Grossmont Healthcare District

AudAbility™- Music Therapy for People Living with Parkinson's Disease
2025-02-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-27 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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!

About: This program is 12-week session cohort. Participants signing up are intending to commit to all 12 weeks.
When: Thursdays from 3-4 PM | Starts January 23 – April 10
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

Individuals interested in attending individual classes may register if there is room or a cancellation from another participant. Previous cohort attendees are not able to register for Cohort 3 in order to make space for new participants, but may 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.

Music Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae
2025-02-17 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: Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 | 10-11 AM
Happens every 3rd Tuesday of the month
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: After 12/16/25 11 AM (the previous class session has ended), sign up to reserve your spot for this class by calling 619.825.5010, emailing library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visiting us in person. Make sure you have a GHD library card to register.

This is a program sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, with priority given to people with an East County connection, those who live, work, attend school, or access health care services within the boundaries of the District. If all spots have been filled, we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Music Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae
2025-02-18 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.

Community. Access. Connection. Art Workshops
2025-02-18 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. All materials will be provided, and all levels are encouraged to join.
When: Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Happens every 1st Wednesday
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: After 12/17/25 12 PM (the previous class session has ended), sign up to reserve your spot for this class by calling 619.825.5010, emailing library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visiting us in person. Make sure you have a GHD library card to register.

This is a program sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, with priority given to people with an East County connection, those who live, work, attend school, or access health care services within the boundaries of the District. If all spots have been filled, we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Sharp Community Resource Center: Meal Resources in San Diego County
2025-02-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, 91942, United States
This class will explore food options available to the community for free or reduced price. If you or a loved one is experiencing financial or physical issues that prevent you from obtaining a proper meal, tired of cooking, or cannot find time in your schedule to prepare healthy meals, please join us!
Presenter: Natalie Ford, Program Representative Community Resource Center
When: Tuesday, February 18 | 2-3 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Registration is required for all classes and space is limited, please call 1.800.827.4277 or visit sharp.com/classes to sign up today!

Learn about the Health & Wellness Library
2025-02-18 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
2025-02-18 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
2025-02-19 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. 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.

Fitness Forever Club
2025-02-20 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-03-06 09:00 - 09:45 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, 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.

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 program has ended. Our class sizes are limited due to their popularity and the current capacity of our spaces. Give us a call after 9:45 AM 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.

Board of Directors Meeting (Third Thursday)
2025-02-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Memory Café
2025-02-20 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-03-06 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
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 program 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 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
2025-02-21 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: Begins September 6 | Every 1st & 3rd Friday | 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).

RESCHEDULED: Knit & Crochet Club
2025-02-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Knit & Crochet…your afternoon away! Socialize with us at the Library while working on a knitting or crochet project. Bring your own materials or we can provide you with supplies to start something new.
When: Monday, February 24 | 1-2 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Contact: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more.
Registration is not required. No experience is necessary to attend. Supplies included. 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.

Joint Strategic Plan/Risk Management Committee (Rescheduled)
2025-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Wellness Wednesday: Walk More, Stress Less - Heart Health One Step at a Time
2025-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium, 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, 91942, United States
Presented in collaboration with the American Heart Association
Learn from Dr. Richard Armenta about the stress-relieving and heart-boosting benefits of walking. Gain practical tips, everything from picking the correct walking shoes, to the biomechanics of walking and how it benefits one’s overall cardiac fitness, to incorporate walking into your daily routine for a healthier, happier life!
Richard Armenta earned his PhD in Epidemiology at UC San Diego School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health and San Diego State University Graduate School of Public Health. He is a social epidemiologist with over 15 years of experience conducting research to improve health equity. In his research, he collaborates with communities to conduct community-driven research that address priorities. He has conducted research on HIV and other infectious diseases and has helped develop and run evidence-based programs to address chronic diseases in underserved communities. Additionally, Dr. Armenta serves as the Associate Director of the Center for Training, Research, and Educational Excellence (CTREE) at CSUSM. He is the PI and Co-I on several training programs for students in STEM and runs a STEM education program for American Indian Youth.
When: Wednesday, February 26 | 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: Sight, (2023)
Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.

Sharp Community Resource Center: Caregiver Basics (3 Month Series)
2025-02-26 14:30 - 16:30 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Presented by Sharp Community Resource Center
Are you caing for a loved one at home without much outside support? Join our team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers as we discuss caregiving at home, and caregiver self-care.This series will repeat quarterly with a variety of topics covered in each class.
Presenter: Sharp HealthCare Team
When: February 26 & March 26 | 2:30 – 4:30 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Registration is required for all classes and space is limited, please call 1.800.827.4277 or visit sharp.com/classes to sign up today!

Government, Legal & Legislative Relations Committee
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Board of Directors Meeting (First Tuesday)
2025-03-04 09:00 - 10:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Foundation Board Meeting
2025-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Drums Alive Music Therapy for Seniors A
2025-03-04 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.
Date: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 | 10-11 AM
Happens every 1st Wednesday of the month
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District Courtyard (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA 91942), Outdoor class
Register: After 12/3/25 11 AM (the previous class session has ended), sign up to reserve your spot for this class by calling 619.825.5010, emailing library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visiting us in person. Make sure you have a GHD library card to register.

This is a program sponsored by the Grossmont Healthcare District, with priority given to people with an East County connection, those who live, work, attend school, or access health care services within the boundaries of the District. If all spots have been filled, we’ll add you to our waitlist and notify you of any changes. If there is space available, other community members may attend.

Drums Alive Music Therapy for Seniors
2025-03-05 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.

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 Drums Alive from 10-11 AM on 2/1. We’re only adding names to our registration list after the previous session of Drums Alive on 1/4 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 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.

Hands-only CPR & AED Skills Workshop
2025-03-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District’s Health & Wellness Library, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Presented by American Heart Association
Join us for a Hands-only CPR & AED Skills Workshop, along with a 30-minute presentation and discussion about the importance of these skills and their potential to help someone in cardiac arrest.
What you’ll learn: Hands-Only CPR is CPR without rescue breaths. If you see a teen or adult collapse, you can perform Hands-Only CPR with just two easy steps: 1) Call 911 and 2) Push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of the Bee Gees’ classic disco song “Stayin’ Alive.” The song is 100 beats per minute – the minimum rate you should push on the chest during Hands-Only CPR
Why attend? CPR is a psychomotor skill. The AHA continues to recommend that you take a CPR course to practice and learn the skills of CPR, including giving high-quality chest compressions. People who have had CPR training are more likely to give high-quality chest compressions and are more confident about their skills than those who have not been trained.
When: Wednesday, March 5 | 11 AM-12 PM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA 91942)
Register: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to sign up. Limited spots are available.
Registration is required. This is not a CPR Certification class, but a presentation and skills demonstration. 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.

Community Health Committee
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Community Grants & Sponsorships Committee
2025-03-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Grossmont Healthcare District, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
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Virtual Reality Adventures
2025-03-07 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: Every 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 to reserve your time slot.
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).
