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Welcome to the Wellness Maricopa Events page! Below are the monthly events happening across the district.
Events are listed by Month. Each month will have a variety of designations (e.g., blood donor month) along with links to websites for more information about those items. Most recent events are listed at the top of the page.
Each event will have a date, location, and time, and to the right of that information, you will see a "click here for more information" button, which will lead you to a flier about the event. On the flyer, you will find registration and contact information.
Your health is important. Take a moment to check out the Wellness Happenings across the district.
August 2026
August 2026
August
Free Community Health & Wellness Events
Free Community Health & Wellness Events
Greater Phoenix Area Farmer's Markets - multiple dates, times, and locations
Gilbert Farmer's Market at CGCC - most Saturdays throughout the year, 7:00 - 11:00 a.m.
American Red Cross August Blood Drive - Donate blood to the Red Cross between August 1 - 31, 2026, and receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card
Cooking Demo - Foods for Fitness: Working up an Appetite - August 1, 2026, 1 - 2 p.m.
Restorative Yoga by Dignity Health - August 5, 12, 19, 26 (every Wednesday) from 5-6 p.m.
FitPHX Morning Yoga - August 8, 9 - 10 a.m. Register in advance
August
3, 4, 5
GateWay Massage Clinics
GateWay Massage Clinics
GWC - Central City Campus
1245 E. Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034
GWC - Deer Valley Campus
2931 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85053
All massages for this clinic are two-hour massages and cost just $20. (You do not have to utilize both hours, but you cannot split your appointment and share it with someone else.)
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Complete the Social Attestation Form to earn 100 pts
August
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Meditation Mondays
Meditation Mondays
Hosted by GateWay Community College
Join via Google Meet on Mondays* from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Join Kerry Sanderson at Gateway for some relaxing meditation every Monday. No experience is required.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Attend when you can.
No registration required.
August
4, 11, 18, 25
GratiTuesday Gratefulness
GratiTuesday Gratefulness
Hosted by GateWay Community College
Join via Google Meet on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday is the perfect day to give yourself some gratitude or to send graceful feelings toward others.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Attend when you can.
No registration required.
August
6, 11, 20, 27
Registration Required
RFL Resources for Living Webinars
RFL Resources for Living Webinars
Districtwide
August 6, 12 - 1 p.m., How small changes can lead to big results
August 11, 12 - 12:15 p.m., 15-minute recharge: Emotional intelligence in relationships
August 20, 12 - 12:15 p.m., 15-minute recharge: Relationship values check-in
August 27, 12 - 12:30 p.m., Supporting school-age children
WIC Qualifying Events if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
August
17
VIRTA Support Group
VIRTA Support Group
Districtwide - An inclusive group for both Virta members and those exploring Virta
Monday, August 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
No Registration Required
August
19
Learn Personify Health: Activate Your Wellness Journey
Learn Personify Health: Activate Your Wellness Journey
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. AZ Time
Are you new to the Personify Health platform or simply need a refresh? Join this event to learn a few easy ways to get started earning points and activating your wellness journey!
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
August
26
Virta Explained:
What it is, How it Works, and What you Get
Virta Explained:
What it is, How it Works, and What you Get
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. AZ Time
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Advanced Registration Required.
August
28
MetLife Money Matters Webinar: Moving Forward in a Changing World
MetLife Money Matters Webinar: Moving Forward in a Changing World
Friday, August 28, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. AZ Time
This workshop explores three key steps you can take to prepare for unexpected events: build an emergency fund, determine your risk tolerance, and maximize your employee benefits.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Advanced Registration Required.
August
31
Registration Required
Sight on Site at Rio Salado College
Sight on Site at Rio Salado College
Monday, August 31, 2026
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Schedule your time today in an available slot.
