Starting on Wednesday, East Cobb Library (Parkaire Landing, 4880 Lower Roswell Road) will be holding a four-part series for adults this fall called “Mindfulness Meditation” (ECN calendar listing here) that’s part of the “Build A Better You” program. It’s one of many library events in East Cobb in September that’s gearing up for patrons of all ages.
The sessions are the first Wednesday of each month, starting at 11:30 a.m. and lasting until 12:30 p.m. and registration is required (call 770-509-2730. The other dates are Oct. 4, Nov. 8, and Dec. 6.
This is an introductory meditation class aimed at helping reduce stress and increase awareness. Here’s more about the program, taught by instructor Lisa Wellstead:
It is based on the core principles found within Jon Kabat-Zinn’s “Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction” course (MBSR) and Mark Williams’ “Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy” course (MBCT). Both MBSR and MBCT are well-researched and evidence-based mindfulness programs. These sessions are offered free of charge as part of a Wellness series in collaboration with local instructors at the East Cobb Library this fall.
Also on Wednesday, the monthly meeting of the Page-Turners Book Club takes place starting at 10:15 a.m. at the Mountain View Regional Library (3320 Sandy Plains Road). This month’s book is “Between, Georgia,” the new book by Atlanta novelist Joshilyn Jackson. Future book selections for the fall are listed here; you need to register by calling the MVRL’s adult reference desk at 770-509-2725.
Adult reading clubs also meet monthly at the Gritters Library (Sept. 12), at the East Marietta Library (Sept. 20) and at the East Cobb Library (Sept. 21, morning and afternoon sessions).
We’ve got more library events included in our full calendar listings; but for a quick look at library events in East Cobb at the four local branches, here’s a link from the Cobb County Public Library System.
In addition to the usual storytime sessions for children, there are Tai Chi sessions, family movies and, on Sept. 25 at Mountain View, another Cobb Cooks Book Club and Potluck event.
Another special program of note, regarding the quality of the public water supply: Kathy Nguyen of the Cobb County Water Efficiency Program will speak at the East Cobb Library Sept. 26 in “Water, Water, Everywhere?,” which includes the latest updates on drought conditions, ongoing Georgia-Alabama-Florida water issues and more.
Like all library programs, this one is also free, but registration is recommended by calling 770-509-2730 so enough informational handouts can be printed.
