What's New with CCHL?!

CCHL officially merged with the Hult Center for Health Education on April 5, 2011! The organization is thrilled to have this new opportunity to grow and enhance the knowledge and involvement with the community.

In case you do not know about the Hult Center for Health Education:

The Hult Center for Health Education has touched the lives of over 700,000 individuals of all ages at the Center and "on the road." The Center opened in October, 1990 and recently celebrated its 20-year anniversary. The Hult Center for Health Education is a part of the Proctor Health Care family.

The Hult Center is home to five state-of-the-art interactive learning centers, classrooms, and auditorium and has become a premier destination for school-age children and adults alike from all over the State. The Center hosts approximately 37,000 annual visitors. Learn more about the Hult by clicking here!


Don't worry.........

CCHL and the Hult Center for Health Education will maintain their own names and continue their respective services and programs.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call (309) 693-8139.

Uncorked!

The Uncorked! Wine, Craft Beer & Hors'd'oeuvre Tasting, Silent & Live Auction has been scheduled for Friday, October 7th at the Embassy Suites Hotel in East Peoria!

We are excited for all of our wine, craft beer & food vendors to get together again and show us their best products!

This year, we are looking for new people to help us secure items for our silent and live auction! If you are interested in helping us with Uncorked! in anyway, please contact Ashlyn at asmith@cchlpeoria.org or (309) 693-8139!

Go To Bat for CCHL!

Let the Challenge Begin!!

It's time to go to bat for the Cancer Center for Healthy Living's
Homerun Challenge!

Step 1: Select your Favorite team

(CUBS VS. WHITE SOX VS. CARDINALS)

Step 2: Pledge a fixed about of $ for EACH Homerun your favorite team hits during the 2011 MLB Season.

If you pledge:

$1.00+ for EACH Homerun= Receive 2 Peoria Chief's Tickets

$5.00+ for EACH Homerun= Receive 4 Peoria Chief's Game Tickets and win a chance to tickets to a game in a suite!

$10.00+ for EACH Homerun= Receive 6 Peoria Chief's Game Tickets and a chance to watch a game in the Sandberg Suite with your family and friends!


Step 3: Attend Uncorked! October 7th at the Embassy Suites Hotel in East Peoria! If your team wins the challenge, your name will be placed in a drawing for autographed prizes!

Opening Day: April 1st

Click here to pledge today!

Cancer Center for Healthy Living- Chinese Tea Tasting

The Cancer Center for Healthy Living is excited for our Chinese Tea Tasting coming up on February 22nd at 6PM! There is plenty to learn about the importance of Chinese Tea and how it can help you become and stay healthy!


Join Hong as she explains all the wonderful benefits of tea and how it can be used to:

* Increase Antioxidants
* Lower Cholesterol
* Boost Metabolism
* Burn Calories
* Regulate Female Emotions
* Sooth Nervous System
* Cleanse Kidney and Bladder
* Remove Arterial Plaque
* Regulate Gastrointestinal System
* Increase Stomach Enzymes
* Increase Peristalsis in the Intestines

Please RSVP today by calling (309) 693-8139 or by clicking here!

Upcoming Fun

The Cancer Center for Healthy Living has some opportunities that might help you get out of the house and learn something new.

Our Upcoming Educational Presentations and workshops include:

* Hand Reflexology Workshop: February 8 at 5:30pm
* Chinese Tea Tasting: February 22 at 6pm
* Sound Therapy Workshop: March 8 at 5:30pm
* Dream Workshop: March 17 from 9am-4pm
* Spring Tai Ji Retreat: April 9th and 10th at Wildlife Prairie State Park
* Reflexology Workshop: April 12 at 5:30pm
* Cancer Basics 101: April 14 at 4pm
* Healthy Cooking Demo: April 26 at 12NOON and 5pm

Interested in attending any or want additional information? Log on to our website at www.cchlpeoria.org or call (309) 693-8139.

Don't forget our exercise classes!

Monday: 9am Aqua Survivor at Landmark Recreation Center
5pm: Breath of Joy Yoga (Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors Only)
6:30pm: Tai Ji Circle

Tuesday: 9am Aerobics

Wednesday: 11am Yoga with Jean
6:30pm Beginner Tai Ji

Thursday: 6:15 Yoga with Lisa

Friday: 9am Living Strong

Remember-- if you are a cancer patient, survivor or caregiver-- you can participate in all healthy living classes free of charge! The general public may attend for a $5 drop in fee.

Dan Fogelberg Tribute Concert

Tickets for the August 28th Dan Fogelberg Tribute Concert, and Post-Concert Party, to be held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral are now on sale. Concert tickets are $20 for Balcony tickets and $25 for Main Level tickets.

Musicians performing that night include: Tom Abbot, Robin Akins, Cherie Beever, Johnny Burnett, Barry Cloyd, Joe Couri, Chris Diepenbrock, Mark Eilers, Hugh Higgins, Rachel Higgins, Kent Higgins, Rudy Higgins, Bob Parkhurst, Jenny Parkhurst, Dave Parkinson, John Price, Jeff Steenrod, and Lee Wenger.

Tickets for the Post-Concert Party are $10 per person, and tickets are limited. There will be appetizers and two drink tickets for wine, beer, soft drinks, or water.

Tickets can be ordered from the Cancer Center For Healthy Living online at:
http://www.cchlpeoria.org/index.php?page=3

Can't come but would like to purchase a souvenir? http://www.zazzle.com/DF_Memorial_Weekend

Fancy Schmancy Market to Benefit CCHL!

Nothin to do this Saturday?

Don't miss the Fancy Schmancy Market! It will be held on May 15th inside CCHL and the Hult Health Education Building (5215 N. Knoxville Avenue Peoria, IL) from 10am-5pm. There is no entrance fee.

There will be at least 40 local artists, craftsmen and home businesses showing and selling their unique work.

The Entertainment will also be a MUST SEE:

10am- Peoria Ballet
11 am- Mary-Ellen Urich, Local Director with Students doing pieces from Guys and Dolls, and several other local plays.
1pm- Savannah Kutak (Local Singer)
2 pm- Collin Krause at 2pm (Local 13 year old who is a mandolin and string instrument genius!)
3pm- Isle of Erin Irish Dancers

Come and Support Your Community this Saturday!