Basic Drawing: Exploring the Elements of Art: For Beginning and Intermediate Artists at Kent Library
Kent Public Library will have a series of art workshops entitled Basic Drawing: Exploring the Elements of Art: For Beginning and Intermediate Artists. The class will meet weekly for six weeks, starting Wednesday, March 1st until Wednesday, April 5th from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Using pencil, charcoal, and pen and ink, students will explore shading and chiaroscuro, proportion and perspective, line and shape, and form and composition. The class will provide students an opportunity to create in a relaxed and non-threatening environment. This program is designed for adults. Attendance at all sessions is requested. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Paws to Read at the Kent Library
Join volunteers from Therapy Dogs International, and their dogs at Kent Public Library, for the Paws for Reading Program, select Mondays in March through May from 4:30p.m-5:30p.m. This program is designed to give children, ages 6-10, the opportunity to gain confidence and improve reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog. This is a free event. One-on-one fifteen minute sessions are available by appointment only. Registration is required.
Journey to Health at Kent Public Library March 6
Come to the Kent Public Library for a Journey to Health : Strategies for Better Health workshop. Monday, March 6th from 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Are you sick and tired ... of being sick and tired? Do you suffer from Auto-immune diseases? Chronic diseases? Do you want to know more about the Immune System/Epigenetics? Want to know more about a Whole food plant based diet, (and so much more!)
You don't need to be suffering! Learn to make food your medicine and heal your body naturally. This workshop is presented by two Nutrition Health Coaches, Author and speaker, Shanti Urreta and Executive Chef, Ken Goldfarb.
Shanti Urreta is a retired teacher turned author and Health Coach. After a diagnosis of blood cancer, she became intent on feeding her body well. Her book, “Dear World, See What I See” is her journey on this path. With the many benefits that Shanti found through eating well, she became certified in plant based nutrition and as an Integrative Health Coach. Her mission is to share health with others, not only for their own health, but for the health of animals and the planet.
Kenneth Goldfarb began his career as a chef in Manhattan. He has spent decades bringing New American culinary flare to upscale restaurants and private clients in the metropolitan area. His culinary endeavors have received glowing reviews in magazines like Gourmet. He has also been practicing healthy living for over 20 years. His journey to health started with a problematic episode of intestinal permeability as a young adult. He focuses on plant-based , Whole Foods, innovative cooking techniques, exercise and meditation.He understands how the body can be primed to heal itself, when it is given the essential minerals, nutrients and of course, a positive outlook. His mission is to empower people to achieve their most vibrant state of health.
This program is for Adults. Registration is required.
You may register for these program by going to www.kentlibrary.org or calling the Kent Public Library at 845-225-8585.
The library is located at 17 Sybil's Crossing, Kent Lakes, NY 10512.