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St. Joe’s at the Mall

Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Eastwood Mall.

• EXERCISE CLASSES AVAILABLE — Call 330-652-7542 to inquire and register.

• FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS: 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and Thursdays.

• DIETITIAN AVAILABLE: by appointment every first and third Friday; no cost — call 330-652-7542.

• AMERICA’S 250TH CELEBRATION BINGO: 2 to 4 p.m. Friday. St. Joe’s at the Mall and the Eastwood Mall are partnering for another fun-packed round of BINGO with a patriotic twist. Free to play and many chances to win great prizes!

• HOSPICE 101: 9 to 11 a.m. Monday. Learn about what hospice has to offer. Meet with Erin Sanders in front of our facility in the JCPenney concourse.

Mahoning County Public Health to offer Bingocize classes

Mahoning County Public Health is offering Bingocize classes. These classes are a combination of fitness and health education that incorporates the game of bingo. Bingocize is focused on helping sedentary adults ages 55 and over to fit physical activity into their lives in a fun way to help to reduce their risk of falling.

Whether it’s grooving to tunes, involving family and friends or simply enjoying the company of fellow Bingocizers, the program is easily adaptable, making it a welcoming experience for sedentary older adults with various physical abilities.

Bingocize is an evidence-based program that will:

• Improve and maintain mobility and independence.

• Use health information for falls reduction.

• Engage individuals in a social setting.

Classes will meet 11 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays until mid-August at Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio St., Sebring.

Preregistration is required. For more information or to register, call 330-270-2855 ext. 137.

OSU Extension Mahoning County offers ‘Build Your Bones’ series

Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County is inviting community members to participate in “Build Your Bones,” a four-week educational series focused on improving and maintaining bone health.

Offered in collaboration with University of Florida, this educational program will provide practical information on protecting bone health through nutrition, movement and prevention strategies. Participants will gain valuable tools to support lifelong wellness and reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

Topics throughout the series include:

• Osteoporosis and diagnostic testing.

• Healthy eating strategies and nutrients that support strong bones.

• Medications that promote bone health.

• Fall prevention and safe physical activity to improve strength and balance.

A special guest presentation will be provided by Andrea Nikolai, registered dietitian and family and consumer sciences extension agent, who will discuss the nutrients essential for bone health.

The series will be hosted from 10 a.m. to noon July 6, 20 and 27 at Ohio State University Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.

The cost to attend is $20 for all four sessions. Registration is now open at go.osu.edu/buildyourbones.

For more information, contact Ohio State University Extension-Mahoning at 330-533-5538