Bariatric Surgery Support Group Meeting

6 p.m., Wednesday, February 1, GenerationOne, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah

This support group is open to anybody who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery. There is no charge to attend. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session

6 p.m., Wednesday, February 1, GenerationOne, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah

This session provides information about bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. There is no charge to attend.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, February 2, Blood Donor Room at Memorial University Medical Center

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Memorial University Medical Center from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the blood donor room, located by the Medical Center Pharmacy. The blood drives are open to the public. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are accepted.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session -- Brunswick

9 a.m., Friday, February 3, Holiday Inn & Suites, 138 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, Georgia

This session provides information about bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. Learn about the surgical procedures we offer, the support and education programs involved, and how bariatric surgery can change your life. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. There is no charge to attend.

Prepared Childbirth Saturday Session

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, February 4, at Memorial University Medical Center

This full-day course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. It is designed for parents who live outside of Savannah or have schedules that make it difficult to attend weekday classes. This course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. This class is popular, so please register early. The cost is $75 per couple. For more information, call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Bariatric Surgery Information Session -- Vidalia

9 a.m., Friday, February 10, Vidalia/Meadows Wellness Center, 101 Harris Industrial Blvd., Vidalia, Georgia

This session provides information about bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. Learn about the surgical procedures we offer, the support and education programs involved, and how bariatric surgery can change your life. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. There is no charge to attend.

Happily Ever After Ball

10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, February 11, Brockington Hall, 13 East Hall Street, Savannah

Come one, come all, join us for the most magical event in Savannah, the Happily Ever After Ball! Have your little ones put on a costume and meet their favorite princess or pirate. They can get dolled up at Rapunzel’s Hair Palace or have a sword fight with Captain Jack. There will be lots of activities, prizes, and fun things to see and do. For more information, contact Janet Kolbush, Events and Fundraising Manager, at 912-350-6369 or [email protected].

Labor and Delivery Tour

6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, February 13, Memorial University Medical Center

Want to take a look around before the big day? Register for a complimentary tour of Memorial Health for Women. The tour is held once a month and fills up quickly, so please register early. Call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Baby Basics

9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, February 18, Memorial University Medical Center

This class is strongly recommended for first-time parents. Many topics are covered, including basic newborn care, feeding, infant hygiene, life with a new baby, safety in the home, car seat safety, and infant CPR. $45 per couple. If you have questions, please call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Bariatric Surgery Information Session – Statesboro

9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Tuesday, February 21, Hampton Inn Statesboro, 350 Brampton Avenue, Statesboro, Georgia

This support group is open to anybody who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery. There is no charge to attend. For more information call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group

1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

This group is open to individuals with cancers of the head and neck area and their caregivers. At the meetings, we will have a brief discussion from experts in the treatment of head and neck cancer and allow time for group discussion. For more information, please call 912-350-7845.

Basic Breastfeeding Class

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 28, Memorial University Medical Center

This two-hour session is designed to educate and support the mother planning to breastfeed. Topics include information on preparing to breastfeed, basic breastfeeding concepts, nutrition, and a discussion of common concerns. Issues such as family support for the breastfeeding mother, the father’s role in feeding, and how to breastfeed and continue to work are also covered. Your support person is encouraged to attend. The cost is $20 per couple. The class fills quickly so register early. If you have questions, please call 912-350-BORN (2676).