A Woman’s View Calendar

A Woman’s View Calendar

Register for classes in advance by calling A Woman’s Place at 920-498-4205 unless otherwise indicated.

To ensure your place in the programs, fees must be received FOUR days prior to class date. Please send class fee to: A Woman’s Place, 1727 Shawano Avenue, Suite 101, Green Bay, WI 54303.

Class Cancellations: In the event a class must be cancelled, registrants will be notified in advance and an appropriate credit or refund will be issued.

Credit Policy: Individual class credits will be issued if A Woman’s Place cancels a class or you have a valid medical excuse from a doctor. Class credits must be used within six months of the cancellation date.

Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given only if A Woman’s Place cancels a class. A $10 processing fee will be charged for any exceptions.


Tuesdays Together

Don’t Let Me Sneeze, Don’t Make Me Laugh
Tuesday, September 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Loss of bladder control is not inevitable. It’s a common medical condition that can often be treated. Learn what you can do to treat or control the symptoms of incontinence. Free.
Presenters: Thomas Schlueter, MD, Prevea Urology; Brenda Bartels, NP, Prevea Clinic Urology; Sara Ehlert, PT, St. Mary’s Hospital physical therapist

It’s Not All in Your Head New!
Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
One in four households has someone who suffers from migraines. If your headaches sometimes cause nausea or sensitivity to light or limit your activities, you may be a migraine sufferer. Learn more about treatment options, as well as a healthy lifestyle to deal with this condition. Free.
Presenter: Bonnie Groessl, MSN, APNP, Prevea Headache Clinic

A Woman’s Heart: What Makes Hers Different? New!
Tuesday, September 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Join Oprah’s cardiologist, Annabelle Santos Volgman, MD, for a frank discussion on women and cardiovascular disease. Why is it the number one killer of women? How can it be prevented? Which diagnostic tests are essential? When should they be done? Made possible through a grant by Fujisawa Healthcare. Free.
Location: Meyer Theatre, 117 South Washington, Green Bay

Hormones and Breast Disease New!
Tuesday, October 5, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Can hormone replacement therapy cause breast cancer? Join our breast health educators as they discuss the effects of hormones and breast disease. Breast self-examination will also be demonstrated. Free.
Presenter: Sue Klein, St. Mary’s Hospital Breast Health Services

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall New!
Tuesday, October 19, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Who you are is reflected in the mirror of life. Sometimes people or things project their views onto us. Listen and discover the mirror’s treasures. Free.
Presenter: Sister Caroline Sullivan, OP, administrator, spiritual guide, and organic gardener, The Bridge Between Retreat Center

Understanding Nutrition Labels
Tuesday, November 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
You read labels. But do you know what you’re reading? How much is a serving? Should you count calories or grams? What do the percentages mean? Let us help make sense of it all. Free.
Presenter: Cindy Pelnar, registered dietitian, St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center

everywoman’s journaling Program
Tuesday, November 16, 1 to 3:30 p.m. or 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Keeping a journal helps us learn how our mental and physical health is affected by our body’s responses to life experiences of all kinds. Receive a free journal, pen, and guidebook on how to journal proactively. A free program of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation (WWHF) Rural Women’s Health Network. Space is limited.
Facilitators: WWHF Journal Facilitators

Family Birthing Center Classes
St. Mary’s Family Birthing Center offers classes, too!
• Lamaze Classes • Sibling Class
• Meet the Certified • Breast-feeding Class
Nurse Midwife • Infant Massage Classes
Call A Woman’s Place for more information at 920-498-4205 or visit us on the Web at www.stmgb.org.

Get-Togethers

Intro to T’ai Chi
Wednesday, September 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
T’ai chi is a series of slow, relaxed movements that helps integrate body, mind, and spirit. Experience it for yourself. Wear comfortable clothing. Free.
Presenter: Eric Peters, second-degree black belt t’ai chi instructor

T’ai Chi Series New!
Mondays and Wednesdays, September 13 through October 6, 1 to 2 p.m.
Get all the benefits of t’ai chi: exercise, muscle toning, relaxation, balance, increased concentration, and more in this class. Wear comfortable clothing.
Presenter: Eric Peters, second-degree black belt t’ai chi instructor
Fee: $75 for eight sessions

Yoga for Life
Mondays and Wednesdays, September 13 to October 6; October 11 to November 3; and November 8 to December 1; 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
This yoga class includes meditation, guided imagery, education, and physical movement. Please bring your own yoga mat and pillow or blanket. Space is limited.
Instructor: Silvia Stoffer, RYT 200 hours, certified in integrative yoga therapy
Fee: $75 for eight sessions

Yoga for Well-Being
Fridays, September 17 through October 8, 2 to 3:15 p.m.
For those with busy schedules who prefer to meet only once a week. Please bring your own yoga mat and pillow or blanket. Space is limited.
Instructor: Silvia Stoffer, RYT 200 hours, certified in integrative yoga therapy
Fee: $40 for four sessions

