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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

Add to Calendar 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

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
Branch manager
Tisa Birdette

Hours
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Mon, Mar 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 15 Closed

About the branch

Features: two public meeting rooms, public computers, wireless laptops for in-house use, outdoor patio

Upcoming events

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Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Thu, Mar 12, 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 by the Francis Branch.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 17, 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!

Tue, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
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Pick up a crow quill pen, dip it in ink, and learn the fine art of hand lettering. Participants will try a variety of calligraphic exercises and styles!

Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 24, 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!

Wed, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Pasture Room
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Play video games and experience our VR headset in a glowing blacklight atmosphere. Test your skills at mini golf, enjoy light snacks, and hang out with friends. For ages 12–18.

Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 31, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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!

Tue, Mar 31, 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!

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
Do you love... more
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 by the Francis Branch.

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:35pm
The Pasture Room
This... more
This six-week course will focus on empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices. This series is in partnership with REAL Services.
Register

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
Meet... more
Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Francis Branch,The Pasture Room,The Silo Room
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Enjoy story time with storytellers and music, or walk the storybook trail. Tell your own story with photos, puppets, magnet poetry, or record your family stories. Fun for all ages!

Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 2:35pm
The Pasture Room
This... more
This six-week course will focus on empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices. This series is in partnership with REAL Services.
Register

Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
Meet... more
Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
Enjoy... more
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.