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Join us for an Open House and a viewing of Still Alice, a story of early on-set Alzheimer’s and its impact.
RSVP to Concierge at 203-204-8330.
The Bethel Public Library presents “The Not-So-Good Life of the Colonial Goodwife,” with author Velya Jancz-Urban on Wednesday October 7, 6:30-8:00 pm. Velya will share what she discovered about the challenges faced by colonial New England women while researching her novel Acquiescence. Learn what life was really like for these women as they dealt with everyday ailments and conditions. Some facts of colonial life will make you shudder, while you wonder what they were thinking back in those early days. You will also be offered a complimentary cup of Women’s Tonic Tea. The program is geared toward adults and young adults; please, no children.
Registration is required. Please register through the Library’s online calendar at www.bethellibrary.org, call the Library at 203-794-8756 x4, or sign up at the Library’s Reference Desk, Bethel Public Library, 189 Greenwood Avenue.
All programs sponsored by the Bethel Public Library meet accessibility requirements for the disabled. Those needing special accommodations should contact the Library two weeks prior to the program to make arrangements.
Learn about the difference between normal memory impairment and dementia, clues to look for and the next steps if you have concerns. Question and answer to follow. Light lunch served at 12:30 pm, presentation at 1:00 pm.
Come celebrate healthy living at Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Destination Wellness Expo that will take place on Saturday, November 7, from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M., at the Ridgefield Recreation Center, 195 Danbury Road. With vendors, activities, food, and a guest speaker, this year’s Expo will prove to be fantastic and informative for the whole family! For more information, visit www.ridgefieldchamber.org or call 203-438-5992.