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In Kyiv there is a vast gap between the lower­class majority and the few super­wealthy elite, whose ability to spend often sees no limit. Its market for fitness centers looks similar."On this stage of the development of the fitness market in Kyiv a small percentage are luxury clubs, a few of which have good quality and prices, and the remainder are small operations often based in a basement," explained Artem Boiko, head of PR and marketing for Grand­Prix club.But with many Kyivans' purchasing power growing, a small number of high qual ...

Source: KYIV Post   Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:31:05

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Anytime Fitness, the largest co-ed workout chain in the United States, plans on opening its Lexington facility Monday, July 28.The local location will be the company's 17th in Nebraska, with another three Nebraska locations anticipated to open by the end of the year.The fitness chain began 2008 with 604 workout centers throughout the United States. By the end of 2008, company officials estimate that number will approach 1000 facilities.Brian Kieborz, regional manager for the fitness center, was on hand Friday morning to outline reason ...

Source: Lexington Clipper-Herald   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:17:31

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Yankees shortstop co-owner of new gym in New York CityAs one New Yorker jogged on a treadmill on Tuesday morning to get his workout, it seemed someone standing next to him thought he could go a little faster.A man in a gray suit pressed the button to increase the speed, but the jogger just laughed and ran faster.It's hard to get mad when the man standing beside you is Derek Jeter."Nice," Jeter said, smiling when the runner picked up the pace. "I like it."The Yankees shortstop spent an hour at the new gym near Madison Square Park at 22 ...

Source: New York Yankees   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:49:54

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Police in Windham, N.H., say they have arrested a man suspected of assaulting women at fitness centers.Thirty-one-year-old Eric Henson, of Hudson, has been charged with three counts of simple assault.Henson is accused of approaching women and asking them to teach him an exercise or massage technique, then grabbing their feet and putting them on his groin.Police say that because of the investigation in Windham, other women in New Hampshire and Massachusetts have come forward with similar allegations. ...

Source: Boston Globe   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:26:51

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Q. I am an active and fit 58-year-old woman who is about to undergo extensive back surgery for scoliosis. Once cleared by my doctor and physical therapist, I want to get back to my regular routine of lifting weights, walking and aerobic exercise. What is the best way to do this? - n.w., Livermore, CALIF.A. The human spine is the axis around which we are able conduct our everyday activities. Because we stand on two legs and not four, our spines can take a real beating as we sit, stand, twist, turn, reach, lift and so forth. Structured ...

Source: Lancaster Online   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:01:30

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IDEA Health & Fitness Association, the leading membership organization of health, wellness and fitness professionals worldwide with more than 23,000 members in over 80 countries, has revealed the results of its annual IDEA Fitness Programs & Equipment Survey. The 13th annual survey revealed a variety of emerging as well as more familiar activities that are continuing to gain momentum.Highlights of fitness programs and trends from the survey include:-- Survey respondents reveal that the populations of members at their facilities are he ...

Source: Centre Daily Times   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:31:46

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Leader in Fitness Industry Releases Proven Data on Health Benefits of Popular Interactive Video Game in Conjunction with University of Wisconsin The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's leading authority on fitness and one of the largest fitness certification, education and training organizations in the world, today announced key findings of an exclusive study conducted at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse Exercise and Health Program, on the Nintendo Wii. Investigating the potential fitness benefits of Wii Sports, includ ...

Source: ACE Announces Study Findings on Fitness Benefits of Nintendo Wii   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:00:00

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This week, the Erlanger schedule of classes and events includes HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities, a variety of health screenings and Safe and Sound information. Events are free and registration is required unless otherwise noted. Call Erlanger HealthLink at 423 778-LINK (5465), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. HealthLink Plus is a free membership program open to adults 18 and older.Monday, July 28Low Impact Exercise9:00 - 10:00 a.m.HealthLink Plus Office (Northgate Mall)Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class ...

