Category: Library News & Events

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The Diabetes Prevention Support Group / Online Program

Thursday, January 5 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for The Diabetes Prevention Support Group or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/the-diabetes-prevention-support-group-online-program-2/2023-01-05/   This program is open to all who are concerned about preventing prediabetes. Each month, at these supportive meetings, we’ll be encouraging one another to maintain a nutritious, balanced diet, get plenty of exercise, and keep a positive attitude…especially when we stray from our intended goals. Some of the members of this group have completed a year-long National Diabetes Prevention Program through a partnership with Putnam Independent Living Services and the Pawling Library. Please join us.

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Ayurveda’s Approach to Common Disorders: Inflammation / Online Program

Presented by Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik Tuesday, January 10 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for Ayurveda’s Approach to Common Disorders: Inflammation or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/ayurvedas-approach-to-common-disorders-inflammation/2023-01-10/   Inflammation is the buzz-word of late – as the underlying cause of many, if not all, disorders. It does appear to be true that all disorders do have inflammation as a component. The question is which came first – the inflammation or the disorder? Inflammation can be due to any number of reasons from stress or trauma, to diet, lifestyle, or emotional issues. Ayurveda’s goal is to determine the underlying source of a symptom, and treat that source, not just the symptom. But how do you know if inflammation exits if there are no symptoms?   Come and discover: Why inflammation is an important signal How Ayurveda’s holistic approach uncovers root causes How to determine if inflammation exists if there are no symptoms The Ayurvedic philosophy regarding symptoms and treatment The connection between diet, toxins, GI tract, blood flow, and...

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Evening Book Conversations / Online Program

Wednesday, January 11 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for Evening Book Conversations or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/evening-book-conversations-online-program-17/2023-01-11/   The book club will be discussing Flying Solo by Linda Holmes.   Share your passion for reading. Enjoy friendly discussions about your favorite books. This evening is for you. Book selections are made by our members.

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Afternoon Hatha Yoga / Online Program

Tuesday afternoons 1-2 pm Click the link below to register for Afternoon Hatha Yoga or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/afternoon-hatha-yoga-online-program-14/2023-01-17/ Instructor: Maria Polhemus Hatha Yoga is one of the most popular relaxing forms of exercise. Spend an hour with us and enjoy a new found path to tranquility. Each session ends with a guided meditation.  

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Inspiring Non-Fiction Works by Women (Book Club) Online Program

Wednesday, January 18 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for Inspiring Non-Fiction Works by Women or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/inspiring-non-fiction-works-by-women-book-club-online-program/2023-01-18/   The book club will be discussing I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai.   Are you interested in reading and discussing non-fiction books, mainly autobiographical, by women? Then this is your Book Club! This is an opportunity to read about real life accounts of extraordinary women and most of it first hand through memoirs and autobiographies. We’ll begin each discussion by offering up some tidbits and questions to get us started and then it’s an open forum. Our hope is that together we will get to know, not only important women in history, but women who are brave, creative, passionate, and original thinkers. It does not matter how expert you are with the works or the authors. If you love the idea of reading and discussing non-fiction books by women who have powerful and inspiring stories to share this might be the perfect place to begin. Maybe you’ll...

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Holiday Hours

The building will also be closed for December 24th, 25th & 26th. Just because the building is closed, doesn’t meant that you can’t access thousands of great materials and resources!  Check out Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy and Creative Bug to start accessing digital content from the comfort of your home. Have a happy holiday!

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Camino al Éxito Spreading Holiday Cheer

Families can stop by the Pawling Library’s Yellow House Annex on Thursday, December 29, from 7-8 pm to pick up their holiday food gift baskets. Camino al Éxito is collecting the following food items for their Holiday Donation Drive , from December 1st to the 28th: * Pasta * Rice * Nuts * Cooking Oils ( Olive and Canola ) * Canned Vegetables * Canned Beans   Help make the holidays a bit brighter for those in need by supporting Camino al Éxito.   Click on the link below to make a donation. Your contributions help Camino al Éxito to purchase needed food items. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KRMNPVNG44S2Y   Camino Al Éxito’s Project for All Camino al Éxito is a Hispanic led organization which strives to provide services to the Latino community for its successful integration and development. Camino al Éxito’s core mission is to provide English as a Second Language adult education, GED programs, mentoring for teens, after school tutoring, college readiness guidance, citizenship application assistance, empowerment seminars and community engagement workshops including parent education and early...

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Body System Disorders: The Integumentary System – Investigating the Root Cause of Disorder / Online Program

Presented by Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Physician Thursday, December 22 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for The Integumentary System or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/body-system-disorders-the-integumentary-system-investigating-the-root-cause-of-disorder-online-program/2022-12-22/   The integumentary system is an organ system that protects the body from damage, loss of water, or abrasion from outside. This body system includes human skin, hair, and nails.   Disorders include: * Acne – Acne is a disorder of the hair and oil glands presenting itself as red bumps on the face, chest, and/or back. * Warts – Warts are bumps caused by a viral infection most commonly on the hands and feet. Vitiligo – With this condition, there is a loss of skin color that appears in blotches. * Eczema – This is a condition that presents as red, itchy, flaky skin. * Vitiligo – With this condition, there is a loss of skin color that appears in blotches. * Psoriasis – This inflammatory skin condition presents as red, itchy plaques that occur most commonly on the...

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Thanksgiving Hours

We will be closing at 3:00PM on Wednesday, 11/23.  The building will also be closed for Thanksgiving, Thursday, 11/24. Just because the building is closed, doesn’t meant that you can’t access thousands of great materials and resources!  Check out Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy and Creative Bug to start accessing digital content from the comfort of your home.

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Body System Disorders: The Reproductive System- Following a Lifestyle for Reproductive Health / Online Program

Presented by Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Physician Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik Tuesday, December 13 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for Body System Disorders: The Reproductive System- Following a Lifestyle for Reproductive Health or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/reserved-for-online-program-19/2022-12-13/   The reproductive system is a combination of bodily organs and tissues used in the process of producing offspring.   Diseases and disorders include: • Cervical Cancer – Cervical cancer results in a malignant tumor of the cervix. • Prostate Cancer – This type of cancer occurs in a man’s prostate, a small sized gland that produces seminal fluid. • Vaginal Yeast Infection – This is an infection caused by a yeast fungus in the vagina. • Endometriosis – Endometriosis is a condition where tissue that normally lines the uterus ends up outside the uterus. • Gonorrhea – Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that may cause infertility if left untreated. • Erectile Dysfunction – This occurs when a man can’t keep or get an erection during sexual intercourse.  ...