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Having too much stuff can hinder people from relocating or getting health care into their homes.

This engaging presentation explores why stuff is so important for some people and teaches practical, easy-to-follow tips on downsizing and decluttering. Learn how to get started!

Co-hosted via Zoom by DeForest Area Community & Senior Center & DeForest Area Public Library

You've probably heard that coloring has many benefits.  Here's what the Journal of the American Art Therapy Association recently stated.

"Studies have shown that “structured coloring of a reasonably complex geometric pattern,” such as a symmetrical mandala pattern or coloring book, can lead to a meditative state that helps reduce anxiety. Consider breaking out your adult coloring books, or drawing your own pattern."

Backlight in pictures involves putting the main light source behind the subject. It is a way to create dramatic, striking images.

"What makes photography a strange invention is that its primary raw materials are light and time" -- John Berger

To get the zoom link or share your photos, please email ededin [at] deforestlibrary.org by Monday June 21.

This group is sponsored by the library and is open to the public. New members and visitors are always welcome!

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Spring is here and summer awaits! What kinds of fresh produce do you look forward to? Join this nutrition lesson to learn tasty ways to incorporate healthy, nutritious and seasonal produce in your meals and snacks.

Co-hosted via Zoom by DeForest Area Community & Senior Center

Steve Beaverson will give a presentation on using a telephoto lens for landscape photography. After the presentation we’ll be sharing our visual story projects.

Please send your photos by Monday May 17th.

To get a Zoom link and/or to send your photographs, email ededin [at] deforestlibrary.org

Event Photograph: State Street Story 2020 by Don Mendenhall

Qigong is a moving meditation that is simple, easy to learn, and can be done by everyone, at any age and fitness level. Just mirror the movements of the instructor and reduce tension, improve breathing, and increase flexibility. Do this outside and get a boost of fresh, balancing energy. 

Anyone (age 16 & up) is invited to sign a waiver and participate.

Class will be moved indoors, if space is available, during poor weather.

If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate, please contact library staff.

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Noelle Stary, entrepreneur, owner of two East Coast businesses, and author of Main Street Moxie, From Surviving to Thriving in the NEW American Marketplace, will speak to us about the new world of business from her side of the desk, as well as how consumers can lend to hand to show their favorite Main Street businesses they support them all the way.

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Vivian Probst is a novelist, writer of several memoirs, linguist, and champion of language skills. She will discuss this and the new book from her five-book series, The Woman Who Forgot Who She Was.

Vivian has written a mystery series that is based on her own life. Book Two in the series, Waking From Her Weariness, is now available.

Trade your leftover odds and ends and be inspired to create new treasures.

Do you have fabric remnants hiding in a closet, or yarn stashed away in a tote? Maybe you have buttons left over from a project you finished ages ago. If you're not going to use it, swap it! Bring your unused fabrics, knitting needles, crochet hooks, notions, and yarn to swap at the Library.

Note: Donations to help us build up our stash are welcome! Please drop them off at the library desk.

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Be a part of “The World’s on Fire” with legendary folksinger, storyteller, and autoharp virtuoso, Adam Miller.

Woody Guthrie wrote over 1,000 songs in his lifetime and his musical legacy includes political, traditional, and children’s songs, along with ballads and improvised works.