Classes & Events

 

 

 

For more information, contact
Shelly Pauling, Education & Communications Manager at
507-637-4527.

 

The following classes and events are available to the community. Please click below for more information.

January | February | March | April | May | June | July
August
| September | October | November | December

January 2007

       Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts January 3, 2007
       Childbirth preparation is a 5-session course to help you
       prepare for your new baby. Classes will be held on
       Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm starting January 3, 2007
       through January 31, 2007.

February 2007

       Adult Grief Support Group - Starts February 6, 2007
       The Adult Grief Support Group will meet on Tuesday evenings
       from 5-7pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Adult Day
       Services Room starting February 6, 2007 through
       March 13, 2007. The Adult Grief Support Group can offer
       support, friendship, information and an opportunity to talk or
       listen with other people who are grieving.

       Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Feb. 13, 2007
       There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group
       meeting on February 13, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the
       Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  "Keep Moving
       Program
" will be presented by Maydra Maas, CNS from the
       Redwood Area Hospital.

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March 2007

       Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts March 10, 2007
       This is a special one-day course to help you prepare
       for your new baby. Class will begin at 9am and will conclude
       at 3pm.

       Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - March 13, 2007
       There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group
       meeting on March 13, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the
       Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  "Therapy
       Update
" will be presented by Heidi Irlbeck, PT, from the
       Redwood Area Hospital.

       Advanced Cardiac Life Support
       The Redwood Area Hospital will be hosting Advanced
       Cardiac Life Support Training March 13-15, 2007 for nurses,
       physicians, and EMT's. ACLS training will teach you to learn
       the critical assessment-management actions for 10 core
       cases by conducting the Primary and Secondary ABCD
       Surveys and implementing the algorithms.

       Bridging the Gap - March 31, 2007
       There will be a Spring Retreat on March 31, 2007 from
       9am-1pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.
       Bridging the Gap is a free program that gives kids who have
       experienced the death of someone special, the opportunity to
       connect with others "who have been there."

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April 2007

       Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - April 10, 2007
       There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group
       meeting on April 10, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the
       Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  "Self-Help
       Tools for Arthritis that Work for Us All
" will be presented
       by Maydra Maas, CNS, from the Redwood Area Hospital.

       Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
       In honor of National Volunteer Week, the Redwood Area
       Hospital will be holding a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
       on Monday, April 16, 2007 from 11:3am-1:00pm at the
       Redwood Area Community Center. For more information,
       contact Karen Melges, Volunteer Coordinator at
       507-637-4668.

       Foundation Fundraiser: Casino Night - April 30, 2007
       The 3rd Annual "Casino Night" will be held on Monday,
       April 30, 2007 at Jackpot Junction Casino in Morton,
       MN. Proceeds will be used to purchase furnishings for the
       Redwood Area Hospital's new family waiting area.

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May 2007

       Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts May 2, 2007
       Childbirth preparation is a 5-session course to help you
       prepare for your new baby. Classes will be held on
       Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm starting May 2, 2007
       through May 30, 2007.        

       Taking Control of Your Diabetes - May 4, 2007

       The 15th Annual Taking Control of Your Diabetes Workshop
       will be held on Friday, May 4, 2007 from 9am-2:30pm at the
       St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Redwood Falls, MN. 
       Register On-line
.

       Hospice Spring Luncheon - May 5, 2007
       The 1st Annual Hospice Spring Luncheon will be held on
       Saturday, May 5, 2007 from 11am-1pm at Gloria Dei
       Lutheran Church in Redwood Falls. Proceeds will go to the
       Redwood Area Hospital Hospice Program.

       Arthritis Public Forum - May 11, 2007
       There will be a FREE Arthritis Public Forum on Friday,
       May 11, 2007 from 7-8:00pm at the Redwood Area
       Community Center in Redwood Falls, MN. To register, call
       the Arthritis Foundation at 1-800-333-1380 or register on-line
       at www.arthritis.org.

      Car Seat Clinic, Wabasso - May 17, 2007
      There will be a free car seat clinic on May 17, 2007 at the
      Wabasso School Garage from 5:00-7:00pm. Installations will
      be done by appointment only. To register, call Shelly Pauling
      at 507-637-4527 or Register On-line.

