine & gross motor skills, and cognition. We also support social-emotional needs, and use music therapy to alleviate depression, anxiety, and isolation. No music experience is needed to participate!

When: 12 sessions weekly on Thursdays | Starts September 5 – November 21
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)

Registration: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

This is a 12-week session cohort beginning September 5 – November 21. You can register for individual classes if there is room. Participants that attended Cohort 1 can not register to participate in Cohort 2, but can be added to the waitlist. Priority will be given to new participants.

This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

East County Chamber Health Fair
2024-09-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Parkway Plaza, 415 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA, 92020
Come say hi at this annual event on the promenade in Parkway Plaza! We’ll be tabling along with other East County agencies, providing health and wellness information, demonstrations, screenings, and more.

When: Saturday, September 28th | 11 AM – 3 PM
Where: Parkway Plaza (415 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020)
Learn more: https://bit.ly/31t184a

Board of Directors Meeting (First Tuesday)
2024-10-01 09:00 - 10:00 | CA
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Public Relations & Outreach Committee (Rescheduled)
2024-10-01 10:30 - 11:30 | CA
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Drums Alive Music Therapy for Seniors
2024-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Briercrest Park, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Using rhythm as the source of inspiration to discover a new group fitness experience Drums Alive® combines the benefits of a traditional physical fitness program with the brain-affected benefits of music and rhythm. Drums Alive® is a program that fosters a healthy balance physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially!
MusicWorx’s Drums Alive® music therapists will facilitate interactive drumming fitness exercises. Rhythm, movement, and singing activities are designed for all ages and abilities. The therapists will guide participants through rhythm, stretching, and music-making exercises that they can do at home with their families.
When: Every 1st Wednesday | 10-11 AM
Where: Briercrest Park (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

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This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or have a health-related connection to East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Wellness Wednesday: You Only Die Once, Navigating Options at the End of Life (Part 2)
2024-10-02 10:00 - 14:30 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, 91942, United States
Presented by the Grossmont Healthcare District
Join us for this special four-part Wellness Wednesday series, as guest speakers explore types of care and support available at the end of life, and practical guidance for ensuring your wishes are honored. In “Part 2: Understanding the Language of End of Life – Hospice, Palliative Care, Death Doulas, and More”, Jessica Empeño will define frequently used terms in end-of-life care, help you understand benefits, and how to access palliative and death care resources, as well as discuss support for the grieving and bereaved.
Speaker: Jessica Empeño, MSW is a medical social worker with over 23 years of experience as a clinician, leader, educator, and advocate specializing in end-of-life care, dementia, caregiver support, program development, and leadership. She has a Master of Social Work degree from San Diego State University and certificates in Health Law & Policy, and Interdisciplinary Palliative Care. Jessica currently serves as the National Director of Clinical Engagement & Education for Compassion & Choices.
When: Wednesday, October 2 | Presentation 10-11 AM, Film screening begins 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: Evening (2007)
View other parts of the series:

Part 1: Creating an Empowered End of Life Experience with Dr. Bob Uslander (Empowered Endings)
Part 2: Understanding the Language of End of Life – Hospice, Palliative Care, Death Doulas, and More with Jessica Empeño, MSW (Compassion & Choices)
Part 3: Permission to Choose – Understanding Your Legal End of Life Options with Dr. Bob Uslander (Empowered Endings)
Part 4: Taking Control – Decision Making and Advanced Care Planning with John Tastad (Sharp HealthCare)

Wellness Wednesdays are unique GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.

Government, Legal & Legislative Relations Committee
2024-10-02 13:00 - 14:00 | CA
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Community Grants & Sponsorships Committee
2024-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 | CA
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Fitness Forever Club
2024-10-03 09:00 - 09:45 | Briercrest Park, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Fitness Forever Club is geared towards older adults and seniors to improve their ability to do tasks of daily living and prevent falls. This program will focus on coordination, agility, mobility, strength, and balance in a fun and safe environment. It includes a warmup, some easy cardio moves, senior-based agility, coordination, and moves using weights and bands.

