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Jan. 28, at 7 p.m. Her new book is “What You Don’t Expect When You’re Expecting.” This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. Self-care Presentation: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a free presentation, “Feeling Burnt Out? The Cure is Self-Care!,” Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. Alyssa Goehring, life coach and owner of The Delicate Balance, will be the speaker. Learn what self-care looks like for you and how to make time for it. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. Books on Tap: Books on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet next Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. at PJ Ryan’s Pub, 233 Bridge St., Phoenixville. The group will discuss “A Darker Shade of Magic” by V.E. Schwab. A copy of the book may be reserved at the Library or at ccls.org. This event is free and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. For more information, email Christine Shaffer at shaffer.m.christine@gmail.com. Phoenix Book Club: The Phoenix Book Club will meet Monday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. at the Phoenixville Public Library. The group will meet to discuss “Manhattan Beach” by Jennifer Egan. A copy of the book can be reserved at the library or online at ccls.org. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 610-933-3013 ext. 132 or email mpinto@ccls.org.
Yoga for Success: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a free program, “Yoga for Success,” Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 7 to 8 p.m. The program is presented by the nonprofit Isha Foundation. How successful you are in life simply depends on how well you can use your mind and body. Through simple but powerful yoga postures and a guided meditation, this one-hour session will offer you tools for physical health and mental clarity, bringing a lasting stability and balance to your system. The session is open to everyone age 7 and older and does not require any fitness level or prior exposure to yoga. This session is designed by Sadhguru — yogi, visionary, bestselling author and foremost authority on yoga. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.
Nutrition Links: Phoenixville Public Library will host a free series of nutrition education workshops aimed at lower-income parents, adults, and older adults. These Nutrition Links workshops will be held most Wednesdays through Feb. 20 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Nutrition education adviser Cindy Seigafuse will be the presenter. In this series, attendees will learn to eat healthy on a limited budget; plan low-cost, fast and easy meals; and keep food safe to eat. Participants will also sample new, healthy foods and receive a free cookbook, tote bag and more. Participants must attend at least five classes and complete paperwork to receive a graduation certificate and gift bag. The program is free and open to the public but is designed for parents/caregivers of children age 19 and under, adults or older adults who qualify for free or reduced school lunch, WIC, SNAP benefits, food pantry boxes/bags or Pennsylvania Farmers Market Vouchers. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please Seigafuse at 610-696-3500 or cbs20@psu. edu in advance of your participation or visit. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.
Perkiomen Valley Library
Library Info: 290 Second St., Schwenksville. Call 610-2878360 for registration and information.
Yoga: Mondays at 7:30 p.m. (no class Dec. 24 or 31). Teens and adults. Drop-in for $5 per session. Join Adjoa Amoah-Aggrey, RYT/Carmen Molina, RYT, for all levels of yoga. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing. Beginners welcome. Email questions to yoga.vaayu@gmail.com. Preschool Storytime: Thursdays through April 11 at 10 a.m. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. Enjoy stories and songs introducing early literacy skills. Registration requested.
Animals in Winter: Monday, Feb. 4, at 10 a.m. Children ages 3 to 6 and an adult are invited to learn more about what some local animals are up to in the winter. Presented by Linda Oltman, environmental education coordinator at the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy. Registration requested.
Baby Storytime: Tuesdays, Feb. 5 and 19, March 5 and 19 and April 2 and 16, at 9:30 a.m. For ages 6 to 24 months with an adult. Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays. Registration requested.
Knitters: Thursday, Feb. 7, at 6:30 p.m. Bring your needles and yarn. Beginners welcome. Share your projects, learn a new stitch and make new friends. The knitters meet on the first Thursday of each month.
Candy Bar Bingo: Saturday, Feb. 9, at 10:30 a.m. For all ages. Join for bingo and snacks. Bring a full-sized candy bar along to add to the prizes. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Collegeville Area. Registration requested.
Tail Waggin’ Tales: Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in and read to certified pet therapy dogs. No appointment needed. Come practice your read-aloud skills. All ages and reading abilities welcome.
Read, Think, Chat: Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Join a lively discussion of books. The book to be discussed is “The Burning Girl” by Claire Messud.
Cookbook Club and Monthly Potluck: Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 6:30 p.m. Sign up at the library to make a recipe from the cookbook of the month and then join to eat, discuss and share in joy of cooking (and baking)! Featured cookbook: “The Oh She Glows Cookbook: Over 100 Vegan Recipes to Glow From the Inside Out” by Angela Liddon.
Writers Assemble: Thursday, Feb. 28, at 4:30 p.m. Join a monthly writing club. Meet other people who love to write. Come to write or to get or give feedback.