The Center for Health & Wellbeing is a partnership between the Winter Park Health Foundation and AdventHealth.
Wholeness
Crystal Bowl Sound Meditation for Community + Connection
Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, & 25, 7 – 8 PM
Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for a four-week series focused on mindfulness in the workplace. Please note: the first class of each month is free, providing an opportunity for all to experience mindfulness and meditation. Subsequent classes include a $5 program fee.
Exercise Your Creativity: Mindful Mini Art
Wednesday, August 6, 1 – 3 PM
Inspire your artistic side! In our monthly Exercise Your Creativity workshops, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to experiment with a variety of mediums and art styles and see how getting creative can improve your mental health and overall wellbeing. This month, teaching artist Ann Goodpasture will show you how to make mindful mini art. No prior art experience is required.
Meditation + Mudras
Thursday, August 7 & Wednesday, August 13, 10 – 11 AM
Relieve stress and calm your nervous system during this deep relaxation class. Under the careful guidance of certified meditation guide and Crosby Wellness Center yoga instructor Nicole Elliott, learn how to incorporate mudras—symbolic hand gestures that link the brain to the body—into your meditation practice. Please bring your own yoga mat.
The Center for Health & Wellbeing proudly hosts educational programs that inspire your healthiest self. Advance registration for all programs is required.
To register, please visit the CHWB calendar at YourHealthandWellbeing.org/events, call 407.644.2492, or stop by the CHWB Welcome Desk.
Lunch & Learn: Artists’ Series
Thursday, August 7, Noon – 1 PM
Bring your lunch and enjoy a midday performance from local musician Jaquay of Central Florida Vocal Arts as part of our monthly Artists’ Series. Jaquay was 7 years old when she was first introduced to the violin through her elementary school’s strings program, and she has continued training since the age of 16. As a solo artist, Jaquay loves performing classical crossover selections branching into other genres, including pop, rock, and R&B.
Fruit Trees of Florida
Monday, August 11, 1 – 2 PM
Learn how to take advantage of Florida’s long growing seasons and create your own backyard grocery store! In this class, the gardening experts from Fleet Farming will reveal how to cultivate and care for fruit trees. Learn the basics of growing plants, shrubs, and trees that produce fruits from oranges to mangos to avocados (yes, avocado is a fruit!). Bring a notebook and pencil to take notes and leave armed with all the information you’ll need to fill your outdoor space with edible delights.
Sweet Fats: Delicious Desserts with Healthy Fats
Monday, August 11, 1 – 2 PM
In this fun and flavor-packed cooking demo, we’ll explore how to make decadent, satisfying desserts using nourishing plantbased fats, such as extra virgin olive oil, avocado, coconut oil,
and nut butters. Under the careful guidance of Sarah Santa, a certified nutritionist and Level 1 Olive Oil Sommelier, discover the science behind healthy fats and how they can enhance both the flavor and texture of your favorite sweets. Program fee: $10.
Fresh Flavors with Allison: Blue Zones in the Kitchen
Thursday, August 14, 5:30 – 7 PM
Join Registered Dietitian and Culinary Medicine Specialist Allison Harrell for an interactive cooking demonstration inspired by the world’s longest-living populations, known as the Blue Zones. Whether you’re new to the Blue Zones concept or looking for practical ways to bring the lifestyle to your kitchen, this class will leave you informed, inspired, and well-fed. Program fee: $35.
Sound Bowl Healing
Mondays, August 18, 1 – 2 PM & August 25, 3 – 4 PM
Join experienced sound healing practitioner Nicole Elliott, a Yoga Alliance-certified meditation guide and Crosby Wellness Center yoga instructor, for a relaxing guided meditation and sound healing experience. Research shows that sound healing therapy can minimize and relieve pain, stimulate the immune system, reduce stress, and improve mental and emotional clarity.
The Art of the Sauce
Tuesday, August 19, Noon – 1 PM
Unlock the secrets behind the boldest and brightest condiments in the culinary world. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Edwin Cabrera of the AdventHealth Center for Nutritional Excellence, will dive into the art of crafting healthy sauces, salsas, and pestos that elevate any dish from ordinary to unforgettable. Program fee: $40.
Food as Medicine - Go with Your Gut: Adding Fiber to Your Meals
Tuesday, August 26, 11:30 – 1 PM
Join us in person or watch along live online as board-certified colorectal surgeon Radhika Smith, MD, of AdventHealth joins registered dietitian Allison Harrell for a special Food as Medicine cooking program focused on adding fiber to your meal routine. The program fee is $35 to attend in-person, which includes sampling the dishes! Our webinar is free.
Kickstart 30: A Proven Mental Wellness Workshop
Tuesdays, August 26 – September 23, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Are you ready to rev up your mental and physical wellbeing? Would you like to be happier, calmer, and more grounded?
Kickstart your wellness journey by joining Licensed Mental Health Counselor Jill Hamilton Buss for this five-week, sciencebasedprogram that will offer education, accountability, and doses of laughter and fun. Your $15 program fee includes a copy of the workbook, “WILD 5 Wellness KickStart30: A Proven 30-Day Mental Wellness Program.”