When: Every 1st & 3rd Thursday | 9-9:45 AM
Where: Briercrest Park (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended. Ex. I want to sign up for Fitness Forever from 9-9:45 AM on 2/15. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Fitness Forever from 9-9:45 AM on 2/1 has ended. Give us a call after 9:45 AM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.
This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or have a healthcare connection to East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Champions for Health: Free Vaccine Clinic
2024-10-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Champions for Health is hosting a free vaccine clinic with immunizations at no cost for any individuals 6 months of age and older. No registration or insurance required. Eligibility may be required for some vaccines. For more information on vaccines, visit sdiz.org.

When: Thursday, October 3 | 10 AM – 3 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942

Memory Café
2024-10-03 10:30 - 12:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
In collaboration with George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, Inc.© a community-based organization that supports families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other memory impairment diseases, we are hosting a Memory Café Program! Memory Cafés provide a supportive environment, often described as a “meet up”, designed to engage attendees in cognitive activities to perk up memory.
The goal of the Glenner Centers’ Memory Cafés is to keep attendees mentally and socially active, which research shows is protective of brain health. These gatherings are free and open to all older adults with or without memory concerns. Please note, no care is provided at these gatherings. Anyone needing assistance must bring their own caregiver.
When: Every 1st & 3rd Thursday | 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot
Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended. Ex. I want to sign up for Memory Café from 10:30 AM-12 PM on 8/15. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Memory Café from 10:30 AM-12 PM on 8/1 has ended. Give us a call after 12 PM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.
This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Virtual Reality (VR) Adventures
2024-10-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Go on a Virtual Reality Adventure at the GHD Health & Wellness Library! Using Virtual Reality (VR) technology, transport yourself to a variety of visually stunning & mentally stimulating environments. Take a walk along the beach, explore an art museum, or travel around the world, without leaving the comfort of the Library. VR technology is used as a tool to cue memories, stimulate the brain, and provide positive experiences to support overall mental health.
Participants will put on a VR headset (30-minute sessions), which completely covers the eyes and immerses the wearer in a 360-degree digital reality to be seen through the lenses of the headset. The headset detects head movement, allowing the user to be fully immersed in the experience. Simply move the head left or right to discover the surroundings! Headphones may be worn for an audio experience as well.
When: 1st & 3rd Fridays | 10 AM – 1 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person.
Registration is required and participants must sign a liability waiver before using the VR technology. Participants are to remain seated at all times during the use of the VR headsets. For ages 13+ only (participants under age 18 must have a parent/guardian signature on the liability waiver).

Facilities Committee (Special Meeting)
2024-10-09 09:00 - 09:30 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Leadership & Evaluation Committee
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
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Easy Does It Chair Yoga (AM)
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Instructor Lanita Varshell leads students through very gentle chair and simple standing poses that are deeply relaxing and releasing for all, but specially designed for those who have a challenging time moving their body, or have limited mobility. This is a doable class for all with highly effective healing movements and mindfulness practices. Even those who have no mobility problems can find great mental and physical benefits in this class.
When: Every 2nd Wednesday | 10-11 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.
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This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Wellness Wednesday: You Only Die Once, Navigating Options at the End of Life (Part 3)
2024-10-09 10:00 - 14:30 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, 91942, United States
Presented by the Grossmont Healthcare District
Join us for this special four-part Wellness Wednesday series, as guest speakers explore types of care and support available at the end of life, and practical guidance for ensuring your wishes are honored. In “Part 3: Permission to Choose: Understanding Your Legal End of Life Options”, Dr. Bob Uslander will cover end of life medical support options, physician-led Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), and Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED).
Speaker: Dr. Bob Uslander, MD is the Co-Founder & Medical Director of Empowered Endings. Dr. Bob earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, and attended the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. With over 30 years of experience as a physician in Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care, and Hospice Care, Dr. Bob is dedicated to supporting patients and families through major health and life challenges—especially as the end of life approaches.
When: Wednesday, October 9 | Presentation 10-11 AM, Film screening begins 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: The Bucket List (2007)
View other parts of the series:

