A screening of a witty, warm but confronting one-woman-play that tackles eating disorders, self-image and growth, Beginner at Life was born out Alana Ruben Free's monologue Virgin Mom and Still Waiting. It is an intensely intimate monologue about a woman's discovery of her own body, which inspires and challenges audiences with an uncommon honesty about coming into womanhood. The themes of sexuality, spirituality and anorexia flow with a poetic wit and unique perspective that surprises. http://www.beginneratlife.com/Beginneratlife/Home.html Screening limited to 10 people. Please R.S.V.P to alana.free@gmail.com

PLEASE HELP US GET THE WORD OUT TO SPOKANE AREA TEENS!!! The Inland Northwest Coalition on Eating Disorders (INCED) is holding their First Annual Teen Summit Saturday, February 9th - 10a-2p at Spokane Falls Community College. INCED's Teen Summit is an event open to area teenagers to learn more about body image, media literacy, eating disorders, society pressures of physical appearance and stereotypes, as well as health and wellness. There will be a film earlier in the day (Beauty Mark) to spark discussion, followed by break away sessions that will include yoga, art, and workshops by other professionals and community members. Our hope is that the summit will promote frank and open discussion about pressures on the younger generation and what he/she can do to keep themselves safe and healthy. This event is FREE and open to all Spokane area teenagers. Lunch will be provided! Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions. See the website for details and registration - PARENT WAIVER REQUIRED www.incedspokane.org. Thank you- inced@comcast.net SEE US ON FACEBOOK! Inland Northwest Coalition on Eating Disorders

Hello all Beyond the Mirror has a series of FREE community events in Fort Collins and Loveland during National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. Please pass this info along to EVERYONE you know. We are soooo passionate about healthy self-esteem! If you have a newsletter we would LOVE for you to include our information in it. Thanks! Jen Amaral-Kunze FREE Community Events Hosted by Beyond the Mirror and our outreach program, Love What YOU See! In Support of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week Can't Wait to See YOU There! Some events require registration. Yes, they really are totally FREE! YOU are worth celebrating! Monday, February 25 th Join us at FORT COLLINS CLUB for YOGA! Today participants will focus on yoga as a tool to cultivate self-love and a healthy body image. Through practices of mindfulness such as yoga and meditation, we are able to access powerful tools that allow us to rediscover the real beauty of our bodies, and gratitude for the strength and energy our bodies provide for us. TIME: 10:45-Noon COST: FREE PLACE: Fort Collins Club 1307 E. Prospect RoadFort Collins Instructor: Andrea Atherton Call to get your FREE PASS: (970) 498-8080 Tuesday, February 26 th Join us at Beyond the Mirror during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week [NEDAW] for a professionals workshop. Workshop facilitated by Amber Sokoll, MA, LPC, RYT, Family Therapist at EatingRecoveryCenter. Amber will present a workshop on eating disorder treatment and family therapy. TIME: 5:30 COST: Donation only (Funds go toward outreach) PLACE: Beyond the Mirror 1031 Robertson StreetFort Collins CEU credits may be available **SPACE IS