Source: The Chattanoogan   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:31:04

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Support GroupsHearing Loss Association of Shasta County support groupThis group is for anyone with, or the family and friends of someone with, a hearing loss. No-host lunch available.Day: First Monday of each month.Time: 11 a.m.Place: Country Waffles on Athens Avenue in Redding.Call: 365-0790.Bereavement Education and Support Group IThis group is for anyone grieving a death. Registration required.Day: Thursdays.Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.Place: Mercy Hospice, 1544 Market St. in Redding.Call: 245-4070.Cancer Survivors Support GroupThis grou ...

Source: The Record Searchlight   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:03:09

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Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Health and Fitness Clubs in the US 2008" report to their offering.Revenues and membership for the U.S. health and fitness club industry show consistent positive growth, but topline figures may not tell the entire story. Rapid expansion of commercial fitness clubs has pushed the industry closer to saturation, and marketers have shifted their strategies as a result. A number of factors may contribute to slower growth in the near term.Analysis and insights offered include:-How club ...

Source: Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:00:00

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Police are looking for a man who has allegedly assaulted three women at two Windham, New Hampshire fitness centers this month.The man is accused of approaching the women and asking them to teach him an exercise or massage technique. Then he allegedly grabs their foot and puts it on his groin.Windham police Sgt. Carl Wagner says the assault is minor in nature, but he fears the crimes could escalate into something bigger.Investigators have described the man as between 20 and 30-years-old with blond hair.They have received calls that ear ...

Source: Boston Globe   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:33:00

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Aimed kids not in sports programsArkansas Methodist Medical Center has implemented a new program aimed at promoting fitness in youngsters. For the past two weeks, the pilot program, aptly named "Fitness Kids," has sought to instill both exercise and healthy eating habits in youngsters aged 10-15 who are not already involved in sports. The program, which concluded Thursday, featured three youngsters, Austin Adams, Kaylee Parr and Neal Chronister meeting in the hospital aerobic center from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. learning cooking of he ...

Source: Paragould Daily Press   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:28:25

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The UPS Ultimate 10K and 5K was held recently at St. Philip Episcopal Church in the Davies Plantation subdivision. The race is put on by the Davies Plantation Homeowners Association, and the Memphis Runners Track Club. The two races had about 625 runners and walkers and raised more than $15,000 for Youth Villages. Photos, from top: The siren signals the start of the race. Train and Andrea Henderson camp it up on the 10K with young Brodie. The Young Guns entertain runners. Terri Clarke, Joyce Blackford, Judy Thomas, Linda Meeks and Ma ...

Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 05:14:32

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Officials at the Allegheny Valley YMCA are taking their battle against youth obesity and wellness public.With a $9,350 grant from Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield, the 'Y' has purchased exercise equipment designed for young people.And the public can use it free of charge."A lot of it was from Highmark's end," said Joe Reinard, who is in charge of the program. "We felt we would offer it as a public service."Equipment purchased with the grant include STRIVE brand Kidz Ab Crunch and Kidz Low Back Extension machines. The devices are specif ...

Source: Valley News Dispatch   Mon, 21 Jul 2008 04:19:07

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Saturday's Family Health and Fitness Expo in downtown Fresno targeted the Hispanic community.Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control show that one in five Hispanics has high blood pressure and that Hispanics are two times more likely to develop diabetes than Caucasians. Adding to the epidemic, many don't have access to health care.Dalila Herrera with "Healthy Kids" said, "They don't know these programs are out there. I can't tell you how many times we've done an enrollment and they've been searching high and low and they find ...

Source: KFSN-TV Fresno   Sun, 20 Jul 2008 02:10:09

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Kids Fitness Festival teaches the benefits of exercise and nutritionAs Marquis Waters walked through the auditorium, he thought, "This must be kids' wonderland.""They had so many sports to choose from," Marquis, 9, of Delray Beach, said of the annual Kids Fitness Festival on Friday. "I tried tennis, fitness and rugby because I love football . . . and it's like football."The Pine Grove Elementary fourth-grader was among 3,200 youths from Palm Beach and Broward counties at the festival at the South Florida Fairgrounds.The volunteer-run ...

