From 9:00AM to 11:00AM

I am a patient with a rare autoimmune disease called Scleroderma. It affects approximately 1 in every 100,000 people. There is no cure for this destructive disease. The National Scleroderma Foundation holds Walks to Cure Scleroderma all over the country. My husband and I organized the first event to have ever been held in South Bend last year and it was a great success. This year we are reaching out to attract more of the community to join us. The pre-party begins a 9am with face painting, games, and music at Pavillion 2 in the park across from the zoo entrance. At 10 we gather in our teal event shirts and walk through the park and into the zoo. Our walking route keeps in mind those who may have limitations, so it's not too long. Once we gather for a group picture everyone is free to enjoy their day as they'd like! The cost of the registration includes a ticket into the zoo for those who are not members. Here is the link: https://events.scleroderma.org/event/sosouthbend2026 Thank you so very much for considering our event! Sincerely, Leeann Enix

Location: Potawatomi Zoo

Website: https://events.scleroderma.org/event/sosouthbend2026

Phone: 2692770586

From 10:00AM to 11:00AM

This summer, YMCA of Greater Michiana invites the public to experience movement, mindfulness, and community connection at Jean Klock Park Pavilion in Benton Harbor. From June 8 through August 28, the Y will host free outdoor fitness classes for people of all ages and fitness levels, with a view of Lake Michigan. Weekly class offerings include WERQ on Mondays, Les Mills BodyBalance™ on Tuesdays, and Yoga Moves on Wednesdays. These classes are part of the YMCA’s Community Wellness initiative, focused on making health and wellness more accessible to everyone. No registration or YMCA membership is required, and free parking is included. Participants are encouraged to bring water and a towel or yoga mat. For full program details, visit ymcagm.org/community-wellness.

Location: Jean Klock Park Pavilion, Jean Klock Blvd., Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Website: https://www.ymcagm.org/community-wellness

Phone: 574-575-0570