In the new year, we’re all thinking about how to be healthy! Doreen Gentzler gives a preview of fitness classes, free medical testing and other opportunities you’ll find at the 2019 NBC4 Telemundo 44 Health & Fitness Expo, coming up Jan. 12-13 at the Washington Convention Center.
The 2019 NBC4 Telemundo 44 Health & Fitness Expo is here!
For the 26th year, we're bringing you a chance to learn more about health, wellness and fitness — while having fun. Join us in Hall B and C at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Saturday until 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please use caution if you plan to come to the Expo on Sunday as a winter storm has dumped inches of snow over the region. Metro is the safest option to get to the event.
See the complete program guide here.
From workout classes to celebrity guests, there's a ton to see and do at the Expo.
Each day, you can participate in fitness classes or be tested for health concerns you may have, including high blood pressure and glaucoma.
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Get a glimpse at some of the fun and important events we have planned at this year's Expo below:
Main Stage Highlights:
Saturday, Jan. 12
10:30 a.m. - Today Show and Guide Dog Foundation's Puppy With a Purpose
Noon - What's Up With Weather? With Storm Team4 Meteorologists
2 p.m. - Opioid Epidemic
3:30 p.m. - Stop the Bleed - You Can Save a Life! Learn how to create tourniquets
Sunday, Jan. 13
10:30 a.m. - Keep Your Brain Healthy
12:30 p.m. - What I've Learned About Life from American Ninja Warrior
1 p.m - The Voice Hometown Heroes
2 p.m. The NFL in the Community
What's Your Workout Stage Highlights:
Saturday, Jan. 12
11 a.m. - Hit the Barre with Mizani Fitness
12:30 p.m. - Can We Mix It Up? MIx It Up Dance Fitness
2 p.m. Crankin' @ DA-GOGO Dance Fitness
3 p.m. BlackOut Boxing
Sunday, Jan. 13
10:30 a.m. - KaribFIT Afro-Caribbean Dance and Fitness
11:30 a.m. - CoreBlast
1 p.m. TODAY Wellness
2:30 p.m. Body Attack
World of Dance Stage Highlights
Saturday, Jan. 12
10 a.m. - Tap Dancing to Good Health
11:30 a.m. - High Energy Seniors
1:30 p.m. - Traditional Mexican Dances
3 p.m. - Hand Dance, Cha Cha and Bop
Sunday, Jan. 13
10 a.m. - Unleash Your Inner Bollywood Rockstar
Noon - Huaylarsh
1 p.m. - Dancing to R&B and Soul
3 p.m. - Line Dancing for Your Health
The Phillips Collection n
Where: 1600 21st St. NWn
How Much: Adults $12; students & seniors $10; youth & members free.n
It may not be a Smithsonian or on the National Mall, but you can still find some of the world's most unique and incredible works of art. In the museum's sprawling collection of over 3,000 works, see world-renowned paintings such as Renoir's "Luncheon of the Boating Party" and lose yourself in the Rothko Room, a room (as the name implies) dedicated to abstract expressionist Mark Rothko. Sit and stay awhile. Federal workers with an ID can enter for free.
Where: 1313 Bonifant Road, Colesville, Maryland
How Much: Adults $7; kids & seniors $5.n
Experience what it was like when streetcars ruled the rails by riding one of the still-operational cars at the National Capital Trolley Museum. Tracks take visitors on a short journey around the museum's campus. In addition to the rides, the museum features exhibits, antique route maps, and a collection of historic streetcars from D.C. as well as from other U.S. and Canadian cities. It's open on Saturdays and Sundays, and for special event days.
Where: 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, D.C.n
How Much: Free.n
The Society of the Cincinnati is a historical organzation that works to promote appreciation of America's independence. The museum focuses on all things related to the American Revolution. You'll find antique tapestries, sculptures, portraits and more.
Where: 444 E St. NW, Washington, D.C.n
How Much: Prices are $14.95 for kids and $21.95 for a regular adult ticketn
The newly opened National Law Enforcement Museum showcases the process of law enforcement through exhibits highlighting daring undercover operations, heroic rescues and troublesome prison histories. Here's a preview of what's inside.
