JFP Events - Event Listings for Jackson, Mississippi

Cancer Rehab Classes: Apr 1 – Dec 31.; In the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength, endurance, their immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue and weight loss, and improve digestion. Registration is required.; Baptist Medical Center.; Free.

Art Therapy For Cancer Patients: Jun 2 – Dec 31.; in the Activities Room of the Hederman Cancer Center on Wednesdays. The classes are designed to help cancer patients and provide an outlet to express feelings, reduce stress, assist in pain management, help build positive coping skills and increase self-discovery and self-awareness. Art supplies are included. Registration is required.; Baptist Medical Center.; Free.

Adult Hip-Hop Dance Classes: Sep 3 – Dec 31.; Learn authentic hip hop dance techniques and choreography. Open to all ages 16 and older. Classes are offered Mondays from 7:30-8:30 p.m. and Fridays from 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Courthouse Racquet and Fitness Club, Northeast.; $10.

Fitness Center: Dec 29 – Dec 31.; Options include aerobics and Zumba classes, equipment for resistance training and toning, and a children's gym. Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays until April 1, and 8 a.m.-7 p.m. April 1-Nov. 30..; Jackson Roadmap to Health Equity Project's Farmers Market.; Free.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group: Apr 14 – Dec 31.; In the St. Catherine Room. NAMI Mississippi offers a support group for family members who have an adult relative with a mental illness on second Thursdays at 7 p.m.; St. Dominic Hospital.; Free.

Fitness Camp: Jul 16 – Dec 31.; Do cardiovascular and strength training exercises, and learn about proper nutrition. Sessions are from 8-9 a.m. Saturdays.; Lake Hico Park.; $20.

Diabetes Support Group Meeting: Jul 21 – Dec 31.; Baptist Nutrition Center hosts the meetings on third Thursdays at 1 p.m.; Baptist Health Systems, Madison Campus.; Free.

Zumba Fitness Classes: Aug 1 – Dec 31.; The Latin-inspired aerobics classes are held weekly. Visit peurefun.com for class schedule information and directions.; Dance Unlimited Studio, Byram.; $5.

Zumba at Covenant Presbyterian Church: Oct 7 – Dec 30.; Covenant Presbyterian offers weekly ZUMBA classes beginning Friday, October 7. Zumba is a Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party! Class is 45min, starting at 8:30am. $5 per class. Baby care provided. Join the Christian Zumba Party! For more info contacted Ashley Vinzant. Cell: 850.572.0055. Email: ldyg8trlaw@yahoo.com; Covenant Presbyterian Church.; $5 per class.

NAMI Connection Support Group Meetings: Oct 25 – Dec 29.; The alliance of individuals with mental illnesses meet Tuesdays at 2 p.m. to share experiences and learn new ways to cope. Trained facilitators lead the meetings. Call for location information.; *Location TBA.; Free.

Gentle Joints Aquatic Program: Oct 31 – Dec 31.; The Arthritis Foundation sponsors the low-intensity water class. Sessions are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 2 p.m. Registration required; club membership optional.; The Club at St. Dominic's.; $35 for 12 classes, $60 for 24 classes.

Cancer Support Group Meetings: Nov 8 – Dec 31.; Cancer patients and survivors meet on second Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the Canter Center.; St. Dominic Hospital.; Free.

Women's Cancer Support Group Meetings: Nov 8 – Dec 31.; Cancer patients and survivors meet on second Tuesdays at 5 p.m. at the Canter Center.; St. Dominic Hospital.; Free.

Caregivers Support Group Meetings: Nov 9 – Dec 31.; The group meets on second Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the conference rooms.; St. Dominic Hospital.; Free.

Run 4 Rehab: Jan 1 – Dec 15.; The fundraising project benefits rehabilitation services at Blair E. Batson Children's Hospital. Registered runners raise money for each kilometer run through Dec. 15.; *N/A.; Donors determine pledge amount per kilometer.

Weekly Group Walk: Jan 3 – Dec 31.; Walks are Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the multi-use trail next door. Walk two or four miles.; Fleet Feet Sports.; Free.

Weekly Group Run: Jan 5 – Dec 31.; Run 5.4 miles Thursdays at 6 p.m. at the multi-use trail next door.; Fleet Feet Sports.; Free.

