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Mental Health Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month
Resources provided by Kassy, Librarian at Northwest Library and Sheldon, Librarian in Special Collections
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we are sharing mental health resources in our monthly podcast:
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Learn Something New
Tim, Central Information ServicesIt’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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Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.
The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.
Kiddos will learn unique ways they can approach gardening and creativity with everyday items on hand.
This class will be led by Crystal Walker, The Compost Fairy.
As summer winds down and the leaves start to change color, it's time for us young gardeners to get ready for our fall garden adventure!
Come explore the ART of tea making, tea culture, and herbs you can use to create your own tea blends!
Gabrielle Reyes with BlackSoil Urban Farm will be teaching the class about teas and herb benefits from consuming them.
Seniors stay active and independent! SAIL is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and improve activities for daily living.
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