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NORWAY — Tai chi and a mindfulness class have been added to the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine events calendar in May.
The center is in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building, 199 Main St. and offers free programs to anyone who has been affected by cancer.
Added for May are qi gong and tai chi, 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 8 and 16. Betsy Foster will introduce participants to tai chi and qi gong, which involves slow and deliberate movements that help improve balance and muscle control.
Mindfulness will be offered 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 18. Living in the moment and relaxing through mindfulness will be discussed.
Preregister for qi gong and tai chi or mindfulness is encouraged. To sign up, call 890-7063.
Other regular classes, workshops and events include Walk and Talk with David, a variety of yoga offerings, guided meditation, reiki, health tips, stamping, sewing, crocheting and knitting, beading, coloring and more.
The center has drop-in hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Thursday and Friday, and volunteers are available to provide comfort items such as port protectors, wigs, hats, pillows, or to help find resources. Visitors can also pick up brochures, use the lending library or enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, chat with a volunteer. For a full calendar or more information, visit www.crcofwm.org.