LIMITED To register contact: beyondthemirrorcounseling@yahoo.com*** Tuesday, February 26th Join us at RAINTREE ATHLETIC CLUB for YOGA! Today participants will focus on yoga as a tool to cultivate self-love and a healthy body image. Through practices of mindfulness such as yoga and meditation, we are able to access powerful tools that allow us to rediscover the real beauty of our bodies, and gratitude for the strength and energy our bodies provide for us. TIME: 8:30 AM COST: FREE PLACE: Raintree Athletic Club 255 S. Shields Fort Collins Instructor: Faith Brandt Go to the front desk and tell them you are with Beyond the Mirror and you get in for FREE! get there a few minutes early to sign the waiver. Wednesday, February 27th Healthy Self Esteem & Body Image EXPO Gold's Gym Loveland 910 E Eisenhower Loveland 6:15 PM Thursday, February 28th 5:30-7pm Eating Disorder Support Group (NEW members can try group for FREE today) PLACE: Beyond the Mirror 1031 Robertson Street Thursday, February 28th Join us at RAINTREE ATHLETIC CLUB for YOGA! Today participants will focus on yoga as a tool to cultivate self-love and a healthy body image. Through practices of mindfulness such as yoga and meditation, we are able to access powerful tools that allow us to rediscover the real beauty of our bodies, and gratitude for the strength and energy our bodies provide for us. TIME: 12:00 pm COST: FREE PLACE: Raintree Athletic Club 255 S. Shields Fort Collins Instructor: Faith Brandt Go to the front desk and tell them you are with Beyond the Mirror and you get in for FREE! get there a few minutes early to sign the waiver. Friday, March 1st Join us at Fort Collins Club for YOGA! Today participants will focus on yoga as a tool to cultivate self-love and a healthy body image. Through practices of mindfulness such as yoga and meditation, we are able to access powerful tools that allow us to rediscover the real beauty of our bodies, and gratitude for the strength and energy our bodies provide for us. TIME: 10:45-Noon COST: FREE PLACE: Fort Collins Club 1307 E. Prospect RoadFort Collins Instructor: Andrea Atherton Call to get your FREE PASS: (970) 498-8080 Saturday, March 2nd Celebrate YOU Workshop. PLACE: Juiced On Imagination Studio 115 N College Avenue Fort Collins (above Clothes Pony) Workshops designed to nurture your creativity. We provide materials, and tools making it easy for you to step right into the creative process and express your inner artist. No art making experience necessary, just bring an open mind and a sense of adventure. ALL AGES WELCOME! 6:00-8pm (7:00 pm Keep your eyes open for our Self-Esteem FLASH MOB!) Body Bella~Celebrating the Body Through Art TBA Check website for update www.BeyondTheMirror.org) 1349 N. Cleveland Ave. (located inside Lola's Fresh Patina) Loveland, CO Featured artists Jules Gillen, Karly Ward, Shayla Cain and Chelsea Glanz The Exhibition... Body Bella is a collection of work by innovative and intriguing local artists that provides the viewer with a variety of perspectives regarding human beauty, body preoccupation and body image. This exhibition invites the viewer to examine their concept of beauty and to wrestle with our culture's narrow and largely unattainable ideals. Then, perhaps, the viewer can redefine beauty and find a way to celebrate EVERY BODY, including their own. www.BeyondTheMirror.org Facebook page FREE CONSULTATIONS ALL WEEK LONG! (MUST CALL TO SCHEDULE)

