Other Events & Learning Opportunities
Suburban Hospital WellWorks
January 11, 2021
Online Exercise Classes Keep the Community Connected
Suburban Hospital’s online Community Health and Wellness Classes keep members of the community active and engaged. Connect with others from the comfort of your home.
LEARN HOW
Virtual Zoom Classes & Events
Zoom links to the events listed below will be provided to registrants prior to the event
Start the New Year Right!
Quitting Smoking: Am I Ready?
Thinking about quitting smoking, but don’t know how to start? Register for a free and confidential telephone or Zoom meeting with a tobacco health navigator to learn about support options and discuss your next steps.
Call 301-896-2334 to learn more and schedule a free session.
*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*
Nutrition One on One
Cost: $85/hour; $45/half hour
Meet with a registered and licensed dietitian for a comprehensive health evaluation and to create a personalized nutrition and exercise program for the New Year.
Call 301-896-3615 to schedule a session.
*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*
Diabetes Thrive 365
Wednesday, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 and Mar. 10
6–7 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
This monthly series features guest speakers sharing insights about living well with diabetes. Learn strategies, exchange information and get the support needed to thrive 365 days a year.
Updates from the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium
Thursday, Jan. 14
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Join medical oncologist John Wallmark, MD, for a discussion of the latest advances in breast cancer research, treatment and survivorship presented at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
Yoga from the Heart
Thursdays, Jan. 14 – Mar. 4
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Cost: $70
REGISTER
This gentle yoga class, designed with cardiac patients in mind, teaches ways to manage physical, emotional and spiritual stress following a cardiac event or heart disease diagnosis.
Mindfulness Meditation
Fridays, Jan 22 – Feb. 26
11–11:45 a.m.
Cost: $55
REGISTER
A Mindfulness Center instructor will guide you on the basics of mindfulness meditation by focusing on posture, breathing and energy work.
Skin Cancer and Beyond
Wednesday, Jan. 27
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Board certified dermatologist Thomas Yu, MD, will talk about the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of skin cancer and share tips for maintaining skin health during the pandemic.
Dine, Learn & Move: Start the Day, Start the Year
Wednesday, Jan. 27
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!
Get your heart pumping with a fitness activity, tips for making healthy choices and a live cooking demonstration—all in one interactive session! Learn how a healthy breakfast sets the tone for a day full of energy, focus and an active metabolism. Email wellnessinfo@co.pg.md.us to register.
Get Back into Action with Joint Replacement
Thursday, Jan. 28
1–2 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Learn about the latest advances in joint replacement surgery and treatment options for common hip and knee joint issues.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Concerned Persons Program
Join us for a series of lectures to learn how to help a loved one coping with a substance abuse disorder.
Contact bkane@jhmi.edu with questions about this free program and how to participate.
Alcohol & Other Drugs Seminar
This education seminar for 13–18 years old and their families teaches how drugs affect the body, the legal aspects of substance use, and how substance use can impact your life and goals.
Email bkane@jhmi.edu to lean more.
Metastatic Cancer Discussion Group
Monday, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 and Mar. 22
1–2 p.m.
Free!
This monthly group is open to patients and caregivers to discuss living and coping with advanced cancer. Videos and readings are used to stimulate discussion and reflection. Contact Liz Single, MSW, at 202-660-7839 or esingle6@jhmi.edu to register and learn more. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.
For people with a history of cancer and their caregivers:
Taste of Reiki for Self-Care
Weekly appointments available
Free!
Reiki is a subtle, meditative practice using light, still touch on the body to help relieve stress, promote balance and encourage self-healing. Contact Pam Goetz, OPN-CG, at 202-243-2320 or pgoetz4@jh.edu to learn about our half-hour private sessions, small group sessions and formal training. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.
For additional classes and events, please visit
EVENTS.SUBURBANHOSPITAL.ORG
or call 301-896-3939.
Are you looking for additional opportunities to connect with others? Browse through the Sibley Memorial Hospital Events page and Washington Metropolitan OASIS catalog for more virtual offerings.
Zoom FAQs
Class Policies
8600 Old Georgetown Road | Bethesda, MD 20814
301-896-3100
Online Exercise Classes Keep the Community Connected
Suburban Hospital’s online Community Health and Wellness Classes keep members of the community active and engaged. Connect with others from the comfort of your home.
LEARN HOW
Virtual Zoom Classes & Events
Zoom links to the events listed below will be provided to registrants prior to the event
Start the New Year Right!
Quitting Smoking: Am I Ready?
Thinking about quitting smoking, but don’t know how to start? Register for a free and confidential telephone or Zoom meeting with a tobacco health navigator to learn about support options and discuss your next steps.
Call 301-896-2334 to learn more and schedule a free session.
*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*
Nutrition One on One
Cost: $85/hour; $45/half hour
Meet with a registered and licensed dietitian for a comprehensive health evaluation and to create a personalized nutrition and exercise program for the New Year.
Call 301-896-3615 to schedule a session.
*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*
Diabetes Thrive 365
Wednesday, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 and Mar. 10
6–7 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
This monthly series features guest speakers sharing insights about living well with diabetes. Learn strategies, exchange information and get the support needed to thrive 365 days a year.
