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WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 2017 THE BANKS COUNTY NEWS PAGE 3A 160 4&S COUMTY NVOKCKMENT VISITS SHERIFF'S OFFICE Students in the Junior Deputy Training Program, held last week at Banks County Elementary School, visited the sheriff’s office. The students are shown with Sheriff Carlton Speed (left). JUNIOR DEPUTY TRAINING The participants in the Junior Deputy Training Program offered by the Banks County Sheriff’s Office are shown with a helicopter. TEAM BUIEDING Participants in the Junior Deputy Training Program work on team-building skills. PUBEIC SAFETY LESSON Junior Deputy Training Program participants got an up-close look inside an ambulance. COOLING OFF Students in the Junior Deputy Training Program cooled off when a firefighter and fire truck stopped by the school. $ 5 00 0FF Ticket Or More. Valid with coupon Mon.-Thurs. only. La Hacienda Commerce La Hacienda Braselton 173 Steven B. Tanger Blvd. 5391 Highway 53 706-335-7458 706-654-0070 I The Original Mexican Restaurant! Not affiliated with any other restaurant. | r A Northeast Georgia Medical Center Calendar of Events: August 2017 LIVING WELL LECTURES WELLNESS IN THE KITCHEN STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Join us for a fun and informative lecture on health and wellness topics. WINDER: NGMC Barrow Suite 380 All About Hip and Knee Pain Tuesday, August 8 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Gregory Woods, MD BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton Education Center Non-Surgical Weight Loss Thursday, August 10 1 p.m. Speaker: Sujata Gill, MD CAR SEAT SAFETY CLASS Learn how to keep your baby as safe as possible when in his or her car seat. Well also check the installation of your car seat in your vehicle at the end of class. Wednesday, August 2 7 p.m. NGMC Gainesville Women & Children Education Center 825A Jesse Jewell Parkway Speaker: SafeKids DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Diabetes is a chronic disease and the more you know the better you can manage diabetes and avoid complications. Each month we have a different topic and a different speaker. WINDER: Monday, August 21 6 p.m. NGMC Barrow Suite 380 GAINESVILLE: Cooking tasty, healthy meals is a snap when you know the secrets of a chef. Join our chefs for tips and tricks that will take your cooking to the next level and bring wellness to the table. WINDER: NGMC Barrow, Suite 380 Deliciously Better Breakfast Tuesday, August 1 6:00 p.m. Satisfying Salads Tuesday, September 5 6:30 p.m. BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton Education Center Superfoods 101 Tuesday, August 15 6:30 p.m. GAINESVILLE: NGMC Gainesville South Patient Tower Cafeteria Asian Fusion Thursday, August 17 5:30 p.m. FARMER’S MARKET Can't make it to the farm? Jaemor Farms will be bringing fresh fruits and vegetables from their market to NGMC! Meet us at the NGMC Braselton Main Entrance or the Bright Spot at NGMC Gainesville for your fresh produce needs! BRASELTON: Wednesdays, August 9 & 23 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. NGMC Braselton Main Entrance GAINESVILLE: A monthly support group intended to empower stroke survivors and caregivers to lead a satisfying and active life. Learn about stroke prevention, home modifications, coping mechanisms, local resources and more from caring professionals! GAINESVILLE: Thursday, August 10 6 p.m. NGMC Gainesville Auxiliary Conference Room LUNG CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Join the newly diagnosed, survivors and loved ones for a lung cancer support group. Please call 770-219-8815 or email penny.mccall@nghs.com for more information. BRASELTON: Monday, August 21 4:30 p.m. NGMC Braselton Education Center EASY BREATHER SUPPORT GROUP This month's meeting will feature a Pulmonary Wellness Fair including Information, health screenings and demonstrations by a variety of businesses and organizations. Lunch is provided and registration is required. GAINESVILLE: Friday, August 18 Noon First Baptist Church 751 Green St. Gainesville, GA 30501 Easy Breather Bingo Thursday, August 17 11 a.m. 675 White Sulphur Road Blue Ridge Room Register today! Wednesdays, August 2 & 16 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. NGMC Gainesville The Bright Spot SK Phone: 800-347-1416 Online: www.nghs.com/events j
