New Bedford Wellness Initiative

08/05/2026

🌿 Yoga in the Garden 🌿

Join us Thursdays at 5:30 PM from June 4th–October 1st at Haskell Public Gardens for a FREE community yoga series in a peaceful outdoor setting. Open to all levels and led by a certified instructor.

Bring your yoga mat, towel, water, and blocks if you have them. ☀️🧘‍♀️
📍 777 Shawmut Ave

Parking available along Shawmut Ave & Loftus Street.

08/05/2026

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08/03/2026

8/3/26 See you on the mat next week!!

08/03/2026

🤣 Lighten up your week with Laughter Wellness!

Join Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers Bill & Linda Hamaker for a FREE Laughter Wellness class this Wednesday at 7:30 PM on Zoom. 🌟

Laughter Yoga is open to all ages and abilities—no experience needed! Through playful laughter exercises and gentle breathing techniques, you’ll boost oxygen flow, increase energy, reduce stress, and leave feeling refreshed and uplifted.

✨ Don’t miss this fun and feel-good experience—come laugh with us and bring a friend!
🔗 Zoom Link: https://buff.ly/3LSKO2X
📅 Wednesday | 7:30 PM
🌐 Learn more: https://buff.ly/3JJ6P3C
👍 page: https://buff.ly/2PQyTeu
👥 Join the Group: https://buff.ly/3rwRhI7

08/03/2026

☀️ Summer is in full swing, and it's the perfect time to prioritize your health and well-being!

Join the New Bedford Wellness Initiative this month for FREE community wellness programs designed to help you move, relax, recharge, and connect with others.

🌿 Wellness Streams
🚶 Outdoor Walks at Buttonwood Park
🧘 Monday Evening Yoga at Buttonwood Park | 5:30 PM
🌸 Thursday Evening Yoga at Haskell Public Gardens | 5:30 PM

Whether you're looking to stay active, reduce stress, or simply enjoy the outdoors with your community, there's something for everyone. Invite a friend, enjoy the fresh summer air, and be part of a healthier, stronger New Bedford!

We can't wait to see you this July! 💚

08/03/2026

🎥 New Episode of Hypnotism 101!

As part of the New Bedford Wellness Initiative, join John Barboza of Life Enriching Hypnosis for the latest installment of our Hypnotism 101 video series, released every two weeks.

This episode, Mindful Eating: Hypnosis for Overcoming Overeating Patterns, explores how hypnosis can help you become more aware of your eating habits, reduce emotional eating, and develop a healthier relationship with food.

Small changes in mindset can lead to lasting changes in your health. We hope you'll tune in and continue your wellness journey with us! 💚

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08/02/2026

🧘‍♀️ FREE COMMUNITY YOGA SERIES AT BUTTONWOOD PARK 🌿

Unplug, recharge, and enjoy an outdoor yoga experience surrounded by nature at Buttonwood Park. This free instructor-led class is open to all levels — come move, breathe, stretch, and reset in a beautiful community space.

Bring a friend and join us for a relaxing evening of movement and mindfulness in the park!

08/02/2026

🚶‍♀️💙 WHAT'S YOUR WHY?

We all have a reason to take that first step.
I walk with WWAD because... ______________________

Whether it's for your health, your family, your mental well-being, to honor someone you love, or simply to enjoy the journey—we want to hear your story.

✨ Comment below and finish the sentence:
"I walk with WWAD because..."

Your story might inspire someone else to take their first step.

08/01/2026

18 walkers joined Dr. Ashley Weber for Walk with a Doc to talk about hormone replacement therapy for men & women.

Join us on Saturdays at 9am, weather permitting. We meet near the Buttonwood Park Zoo entrance.

08/01/2026

🌞 Make the most of your July mornings with movement, fresh air, and community!

Step outside and join us for Walk with a Doc at Buttonwood Park with Dr. Ashley Weber. 👟

Enjoy a relaxed walk, connect with neighbors, and gain valuable health insights from local healthcare professionals in a welcoming, supportive environment. Whether you're a regular walker or just getting started, everyone is welcome!

Grab a friend and join us as we walk toward a healthier, happier summer. 💚