SCF Bradenton Wellness Program Calendar

SCF Wellness Program

Bradenton Campus Calendar of Events

Check calendar often for updates!

January 2013

• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday beginning January 14th, presented by Laura Bennett from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the SCF Campus Ministry (bldg. 4)  - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday Night beginning January 14th, presented by Laura Bennett from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the SCF Collegiate School (bldg. 19 - use the southeast entrance closest to the SCF Store) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Self Defense classes - every Tuesday beginning January 15th, presented by Ancient Ways Martial Arts from 12:30 to 1:30pm in the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for self defense classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE "Tuesday Afternoon at the Movies" - every Tuesday beginning January 8th at 2:00pm and 4:30pm in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 1/8 - Frankenweenie; 1/15 - To Rome With Love; 1/22 - End of Watch; 1/29 - Seven Psychopaths) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• SCF Farmer's Market - every Wednesday beginning January 9th from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the south side of campus, in the grassy area between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and Social Sciences (bldg. 9) - worth 25 wellpoints for a minimum purchase of $10. You may earn a maximum of 100 wellpoints for (4) different purchases on (4) different dates during the semester. Attach your receipt(s) to your tracking sheet. **Make sure the vendor's name is on the receipt or pick up a Farmer's Market form in the SGA Club Hub 14-130.
• FREE "Friday Morning at the Movies" - every Friday beginning January 25th at 10:00am in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 1/25 - The Devils) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• Thursday, January 10th - Faculty Recital, Carol Sparrow, Mezzo-soprano and Randolph Locke, Tenor. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11). Carol Sparrow and Randolph Locke will give a classical voice recital, accompanied on the piano by Lurray Myers. They will perform two very famous song cycles from the Romantic periods. Sparrow will sing Hector Berlioz's "Les nuits d'ete" and Locke will perform Robert Schumann's "Dichertliebe". General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Thursday, January 10th - Special Engagement Showing of..."Trishna," sponsored by the SCF Film Club beginning at 2:00pm in Bldg. 10-115 - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints. 
• Monday, January 14th & Tuesday, January 15th - Blood Drive from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Florida Blood Services will be in the loop between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) - worth 50 wellpoints for a successful donation (extra wellpoints available for a double donation). You may also obtain wellpoints for any documented donation given off-campus.
• Tuesday, January 15th - "Secrets of the Calculator - Statistics Edition," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, January 15th - "Self Advocacy," presented by SCF Disability Resource Center staff from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Bldg. 7-160. Advocates are people who know what they want/need and will stand up for their rights. Self Advocacy in college means you are responsible for getting the help that you need...being an advocate for yourself. Effective self advocacy skills will improve your college experience, your academic success and prepare you for the working world, come learn how to be your own best advocate - worth 50 wellpoints. **NOTE: This workshop is gear for students with disabilities.
• Wednesday, January 16th - "Secrets of the Calculator - Algebra Edition," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, January 16th - "Metabolism & Healthy Living," presented by Carolyn Waygood, CNHP from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 7-160. Learn why some people can eat anything they want and never gain a pound while others only have to look at food and gain weight. What is it that makes us all different? - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, January 17th - "Balancing Work and Life," presented by BayCare Life Management from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in Bldg. 1-247 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, January 17th - Special Engagement Showing of..."Into The Abyss," sponsored by the SCF Film Club beginning at 2:00pm in Bldg. 10-115 - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• Thursday, January 17th - SCF Student Showcase Concert. