NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital's Community Events

The following events are presented by NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, 1980 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor:

Immune-Boosting Super Foods

December 8, Noon – 1:30 pm

It’s that time of year: fighting off a cold? Family member has the flu? Boost your immunity! Learn about vitamins and minerals for optimizing immune functions such as Vitamin A, B6, C, D3, and E, as well as magnesium, selenium and zinc. We will cook an immune boosting meal, and drink (tea) to our health!

Location: NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen, 1992 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY

Registration: Call 914-734-3780; seating is limited ($15)

“Lunch and Learn” Keeping Your Bones Strong as You Age

December 15, Noon – 1:00 pm

Presenter: Nicole S. Belkin, MD, a Columbia University orthopedic surgeon with NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Hudson Valley, specializes in non-operative and operative treatment of injuries and conditions effecting the knee, shoulder and hip. While it's true that we lose bone as we age and that bone loss can cause osteoporosis, there is good news: There's plenty you can do to keep your bones strong and healthy.

Location: NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Ground Floor Conference Room; complimentary light lunch

Registration: Call 914-734-3159; seating is limited.

Bariatric Supportive Cooking

December 16, Noon – 1:30 pm

This free cooking demonstration with Chef Emilie Berner and Ashley Fleischhauer, RN, is a great opportunity to sample new and healthy recipes. Learn about the ten basic rules of eating following bariatric intervention, as well as a mindful eating practice. All food will be sample, and recipes will be provided. Family and friends welcome!

Location: NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen, 1992 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY

Registration: Call 914-734-3780; seating is limited (free)

Healthy Holiday Cookies

December 19, 5:15 – 6:45 pm

Favorite holiday cookies get a makeover in this healthy holiday cookie class! Learn about alternative sweeteners to sugar, as well as how to bake with whole grain flours, and gluten-free varieties. On the menu: ginger cookies, chocolate macaroons, and more!

Location: NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen, 1992 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY

Registration: Call 914-734-3780; seating is limited ($15)