Archive for Healthy Living

Free Flu Shot at CVS w/P&G Purchase

Here’s an interesting twist to encourage folks to get a flu shot this fall season… CVS is offering a free flu shot when you buy $30 worth of select Procter & Gamble products. P&G features many brands such as Tide, Pampers, Bounty, and more.  No mention of how long this deal is available.  Customers need [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Free Karate in the Park Thursdays This Fall

Discovery Green is kicking off a new freebie this fall for outdoor fun.  Karate in the Park begins Thursday, September 2, from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  This weekly after-school karate class focuses on self defense, cardio exercise, meditation, strength training, and discipline.  Admission is free!  Discovery Green is located downtown at 1500 McKinney.

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Last Chance for Free Shots at Children’s Museum

If you still need to get your children up-to-date on shots before heading to school, take advantage of Free Back-to-School Vaccinations at The Children’s Museum of Houston.  The remaining dates are Thursday, August 19, and August 26, as part of Free Family Night from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.  Free vaccinations are limited to the [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Immunizations: $10/Child in NW Houston Through August 19

Families needing to catch up on shots will appreciate this deal in Northwest Houston.  Northwest Assistance Ministries’ (NAM) annual “Shot Blitz” kicked off this week, August 9-13 and continues August 16-19.  This project provides back-to-school immunizations for uninsured children at only $10 per child — no matter how many shots the child receives.  Parents are [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, August 12th, 2010

Free Waxing at Grand Opening Party: European Wax Center Meyerland August 6

Another location of European Wax Center is hitting the retail block in Houston.  The Meyerland location will host its Grand Opening Party this Friday, August 6, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.  The festivities include free wax services, food and entertainment with a focus on health, wellness and beauty.  Wax services are first-come, first-serve.  The [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

Free Back-to-School Health Fairs thru August 16

Neighborhood Centers Inc. — a United Way agency — is sponsoring free Back-to-School Community Health Fairs at locations around Houston beginning July 31.  Families can get free immunizations and health screenings as well as enjoy food, games, prizes and more.  This Saturday, the health fair will be at Ripley House Neighborhood Center at 4410 Navigation.  [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

July/August Free & Cheap Immunizations

If you can’t make it to The Children’s Museum of Houston during its free Thursday Family Night immunizations, check out the Harris County Hospital District’s Troubleshooters Mobile Unit.  This unit will be out and about this summer providing free shots for children age 2 months to 18 years.  Parents need to bring their child’s shot record.  The remaining [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, July 19th, 2010

Free Back-to-School Shots at Children’s Museum on Thursdays During Free Family Night

Is your mind starting to think about all your back-to-school needs for your family?  School begins five weeks from today!  The Children’s Museum of Houston continues its community partnership for free back-to-school immunizations for children under 18 years.  Each Thursday from July 22 to August 26, families can get their children immunized for free from [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, July 19th, 2010

Healthy Living in the Park: Free Summer Outdoor Exercise Classes at Discovery Green

Discovery Green’s Healthy Living in the Park continues all summer on weekday evenings with free outdoor exercise classes.  Explore PiYo (Pilates + Yoga) on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., Zumba on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., and Tango Thursdays each Thursday at 6:30 p.m.  All classes are one hour at Discovery Green.  The PiYo class targets it [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, July 12th, 2010

Kids’ Summer Fitness Boot Camp, BONA Fitness

HAVE YOUR kids become couch potatoes this summer with all the downtime?  Then you might be interested in this Fitness Boot Camp for kids ages 8-13.  BONA Fitness’ three-week program — only $75 — focuses on speed and agility, endurance, reaction drills, and plyometrics.  The next session begins July 5-23 and again July 26-August 13.  [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Friday, June 25th, 2010