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) and will feature winners of the SCF solo competition who will perform a variety of musical works in a benefit concert. All proceeds will be used to assist SCF music students attending conferences and other special events. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Friday, January 18th - Homemade Health & Healing, presented by Wendy Valley from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 18-110, this month's topic: "Transitioning to a Healthy Diet". Come learn how to making gradual changes will ultimately lead you to a healthier life when you make these changes with a defined goal in mind - worth 50 wellpoints. **Seating is limited and is first come, first serve.
• Tuesday, January 22nd - "Time Management 101," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. Can you identify the thieves and robbers of your time? Do you feel as if you do not have enough hours in the day to accomplish the many tasks on your to-do-list? Time is a valuable resource and how you manage it does matter. Well, technically, we cannot manage time, but we can have control over what is accomplished during the day. This workshop will provide students with an opportunity to learn basic time management skills that can easily be used to gain control over home, work and school demands - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, January 23rd - "Want to be a Health Science Major? Learn What it Takes," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. This workshop is designed to help interested students understand the requirements needed to apply to the Health Sciences program offerings at SCF. These programs include Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, Radiography and the linkage program with St. Pete College in Respiratory Care. Some of the topics discussed will include: competitive admission, admission requirements, dates, deadlines, timetables, and opportunities for GPA improvement - worth 50 wellpoint.
• Friday, January 25th - Dr. Christian Presents...., presented by Dr. Christian Thompson from 10:00am to 11:00am in Bldg. 18-111, topic Nutrition: Get to Know Your Food - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, January 29th - Hein Jung, Soprano and Grigorios Zamparas Piano. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11). Enjoy an evening of art song and opera featuring Tre Sonnetti de Petrarca, by Franz Liszt and GroBmachtige Prinzessin from Ariadne aug Naxos, by Richard Strauss. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Wednesday, January 30th - HIV-STD-Pregnancy Testing, presented by the Manatee County Health Department from 10:00am to 3:00pm on the service road located between the Student Union (bldg. 14) and the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 25 wellpoints (maximum of 25 wellpoints can be earned per semester).
• ***NEW EVENT***Wednesday, January 30th - SCF Fitness Center & Exercise Trail Open House, from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the west side of the Gym (bldg. 17). Joins us for this fitness awareness event and get a tour of our fitness center, be introduced to work out opportunities and exercises, learn about fitness classes offered and discover the SCF walking trails - worth 50 wellpoints for completing the tour and event survey.
• ***NEW EVENT***Wednesday, January 30th - Body Composition Testing, from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the west side of the Gym (bldg. 17). Have your body composition assessed during the SCF Fitness Center & Exercise Trail Open House - worth 25 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, January 30th - "Assess Yourself," presented by SCF Career Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 1-207. Confused about your major? Need to change majors? Learn about a FREE assessment that will look at your interests, abilities, and values and generate careers that may be a good fit - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, January 30th - "Foundations in Personal Finance," presented by Fifth/Third Bank from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Be empowered to make sound financial decisions for life. Sign up for this six week program developed by personal money management expert Dave Ramsey to learn practical applications in personal finance. Topics to be covered include savings, budgets, debt, college student essentials, and family, friends and philanthropy (workbook/materials provided). This is a six week program that will meet every Wednesday beginning January 30th through March 6th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Pre-register by contacting Dana Byrnes at 941-752-5310 or stop in the Club Hub 14-130 - worth 300 wellpoints upon completion of all six classes or 50 wellpoints per session. 