This annual event organized by SwagHER Fitness promotes a Body Confidence Lifestyle and a day when people of all sizes, colors, ages and abilities come together to celebrate self-acceptance and promote positive body image. There will be a Zumba Fitness Party followed by roller skating as well as vendors offering wellness/beauty/body services and resources, Zumba wear, health coaching and healthy snacks and smoothies. Star Skate, 2020 W Lindsey, Norman, OK 4:00pm - 6:00pm Suggested Donation: $5 https://www.facebook.com/events/157954074340095/?ref=ts&fref=ts

This eye-opening documentary film explores some of the ways the diet and weight loss industry exploits our fear of fat, and shows how the struggle to cope with mixed messages about body size, weight and nutrition affects real people. Following the screening, Margaret Ross, MD, Director of Behavioral Medicine in Student Health Services at BU, will lead an interactive panel discussion including the film’s director Darryl Roberts as well as Margaret Nagib, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist from Timberline Knolls. Also on the panel will be Whitney Post, President and Co-Founder of ELA, and Jennifer Culbert, MS, RD, LD, Dietitian at BU. This event, hosted by Boston University, is being co-sponsored by Eating for Life Alliance, Active Minds, and Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center. (This event is only open to the BU community).

This free online webinar led by, Deborah Schweiger-Whalen, LCSW, CSAT, CEDS, Founder and Clinical Director of Deborah Schweiger-Whalen & Associates and Zephyrus of Santa Fe, will explore the specific vulnerabilities and challenges faced by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning community with regard to eating disorders. This issue will be approached from the perspective that eating and sexuality are inherently primitive aspects of who we are. The webinar will explore barriers to care, the role of shame in the LGBTQ community, and other unique contributing factors, in the development and maintenance of an eating disorder. In addition, the complexity of gender identity as a possible source of psychological confusion and distress will be considered as it relates to eating disorders. Join panelists Ryan Sallans, Troy Roness and Lindsey Schweiger-Whalen as they share their personal experiences and insights of recovering from an eating disorder and being part of the LGBTQ community. Register by visiting www.NEDAwareness.org, Get Involved-Everyone page.

This is a FREE work shop for parents (or anyone) wanting to know more about eating disorders and how they may affect your child. In this workshop you will learn: -Basic information about eating disorders and body image issues. -How to spot signs of a potential eating disorder in your adolescent or teen. -Tips on "beginning the conversation" with your son or daughter. -Prevention Awareness -Information about treatment options and resources in the community. This FREE workshop is presented by Courtney Harrison, MS, MFT Intern at Cypress Holistic Center. Saturday, February 23rd, 2013 10am - 12pm Wednesday, February 27, 2013 6pm - 8pm Workshops will be given at: Cypress Holistic Center, 3550 Watt Avenue, Suite 140 Sacramento, CA 95821 **Please contact Courtney Harrison to register: 916-207-9105 or charrison@cypressholistic.com (Space is limited)

A panel of recovered persons will answer questions about treatment, the impact of the illness in their lives, and how they assembled and maintained recovery. Dr. Don Erwin, a psychologist working in the field for over 30 years, will facilitate the discussion as well as answer questions from the audience. This forum is open to the public and there is no charge. It is cosponsored by the Meridian Health Care System and the Eating Disorders Program at Monmouth Psychological Associates.

The National Eating Disorders Association organizes NEDA Walks in support of its mission and programs. The San Diego, CA NEDA Walk is organized with the Be Me Foundation, a local non profit in San Diego. Proceeds support both organizations that provide critical programs and services that work to eliminate eating disorders and improve prevention, treatment, and research. Eating disorders are potentially life-threatening illnesses with the highest death rate of any mental illness. However, they are treatable and our goal is to steer people to the help they need early. Event will feature a live performance by singer/songwriters The FALK Sisters; special guest speakers Jennifer Beasley, founder of the Be Me Foundation, and body image advocate Kym Raines; educational booths and more. Register and donate to the San Diego, CA NEDA Walk by going to www.nedawalks.org/sandiego2013.

Join us for a Special NEDAwareness Week Gentle Yoga workshop in Towson. The workshop will focus on reflection, body acceptance and healing in a safe and non judgmental space. Sunday February 24, 2013 4:30pm- 6pm Ascension Lutheran Church Great Hall 7601 York Road Towson, MD 21204 No yoga experience is necessary to participate, please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or a large towel. Doors will open for registration and quiet personal meditation from 4:30-5pm. Class will be from 5-6pm. Free parking is available across York Road in Ascension's lot. This is a FREE workshop, but we ask that you RSVP by sending an email to Laura: lserico@gmail.com

A screening of the documentary, "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope".

The Department of Health Promotion is pleased to present a panel discussion related to Eating Disorders. A renowned Adelphi University Professor Cynthia Proscia will discuss her personal experiences with eating disorders as well as a select group of students who will share their stories related to the subject. An expert in the field of Social Work and Substance Abuse Issues including Eating Disorders, Greta Tiberia, LMSW will be available for the discussion.

Join Maryville’s Body Pride Team for an interactive workshop focused on increasing awareness of the myths regarding health and beauty. Leave with a boost of body pride!

