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Senior Strength and Conditioning
Mon, March 27, 2023
2:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Join us for a fun fitness class led by Arthur McDaniels.
Yoga at the Library
Tue, March 28, 2023
10:30 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Join us for a free, one-hour class where we will explore breathing, inspiration and relaxation. This class will be adapted to our different abilities and disabilities, especially as we age. Led by Josh Mitteldorf, who has been teaching yoga in the neighborhood since 1982. Dress…
CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop
Wed, March 29, 2023
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West
This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…
Senior Strength and Conditioning
Wed, March 29, 2023
2:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Join us for a fun fitness class led by Arthur McDaniels.
Kids Yoga
Wed, March 29, 2023
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
This class will include 10 minutes of orientation with introductions, and 40 minutes of vinyasa flow. Each class will focus on a peak asana or posture (often referred to as a pose) along with a mindfulness exercise which may include breathing techniques or meditation. A peak asana…
Chair Yoga at the Library
Thu, March 30, 2023
11:30 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Chair Yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance. Chair-based/adaptive yoga offers the same benefits of traditional yoga, like boosting strength, flexibility and mental well-being. The focus of this program is to work with people who may have some…
Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Thu, March 30, 2023
5:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
Chair Yoga
Fri, March 31, 2023
3:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Chair Yoga is a twist on traditional yoga making it accessible for all ages and abilities. The program will be taught by Kate Howell, a certified yoga teacher with over 12 years of experience teaching in the Philadelphia area.
Healthy Eating for Kids
Mon, April 3, 2023
12:15 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
Healthy Eating for Kids – Monday, 4.3 @ 12:15 pm Learn about healthy eating and nutrition while preparing a tasty, healthy snack! This program is presented by Jefferson/Einstein's A Better Start F.U.N. Program. Space may be limited - save your spot by calling…
Free At-Home COVID Test Distribution
Tue, April 4, 2023
2:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
Pick up FREE at-home COVID tests from the Department of Public Health at Fumo Library. No insurance or ID is required. Please call 215-685-5488 or email health.resourcehubs@phila.gov with any questions.
CityLife Clinic: Adult Nutrition Workshop
Wed, April 5, 2023
1:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West
This workshop, led by a registered dietitian, is being offered by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative's Adult and Senior Nutrition Program in conjunction with CityLife Clinics. The Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative (AUNI) is a program of the Netter Center for Community Partnerships at…
Kids Yoga
Wed, April 5, 2023
3:30 P.M.
Andorra Library
This class will include 10 minutes of orientation with introductions, and 40 minutes of vinyasa flow. Each class will focus on a peak asana or posture (often referred to as a pose) along with a mindfulness exercise which may include breathing techniques or meditation. A peak asana…
Yoga for Curious Kids
Wed, April 5, 2023
4:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Children will be guided to explore their capacity for physical and mental balance, strength and flexibility using the tools of movement, mindfulness, conscious breath and relaxation. Music, stories and games using children's creative contributions promote joyful engagement with skill…
Teen Yoga
Wed, April 5, 2023
5:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
These vinyasa yoga sessions will concentrate on breath work, yoga poses, movement and strength. All levels are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, towel, or a blanket. Meets April 5, 12 & 26; May 3, 10 & 17. Attend one time, or all the time.
Stop the Bleed
Wed, April 5, 2023
5:30 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Death due to traumatic bleeding can occur in less than 5 minutes. In under 1 hour, you can learn to save a life. Individuals will receive formal Stop the Bleed training, which includes a presentation followed by hands-on practice of applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a…
Chair Yoga at the Library
Thu, April 6, 2023
11:30 A.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Chair Yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance. Chair-based/adaptive yoga offers the same benefits of traditional yoga, like boosting strength, flexibility and mental well-being. The focus of this program is to work with people who may have some…
Meditation Club for Adults (Virtual)
Thu, April 6, 2023
5:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Let's meditate together! We will explore various modalities of meditation in this ongoing program. Meditation has many benefits. It can reduce stress, help control anxiety, improve sleep and emotional health, and may reduce blood pressure and help control pain. Our…
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Mon, April 10, 2023
12:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
A representative from the Frazier Family Coalition for Stroke Prevention Initiative will be at the library doing free blood pressure screenings. They will be on the library's main floor from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Stop in, no registration is needed. Know your numbers!
Stop the Bleed. Save a Life.
Mon, April 10, 2023
2:00 P.M.
West Oak Lane Library
Death due to traumatic bleeding can occur in less than 5 minutes. In one hour, you can learn to save a life. In response to increased violence throughout Philadelphia an experienced RN will teach non-medical individuals the proper steps to aid an injured person until help arrives. This…
Yoga
Mon, April 10, 2023
6:00 P.M.
Katharine Drexel Library
Participants will explore basic yoga poses and meditation techniques to relieve stress, increase flexibility, strength, stamina, and balance. For all ages. Please bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.