| Classes & Events | |
| NOV05 | Prenatal Classes for Spanish Speaking Families, 4 – 7:30 p.m. Conference Dining Room at FHN Memorial Hospital Lower Level. Prenatal Classes for Spanish Speaking Families, 4 – 7:30 p.m.
Conference Dining Room at FHN Memorial Hospital Lower Level. Taught by OB Registered Nurse Juana Penaloza, these classes provide information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean section, and postpartum recovery. Register at fhn.org/ob under Class Registration. |
| NOV05 | Small Steps. Big Rewards., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Small Steps. Big Rewards., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport This pre-diabetes class, a joint program of the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, helps individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes take the first step toward preventing diabetes and living a healthier, longer life. Non-fasting glucose screenings will be available to attendees from 5 - 5:30 p.m. No charge; registration is required. To register or for more information, call 815-599-6253 or visit fhn.org/smallsteps. |
| NOV06 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV06 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level; 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Participation is free for anyone in the general public who has diabetes, and no referral or registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253 |
| NOV07 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV09 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV09 | Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Class designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone or babysitting. Registration is required - visit fhn.org/safesitter. The full-day course is $50, which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook, completion card, and basic CPR skill practice. (Class does not qualify for CPR certification.) Financial assistance is available for eligible students; call 815-599-6707 for more information about eligibility. |
| NOV11 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport This group helps participants learn more about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope for healing. For more information, contact FHN Hospice 815-599-7240. |
| NOV12 | Prenatal Class (Session 1), 5 – 8 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 1), 5 – 8 p.m.
The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of 3 prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. Session 1 is an intro to SCHD programs, comfort measures, nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, intro to the doula program and community resources. Register for all three classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| NOV13 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV13 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual Meeting Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Free group for those who provide care to a family member, friend, or member of the community. Open-forum discussion and a chance to ask questions and share resources. Visit fhn.org/caregivers for the secure Zoom link or contact Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160 for more information. |
| NOV14 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV14 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| NOV15 | Festival of Trees Gala, 7 – 10 p.m. Wagner House, Freeport Festival of Trees Gala, 7 – 10 p.m.
Wagner House, Freeport More information will be added as available. |
| NOV17 | Community Holiday Tree Lighting and Candlelight Walk, 5 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital (Stephenson Street side) Community Holiday Tree Lighting and Candlelight Walk, 5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital (Stephenson Street side) Enjoy the community holiday tree lighting and listen to the Highland Youth Choir as we “flip the switch” to light up Freeport’s holiday tree. Tree lighting at 5 p.m. is followed by a short candlelight walk to the Healing Garden at the Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center at FHN Memorial Hospital for a special light display and choir song. |
| NOV19 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Pastoral Care at 815-599-6160. |
| NOV19 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 p.m. Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 3 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV19 | Prenatal Class (Session 2), 5 – 8 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 2), 5 – 8 p.m.
The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of 3 prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. Session 2 focuses on labor and delivery, breastfeeding and a tour of the FHN Family Birthing Center at FHN Memorial Hospital. Register for all three classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| NOV21 | FHN Diabetes Wellness Day, 2 – 5 p.m. Freeport Public Library Conference Room, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport FHN Diabetes Wellness Day, 2 – 5 p.m.
Freeport Public Library Conference Room, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport FREE screenings (blood glucose, blood pressure, BMI; hearing; foot screens and nail care information) and information on managing your health and well-being. Learn more about managing diabetes, healthy cooking, exercise, and more – and sign up for door prizes! |
| NOV21 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV22 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV25 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport This group helps participants learn more about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope for healing. For more information, contact FHN Hospice 815-599-7240. |
| NOV26 | Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 8 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 8 p.m.
The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of 3 prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. Session 3 focuses on newborn and postpartum care, car seats, STDs, birth control, and community resources. Register for all three classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| NOV27 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual Meeting Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Free group for those who provide care to a family member, friend, or member of the community. Open-forum discussion and a chance to ask questions and share resources. Visit fhn.org/caregivers for the secure Zoom link or contact Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160 for more information. |
| DEC03 | Breastfeeding Class, 6 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room (lower level), 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Class, 6 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room (lower level), 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Instructor is Annette Gielenfeldt. For more information or to register, visit fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221. |
| DEC04 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC04 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level; 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Participation is free for anyone in the general public who has diabetes, and no referral or registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253 |
| DEC05 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC07 | BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport For healthcare professionals only; this hands-on program focuses on high-quality CPR and basic life support skills Registration is $40, which includes the BLS Provider Manual (contains BLS reference card) and BLS certification card valid for 2 years. For more information or to register, visit www.fhn.org/basic-life-support.asp . |
| DEC09 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport This group helps participants learn more about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope for healing. For more information, contact FHN Hospice 815-599-7240. |
| DEC11 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC11 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual Meeting Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Free group for those who provide care to a family member, friend, or member of the community. Open-forum discussion and a chance to ask questions and share resources. Visit fhn.org/caregivers for the secure Zoom link or contact Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160 for more information. |
| DEC12 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| DEC14 | Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Class designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone or babysitting. Registration is required - visit fhn.org/safesitter. The full-day course is $50, which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook, completion card, and basic CPR skill practice. (Class does not qualify for CPR certification.) Financial assistance is available for eligible students; call 815-599-6707 for more information about eligibility. |
| DEC17 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m. Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC17 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Pastoral Care at 815-599-6160. |
| DEC19 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC22 | Freeport Community Luminaria Night, 5 p.m. Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard Freeport Community Luminaria Night, 5 p.m.
Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard Enjoy the beauty of the soft light of luminaries as FHN joins the residents around FHN Memorial Hospital in the annual lighting of the luminarias. |
| DEC23 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport This group helps participants learn more about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope for healing. For more information, contact FHN Hospice 815-599-7240. |
| DEC26 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| DEC26 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m. FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC27 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
\Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC28 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |