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The Park Ridge Park District is dedicated to keeping active adults having fun, keeping busy, and staying active! Review each section's details by clicking on the info button. The Play That Goes Wrong (2 Feet) Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights, IL Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, The Play That Goes Wrong is an Olivier-Award winning gut-busting global sensation that is guaranteed to leave you aching from laughter. In this farcical fiasco of a show, a bungling troupe of thespians attempt to stage a 1920’s WHODUNIT murder mystery. Instead, these accident-prone actors trip over everything, including their lines, and things quickly go from bad to absolutely disastrous. From a fainting femme, to a corpse that can’t quite croak, The Play That Goes Wrong features everything you never wanted in a show. Will these avocational actors even make it to the final curtain? Come see this wildly entertaining, side-splitting show and find out! Lunch at a local restaurant. Fee includes lunch, ticket, and transportation. Registration deadline: March 4.

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Osteoporosis vs. Osteopenia How do I know if I have it? What tests provide information about them? Is a Dexa Scan better than a Bone strength measurement? Learn new assessments & treatments recommended as well as how to prevent and treat both. Instructor: Mary Bielski, RN, MSN, EdD. This is a contracted class. CAC

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Sunscreens: Are the Ingredients Safe? UVA and UVB rays - What should we do to protect ourselves? Does sunscreen use prevent aging? How does sunburn increase my chances of skin cancer? What sunscreen brands are safe and effective? Instructor: Mary Bielski, RN, MSN, EdD. This is a contracted class. CAC

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Diet and Bones & How the Two Work Together Does diet contribute to bone health? Join this session to explore your diet. Look at your favorite soft drink for clues to calcium balance. Identify foods other than dairy that strengthen bones and identify helpful herbs. Gain awareness of exercises for bone growth. Instructor: Mary Bielski, RN, MSN, EdD. This is a contracted class. CAC

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The Danger of Hidden Caffeine Caffeine is a stimulant. What benefit is caffeine to us or is caffeine harmful? Why should we take in or avoid caffeine? Become familiar with some common sources of caffeine in daily intake. Instructor: Mary Bielski, RN, MSN, EdD. This is a contracted class. CAC

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