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19th Ward Hosts Free Outdoor Strength Training Class This Sunday

Join Sports & Ortho and Treadfit for a free outdoor strength training class Sunday, June 11.

CHICAGO, IL -- Kick off the summer right. Throughout the month of June, the 19th Ward will be hosting and promoting a series of free activities and events designed to promote health and wellness. Come out this weekend for a free outdoor strength training class, Sunday, June 11, starting at 9 a.m. in Barnard Park, 10431 S. Longwood Drive.

This class is sponsored by Sports & Ortho and Treadfit, and will be led by Jenny Harkins. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat. Following the class, free smoothies will be provided courtesy of Southtown Health Foods and the Beverly Area Planning Association.

The 19th Ward has a full schedule of events planned. The Healthy Summer Campaign is sponsored by Humana, Metro South Medical Center, and JenCare. I hope to see you on Sunday at Barnard Park.

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