Winter 2019

 WELLNESS BOOK CLUB Co-sponsored: Montgomery Floyd Regional Library/Christiansburg Department of Parks and Recreation Eligibility: Ages 18 and over Location: Library Additional Information: Make healthy steps in your own life by joining the Wellness Book Club! The club is for adults and will meet at the library each month. Book discussions will be led by a library employee on topics of health, fitness, nutrition and wellness. For more information on the monthly book selection, etc. contact the Recreation Department at 382-2349. Participants must pre-register. Minimum: 6 Maximum: 20 Registration Date Time Book FEE Dec. 2 – Jan. 24 Tuesday, Jan. 28 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. “Year of Yes” by Shonda Rhimes Free, Must Pre-register  STEP-BY-STEP HOME BUYERS CLASS – Instructor: Rachel Hogan - Nest Realty Location: Recreation Center- Classroom 1 Additional Information: Join Rachel as she gives you helpful tips to be aware of when purchasing a home. Must Pre-Register. Minimum: 2 Maximum: 15 Registration Eligibility Date Time TR/NR Sept. 3 – Jan. 23 Ages 18 and over Wednesday, Jan. 29 6 - 8 p.m. FREE, Must Pre-Register  SAMS/GOLDEN CORRAL BREAKFAST TRIP Additional Information: Start your morning with breakfast at Golden Corral and then on to shopping at SAMS Club. Participants are responsible for paying for their own breakfast. Minimum: 5 Maximum: 13 Registration Eligibility Date Time FEE Location Dec. 4 – Jan. 24 18 & over Friday, Jan. 31 Leave Recreation Center at 8 a.m. $6/$12 Roanoke, VA  GO RED FOR HEART HEALTH – MONDAY, FEB. 3 Additional Information: American Heart Month represents a critical time for raising awareness of preventative actions and healthy lifestyle choices that lead to better heart health. Responsible for 1 in every 4 deaths, heart disease is a subject that needs to be addressed. Stop by the information table in the lobby between 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. register for door prizes to be given away. Wear red on Friday, Feb. 7 for the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women’s Heart Health Day.  SOUPS, STEWS AND CHILI IN THE INSTANT POT – Instructor: Jennifer Friend Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center – Kitchen Additional Information: In this class, the instructor will demonstrate a soup, stew and chili recipe for you to taste test and add to your winter recipe rotation. You will also go home with a full belly and a copy of the recipes. All recipes will be less than 500 calories per serving. Feel free to bring your own Instant Pot with you for hands-on instruction. Minimum: 4 Maximum: 8 Registration Eligibility Date Time TR/NR Jan. 2 – Feb. 5 Ages 18 & over Monday, Feb. 10 6:30 – 8 p.m. $13/$23

 MONEY TALKS – Instructor: Abbie Richardson, Financial Professional Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center – Classroom 2

Additional Information: Join Abbie Richardson of New York Life at this informative seminar. The seminar discusses with parents ways to talk to their children about financial matters. Parents may even learn a few things about them- selves. Those who attend will leave with a greater understanding of the importance of financial literacy. During this event, we will discuss the importance of teaching our children about money, ways to help them make good decisions and benefits of smart choices. Participants must pre-register. Minimum: 4 Maximum: 15 Registration Eligibility Date Time Fee Dec. 2 – Feb. 6 Ages 18 & over Wednesday, Feb. 12 6 – 7:30 p.m. Free

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