Healthy Lifestyles

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Nutrition program for pregnant women, infants and children (under age of 5). Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-283-5050

Babes in the Woods

March 18, April 8 and May 20, 10 a.m. – noon In-town hiking series for children 4 and under and their grown-ups. Explore a different city park each month and get tips for hiking with young children. Registration required. $6/family City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

BabyCare

Home-visiting and education for expectant and new mothers with babies (ages 0-2). Ongoing, call for dates/times. Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9991

Care Coordination and Care Transitions

A health coach will work with clients who are discharged from the hospital to locate services in order to return to their home in the community. Local Office on Aging, Inc. Contact: 540-345-0451

Chronic Disease Self Management

This program offers workshops for older adults and adults with disabilities to develop skills and coping strategies to manage their chronic illness. Local Office on Aging, Inc. Contact: 540-345-0451

Confident City Cycling

May 3, 6 – 8:30 p.m. Cycling program for adult riders looking to build skills and confidence. Bring your own bike or contact Roanoke Mountain Adventures at 540-525-8295 to rent one. $15 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Eureka Park, 1529 Carroll Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

Diabetes Prevention Program

A year-long support program for pre-diabetic individuals looking for help in preventing Type 2 diabetes. Classes are ongoing, call for times. Registration required. Virginia Cooperative Extension - Roanoke Contact: 540-772-7524 or mskimb8@vt.edu

Explore Your Local Parks by Bike (Lunch Series)

March 5 and April 9 Come on a neighborhood ride of Roanoke parks. Each month features a different area of the city. Brring your own bike, helmet, and safety lights. $5 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

Free Virtual Health Presentations

March 18, noon – 1 p.m. Eat Right, Be Fit, Reduce Your Risk

March 25, noon – 1 p.m. Music as Medicine

Join Carilion Clinic Health Educators virtually to learn about health and wellness topics. Registration is free and required to receive the Webex code. Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach Contact: 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar

Get Outside! Program

March – June Outdoor adventure team-building programs for youth-serving community organizations and schools. Groups of up to 25 welcome. Registration is required. Apple Ridge Farm Contact: 540-982-1322 or alisha@appleridge.org

Jackson River Scenic Trail Bike and C&O Heritage Tour

May 11, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. A 29 mile trip Jackson River Scenic Trail that includes a tour of the C&O Railway Heritage Center in Clifton Forge. Leadership, bike support and tour admission provided. Bring your own bicycle, helmet and transportation to/from the trail. 18+, 15+ with adult. $40 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Intervale Trailhead, Covington, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard

May 5 and 20, 6 – 8 p.m. Learn everything you need to know about stand up paddleboarding (SUP). Courses will be held on calm water, no experience is necessary. All equipment is provided. Must be able to swim.18+, 10+ with adult. $35 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Carvins Cove Boat Dock, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

L.I.F.T. Chair Based Exercise Program (Virtual)

Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly, 11 a.m. – noon Designed for seniors and sedentary adults, this free online class builds strength and balance. Registration is required. Virginia Cooperative Extension - Roanoke Contact: 540-772-7524 or mskimb8@vt.edu

Morning Meditation & Coffee

April 20 and May 18, 8 – 8:30 a.m. Start your day at the beautiful Morningside Urban Farm. Enjoy free coffee and tea while being guided through a variety of short meditations to help you de-stress and focus on the present. Chairs available on-site or bring a yoga mat with you. Registration is required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar

New River Trail Biking

April 6, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bike the scenic New River Trail from Foster Falls to Pulaski. The 44.2 mile round trip includes lunch at the Draper Mercantile. Leadership, parking fee and bike support provided. Bring your own bicycle, helmet and transportation to/from the trail. 18+,15+ with adult. $40 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Foster Falls, Max Meadows, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

Prevent T2

This year-long, group-based program helps individuals with prediabetes change their lifestyle by setting realistic weight-loss goals and teaching strategies for improved health. New Horizons Healthcare 3716 Melrose Ave., N.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-362-0360, ext. 218 or dwhitehead@newhorizonshealthcare.org

Sound Immersion

May 6, 6 – 7 p.m. Bathe in the soothing sound waves of Angel Therapy Harps, tingshas, bells, drums, Tibetan brass bells, rain sticks and windchimes. Chairs available on-site or bring a yoga mat with you. Registration is required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga

May 26, 6 – 8 p.m. Experience the ultimate combination of balance and focus on the water while practicing classic yoga poses and techniques. All equipment and leadership is provided. Must be able to swim. 18+, 10+ with adult. $30 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Carvins Cove Boat Dock, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov

Sunset Meditation

May 20, 6 – 7 p.m. Learn how to ease the stress and tensions of the day and evoke calm in body, mind and spirit. Led by City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Department. Chairs available on-site or bring a yoga mat with you. Registration is required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar