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February 2025

Doodling

Creativity & Your Well-Being:

Doodling for Relaxation and Focus

Tue, Feb 4 | 12:10-1pm

Hybrid: Tang Center - Ed Center or Zoom

Instructor: Kim Guess


Doodling is loosely defined as drawing aimlessly. However, it is anything but useless! Doodling may improve recall of verbal information and can help stop people from losing focus when they need to pay attention. In general, creative activities can lower your blood pressure, decrease stress, support your immune system, and increase your ability to be more productive. Learn more about this non-intimidating art form and try out a few sample doodle patterns. Supplies will be provided to in-person attendees. 

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Active at Work
Cumbia dance

Joy of Movement:

Dancing for Energy and Well-Being

2/7, 3/21, 4/18 | 12:10-1pm 

251 Hearst Gymnasium | In Person

Instructor: Patricia Juárez


Join us throughout the semester as we explore a variety of dances across different cultures! This dance class will introduce us to both Cumbia and Aztec Dance. Cumbia, the Afro-Colombian rhythm, blends musical and cultural elements from Native Indigenous Peoples and is practiced throughout Latin America and the United States. Aztec Dance, which is also known as Danza Azteca-Chichimeca, is an Indigenous Ceremonial, Warrior and Ritual dance that comes from central regions in Mexico.


Read more about the instructor: Patricia Juárez

2/7 Class
3/21 Class
4/18 Class
Annie Yeh Cello Yoga

Cello Yoga

Fri, Feb 21 | 12:10-1pm

Tang Center- Section Club

In Person

Instructor: Annie Yeh


Join yoga teacher and cellist Annie Yeh, founder/creator of Legato Cello Yoga®, for a nourishing session of mindful movement and breath with calming cello music. We start with a 35 minute gentle to moderately challenging slow flow to unwind, stretch, strengthen and refresh the body, accompanied by Annie’s original recordings of the Bach chorales on 4 cellos. (See The Bach Quadrupletet).
Then you'll get to deeply rest in a 15-minute Savasana accompanied by a soothing live cello sound bath.


Optional: If you are inclined, you are invited to stay for an extended cello savasana, or guided yogic chanting, depending on what the collective energy calls for. Please wear comfortable clothing layers. Yoga props will be provided. Please plan on arriving a few minutes before the class to sign a waiver form and get settled on your mat.

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Click the bolded dates to access the respective registrations.

Yoga for Tension & Stress Relief


2/14, *3/7*, 4/4


12:10-1pm

251 Hearst Gymnasium 

In Person and *Zoom*

Instructor: Laurie Ferris

kicking a bag

Cardio Kickboxing


3/14, 4/11, 5/9


12:10-1pm

251 Hearst Gymnasium 

In Person

Instructor: Tomas Handelsman

dance class

Joy of Movement:

Dancing for Energy and Well-Being


2/7, 3/21, 4/18


12:10-1pm 

 251 Hearst Gymnasium 

In Person

Instructor: Patricia Juárez

Virtual Programs


Did you miss a class or want to try one on your own schedule?


Recordings of past cooking, dance, yoga workshops and webinars are available for you to revisit on our virtual programs page.

Nutrition Resources
chinese corn soup with tofu

Recipe of the Month:



Chinese Corn Soup



This easy soup can be made in less than 30 minutes and mostly uses ingredients with a long shelf life! This recipe is similar to egg drop soup but uses silken tofu instead of eggs, great for those dealing with egg shortages (or high prices), egg allergies, or a plant-based lifestyle. If you’re new to cooking tofu, this recipe is a great starting place because you don’t have to drain it well, worry about getting it crisp, etc. For more recipes, visit Cook Well Berkeley! 

Have a general question about food or nutrition?



Submit your question through our Ask the Dietitian service.

Savory bites

Cook Well Berkeley:

Savory Bites for Any Occasion

Thu, Feb 13 | 12:10-1pm | Hybrid

Zoom and Tang Center Section Club

Instructor: Kim Guess


These fun finger food recipes can be served for brunch, at a tea party or any other party, or scaled to single servings for make-ahead breakfast or lunch at work! Demonstration, recipes, and samples provided.

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Group Cook-Alongs


Looking for a fun way to cook and connect with your colleagues? Request a virtual cook-along for your team. Learn more and register.

Ergo Corner

February Ergonomic Workshops

Click highlighted date to register!


  • 2/12 Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors | 11am-12pm
  • 2/20 Products and Matching Funds | 11am-12pm
  • 2/26 Computer Ergonomics 101 | 10-11am
Ergonomics Poster

Check out the flyer above and website for more info!

Be Well at Work Resources

Planning Your Pregnancy Leave

Thu, Feb 27 | 12-1pm

Zoom


Are you thinking about starting a family? This workshop will provide information on leave policies, disability benefits, use of income supplements: sick/vacation/pto/pfcb, etc., and options on when/how to return to work after having a child for both academic and staff employees. 

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Staff Garden

Staff Garden Volunteer Day

Thu, Feb 27 | 12-1pm

Staff Garden


UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden.

Staff Garden Website
Join volunteer email list

Campus Happenings

Mindfulness Mondays

Mondays (Weekly) | 12:10-12:30pm 

Virtual


Take a moment for a short mindfulness break at 12:10 pm on Mondays! This weekly class, hosted by Wellness Ambassador Liza Schlosser-Olroyd, allows us to practice mindfulness, reflect, and come together as we take on the rest of the week.

Zoom Link

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Spring Workshops & Programs


To register and learn more, visit our workshop home pages!


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