Community Briefs

Learning workshop offered

First Covenant Church, 1374 N. Main St., is hosting a learning workshop for parents and youths focusing on the topics of family, adolescence and sexuality from 1-5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 6.

"Sexuality, Self and Choices" is designed to encourage and support parents in shaping their values and beliefs regarding sexuality with their children. Focusing on abstinence, workshop topics include: "Sexual Development," "Consequences of Sexual Activity," "Difficult Topics to Discuss," " Self-esteem and Choices," "Healthy Family Traits," and "Practical Tips for Parents."

Hope Hedberg, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Lois Satterberg, a registered nurse and certified nurse/midwife, are the presenters. They have conducting workshops in schools and churches in many different states. They believe that parents (not peers, schools or the media) are the most influential in shaping children's belief systems. As Christians they affirm God's gifts of family and sexuality and believe the church should be an example in talking, teaching, and learning about sexuality.

The workshop is free. Although designed to be attended by parents and students together, presenters will meet with parents and students separately at times.

For more information, call the Rev. Paul Burdick at 425-2640.

Singles Bible study begins

A weekly non-denominational Bible study for single adults will begin Feb. 4 at First Covenant Church, 1374 N. Main St.

The group will meet every Friday, from 7-8:30 p.m., through the end of May. The study will be co-led by Tom Shipp from First Covenant Church and Julie Alexander of Christian Singles, a ministry for single adults based in the Twin Cities.

For more information, call Shipp at 273-4308.

Greenwood Carnival set

The annual Greenwood Elementary School Carnival will be held Saturday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., primarily in the school gymnasium.

There will be 26 games and events. New games include: "Jelly Bean Toss," "Who Wants to Be a Tokenaire?" and "Grab Bag."

This family event also includes prizes and food.

The public is invited to attend.

Immunization clinic scheduled

Pierce County Public Health Services' monthly River Falls immunization clinic will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 110 N. Third St.

A consent form must be signed by a parent or guardian. Those who send a child with someone other than a parent must provide a signed, written permission for the specific immunization to be given that day.

Donations are received at all clinic sites. For more information, call 273-6755.

Community video presented

A video entitled "Creating Communities that Work" will be shown on Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m., in the meeting room of the River Falls Public Library.

The video, put out by the Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development, shows how sustainable development can make a city more livable.

The 15-minute video will be followed by a discussion on sustainable development in River Falls.

The video and discussion are hosted by Bob Ebert, a candidate for the at-large seat on the River Falls City Council. This is the first in a series of presentations offered at no charge.

The public is invited to attend.

For more information, call Ebert at 426-6227.

Catholic schools' week breakfast

St. Bridget Parish School will hold a pancake breakfast Sunday, Feb. 6th, from 9 a.m.-12:30 in the school gym.

Pancakes, french toast, ham, coffee, milk and juice will be served.

The cost is $4 for adults, $3 for 12 years and under.

Proceeds will go to the School Endowment Fund.

Bridge group to meet

The River Falls Duplicate Bridge group will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 2, at WelLHaven Senior Apartments at 119 Union St. at 7 p.m. All are welcome.

Dec. 15th's winners were: J. Buschen and M. Toman, 1st place; C. and T. Hoopman, 2nd place; I. Kay and R. Lynch, 3rd place.

For further information, contact John Buschen, 425-2964.

Yoga classes offered

"Postures of the Heart Workshop" will be held from noon to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 19, at Yoga House Studio in River Falls.

This workshop will explore how yoga poses can strengthen and open the heart. Registration is required, call Kathy Tarr at 425-6418.

She teaches classes in the St. Croix River Valley and her husband, Craig, will co-facilitate the workshop.

Those interested in yoga classes in the area may also call for a winter schedule. They will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the River Falls Area Hospital. Ongoing and intermediate classes are also offered.

Weight program scheduled

A 12-week program designed to help people manage and lose weight in a safe and effective way will be held Feb. 7 through April 24, from 7-8 p.m., at the River Falls Fitness Center. This class combines fitness and nutrition.

In addition to the 12 sessions, four follow-up meetings will be included on a monthly basis.

Registered Dietitian Cheryl Rust and Kinesiologist Janet McMahon are the instructors. The cost is $120 for members and $150 for non-members.

Exercise classes are also being offered. The schedule follows:

-Monday: 5:15 p.m., steps; 6:45 p.m., aerobics

-Tuesday: 5:30 a.m., arms and abs; 5:15 p.m., aerobics; 7:30 p.m., cardio kick-boxing

-Wednesday: 5:15 p.m., aerobics; 7 p.m., steps

-Thursday: 5:30 a.m., arms and abs; 5:15 p.m., steps/kick; 7:30 p.m., cardio kick-boxing

-Saturday: 9 a.m., variety

-Sunday: 5 p.m., steps/kick

For more information, call 425-1554.

CVIC to host pancake breakfast

The Christian Volunteers in Christ (CVIC) will host its annual Valentine pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13, at the Moose Family Center, 620 N. Clark St.

The cost is $4 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and children ages 6-12. Children under the age of 6 are free.

Volunteer help and matching funds will be provided by Lutheran Brotherhood-Pierce Branch #8649.