Tag: Friends of the Library

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

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

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

A Dramatic Recital of The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe with Jeffrey Zygmont: Thursday, October 24th at 6 PM

More than 175 years after its first publication, the poem The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe remains both a masterwork of American literature and an entertaining adventure in horror. Enrich your Halloween season by experiencing a dramatic recital of The Raven by author and poet Jeffrey Zygmont.  Jeff brings the 18 stanzas to life by emphasizing Poe’s inventive and ingenious language that draws listeners to the poem’s chilling conclusion –… Read more

Spirits of New England with Dustin Pari: Tuesday, October 22nd at 6 PM

Join us for Spirits of New England.  Being a New England native has allowed Dustin to investigate some very interesting places rich with local history and folklore. This lecture chronicles some of his favorite New England investigations that he has been a part of. It even touches upon a legend with local roots that has become a world-wide phenomenon. A great bit of local history colored with some chilling tales… Read more

Creative Visualization ~ Thursday, 9/5 at 6 PM

Creative Visualization is a form of meditation which replaces any unconscious negative responses to life with positive healing imaging to create greater mental, emotional and physical wellness. Come learn how it all works and then participate in a guided visualization.… Read more

2024 Summer Concert Series ~ Boston City Rhythm ~ Thursday, 7/11 at 6 PM

Fronted by the dynamic music duo known as Birch Hill (Jim Zaroulis on keys and Jenn Zaroulis on vox), Boston City Rhythm brings the full band experience to life in a big way. With powerhouse players and vocals, BCR (Boston City Rhythm) delivers hit music crossing decades and genres, promising something for everyone. Join us in the courtyard for an evening of energetic music from the 70’s through today’s pop… Read more

2024 Summer Concert Series ~ Relative Soul ~ Thursday, 7/25/24 at 6 PM

Join us for Relative Soul, a charismatic band serving the Greater Boston area. Rock to the sounds of 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and right up to the best of today’s music. Don’t miss them! We suggest that in the event of rain, you please check the library website for updates. Hosted by the Friends of the Kimball Library who would like to thank the George Family Charities for its generous sponsorship.… Read more