Watercolor painting class slated Wednesday at Ansonia Senior Center

ANSONIA - Looking for something to do to beat the heat? 

Try some watercolor painting, this Wednesday, July 15 at 1 p.m. at the Ansonia Senior Center. $5 donation for a fun time with friends and watercolors! 

Please call 203-736-5933 to register.

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page. 

Yoga class slated at Seymour Community Center

 

Ansonia Senior Center to host free Heart Health Workshop

 

Yoga & Wellness program slated at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

Date: May 6 and 20

Time: 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Yin Yoga is a form of yoga that combines ancient Asian and Indian philosophy.

In this class, grounded poses will be held for 3-5 minutes paired with deep breathing, allowing the fascia tissue of the joints to get a nice stretch. An extended savasana will be enjoyed at the end, accompanied by the calming sounds of singing bowls.

This class is designed to be beginner friendly.

Please bring water, a blanket, and any other props you think you may need. Yoga mats are not required, as the library has a set, but bring your own mat if you wish.

Registration required. There are three ways to register.

Online:

May 6: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...

May 20: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661...

In-person at the Reference Desk.

Phone: (203) 924-1580 ext. 5102

Instructor Bio: Shannon has been practicing yoga for over five years. Since working at a yoga studio and wellness center in 2021, she knew she wanted to help others physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Shannon is Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, and Reiki Il certified, and is currently pursuing her Reiki Masters certification. Her future prospects include opening a wellness practice of her own. In her free time, Shannon enjoys reading, writing, painting, and being in nature as much as possible.

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Watercolor class slated March 2 at Beacon Falls Senior Center

BEACON FALLS - Enjoy a relaxing, beginner-friendly Watercolor Class with Rich DiCarlo at the Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

This hands-on class is designed for those new to watercolor as well as anyone looking to explore painting in a low-pressure, supportive environment.

Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques and enjoy the creative process together. The subject of the painting will be revealed the night of the class, adding an element of surprise and fun.

All experience levels are welcome, and no prior painting experience is necessary.

$8 Material Fee

https://www.eventbrite.com/.../watercolor-class-with-rich...

Shared from the Beacon Falls Public Library Facebook page.

Ansonia Parks & Rec to offer free ice fishing class Feb. 4

Yoga class starts Tuesday at Seymour Community Center

New Class Alert! Join our new Yoga Class At The Center starting January 6. Six-week class that will improve your flexibility and reduce stress.

More info at Seymourct.myrec.com

Derby Neck Library to host portrait drawing class Sunday

Sunday Crafternoon 

DERBY - Join Sarah for a fun and educational portrait drawing class from 2:30-4 p.m. Sunday at Derby Neck Library.

Please note: this is an intermediate class,  recommended for people who are already familiar with basic drawing techniques. 

Registration is required in advance. Call 203-734-1492 to sign up.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. 

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton moves Tai Chi class day

SHELTON - Plumb Memorial Library is offering Tai Chi workshops for adults.

Starting in July, the sessions will be held on Thursday mornings from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Meeting Room.

The class will be taught by Debbie Wooley, a certified instructor with the Health Institute who has been practicing Tai Chi for the past 10 years and been teaching it for five years.

She will be teaching the Tai Chi for Arthritis method which uses the Sun style. Each class will begin and end with a series of warm up and cool down exercises.

There is no prerequisite to participate in this class. No equipment is necessary and participants may do this seated if they feel more comfortable.

The program is free and open to the public.

The Library is at 65 Wooster St.

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Seymour Community Center offers Jump Bunch fitness class

Shared from the community center's Facebook page.

Yoga sessions for preschoolers slated at Ansonia Library Children's Room

  The Ansonia Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

Shared from the Children's Room newsletter.

Seymour Public Library to serve up fun for kids to learn about food

SEYMOUR - Join Tiny Food Explorers at 11 a.m. Oct. 1 at Seymour Public Library for an hour of food, fun, and exploration! 

Bring your tiniest chefs, picky eaters and great eaters and create a delicious snack together.

Food Explorers classes provide a no-pressure environment for our littlest eaters to explore food and new flavors. Recipes are nut free but may contain dairy, eggs, and gluten.

Best for children ages 3-6. Registration is required and limited. The Library is at 46 Church St.

For more information or to register, please call the library at 203-888-3903.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to host recycle, repurpose craft class Wednesday

 

Learn to use e-readers, tablets at Ansonia Library program

 

Derby Public Library to hold recycle, repurpose craft class

July 31 at 6:30 p.m.

Please register at https://bit.ly/3S36sai

Ansonia Animal Control Officer Jeanie Roslonowski, returns to Derby Public Library to show participants how to make recyclable items using teabags and the art of letter writing by embellishing a card.

All materials provided. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Ansonia Library offers classes on graphic novels for ages 11-14

 The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.

 

This is shared from The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library Facebook page.

Learn about using Zoom in class at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

Register for the class by calling the Reference Desk, 203-924-1580 ext. 5102 or on www.sheltonlibrarysystem.org.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Register to learn about fishing in free 2-day program in Ansonia

 

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to host scam awareness program

Scam Awareness on the Internet

Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Date/Time: March 15, 2 p.m.

Register online: https://sheltonlibrarysystem.org/.../scam-awareness-on.../

or call 203-924-1580.

The class will be taught by Kris Patel of Shelton.

Some of the topics that will be covered will be:

Scam Statistics

Why Scammers Target Seniors

The 5 Main Types of Scamming

Other Popular Scams

Scam Prevention

What to do if You are Scammed

A computer is not required for this class.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Learn to identify wildflower seeds at Ansonia Nature Center class

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center, 10 Deerfield Lane.