Where: 2500 Linden Lane, Silver Spring, Marylandn
How Much: Free.n
From antique microscopes to jars of preserved human specimens to the bullet that killed Abraham Lincoln, the National Museum of Health and Medicine provides visitors a deeper understanding of medicine's past and its future. The Silver Spring institution has been operating since the 1860s and has a special focus on American military medicine. Note that the museum's collection contains quite a few human-related specimens that may not be suitable for small kids or anyone with a delicate stomach. If you're feeling up for it, though, you'll likely find the displays fascinating. Visitors can also see a portion of a trauma bay used to treat soldiers in Iraq as part of its "Advances in Military Medicine" exhibit.
Where: 437 7th St. NWn
How Much: Adults $9.50; students $7; seniors & military $8.50; kids free.n
If it weren't for a chance discovery during a demolition inspection of an old shoe store on 7th Street, about 1,000 artifacts left behind by the woman who founded the American Red Cross would have been lost forever. Clara Barton lived in and opened her Missing Soldiers Office in the building after the Civil War to help reunite families with their loved ones. Today, visitors can tour the restored building and learn the story of the "Angel of the Battlefield." The museum also hosts events throughout the year including concerts, presentations and even amputation demonstrations. It's open regularly from Thursday to Saturday.
Where: 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.n
How Much: Buy your tickets online during the shutdown for a 15 percent discount: $21.21 for adults and $12.71 for kids aged 7 to 18.n
The Newseum highlights the old and latest in journalism and news. Current exhibits look back the Civil Rights movement in 1968, segments of the Berlin Wall and the editorial cartoons of Michael Sloan and Jake Halpern.
Where: 1250 New York Ave. NWn
How Much: Adults $10; seniors & students: $8; museum members & youth free.n
This museum is billed as the only one in the world that holds a collection of 4,500 works of art created exclusively by female artists. The collection features present-day artists, but some of its earliest pieces date to 16th century. One of its most prominent artists is 19th century impressionist Mary Cassatt. whose later works focused on the theme of mother and child. Visitors to the museum this summer can see the Heavy Metal, a series featuring artists who created sculptures, jewelry and other objects in metal.
Where: 901 W. Pratt St., Baltimore, Marylandn
How Much: Adults $20; seniors (age 60+) $17; kids (ages 2-12) $12; furloughed federal workers can flash their ID for free entry through the shutdown.n
Ride the (historic) rails! One of the world's largest collections of railroad artifacts and locomotives is in Baltimore at the B&O Railroad Museum, where you can take a ride along the first commercial mile of train track ever laid in the U.S. The historic train station and workshops date back to 1829, and the site is considered by some to be the birthplace of American railroading, the museum says. In addition to seeing historic locomotives and other train vehicles, you'll also find smaller artifacts and can search for ancestors in B&O's employee records.
Where: 902 Wythe St., Alexandria, Virginian
How Much: Suggested $2 donation.n
In the building that once housed Alexandria's segregated library, the Alexandria Black History Museum uses exhibits to tell the story of the African-American Alexandrians during slavery, the Civil War and post-Civil War era. This summer, visitors can also check out a collection of African American dollhouses and miniatures depicting African-American life in Alexandria and Virginia. In addition to the museum's main building, visitors can check out the Watson Reading Room and the Alexandria African American Heritage Park, a satellite location that includes a sculpture garden and a one-acre 19th century African-American cemetery.
Where: 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, Marylandn
How Much: Adults $15.95; seniors $13.95; students, kids & veterans $9.95; active military, members & kids under 6 free.n
If you feel like a mini-road trip, consider visiting the eye-popping collections at the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, featuring an eclectic mix of sculptures, mosaics and paintings. Curators take special attention to add work by self-taught artists to the collection. Because the museum's mission is to preserve "outsider art," you'll discover a mind-bending group of pieces that run the gamut from sculptures built from scrap metal to giant neon lights. Don't miss the gift shop.
Where: 400 4th St. SW, Washington, D.C.n
How Much: Tickets for children over 7 cost $9.99 online and $14.99 for walk up. Regular adult tickets are $19.99 online and $24.99 at the door.n
The Museum of the Bible opened its 40-foot Gutenberg Gates in 2017, welcoming anyone interested in a biblical perspective on history. With lots of kid-oriented exhibits and historic artifacts on loan from Israel's esteemed official collection, the museum is a good bet near the National Mall.
Where: 4519 Rhode Island Ave., North Brentwood, Marylandn
How Much: Tours are $5 per person.n
The museum and cultural center is located in North Brentwood and hosts an array of exhibits focusing on cultural and historical contributions of its African-American community. The museum has several exhibitions including "Footsteps from North Brentwood." The exhibit was first displayed in the Smithsonian’s Anacostia Museum. It features historical information, photographs, interviews and memorabilia about North Brentwood, a town first settled by African-American Civil War veterans.