February 2013

• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday, presented by Laura Bennett from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the SCF Campus Ministry (bldg. 4) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday Night, presented by Laura Bennett from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the SCF Collegiate School (bldg. 19 - use the southeast entrance closest to the SCF Store) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Yoga classes - every Thursday, beginning February 7th presented by Laura Bennett from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the SCF Library (bldg. 8), second floor. Breathe in knowledge and breath out misinformation with Yoga in the Library - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Self Defense classes - every Tuesday, presented by Ancient Ways Martial Arts from 12:30 to 1:30pm in the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for self defense classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE "Tuesday Afternoon at the Movies" - every Tuesday beginning at 2:00pm and 4:30pm in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 2/5 - Ted; 2/12 - Perks of Being a Wallflower; 2/19 - ARGO; 2/26 - Skyfall) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• SCF Farmer's Market - every Wednesday from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the south side of campus, in the grassy area between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and Social Sciences (bldg. 9) - worth 25 wellpoints for a minimum purchase of $10. You may earn a maximum of 100 wellpoints for (4) different purchases on (4) different dates during the semester. Attach your receipt(s) to your tracking sheet. **Make sure the vendor's name is on the receipt or pick up a Farmer's Market form in the SGA Club Hub 14-130.
• FREE "Friday Morning at the Movies" - every Friday at 10:00am in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 2/1 - The Yakuza; 2/8 - Paper Moon; 2/15 - The Graduate; 2/22 - Easy Rider) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• ***NEW EVENT***Saturday, February 2nd - Beach Cleanup with the SCF Earth Club from 8:45am to 11:00am at Coquina Baywalk at Leffis Key, Manatee County (south end of Anna Maria Island across from Coquina Beach - Look for the Coquina Baywalk sign). You must sign in with the Earth Club advisor to receive wellpoints - late arrivals are not eligible to receive wellpoints - worth 25 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, February 5th & Wednesday, February 6th - Blood Drive from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Suncoast Communities Blood Bank will be in the loop between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) - worth 50 wellpoints for a successful donation (extra wellpoints available for a double donation). You may also obtain wellpoints for any documented donation given off-campus.
• Tuesday, February 5th - "Interfaith Series: Secular Humanism,"  presented by the SCF Diversity Committee and Humanists of Sarasota Bay, Inc. from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 27-140. Secular humanism begins with atheism (absence of belief in a deity) and agnosticism or skepticism (epistemological caution that rejects the transcendent as such due to a lack of evidence). Because no transcendent power will save us, secular humanists maintain that humans must take responsibility for themselves. While atheism is a necessary condition for secular humanism, it is not a sufficient one. Far from living in a moral vacuum, secular humanists "wish to encourage wherever possible the growth of moral awareness and the capacity for free choice and an understanding of the consequences thereof" (A Secular Humanist Declaration," Free Inquiry, Winter 1980/91. p.5) - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, February 5th - "Developing Your Leadership Skills," presented by BayCare Life Management from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in Bldg. 1-247 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, February 5th - "Test Taking - A Successful Experience," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, February 5th - Trio Voila, Thomas Koch, Guitar, Jane Hoffman, Flute, Laura Jensen-Jennings, Viola. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11). Featuring the music of Ludwig van Beethoven, Rex Willis and Byran Johanson. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Wednesday, February 6th - "Test Taking - A Successful Experience," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 11:00am to 12:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• ***NEW EVENT***Wednesday, February 6th - Tools to Quit & Relapse Prevention Classes  Are you still smoking but want to quit? Have you quit but need some support to keep you from relapsing? Get the help and support you need each Wednesday beginning February 6th through March 20th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the Campus Ministry (bldg. 4). Register today by contacting Virginia Garrett at 941-752-5371 or by email at garretv@scf.edu. - worth 300 wellpoints for attending all six sessions (no partial wellpoints given).
• Wednesday, February 6th - "Foundations in Personal Finance," presented by Fifth/Third Bank from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Be empowered to make sound financial decisions for life. This program developed by personal money management expert Dave Ramsey to learn practical applications in personal finance. Topics to be covered include savings, budgets, debt, college student essentials, and family, friends and philanthropy - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, February 6th - "College Success Skills," presented by SCF Disability Resource Center staff from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Bldg. 7-160. Looking for proven strategies to increase your academic success? Come to this workshop to learn how to build a study schedule and start studying; to effectively read a text book; to take efficient and effective notes from class lectures, and more - worth 50 wellpoints.