      Pediatric First Aid, May 21, 2007
      There will be a HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid course on
      Monday, May 21, 2007 from 6-9:30pm at the Redwood Area
      Hospital in the Education Room. This course is a credentialed       course specially designed to train those responsible for
      children's health. Cost for this class is $54.00 per person
      which includes the cost of the book for the class. Space is
      limited to 8 so register early! Questions? call Shelly Pauling at       507-637-4527 or Register On-line or mail
     
 Registration Form. Payment must be received to guarantee
      your spot.

      HeartSaver CPR, May 24, 2007
      There will be a HeartSaver CPR course on
      Thursday, May 24, 2007 from 6-9:30pm at the Redwood Area       Hospital in the Education Room. This course is a credentialed       course specially designed to train those responsible for
      children's health. Cost for this class is $49.00for Adult &
      Pediatric CPR (6-9:30pm); $36.00 for Adult CPR only
      (7:30-9:30pm) and $31.00 for Pediatric CPR only (6-7:30pm).       All prices include the cost of the book for the class. Space is
      limited to 8 so register early! Questions? call Shelly Pauling at       507-637-4527 or Register On-line or mail
      Registration Form
. Payment must be received to guarantee
      your spot.

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June 2007

       Bike Rodeo
       The 7th Annual Bike Rodeo will be held on Tuesday,
       June 5, 2007 from 5:30-8pm at the Redwood Area
       Community Center in Redwood Falls, MN. The event is free
       and open to parents and children of all ages.

      Cancer Survivor's Picnic
      The 14th Annual Cancer Survivor's Picnic will be held on
      June 11, 2007 from 5:30-7:30pm at the Redwood Area
      Community Center Room #2.  

      BLS for Healthcare Providers Full Certification
      There will be a CPR class for Healthcare Providers on
      June 27, 2007 from 10:30-3:30pm at the Redwood Area
      Hospital.  Cost of the class is $60.00 per person.  There are
      only three spots available so registration will be taken on a
      first-come first-served basis with payment guaranteeing
      registration.

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July 2007

      HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid
      There will be a HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid class on
      July 23, 2007 from 6:30-10:00pm at the Walnut Grove
      School. Register online.

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August 2007

      CPR for Healthcare Providers (full cert & re-cert)
      There will be a CPR class for Healthcare Providers on
      August 1, 2007 from 10:30-1:30pm (recertification $47.00)
      and from 10:30-3:30pm (full certification $60.00) at the
      Redwood Area Hospital.  There are only four spots available
      so registration will be taken on a first-come first-served basis
      with payment guaranteeing registration.
       Register online.

       My Story: My Experience with West Nile Virus
       Ken Speake, formerly of KARE 11 News
       August 7, 2007  7-9pm
       Redwood Area Community Center Room #2
       Cost: Free
 

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September 2007

Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts Sept. 5, 2007
Childbirth preparation is a 4-session course to help you prepare for your new baby. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm starting September 5-26, 2007.

22nd Annual Ice Cream Circus - September 6, 2007
The 22nd Annual Ice Cream Circus will be held on September 6, 2007 from 4:30-7pm at the Redwood Falls Armory. 

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Sept. 11, 2007
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on September 11, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: Arthritis Self-Help will be presented by Ruth Larson, RN, Self-Help Program Facilitator for the MN Arthritis Foundation

HeartSaver CPR/AED, September 18, 2007
There will be a HeartSaver AED course on Tuesday, September 18, 2007 from 10-2:30pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room.  Class is full.

HeartSaver Adult First Aid, September 26, 2007
There will be a HeartSaver Adult First Aid class on Sept. 26, 2007 from 6:30-9:30pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room.  Class is Full.

HeartSaver CPR/AED, September 27, 2007
There will be a HeartSaver AED course on Tuesday, September 27, 2007 from 6-10:00pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room.  Class is full.
 

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October 2007

Adult Grief Support Group - Starts October 2, 2007
The Adult Grief Support Group will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Adult Day Services Room starting October 2, 2007 through November 6, 2007. The Adult Grief Support Group can offer support, friendship, information and an opportunity to talk or listen with other people who are grieving.  Register On-line.

