Tag: Adult Programming

Mindfulness: Understand and Apply Mindfulness to Daily Life: Thursday, December 12th at 6 PM

In this talk, we will explore what mindfulness is and how it can be practiced in order to achieve a greater sense of well-being. We often struggle with the incessant chatter in our heads that leads to regret, anxiety, fear, or sadness. By taming this “monkey mind”, we can find more peace, and a recognition that we cannot always control what life brings us, but we can control how we… Read more

Film Enthusiast – Upcoming Films on Tuesdays at 1 PM

Are you a Cineaste (an enthusiast for or devotee of movies or filmmaking)? If so, join us as we view award winning films, documentaries, foreign films and modern classics. Watch the feature film and then join the group in giving a ‘thumbs up’ review.  As always, Kleenex will be available for those ‘laugh until you cry’ movie moments. THE UPCOMING FILMS:  *Please note the films are subject to change. December… Read more

The Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting with Liz Barbour: Thursday, December 19th at 6 PM

Learn how to start this healthy lifestyle to improve your health, build muscle, increase stamina, and free up more time for all your favorite projects and activities. Presenter, Liz Barbour will discuss “The Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting”. For the past 6 years, Liz has been coaching and supporting others to start this natural, easy, life altering practice. Liz Barbour has been cooking professionally in the Boston area since 1992… Read more

Italian Conversations Study Group – Tuesdays at 6 PM

This adult study group focuses on practicing speaking Italian by helping each other through shared resources, various activities and games. If you are fluent or are learning the language with a basic understanding of Italian vocab, grammar and verb conjugations (present tense), please come join us to further exercise your Italian the fun way!  … Read more

Let’s Play Mah Jongg ~ (Registration Required) Fridays, 1:00 – 4:30

If you already know how to play Mah Jongg, come join the fun and join us in this strategy-based (plus a bit of luck) game.  Registration is required so please use the online calendar or give us a call. Cozy up in the meeting room of the library, share some laughs, and make some new friends. Studies have shown that Mah Jongg is a great game for keeping the mind… Read more

Craft, Paint & Color (Adults) ~ Mondays from 12:30 – 2:30 PM

  Come unwind, de-stress and create every Monday at 12:30 as we gather to dabble in painting, coloring or creative crafts using oil, acrylic, watercolor, pen and pencil. Individuals work on canvas, wood, sketchpads and coloring books. This nice size group is comprised of folks that are both friendly and creative.  Please register to attend. Research shows that creative activities help you relax. This is an open time so feel… Read more

Make a Boxwood Tree with Felicia Motherway: Monday, December 2nd at 6 PM

Enjoy a fun night out creating a beautiful fresh Boxwood Tree to enjoy over the holidays! The tree is made from fresh boxwood, velvet ribbon, gold balls, berries and natural gypsophila. It makes a great gift and will last for months! A non-refundable materials fee of $50.00 is due at time of registration in the form of cash or check made out to: Felicia Motherway.  Please register at the main… Read more

Talkin Turkeys: Tuesday, November 19th at 6 PM

Learn about turkey biology, behavior, the history of wild turkeys in New Hampshire and the reintroduction of turkeys into the state. The wild turkey population represents one of the greatest wildlife conservation success stories in the state’s history. About the presenter: Andrew Timmins has worked for the NH Fish and Game Department as a wildlife biologist for 30 years.  His career with the agency started in the southwest region of… Read more

Listen to Me: Developing Better Communication and Listening Skills: Thursday, November 21st at 6 PM

Why does it seem that people often talk over each other, or in circles? How can we avoid this by improving how we listen to each other?  This talk will help identify what traps we fall into, and how we can work to overcome them. Presenter, Lizzie Linn has been teaching in higher education for over 15 years. She received her BA in Philosophy/Religion and her MA in Critical and… Read more