ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
2012 REGIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Arizona, Greater California, Hawaii and Nevada

 

 

 

MAY 2012

May 21, 2012
Juvenile Arthritis "Spring Fling"
Location: Siegfried and Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, 3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
For those of you who have been affected by juvenile arthritis. We'll meet outside the casino by the doors between the Kardasian store and yogurt shop. Please let me know if you need help with transportation. Contact Crystal Schulz at cschulz@arthritis.org or call (cell) 702.575.7669 or (office) 702.367.1626 for additional information.

May 23, 2012
Step Out For Active Aging
Location: Roger's Seniors' Center, 1706 Orange Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. 9:30am - 11:30 am.  714.536.9387
Join HB Senior Services and our sponsors to celebrate Older Americans Month. Begin with light warm-up exercises led by OC’s “Sr. Fitness Guru” -René Burton of It’s Never Too Late™- then walk as a group to the HB Pier. Refreshment and light snacks provided. First 100 in attendance receive an event T-Shirt and goody bag. Opportunity drawings for all in attendance. This event is FREE and open to everyone!  Contact Isela Monterrosas at 714.585.0201 or imonterrosas@arthritis.org for additional information.

May 30, 2012
National Senior Health and Fitness Day" in partnership with the Joslyn Center
Location: Joslyn Center, 73-712 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA
9:00 am - 2:00 pm.  Contact Shanna Hirschi at (760) 834-1215 or shirschi@arthritis.org for additional details and registration.

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JUNE 2012

June 2, 2012
10th Annual San Diego Arthritis Walk
Location: NTC Promenade at Liberty Station, San Diego, CA
Three mile walk with 1 mile option. Health & Wellness Expo, Pet Expo and Kid's Zone. Live Entertainment. Contact Nancy Coate at 858.492.1090 or email ncoate@arthritis.org for additional information. Visit sdarthritiswalk.org to register.

June 2, 2012
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Instructor Workshop
Application due by May 25, 2012
Location: St. Barnabas Senior Services, 675 S Carondelet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057
The Pacific Region, Los Angeles office is pleased to offer the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Instructor Training. Join us for this special training that incorporates latest program updates. Download the course outline and application.  Please note additional time-sensitive dates and information.  Contact Isela Monterrosas at imonterrosas@arthritis.org for additional information.

June 2, 2012
Juvenile Arthritis Family Pancake Event
Location: San Diego, CA
Contact the San Diego office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

June 3, 2012
San Fernando Valley Arthritis Walk at Magic Mountain
Location: Six Flags Magic Mountain
Contact Debbie Martin at 800.954-2873 or email dmartin@arthritis.org for details.  Visit mmarthritiswalk.org to register.

June 10 - 15, 2012
Camp Cruz - Arizona
Location:  Camp Civitan, Williams, AZ
At Camp Cruz, our JA children will experience a weeklong camp where their physical limitations are not an issue.  They'll have an opportunity to go horseback riding, learn archery, and hike through the woods. The kids will leave Camp Cruz with increased self-esteem, a feeling of belonging, and a lifetime of memories.  Contact Allie Avishai aavishai@arthritis.org for additional information.

• Download: Brochure - Registration Form

June 22 – 24, 2012
Camp Mana'olana
Location: TBD
Camp for kids with Juvenile Arthritis. Contact Tiffany Butac at 808.596.2900 or tbutac@arthritis.org for additional information.

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JULY 2012

July 7, 2012
"Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis" Patient Series
Location: CSN-Henderson, 700 College Drive, Henderson, NV 89002
The Arthritis Foundation's Nevada office presents "Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis", a series of FREE patient education seminars for Summer 2012. Ewa Olech, M.D., Associate Professor of Medicine and Chief of Rheumatology Division at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, will speak on a host of topics, including understanding the disease, decreasing and managing joint pain, decreasing fatigue and stiffness, the benefits of exercise and Self Management Plans.

Contact Crystal Schulz at 702.575.7669, 702.367.1626 or email cschulz@arthritis.org for additional information and registration.

July 8 - 13, 2012
Joint Adventure Camp
Location: San Diego, CA
Contact the San Diego office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

July 11 - 16, 2012
Camp Esperanza
Location: The Painted Turtle, Lake Hughes, CA
Camp Esperanza provides well-planned, safe activities that are fun and challenging.  Our programs are designed to help campers increase their self-acceptance and self-esteem, be more independent while participating in team-building activities, and meet others who share their experiences - often building friendships that are everlasting.  Contact Jennifer Ziegler at jziegler@arthritis.org for details. 

• Download the brochure. 

• Complete an application: English | Spanish.

July 19 - 22, 2012
2012 National Juvenile Arthritis Conference
Location: Marriott St. Louis Union Station, St. Louis, MO
The Juvenile Arthritis Conference is the Arthritis Foundation's signature, nationwide event for families affected by juvenile arthritis. Join us for this three-day education event that focuses on health, wellness and fun for children affected by arthritis, lupus, myositis, ankylosing spondylitis and other rheumatic diseases. The whole family is invited! Specific educational tracks focus on issues relating to parents, teens/young adults, children affected by arthritis and their siblings. Visit the 2012 JA Conference website for details.  Locally, contact Jennifer Ziegler at jziegler@arthritis.org for information and additional details.

