Maplewood Public Library hosts a variety of events throughout the year. This week do yoga on Wednesday and learn about the St. Louis mafia on Thursday. Weight loss without fads, and coloring is next week.
Relaxation for a Healthy Mind and a Healthy Body — Join Kelly Hogan for an evening of softening into the calming practice of yoga. Put your comfy clothes on and enjoy an hour of learning how to calm your mind through gentle movements and simple breathing exercises. On Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 6 p.m.
The St. Louis Crime Story — St. Louisans are fascinated with the mafia. From the Godfather to The Sopranos, many of us can never get too many stories about mobsters. While St. Louis is rarely featured in these films, though, our city has a gangland history of its own, full of exciting stories and colorful characters on both sides of the law. On Thursday, Jan. 5 at 6:30.
Successful Weight Loss — without fads or gimmicks — The promise of a new year brings resolutions to shed unhealthy weight and exercise regularly. How do you prioritize your health, make sustainable changes and not be among the majority who abandon their efforts for better health by February? Learn from certified health coaches and fitness trainers how to make 2017 your healthiest year without resorting to diet gimmicks and temporary weight loss traps. On Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m. This is the first of a quarterly class on topics related to health and wellness.
Coloring — NOT just for kids anymore! — Whether it’s for stress relief, to go back to a simpler time in your childhood, or to channel your creativity and imagination, join your friends and neighbors for a monthly evening of coloring. On Wednesday, Jan. 11 (and second Wednesday of each month) at 6:30 p.m.