For the remainder of the year, all our programming will be held virtually via Zoom. Sign up for the Adult Events email list to be notified of new programs.
Events hosted via Zoom require you to download Zoom software to your computer or the app to your mobile device, links to all of which can be found here. Always register so we can send you instructions to join. If you need help setting up Zoom, email demacirc@bccls.org
Stress and Anxiety Management – Monday, August 24 from 7pm to 8pm – Join Dr. Jonathan D Friedman and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jennifer Surak from Baker Street Behavioral Health for a discussion about stress and anxiety reduction/management for parents and families during the COVID pandemic. Additional topics will include back to school and how parents and children can adjust. This Interactive presentation will provide the opportunity for discussion and Q&A. Parents and guardians are encouraged to ask questions!
Restorative Yoga & Guided Meditation with Karen Noel – Thursdays from 11am to 12pm – Seasoned yoga practitioner Karen Noel will take you through a series of held yoga postures and easy-to-perform breathing and visualization techniques. You can count on a relaxing, rejuvenating experience! Wear loose fitted clothing. Eat a light breakfast. You’ll need a mat, towels, or blanket.
Knitting Club – Wednesday, August 5 and Wednesday, August 19 at 7:30pm – While the library is closed, meetings will be held via Zoom. Email demarestknitters@outlook.com to receive a link to join.
ESL from Home – Are you interested in practicing English from home? Email orla.cassidy@demarest.bccls.org
Adult Book Club – NO MEETING IN AUGUST – For the September meeting, the book club is doing a James Baldwin Project! Between now and September 10, read any book by James Baldwin and/or Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own by Eddie S. Glaude.