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Health and Wellness

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The Metropolitan Library System provides access to a wide variety of health and wellness information and resources. Whether you prefer exploring our physical and digital collections, attending health and wellness programs, or need to connect with outside trustworthy organizations and sites, we are dedicated to help you find what you need to make informed decisions about your health and wellness. 

 

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Learn Something New

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It’s a new year. Some of us have made resolutions, and many of us have already broken them. To help you get back on track, we’re here with suggestions to learn something new this year and solutions for how we can help. 

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Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Planning Your Fall Garden

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Luther Library
Registration
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

In this class, we'll delve into the art and science of planning a vibrant and productive autumn garden that thrives well into the cooler months. This class is perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to maximize their harvest

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Natural Dyes for Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Gabrielle Reyes, from BlackSoil Urban Farm will be teaching the class how to use plants and herbs to create nontoxic, safe, natural dyes!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness / Salud Total

5:15pm - 6:30pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas.

Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org. Mayores de 18 años pueden participar.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

A fun and simple DIY Craft.  Building a little beach scene terrarium using fake succulents to simulate a sandy beach. Items included are, seashells, fishing net, pebbles and a message in a bottle.

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Mobile Market Outreach

9:00am - 10:30am
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Meet and assist OCCHD representatives as well as handing out flyers and other information regarding Almonte events, programing, and community related information.

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