Source: Sun-Sentinel   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:19:39

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Health club and gym memberships, which were once considered a monthly, budgeted in cost are now being dubbed to many as a "luxury". Many are now opting for a stay-at-home lifestyle and "cocooning" has become an increasingly attractive option in light of the ongoing economic recession. Women can now avoid commuting and high gas prices while achieving their health & fitness goals in the comfort of their own homes. By popular demand, JNL Inc., the thriving health and lifestyle consultation firm of Fitness Celebrity Jennifer Nicole Lee ha ...

Source: PRWeb via Yahoo! News   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:01:00

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A swimming pool was one of the main attractions at the former Knights of Columbus 1038 Hall at 6501 Classen Blvd.Council members loved swimming and holding cook-outs Saturday evenings after Mass, said Bill Cathey, past grand knight.In 2006, Chesapeake Energy Corp. paid $1.8 million for the Santa Fe Fitness and Racquet Club at 6300 N Santa Fe, and swapped it for the Knights' hall on Classen.The Catholic men's international fraternal and service organization saw the swap as an opportune time to impact not only the Catholic community but ...

Source: The Oklahoman   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 05:17:20

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A warrant for the arrest of Nadir Giga, a former fitness center operator, was issued, charging him with grand theft and accusing him of signing a new member although he's facing eviction.The Miramar resident operated Sporthouse Fitness at 41 S.W. Monterey Road until he was evicted from the property less than a year after opening and his equipment was repossessed, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office reports.Several frustrated members contacted the state Division of Consumer Services and filed offense reports with the Martin Cou ...

Source: Stuart News   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 04:12:35

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Dave Hagglund of CB Richard Ellis represented the lessee of the Deal of the Week. Bill Neece of Neece Commercial represented the lessor.The deal was a leasehold by 24 Hour Fitness of 37,945 square feet of retail space at 355 Marketplace Ave. in San Diego. The 15-year lease is valued at $13,927,148. The lessor is PDP Imperial Partners LLC.The 24 Hour Fitness building will be constructed in the Imperial Marketplace shopping center and is scheduled for completion in summer 2009. Anchored by Home Depot (NYSE: HD) and 99 Cents Only ...

Source: San Diego Daily Transcript via Yahoo! News   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:23:58

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Golf balls and tennis rackets may improve the health of the Mississippi Delta, a place where large numbers of residents suffer from heart-related illnesses.Or that is the hope of Sara Deason, director of the North Sunflower Medical Foundation, the philanthropic arm of North Sunflower Medical Center in Ruleville, as the organization prepares for Birdies and Backhands, a fundraising event being held at the Indianola Country Club on Aug. 2.Proceeds from the golf and tennis tournament will go to fund a wellness center on the campus of the ...

Source: The Bolivar Commercial   Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:28:58

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A warrant for the arrest of Nadir Giga, a former fitness center operator, has been issued, charging him with grand theft and accusing him of signing a new member despite knowing that he was facing eviction.The Miramar resident operated Sporthouse Fitness at 41 S.W. Monterey Road until he was evicted from the property less than a year after opening and his equipment was repossessed, according to Martin County Sheriff's Office reports.Several frustrated members contacted the State Division of Consumer Services and filed offense incident ...

Source: Stuart News   Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:12:35

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Tony Marks, personal fitness trainer, returned to the Lincoln City Community Center following a lengthy absence."We are so glad to have Tony back," said Gail Kimberling, community center director. "He has many loyal clients and was greatly missed."Marks is certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and American Arthritis Foundation, and is a certified nutritionist. In addition, Marks is a Fourth Degree Black Belt, who owns and operates Lifestyle School of Martial Arts. Classes for the martial arts school are held Tuesday ...

Source: Newport News-Times   Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:26:32

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Group: APKidzsongsMembers: Adrianne Pezzella (vocals, piano, songwriting), Dean Johanesen (guitars, vocals, percussion, production)Base of operation: SarasotaWhen formed: 2007Style/genre of music: Children's Bio: Pezzella is an energetic dynamo who taught physical fitness to children, men and women and, in a custom-designed program, to mothers and their strollered offspring. In her work with children, Pezzella noticed that whatever the task, music was motivational. That thought, combined with her piano background and lifelong ...

