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Icon of the event Alzheimer's Disease Information Series
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Woodside Square

Join us for this informative 3-part series presented by the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. Topics covered will include an overview of "Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia", "How to have a Healthier Brain" and "Caregiver Stress"....


Upcoming Dates:
Tue Sep 10
Tue Sep 17
Tue Sep 24
Icon of the event Street Smarts--Safe Cycling Workshop presented by Cycle Toronto
Sat Aug 17, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Beaches

Learn the rules. Learn your rights. Learn the skills to ride with confidence. Cycle Toronto's interactive Street Smarts workshops cover the benefits of commuting by bicycle, laws that govern cyclists and motorists, technique...

Icon of the event Exercise for Older Adults (Cantonese)
Thu Aug 01, 2013 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Woodside Square

Older Adults will learn simple exercise techniques they can use at home. Presented by St. Paul's L'Amoreaux Centre.

Icon of the event Alzheimer's Disease:  Heads Up for Healthier Brains
Tue Jul 23, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Woodside Square

The changes we can make in our lives may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. There are some risk factors beyond our control such as age, but many of the risk factors are associated with lifestyle choices. Reg...

Icon of the event Healthy Heart...Healthy Life!
Tue Jun 25, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Beaches

Join us for a free workshop on Heart Health. Topics include uncovering the causes of heart attacks and strokes, determining your risk of heart disease; you will also learn about healthy eating, physical activity and reducing ...

Pedometer Lending Program
Pedometer Lending Program

Count your steps using a pedometer borrowed from the library. Get some motivation and get active.