Healthy Eating Essentials
Wednesday, August 27, 10 AM - Noon
Empower yourself to make informed food choices and cultivate lifelong healthy habits. In this captivating and interactive program, led by AdventHealth Center for Nutritional Excellence registered dietitian Erika Stahl, learn how to make healthy eating habits part of your everyday life. Program fee: $40.
Mindfulness and Mandalas
Thursday, August 28, 10 – 11:30 AM
Take a break from the chaos and join us for a relaxing journey into the world of mandalas—where mindfulness meets creativity! With certified art therapist Jean Taras as your guide, explore the colorful history of mandala-making across cultures and learn how these beautiful circular designs have been used for focus, healing, and self-expression. The $10 program fee includes all supplies needed to create your own mandala. No prior art experience necessary. Come for the Zen, stay for the fun!
CHWB Book Club: My Friends
Thursday, August 28, 1 – 2:30 PM
The CHWB Book Club is a welcoming place to meet other readers who share a passion for connecting over stories. For our August Book Club selection, end the summer reading season with My Friends, the newest novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Fredrik Backman. The CHWB Book Club is led by Annette Kelly, Ph.D., a local columnist and retired nonprofit founder and nurse practitioner.
Fitness
Upper Body Strength Training
Wednesday, August 6, 11 AM – Noon
Strength training is one of the keys to longevity. In this class, Crosby Wellness Center’s KK Swanson will demonstrate multiple upper body exercises to keep you healthy and strong. She will also focus on proper form and injury prevention techniques. Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move and bring your own water bottle. All fitness levels welcome!
Tai Chi for Beginners
Monday, August 11, 3 – 4:30 PM
Tai Chi has been practiced for centuries to promote overall health, balance, and cultivation of the life force known as Chi. By learning simple breathing techniques, postures, and movements, you can begin your journey toward greater health and vitality. Join Crosby Wellness Center fitness instructor Alan Zemel for this fun and relaxing Tai Chi for Beginners Class, open to participants of all experience levels.
Expression through Movement
Wednesday, August 20, 4 – 5:30 PM
Join us for "Expression Through Movement," a transformative workshop led by Larissa Humiston, a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and founder of the nonprofit Emotions Dance Company. This unique experience invites you to explore the deep connection between body, mind, and emotion in a supportive and nurturing environment. No dance or movement experience is required—just an open heart and a willingness to connect.
Fit Fall
Monday, August 25, 1 – 2 PM
Fall into a healthier lifestyle! As we prepare to enter a new season, join Crosby Wellness Center instructor KK Swanson for a class designed to help you focus on your fitness goals in the second half of the year. KK will share strategies that will empower you to feel your best. We will discuss workout goals, ways to de-stress, and an exercise challenge we can all strive to accomplish.
Laughter Yoga
Tuesday, August 26, 4 – 5 PM
Join certified Laughter Yoga teacher Dana Kaplan in this program focused on helping your body create feel-good hormones. This gentle form of exercise combines breathing techniques from yoga with laughter exercises.
Medicine
Baby Bunch
Mondays, 10:30 AM – Noon
Baby Bunch provides a space for moms to connect postpartum, sharing the highs and lows of their breastfeeding journey and discussing any challenges they are experiencing. This group is for mothers with babies up to 12 months old.
Movement as Medicine
Tuesdays, August 5 & 19, 2 – 3 PM
This class incorporates dance and creative movement to address balance, flexibility, and spatial awareness for people living with Parkinson’s disease. The AdventHealth class is offered twice a month in person. Please join us! Email to register: nsi.brainhealth@adventhealth.com.
PT Screenings
Thursday, August 7, 10 AM – Noon
Most people in the United States will suffer from some sort of muscle or joint pain in their lifetime. In these screenings, an AdventHealth Sports Med and Rehab licensed physical therapist will assess any areas experiencing aches or pains and help you understand the cause. The PT will also teach you exercises to help relieve your pain. These screenings can address problems before they require more extensive treatment. Stop by the Healthy Living Experience to learn more. No advance registration required.
Dementia Caregiver Connection
Thursday, August 7, 2 – 3:30 PM
It’s no secret that those taking care of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease experience an overwhelming amount of stress. It may feel like there is no relief or remedy for handling the demands of caregiving, but there is hope. At this month’s Dementia Caregiver Connection, learn about activities and tips to keep loved ones engaged. Please RSVP by calling 407236-9997 or emailing shannon.manning@visitingangels.com.
Infant/Child CPR
Thursday, August 7, 6 – 8 PM
You’ve covered all the basics of caring for your baby. Now, learn how to save your child’s life if the unthinkable happens, such as choking or cardiac arrest. Led by a certified instructor, this class will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to handle these terrifying emergencies. Register at AdventHealthforWomen.com. Program Fee: $45.
Power to Prevent: Dementia
Tuesday, August 12, 11 AM – Noon
In this new series, connect with AdventHealth residents and learn the latest research and medical advice to prevent a variety of conditions and diseases. This month, dive deep into the rising cases of dementia and learn about the nine modifiable risk factors shown to help prevent dementia. Get empowered and learn how you can take action now to protect your brain and reduce your risk.