Source: The Sarasota Herald-Tribune   Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:42:40

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To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Health & fitness" in the subject line.Immunization Clinics for Children: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays; 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 1-6 p.m. Thursdays; and 9-11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month, Lake County Health Department Belvidere Medical Building Annex, 2303 Dodge Avenue, Waukegan. The cost of an immunization is $10, but no one is denied services ...

Source: Daily Herald   Thu, 17 Jul 2008 05:43:26

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24 Hour Fitness has leased 37,945 square feet of retail space at 355 Marketplace Ave., San Diego 92113. The 15-year lease is valued at $13,927,148. The lessor is PDP Imperial Partners LLC.The 24 Hour Fitness building will be constructed in the Imperial Marketplace shopping center and is scheduled for completion in summer 2009. Anchored by Home Depot (NYSE: HD) and 99 Cents Only, the 275,000-square-foot center also includes Navy Federal Credit Union, KFC, Sizzler and Starbucks (Nasdaq: SBUX).Dave Hagglund of CB Richard Ellis represente ...

Source: San Diego Daily Transcript via Yahoo! News   Thu, 17 Jul 2008 02:02:39

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HFB is a forum to see the latest gear from manufacturers, learn from your peers and industry experts and be inspired by dynamic keynote speakers. At HFB we connect a targeted audience of buyers and sellers of strength, cardio and fitness equipmentContactLance CamisascaTel: +1 949 226 5712Email: lance.camisasca@nielsen.com ...

Source: World Leisure News   Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:07:01

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Tony Marks, personal fitness trainer, returned to the Lincoln City Community Center following a lengthy absence."We are so glad to have Tony back," said Gail Kimberling, community center director. "He has many loyal clients and was greatly missed."Marks is certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and American Arthritis Foundation, and is a certified nutritionist. In addition, Marks is a Fourth Degree Black Belt, who owns and operates Lifestyle School of Martial Arts. Classes for the martial arts school are held Tuesday ...

Source: Newport News-Times   Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:49:32

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If you happen to be in the Gilford Village between 5:30 and 7 a.m. in the morning on a weekday look out for the Gilford Fire Department. Their not putting out fires but they're sizzling hot. The Gilford Firefighters are going the extra mile to be the fittest firefighters and in top-notch shape for any emergency.Outdoor Fitness Boot Camp is lead by Adventure Trainer Sharon Palisi of Get A Life. The department cares about the health and wellness of their men and women, even Fire Chief Jim Hayes is there pulling his own weight.It's the " ...

Source: The Citizen of Laconia   Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:57:33

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Free sessions get children movingKathleen M. Ross is concerned that Tessia, her 8-year-old daughter - the youngest of nine children - spends too much time in the car, mainly while accompanying her parents on errands, or to take her older siblings to activities."She struggles with tiredness," the West Boylston mother said. "Kids don't get enough exercise, so it helps to have a little something extra to get them motivated."Tessia certainly appeared to be inspired Monday - doing push-ups, squats, and sit-ups with glee, and then boogying ...

Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette   Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:43:19

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The moms are taking over on Discovery Health's website (www.discoveryhealth.com), as maternal fitness experts from StrollerFit Powered by mommymuscle, the nation's premier mom and baby fitness company, begin blogging all about motherhood.The blog features StrollerFit President Mary Beth Knight and a host of StrollerFit franchisees from around the country, including a childbirth educator, an exercise physiologist, a counselor and more. Mothers all, they will blog from their personal experience and expertise on a variety of mom-friendly ...

Source: PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:33:00

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The 24 Hour Fitness health club chain has signed a $13.9 million, 15-year lease to move into the Imperial Marketplace shopping center, broker CB Richard Ellis said July 14.The San Ramon-based chain will move into a 37,945-square-foot building, which is scheduled for completion in summer 2009. Imperial Marketplace is a 275,000-square-foot center at 355 Marketplace Ave. in Southeast San Diego, anchored by The Home Depot and 99 Cents Only. The center also includes Navy Federal Credit Union, KFC, Sizzler and Starbucks.Neece Commercial rep ...

