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Health Notes September 2026

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September 5K Races Offer Opportunities to Run, Walk and Give Back

Runners and walkers can hit the trails, support important causes and enjoy community events with several 5K races happening throughout September. Sign up online for 5Ks. The month’s lineup includes:

• Oak Openings Stampede 5K at Oak Openings Metropark, Sun., Sept. 13, 9 am.
• Heal Together Race for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk at Ottawa Parkway Toledo, Sun., Sept. 19 at 8am.
• 5K Beer Run/Walk at Brewing Green on Sat. Sept. 19, 11 am.

Community Drum Circle Brings Rhythm and Connection to Toledo

Experience the power of music and community at the Community Drum Circle at Pura Vida Wellness Studio. Guests are encouraged to bring a drum or any percussion instrument.
Free for members, $10 for non-members. Tuesday, September 22, from 7:30pm. Pura Vida Wellness Studio, 4326 S. Detroit Ave. puravidawellnessstudio.com/event-details/community-drum-circle

Outdoor Yoga With Alpacas & Goats

Stretch, breathe and unwind in the pasture during Outdoor Yoga with Alpacas & Goats, hosted by Integration Yoga withJenn at Sunny Meade Alpacas. Little goats will join the fun after shavasana (relaxation pose). Open to all experience levels, no previous yoga experience necessary. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, water, sunscreen and bug spray. $20. Saturday, September 19, from 11 am. Sunny Meade Alpacas, 7770 Prov Neap Swan Road, Swanton. integration.yoga

The Toledo City Paper depends on readers like you! Become a friend today. See membership options

September 5K Races Offer Opportunities to Run, Walk and Give Back

Runners and walkers can hit the trails, support important causes and enjoy community events with several 5K races happening throughout September. Sign up online for 5Ks. The month’s lineup includes:

• Oak Openings Stampede 5K at Oak Openings Metropark, Sun., Sept. 13, 9 am.
• Heal Together Race for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk at Ottawa Parkway Toledo, Sun., Sept. 19 at 8am.
• 5K Beer Run/Walk at Brewing Green on Sat. Sept. 19, 11 am.

Community Drum Circle Brings Rhythm and Connection to Toledo

Experience the power of music and community at the Community Drum Circle at Pura Vida Wellness Studio. Guests are encouraged to bring a drum or any percussion instrument.
Free for members, $10 for non-members. Tuesday, September 22, from 7:30pm. Pura Vida Wellness Studio, 4326 S. Detroit Ave. puravidawellnessstudio.com/event-details/community-drum-circle

Outdoor Yoga With Alpacas & Goats

Stretch, breathe and unwind in the pasture during Outdoor Yoga with Alpacas & Goats, hosted by Integration Yoga withJenn at Sunny Meade Alpacas. Little goats will join the fun after shavasana (relaxation pose). Open to all experience levels, no previous yoga experience necessary. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, water, sunscreen and bug spray. $20. Saturday, September 19, from 11 am. Sunny Meade Alpacas, 7770 Prov Neap Swan Road, Swanton. integration.yoga

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