French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) is offering an informative and interactive diabetes support group aimed for those with type 2 diabetes in San Luis Obispo. The group meets at French Hospital Auditorium on the third Wednesday of the month from 3 to 5 p.m.
The first hour is focused on group support and interaction. Registered Dietitian and Certified Educator Sandra Miller presents an engaging conversation topic that encourages group members to share and learn from one another.
The second hour is led by Roger Steele, MD or invited guests and includes a lecture on various topics related to diabetes. Time will be allowed for questions and answers.
The support group is free to the public and requires no RSVP.
For more information, contact FHMC Clinical Nutritional Manager Sandra Miller at 805-542-6229 or
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Sprinkled with helpful hints and tips from a professional editor, this lively lecture/workshop at the San Luis Obispo Library is designed to inspire aspiring authors, and boost their chances of getting published.
Attendees will also follow the behind-the-scenes journey of a manuscript as it becomes a printed book, briefly discuss the children’s literature market, check out the increasingly popular option of self-publishing, and talk about how authors can market their books.
Bring a pen, paper, and your questions — other highlights include creativity exercises, an “Editor’s Tips on Craft” segment, and the Questions and Answers session.
Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the conference room of the San Luis Obispo Library (995 Palm St.). No RSVP needed. Cost: $10, includes materials and a professional review of five double-spaced pages of writing (hard copy).
Presenter: Longtime book editor/proofreader Laurie Gibson, whose projects range from “The Color Purple” (Alice Walker) to “Tales from Margaritaville” (Jimmy Buffett) and several titles by Brian Tracy. A former instructor for the Extended Studies programs at both UCLA and U.C. San Diego, Laurie currently works with first-time authors to help improve their writing and their chances of getting published.
For more information, call Laurie at (858) 635-1233 or
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Adelaida Cellars is proud to present a special Valentine’s Day weekend production of A.R. Gurney’s "Love Letters" with Patti Kane and Jeffrey Schultz, two veteran performers formerly of Classic American Theater of Paso Robles.
Enjoy an epicurean four-course dinner by acclaimed Chef Charlie Paladin Wayne and complimentary wine upon arrival. Wine will be available for purchase* by the glass or bottle during dinner and intermission.
Friday, February 12th and 13th 6:00 pm $95.00 per person
Reservations required. Please call Pati at 800.676.1232 ext. 19 or
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Back and neck pain affects nearly 80 percent of adults at some point in their lifetime. Even though this pain may be common, if your pain is severe or becoming more frequent, you should talk to your doctor.
Join Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center and its featured speakers at a Community Education Seminar on Feb. 25 as they discuss some of the common causes of back and neck pain and the treatment options that are available.
Featured Speakers:
Phillip Kissel, MD Neurological Surgery
James Carr, MD Orthopedics
Harold Segal, MD Neurological Surgery
"How's Your Back?" Seminar February 25, 2010 6:30pm Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center Auditorium 1010 Murray Avenue San Luis Obispo
This seminar is free, but reservations are recommended. Call (800) 483-6387 or visit www.SierraVistaRegional.com to make reservations.
Artist Harvey Cohon Sells Mailbox, Grasshopper and More to Benefit Local Lands
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The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County has partnered with Harvey Cohon for an art exhibition featuring Cohon’s various abstract paintings and art work.
On display at The Land Conservancy’s office through March 26, Cohon will donate 30 percent of all art sales proceeds to benefit local lands.
Original artworks by Harvey Cohon were featured at an Artist Reception during Art After Dark in San Luis Obispo on Feb. 5.
The art is available for viewing between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays through March 26; Advanced appointments are appreciated.
The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is a local nonprofit land trust working to protect and restore local lands for the benefit of people and wildlife.
Since its formation in 1984, The Land Conservancy has led collaborative efforts to permanently protect over 10,000 acres of land in San Luis Obispo County. For more information visit www.LCSLO.org or call (805) 544-9096.
As a leader in cardiac care, French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) is offering a free five-lecture series on how to live a heart healthy lifestyle in San Luis Obispo.
Valuable information will be provided for those who have a diagnosis of heart disease, those who have risk factors for heart disease, and/or those who just want to improve total body health.
The classes take place the second Tuesday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m. in the FHMC Auditorium. Classes are team-taught by registered dietitians, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers and exercise physiologists. The classes include lecture, hands-on participation and mild movement and stretching exercises.
The public is invited to join French Hospital Medical Center (FHMC) in celebration of its new Breastfeeding Clinic.
An open house will be held Feb. 11 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the clinic located in the Bear Valley Center, 12326 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo.
In August 2009, the FHMC Breastfeeding Clinic was established after the closure of the service by Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHC).
To ensure these essential lactation consulting services would continue for all San Luis Obispo County women, FHMC, San Luis Obispo County, and First 5 San Luis Obispo County joined together to save the clinic from significant reduction of services.
The ceremony will commence with a short dedication by representatives from County Supervisor Katcho Achadjian’s office, from First 5 San Luis Obispo County and from French Hospital. The celebration includes children’s activities, refreshments and raffle prizes. Lactation consultants will also be on hand. No RSVP is necessary; those with questions can call the Breastfeeding Warmline at 541-BABY or 541-2229.
As part of this collaboration, FHMC received a two-year grant to support breastfeeding services at four WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program sites in the amount of $144,000.
This grant is funded through First 5 San Luis Obispo County which maintains a safety net of services for young children.
If members of the media have questions, or would like to set up interviews with mothers who have benefited from the breastfeeding clinic, please contact Megan Maloney.
Pismo Beach was invited to wear red on Feb. 5 to promote the city as "Heart Healthy" and all women are invited to take sizable strides by participating in a 30-minute Wear Red Pismo Beach Women's Walk on Feb. 4 from 5:25 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Walk participants will meet at the Pismo Beach Pier at 5:15 p.m. and will walk from the pier to the Monarch Butterfly Grove and back.
A "Heart Healthy" dinner will follow at Brad's Restaurant, including a shrimp cocktail, choice of chick or fish, a dinner salad and iced or hot tea. The cost is $12.
On February 5, 2010, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the San Luis Obispo Embassy Suites Hotel, the Culinary Carnival will once again surprise with culinary delights carefully prepared by regional celebrity chefs and restaurants. Each dish will be specially paired with local wines and beers. The festivities will also feature live music by The QuieT Knights, silent auction, and the live auction of a ceramic Venitian mask by local artist Pamela McKenna.
Watch this video about February's Culinary Carnival. Click here to read more about this event benefiting the Prado Day Center in San Luis Obispo.
Dr. Delvis Levy, the president and founder of the Cuba American Alliance Education Fund, Inc., a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating policy makers on issues that directly impact the lives of Cubans and Americans, will speak to the community at Cal Poly on Thursday.
The Jewish Community Center of San Luis Obispo (JCCSLO), in partnership with the Cal Poly Ethnic Studies Department, History Department and the Political Science Department, is sponsoring the event.
Delvis covers Cuban history and development through his Jewish family history, prior to the revolution to present day. The alliance works for family reunification and promotes engagements of mutual benefit between the people of Cuba and of the U.S.
This event is free and open to the public on Feb. 4 at 5 p.m. at the University Union (Building 65), room 220 on the Cal Poly campus.
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Back and neck pain affects nearly 80 percent of adults at some point in their lifetime. Even though this pain may be common, if your pain is severe or becoming more frequent, you should talk to your doctor. 
