Wellness Wednesday: Healthy Habits, Healthy Hobbies – The Benefits of Active Leisure
PANELIST | IN-PERSON
Thinking about healthy changes for the new year? Don’t forget the power of recreation! Active leisure improves our physical and mental health, stimulates the brain, and promotes rest. Picking up a new hobby can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us to learn about the health benefits of recreation, and local resources for getting started with a new hobby, or returning to an old one.
Amy Abrams from the Grossmont Healthcare District will moderate this interactive panel presentation featuring local experts in gardening, birding, arts and crafting, and volunteer services:
Stephen Cantu (Master Gardener, Master Gardeners Association of San Diego)
Sally Lantz Cobian, MPH (Social Activities Coordinator, Alzheimer’s San Diego)
Katie Ruiz, MFA (Artist and Craftivist, The PomPomProject)
Tammah Watts, LMFT (Board Member, San Diego Bird Alliance)
When: Wednesday, January 22 | Presentation 10-11 AM, Film screening begins 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: Thelma (2024)
Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.