FYI 3-10-13

Run for God to hold informational meeting

Run for God is holding an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 25 at Lynwood Baptist Church, 2935 Lynwood Hills Drive in Cape Girardeau. The 12-week training course is designed for beginning runners. Run for God is a group of runners who seek to keep God as their focus. For more information, call Scott McQuay at 225-1781 or email rscottmcquay@gmail.com.

SoutheastHEALTH to hold class for new parents

SoutheastHEALTH is holding a lifesaver class for new parents from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in Southeast Hospital meeting room 105. The class helps participants recognize, prevent and respond to life-threatening situations and covers infant CPR and response to a choking infant. It is free to those delivering at Southeast or $10 for others. Registration can be done online at www.sehealth.org or by calling 331-6190.

Childbirth preparation class set for Saturday

SoutheastHEALTH is holding childbirth preparation class from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the Harrison Room. The class addresses the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy, the normal labor process, common instances requiring intervention, vaginal and caesarean delivery, coping techniques for natural labor and pain control options. Other topics include the physical changes that follow delivery and normal newborn adjustment. This class will be taught by a nurse at Southeast. This class also is available online at www.sehealth.org/childbirthclass. Registration can be done online at www.sehealth.org or by calling 331-6190.

Guardian Angel to hold spring dinner today

Guardian Angel Catholic Church is hosting its annual spring dinner from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at the Oran Knights of Columbus Hall. Roast beef and gravy, fried chicken, chicken and dressing, homemade bread, a drink and dessert will be served. The cost is $9 for adults, $4 for children ages 6 to 12 and free for children younger than 5. For more information, email doris@doublebbq.com.

Morehouse church holding benefit concert Thursday

The First Baptist Church of Morehouse is hosting The McKameys in concert at 7 p.m. Thursday. All reserved seats are $20. Concert proceeds will benefit the ministries of the Morehouse community that continues to recover from the April 2011 flood.

Carry the Cross to hold annual campaign

The annual Carry the Cross campaign is scheduled for 7 to 11 a.m. March 29, Good Friday. Carry the Cross is a worldwide movement of Christians who stand with the physical cross or carry the physical cross to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Participants will be making PVC crosses and standing in intersections in their communities. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/carrythecrossnow.

Immanuel Lutheran Church to hold fish fry

Immanuel Lutheran Church of Jackson is holding its annual fish fry and chicken strips dinner at 3:30 p.m. today at 496 State Highway F. The menu will include fish, chicken strips, baked beans, slaw, potato salad and more. The cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children younger than 6. Carryout dinners also will be available. A portion of the proceeds will go to support the Rev. and Mrs. David Erber in West Africa. For more information, call the church at 243-0132.

Cache River spring birding hikes

Cache River State Natural Area is offering birding hikes on Saturdays from March 16 through April 20. Space is limited. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 618-657-2064. The hikes are free and birders of all skill level are welcome. A different trail will be hiked each week:

* March 16: Heron Pond Trail

* March 23: Cache Lower Access

* March 30: Tupelo Trail

* April 6: Heron Pond Trail

* April 13: Cache Lower Access

Union County Museum reopens

The Union County Musuem in downtown Cobden, Ill., has reopened after being closed for the winter. Regular hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. This season's planned feature will include artifacts from the Civil War, a display on the 150th anniversary of the Vicksburg Campaign, author signings and more. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.unioncountyilmuseum.com.

Quilt and Table Show

The Annual P.A.S.T. Quilt and Table Show will be at 9 a.m. April 13 at the Anna Heights Church Family Life Center, located at 100 Turner Avenue in Anna, Ill. The featured speaker is Debra K. Tayes, associate curator of art for the Southern Illinois Art Gallery at Rend Lake, Ill. Cost is $5 to attend and $25 to exhibit. Proceeds will go to historical preservation and education projects in Union County, Ill. For more information, call 618-833-6525.

Events scheduled for MS Awareness Week

The Gateway Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis is holding events for the annual Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. The MS Rally will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at the West Park Mall, J.C. Penney court. Activities will include a balloon artist, face painting from Alotta Fun 4U2 Productions, an MS education station and registration for the MS Walk. The MS Walk will start at noon April 21 at Capaha Park. Register to walk or volunteer at www.gatewaymswalk.org or call 1-800-344-4867.

Notre Dame FCCLA to hold senior citizen dance

The Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America Club of Notre Dame Regional High School will hold a senior citizens dance from 2 to 4 p.m. March 22 at the school cafeteria. Music will be provided by the "All Stars." This free event is open to all senior citizens in the area and will include refreshments. For more information, email tanyadavis@notredamecape.org or call 576-2129.

Parks and Rec to hold 5k training this spring

The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Department will hold a 5k training course for runners of all levels beginning next month. Sessions are 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday from April 1 to May 22 at the Central Junior High School track. The course gives participants the opportunity to get in shape, gain cardiovascular endurance and improve running form. The sessions will consist of cardio training information, stretching, strengthening, speed workouts and tempo runs. The class is open to 25 participants. Registration is required and costs $32 per person until March 27. Entry forms may be picked up at the Arena Building, Shawnee Park Center or Osage Centre. Entry forms may also be downloaded at www.cityofcape.org/fitness.

Striking a Balance

Striking a Balance, a six-week free walking program, begins this Thursday. The program is scheduled for 10 to 11:15 a.m., every Thursday at Fitness Plus, Conference Rooms 1 and 2. There will be four special sessions during the program.

* March 14: Balancing Act 1: Walk With Ease: Beginning a Safe and Successful Exercise Program, presented by Heidi Dunn and Sandy Duncan.

* March 28: Balancing Act 2: Using Medications and Supplements Safely, presented by Carrie Beth Smith.

* April 11: Balancing Act 3: Coping with Stress, presented by Mary Gosche.

* April 25: Balancing Act 4: Using "My Place" for Good Nutrition, presented by Judy Lueders.

To register and for more information, call the Southeast Missouri Area Agency on Aging at 335-3331 or 800-329-8771.