Project HEAL with Columbia University’s Student Wellness Project and Active Minds Presents: A Discussion On Eating Disorders With: Pulitzer Prize nominee Marya Hornbacher, acclaimed author of Wasted: A Memoir of Anorexia and Bulimia Liana Rosenman, co-founder of Project HEAL Christina Grasso, co-founder of Project HEAL New York Chapter Jessica Jurinich, co-founder of Project HEAL New Jersey Chapter Christina Carrad, LPC. LCAT. ATR-BC Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/events/211551152322422/ www.theprojectheal.org

This documentary exposes how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power & influence in America. http://www.uww.edu/uhcs/

T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating (non-profit mobilizing support and resources for people and families affected by eating disorders) is partnering with Asheville Yoga Center during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week to bring a 3-part yoga series,Befriending Our Bodies. This series is open to the public and includes gentle yoga, breath work, and meditation. All sessions are free for those in recovery. Donations benefit T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating in Asheville. Asheville Yoga Donation Studio - 239 S. Liberty Street Monday, February 25th 10:00-11:30AM Wednesday, February 26th 5:00-6:15PM Asheville Yoga Center - 211 S. Liberty Street Saturday, March 2nd 1:00-2:00PM Saturday, March 2, 2013 1-2PM Gentle Flow Yoga with Izzy Shurte at Asheville Yoga Center

We will have daily activities and information at G&T's in the Campus Center. Stop by and see us!

Someday Melissa Screening Description: The Ohio Psychological Association and Columbus State Community College (Counseling Center, SEaL) are hosting a screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa". Students and community members are welcome to attend. After the documentary is screened, a panel consisting of survivors of ED and psychologists who treat ED will discuss the documentary and their experiences. A Q&A session will be held afterwards.

NEDAwareness informational booth and open volunteering opportunities, from Feb. 25-March 1, 2013 at the HCC Spring Branch Campus in Houston, TX. Available to anyone who is interested, with free materials, kits, and various resources all week. A Great Jeans Giveaway will also be hosted on site during the week, ending with the launch of a new ED/Co-Occurring support group for the area. Anyone interested in volunteering prior to/during the week is welcome, though it is preferred if you have some form of experience regarding ED (personally affected, know someone affected, student or worker of, etc.); service hours and reference contacts offered if requested. The week is being led by recovering NEDA Network members and Communities In School counselors, with support from ADA and The Healthy Weigh. Additionally, any jeans donated for the Great Jeans Giveaway will be donated to the local Good Will. The current booth schedule is as follows: - M/W/F: 11AM-12.30PM - T/TH: 12PM-1.30PM Scheduling is unlikely to change, but will be updated quickly if any adjustments are made. Jean drop-off is open during booth hours, but donations are welcome outside of listed times via contacting the NEDAwareness Week coordinator. Any additional questions or assistance can be directed here as well: Caroline Lee Events/Group Organizer 832.477.3333 (Calls or Texting; Preferred Number) 281.589.8430 (Calls Only) carolinelee.neda@gmail.com All calls and messages will be responded to as soon as possible if unavailable when contacted. (Thank you, and we hope to see you there!)

Get the facts you need to make the best decision for yourself about tanning. Sponsored by Huntsman Cancer Institute in cooperation with the University of Utah student group SPEAK: Students Promoting Eating Disorder Awareness and Knowledge.

Beyond prevention of eating disorders and obesity… Promoting Health Instead of Size in Schools The Healthy Bodies curriculum is aligned with National Health Education Standards. Two published studies have reported the results of the first edition of the Healthy Body Image curriculum. The presentation goal is to help attendees become familiar with the Model for Healthy Body Image and Weight. The audience will know: Body dissatisfaction reliably leads to poor and disordered eating, diminished health, and weight gain. Development of body dissatisfaction is a “normal” part of the developmental sequence for children and teens today. Current research related to the development of body image, eating, fitness and weight concerns in Western culture, including the risk factors in common for negative body image, poor eating behaviors, and rising rates of obesity. Why prevention efforts must begin earlier than previously thought, and must promote health instead of size as a goal. Four prevalent cultural myths promote most body image concerns and disordered eating in America, and the "antidotes" needed to develop resiliency in the face of these myths. A new model for promoting healthy weight related attitudes and lifestyle behaviors. A sampling of the methods and promising results of Healthy Bodies: Teaching Kids What They Need to Know

The Special Programs team, at the Ben Gordon Center, will be providing free information all week, on Eating Disorders, and will answer questions about our Eating Disorder Treatment Program. Feel free to walk in or call in for information or to set up an assessment.