Where: 2401 Foxhall Road NW, Washington D.C.
How Much: $10 suggested donation for a regular adult ticketn
The Kreeger Museum features a collection of modern art, ranging from painting to sculpture. You can also walk through the sculpture garden.
Where: 105 N. Union St., #327, Alexandria, Virginian
How Much: Free.n
Over the years, Alexandria residents, workers and developers have uncovered thousands of artifacts in the historic city. The museum's collection contains more than 2,000 items including parts of ships, ceramics, wooden toys, leather items and other relics that tells the story of Alexandria's past. Visitors are encouraged to learn about the people that lived and visited Alexandria from prehistoric times all the way to the 20th century.
Where: 1238 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, D.C.n
How Much: Regular admission starts at $15 for adults, $12 for students, seniors and military and $8 for kids.n
The current interactive exhibit, New Nature by Marpi, is open through Jan. 13. Wave your hands to pet a digital plant that makes music, tap your smartphone to feed a larger-than-life beast illuminated on the wall and enjoy beautiful lights at this art exhibit that's probably unlike anything else you've seen. It's a good option for kids during the day, and hosts adults-only hours at night.
Let's Play Kids' Play Area Highlights
Saturday, Jan. 12
10 a.m. - DC Retro Jumpers Double Dutch 4 Fun
2 p.m. Back-N-Stride Hula Hoops
3 p.m. - Kids Yoga
Sunday, Jan. 13
11 a.m. - Let's Play America Activities
12:30 p.m. Parks as Health Places
Heathy Cooking 4 You Stage Highlights
Saturday, Jan. 12
10 a.m. - Healthy One Pot Cooking
11 a.m. - Pan Seared Chicken With Asian Greens and Roasted Mushrooms
3 p.m. - Blackened Chick and Red Kale Bowls
Sunday, Jan. 13
10 a.m. - Jumpstart Your Weight Loss With Green Smoothies
2 p.m. - Easy Asian Stir Fry 1, 2, 3!
Testings and Screenings:
Acupuncture Information
Paul Acupuncture and Wellness
Adaptive Equipment
Disability Partnership
ADHD Information
CHADD
Alcohol Support Groups
Al-Anon, Alateen Information Service of Washington DC & Suburban Maryland
NIAAA (NIH)
Ask the Doctor
American Society of Breast Surgeons Foundation
Fort Washington Medical Center/Nexus Health
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Asthma & Allergy Testing
HealthTest.info
Banking
Lafayette Federal Credit Union
PNC Bank
Beauty Makeover
Walgreens
Blood Pressure
All of Us Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho, Iota Epsilon Sigma
American Kidney Fund
DC Fire and EMS Department
Eden Good, Inc.
Emerson Clinical Research Institute
Fort Washington Medical Center/Nexus Health
Kaiser Permanente
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Blood Sugar/Blood Glucose
American Kidney Fund
DC Fire and EMS Department
Eden Good, Inc.
Emerson Clinical Research Institute
BMI
"All of Us" Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho, Iota Epsilon Sigma
Eden Good, Inc.
Kaiser Permanente
Taking Effective Action, Inc.
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Body Fat Screening
Caribbean Sounds 5K/10K Training
Eden Good, Inc.
Brain Injuries/Concussions
Brain Injury Association of DC
Breast Health
American Society of Breast Surgeons Foundation
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Cancer Awareness and Information
American Society of Breast Surgeons Foundation
Capitol Area Neuroendocrine Tumor (NETs) Cancer Support Group
Kappa Youth Development Foundation, Inc.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
PCOS Awareness Association
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Career Development
EduSerc
Child Developmental Screenings
DCPS Early Stages – OSSE Strong Start
Child Safety
DC Fire and EMS Department
National Capital Poison Center
Childhood Obesity
100 Black Men of Greater Washington
Children’s Entertainment
Let's Play America
The Charity Carrousel Inc.
WHUT-TV
Chiropractic Screening
Metropolitan Headache and Spine Center
Washington Chiropractic
Washington Integrative Health
Cholesterol Screening
Eden Good, Inc.
Chronic Disease Prevention Information
Taking Effective Action, Inc.
