About us
This group is operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission June 30, 2021. The mission of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Youth & Countywide Sports Division's, Health & Wellness Team is to create healthy communities through people, parks, and programs by offering family-oriented and culturally informed health, nutrition and exercise programs, and educational opportunities that work together to improve the quality of life for all Prince George’s County residents.
The Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer a variety of fun and FREE health and wellness programs to Prince George’s County residents in order to improve the health and wellness of our community!
Health and wellness programs include:
• Dine, Learn & Move
• Get Fit Mobile unit
• Healthy Holiday Cooking
• QR FIT Trails
And many more!
For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly at (301) 446-6800; TTY (301) 699-2544 or [wellness@pgparks.com](mailto:wellness@pgparks.com).
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Be sure to check out our other Meet Up groups:
Department of Parks and Recreation: Walking Programs and More!
Department of Parks and Recreation: Yoga/Fitness in the Parks
Upcoming events
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Wholesome Holiday Breakfast Cooking Demonstration
Glenn Dale Community Center, 11901 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale, MD, USBegin your day on a nutritious note with these delicious recipes perfect for the holiday season! During this cooking demonstration, learn how to create a protein-packed holiday breakfast. Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE
Glenn Dale Community Center
Ticket Code: SPD-SPEC-GA-20261105
Click Here to RegisterFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
Healthy Holiday Nutrition Series
Enjoy these FREE interactive workshops and cooking demonstrations where you will learn nutritional tools and cooking tips for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. You will learn how to prepare a balanced meal and be introduced to new recipes while maintaining your wellness goals. All ages welcome. Registration required.5 attendees
Health Screenings & Educational Resources
Bladensburg Community Center, 4500 57th Ave, Bladensburg, MD 20710, USA, Bladensburg, MD, USTuesdays, October 20-November 24, 10 am-12 noon
Blood Pressure Screening
This is a drop-in event. Screenings will be provided as time and resources allow. Take charge of your health! Join us for a FREE health screening, where you can get your blood pressure checked. You will get all the results of your screening the same day. Based on the screening results, you will be provided educational and referral resources to help improve your health. Ages 18 & up; FREE.
Bladensburg Community CenterFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
2 attendees
Healthy Holiday Desserts Cooking Demonstration
Fort Washington Forest Community Center, 1200 Fillmore Road, Fort Washington, MD, USNovember is a time for gathering, celebrating, and sharing delicious food with loved ones. Join us for this festive cooking demonstration where you’ll learn how to create allergen-friendly and gluten-free holiday desserts that everyone at the table can enjoy! Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE
Ticket Code: FWFCC-SPEC-GA-20261112
Click Here to RegisterFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
Healthy Holiday Nutrition Series
Enjoy these FREE interactive workshops and cooking demonstrations where you will learn nutritional tools and cooking tips for you and your family to enjoy this holiday season. You will learn how to prepare a balanced meal and be introduced to new recipes while maintaining your wellness goals. All ages welcome. Registration required.3 attendeesHealth Screenings & Educational Resources
Bladensburg Community Center, 4500 57th Ave, Bladensburg, MD 20710, USA, Bladensburg, MD, USTuesdays, October 20-November 24, 10 am-12 noon
Blood Pressure Screening
This is a drop-in event. Screenings will be provided as time and resources allow. Take charge of your health! Join us for a FREE health screening, where you can get your blood pressure checked. You will get all the results of your screening the same day. Based on the screening results, you will be provided educational and referral resources to help improve your health.
Bladensburg Community CenterFor fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com
1 attendee
Past events
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