New Year's Digital Wellness
Thursday, January 6, 1pm in the Lower Level Community Room
Hands on workshop. Finding balance with your devices. In person, bring your device.
Link to Google Slides presentation
Author Gary Porter
Thursday, January 13 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
Author of Griff, My Life as Drake's Top Dog
The story of a lovable bulldog's time as the Drake University's live mascot.
Chapter2Books will be in the library selling books.
Dr. Mark Seeley - Sustainability Series: Climate Change and Sustainability, Pathways Ahead
Monday, January 31 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook or Youtube channel *
With Dr. Mark Seeley, Professor Emeritus, U of M, Extension climatologist/meteorologist.
Masks required. Limit of 50 people, sign up here.
Author Kristan Higgins
Thursday, February 10 at 6:30 pm - virtual only on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
Kristan Higgins, author of Pack Up the Moon, a heartrending, beautiful, often humorous journey of romance and terminal illness.
Author Dr. Christopher Lehman
Thursday, February 17 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
Author of Slavery’s Reach: Southern Stakeholders in the North Star State Lehman is a St. Cloud State University professor.
His book examines the ways slaveholders invested in Minnesota communities.
Sustainability Series: Environmental Social and Governance Investing
Thursday, February 24 at 6pm virtual only on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
With Heather Logelin of SCVF and the UW Divestment Coalition.
Digital Literacy and Data Privacy
Thursday, March 3 at 1pm in the Lower Level Community Room
Be safe and aware online. Hands on workshop. In person, bring your device.
Author Kate Moore
Thursday, March 24 at 6:30pm - virtual only on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
Author of The Woman They Could Not Silence, a tale of a forgotten woman whose inspirational journey sparked lasting change for women’s rights.
Sustainability Series: Sustainable Landscaping
Thursday, March 31 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
With Diana Alfuth, UW-Ext Horticulture Educator
Peeps Diorama Contest
Entries accepted at the library from Monday, March 28 - Wednesday, March 30
Peeple's Choice Voting from Thursday, March 31 until Wednesday, April 6
On display until Saturday, April 16
Poetry Open Mic
Thursday, April 7 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
All ages are invited to share a poem.
Sustainability Series: Climate Anxiety
Thursday, April 21 at 6pm at UWRF, location to be announced
Speaker and topic to be announced
Free Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 7 from 10am until 2pm
Author Victoria Houston
Thursday, May 12 at 6:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or on the library facebook page or Youtube channel *
Victoria Houston, author of Loon Lake Mystery Series will discuss her latest book, Wolf Hollow.
Winter/spring 2022 Programs
January - May 2022
*Watch on the River Falls Public Library Facebook Live or Youtube channel
(Live streams will not appear on Facebook or Youtube until the scheduled time)
MENTAL HEALTH WELLNESS SERIES
ABCs: Avoiding Burnout & Cultivating Self-Care, 5 Session Series
Wednesdays from 6:30 - 7:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room and virtually
February 16, February 23, March 2, March 9 and March 16
Explore tools for resilience, coping with stress, avoiding burnout and finding joy! Combines psychoeducation, discussion and self-care practices. We'll cultivate positive, constructive connections and maximize the synergy of these connections. Connecting with nature is a vital part of the self-care toolbox. Includes pre and post self-assessment.
Sign-up here
Intro to Mindfulness, 5 Session Series
Mondays from 6:30 - 7:30pm in the Lower Level Community Room or virtually
March 21, March 28, April 11, April 18 and April 25
Mindfulness is a practice with ancient history and research proven benefits, such as reduction of stress, anxiety and depressive symptoms, and increased immune function and general health. The various types bring gentle awareness around daily patterns. Through self-discovery and curiosity, we will explore these tools and patterns. No experience necessary.
Sign-up here
Intro to Mindfulness in Nature, 4 Session Series
Mondays from 6:3 0- 7:30pm in person only, meet at the library
May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23
Sensory-focused mindfulness activities combine with nature and environmental awareness and action. Classes are infused with stories and writings from indigenous cultures and environmentalists, past and present. We will connect with the beauty, power and fragility of nature in community, and take action to create a healthier and happier world.
Sign-up here