HealthLinks Charleston March/April 2023

www. Char l es tonPhys i c i ans . com | www.Hea l thL i nksChar l es ton . com | 13 MARCH 30 Herb Your Enthusiasm: Harnessing the Physical, Environmental and Mental Benefits of Plants 6 p.m. Holland Lifelong Learning South Carolina Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston Let gardening experts from local organizations guide you through the benefits of community gardens, how to be a sustainable gardener and more. Thanks to Holland Lifelong Learning lectures, supported by Mary and Mason Holland, you can explore top issues in conservation, research and science and become a better steward of the land. scaquarium.org APRIL 1 Cooper River Bridge Run 8 a.m. Mount Pleasant Started in 1978 with 766 runners, this event has grown into a $33 million weekend industry for Charleston. The idea of traversing the bridge and crossing the finish line of this 10k has been a major motivation for runners everywhere. You should be one of them. Register before midnight, March 29. bridgerun.com APRIL 11 Head and Neck Cancer Support Group 1 p.m. Trident Health Center Head & Neck Specialists 9228 Medical Plaza Drive, 2nd Floor, North Charleston Trident Health Care’s Head and Neck specialists are offering a support group lead by professionals in the field of head and neck cancers. Patients and caregivers are welcome and invited to speak, ask questions or simply listen in an environment of compassionate understanding. tridenthealthsystem.com APRIL 17 Bariatric Surgery ‘Keeping it Real’ Support Group 6 p.m. Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital 2095 Henry Tecklenburg Drive, Charleston Whether you’re pre- or post-operative bariatric surgery, this support group is an excellent place to chat with others about their experiences with this life-changing surgery. Supportive and knowledgeable, this group is provided at no cost to patients in the care of a Roper St. Francis affiliated physician. callcenter.rsfh.com MARCH 26 The Point Field to Fork Dinner Ambrose Family Farm 2414 South Rockland Ave., Wadmalaw What could be better than a five-course, locally sourced meal prepared by Chef John Simon at Ambrose Family Farm? Knowing that your contribution will go to the nonprofit group of 25 powerhouse women known as “The Point.” The Point raises money for charities that specifically target women and women’s health in the Charleston area. thepointis.org APRIL 22 Mullet Hall Trail Run 5K and 10K 7 a.m. 2662 Mullet Hall Road, Johns Island APRIL 18 Outdoor Yoga at Firefly Distillery 11 a.m. 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston Instructor Reagan Sobel guides you through grounding and connective yoga asanas as you relax, calming the body and the mind. All fitness levels are welcome. reagansobelyoga.com • fireflydistillery.com Put on your trail shoes and run your race under the canopy of oaks on the dirt packed, rooted and grass trails of Mullet Hall on Johns Island. Registration is required. This event usually sells out its limited spots before its registration deadline of April 17. ccprc.com

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