Bloodmobile
Tuesday, August 19, 8 AM – 4 PM
Donate blood and make a difference! The AdventHealth Bloodmobile will be parked outside CHWB. All donations help local AdventHealth patients. No appointment necessary.
Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
Recipe by Allison Harrell, RDN, CCMS
Allison.dietitian@gmail.com
Inspired by Kathryne Taylor's Fresh Spring Rolls
Ingredients:
Spring Rolls
• 1 cup torn butter lettuce, ribs removed
• 1 cup very thinly sliced red cabbage
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into matchsticks or sliced into strips with a julienne peeler
• 2 Persian (mini) cucumbers or 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced or sliced into strips with a julienne peeler
Instructions:
• 2 medium jalapeños, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced
• 1 cup edamame
• 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions
• ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro
• ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh mint
• 8 sheets rice paper (spring roll wrappers)
• Optional: mango
1. Fill a shallow pan (a pie pan or 9" round cake pan works great) with an inch of water. Fold a lint-free tea towel in half and place it next to the dish. Make sure your prepared fillings are within reach. Combine the green onion, cilantro, and mint in a small bowl and stir.
2. Place one rice paper in the water and let it rest for about 20 seconds, give or take. You’ll learn to go by feel here— wait until the sheet is pliable but not super floppy. Place it on a plate for assembly.
3. Leaving about 1 inch of open rice paper around the edges, cover the lower third of the paper with a few pieces of butter lettuce, some cabbage, and a few strips of carrot, pepper, edamame, cucumber, and jalapeño. Sprinkle generously with the herb mix.
Peanut Sauce
• ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
• 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed
4. Fold the lower edge up over the fillings, rolling upward just until the filling is compactly enclosed. Fold over the short sides like you want to make a burrito. Lastly, roll it up. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
5. To make the peanut sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, rice vinegar, tamari, honey, sesame oil, and garlic. Whisk in 2 to 3 tablespoons of water as needed to make a super creamy but dip-able sauce.
6. Serve the spring rolls with peanut sauce on the side. You can serve them whole or sliced in half on the diagonal with a sharp chef’s knife.
Join us in welcoming a new educational partner to the Center for Health & Wellbeing: the 4Roots' Culinary Health Institute (CHI)!
Classes presented by CHI will feature fresh, plant-forward recipes and techniques guaranteed to inspire your culinary journey. You can register for CHI’s classes at CHWB, as well as additional classes at the 4Roots Farm Campus in Orlando, at 4rootsfarm.org/events. We’re excited to have CHI join the Center’s community of wellness educators.
Food as Medicine – Inflammation: Cool the Flame, Heal the Body
Tuesday, August 12, 6-8pm
Chronic inflammation increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. This Food as Medicine cooking demonstration, brought to you by the 4Roots' Culinary Health Institute, will equip you with lifestyle recommendations, culinary tips, and a plant-based menu to help you recognize, reduce, and prevent inflammation, leading to a more vibrant life. Led by four-time James Beard Best Chef Semifinalist Chef Hari Pulapaka, Director of Culinary Education at the Culinary Health Institute, in collaboration with boardcertified Family and Lifestyle Medicine physician Dr. Arianna Becker, the evening will be filled with the information you need to move freely and enjoy a healthy life. Program fee: $40.
Upcoming classes presented by 4Roots' Culinary Health Institute
Cooking with Confidence: Essential Skills, Flavorful Meals
Tuesday, August 19, 6-7:30pm
The 4Roots' Culinary Health Institute invites you to experience the Cooking Skills & Demonstration series in the Center for Health & Wellbeing Nutrition Theatre. Join us in learning ways to transform your kitchen into a setting for flavor, confidence, and health. This empowering class will cover topics including mastering preparation techniques, refining knife skills, ensuring proper sanitation, and managing your kitchen. You'll also gain nutrition insights and enjoy delicious samples that turn simple ingredients into plant-forward meals and snacks that fuel your body with energy, vitality, and health. Whether you’re starting your healthy plant-based eating journey or looking for ways to refresh your skills, this event will open the door to more creativity and inspiration in the kitchen. Program fee: $25.
Discover The Labyrinth at Ward Park STEP INTO STILLNESS
Just steps away from the Center for Health & Wellbeing, a hidden gem awaits you. Across Perth Lane in Ward Park, this small labyrinth is designed for reflection, renewal, and relaxation.
Unlike a maze, a labyrinth has one single path in and out — no tricks, no wrong turns. Simply follow the winding trail at your own pace and allow your mind and body to unwind.
Let your next step be one toward balance, wellness, and peace.
Free and open to the public — all ages welcome.
A City of Winter Park resource made possible through a grant from the Winter Park Health Foundation
Why Walk The Labyrinth?
Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Walking slowly and mindfully can calm the nervous system and quiet the mind.
Enhance Mental Clarity
The meditative journey helps you focus, reflect, and reset.
Reconnect with Nature and Yourself
Whether you come with an intention or simply to breathe, The Labyrinth invites stillness and self-care.