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GROW Upcoming Events

The GROW collaborates with several different community organizations in the Greater Sacramento area to provide community members with health education presentations and programs. These events are free and open to the public. We welcome you to join us at any of the events listed below. Some events may require RSVP - please reference the health event descriptions for further information.

Recurring Health Series

Exercise for Your Brain & Body is a series designed to offer a fun and unique blend of physical exercise and brain health education, all aimed at enhancing your overall well-being. We offer this series at different locations throughout Sacramento. Please refer to the locations where we offer this series below. We hope to see you there!

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    Oak Park

    Location: Dr. Ephraim Williams Family Life Center (4036 14th Sacramento, CA)
    Room: Banquet room
    Date: Mondays

    • August: 3, 17, 24, 31

    Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

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    Natomas

    Location: North Natomas Community Center (2631 New Market Dr. Sacramento, CA)
    Date:     Every Tuesday

    Time: 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

    Please check-in with the front office of the community center prior to the class meeting.

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    Elk Grove

    Location: Elk Grove Senior Center (8230 Civic Center Dr. #140, Elk Grove, CA)
    Room: Sheldon room
    Date: Some Wednesday's

    • August: 12, 26

    Time: 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.

    Please check-in with the front desk of the community center prior to the class meeting.

Upcoming Health Presentations
  • August

    Eat the Rainbow

    Location: St. John's Retirement Village (135 Woodland Ave, Woodland, CA)
    Date and time: Monday, August 3, 2026 10 am - 12:30 pm
    Description: Join us to learn how eating a diet centered on whole, colorful, nutrient-rich foods can support brain health and promote healthy aging. Discover the role nutrition plays in maintaining cognitive function and practical ways to incorporate brain-healthy foods into your daily meals. Please note that this is a presentation and tabling event for a Healthy Living Senior Expo. The time listed above reflects the overall event duration, and the presentation will take place during that time.
  • August

    Autoimmune Diseases

    Location: St. Paul Church of Sacramento (3996 14th Ave., Sacramento, CA)
    Date and time: Monday, August 10, 2026 2 - 3:30 pm
    Description: Join us to learn about autoimmune diseases, including what they are, how common they are, and the factors that may increase your risk. We'll also explore the connection between autoimmune conditions and brain health, and why understanding this relationship is important for overall well-being.
  • August

    Alzheimer's, Brain Health, and Power of Exercise

    Location: ACC Senior Services (7334 Park City Dr., Sacramento, CA)
    Date and time: Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30 - 11:30 am 
    Description: Join us for an informative session exploring the connection between brain health and overall well-being. Learn how regular physical activity can support cognitive health and may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, along with practical strategies for maintaining a healthy brain throughout life.