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Would you consider yourself “healthy”? Why or why not? Join us in welcoming personal trainer Alex Wenger (the “well-read meat-head”), whose approach to answering this question might surprise you. In addition to discussing the relationship between health and body image, we’ll also walk (or jog) away with some simple tips and exercises that can be squeezed into even the busiest of schedules.

This program is geared toward teens in grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Adulting 101” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Local artist Libby Meehan returns for a deeper look at using a sewing machine — for both artistic and practical purposes. We’ll learn the basics and then put them to use, turning worn clothes and other fabric into a useful and unique tote bag! Bring in your own materials to upcycle, or choose from what Libby has to offer.

This program serves as a primer for our Clothing Alteration and Cosplay workshop, scheduled for September 23rd, which will introduce more advanced topics. While it is not required, please consider attending both workshops in order to get the most out of each.

This program is geared toward teens in grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Are you or someone you know a green-thumbed teen? Well we’ve got just the program for you — the fine floral artistry of Easthampton’s own Botaniste is coming to the Library!

We’ll have all the supplies and know-how you need to make your very own mini-succulent garden. Join us to try your hand at this practical plant project, and watch your inner artist bloom!

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Are you as fascinated by Virtual Reality as we are? Want to learn more about this budding technology? Help us welcome back Arthur and Peter Evans of Makerspace Workshops, who will share their two-player VR system with us. PLUS we’ll reveal exciting plans that the Library has to make VR more accessible to YOU!

This program is geared toward teens is grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Teen Tech Takeovers” are brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Ever wish you could make your clothes fit a little better? Or maybe you found an almost-perfect piece that needs a touch of your own personal style? Or is it a costume that you need, and you wish you could mash-up other clothes to make it just right?

If any of these sound like you, let Libby help. Our local artist and sewing extraordinaire returns once more for a more advanced look at using a modern-day sewing machine, and we’ll get some hands-on practice putting one to use. You can bring your own clothes and materials to play with, or you may use what we have available to explore the same skills.

This program builds upon the skills learned in our Upcycled Tote Bags & Sewing Basics workshop, scheduled for September 16th. While it is not required, please consider attending both workshops in order to get the most out of each.

This program is geared toward teens in grades 7-12, and registration is strongly encouraged.

“Artists in Action” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

This new series, geared toward teens but open to all, will tackle important issues facing our local community and beyond.

Did you know that, at the Easthampton Community Center alone, over 1400 families facing food insecurity are served each month, with over 8000 pounds of food distributed every week? So often the struggles these families face remain invisible to most, and it’s critical that we shed light on this issue.

Join us in welcoming a panel of food-access-experts to the Library, who will share their perspectives on this important topic. Please consider bringing your own questions, comments, or stories to share as well.

“Critical” is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

This form of art is one that can be practiced successfully be everyone, for even if you think you have no drawing skills. It is a method of creating artwork by drawing simple tangles, or patterns, one line at a time. Zentangle isn’t just about drawing. It focuses on the mind, relaxes the body, and builds confidence. Just go slowly and relax. We will supply the materials and you come ready to create. Snacks will be available. Ages 11+

Meet Lori Pelliccia! Lori will lead this workshop to get you started, she comes with great experience with both writing and food! Perfect for those interested with little, some, or a lot of writing experience. Fun and of course with FOOD! Ages 12+ LSTA grant sponsored