Event kicks off 8-week health challenge

"Get Energized," the kickoff event for the 8-Week Healthy Lifestyle Challenge, will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 18 at the Ventura College Theatre, 4667 Telegraph Road, Ventura.

Tickets are $10 and 100 percent of the net profit will benefit the St . John's Healthcare Foundation.

The evening will feature motivational speakers and performances aimed "to inspire."

The Healthy Lifestyle Challenge program is open to all ages. The cost is $29.95 and includes a ticket to the "Get Energized" event.

The program speakers include Dr. Henry Montes of St. John's , the Rev. Lonnie McCowan from Solid Rock Christian Center, and Robert Ferguson, a motivational speaker and weight loss expert.

Mavericks Gym, Total Woman, Mavericks Sports and Karen Hermanson of Arthur Murray Dance Studio will provide performances.

To purchase tickets and register for the challenge, call (805) 642-8440 or visit www.dietfreelife.com.