Source: San Diego Business Journal   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:02:27

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Q. I am concerned about the type of exercises I can do for arthritic changes that are going on in my cervical vertebrae. Some of the vertebrae are fused, and I have lipping between the spines and the bodies of the remainder, with a lack of most disk spaces. Any suggestions would be appreciated. - Robert Kreycik, Denver, Colo.A. The human body is miraculously held upright by a column of 33 bones that extends from the skull to the pelvis. The cervical vertebrae are the seven that constitute the upper part of the spine, from the skull to ...

Source: Lancaster Online   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:41:21

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YORKVILLE -- Goodbye Club 47, and welcome REC Center.The former private fitness club on Route 47 here run by Ron Walker has officially changed ownership to the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department.Staff moved in July 1, shined up the facilities, re-grouted the whirlpool and changed the club's name.The REC Center will now function as a health and wellness club with classes and programs open to the public. Additionally, memberships for just the track or the pool are available.The city is leasing the building for $17,500 per month.A ...

Source: The Beacon News   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:21:35

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Free clinics add baseball, hoops to mixLast year, his first as Bristol County District Attorney, Sam Sutter stood on the tennis courts at Bristol Community College and announced the initiation of a series of free youth tennis clinics that he and a group of volunteers from his office would personally conduct and administrate.Monday afternoon, Sutter was back on a tennis court, this time at B.M.C. Durfee High School, to announce not only the return of the tennis clinics but also the inauguration of two new programs that are part of his ...

Source: Fall River Herald News   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:25:22

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After receiving "thousands of calls and e-mails from Mac users," Posit Science Corp. says its bringing its Brain FItness Classic program to the Mac. Developed by a team of more than 50 neuroscientists, Posit claims on average, users memory improves to that of a person 10 years younger. The software is also designed to promote "faster thinking" and "sharper focus." Brain Fitness Classic uses six exercises to sharpen cognitive function. By identifying and choosing between different kinds of sounds, speech, stories and instructions, the ...

Source: MacNN   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:47:34

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Support GroupsHearing Loss Association of Shasta County support groupThis group is for anyone with, or the family and friends of someone with, a hearing loss. No-host lunch available.Day: First Monday of each month.Time: 11 a.m.Place: Country Waffles on Athens Avenue in Redding.Call: 365-0790.Bereavement Education and Support Group IThis group is for anyone grieving a death. Registration required.Day: Thursdays.Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.Place: Mercy Hospice, 1544 Market St. in Redding.Call: 245-4070.Cancer Survivors Support GroupThis grou ...

Source: The Record Searchlight   Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:53:41

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Brain Fitness Isn't Just for PC Users AnymorePosit Science Corporation, the leader in brain health software, today announced the general availability of the Mac OS X version of the Brain Fitness Program Classic. Over the past year, the company has received thousands of calls and emails from Mac users who want the benefits of faster thinking, sharper focus, and better memory and would like to do the proven program on their Mac computers.Posit Science programs are based on the company's in depth understanding of the science of brain pla ...

Source: TM for Mac OS X   Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:00:00

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The Memphis Runners Track Club Women and Running Program had its first training session July 7. "We had just over 200 ladies at the walking site alone," Sherry Rogers, one of the group leaders, wrote in an e-mail. Rogers is shown here in sleeveless shirt, visor and wearing a whistle as she leads the walking group. "Over 1,000 women have signed up for the running and walking programs," which run until Aug 25, and lead up to a 5K on Sept. 6.The program meets on Monday nights at 6:30 at different locations in the Shelby Farms area. For i ...

Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal   Mon, 14 Jul 2008 05:51:18

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CLINICAL WORKShots for Tots, 2-6 p.m., St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. Free immunizations for newborn to 12 years old from the Brazos County Health Department. Bring shot record. Details: 731-1231.GET MOVINGSenior Ladies Tennis, Gordon's Tennis at Aerofit, 4455 Carter Creek Parkway in Bryan. Fridays at 8 a.m. Details: 846-8925.2nd Summer Session of Fitness Camps. Sessions for various ages offered at www.trainwithcharlie.com. LEARNING OPPORTUNITIESSafe Sitter Course, 12:30-5 p.m. $70 fee inclu ...

Source: The Bryan-College Station Eagle   Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:32:48

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