Anchorage Daily News

Healing through Wisdom Circles, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Media Center, Providence Cancer Center, 3851 Piper St. Master facilitator and adult educator Kathe Bocha will introduce Wisdom Circles, which have been used to foster development of communication, connection and healing within individuals as well as organizations. Bring business cards for networking exchange and door prize. Sponsored by Alaska Chapter, American Society of Training and Development. Members are free; others $10. (227-2393)

Mobile mammography, 9 a.m., Thursday, Girdwood Clinic, 131 Lindblad Ave. Call 212-3151 to set up an appointment. For those without insurance or under-insured, programs are available to assist.

Light the Night benefit concert, 4-9 p.m. Friday, Vagabond Blues, 642 S. Alaska St., Palmer. The Leukemia Lymphoma Society will host a concert to raise funds for cancer research. Performers will include The Derry Aires featuring Robin Bassett, Terri Mayeur and Peggy Monaghan, Marty Raney, J-Lee and the TTL Boys and Phil White. (373-0222 ext. 25, tanya@kmbq.com)

Introduction to Taoist Yoga, 5-7 p.m. Saturday, The Oriental Healing Arts Center, 2636 Spenard Road. The class integrates the meditation and breathing techniques of QiGong, strength and flexibility of yoga, and flow and grace of tai chi. Beginners to yoga and tai chi welcome. $35. (279-0135, www.touchoftao.com)

Your success stories wanted: The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services wants to tell stories about Alaskans who have quit smoking, walked, hiked or biked their way to losing weight, or found new ways to eat better and feel better. These success stories will go on the state Web site to provide information and inspiration for other Alaskans. If you have a story to tell, contact Ann Potempa with the Department of Health and Social Services at 269-7957. Stories also can be sent to ann.potempa@alaska.gov, using the subject line "Alaska Success Stories".

Alaska Hand Rehabilitation Inc. is offering free 15-minute screening evaluations during the month of July. Screenings are available to those with hand/arm symptoms or concerns. Call 563-8318 between 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. to make your appointment.

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