HeartSaver Adult First Aid, October 3, 2007
There will be a HeartSaver Adult First Aid class on Oct. 3, 2007 from 6:30-9:30pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room. Class is full.

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Oct. 9, 2007
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on October 9, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Personal Survival with Fibromyalgia" presented by Diane Kiergaard, Arthritis Survivor.

Flu Clinic - Redwood Falls - Oct. 9, 2007
1:30-5pm at the Redwood Area Community Center Room #2.  Flu shots can be received for a cost of $20.00.  Please bring your Medicare or insurance cards with you.

Bridging the Gap - October 20, 2007
There will be a Fall Retreat on October 20, 2007 from 9am-1pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room. Bridging the Gap is a free program that gives kids who have experienced the death of someone special, the opportunity to connect with others "who have been there."  Register On-line.

Flu Clinic - Wabasso - Oct. 23, 2007
2:30-4:30pm at the Wabasso Community Center.  Flu shots can be received for a cost of $20.00.  Please bring your Medicare or insurance cards with you.

Flu Clinic - Walnut Grove - Oct 30, 2007
2:0-3:30pm at the Country View Senior Living Community.  Flu shots can be received for a cost of $20.00.  Please bring your Medicare or insurance cards with you.

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November 2007

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 5, 2007
Wal-Mart in Redwood Falls from 9am-noon.

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 6, 2007
Sward Kemp-Snyder Drug in Redwood Falls from 9am-noon.

Flu Clinic - Redwood Falls - Nov. 7, 2007

2:30-5pm at the Redwood Area Community Center Room #2.  Flu shots can be received for a cost of $20.00.  Please bring your Medicare or insurance cards with you.

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 8, 2007
The Medicine Shoppe in Redwood Falls from 9am-noon.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 10, 2007
9:00am - Walnut Grove - Country View Estates, click here for donation form.

Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts Nov. 10, 2007
This is a special one-day course to help you prepare for your new baby. Class will begin at 9am and will conclude at 3pm.  Register & Pay Online.

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Nov. 13, 2007
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on November 13, 2007 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Arthritis Foundation Overview" Kristen Hoplin, MN Arthritis Foundation.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 16, 2007
6:00pm - Morton Post Office, click here for donation form.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 16, 2007
6:00pm - Redwood Falls: downtown north lot across from Sward Kemp-Snyder Drug, click here for donation form.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 23, 2007
6:30pm - Lamberton Community Center, click here for donation form.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 26, 2007
7:00pm - Sanborn City Hall, click here for donation form.

Tree of Lights - Nov. 28, 2007
6:30pm - Gil Mor Manor click here for donation form.

Preparing for the Holidays
Preparing for the Holidays will no longer be held as a group event.  If you would like more information about preparing for the holidays or other special days while you morn the loss of a loved one, please contact Joleen Johnson, LSW at 507-637-4616 or Pamela Neet, LSW at 507-637-4617.

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December 2007

HeartSaver CPR (Infant/Child) Dec. 1, 2007
9:00-10:30am 
This course is designed to teach CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO) to all lay rescuers, particularly to those who are expected to respond to emergencies in the work place.  Participants are generally security guards, firefighters, police, daycare providers and other lay responders.  Class is full.

HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid - Dec. 1, 2007
10:45-2:30pm

In this course you will learn to: identify ways to prevent injury and/or illness, recognize when an emergency has occurred, follow three emergency action steps in any emergency, and provide basic care for injury and/or sudden illness until the victim can receive professional medical help.  Register & Pay On-line or click here for flyer.  Only 1 spot left!

Respiratory Illness in Animal Feeding Operation Workers
December 18, 2007 from 9-10:30am
The workshop will address issues surrounding agricultural workers that are exposed to a broad range of toxic materials including dusts (from cultivation, grain processes, animal confinement operations), gases (exhaust, ammonia), biological toxins (mites, dander, antigens, infectious agents) and many different chemicals (pesticides, fertilizers).  Click here to register.

HeartSaver CPR (Adult), December 19 2007
There will be a HeartSaver Adult CPR course on Wednesday, December 19, 2007 from 3-5:00pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room.  Only 2 spots left Register On-line.

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