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W.I.S.E. Wellness for Seniors

Understanding the Changes Associated with Aging

2024-08-28 13:30:00 2024-08-28 15:30:00 America/New_York W.I.S.E. Wellness for Seniors This six week course* will focus on empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices. This series is in partnership with REAL Services. *Attendees only need to register once Francis Branch - Classroom B

Wednesday, August 28
1:30pm - 3:30pm

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Francis Branch

Classroom B

This six week course* will focus on empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices. This series is in partnership with REAL Services. *Attendees only need to register once

TO REGISTER AFTER SEPTEMBER 1:

Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people?
The W.I.S.E. (Wellness Initiative for Senior Education) program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Presented by REAL Services, Inc.
Join us for this fun program, where you will meet new people and:

  • Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choices
  • Celebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with it
  • Discuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid to stay healthy
  • Examine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications affect seniors differently and how you can avoid problems
  • Learn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receive

AGE GROUP: | Seniors |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness |

Francis Branch
Phone: 574-282-4641
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Mon, Jul 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed
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Features: two public meeting rooms, public computers, wireless laptops for in-house use, outdoor patio

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Book Talks
Tue, Jul 28, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
The Pasture Room
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Come join us for Book Talks! This book club meets in person on the last Tuesday of every month. Be a part of the discussion by sharing your review of your current reads!
Pokemon Party!
Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Pasture Room
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Play, trade, win. Catch ‘em all! Make a Pokemon themed craft, target pokemon in the live action catch encounter space, and play with other enthusiasts. All level players welcome.
Free Health Screenings - Courtesy of the St. Joseph County Department of Health
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!
Circuits: Explore Electricity - STEAM Lab
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Pasture Room
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Learn how electrons flow through conductors to create electricity. Work together to make a giant circuit, build Squishy Circuits and Snap Circuits. One hour program; ages 8–12 recommended.
Embroidery Sampler Bonanza! - Crafting Connections
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
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Sit and stitch with us at the Library! You’ll learn basics like setting up a hoop and threading needles and embroidery stitches of all shapes and sizes: straight, decorative, and knots.
The Green Dragon - A Fantasy Book Club
Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
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Do you love fantasy literature, or are you hoping to expand your reading world? Join us at The Green Dragon, a fantasy book club hosted at the Francis Branch.
Book Talks
Tue, Aug 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
The Pasture Room
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Come join us for Book Talks! This book club meets in person on the last Tuesday of every month. Be a part of the discussion by sharing your review of your current reads!
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