Updates from the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium
Thursday, Jan. 14
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Join medical oncologist John Wallmark, MD, for a discussion of the latest advances in breast cancer research, treatment and survivorship presented at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
Yoga from the Heart
Thursdays, Jan. 14 – Mar. 4
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Cost: $70
REGISTER
This gentle yoga class, designed with cardiac patients in mind, teaches ways to manage physical, emotional and spiritual stress following a cardiac event or heart disease diagnosis.
Mindfulness Meditation
Fridays, Jan 22 – Feb. 26
11–11:45 a.m.
Cost: $55
REGISTER
A Mindfulness Center instructor will guide you on the basics of mindfulness meditation by focusing on posture, breathing and energy work.
Skin Cancer and Beyond
Wednesday, Jan. 27
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Board certified dermatologist Thomas Yu, MD, will talk about the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of skin cancer and share tips for maintaining skin health during the pandemic.
Dine, Learn & Move: Start the Day, Start the Year
Wednesday, Jan. 27
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!
Get your heart pumping with a fitness activity, tips for making healthy choices and a live cooking demonstration—all in one interactive session! Learn how a healthy breakfast sets the tone for a day full of energy, focus and an active metabolism. Email wellnessinfo@co.pg.md.us to register.
Get Back into Action with Joint Replacement
Thursday, Jan. 28
1–2 p.m.
Free!
REGISTER
Learn about the latest advances in joint replacement surgery and treatment options for common hip and knee joint issues.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Concerned Persons Program
Join us for a series of lectures to learn how to help a loved one coping with a substance abuse disorder.
Contact bkane@jhmi.edu with questions about this free program and how to participate.
Alcohol & Other Drugs Seminar
This education seminar for 13–18 years old and their families teaches how drugs affect the body, the legal aspects of substance use, and how substance use can impact your life and goals.
Email bkane@jhmi.edu to lean more.
Metastatic Cancer Discussion Group
Monday, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 and Mar. 22
1–2 p.m.
Free!
This monthly group is open to patients and caregivers to discuss living and coping with advanced cancer. Videos and readings are used to stimulate discussion and reflection. Contact Liz Single, MSW, at 202-660-7839 or esingle6@jhmi.edu to register and learn more. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.
For people with a history of cancer and their caregivers:
Taste of Reiki for Self-Care
Weekly appointments available
Free!
Reiki is a subtle, meditative practice using light, still touch on the body to help relieve stress, promote balance and encourage self-healing. Contact Pam Goetz, OPN-CG, at 202-243-2320 or pgoetz4@jh.edu to learn about our half-hour private sessions, small group sessions and formal training. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.
For additional classes and events, please visit
EVENTS.SUBURBANHOSPITAL.ORG
or call 301-896-3939.
Are you looking for additional opportunities to connect with others? Browse through the Sibley Memorial Hospital Events page and Washington Metropolitan OASIS catalog for more virtual offerings.
Zoom FAQs
Class Policies
8600 Old Georgetown Road | Bethesda, MD 20814
301-896-3100
AHA Calendar of Events
AHA members and volunteers are always welcome to our Zoom events. Remember that you can join by telephone if you don't have video capability. You still need to register in advance to get the phone-in number to join. So don't miss out....join us either way. Click on any program title to read more about it. Sign up on AHA Hub or contact our office to RSVP: 703-231-0824.
Reminder: All event registration deadlines are 2 days prior to the program. We will include the Zoom link in your event confirmation as well as in the event reminder the day prior to all who have registered. (If you haven't used Zoom yet, contact the AHA office and we'll be happy to arrange a time to introduce you to Zoom and ensure you can access it.)
AHA members and volunteers are always welcome to our Zoom events. Remember that you can join by telephone if you don't have video capability. You still need to register in advance to get the phone-in number to join. So don't miss out....join us either way. Click on any program title to read more about it. Sign up on AHA Hub or contact our office to RSVP: 703-231-0824.
Reminder: All event registration deadlines are 2 days prior to the program. We will include the Zoom link in your event confirmation as well as in the event reminder the day prior to all who have registered. (If you haven't used Zoom yet, contact the AHA office and we'll be happy to arrange a time to introduce you to Zoom and ensure you can access it.)
- Monday, January 11, 2021 – 10:00-11:30 am - Art Talk - Through the Garden Gate
- Monday, January 11, 2021 – 1:00-3:00pm - Monday Book Club: Sugar in the Blood
- Tuesday, January 12, 2021 – 10:00-11:30 am - What's in the News Discussion
- Wednesday, January 13, 2021 – 1:00-2:30 pm - Regional Public Art Projects by the Washington Glass Studio
- Thursday, January 14, 2021 – 5:00-6:00 pm - Monthly Birthday Celebration
- Thursday, January 14, 2021 – 1:00-2:30 pm -Innovative Diagnostic & Treatment Options for Non-Surgical Orthopedic Conditions
- Friday, January 15, 2021 – 10:00-11:00 am - Roundtable Discussion: Planning for 2021
- Friday, January 15, 2021 – 12:00-1:00 pm - Politics & the Theater with Molly Smith
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