This panel discussion will answer your questions about Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder. Open to adults: anyone who is-- or has been struggling with disordered eating, their parents, support persons, friends, and peers. Free.

William Peace University's First Annual EVERYbody FASHION SHOW on Tues. Feb. 26 at 7pm, featuring William Peace models of all shapes and sizes. Chase Bannister, MDIV, MSW, LCSW, CEDS, Vice President & Chief Clinical Officer of Veritas Collaborative (veritascollaborative.com) will be speaking at the event that is in support of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week and seeks to promote awareness of eating disorders by providing education and by promoting healthy body images.

Students will be invited to write inspirational and affirming notes about positive body image and stories of recovery and acceptance on a wall in the student center.

Celebrate the body you have!!!! Resources, Yoga, meditation, zumba--- something for everyone. Come join the walk in party.

Laureate Eating Disorders Program is hosting a screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope" - the screening is free and open to the public.

Carroll University in Waukesha, WI is hosting an Awareness talk by Dr. Robyn Welk-Richards, Eating Disorders Center Manager at Rogers Memorial Hospital.

Center for Hope of the Sierras will be hosting a screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope". This event will be open to the public.

Marquette University will be hosting a screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope". This is a free event.

In the United States, twenty million women and ten million men struggle at some point in their life with a clinically significant eating disorder. Everybody knows somebody who has been impacted by and/or experienced disordered eating. Eating disorders can serve as a strategy of disconnection resulting in isolation, secrecy, and shame. Growth and healing occur in and through relational connections, not apart from them. Join Heather Wingert, LCSW, Director for T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating as she dispels the myths about disordered eating and introduces the Relational-Cultural Model to empowerment, healing, and relational resilience.

Discover the truth behnd eating disorders and learn ways you and your friends can enhance body image and self esteem as you are inspired by art, dance, song, speakers, and personal stories.

A free, open to the college community screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope".

Join Annie Seal (Citizen/Advocate) and Jen Kamer (Therapist at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute) to learn more about eating disorders and what you can do to help yourself, others, and make a difference in your community. Followed by a recovery speaker who graduated from Maryville University.

The vision of the project is to have all body shapes and sizes throughout the school be recognized positively, embraced, and accepted. The long term goal is to reduce negative parts of the school climate. Specifically, if students are comfortable being at school. Students being comfortable at school can stem out into a whole bunch of categories: student to student relationships, student to staff relationships, and student to self relationships. For example, we want to see a student go from feeling they have no staff member to turn to with concerns, to in the end, feeling they have many. Plans to achieve the goal is to make students and staff members comfortable with who they are. Which is by hosting a number of activities embracing skills and talents they harbor that do not focus on appearance. The plan of action or steps is to host numerous activities in the next few months throughout the school that will embrace and support all body shapes and sizes. One week during February, NEDA Week, February 27th to March 3rd, students and staff members will have the opportunity to learn about eating disorders, the media, self-image, self-esteem and be provided with resources as well. This week will send the message that “everyone knows somebody” with either body image issues, low self-esteem, or an eating disorder. The whole month of February, there will be a jean drive/donation. Students and staff members donate jeans that will go to local shelter homes. But there will be a twist. The messages of “fit the jeans that fit you, don’t fit the jeans” and “feel comfortable in your own genes”.

With Marci Warhaft-Nadler Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Noon-1:30 pm, Eastern Time Register today at http://www.hghw.org/content/webinar--body-image-self-worth-should-not-be-measured-in-pounds Kids as young as 5 years old are putting their health at risk by engaging in dangerous behavior out of desperation to live up to the unrealistic images thrown at them on a daily basis. Where are the negative messages coming from and what's the motivation behind them? What can parents do to encourage strong self-esteem in their children? How can schools help to encourage healthy eating without inadvertently creating fear around food? Join Marci Warhaft-Nadler of Fit Versus Fiction in this webinar, and learn why it's important to take the focus off of losing weight and put it towards gaining health. Help kids appreciate who they are instead of judge who they think they're not. Presenter Information: Marci Warhaft-Nadler is a body image advocate, writer, and founder of the “Fit vs Fiction” project, which is aimed at arming kids with the self-confidence they need to tune out negative messages and be exactly who they want to be instead of who they think they’re supposed to be. She frequently appears in the media breaking down the dangerous myths related to beauty and fitness. She sees the beauty in imperfection and strongly believes: “Self-worth should not be measured in pounds.”

