Community Corner

Yoga, Tag Sales and Healthy Eating

Here are a few of the activities taking place in the week of Sept. 3, 2012.

1. Sign Up Month at the Pelham Public Library
Where/When:
Pelham Public Library, 2 East Ave, Larchmont, through the month of September.
Why go:
Need a new Pelham Public Library or lost your old one? If so, drop by the library and sign up for a card that can be used at the Town of Pelham Library as well as any of the other 37 member libraries in the Westchester Library system.  The library will even waive its $1 fee for replacement cards this month.
Pricing:
Free.

2.
Where/When:
Yonkers Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Ctr., Yonkers, through Oct. 31, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Why Go:
This year marks 2012 marks the bicentennial year of the birth of Charles Dickens with year long, global celebrations to honor his work and life. Illustrations of the author’s literary works by The Children’s Book Illustrator Group will be exhibited in the Art Gallery at the Yonkers Riverfront Library.  
Pricing:
Free.

3.
Where/When:
, 895 Shore Rd, Bronx, Fridays, Sept. 7 to Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Why go:
Get strong and flexible, de-stress, and have fun with yoga taught by Ann Casapini, a certified Anusara instructor, in a serene, sunlit space. A beginner level class also suitable for those who want to deepen their practice in a steady, mindful approach. Class size limited to 12. Registration and pre-payment required.
Pricing:
Cost is $180 for series of 10 classes. Members pay $150.

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4.
Where/When:
53 Alpine Rd.,  New Rochelle, Saturday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m.
Why go:
The 19th Annual Tag Sale to benefit Friends of Karen, a local charity that provides emotional and financial support to families of children suffering from life-threatening diseases.  Sponsored by Chi Omega Alumnae Association of Westchester County.
Pricing:
Free

5.
Where/When:
, 136 5th Ave, Pelham, Saturday, Sept. 8, 3:30 p.m.
Why go:
In this two-and-a-half hour workshop, parents will learn ways to improve their child’s eating habits and healthier snack and prepare healthier lunch and snack alternatives. The workshop includes a vegan dinner.
Pricing:
$50.

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