Hhealth
Saturday, September 10
InBreathe: CPR Dance Inhale Movement An evening of works that premiere “InBreathe”. 7:30 p.m., GhostLight Theater, 101 Hinkley St., Benton Harbor. $25. www.inhalemovement.com.
Monday, September 12
MOMS Club de Sant Josep: Club Connection and Open Day. Learn about lake water safety, followed by play time for the kids and moms! Door prizes, fun activities and refreshments. 9:30 a.m. to noon, 3059 Wissing Lane, Shoreham. [email protected]
Southshore Racquet Club Yoga. Increases strength and cardiovascular capacity by relating postures to hip and shoulder opening and spine flexibility. Variations are offered for all levels. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. today and Monday, Sept. 19 and 26, Southshore Racquet Club, 3630 Tennis Ct., St. Joseph. (269) 429-2101.
Mental Health 101: Wellbeing, Trauma and Resilience. Learn how to cope with traumatic events through educational resources, interactive exercises, and wellness strategies. From 1 to 3 p.m. online, today and Monday, September 19 and 26. Pre-registration: https://lp.assets.spectrumhealthlakeland.org/mentalhealth101onJuly18.
Tuesday, September 13
Caregiver support group. Talk to others who experience the same joys and challenges as caregivers, coping with the demands of caregiving. Be empowered and strengthened. All sessions online, via Zoom. Pre-registration is required to participate and get the Zoom link. All areas are welcome, but Michigan residents are preferred. From 1 to 2 p.m. today and Tuesday, September 20 and 27. (269) 429-7100.
Friday September 16
yoga With Vicki Shoemaker for yoga classes in the library. Bring your own yoga mat if possible. Today and Friday, September 23, at 10:30 a.m., Sant Josep Library, 500 Market Street (269) 983-7167. $10.
Sunday, September 18
Walk to end Alzheimer’s. 1 to 3 p.m., Central Park, 300 S. Main St., Elkhart, IN. Pre-walk activities: 1 to 2 p.m. No registration fee, no minimum fundraising requirements. (260) 222-8705.
Thursday, September 22
Second Annual Rockin’ for Recovery. A sober, family-friendly event that celebrates recovery and raises funds for substance abuse prevention and treatment. With Blammo, bounce houses, food and refreshments. All proceeds benefit Camp Mariposa and recovery positions at Oaklawn. 5:30 p.m., Four Winds Field, 101 West South St., South Bend, IN. $25 per ticket (includes buffet food and drink). Purchase: https://bit.ly/3wbTbS4.
youth
Tuesday, September 13
STEM Stars. Exercise your tween scientist’s brain with fun STEM-themed activities. No registration required. Age 8-12. 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. today and Tuesday, September 20 and 27, Niles Library, Patti’s Place, 620 E. Main St. (269) 693-8545. Free.
Wednesday, September 14
Preschool story time. Sing, dance, listen to stories. For preschool children (families with children of all ages are welcome). Today at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 21 and 28, Buchanan Library, 128 E. Front St. (269) 695-3681. Free.
Picnic story time. Enjoy a new season of story time, with creative crafts, rhymes and games. Bring a blanket and picnic lunch. Today and Wednesday, September 21 and 28, from noon to 1 p.m., Jardà de la Biblioteca de Sant Josep, Carrer del Mercat 500 (269) 983-7167. Free.
Picnic story time. A fun time for all ages that fosters a lifelong love of books and reading. Read, laugh, dance, sing, rhyme, and there’s always a fabulous craft, plus a game and play session. Bring a blanket and lunch, or a snack. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children welcome. Noon to 1 p.m., today and Wednesday, September 21 and 28, St. Joseph Library Garden, 500 Market St. (269) 983-7167.
Thursday, September 15
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D). Create adventures and become heroes of the world, as the Dungeon Master weaves a story around the players’ experiences. Team A: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Team B, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., today and Thursday, September 22 and 29, Niles Library, Board Room, 620 E. Main St. (269) 693-8545.
Saturday, September 17
Autumn festival All ages fall celebration. 1 p.m.: RE/MAX balloon ride. 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Meet the animals at Critter Barn. 11.30pm and 12.30pm: Story time with Poppy and Diana. Crafts, food, games, photos and much, much more! Sunrise Pumpkin Raffle by Benton Harbor Sunrise Rotary Club (no need to be present to win). Lake Bluff Park, downtown St. Joseph. (269) 985-1111. Free.