Girl Talk Monthly Live Chat: Jan 10 – Dec 31.; Chat with an OB/GYN on second Tuesdays at 8 p.m. to ask health questions. Questions can also be emailed ahead of time.; *N/A.

Super Star Senior Adult Walking Club: Jan 12 – Dec 31.; The group walks Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the multi-use trail next door.; Fleet Feet Sports.; Free.

Positive Ones Breast Cancer Support Group: Jan 16 – Dec 31.; In the Hederman Cancer Center. Baptist Cancer Services hosts the meetings on third Mondays at 5:30 p.m. Registration required.; Baptist Medical Center.; Free.

"Fuel the New Year" Wellness Program: Feb 2 – Jul 12.; The six-month program includes a weight-loss contest and monthly nutrition workshops to help improve eating habits. Workshops are Feb. 2, March 1, April 2, May 3, June 7 and July 12 at 7 p.m. The grand prize winner is announced at the July 12 workshop. The contest is free to participants who sign up for a 5K or marathon program. Contest optional; workshops available at $10 each.; Fleet Feet Sports.; $100.

Remembrance Support Group Meeting: Mar 6 – Dec 31.; In the University Physicians Pavilion, room MO-16. The support group is for those who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant death. Meetings are on first Tuesdays from 6:30-7-30 p.m.; University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Poker Run: Apr 11 – Oct 10.; On second Wednesdays at 6 p.m. through Oct. 10. Participants receive five playing cards during the three-mile run/walk, and the people with the best hand and worst hand win prizes. After-party at Cazadores (500 Highway 51, Suite R, Ridgeland).; Fleet Feet Sports.; Free.

Jackson Roadmap to Health Farmers Market: Apr 14 – Nov 30.; Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 30. WIC vouchers accepted.; Jackson Roadmap to Health Equity Project's Farmers Market.

First Friday Free ADHD Screenings: May 4 – Dec 31.; Licensed professional counselor Suzanne Russell offers free 30-minute ADHD screenings for children every first Friday of the month. Appointment required.; Office of Suzanne Russell, LPC.; Free.

Aldersgate United Methodist Church 47th Anniversary: May 18 – May 20.; Enjoy singing, praise dancing, and fellowship during Friday evening’s “Youth Blast” at 7 p.m. Get your blood pressure, vision, dental, and hearing checked during the Health Fair on Saturday starting at 10 a.m., which will also include seminars on heart disease and stroke prevention, diabetes, women’s health, and an aerobics workout. The anniversary celebration will culminate on Sunday with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. followed by worship service at 11 a.m.; Aldersgate United Methodist Church.; Free.

Aldersgate Health Fair: Sat, May 19, 10:00 am.; The fair includes health screenings, seminars and aerobics. The program is part of the church's 47th anniversary weekend celebration; call for details,; Aldersgate United Methodist Church.; Free.

Be Bold Beer Run: Sat, May 19, 4:00 pm.; Lucky Town Brewing Company and the Home Brewers Association of Middle Mississippi are the sponsors. Registration is at 4 p.m, and the run/walk is at 4:30 p.m. The race includes stops at designated restaurants for drinks.; Downtown Jackson.; Free, drink prices vary.

Look Good…Feel Better: Mon, May 21, 2:00 pm.; At Hederman Cancer Center in the Activity Room. The program helps women undergoing cancer treatments to address appearance-related side effects. Registration required.; Baptist Medical Center.; Free.

Art in Mind Art Program: May 23 – Dec 31.; The Alzheimer's Association of Mississippi offers the program on fourth Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for people with early-stage dementia and their caregivers. Participants tour the galleries and make art in the studio classroom. Registration required; space limited. Registration forms available at alz.org/ms.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free.

National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration: Sat, Jun 2, 10:00 am.; At Center Stage, the Common Area and the Community Meeting Room. The Rebirth Alliance is the host. The event includes games, a kids' village workshops, a health fair, a balloon release and refreshments.; Jackson Medical Mall.; Free.

NAMI Basics Classes, Summer Session: Tue, Jun 5, 6:00 pm.; The classes are for parents or caregivers of children and teens with mental health issues. Classes held through July 10; registration required.; *Location TBA.; Free.

"Fuel the New Year" Nutrition Workshop: Thu, Jun 7, 7:00 pm.; The topic is cooking healthy meals.; Fleet Feet Sports.; $10.

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