November: ShopRite of Northvale Hosts November Health, Wellness and Diabetes Awareness Month Events
from Evelyn Weiss FranciscoShopRite of Northvale, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is hosting a full roster of health and wellness programs throughout November, including Diabetes Awareness Month events. Samantha Pappas, R.D., in-store registered dietitian, will lead each of the offerings and provide easy-to-implement nutrition and wellness advice. The following free events are being held for local residents. All programs are open to the public, held at ShopRite of Northvale and do not require advance registration, unless otherwise noted:
Thurs., Nov. 6 – Sammy’s Produce Picks, 12 – 2 p.m. This month’s produce pick will be the “star” of a new dish prepared by the dietitian.
Fri., Nov. 7 & 14 – High Fiber Friday, 2 – 4 p.m. Stop by the Dietitian’s Corner to learn how to meet your fiber requirements in a delicious way every day.
Mon., Nov. 10 – Eat Well, Be Happy 4-Week Diabetes Edition, 6 – 7 p.m. This free four-week diabetes management class (beginning on Nov. 10 and continuing on Nov. 17, 24 and Dec. 1) is specially designed for those managing diabetes and/or helping a family member to do so. Participants will learn about carbohydrates, blood sugar control, healthy cooking options, and much more. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
Wed., Nov. 12 – Kids’ Culinary Workshop, 5 – 7 p.m. Youngsters will help ShopRite’s in-store culinary chef and dietitian in creating a delicious – and nutritious – meal. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
Mon., Nov. 17 – CarePoint Health Mobile Screenings, 1 – 5 p.m. The CarePoint Health Mobile Screening van will offer free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. No appointment necessary.
Wed., Nov. 19 – Culinary Workshop Cooking Class: Holiday Meals Lightened Up, 6 – 8 p.m. Join ShopRite’s in-store culinary chef and dietitian to learn how to lighten up some holiday classics. This month’s menu features citrus-rosemary green beans, maple-dijon pork roast, sweet and sour glazed carrots, and pears with scented honey. Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
Wed., Nov. 26 – Healthier Holiday Cooking, 5 – 7 p.m. Drop by the Dietitian’s Corner to learn new healthy twists on holiday favorites. Recipe cards will be available.
Sat., Nov. 29 – Turkey Trot, 10 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 2 p.m. Feeling sluggish after the Thanksgiving feast? Join ShopRite’s dietitian in a walk and talk about nutrition while getting some exercise.
ShopRite of Northvale is located at 246 Livingston St., in Northvale, N.J. For more information or to pre-register for a program, contact ShopRite of Northvale’s Samantha Pappas, R.D., at (862) 377-3177 or email [email protected].
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Through November 29, 2014November 6, 2014 to November 29, 2014 -
ShopRite of Northvale
246 Livingston Street, Northvale, NJ -
Contact Evelyn Weiss Francisco for more information
201-796-7788 or [email protected] -
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