yoga, laughter, feasting,chocolate

When? February 14 from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

Where? Ecotrust 721 N.W. 9th Av. Portland, OR 97209

What?

Yoga, chocolate tasting, wine, delicious organic four course meal.

$40 per person.

For menu information and to register online click here:

http://feb14.eventbrite.com/

Remember when a valentine was a simple act of sharing? A way to show appreciation, one construction paper heart at a time?

It still can be.

Deepen your bond as you deepen your stretch. Partner yoga is an easy & spontaneous way to share laughter & joy.

Create fond memories that form the bedrock of a fulfilling relationship.

Delight your taste buds with a lovingly prepared organic, seasonal feast including wine & chocolate from the Blossoming Lotus Cafe.

Recess Intro to Pilates

When? Mondays January 22- March 29, 2007 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Where? Wilsonville Community Center 7965 SW Wilsonville Rd. Wilsonville, OR 97070 tel: 503.682.3727

What?

If you’ve had problems with poor posture, lower back pain or muscle injuries, this is the class for you! Most postures will be done in a seated position or lying down. The mat work in this class will improve core strength, balance, and flexibility, and is geared toward beginners and those who have done Pilates before.

Walk away feeling taller, stronger, and more balanced! $10 per class.

Register here:

http://activenet4.active.com/cityofwilsonville/

Six Steps to Better Health Series

When? Tuesdays in February 6, 13, 20, 27 from 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Where? LuLulemon Athletica 1231 NW Couch St Portland, OR 97209 tel: 503.274.0007

On Couch between 12th & 13th, across the street from Whole Foods Market

What?

Everyone can be a little happier and a little healthier. Often it happens in subtle ways that are much easier to apply than you might think. The six steps cover basic, time-tested components of good health (i.e. hydration, nutrition, exertion, relaxation, recreation, relations).

The six steps does not shill a one size fits all plan. There are no fads, no pills, and no strict rules. The Six Steps look at every human being as operating within a social ecology and works to inform and empower people of all levels of health to optimize those aspects of their life that contribute to a sustainable, well-adjusted, healthy lifestyle.

Register here:

http://6stepslululemon.eventbrite.com

Gift of yoga series

When? Sundays in February 4,11,18,25 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Where? LuLulemon Athletica 1231 NW Couch St Portland, OR 97209 tel: 503.274.0007

On Couch between 12th & 13th, across the street from Whole Foods Market

What?

A benefit yoga class; give a minimum $5 donation as payment each week. Funds raised will be donated to a local charity.

Whether you are new to yoga or already enjoy a regular practice, come and experience an energetic practice led by instructors from Recess while giving to a good cause!

Register here:

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/44379741

Does showing love to employees boost the bottom line?

When? February 14, 2007 7:15 AM - 8:45 AM

Who? SHRM/PHRMA members (HRM SIG)

Where? American Red Cross, 3131 N. Vancouver Ave. (1 block north of Emmanuel Hospital)

What?

Health care is an increasingly worrisome cost burden for Oregon businesses. A recent Statesman Journal article says, "State health-care premiums' growth outpaces nation's..."

Wellness is being offered left and right as a way to control costs, reduce absenteeism, increase retention and basically cure all that ails health care as we know it, but how likely is a savvy HR organization to realize any return on investment from a wellness program?

This seminar will look at the latest research, trends, and help you strategize about whether or not wellness can work for your people.

Register here:

RSVP Jack Kondrasuk (503-943-7278) by 10 AM on February 12, 2007 if you ARE planning to attend. Early registration is appreciated.

Portland non-profit BecomeX is a career and life-skills personal development program for young women ages 16-29.

On Monday March 12, 2007, BecomeX will hold their 3rd annual fundraiser entitled, "Shimmer and Shine: Live from the Inside Out" at the Gerding Theater at the newly renovated Armory building located at 128 NW Eleventh Avenue.

The event will open with a cocktail reception from 6pm-7pm, followed by a formal program showcasing BecomeX graduates from 7:30pm-9pm. Tickets may be purchased at www.becomex.org/shine for $35. Proceeds from the event will go toward funding for the program.

Recess is proud to invest in the vision of BecomeX by teaching health and wellness classes. Their March 12, 2007 event is bound to be a blast. This organization does wonderful things to help build the self sufficiency and self esteem of young girls and women. Even if you have nothing to contribute in terms of donations, just being there is a huge boost and a way to say you support these young people in their development.

Register here:

http://www.becomex.org/shine/