Karen Woodland, Registered Dietitian, presents the truth behind the latest dieting trends.

Free Movement for Body & Soul Support Group, Wednesday, February 27, 2013 from 7:00-8:00pm. A free adult support group for disordered eating meets in a safe setting to practice connecting to the body through gentle movement, breath, and mindfulness. This group is held the last Wednesday of every month and led by therapist, Conway Weary and Pilates instructor, Corey Dingess at T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating office, 297 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801.

A documentary by filmmaker Judy Avrin who was inspired by the journal writings of her daughter Melissa, who lost her life to an eating disorder, will be screened for students and the community. An expert panel discussion follows including clinical psychologists Bethany Helfman, PsyD, Kristine Vazzano, Ph.D., and Laura Sanders, Psy.D., along with registered dietician Patrizia Jesue, RD. All events are free and open to the community. Co-presented by Helfman & Associates, P.C. and Oakland University. Contacts & Available for Interviews: Bethany Helfman, PsyD: (248) 686-0345 ext. 1 or blhelfman@gmail.com Patrizia Jesue, RD: (248) 686-0340 jsuerd@yahoo.com Kristine Vazzano, PhD: (248) 686-0346 kvazzano@mindfulness.com

In a culture of extremes, how do we find balance with food and health? This presentation will explore the everyday realities of our society's expectations about weight and the long-lasting effects of a "diet mentality" on individuals, families, children, and the larger community. Take an honest look at interpretations of popular research, advertising and media messages about weight and nutrition and learn practical tools for defining and focusing on true health priorities for yourself and others. If you've ever wondered how to focus on health and nutrition without increasing body dissatisfaction or food angst, this presentation will help you on that path. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion following the presentation. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This FREE community presentation is open to anyone interested in learning more about improving nutrition and health amidst the backdrop of the "obesity epidemic" and our culture's obsession with weight-loss. In addition to being particularly beneficial for parents, we highly recommend this presentation for educators and professionals who play an important role in the promotion of healthy eating in schools, organizations, businesses and communities. Individuals who have a history of dieting or disordered eating, negative body image or who simply have an interest in nutrition and health are encouraged to attend. The presentation is appropriate for young adolescents through adults and individuals at any stage of eating disorder recovery. REGISTRATION: Attendance at this event is FREE but pre-registration is requested. Please email kclemmer@sheppardpratt or call (410) 427-3886 to reserve your seats today. Presenter: Samantha Lewandowski, MS, RD, LDN, Nutritional Coordinator Hosted by: The Center for Eating DIsorders at Sheppard Pratt

The University of Sioux Falls will host a screening of the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope".

This free online webinar led by, Dr. Denise E. Wilfley, Professor of Psychiatry, Medicine, Pediatrics, and Psychology, and Director of the Weight Management and Eating Disorders Research Lab at Washington University School of Medicine, will offer the most up-to-date information on Binge Eating Disorder (BED). Dr. Wilfley will discuss contributing factors to onset; the latest research including prevalence of co-occurring conditions and demographics affected; signs and symptoms; health consequences and complications; and barriers to care. The conversation will include a discussion of evidence-based treatment options, the recovery process for BED and helpful resources. All are welcome! Register by visiting the Webinars page at www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.