Connective Tissue
Marfan Foundation
Scleroderma Foundation Greater Washington, DC Chapter
Cosmetics
Forever Young
Miracle Fruit Oil
CPR Demonstrations
DC Fire and EMS Department
Prince George's County Fire Department/EMS
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Cryotheraphy
Alpha Cryo
Dental Screening
DC Dental Society Foundation
Eden Good, Inc.
Depression & Anxiety
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Eden Good, Inc.
Kappa Youth Development Foundation, Inc.
PCOS Awareness Association
Volunteers of American Chesapeake
Diabetes Awareness and Prevention
All of Us Sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho, Iota Epsilon Sigma
Fort Washington Medical Center/Nexus Health
Hormone Health Network
Kappa Youth Development Foundation, Inc.
PCOS Awareness Association
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
The Linner Foundation
Vegetarian Society of DC
Domestic Violence Information
DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Prince George's County Family Justice Center
Taking Effective Action, Inc.
Elder Services
Downtown Cluster's Geriatric Day Care Center
Legal Counsel for the Elderly/Senior Medicare Patrol
The Prince George's County Family Justice Center
EMF Radiation Education
DefenderShield
Energy Efficiency
Washington Gas WAFF
WGL Energy
Ergonomics
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Exercise
Disability Partnership
Kaiser Permanente
Family Medicine
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Fertility
Dominion Fertility
Fire Safety & Prevention
DC Fire and EMS Department
Montgomery County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association
Prince George's County Fire Department/EMS
Fitness Clubs
Elite Fitness Pros
Glam Fit Personal Training
Urban Evolution
Flu Shots
Kaiser Permanente
Walgreens
Foot & Ankle Exams
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Foot Assessment
Good Feet
Genetics Consultation
NHGRI (National Human Genome Research Institute)
Glaucoma Screening
Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington
Health Insurance
Office of Health Care Ombudsman and Bill of Rights (DHFC)
Hearing Information
ClearCaptions
Hearing Loss Association of America
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
Hearing Tests
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
Heart Attack Awareness
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Hepatitis Screening
Fort Washington Medical Center
HIV Counseling and Information
Brother to Brother, Sister to Sister
Fort Washington Medical Center
Housing Counseling Services, Inc.
HIV Testing and Prevention
Fort Washington Medical Center
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Hospice
Montgomery Hospice
Hospital
Fort Washington Medical Center/Nexus Health
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Injury Prevention Awareness
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Kidney Function Test
American Kidney Fund
Kidney Health Education
American Kidney Fund
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Knee Exams
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Lasik
TLC Laser Eye Centers
Lung Cancer Patient Support
LUNGevity
Mammography Information
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Medical Library
National Library of Medicine
Medicare/Medicaid
Legal Counsel for the Elderly/Senior Medicare Patrol
Memory Assessment
Eden Good Inc.
Menopause Information
Hormone Health Network
Mental Health Resources & Counseling
Aquila Recovery
CHADD
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, National Capital Area Chapter
DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
EveryMind
Shatterproof: Stronger Than Addiction
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA
Suicide Prevention Alliance of Northern VA
Volunteers of America Chesapeake Inc.
Mobility Impairment
Disability Partnership
Nutrition
100 Black Men of Greater Washington
Disability Partnership
Kaiser Permanente
Vitamin Shoppe
Oral Surgery Information
NOVA OMS
Organ Donation
Donate Life
National Minority Organ Tissue Transplant Education Program
Osteoporosis Screening
Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy
Podiatrist Exams
Foot and Ankle Wellness Center
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Prostate Cancer Exam
Howard University Hospital Cancer
Prostate Cancer Information
Howard University Hospital Cancer
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Shoulder Exams
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Skin Conditions
National Eczema Association
Sleep Analysis
Mattress Warehouse
Smoking Cessation
SlimPatch
Sports Medicine Exams
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Stroke Information
The George Washington University Hospital & The Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Substance Abuse Information
Consumer Action Network
HOPE Therapy and Wellness Center
Narcotics Anonymous: Chesapeake & Potomac Region
NIAAA (NIH)
Shatterproof: Stronger Than Addiction
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA
Suicide Prevention
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, National Capital Area Chapter
EveryMind
Suicide Prevention Alliance of Northern VA
Vascular Health Screenings
Center for Vein Restoration
Maryland Cardiology Associates
Violence Intervention
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Vision Screening
Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington
Visually Impaired
Metropolitan Washington Ear
Weight Management
Overeaters Anonymous
Women's Health/OBGYN Informational Services
Mamatoto Village Inc.
National Coalition of 100 Black Women
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
