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Independence Now invites local businesses and organizations to share their upcoming events with our community on our online events calendar. Submit your event through the online Event Submission Form. Events are not guaranteed to be published.

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Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Pride in the Plaza.

Visit Us at Pride in the Plaza

Veteran's Plaza 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD, United States

Be sure to visit Independence Now's table at Pride in the Plaza! Learn more: https://prideintheplaza.com/

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Young woman with her hand to her face as if stressed.
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Youth Mental Health Open Forum

Zoom

Join Dr. Mana Ali Carter, on July 19th at noon, in a mental health open forum. This is an opportunity to discuss how to cope and thrive.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Flyer promoting Gardening and Nutrition on a Budget with photo of a table covered in fresh vegetables such as yellow tomatoes, green beans, and cucumbers.
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Gardening and Nutrition on a Budget

TBA

Join Pam Hosimer, MLIS Nutrition Educator from the University of Maryland SNAP-ED program to learn about gardening and nutrition on a budget.

Image of person with prosthetic leg lifting a barbell.
Event Series Adaptive Fitness Class

Adaptive Fitness Class

Zoom

Participants will engage in low to moderate intensity workouts targeting muscular strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Classes are FREE and VIRTUAL and designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors.

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Photo of a calculator with the word "budget" appearing on the screen on top of a spreadsheet.

Budget Seminar

Zoom

In this workshop we will discuss different kinds of debt and ways to manage it.

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Flyer promoting Don't Be A Bully event with graphic of hand in another hand.
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Don’t Be A Bully

Wheaton Forest Park 1700 University Blvd West, Wheaton, MD, United States

Come join us for a discussion on safety online and in person. Learn about spotting the red flags and making sure people feel included.

Marka Rodgers in a wheelchair holding her hands up to the sky.
Featured Featured Event Series Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Zoom

  An inclusive and accessible yoga class led by a certified yoga instructor. It is a personal yoga practice that connects attendees to their breath, body, and intention on the path to self-awareness and self-acceptance. August 18th at 10 AM Eastern Time September 15th at 10 AM Eastern Time October 20th at 10 AM Eastern Time Register in advance for Accessible[…]

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Fresh rhubarb and greens.
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Creative Cooking Class: An Evening to Remember

Riverdale Farmers Market 6220 Rhode Island Ave, Riverdale, MD, United States

 Riverdale Farmers Market featuring Fresh Produce, Food Trucks, and Fashion.

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

A table is strewn with emergency kit items such as a first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, bottled water, and radio.
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Emergency Preparedness

Zoom

Best Practices for Crisis Management and Disaster Relief Strategies for people with disabilities.

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

A person wears black pants and shoes while using a white cane outdoors.

Lighting Your Path: Peer Support Forum

Zoom

Lighting Your Path will be meeting with other local visual impairment support supports to see how we can come together to better address needs of our community.

Marka Rodgers in a wheelchair holding her hands up to the sky.
Featured Featured Event Series Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Zoom

  An inclusive and accessible yoga class led by a certified yoga instructor. It is a personal yoga practice that connects attendees to their breath, body, and intention on the path to self-awareness and self-acceptance. August 18th at 10 AM Eastern Time September 15th at 10 AM Eastern Time October 20th at 10 AM Eastern Time Register in advance for Accessible[…]

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Marka Rodgers in a wheelchair holding her hands up to the sky.
Featured Featured Event Series Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Accessible Yoga Classes with Marka

Zoom

  An inclusive and accessible yoga class led by a certified yoga instructor. It is a personal yoga practice that connects attendees to their breath, body, and intention on the path to self-awareness and self-acceptance. August 18th at 10 AM Eastern Time September 15th at 10 AM Eastern Time October 20th at 10 AM Eastern Time Register in advance for Accessible[…]

Girl with Down Syndrome wears red boxing gloves and a smile as she leans against boxing ring ropes.
Event Series Accessible Boxing

Accessible Boxing

Zoom

The class is all-inclusive, where we encourage people with disabilities to be active while learning some fundamentals of boxing and having a great workout at the same time!

Flyer for Independence Now Health and Wellness Fair.
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Independence Now Open House & Health and Wellness Fair

Independence Now 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Silver Spring, MD, United States

From eating the right food to the perfect exercise routine, find the best path to a healthier and happier you.

Young man with a disability smiling.
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Health and Wellness 4 All

Zoom

Join if for a series of mental health and wellness events hosted by Dr. Mana Ali Carter.

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