What better food to warm you inside and out during the cold winter months than chili?  Join Elliott Boston, Chef and Lynn Delserone, Registered Dietitian as they prepare several chili recipes using a variety of ingredients and flavors. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Co-hosted by Health First Center and Valley Hills Mall, parents are invited to bring their children by Health First to make and special “Valentine for a Veteran” and one to take home with them as well.  All Valentine’s for Veterans will be distributed to veterans that are in the hospital on Valentine’s Day.

Offered by CVMC’s certified lactation consultants, this class offers instruction and support for moms planning to breastfeed. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6205

This low-impact class will assist you in maintaining a heart-healthy way of life.

Call for more info about our SK coalition and how you can help support our local injury prevention programs in Catawba County. 828/485-2300 ext. 6203

Meeting the second Tuesday of each month, CVMC’s Stroke Support Group offers education and resources to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers, and provides an opportunity to support each other in striving to rebuild lives while promoting health, independence and well-being.  This group meets in the CVMC Outpatient Rehabilitation Center.  For more information call 828/326-3996

Offered to our Lamaze parents and grandparents, learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation for infants. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext.226

Glennie Daniels, PhD from Cooperative Extension will be demonstrating how using proper portions of food can help diabetics to control their disease better.  Proper portion control is an important key to eating healthier for everyone. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Offered to our Lamaze parents, this class provides basic baby care education, eases the transition into parenthood and fosters a healthy start for your child.  Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6205

Offered at the Health First Center for newly diagnosed diabetes patients and their families, this class is designed to educate you on ways to track your blood sugar numbers, plan healthy meals, and cope with having diabetes.  For more information and to register contact CVMC’s Center for Diabetes Control at 828/326-3442.

9 out of 10 car seats are improperly installed. Could yours be one of them? Come talk with a certified technician to learn more about safely installing your seat every time. The inspection will be in the rear parking lot, behind Belk

Offered by a certified yoga instructor and breast cancer survivor, this class will incorporate physical movement, stretching, relaxation, controlled breathing, and social support. The class is free, however, pre-registration is required. Please contact Tracy Glover at Fitness Plus to register or for more information. 828/326-3680

Learning Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can save the life of someone that you love.  Stop in and learn the basics of CPR (not for certification).

Most of us have given up on our New Year’s resolutions by now but don't let improving your health fall in to that group. Quality sleep is vital to a healthy life. Join us at our A.W.A.K.E. meeting, bring your questions or just listen and learn. For more information contact Scott at CVMC’s Center for Sleep Disorders at 828/485-2813

Join others who can offer support to newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families.  To register and receive more information call Peggy Messick at 828/485-2300 ext. 6203 

This low-impact class will assist you in maintaining a heart-healthy way of life.

Join one of CVMC’s Certified Diabetes Educators for a one on one discussion about diabetes and the services available at CVMC’s Center for Diabetes Control.  Receive a free blood glucose screening.  To schedule your free 15 minute appointment call 828/326-3442.

Our Lamaze-certified classes include a tour of CVMC’s Center for Women and Children. Expectant parents should register for classes early in the second trimester of pregnancy. For more information, please call the Health First Center

at 828/485-2300 ext. 6205.

Offered the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday of each month, this drop-in class promotes a loving communication between parent and child.  Massage also promotes healthy respiratory, circulatory, and gastrointestinal functions.

Our Lamaze-certified classes include a tour of CVMC’s Center for Women and Children. Expectant parents should register for classes early in the second trimester of pregnancy. For more information, please call the Health First Center

at 828/485-2300 ext. 6205.