Three Things to Do to De-Stress Wednesday

Here's a run-down of goings on in the neighborhood that can help you get over the Wednesday hump.

Head to 380 Marlborough Road to the Third Root Community Health Center for a Community Acupuncture session beginning at 12 p.m. 

Patients receive treatment that focuses on the arms and legs while in a group setting. 

Treatment is approximately 90 minutes and is offered on a sliding scale fee basis from $20 to $40. It is best to arrive by 6:30 p.m. at the latest as treatments conclude at 8 p.m. For more information click here or call (718)940-9343.




The Flatbush YMCA is hosting its weekly diabetes prevention program today at 7 p.m. 

Attendees can learn how to increase physical activity, eat healthy and decrease stress to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. 

The weekly one-hour session is led by a trained lifestyle coach and costs $40. 

For more information click here or call (718)469-8100­. 




Join this weekly 7:15 p.m. class as it explores a series of poses that can help one gain stamina and strength. The class is open to students of all levels at is $17. 

The class takes place at Namaste Yoga at 482 Coney Island Avenue. For more information click here ­ or call (347)533-6226.