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

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There will be free chair yoga classes at the our library starting next month, but space is limited, so sign up today.  Go to
http://tinyurl.com/astonadultevents

to register!

Dates and times-
six Saturdays at 11AM ->  from April 4 to May 9.

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

SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF ASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY!

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Tyler Arboretum visits the Library!

The Tyler Arboretum will be visiting the Aston Public Library Thursday March 12th for two very special children’s programs.
-At 10:30AM that day, they will do a special nature discovery storytime for preschool kids. The program will feature props, interactive hands-on activities, group participation and more.
-At 3:45PM that day, they will do a hands-on nature program for school aged kids. The kids will learn about local Kapok trees – the mighty Oaks. Explore the amazing amount of wildlife that it supports in our forests – everything from butterflies and moths to squirrels and birds. Also featuring other reasons why trees are important!

Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents.

[KAPOK TREE BOOK COVER]

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Makin’ Music pictures!

Makin’ Music put on a great show for the kids Wednesday evening! Here are some pictures!

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FREE Makin’ Music Rockin’ Rhythms concert on Wednesday the 25th!

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The Aston Public Library will be hosting a FREE Makin’ Music Rockin’ Rhythms concert on Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30PM.

Makin’ Music Rockin’ Rhythms needs no introduction to the sippy-cup crowd! This multi-award winning group of talented teachers/performers has attained household word status among children and their parents for their popular classes, camps and performances. This show will feature performer Ms. Sandy with an infectious mix of folk/pop family music that develops a rapport with the audience and encourages the whole family to sing and dance along! This is a FREE show for pre-school fans of fun, laughter and music.

Sign up for the program at http://www.tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents .

Makin Music picture

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Free Federal and State Income Tax Prep at the Library!

The Aston Public Library will host free Federal and State Income Tax preparation services from PathwaysPA on February 28th (a Saturday). Families or single persons with income below $53,000 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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Young Poets Competition-Enter at the Library!

Young Poets Of Delaware County
Poetry Competition

For all school-age residents of Delaware County, grades 1-12

CONTEST GUIDELINES

Original poems must be typed or neatly written on 8 1/2” by 11” paper; no odd
size or construction paper, please.

Student’s name
Address
Home phone number
Grade
School
School District

If information is not listed, entry will be disqualified.
No entries will be returned.
Only one poem per student may be entered.
Poems will be judged by grade level.

Deadline for submissions is March 27, 2015.

Winners will be notified.
Please, no calls after poems are submitted!

Entries should be submitted to any public library in Delaware County
Questions about the contest? Email: info@madpoetssociety.com

Sponsored by the Mad Poets Society, Delaware County Library System,
Greater Philadelphia Poets for Young Voices, Delaware County Reading
Council and The Rose Tree Optimist Club.

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

logo

There will be free chair yoga classes at the our library starting this month, but space is limited, so sign up today.  Go to
http://tinyurl.com/astonadultevents

to register!

Dates and times-
six Saturdays at 11AM -> January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14, February 21.

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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“Elsa” Storytime coming up with Makin’ Music

Bring your child to the Aston Library to participate in a special storytime, featuring Elsa from the movie “Frozen”.  Monday, December 8th at 6:30pm  Makin’ Music will be leading the music and movement program for kids of all ages! Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents .

 

Princess-ice

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Mr. Malcolm at the library for holiday stories again!

Mr. Malcolm will be involving the kids in exciting holiday stories again this year. Come join the fun! Tuesday, December 2nd at 6:30pm.  Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents .

Mr. Malcolm 12/12 Show

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Ed Schmitt Magic Show pictures!

Ed Schmitt put on a great magic show for the kids Tuesday evening! Here are some pictures!

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