WIC Qualifying Events if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
September
September
September
Free Community Health & Wellness Events
Free Community Health & Wellness Events
Greater Phoenix Area Farmer's Markets - multiple dates, times, and locations
Gilbert Farmer's Market at CGCC - most Saturdays throughout the year, 7:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Parkinson’s Support Group - September 5, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Fuel Your Body: Discover the Power of Healthy Food - September 5, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Abilities Expo Phoenix 2026 - September 11-13
FitPHX Morning Yoga - September 12, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Wellness on the Green - September 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Community GONA (Gathering of Native Americans) focused on healing, connection, and wellness - September 12, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Gentle Yoga - September 19, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Kid in the Corner 4th Annual Mental Health Matters AZ Conference - September 26, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
September
1
Registration Required
Sight on Site at Rio Salado College
Sight on Site at Rio Salado College
Monday, August 31, 2026
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Schedule your time today in an available slot.
WIC Qualifying Events if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
September
14, 21, 28
Meditation Mondays
Meditation Mondays
Hosted by GateWay Community College
Join via Google Meet on Mondays* from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Join Kerry Sanderson at Gateway for some relaxing meditation every Monday. No experience is required.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Attend when you can.
No registration required.
September
1, 8, 15, 22, 29
GratiTuesday Gratefulness
GratiTuesday Gratefulness
Hosted by GateWay Community College
Join via Google Meet on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday is the perfect day to give yourself some gratitude or to send graceful feelings toward others.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Attend when you can.
No registration required.
September
3, 10, 17, 22
Registration Required
RFL Resources for Living Webinars
RFL Resources for Living Webinars
Districtwide
Sept. 3 (Thurs), 3:00 - 3:15 p.m., 15-minute recharge: Creating more harmony at work
Sept. 10 (Thurs), 3:00 - 3:15 p.m., 15-minute recharge: A guided visualization experience
Sept 17 (Thurs), 3:00 - 3:30 p.m., 30-minute: Developing resilience daily
Sept 22 (Tues), 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., Managing the Mental Load
WIC Qualifying Events if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
September
10
Registration Required
MetLife Financial Wellness Webinar: Understanding Life and Disability Income Insurance
MetLife Financial Wellness Webinar: Understanding Life and Disability Income Insurance
Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. AZ Time
How much insurance do you need? Which type of insurance is best for you? If you’re unsure, you’re not alone.
In this workshop, you will learn:
The different types of insurance and what type is best for different situations
How to determine your insurance needs, if any
What actions and next steps you can take
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Advanced Registration Required.
Sept.
16
VIRTA 101: Eat Your Way To Better Health
VIRTA 101: Eat Your Way To Better Health
Districtwide - An inclusive group for both Virta members and those exploring Virta
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Registration Required
Sept.
18
Pre-Retirement Kick-Off Event
Pre-Retirement Kick-Off Event
Districtwide
Friday, September 18, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Doors open with continental breakfast at 8 a.m., and the program itself begins at 8:30 a.m.
Rio Salado Conference Center, 2323 W. 14th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
No Advanced Registration Required
This Kick-Off Event is an in-person event.
There will not be a hybrid or virtual attendance option for September 18.
Sept.
18
Exploring Care and Support Services
Presented by the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association
Exploring Care and Support Services
Presented by the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association
Districtwide
Friday, September 18, 2026, from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Sept.
21
VIRTA Support Group
VIRTA Support Group
Districtwide - An inclusive group for both Virta members and those exploring Virta
Monday, September 21, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
No Registration Required
Sept.
22
Learn Personify Health: Activate Your Wellness Journey
Learn Personify Health: Activate Your Wellness Journey
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. AZ Time
Are you new to the Personify Health platform or simply need a refresh? Join this event to learn a few easy ways to get started earning points and activating your wellness journey!
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Sept.
22
GateWay Massage Clinics
GateWay Massage Clinics
GWC - Central City Campus
1245 E. Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034
GWC - Deer Valley Campus
2931 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85053
All massages for this clinic are two-hour massages and cost just $20. (You do not have to utilize both hours, but you cannot split your appointment and share it with someone else.)
WIC Qualifying Event if enrolled in an MCCCD Medical Plan and registered with the Personify Health Platform.
Complete the Social Attestation Form to earn 100 pts
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