Osteoporosis Management Program
Thursdays, October 7, 14, and 21, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This three-week series is designed for individuals diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia (bone loss). Each week will feature an educational component, a Q & A session, and 30 minutes of exercise appropriate for individuals with osteoporosis. Please bring a mat to lie on. A signed permission slip or prescription from your doctor is required to participate in the exercise sessions.
Presenters: Tom Berg, pharmacist, St. Mary’s Hospital; Sara Ehlert, physical therapist, St. Mary’s Hospital Rehabilitation Services; Jean Bouche, registered dietitian, St. Mary’s Hospital; and Michelle Cullen, NP, Prevea Clinic
Fee: $40

Feldenkrais: Awareness Through Movement
Wednesdays, October 13, 20, and 27, 1 to 2 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m.
Attend the Feldenkrais series to become more in tune with habitual movement patterns and learn new options to improve coordination, relaxation, and flexibility. Loose clothing, blanket/mat, and two towels required.
Presenter: Michelle Vine, physical therapist, St. Mary’s Hospital Rehabilitation Services
Fee: $36 for three-class series

Soothing Scents for the Holidays New!
Monday, November 8, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a peek into the world of aromatherapy and essential oils just in time for winter and the Christmas season. Create your own scrub and get other ideas for healthy and fun Christmas gifts.
Presenter: Pat Diamond, essential oil specialist
Fee: $10, includes class and materials

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Educational Health Screenings

Bone Density Screening
Thursday, September 23, 9 a.m. to noon, by appointment
A simple test that uses ultrasound to measure the bone density of the heel can help you learn whether you may be at risk of developing osteoporosis. While this is not a diagnostic exam, a health care professional will discuss the results and answer your questions. Recommended for women ages 40 and older.
Fee: $15 per person

Cardiovascular Assessment
Tuesdays, September 14 and 21, October 12 and 19, November 9 and 16, and December 14 and 21, by appointment
This assessment will measure your blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol levels, fasting blood sugar, body mass index, and other factors to determine your 10-year risk of developing heart disease. An EKG is included. A cardiac registered nurse will review the results with you. A 12-hour fast is required.
Fee: $40; Scholarships are available.

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Healthy Families

Natural Family Planning
For an appointment, call Sue Costello, MS, women’s health educator at St. Mary’s Hospital, at 920-498-4203.

Fertility Awareness
Wednesday, September 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Learn the physical and emotional signs of fertility and infertility and how to chart female fertility patterns and cycles. Open to couples and individual women.
Presenter: Sue Costello, MS, women’s health educator at St. Mary’s Hospital
Fee: $10 per couple/individual

Girl Talk
Saturday, September 25 or October 30, 9 a.m. to noon
This program is for girls ages 10 to 12 and their mothers or other significant female adults. Focus is on changes that occur as a
girl matures. Topics include growing up, menstruation, communication, and friendship. Mothers and daughters separate for part of the program—girls do a craft activity while moms meet for a discussion.
Presenters: Sue Costello, MS, women’s health educator at St. Mary’s Hospital, and Tanya Arps, MS, YWCA
Fee: $15 per family

Another Option: The Certified Nurse-Midwife
Thursday, September 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Certified nurse-midwives provide a home-birth-like experience within the safety of the hospital. Moms-to-be are encouraged to create a wish list of what they would like to happen or not happen at their child’s birth. Meet one-on-one with Prevea’s certified nurse-midwives to see whether this birthing option is right for you. Free.

Parenting Your Preschooler
Wednesdays, October 6 through 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
The healthy relationships you create with your preschooler can last a lifetime. Learn the importance of listening to your children, dealing with their feelings, and gaining their cooperation. Space is limited.
Facilitator: Jodi Kaftan, MS, Director, St. Mary’s Early Childhood Center
Fee: $30 for four sessions, includes a copy of the book How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk

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Support and Encouragement

Elizabeth Ministry
Elizabeth Ministry offers companionship and support to women during times of personal crisis. Women are assigned a volunteer partner who has gone through a similar experience. The volunteer provides friendship and emotional support. Call 920-498-4203. Free.

Look Good…Feel Better
Mondays, September 13, October 4, November 1, and December 6,
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
As a national American Cancer Society (ACS) public service program, Look Good…Feel Better helps women receiving cancer treatments learn how to manage appearance-related side effects. Free.

Headache Support Group New!
Thursdays, October 14, November 11, and December 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Do you or someone you know suffer from debilitating headaches? A Woman’s Place, in cooperation with the National Headache Foundation, holds a monthly headache support group. Free.
Facilitator: Bonnie Groessl, MSN, APNP, Prevea Headache Clinic

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