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Suicide Prevention Week: September 8-11

September is National Suicide Awareness month.  During the week of September 8, RecWell will be hosting daily events to promote suicide prevention, mental health awareness, self care, mindfulness, and more.  

• Monday, September 8: Tabling - Stop by the SWAG's table in the BSC from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or in the Bowers Center Lower Lounge from 3 - 5 p.m. for an opportunity to share positive messages to others on or off campus.  There will also be information on other awareness events happening throughout the week.
• Tuesday, September 9: MeditationB - Enjoy an evening of relaxation from 7 - 8 p.m. in the Bowers Center Classroom. Lead by our campus meditation expert, Dr. Long, you will learn more about meditation, how it can help with stress, and be guided into your own practice.  Yoga mats will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Please register in advance using the sign up genius link.
• Wednesday, September 10: Visit from K-Pets - As part of Suicide Prevention Week and the Bowers Center's quest to encourage self-care, SWAG invites you to spend a few minutes with your favorite furry friends from K-Pets!  Stop by the Bowers Center Upper Lounge on Wednesday, September 10 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. to participate in some pet therapy!
• Thursday, September 11: Happy to the Core; Low Key Pilates - Performing light or moderate exercise before bed can help decrease anxiety and improve sleep. Join Alli for Happy to the Core: Low Key Pilates as part of RecWell's Suicide Prevention Week on Thursday, September 11 at 7 p.m. in the Bowers Center Group Fitness Room. The class will have soft, calming music with a candlelight ambiance. Participants will receive a feelings journal and pen. Register in advance.

CPR Certifications

The Office of Campus Recreation and Well-Being offers certification through the American Red Cross for Adult First Aid/CPR/AED. The cost for current Elizabethtown College students, staff and faculty is $65. The cost for community members is $80. Visit our CPR Certification website for more information and to register for one of the following upcoming classes:

• September 12, 2025 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• October 17, 2025 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• November 14, 2025 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• January 16, 2026 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• February 20, 2026 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• March 20, 2026 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• April 17, 2026 (4 time slots, 8 people/session): 7:30 am - 9:00 am, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Demo Kitchen Events

• Wednesday, September 3, 2025 - Welcome Back Blue Jays Demo, Demo Kitchen, 3-5 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - Smart Study Snacking, BSC Patio, 2-4 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 1, 2025 - Pink Drink Demo, Demo Kitchen, 3-5 p.m.
• Thursday, October 2, 2025 - Paw Paws Tasting Event
• Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Fall-Themed Demo, Demo Kitchen, 4-5 p.m. (pre-register)
• Tuesday, October 28, 2025 - Adulting is Scary, Bowers Center, 5-7 p.m. (pre-register)
• Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - Candy Apple Bar, Demo Kitchen, 5-7 p.m.
• Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - Drink Demo (Sleep Hygiene Week), Demo Kitchen, 3-5 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - Rice Therapy Bags (Sleep Hygiene Week), Demo Kitchen, 3-5 p.m.
• Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - Stocking Savers, Demo Kitchen, 3-5 p.m.
• Friday, December 5, 2025 - National Cookie Day Event, Demo Kitchen, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - DIY Mason Jar Cookie Gifts, Demo Kitchen, 2-2:45 p.m. & 3-3:45 p.m. (pre-register)
• Friday, January 30, 2026 - Hot Chocolate Day
• Thursday, February 5, 2026 - Comfort Foods Demo (Shake the Winter Blues Week)
• Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - Chocolate Covered Wednesday
• Tuesday, February 17 - Mardi Gras Demo and Line Dancing Class
• Friday, February 13, 2026 - Pop-Up Disney Love Group Fitness Class and Dole Whips
• Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - Midterms Succ(ulent)
• Friday, March 13, 2026 - Pop Up St. Patrick's Group Fitness Class and Pub Snacks and Drinks
• Monday, March 16, 2026 - Friday, March 20 - Nutrition Week Programming
• Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Earth Day Demo
• Thursday, April 23, 2026 - Blue Jays Flock Together

Get Out and Hike!

Hiking has many health benefits, from physical to emotional and mental. Lancaster County is home to tons of hiking trails! Visit one of these four hiking trails that are all less than 8 miles from campus!

• NW Lancaster County River Trail
  
• Conewago Recreational Trail
  
• Bellaire Woods Nature Preserve
  
• Cove Outlook Park Loop
  

Etown RecWell YouTube Channel

Check out our new EtownRecWell YouTube Channel, where we will be posting fun and interactive videos such as quick, inexpensive cooking demonstration and workouts you can do at home!

• Pantry Vegetable Soup - Find the recipe here!
• Scrambled Egg Breakfast Muffins - Find the recipe here!
• Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas - Find the recipe here!
• Baked Banana & Chocolate Chip Oatmeal - Find the recipe here!
• Chickpea Salad - Find the recipe here!
• Healthy Crispy Chick - Find the recipe here!
• Protein Bites - Find the recipe here!
• Cooking with the J's: Healthy Recipes for the Mind and Body post-session information
• Pre and Post Run Stretches
• Audio Running Class
• Ab Workouts
• Upper Body Workouts
• Lower Body Workouts
• Spin classes
• ...and more!