Memphis Medicine: A Century of Science and Service highlights the developments and medical contributor’s history of the improvement of the health care system in Memphis and the Mid-South. 

Patricia LaPointe McFarland and Dr. Mary Ellen Pitts will present and discuss their new book titled Memphis Medicine: A Century of Science and Service on Tuesday, March 20 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 10:15 am.

 McFarland is a retiree of the Memphis Public Library & Information Center where she was the curator of collections in the Memphis and Shelby County Room. She has written numerous books and articles on local medical history. One of her earlier works includes From Saddlebags to Science A Century of Health Care in Memphis 1830-1930.

Dr. Mary Ellen Pitts has taught at Western Kentucky University and served as head of the English Department.

In conjunction with National Nutrition Month the Memphis Public Library & Information Center will host a Nutrition Workshop on Tuesday, March 20 at 10:30 am at the Cornelia Crenshaw Library Branch. The National Nutrition Month theme for this year is "Get Your Plate in Shape." During the workshop, attendees will receive information on how to plan a healthy low cost meal.

National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign held annually in March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign focuses on the importance of making informed healthy food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

Follow the link here to read more about the National Nutrition initiative.

Information provided by the Memphis Public Library & Information Center

Every year, people seem to forget about their New Year’s Resolutions for improving their health.

Now it's time to get your neon gear ready for a great spring event (13 and up) that is focused on fitness!

The Neon Spring Fling Zumba® Master Class will “re-awaken” the interest of Memphians (in all communities) and help them achieve their goals and improve their overall health.  The event will be held the Rumba Room, 303 South Main in Memphis.  Doors will open at 6pm. The event runs from 6:30-8pm.   

A number of health benefits will be gained from two hours of non-stop aerobic activity and dance.  The event will also serve as a cultural exchange for Memphis.  People from all across the Mid-South will meet under one roof to enjoy an internationally themed event.  Everyone is asked to bring their brightest, most neon colored gear.