Healthy Harrisburg

08/31/2026

Greetings Healthy Harrisburg Participants,

We hope you are doing well! As we wrap up another great session of Healthy Harrisburg, we wanted to share our Makeup Week schedule and remind everyone of our upcoming program break.

Makeup Week Schedule

Monday, August 31 at 6:00 PM - Xtreme Hip Hop Step
Tuesday, September 1 at 6:00 PM - Soul Line Dance
Saturday, September 5 at 7:00 AM- Walk It Out
Sunday, September 6 at 7:00 AM- Walk It Out

Following Makeup Week, Healthy Harrisburg will be on break from September 7–20.

Regularly scheduled classes will resume Monday, September 21!

Thank you for continuing to show up, stay active, and make your health a priority. We hope you enjoy the break but keep moving in whatever way feels good to you. Take a walk, stretch, or whatever you choose to do, just keep the momentum going!

We look forward to seeing everyone back on September 21!

Best regards,
Candice

08/21/2026

💪🏾 There’s Still Time to Join Healthy Harrisburg!

Interested in becoming part of Healthy Harrisburg but haven’t completed your health assessment yet? We’re making it easy for you this weekend!

📍 Join us at the 717 Sunday Funday Annual Back-to-School Block Party!

📅 Sunday, August 23, 2026
⏰ 2:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Marshall Math Science Academy
301 Hale Avenue, Harrisburg, PA

The Healthy Harrisburg team will be onsite completing health assessments for individuals who would like to join the program.

Healthy Harrisburg is a FREE community wellness program designed to help you get moving, build healthier habits, and take steps toward improving your overall health no matter where you are in your wellness journey.

Ready to join?

Complete the Healthy Harrisburg registration form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/GB9U2SRzDt

Complete your required health assessment:
Stop by our table at Sunday Funday and complete your assessment onsite, OR
If you cannot attend the event but have been seen by your primary care provider (P*P) within the past 6 months, you may complete the online health assessment:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/kNXvkricMT

Come see us Sunday, get your assessment completed, and get ready to move with us!

It’s not too late to make your health a priority. Join Healthy Harrisburg today!

08/17/2026

Hello Healthy Harrisburg Participants,

Please be advised that Soul Line Dance class scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, has been cancelled. A make-up class will be scheduled for a later date, and we will share the new date and time with you as soon as it is confirmed. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding (Xtreme Hip Hop Step class is still on for today August 17th). We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming Healthy Harrisburg class!

Best regards,

Candice S. Coleman, MHS, CDP, PMP® (she/her)

Senior Workplace Culture and Community Engagement Consultant
UPMC Central PA

07/28/2026

Good afternoon, Healthy Harrisburg Participants,

Due to the severe weather forecast for this evening, Soul Line Dance class is cancelled tonight, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, to ensure the safety of our participants and instructors.

We know many of you look forward to class each week, and we appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone's safety.

We look forward to seeing you at our next Healthy Harrisburg class. Please continue to monitor your email and our page for any additional program updates.

Thank you, stay safe, and we hope to see you soon!

Best regards,

Candice S. Coleman, MHS, CDP, PMP® (she/her)

Senior Workplace Culture and Community Engagement Consultant
UPMC Central PA

07/28/2026

Bones, Joints, and Muscles
Learn about bone, joint, and muscle health

It's not uncommon to have aches and pains in our bones, joints, and muscles. They may be caused by everyday wear and tear, overuse, or aging. Or they may be a result of injury or illness. Sometimes it can be hard to figure out exactly what's causing a muscle ache or joint pain. For example, sore muscles and aches could be the result of a hard workout routine, or they could be a sign of a more serious problem such as chronic pain or arthritis. It's important to know what is affecting you so you can treat it correctly.

Learn more here: https://www.upmc.com/health-library/article?hwid=center1004&locale=en-us

07/25/2026

Dear Healthy Harrisburg,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Healthy Harrisburg Walking Class scheduled for Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th has been canceled.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. A make-up walking session will be scheduled at a later date, and we will share those details with you as soon as they are available.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,

Candice S. Coleman, MHS, CDP, PMP® (she/her)
Senior Workplace Culture and Community Engagement Consultant
UPMC Central PA

07/22/2026

💜Healthy Harrisburg Tip of the Week

It's not always easy to tell if you're having problems with blood vessels in your heart and your body. You can't feel plaque building up in your arteries. That's a scary thought for anyone who is concerned about high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Plaque buildup can have long-term effects on your heart and blood flow. And it doesn't just affect your heart. Plaque buildup can happen in your leg arteries too. Our topics can help you see what tests, lifestyle changes, and treatments are right for you.

To learn more: https://www.upmc.com/health-library/article?hwid=center1021

07/21/2026

03/25/2026

Greetings Healthy Harrisburg Family,

Need to complete your Healthy Harrisburg assessment? You can get it done this weekend!

Join us at the Stronger Together Health and Wellness Summit, hosted by the South Central PA Sickle Cell Council, where Healthy Harrisburg will have a table to help you stay on track.

Date: March 28, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Allison Hill Community Center 1524 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA

Stop by the Healthy Harrisburg table to:
Complete your health assessment
Get registered if you haven’t signed up yet
Ask questions about the program

Already completed your assessment in January?
You’re all set! You will not need another assessment until May/June 2026.

Enjoy a free event with food, music, and wellness activities while checking this off your to-do list.
We hope to see you there!
Best regards,

Candice S. Coleman, MHS, CDP (she/her)
Workplace Culture and Community Engagement Consultant
UPMC

03/16/2026

Hello Healthy Harrisburg!

Thank you for your continued participation and support of the Healthy Harrisburg program. We appreciate your flexibility as we wrap up make-up classes and prepare for our upcoming spring session.

📅 This Week’s Schedule
🧘🏽‍♀️ Yoga – Wednesday, March 18

The following classes are currently on break:
• Xtreme Hip Hop
• Soul Line Dance
• African Dance
• Walk It Out

Looking Ahead – Spring Session
March 30 – May 24, 2026

We appreciate your commitment to staying active, healthy, and connected with our community. Your participation is what makes Healthy Harrisburg such a success!

If you have any questions or updates regarding your classes, please feel free to reach out.

Let’s keep moving, Harrisburg!