This event is aimed at supporting the pursuit of a healthy ideal, raising awareness about the dangers of pursuing the thin-ideal and reminding people that it is the size of their lives, not the size of their bodies that counts. The monologues are followed by powerful and inspirational stories of recovery. All events are free and open to the community. Followed by Patient Testimonials of Recovery, co-presented by Nutrition Counseling Center, LLC and Oakland University Contacts & Available for Interviews: Bethany Helfman, PsyD (248) 686-0345 ext. 1 or blhelfman@gmail.com Patrizia Jesue, RD (248) 686-0340 jesuerd@yahoo.com Kristine Vazzano, PhD (248) 686-0346

Join us at Syracuse University on Thursday, Feb. 28, 5:30-7:30, for a showing of three short films on body image by Jesse Epstein. Stick around for a panel discussion featuring Harriet Brown, author of Brave Girl Eating: A Family's Struggle with Anorexia; Dr. John Manring of SUNY Upstate Medical University; and members of Active Minds, NAMI, and SHAPES on campus. For information email hnbrown@syr.edu or see https://www.facebook.com/events/339687616145079/.

The National Eating Disorders Association organizes NEDA Walks in support of its mission and programs. Proceeds support critical programs and services that work to eliminate eating disorders and improve prevention, treatment, and research. Eating disorders are potentially life-threatening illnesses with the highest death rate of any mental illness. However, they are treatable and our goal is to steer people to the help they need early. Register and donate to the Waco, TX NEDA Walk by going to the website: www.nedawalks.org/waco2013.

Scales + Sledgehammers = Southern SMASH! What's your perfect number? Whether its weight, calories, grades, miles, speed...we let so many exterior things weigh us down, keeping us from living our lives the way they were meant to be lived. Southern Smash consists of a sequence of activities to literally and spiritually lift those burdens that weigh us down. Come and free yourself from the ties that bind, to live a more authentic life. Join us for: Girls on the Run Bandana Painting, Let It Go Balloons, Be(YOU)tiful Photo Booth, Southern Smash Scale Graveyard...plus, TONS of great prizes, giveaways and food! Don't miss out on this Southern Smash event! Whether you need to release some scale anger, let go of that perfect number or just come out and see what Southern Smash all about... Who will you SMASH for? Visit: www.southernsmashings.com for more information

Save the date, AND ROOM FOR DESSERT: Friday, March 1st! This year our Project HEAL chapter is hosting our 3rd annual benefit during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. As always, this is an all-ages / family friendly event. Let us celebrate life, love, family, and friends with a healthy dose of chocolate and other sweet treats. Our awesome raffle and silent auction will be icing on the cake! Desserts: Little Dipper Fondue, Fresh Fruit Tray, Decadent Dessert Tray, Cupcakes, and more! Gluten-free & Vegan options available. Entertainment will include: 1. Artwork by Kera Brodeur & photography from Garion Brodeur. Kera will be sharing a 10 piece series of work she created during her journey of healing. Photography from Garion, Kera's brother, highlights his experience of being one of Kera's support people through her recovery process. 2. Music by Project HEAL North Carolina co-founder, Heather Purdin. In addition to performing with Selah Dubb, rumor has it Heather may dust off her acoustic guitar and delight us with a few of her original tunes from way back when...Finally Sean Gregory of Signal Fire will perform an acoustic set as well! 3. Dance courtesy of Sarah Katherine Burns. Sarah will join Selah Dubb on stage and offer a belly dance performance with a reggae twist. 4. We will also premiere the 2013 Project HEAL NEDAW Campaign video, "I chose to HEAL because..." TICKETS: $10 Donation / $5 Students

Illinois School Social Work Supervisors and Coordinators Council will be screening the documentary "Someday Melissa, the story of an eating disorder, loss and hope" followed by a panel with Judy Avrin from Someday Melissa - Open to the Public.

The National Eating Disorders Association organizes NEDA Walks in support of its mission and programs. Proceeds support critical programs and services that work to eliminate eating disorders and improve prevention, treatment, and research. Eating disorders are potentially life-threatening illnesses with the highest death rate of any mental illness. However, they are treatable and our goal is to steer people to the help they need early. Master of ceremonies will be award-winning activist Carolyn Costin with special guest, internationally known author and speaker, Jenni Schaefer. Event will feature yoga warm up, live music, face painting, games and much more. To register or donate go to www.nedawalks.org/losangeles2013