Part 1: Creating an Empowered End of Life Experience with Dr. Bob Uslander (Empowered Endings)
Part 2: Understanding the Language of End of Life – Hospice, Palliative Care, Death Doulas, and More with Jessica Empeño, MSW (Compassion & Choices)
Part 3: Permission to Choose – Understanding Your Legal End of Life Options with Dr. Bob Uslander (Empowered Endings)
Part 4: Taking Control – Decision Making and Advanced Care Planning with John Tastad (Sharp HealthCare)

Wellness Wednesdays are unique GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.

Finance Committee
2024-10-09 12:15 - 13:15 | CA
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Easy Does It Chair Yoga (PM)
2024-10-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Instructor Lanita Varshell leads students through very gentle chair and simple standing poses that are deeply relaxing and releasing for all, but specially designed for those who have a challenging time moving their body, or have limited mobility. This is a doable class for all with highly effective healing movements and mindfulness practices. Even those who have no mobility problems can find great mental and physical benefits in this class.
When: Every 2nd Wednesday | 2-3 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email info@herricklibrary.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Due to high popularity and demand, we’ve temporarily adjusted our sign-up process for this class. Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended. Ex. I want to sign up for Chair Yoga from 2-3 PM on 2/8. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Chair Yoga from 2-3 PM on 1/11 has ended. Give us a call after 3 PM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.
This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to East County community members who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Check Your Mood Day
2024-10-10 09:00 - 20:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Good mental health starts with you. How are you feeling? Join other community members across San Diego County to raise awareness about mental health for Check Your Mood Day. The purpose of this annual event, from our friends at Live Well San Diego, is to engage and encourage San Diegans to monitor and assess their emotional well-being. Getting screened for depression is an important part of healthcare checkups, much like getting your blood pressure checked or being screened for heart disease or diabetes. Drop by anytime during library hours to get FREE mental health resources.

When: Thursday, October 10th
Where: GHD’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Learn more: https://www.livewellsd.org/events/check-your-mood

FULL: AudAbility™- Music Therapy for People Living with Parkinson's Disease
2024-10-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
This cohort is currently at full capacity.

AudAbility™ is an evidence-based program designed by board-certified music therapists at MusicWorx to support people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. Through music therapy and wellness approaches, we empower individuals to cultivate greater quality of life. AudAbility™ participants engage in music-based interventions including singing, movement, instrument play, songwriting, and mindfulness. We can help participants improve and maintain critical functions such as speech, swallowing, breath capacity, fine & gross motor skills, and cognition. We also support social-emotional needs, and use music therapy to alleviate depression, anxiety, and isolation. No music experience is needed to participate!

When: 12 sessions weekly on Thursdays | Starts September 5 – November 21
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)

Registration: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

This is a 12-week session cohort beginning September 5 – November 21. You can register for individual classes if there is room. Participants that attended Cohort 1 can not register to participate in Cohort 2, but can be added to the waitlist. Priority will be given to new participants.

This is a GHD-sponsored program with priority given to people who live, work, attend school, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Central and East San Diego Community Action Network (SanDi-ECAN): Dementia Skills and Resource Fair
2024-10-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Presented by the Central and East San Diego Community Action Network (SanDi-ECAN)

Join us at the library for this Dementia Skills and Resource Fair. The goal of this event is to help individuals enhance their skills in engaging and caring for those living with dementia through resource-sharing, education, and hands-on training. There will be a:

Keynote speaker
Resource tables
Presentations
Interactive stations
Training & workshops
An expert panel
Opportunity drawings
And light refreshments