• ***NEW EVENT***Wednesday, February 13th - "Relationships - Straight Talk,"sponsored by the African American Student Union (AASU) from 11:00am to 1:00pm in the SCF Family Heritage House (bldg. 8). In today's changing society, relationships of all forms can either contribute to or decimate our goals. Come hear from our ethnically and relationally diverse panel of contributors and share your own accomplishments and challenges in the area of relationships - worth 25 wellpoints.  
• Wednesday, February 13th - "Secrets of the Calculator - Algebra Edition," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, February 13th - "Foundations in Personal Finance," presented by Fifth/Third Bank from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Be empowered to make sound financial decisions for life. This program developed by personal money management expert Dave Ramsey to learn practical applications in personal finance. Topics to be covered include savings, budgets, debt, college student essentials, and family, friends and philanthropy - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Friday, February 15th - Dr. Christian Presents...., presented by Dr. Christian Thompson from 10:00am to 11:00am in Bldg. 14-147/148, topic "You Are What You Drink" - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Friday, February 15th - Homemade Health & Healing, presented by Wendy Valley from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 18-110, topic: Gluten Intolerance." Learn the cause of gluten intolerance, how to prepare gluten free grain-like dishes and how to reintroduce gluten to your diet - worth 50 wellpoints. **Seating is limited and is first come, first serve.
• ***NEW EVENT***Friday, February 15th - The Diary of Anne Frank- presented by Studio 84 Productions beginning at 8:00pm in the Howard Studio Theatre (bldg. 11-163). Performances also held on Feb. 16th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd at 8:00pm and Feb. 24th at 2:00pm. Reserved seats are $12 for adults/seniors; $10 for SCF students and staff - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints, valid for one showing only).
• Tuesday, February 19th - "Dances from Around the World," presented by the SCF Wind Ensemble. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) and will feature the music of Brahms, Dvorak, Beethoven, Rogers, Reed and Ticheli, with special guest Laura Stephenson performing "African Dances" by Kit Turnbull. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Wednesday, February 20th - "Foundations in Personal Finance," presented by Fifth/Third Bank from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Be empowered to make sound financial decisions for life. This program developed by personal money management expert Dave Ramsey to learn practical applications in personal finance. Topics to be covered include savings, budgets, debt, college student essentials, and family, friends and philanthropy - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, February 21st - "APA," presented by SCF Library staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the Library, second floor - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, February 21st - "Medicine Cabinet Make-over," presented by Lindsey MacDonald from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Are you or your family constantly going to the doctor and taking perscription after perscription? Do you want to be healthier, have more energy, and be less stressed? Then don't miss this class - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Monday, February 25th - "Preparation Without Perspiration," presented by SCF Career Resource Center staff from 11:00am to 12:00pm in Bldg. 1-207. Stressing about your job or transfer school search? Learn ways to prepare a resumes, cover letter, and practice your interview skills, all without breaking a sweat! - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, February 26th - "Secrets of the Calculator, Statistics Edition," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, February 27th - HIV-STD-Pregnancy Testing, presented by Manatee County Health Department from 10:00am to 3:00pm on the service road located between the Student Union (bldg. 14) and the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 25 wellpoints (maximum of 25 wellpoints can be earned per semester).
• Wednesday, February 27th - "Want to be a Health Science Major? Learn What it Takes," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. This workshop is designed to help interested students understand the requirements needed to apply to the Health Sciences program offerings at SCF. These programs include Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, Radiography and the linkage program with St. Pete College in Respiratory Care. Some of the topics discussed will include: competitive admission, admission requirements, dates, deadlines, timetables, and opportunities for GPA improvement - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, February 27th - "Before You Turn in That Term Paper...," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, February 27th - "Foundations in Personal Finance," presented by Fifth/Third Bank from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 14-147/148. Be empowered to make sound financial decisions for life. This program developed by personal money management expert Dave Ramsey to learn practical applications in personal finance. Topics to be covered include savings, budgets, debt, college student essentials, and family, friends and philanthropy - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, February 28th - "Viva La France!," presented by the SCF Wind Ensemble. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) and will feature music of French composers Gounod, Offenback, Ravel, Debussy, Clair de lune and "Selections from Carmen" by Bizet with special guest Jane Hoffman flute soloist performing "Concertino" by Chaminade. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Thursday, February 28th - An Hour with the Artist - Swoon. The SCF Fine Art Gallery will open the exhibit "Petrichor" with a presentation/chat with the artist from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the Fine Art Gallery (bldg. 11). The exhibit will feature the work of internationally-famous artist and humanitarian, Swoon, a "street artist" whose real name is Caledonia Dance Curry. Come meet that artist and watch as Swoon creates a unique, site-specific are installation in the SCF Fine Art Gallery - worth 50 wellpoints. 

