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Mental Wellness Dialogue
with author Djuly Fleurant
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“By sharing my story, I can show others they are not alone and not the only ones dealing with life’s challenges. We all go through very similar circumstances, yet we feel so outcast and alone because no one talks about it. I want to build a community that makes that possible." —Djuly Fleurant
Join author Djuly Fleurant in fostering an enriching dialogue to bring an awareness of generational trauma and how our past experiences have impacted us. Participants will gain insights into their mental wellness in order to facilitate personal growth, become empowered, prioritize well-being, and learn about the support systems available to them within the community
Monday, March 18
4 – 5 p.m.
Camp Field Branch
Teens and Adults Welcome
Register HERE
This project is funded by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Cooperative Agreement Number U24LM014070 with the University of Iowa, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, and the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System.
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HPL Weekly Book Recommendations:
Check out what we're reading
It's Women's History Month.
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The Soul of a Woman
Isabel Allende
In a memoir with enormous spirit and heart, Isabel Allende presents a rich and intimate account of her lifelong commitment to feminism.
“[Isabel] Allende is a genius.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review
“Allende teases, tempts and titillates with mesmerizing stories.” —The Washington Post
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Let Us Descend
Jesmyn Ward
Oprah’s Book Club Pick
A beautifully written and lyrical novel that tells the story of an enslaved girl in the years before the Civil War.
"A devastating, deeply moving masterpiece." —Good Housekeeping
“Superb . . . Angry, beautiful, raw, visceral, and heartfelt.” —NPR
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Baby Grand Jazz
Andrew Wilcox Trio performs this Sunday
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March 10
Center for Contemporary Culture (CCC) at the Downtown Library
2 p.m., Doors open to the public (Please come through the Arch Street entrance)
3 p.m., Concert
Andrew Wilcox, originally from Boylston, Massachusetts, is one of Hartford’s rising young musicians. He was a student of Rick Germanson, Ralph Peterson, Orrin Evans, and the late Stanley Cowell. Andrew played alongside Jazzmeia Horn at the Newport Jazz Festival. He is a regular member of the Haneef Nelson Quintet and Ed Byrne Quartet, among other groups.
Get a preview of his music (and watch how fast his fingers move!) HERE
Andrew Wilcox, piano
Avery Sharpe, bass
Yoron Israel, drums
Learn more our about entire line up of concerts HERE
We're celebrating the 20th season of Baby Grand Jazz with the support of a generous three-year sponsorship from The Kaman Foundation. Our free series features accomplished jazz musicians and bands from around the region.
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Gather
A series of events that goes beyond the music and explores themes of migration, history, women's representation in jazz, and more.
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Movement, Mindfulness and a Moment of Reflection for Adults | |
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Treat yourself (and bring a friend) to an hour of self-care experiences to promote heart health and wellness, with Sistah Anyango, Founder/CEO of The FLYY Movement.
Tuesday, March 12
11a.m. - 12 p.m.
Camp Field Branch
Register HERE
This project is funded by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Cooperative Agreement Number U24LM014070 with the University of Iowa, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, and the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System.
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Barriers Can’t Stop Us students attending HPL’s annual Beyond Words fundraiser in Novemeber. | |
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A big thank you to the Aurora Women and Girls Foundation for funding HPL’s “Barriers Can’t Stop Us: Building Immigrant Women’s Success” for the past two years.
The program managed by Michele Brophy, HPL’s College Access and Retention Specialist, has been very successful for the young women in the program as they navigate college in the US!
The Aurora Foundation serves as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of women and girls in Greater Hartford, with the intended effect of unlocking the potential of their families and surrounding communities.
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Creating well-being. Together.
This month we are highlighting many of the health and wellness programs at our branches.
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Creating Well-Being Together
Wednesday, March 6
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Barbour Branch - For Adults
A different creative activity will be highlighted each week to learn and practice a different science-based rewirement exercise to promote well-being.
Zumba with Krissy - Zumba con Krissy
Wednesday, March 6
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - For Adults & Teens
A fun dance exercise to the rhythm of Latin music and more.
Unase a Krissy en ejercicio divertido al son de ritmos de musica Latina y mas.
For more information and resources on Health and Wellness, click HERE
This project is funded by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Cooperative Agreement Number U24LM014070 with the University of Iowa, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, and the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System.
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“This is what women want: to be safe, to be valued, to live in peace, to have their own resources, to be connected, to have control over their bodies and lives, and above all, to be loved.”
― Isabel Allende, The Soul of a Woman
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