The intended audience is care partners, friends and family members of persons living with dementia, professional caregivers, service providers, and anyone interested in enhancing their dementia care skills.
When: Saturday, October 12 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Visit the link www.bit.ly/dementiaskills24, call 858.495.5500, or email HealthierLiving.HHSA@sdcounty.ca.gov

Memory Screenings (Evaluaciones de Memoria)
2024-10-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Check your brain health by stopping by the Health & Wellness Library for a free 30-minute memory screening. Screenings are for people age 55+ and appointments must be booked ahead of time by contacting the Library. Screenings are provided by staff of the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center. Las proyecciones para Alzheimer’s en Espanol se pueden proporcionar con previo aviso. Sepa que estas evaluaciones están limitadas a personas mayores de 55 años.
When: Monday, October 14 | 11 AM – 2 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Contact: Call 619.825.5010 or email library@grossmonthealthcare.org to reserve an appointment. Walk-ins are not always available but will be accommodated if space/time permits.

Crafternoon
2024-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Join us at the Health & Wellness Library for Crafternoon. For this month’s craft, we will be creating button art (gluing buttons on cardstock) and learning about lung cancer.
When: Monday, October 14 | 1-2 PM (Every 2nd Monday)
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.
No experience is necessary to attend. Supplies included. Space is limited so make sure to sign up early! Open to people who live, work, or access health care services in East County. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Music Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Hooray Miss Marae’s interactive library programs delight, teach and engage children and their families. Her playful, multi-disciplinary arts programming helps children better understand the world around them through original music, storytelling, puppetry, dance, and visual art. To develop early childhood literacy, young audiences are encouraged to listen, sing, and play while moving creatively. These monthly classes will reinforce healthy habits with books and songs that promote better overall health and wellness in children. Parents will be encouraged to actively participate to support a positive child-parent (caregiver) relationship.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 10-11 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit in person to reserve your spot.

Interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous session of the class has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for Storytime from 10-11 AM on 11/19. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Storytime on 10/15 has ended. Give us a call after 11 AM and we’ll gladly add you to our list or waitlist if all spots have been filled.

This program is sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, as a benefit to East County community members (anyone who lives, works, attends school, or accesses health care services within the District boundaries). This group has priority registration for these programs. However, if there is space available, anyone may attend.

Policies & Procedures Committee (Rescheduled)
2024-10-15 12:15 - 13:15 | CA
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Learn about the Health & Wellness Library
2024-10-15 15:00 - 15:45 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Did you know that East County San Diego is home to one of the few public libraries in the country that focuses specifically on Health & Wellness resources? Join us for a community tour of the Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library to learn more about this hidden gem and how you can use it to improve your health and well-being. Registration is required.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 3-3:45 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

Learn About the Health & Wellness Library
2024-10-15 15:00 - 15:45 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Did you know that East County San Diego is home to one of the few public libraries in the country that focuses specifically on Health & Wellness resources? Join us for a community tour of the Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library to learn more about this hidden gem and how you can use it to improve your health and well-being. Registration is required.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday | 3-3:45 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot

Open to all interested participants.

Community. Access. Connection. Art Workshops
2024-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Join ArtReach San Diego instructors at the Health & Wellness Library for a Community. Access. Connection. art workshop to learn a diverse array of art mediums, techniques, and styles, from art journaling, acrylic painting, and collage to textile art.
In this session’s workshop, participants will be making piñatas. All materials will be provided and all levels are encouraged to join.
When: Every 3rd Wednesday | 10 AM – 12 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Registration: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to reserve your spot.
Sign-up process: interested participants may call, email, or sign up in person promptly after the previous class session has ended.

Ex. I want to sign up for next week’s/month’s program. We’re only accepting sign-ups and adding names to our registration list shortly after the previous art workshop has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 12 PM and we’ll gladly sign you up. If all spots have been filled we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes.

This program is sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, as a benefit to East County community members (anyone who lives, works, attends school, or accesses health care services within the District boundaries). This group has priority registration for these programs. However, if there is space available, anyone may attend.
