Diabetes workshop A presentation on “seven healthy habits” to help manage diabetes. Friday, 1-3 p.m., Lexington Park library, 21677 FDR Blvd. 301-475-6019. Free.
Yobics chair-fitness class Exercises that can be performed while sitting down. Fridays, 12:30-1 p.m. Southwinds Active Adult Community, 4225 Southwinds Pl., White Plains. www.southwindsadult.com. 301-932-4297. $5.
Bariatric surgery support group Hosted by Washington Hospital Center’s weight-loss surgery team. Saturday, 10-11 a.m., MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, 25500 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown. 301-475-6019.
Gentle yoga class Led by Anne Machetto. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 4535 Piney Church Rd., Waldorf. 301-934-2883. Donations are welcome.
Amputee support group Call for topics and speakers. Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. 410-535-8210 or 301-855-1012, Ext. 8210.
Zumba exercise classes A fundraiser for the rescue squad. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, 43256 Rescue Lane. 301-737-2336. $7; five classes, $25.
Specialized exercise program For those with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes or obesity. Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon. Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. For fee information and to set up a fitness assessment, call 410-535-8233.
Zumba exercise classes A fundraiser hosted by the rescue squad auxiliary. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall, 28165 Hills Club Rd. 301-884-4709. MeghanneT@yahoo.com. $6.
Diabetes support group Call for topics and speakers. Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Calvert Memorial Hospital, 100 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick. 410-414-4783.
Stroke or brain injury support For those who need practice in reading, speech and writing after traditional therapy has ended. Friday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Civista Medical Center, 5 Garrett Ave., La Plata. 301-609-
4000.
National Alliance on Mental Illness For those living with mental health issues, Southern Maryland NAMI offers ongoing individual and family support groups throughout Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. 301-737-1988. www.NamiSoMd.org.
Red Cross needs volunteers Help is needed at local blood drives. 800-272-0094, Ext. 1. karlofft@usa.redcross.org.
— Compiled by Bonnie Smith
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