Black Family History: Digging Down and Owning Up (Virtual program)

Date: 
Sat, 02/06/2021 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Finding the roots of Warwick's African American ancestors can be a challenging but rewarding pursuit.  Join three researchers who are exploring the lives of African enslaved persons connected to their family tree.  Researchers include Leah Rogne, Professor Emerita of Sociology at Minnesota State University who is researching a runaway slave from the Seward family; Sherri Bruen, whose Garrison connections are gradually coming to light by using wills and other documents; and David Dolson, who is tracing and coming to terms with his slave-owning ancestors.

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A New Light on Tiffany

Date: 
Tue, 01/12/2021 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Explore the New-York Historical Society’s collection of Tiffany lamps - one of the world’s largest and most encyclopedic - and the intricate techniques that created them with this interactive virtual presentation. View masterpieces of this elegant American art form and hear the personal stories of head designer Clara Driscoll and her team of “Tiffany Girls,” whose contributions were nearly forgotten by history.  Also join the Library's book discussion of "Clara and Mr.



             
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Circle of Voices Poetry Discussion

Date: 
Wed, 02/03/2021 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Join Laurie Byro and the Circle of Voices Poetry Discussion as we enter our 23rd year.  For our first lively session at Albert Wisner Public Library - via Zoom - we will welcome new members in a meet-and-greet.  Let's talk poetry!  Each attendee is asked to bring one or two poems, either famous or unfamiliar to the group, that represent who they are or how they perceive the world.  Need help?  The Library can recommend lots of poets and poetry books:  Mary Oliver, Billy Collins, W.H.



             
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Among Us, hosted by DJ

Date: 
Sat, 11/14/2020 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm
Contact: 
Teen Advisor Karen Lee at klee@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Teen

Can you stay alive to complete your tasks, and guess who the imposter is without being killed?  Our teen volunteer DJ hosts Among Us for up to 10 players.  You must have the game downloaded on your phone or computer.  Register to get the link.



             
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Chair Yoga with Sara Gallmann

Date: 
Wed, 01/20/2021 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support.  It is beneficial if you are a beginner or have limited mobility. Sara Gallman is a health and wellness professional who has been teaching yoga and fitness classes for 35 years.  Please register for each session individually (1/6, 1/13, 1/20 and 1/27)



             
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Chair Yoga with Sara Gallmann

Date: 
Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Contact: 
Library Help Desk 986-1047 menu option 3
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support.  It is beneficial if you are a beginner or have limited mobility. Sara Gallman is a health and wellness professional who has been teaching yoga and fitness classes for 35 years.  Please register for each session individually (1/6, 1/13, 1/20 and 1/27)



      
      
  
  

Chair Yoga with Sara Gallmann

Date: 
Wed, 01/06/2021 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Contact: 
Library Help Desk 986-1047 menu option 3
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support.  It is beneficial if you are a beginner or have limited mobility.



             
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Chair Yoga with Sara Gallmann

Date: 
Wed, 12/09/2020 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Contact: 
Help Desk @ 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support.  It is beneficial if you are a beginner or have limited mobility. Sara Gallman is a health and wellness professional who has been teaching yoga and fitness classes for 35 years.  Please register for each session individually (12/2, 12/9 and 12/16)



             
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Chair Yoga with Sara Gallmann

Date: 
Wed, 12/02/2020 - 9:00am to 10:00am
Contact: 
Help Desk 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support.  It is beneficial if you are a beginner or have limited mobility. Sara Gallman is a health and wellness professional who has been teaching yoga and fitness classes for 35 years.  Please register for each session individually (12/2, 12/9 and 12/16).



             
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Exploring Your Roots: Basic Tools for Family History Research

Date: 
Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Contact: 
Help Desk 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Age Group: 
Adult
Teen

Join genealogist Eric Migdal in a Zoom virtual program to learn how to use some of the basic tools for tracing your family tree.  The one-hour session will cover the basics of Ancestry.com Library Edition, FamilySearch, and Fold3 to find census, birth, death, marriage, military service and other basic records.

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