Living with Alzheimer's Disease for Middle Stage Caregivers

In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s gaps in memory and thinking begin to make it more difficult for the individual to manage the day-to-day activities without assistance. In this discussion caregivers will learn more about symptoms and care needs; techniques for managing behaviors and maximizing safety; relationship changes and supportive services available to help with caregiving.

Part 2: Tuesday, May 28, 6:30-8:30 PM

Silver Fox Sings: Mostly Motown

Registration for this program is full.

“Mostly Motown” is a review of classic rhythm & blues and soul of the 1960s and 70s. Join Rhonda Denet and the Silver Fox Songs trio as they celebrate the music of Aretha Franklin, Martha & The Vandellas, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Etta James, Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, Dusty Springfield, Roberta Flack Ray Charles, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Al Greene. 

Wednesday, May 29, 7:00-8:30 PM

Growing a Kitchen Garden

Nothing tastes better than freshly picked herbs, vegetables, fruits, and seasonings. Instructor Karen Camden helps you grow your own home kitchen garden.

Saturday, June 1, 1:30-3:30 PM

Computer Classes

Classes are taught on a variety of topics and for users of all abilities. Classes are free and taught on library-provided laptops.  

Please click here for a complete schedule of classes. 

TGIF

Please click here for a TGIF schedule.

FEATURED SERVICES

Enjoy the floral portraits of artist Maxwell Sang.  "In 2005, after several years of painting still lifes, portraits, and landscapes, I started to paint flowers and I found my joy! Watching the flowers 'grow' on my canvases, seeing their personalities emerge in their faces, their gestures unfold in their poses, and their dances with light, gives me great joy!"

YOUTH SERVICES

Creative Movement for All

Join us for an active, fascinating hour of exercise and creative movement that will inspire children to be active and healthy.  With movement games, participants will jump for joy, meet puppet friends, hula hoop, and have streamer fun. 

Tuesday, May 28, 10:30-11:30 AM

The Westfield Booktalker

The Youth Services Librarians at the Westfield Memorial Library collaborate on a blog, The Westfield Booktalker, featuring our own reviews of young people's books in our collection. Take a look and please comment!

Book Club Kits for Kids

We have Book Club Kits for parent/child discussion groups, including multiple copies of the same book, with questions and activity.  Ask us about these!

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Westfield Library Newsletters

View the Library's quarterly newsletter for a full listing of all upcoming programs.