Location: Greenmead Historical Park, 20501 Newburgh, Livonia, MI 48152

Description: In Part 2 of this lecture series, Registered Dietitian and chef, Mary Balog, will take a closer look at how eating local food helps to strengthen communities. Food is a powerful connector– For relationships, for the local economy, for food culture, and for social change. You’ll also learn about the different ways to participate in our local food system, as an eater, an advocate, or a grower. We will introduce various examples of local food initiatives, and how to share ideas for how to get involved. It’s a practical look at how our relationship to food can support the people and places around us.

This is part 2 of a 3-part monthly lecture series.

August 19: Part 1: The Power of Local Food: Why It matters

September 16: Part 2-Building a Stronger Community Through Local Food

October 21: Part 3-How to Eat Locally: Practical Tips and Resources

Register Here - Create an account on the Livonia CivicRec website to register.

Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: Learn all about this “self-care eating framework” that has over 200 studies demonstrating its positive impact on physical health & emotional wellbeing. This presentation will prime you for the rest of this series that explores the Ten Principles of Intuitive Eating in more detail. This will be helpful for anyone who is tired of yo-yo dieting, weight cycling, tracking calories, and counting macros. You don't need to restrict your favorite foods to be healthy!

This is part 1 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

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Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: Either you or someone you know has likely had frustrating experiences with dieting. But it's not your fault! Diets don't work, and they may actually do more harm than good. In this session, we will discuss the science of dieting and weight loss, as well as the biological mechanisms of hunger. Learn how to break the diet cycle! It's possible to work with your body and not against it; and you can start by recognizing and responding to your body's natural hunger cues.

This is part 2 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

Register Here - Create an account on the Livonia CivicRec website to register.

Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: Do you have "forbidden foods" or foods you can't keep in the house? In this session, we will review the psychology behind dieting & restriction. Learn how to challenge diet rules so you can eat what you want, while prioritizing your wellbeing.

This is part 3 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

Register Here - Create an account on the Livonia CivicRec website to register.

Location: Greenmead Historical Park, 20501 Newburgh, Livonia, MI 48152

Description: In this final session of the lecture series, Registered Dietitian and chef, Mary Balog, will focus on simple, practical ways to bring more local food into your everyday meals. We’ll cover which foods are in season and how to cook with them. You’ll also get tips on seasonal food resources that help you familiarize yourself with local foods in southeast Michigan throughout the year. We will also offer meal planning tips and a few recipes that make the most of what’s available locally. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to do more, you’ll leave with ideas you can actually use. Learn how to practice cooking with the rhythms of the seasons!

This is part 3 of a 3-part monthly lecture series.

August 19: Part 1: The Power of Local Food: Why It matters

September 16: Part 2-Building a Stronger Community Through Local Food

October 21: Part 3-How to Eat Locally: Practical Tips and Resources

Register Here - Create an account on the Livonia CivicRec website to register.

Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: In this session, we will review the importance of eating to contentment. Learn how to recognize your satiety cues so you can identify how much food is "enough" for you, in the physical & the emotional sense-- without food measuring or calorie tracking!

This is part 4 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

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Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: How would it feel to treat yourself with kindness and compassion during times of stress? How would it feel to show up for the body you have today with respect and care? In this session, we will review common patterns and solutions for emotional eating and will also discuss strategies for managing negative self-talk and bad body image days.

This is part 5 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

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Location: Jack E. Kirksey Rec Center, 15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154

Description: Do you dread exercise? Is it hard to stick to a regimen? Learn how to shift your relationship to exercise with Joyful Movement. In this session, we will also review how to practice Gentle Nutrition so you can optimize your performance and support body function, or manage chronic conditions, all while eating the foods you enjoy.

This is part 6 of a 6-week series on Intuitive Eating.

Register Here - Create an account on the Livonia CivicRec website to register.