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Fresh Fitness Returns to 2020 Winter Farmer’s Market

The City of Carbondale has once again teamed up with the Carbondale Park District and SIU Recreation Center to host group fitness classes during the Winter Farmer’s Market at Carbondale Community High School.

The “Fresh Fitness” program will be held on Saturdays from January 18 to March 28. The hour-long class will begin at 10 a.m. Please use Walnut Street entrance at CCHS.

Southern Illinois University Fitness Instructors will teach cardio and strength training classes such as Zumba and WERQ throughout the 11 week program.

No experience is necessary. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. A cash donation of $5 is suggested.

If you have questions or would like more information, contact Carbondale Public Relations Officer Roni LeForge at (618) 559-1939 or rleforge@explorecarbondale.com.

“Carbondale prides itself on providing its visitors, students, businesses and residents with a unique mix of edge and ease. It’s a cultural town, yet free of pretense, embracing the great outdoors as readily as urban sophistication. Here, we are open to new ideas, experiences and cultures, so you are encouraged to both express yourself and be yourself, in all ways. That’s Carbondale…All Ways Open… for family, fun, business, new ideas and a bright tomorrow.”

Jackson Sorbo

Managing editor of the Chicago Morning Star

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