The Metropolitan Library System provides access to a wide variety of health and wellness information and resources. Whether you prefer exploring our physical and digital collections, attending health and wellness programs, or need to connect with outside trustworthy organizations and sites, we are dedicated to help you find what you need to make informed decisions about your health and wellness.
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Mental Health Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month
Resources provided by Kassy, Librarian at Northwest Library and Sheldon, Librarian in Special Collections
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we are sharing mental health resources in our monthly podcast:
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Learn Something New
Tim, Central Information ServicesIt’s a new year. Some of us have made resolutions, and many of us have already broken them. To help you get back on track, we’re here with suggestions to learn something new this year and solutions for how we can help.
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Non-Toxic Body Care: Scrub Goodbye to Skin Care Chemicals with Natural Grocers
Non-Toxic Body Care Program: Scrub Goodbye to Skin Care Chemicals with Natural Grocers
You eat healthy and read labels to avoid chemicals, but what about your body care products?
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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas.
Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org. Mayores de 18 años pueden participar.
No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!
Zumba is perfect for everyone and everybody! Zumba® class is designed to bring people together! We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance
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This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting. Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks. Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair. Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation.
Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga. No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.
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The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.
You can learn how to cook new recipes, choose healthy foods, save money at the grocery store, keep foods safe to eat, and be more physically active. Topics include: "Plan: Know What's for Dinner," "Choosing More Fruits & Vegetables," "Sh
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