Watch Meteorologist Roger Hill and presenters Pauline Nolte and Judi Byron share their most recent trips to the bottom of the world!
Recorded on 6/25/2024 by Orca Media l Video runtime: 1:08:19
In the video, Roger Hill addresses climate change, the shrinking ice shelf, declining penguin population and much more.
Pauline and Judi share stunning photos of glaciers, icebergs, whales, seals and of course, penguins!
Don’t miss Judi’s Polar Plunge!
Silent Reading Party
Saturday, August 17th @ 10:30AM at the CCC Camp Charles Smith trailhead.
Bring a book, a chair, and maybe some bug repellent!
We’ll read quietly for about an hour then pause and share something about our books.
You Can Get Here from There
Artwork Memories by Pauline Chiew Nolte
Tuesday, August 20th at 6:30 PM in the Library’s Cafe
Pauline’s artwork has been gracing the library’s café and upstairs walls for the past month, and she will be offering up an explanation of “You Can Get Here from There!” sharing her memories from public housing to a hilltop chalet.
She will “Start from There” with her memories captured in black and white photographs taken by her father in her childhood home, complemented by watercolor paintings of subjects full of Asian symbolism and end with “Here I Am!”
Another stop in the Journey of Life!
Qi Gong for Vitality & Peace
Tuesdays from 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Last session is July 30th!
In the Library garden. In case of rain, we will meet in the SAL Room.
Wake up your qi (your circulating life force in Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM) with this 9 week summer series with Judi Byron in the Library’s Garden.
Based on a form learned from Robert Peng, Judi will lead participants through various movements designed to move the body in both powerful and restorative ways.
Activate your energy centers and enhance qi flow with this lovely series. Register with judi@waterburypubliclibrary.com.
Autumn Watercolor with Pauline
Tuesdays, beginning August 6th and running until November 12th in the SAL Room from 10:30-12:30.
To register email judi@waterburypubliclibrary.com.
CLASSES ARE FREE AND SUPPLIES PROVIDED FOR BEGINNERS.
Pauline will provide instruction and demonstration, with opportunity for independent work.
For Beginners and Experienced Artists alike.
Chair Yoga with Instructor Diana Whitney.
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM.
No class on July 17th.
No experience needed. All levels welcome to this low-stress, energetic class.
The chair provides stability and balance, and allows movement without fear.
All are welcome, experienced practitioners and newbies alike!
REGISTER HERE:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-6prj4jHd1jfaZQAM1jQXgcP6WzcBXU
In the meantime click here to see all the videos Diana has recorded over the last year and 1/2. Enjoy! Read more
Wednesdays at Noon: July 31st, August 14th
Balance out energetic summer activities with gentle stretching, guided mindfulness, and restorative rest. Soothe neck, wrists, and shoulder gardening muscles, release low-back & hips, and cultivate a strong bridge between body and mind.
Register at:
https://schedulewithmindfulmovementwithbecky.as.me/WLYOGA
All levels welcome, bring a mat and any props that may add comfort to your practice.
Shade is limited – sunscreen & a water bottle suggested.
In case of rain, stay tuned.
Friends of the Waterbury Public Library Pop-Up Book Sales
August 15th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm weather permitting.
Waterbury Farmers Market @ Rusty Parker Park!
The Friends of the Waterbury Public Library will be selling books and puzzles at the Waterbury Farmers Market to raise funds for our library, as long as the weather cooperates. Stop by to browse and say hello!
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
with Pauline Nolte
This session will run on Fridays from August 2nd to November 15th from 10:30-11:30 in the SAL Room.
This low impact and evidenced-based program will help keep:
· joints flexible,
· muscles strong, and
· increase energy!
· It can improve sleep, decrease pain, and improve overall well-being.
For more information contact Anne Greshin at (802) 241-4840.
Register onsite or preregister at https://tiny.cc/cvcoawellness.
Fiber Arts Friday: Open Fiber Social
2nd Friday of each month.
From Noon – 2:00 PM in the Sal room.
Fiber Crafters are welcome to bring their projects and a snack or lunch. All fiber arts are welcome whether you knit, crochet, weave, needle felt or practice another type of fiber craft. This supportive, non-competitive gathering is for fiber crafters of all kinds.
