National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2008

THE Center of Asheville hosts a variety of free and open-to-the-public events for the 21st annual National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW). Hope to see those of you in the Asheville area at some of these events.

HELPING GIRLS THRIVE: A Crucial Conversation & Celebration
Thursday, February 21, 5:30p-7:30p at MAHEC in Asheville
Participate in an evening of boosting girls’ self-esteem and healthy body image with fun, celebratory activities including art, music, hula hooping, and refreshments.

ROUND TABLE CONVERSATION
Tuesday, February 26, 12:30p at Laurel Forum in Karpen Hall at UNCA
Join in a facilitated, casual discussion about eating disorders, recovery, and body image with individuals at different stages of recovery, their family members, professionals, and athletes.

REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES SCREENING & DISCUSSION
Wednesday, February 27 at 7:30p at Highsmith Union 104 at UNCA
Watch this coming-of-age story about a young woman embracing herself, her body, and her future. Stay for an informal discussion afterwards.

THE DRESSING ROOM PROJECT
presented in collaboration with Girls on the Run of Western NC
Thursday, February 28, 5:30p-7:30p at the new offices of THE Center – 297 Haywood Street (inside the former Haywood Street United Methodist Church)
Girls ages 11-14 and their parents are invited to chat, listen to music, enjoy healthy food, and create original designs.

LOCAL YOGA STUDIOS SUPPORT NEDAW 2008
Saturday, February 16, 10:00a at Greenlife Community Center
Sunday, February 24, 6-7:15p at InShine Yoga
Monday, February 25, 5:30p at Asheville Yoga Center
Wednesday, February 27, 7:30p at West Asheville Yoga
Thursday, February 28, 4:00p at Lighten-Up Yoga

For details and a complete schedule of events go to http://www.thecenternc.org/.