Wellness Classes & Activities

Registration is limited and closes April 24.

Register now for a 5-week class starting in May. Choose your best option:

• In-person at Crest Lake Park
• Virtual at a convenient time and location

Whether you’re lacing up your sneakers for the very first time or looking to find your stride after a long break, the “My First Mile” program is your perfect starting line. Refine your running form using walk/jog/run interval training to confidently increase your speed. Join this supportive community dedicated to building endurance, having fun, and crossing that one-mile mark stronger than ever! 

Physical Well-Being

Enjoy a night out at the ballpark with family, friends or co-workers at a discounted rate of $17.50 per person with advance purchase. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:30 p.m.

For information including how to buy tickets, see the Threshers flyer.

Employees on the County’s medical plan who would like to qualify for the preferred premium have the option to complete an onsite biometric screening at a convenient worksite event. Quest providers will draw blood and take body measurements (blood pressure, height, weight, and waist circumference). This is the same screening you get at a Direct-to-Quest Diagnostics® Patient Service Center.

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Schedule your appointment now for an onsite dermatology screening. OnSpot Dermatology offers a full skin cancer screening and other dermatological services to stay on top of your skin health. Early detection of skin cancer is the key to the most minimal and cost-effective treatment with the highest chance of a cure.

Earn $50/12,500 points in wellness rewards for receiving your annual skin screening.

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Register now for a 45-minute webinar/cooking demonstration to learn how to create diabetic-friendly meals that are satisfying, nourishing, and keep carbs and blood sugar in check. We will make Air Fryer Peanut Curry Tofu over Cauliflower Rice. 

• Presenter: Shannon Parks, CPH, RDN, MPH, UMR Onsite Health Coach  
• Note:  Shannon emails the recipe and webinar recording to participants. If you cannot attend and would like a copy of the recipe(s), please email Shannon.  

Physical Well-Being  

Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn about the science of workplace set up and how you can be more comfortable at work.

• How to set up your workspace if you sit or stand all day
• Simple, gentle exercises you can do today to start reducing your pain
• Presenter: Hinge Health Physical Therapists

Physical and Emotional Well-Being

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to discover how smart investing techniques can help you live out your dream retirement lifestyle.  

• The webinar is designed for all ages.
• Investing is the process of growing your finances over time through assets like stocks, bonds and mutual funds.
• Discover the fundamentals of investing to create the foundation for your current and future investments. 
• Presenter: Securian Financial Advisor 

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Register now for a 50-minute workshop to explore neurographics, a meditative drawing method that uses flowing lines and shapes to rewire thought patterns, reduce stress, and unlock creativity. Previous participation is not required, but you may watch the first Neurographics workshop on-demand (log in to SharePoint).

• This easy and fun workshop quickly reviews the basics of neurographics and expands into more interesting ways to create mindfulness, change, and new habits. 
• No experience necessary.
• All you need is a blank sheet of paper (unlined), a thin black marker or pen, a thicker black marker, and some colored pencils. Registration is required.
• Presenter: Tamara Rokicki

Physical, Emotional, Social Well-Being 

Register now for a 45-minute webinar/cooking demonstration to master a colorful, easy, no bake sweet treat for the summer months. 

• Learn how to make an unbaked yogurt pie with festive berry topping.
• Presenter: Shannon Parks, CPH, RDN, MPH, UMR Onsite Health Coach  
• Note: Shannon emails the recipe and webinar recording to participants. If you cannot attend and would like a copy of the recipe(s), please email Shannon. 

Physical Well-Being  

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to learn about the biggest myths in self-defense. Most people think they know what they would do in a dangerous situation…until reality hits. 

• Self-defense isn’t about one move or one tool—it’s about mindset, awareness, and making decisions that protect you legally and physically. 
• You’ll leave with a stronger understanding of what works, what doesn’t, and smarter techniques to consider if your safety is ever on the line.
• Presenter: Bryan Needham-Anderson, Weapon Brand

Physical, Emotional, & Social Well-Being

Register now for a 50-minute refreshing and inspiring webinar that equips you with practical mental fitness practices to move from simply surviving to truly thriving.

