Slow down and learn to be present in the moment. Make and enjoy a lovely cup of tea in a very mindful way. Your kit includes some different varieties of tea, honey straws, and an instruction sheet to guide you through the process.
Members of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will teach you how to make lovely traditional lotus flower lanterns using colorful paper and wire frames. All materials will be provided in advance; registrants will be called to pick up a package of materials at the Library. Instruction on how to make the lantern will take place on Zoom. Registrants will receive the Zoom link in advance; be sure to provide your correct email address when registering.
Use Mod Podge & tissue paper to redecorate a votive candle holder. Then light up your battery operated candle & enjoy!
Surrender to the smooth, soulful and jazzy groves of Library favorite Rhonda Denet, in a live performance of Aretha Franklin hits. Register to receive the link to view this entertaining concert.
Use Rice Krispy Treats, Fruit Roll-Ups and more to create 2 kinds of candy sushi.
Carol Ann Duffy became the Poet Laureate of the UK, succeeding Andrew Motion and Ted Hughes, in 2009. She was the first woman to hold the post in its 350-year history. Find out why, when Circle of Voices discusses this amusing Scottish poet on Wednesday, April 14 at 6:30p.m on Zoom. Poems to be discussed may be either picked up at the Help Desk or emailed. Don’t see your favorite? April is National Poetry Month! Bring a poem of hers to share; ask at the Help Desk for assistance. Laurie Byro has 6 books of poetry published between 2015 and 2020. All may be checked out at AWPL, or bor
Do you play Animal Crossing? Do you like Shrinky Dinks? Combine the 2 to make this adorable Animal Crossing Key Chain complete with recipie card bottle, bells, fossils and more!
Weave a 4 or 6 sided God's Eye to hang in your room. Come to the library to pick your colors then watch the video to learn how.
Traditionally, a God’s Eye is a spiritual symbol, and the weaving process is reflective and meditative. The points of a God’s Eye represent the four elements of nature: earth, fire, air and water, and the center of the ornament represents the eye of God, and is believed to have the power to see and understand things that the human eye cannot.
This course will include an in-depth exploration of mindfulness, with an emphasis on how the practice of mindfulness can help steady us when life feels unstable. With a steadier mind, we can begin to relax into each moment, free from regret and worry. Each class will include guided meditation practice, teaching and Q & A, as well as optional homework. It is recommended, though not required, that you attend all three classes if possible. Please register for each session separately.
