Thomas the Tank Engine Program Pictures!

Check out the pictures from our recent Thomas the Tank Engine program for the kids-

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For more information about upcoming library programs for kids, go to

http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents

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Check out this week’s storytime books!

Check out the books that are featured in Ms. Joanne’s storytime this week!

Silly Sally by Audrey Wood

and

Five little monkeys jumping on the bed by Eileen Christelow

Click here to request a copy or see if one is on the shelf-

Silly Sally by Audrey Wood

Five little monkeys jumping on the bed by Eileen Christelow

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Check out this week’s storytime books!

Check out the books that are featured in Ms. Joanne’s storytime this week!

The Foot Book by Dr. Seuss

and

Marvin K. Mooney will you please go now! by Dr. Seuss

Click here to request a copy or see if they are on the shelf-

The Foot Book by Dr. Seuss

Marvin K. Mooney will you please go now! by Dr. Seuss

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Free Chair Yoga Classes For Men and Women! Sign Up Now!

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There will be a free chair yoga class at the our library starting soon, but space is limited, so sign up today.  Go to

http://tinyurl.com/astonadultevents

to register!

6 weeks – 1 hour session Chair Yoga on Wednesdays from March 14 to April 18 at 6:30PM.  Full list of dates/times:

Wednesday, March 14 from 6:30PM
Wednesday, March 21 from 6:30PM
Wednesday, March 28 from 6:30PM
Wednesday, April 4 from 6:30PM
Wednesday, April 11 from 6:30PM
Wednesday, April 18 from 6:30PM

Who Can Do Chair Yoga?
“Anyone can do it!”  Men as well as women.  Chair yoga can benefit you whether you are a beginner who wants to start yoga slowly, out of shape, young or old, overweight or averse to gyms. It is also beneficial for most health problems or concerns in any one area of your body, or to gently help your body strengthen and recover from an illness or surgery. Remember to always check with your physician before starting any exercise program.

What is Chair Yoga?
Chair yoga is the term generally used to describe a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair or standing, using a chair for support.  Chair yoga gives you the benefit of relieving stress and gentle stretching of muscles and joints.  With the use of this type of yoga modification, it helps to make yoga easier if you have physical limitations in balance, flexibility, or strength. Yoga is not about trying to twist your body into a pretzel.  It is meant to gently stretch and bend the muscles and open air flow with the breath. Whether you are doing classical yoga or chair yoga, you will leave class with a calmer state of mind and a more resilient spirit.

Benefits of Chair Yoga

Chair yoga as well as classical yoga is considered safe. Studies have shown that yoga helps people with the symptoms of many health issues including:

  • hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • manage stress, anxiety, clinical depression
  • fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue syndrome
  • arthritis
  • insomnia
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • chronic pain
  • poor circulation
  • relieves stress ,tension in neck, shoulders, torso and legs.
  • gain strength, flexibility and balance
  • digestion
  • osteoporosis – helps stop bone loss or increase bone density
  • well-being feeling
  • breathe easier

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Library Coloring Contest!

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The Aston Public Library is holding a coloring contest!  Color the picture provided on the form, and enter it for a chance to win!  People in Delaware County are eligible to participate.  Just bring your entry to the library’s service desk.

THE RULES:

  1. Only two different entries per person allowed.
  2. All entries must be based on the form and picture provided.
  3. Include your name, address, age and phone number with your entry.
  4. Entries must be original.

Deadline:  Saturday, March 24th, 2012.

All entries become property of the Aston Public Library.

Entries will be judged at the library. Winners of the judging will have their drawings displayed at the Aston Public Library.

Click here for the form (.PDF file) .

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Check out this week’s storytime book!

Check out the book that is featured in Ms. Joanne’s storytime this week!

Bear in a Square by Stella Blackstone

Click here to request a copy-

Bear in a Square by Stella Blackstone

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Closed for Presidents Day

The Aston Public Library will be closed Monday, February 20th for Presidents Day.  Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!

Need help? Try AskHerePA for 24-7 assistance:

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Infant Storytime will return in March!

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The popular storytime for babies will return for these dates in March, courtesy of the Delaware County Library System:

Mondays March 5, 12, 19, 26

All will be at 10AM.

Go to

http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents

to register!

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Free Federal and State Income Tax Prep again at the Library!

The Aston Public Library will host another session of free Federal and State Income Tax preparation services from PathwaysPA on the evening of Monday, February 27th. Families or single persons with income below $50,000 per year are eligible for the free filing assistance. What’s offered includes:

  • Certified tax preparers to maximize your refund
  • Free e-filing of federal and state returns
  • Fast refunds through direct deposit to bank or prepaid debit card accounts
  • US Savings bonds can be purchased by checking a box on your tax form

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. Call 610-494-5877 to make an appointment today. All filers must bring documentation to their appointment. Call the library for more information about required documentation, or stop by and pick up a sheet listing the documentation.

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Thomas the Tank Engine Storytime!

There will be a Thomas the Tank Engine storytime for kids age 2-7 on Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 at 6:30PM at the Library. Several stories about the fussy little steam engine will be read, and there will also be songs and games to engage the kids. Go to www.tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents to register!

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