• Discover how daily mental fitness practices can calm the mind, strengthen resilience, and foster self-compassion.
• Assess and improve your self-care and support systems using innovative tools. 
• Create a personalized plan with actionable steps for improved mental wellness and accountability. 
• Leave with a digital toolkit of mental fitness exercises and mental health resources to reinforce and sustain the learning long after the session ends.
• Presenter: Joyce Marter, LCPC, CSP (speaker, author)

Physical, Emotional, Social & Physical Well-Being 

Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn more about your pelvic floor and pelvic health. Did you know that the muscles, ligaments, and organs that make up your pelvic floor play an important role in your overall health and wellness?

• Pelvic health is often misunderstood, and most people endure symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction for years without identifying the cause or knowing that physical therapy can help.
• Physical therapists will identify common signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and discuss when to seek expert care.
• Presenter: Hinge Health

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Register now for a 30-minute webinar to discover how balanced eating can support women’s energy, hormones, and health at every stage of life. 

• From reproductive health to menopause, a woman’s nutritional needs shift across her lifespan—yet many don’t get enough iron, calcium, or vitamin D.
• Discover easy ways to nourish your body, prevent common nutrient gaps, and boost energy and mood without overcomplicating your meals.
• Learn how to enjoy the food you love while still supporting long-term health and well-being. 
• Presenter: Shannon Parks, CPH, RDN, MPH, DipACLM, Onsite Health Coach 

Physical and Emotional Well-Being 

Registration closes May 20.   

Register now (login to SharePoint required) for a 90-minute webinar focused on practical issues important for those nearing retirement.    

• Take a look at your retirement goals and income needs and understand your sources of retirement income, including FRS plans and Social Security.     
• Most recommended for those within 5-10 years of retirement.     
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative    
• View myFRS.com to access on-demand videos and other resources.    

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Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn the consequences of insufficient sleep, how rest influences physical health, mental health, cognitive performance, and overall well-being.

• Understand the essential functions of sleep.
• Recognize various factors that influence sleep quality, including lifestyle choices, environmental considerations, and potential sleep disorders.
• Acquire actionable insights and strategies for improving sleep hygiene, fostering healthy sleep habits, and creating an optimal sleep environment.
• Explore the connection between quality sleep and improved cognitive performance, productivity, and daily functioning.
• Presenter: Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, The Solution is Sleep

Physical and Emotional Well-Being 

Register here for a 50-minute guided meditation on:  

• May 5 at Public Works, 22211 US Highway 19 N, Building 1, Room 230  

Enjoy the soothing power of sound healing to help melt away stress and restore inner calm. 

• You’ll experience the gentle vibrations of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other therapeutic instruments, all designed to support relaxation and mental clarity. 
• Soft ambient lighting and optional essential oils will help create a peaceful environment. 
• The session is done lying on the floor for full-body relaxation, so please bring a yoga mat and a blanket. Chairs will be available if you prefer to sit. 
• Presenter: Tamara Rokicki, Luce Bianca Mind and Body Wellness   

Physical and Emotional Well-Being

Registration closes May 13 . 

Register now (login to SharePoint required) for a 2-hour in person class at Parks/Extension, Magnolia Room, located at 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. 

• Recommended for new employees; spouses and domestic partners welcome. 
• Learn more about the Investment and Pension plans and determine which is best for you. 
• See a side-by-side comparison of the retirement plans, learn about the many resources available to aid you in your decision, and how to enroll. 
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative 

Financial Well-Being

Registration closes June 8. 

Register now (login to SharePoint required) for a 4.5 hour in-person retirement event at Public Works, 22211 U.S. Hwy. 19 N, Building 1, Clearwater.    

• Achieving retirement goals requires both knowledge and planning.
• Attend this on-site workshop to discover more about the retirement benefits available to you through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and Pinellas County.    
• Gain helpful tips on how to successfully transition from your career into retirement.    
• Most recommended for those within 10 years of retirement. 
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative    

Financial Well-Being