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AUGUST 2012

Date TBD
Juvenile Arthritis Family Summer Event
Location: San Diego, CA
Contact the San Diego office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

August 4, 2012
First Annual Arthritis Advocacy Affair
Details coming.  Contact Crystal Schulz at (702) 367-1626 or email cschulz@arthritis.org for additional information. Please Note the Arthritis Foundation's Nevada Office has a new mailing address: PO Box 778213,  Henderson, NV 89077.

August 11, 2012
"Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis" Patient Series
Location: HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, 1250 S Valley View Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89102
The Arthritis Foundation's Nevada office presents "Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis", a series of FREE patient education seminars for Summer 2012. Ewa Olech, M.D., Associate Professor of Medicine and Chief of Rheumatology Division at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, will speak on a host of topics, including understanding the disease, decreasing and managing joint pain, decreasing fatigue and stiffness, the benefits of exercise and Self Management Plans.

Contact Crystal Schulz at 702.575.7669, 702.367.1626 or email cschulz@arthritis.org for additional information and registration.

August 11 - 15, 2012
Camp Esperanza: Teen Leadership
Location: The Painted Turtle, Lake Hughes, CA
Contact Jennifer Ziegler jziegler@arthritis.org for details.  Download the brochure/registration form. 

August 25, 2012
"Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis" Patient Series
Location: CSN-Cheyenne, 3200 East Cheyenne, North Las Vegas, NV 89115
The Arthritis Foundation's Nevada office presents "Managing Your Rheumatoid Arthritis", a series of FREE patient education seminars for Summer 2012. Ewa Olech, M.D., Associate Professor of Medicine and Chief of Rheumatology Division at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, will speak on a host of topics, including understanding the disease, decreasing and managing joint pain, decreasing fatigue and stiffness, the benefits of exercise and Self Management Plans.

Contact Crystal Schulz at 702.575.7669, 702.367.1626 or email cschulz@arthritis.org for additional information and registration.

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SEPTEMBER 2012

Date TBD
Camp ILA
Location: Arizona
Camp ILA is an amazing opportunity for families affected by Juvenile Arthritis to bond at a residential camp.  For many families wiht JA, it becomes a stigma, a separation.  Camp ILA is a chance to enjoy camp activities in a safe environment.  Contact Allie Avishai at (602) 212.9900 or aavishai@arthritis.org for additional information.

September 9, 2012
Santa Barbara Taste of the Town
Location: Riviera Park Gardens, Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara's premiere tasting event featuring 40 local wineries and 40 local restaurants. Contact Jeanne David at jfdavid@arthritis.org or call 805.563.4685 for additional information.

September 9 - 16, 2012
California Coast Classic Bicycle Tour
Location / Dates: 8 day tour: San Francisco to Santa Monica (9-9 to 9-16), 2 day tour: Buellton to Santa Monica (9-15 to 9-16)
Contact Amy Robertson or Paula Radin at 800.954.2873 or email arobertson@arthritis.org or pradin@arthritis.org for additional tour information. Visit californiacoastclassic.org to register.

September 29, 2012
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Instructor Training - Recertification
Saturday, September 29, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: White Sands of La Jolla, 7450 Olivetas Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037, (858) 454-4201
Dates, Times and locations for instructor training subject to change. Contact the San Diego Arthritis Foundation office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

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OCTOBER 2012

October 5, 2012
Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Instructor Training - Certification
Friday, October 5, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Mission Valley YMCA, 5505 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 298-3576
Dates, Times and locations for instructor training subject to change. Contact the San Diego Arthritis Foundation office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

October 19 - 20, 2012
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Instructor Trainings - Certification
Friday, October 19, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, and Saturday, October 20, 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Location: Mission Valley YMCA, 5505 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 298-3576
Dates, Times and locations for instructor training subject to change. Contact the San Diego Arthritis Foundation office at (858) 492-1090 for details.

October 19 - 20, 2012
Arthritis in PrimeTime
Location: Long Beach, CA
Contact Jennifer Ziegler at jziegler@arthritis.org for details.

October 26 - 28, 2012
Family Weekend Camps at The Painted Turtle - Fall
Location: The Painted Turtle, Lake Hughes, CA
Contact Jennifer Ziegler at jziegler@arthritis.org or 800.594-2873 for additional information.

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NOVEMBER 2012

Date: TBD
"Commitment to a Cure" Gala
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Contact Katie Holmes at 800.954.2873 or email kholmes@arthritis.org for information.

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DECEMBER 2012

December 1, 2012
Coachella Valley Arthritis Walk
Location: Palm Desert Civic Center Park, Palm Desert, CA
Contact Monica Caraballo at 909.731.7312 or email mcaraballo@arthritis.org for additional information.

December 2, 2012
Orange County Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk
Location: Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, CA
Contact Laura Ouimet at 949.585.0201 or email louimet@arthritis.org for additional information.

December 8, 2012
20th Annual San Diego Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk
Location: Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
5K Run/Walk w/1mile option. USATF sanctioned, Elf Village for Kids, Cheer Garden for Adults, 1 mile Dash w/the Elves for Kids, Costume contests (incl. dogs), Health & Wellness Expo, Live Entertainment. Contact Nancy Coate at 858.492.1090 or email ncoate@arthritis.org for additional information.

 

December 9, 2012
Glendale Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk
Location: Glendale, CA
Contact John Soto at 800.954.2873 or email jsoto@arthritis.org for additional information.

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