March 2013

April 2013

• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday, presented by Laura Bennett from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in the SCF Campus Ministry (bldg. 4) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Yoga classes - every Monday Night, presented by Laura Bennett from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the SCF Collegiate School (bldg. 19 - use the southeast entrance closest to the SCF Store) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Yoga classes - every Thursday, presented by Laura Bennett from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in the SCF Library (bldg. 8), second floor. Breathe in knowledge and breath out misinformation with Yoga in the Library - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for yoga classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE Self Defense classes - every Tuesday, presented by Ancient Ways Martial Arts from 12:30 to 1:30pm in the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 50 wellpoints for each class (maximum of 300 wellpoints for self defense classes can be earned per semester).
• FREE "Tuesday Afternoon at the Movies" - every Tuesday at 2:00pm and 4:30pm in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 4/2 - Lincoln; 4/9 - This is 40; 4/16 - Django Unchained; 4/23 - Gangster Squad; 4/30 - Silver Linings Playbook) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• SCF Farmer's Market - every Wednesday from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the south side of campus, in the grassy area between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and Social Sciences (bldg. 9) - worth 25 wellpoints for a minimum purchase of $10. You may earn a maximum of 100 wellpoints for (4) different purchases on (4) different dates during the semester. Attach your receipt(s) to your tracking sheet. **Make sure the vendor's name is on the receipt or pick up a Farmer's Market form in the SGA Club Hub 14-130.
• FREE "Friday Morning at the Movies" - every Friday at 10:00am in Bldg. 10-115, sponsored by the SCF Film Club (features: 4/5 - Straw Dogs; 4/12 - Dog Day Afternoon; 4/19 - M*A*S*H; 4/26 - Tommy) - worth 25 wellpoints. **You must stay for the entire film to receive wellpoints.
• Monday, April 1st - "Dealing with Test Anxiety," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. Its exam time, you're getting anxious. The knot is in your stomach, and the mere thought of the pending test causes you to feel sick. The day of the test your palms are sweaty, you develop an instant headache, and have pain in your neck. If you are experiencing any of these signs, it may be an indication that you have "TEST ANXIETY." Come learn various techniques to help you reduce the stress of taking a test - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Tuesday, April 2nd - "Faculty Recital, Rex Willis, Composition."  Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11). Original compositions by SCF faculty member Rex Willis will be presented by SCF Guitar Ensemble along with guest vocal and instrumental artists. General admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Tuesday, April 9th & Wednesday, April 10th - Blood Drive from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Suncoast Communities Blood Bank will be in the loop between the Family Heritage House (bldg. 8) and the Neel Performing Arts Center (bldg. 11) - worth 50 wellpoints for a successful donation (extra wellpoints available for a double donation). You may also obtain wellpoints for any documented donation given off-campus.
• Tuesday, April 9th - "Test Taking Tips," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 1:00pam to 2:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. You have a test in a week!?! Do you know how to study effectively for that test? Come to this workshop to learn about test taking tips. We will discuss how to prepare for different types of tests, how far in advance to study and what to do when you actually start the test in class - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, April 10th - "Transfer 101," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. Do you see a Bachelor's degree in your future? Your best strategy is to plan ahead. Come to this workshop and learn about transferring to a college or university. We will give you a timeline to follow including choosing a major, determining prerequisites, applying to the university and so much more. You don't want to miss this opportunity! - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Thursday, April 11th - Faculty Recital, Marc Mannino, Jazz Guitar. Concert begins at 8:00pm in the Neel Performing Art Center (bldg. 11). SCF faculty member Marc Mannino will perform with guest artists for and evening of jazz favorites. General Admission $8, students and SCF employees $4 - worth 50 wellpoints (must attach ticket stub to receive wellpoints).
• Tuesday, April 16th - "CAPP to Cap," presented by SCF Advising Center staff from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in Bldg. 1-247. During this workshop, SCF advisors will teach students how to plan and track toward degree completion by using online resources. Advisors will introduce the CAPP degree audit and demonstrate access through the SCF Connect portal, identify an intended degree or search for additional options through the "what if analysis" function, understand what courses have satisfied degree requirements and what courses are needed to complete/graduate with the selected degree - worth 50 wellpoints.
• ***CANCELLED*** Thursday, April 18th - "Surfing for Jobs," presented by SCF Career Resource Center staff from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Bldg. 1-207. Need to make money? Learn how to create a career portfolio and use the College Central Network and other websites to land a new job! - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Friday, April 19th - Dr. Christian Presents...., presented by Dr. Christian Thompson from 10:00am to 11:00am in Bldg. 14-147/148, topic "HOT, HOT, HOT, Inflammatory Foods" - worth 50 wellpoints.
• ***NEW EVENT***Saturday, April 20th - Beach Cleanup with the SCF Earth Club from 8:45am to 11:00am at Coquina Baywalk at Leffis Key, Manatee County (south end of Anna Maria Island across from Coquina Beach - Lood for the Coquina Baywalk sign). You must sign in with the Earth Club Advisor to receive wellpoints - late arrivals are not eligible to receive wellpoints - worth 25 wellpoints.
• Wednesday, April 24th - HIV-STD-Pregnancy Testing, presented by Manatee County Health Department from 10:00am to 3:00pm on the service road located between the Student Union (bldg. 14) and the SCF Gymnasium (bldg. 17) - worth 25 wellpoints (maximum of 25 wellpoints can be earned per semester).
• Thursday, April 25th - "Final Exam Prep - Prepare for Your Exams the RIGHT Way!," presented by SCF Academic Resource Center staff from 12:00pm to 1:00pm in Bldg. 5-121 - worth 50 wellpoints.
• Friday, April 26th - Homemade Health & Healing, presented by Wendy Valley from 12:00am to 1:00pm in Bldg. 18-110, topic: "Fermented Beverages." Come find out about all the different varieties of fermented beverages and their health benefits including Kefir, Kombucha, homemade soda, cultured teas, tonics and juices - worth 50 wellpoints. **Seating is limited and is first come, first serve.
• Friday, April 26th - Wellness tracking sheets are due by 12:00pm (Noon) on Friday, April 26th in the SGA Club Hub (bldg. 14-130), room 133 on the Bradenton Campus or in the SGA Club Hub (bldg. 500) on the Venice Campus. You must attach your Health Risk Assessment age page (see pg. 7 of the Wellness Brochure) and staple it to your tracking sheet in order to be eligible for prizes and gift certificates. **Deadline will be strictly enforced.**

Good Luck and thanks for participating in the SCF Wellness Program!

Additional events may be added during the semester -- check the calendar regularly for updates!

Dates and times are subject to change.