Busy week ahead at Iola Public Library

Iola Public Library programs this week focus on family fun and keeping healthy. 

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December 7, 2022 - 4:47 PM

Tuesday offers one of each. At 1 p.m. Clara Wicoff, Southwind Extension, hosts a program on Everyday Mindfulness. 

The term “mindfulness” is everywhere these days. She will explain what it is and how you can incorporate it in everyday life to control stress. 

At 6:30 p.m. lights dim for a free family movie starring Will Ferrell. 

There’s no fee, but pre-registration is required for a ticket. Refreshments will be served.  

Register by calling 365-3262.

Wednesday Santa arrives at 10:30 a.m. to read  “The Night Before Christmas” for Library Littles storytime. 

Then at 6 p.m., Casey Godinez, healthy-heart specialist from Thrive, will help those with hypertension celebrate the season and keep on track. She will discuss healthy snacks and offer tips for healthy choices while dining away from home.

Healthy Cooking for the Holidays is scheduled in the meeting room Friday at 2 p.m.  Wicoff will return to explain how to reduce the large amounts of fat and sugar usually found in holiday recipes. 

She will show how a little planning and a few simple changes can result in tasty but healthier dishes. 

lso at 2 p.m., in the lounge area of the main library, Elle Dominquez will read Christmas stories for children, from her collection of vintage Little Golden Books. 

Regular Monday night programs continue. Chess Club meets at 6  o’clock; In Stitches crochet meets at 6:30.

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