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Self Care for South Philly | Lip Balm Making
Mon, March 9, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Whitman Library
Start your year with self-care make and take workshops at your library! Learn how to transform kitchen herbs into nourishing lip balm! This series is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
PDPH Overdose Awareness and Reversal Training
Mon, March 9, 2020
6:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
With Philadelphia, and the nation, in the grips of an opioid overdose crisis, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is now offering FREE training on overdose awareness and overdose reversal using naloxone, or Narcan. This training will teach you concrete actions you can take to help…
BAE Cafe: Breastfeeding Awareness & Empowerment
Tue, March 10, 2020
5:00 P.M.
Kingsessing Library
BAE (Breastfeeding Awareness and Empowerment) Cafe is a free breastfeeding support group for expecting parents and breastfeeding parents led by Jabina Coleman, LSW, MSW, IBCLC. Meet up with other parents, and receive the lastest breastfeeding information from a Lactation Consultant! Meet up with…
Healthy Foods are Tasty!
Wed, March 11, 2020
4:00 P.M.
Frankford Library
“Healthy Foods are Tasty!” program, the 2nd Weds of the month at 4pm. For children ages 8 and up, caregivers welcome. Learn about nutrition and healthy food from a registered dietician. Create a healthy snack!
Perfect Paraits
Wed, March 11, 2020
6:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Want an excuse to eat a yummy treat? Come make your own delicious and nutritious parfait with us. There will be a variety of ingredients to choose from (all healthy of course) and you will be making them in a reusable mason jar that you will be taking home. Space may be…
Weekly Warm-up and Form Class – Tai Chi Chuan
Thu, March 12, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Yang Style Form and gentle warm ups for health and well-being. Appropriate for beginner, novice and intermediate students. No previous training required.
Tai Chi for Adults with Darrell Bryant
Thu, March 12, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
A healthy and stress relieving break in the middle of your day: Tai Chi for Adults with Darrel Bryant, instructor. Meets most Thursdays through June
A Taste of African Heritage Cooking Class
Thu, March 12, 2020
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Learn traditional African dishes that will connect you with your cultural roots. All participants will receive the Taste of African Heritage cookbook to bring the recipes home! For more information, visit philasd.org/nutrition
Yoga in the BRIC
Fri, March 13, 2020
10:00 A.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
at
Parkway Central Library
This class will hold the space for you to relax, integrate, and rest deep within yourself. Beginners at yoga as well as those who have yoga experience are welcome. The class will begin with breath and centering exercises to move into mindfulness and to draw the senses inward. We'll…
Meditation Workshop
Sat, March 14, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
In this eight-session workshop we will explore various modalities of meditation, which has many benefits. Meditation reduces stress, controls anxiety, improves sleep and emotional health. It may also reduce blood pressure and help control pain. It is encouraged, but not required to…
Mindful Meditation
Mon, March 16, 2020
1:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Ground your mind and body with Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga. Spend a peaceful half-hour with a guided meditation. Chair Yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. Groups must call to register before attending.
Chair Yoga
Mon, March 16, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Ground your mind and body with Chair Yoga. Chair Yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. *Groups or agencies are requested to call in advance.
Kids Yoga
Mon, March 16, 2020
4:00 P.M.
South Philadelphia Library
A free yoga class for school age children hosted by Roots2Rise Yoga. Wear comfortable clothing to move in. Mats will be provided. Register with Link at 215-685-1866 or here: https://forms.gle/FQa2TsXc9w19EKeSA
EveryBODY Yoga for Adults
Tue, March 17, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
All bodies. All abilities. With Roots2Rise. Please wear comfortable clothing. Mats will be provided and you are welcome to bring your own. We'll meet most Tuesdays, through April 28.
Chair Yoga
Wed, March 18, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Center your body and mind and improve balance in this FREE yoga class led by a certified instructor. All levels and abilities are welcome. Presented by Blue Cross.
ShopRite Presents: Healthy Eating
Wed, March 18, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Torresdale Library
McMenamin ShopRite's Dietician Nikita will be here to show us how to cook healthier! New topic each month. Program lasts approximately 90 minutes, and space is limited.
Perfect Paraits
Wed, March 18, 2020
3:30 P.M.
Widener Library
Want an excuse to eat a yummy treat? Come make your own delicious and nutritious parfait with us. There will be a variety of ingredients to choose from (all healthy of course) and you will be making them in a reusable mason jar that you will be taking home. Space may be…
A Healthier Happy Hour with Joy Manning
Wed, March 18, 2020
6:00 P.M.
Culinary Literacy Center
at
Parkway Central Library
Food and health writer Joy Manning leads attendees through hosting a healthier happy hour at home with non-alcoholic drinks and vegan foods. If getting together with friends after work is supposed to be fun, why can happy hour often make you feel crummy the next day? It might be the alcohol and…
Mindfulness Meditation
Thu, March 19, 2020
10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Learn how to reduce stress, increase energy, and attention in this one-hour workshop with Deborah Cooper. The benefits accrue with practice. Ms. Cooper has been teaching Mindfulness Meditation for over a decade.
Tai Chi for Adults with Darrell Bryant
Thu, March 19, 2020
2:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
A healthy and stress relieving break in the middle of your day: Tai Chi for Adults with Darrel Bryant, instructor. Meets most Thursdays through June