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May Art and Artists:

Main Library: Strawbridge Art League
Community Room: Space Coast Weavers
Display Case: Hank Gardner

NEW ONGOING PROGRAM! SHINE Individual Counseling
Fridays from 10am – 3pm, in Study Room 4
SHINE Individual Counseling is available on Fridays from 10am-1pm in Study Room 4! SHINE's (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) specially trained volunteers assist with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, and confidential. Appointments get priority but are not required. For more info call 321-323-9418 or email shinecocoabeach@gmail.com

CANCELLED - Wear Your Art! Painting Silk Scarves with Jo-Ann Jensen
Thursday, May 23 from 1-4:30pm
Regrettably, this workshop has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Free Friday Movies: Award-Losing Movies
Fridays, April 19 – May 24 at 3pm
These nominees didn’t always go home with the gold, but they shine in their own right. Popcorn and refreshments will be served.
May 24: Argo, rated R, 120 minutes

Art Journaling with Joan Throm
Tuesdays, May 28 at 10am, in the Jane von Thron Room
This technique consists of a non-dominant hand scribble, followed by using the dominant hand to color in areas, utilize simple designs and/or words to express one’s inner self. Art journaling restores inner tranquility and is a fun way to record responses to day-to-day feelings. Instructor Joan Throm is a doctoral student in pastoral counseling and a spiritual director. This is not a class series: attend any or all classes you wish. Cost is $5 to cover materials and supplies.

Films For Action Documentary Screening: World Without Water
Wednesday, May 29 at 6pm
Local resident Daren Krause presents these monthly screenings of films selected to raise awareness of important social, environmental, and media-related issues not covered by the mainstream news. World Without Water tells of the personal tragedies behind the mounting privatization of water supplies.

ONGOING PROGRAMS:

Mondays, 11am, Overeaters Anonymous. This group meets each Monday in the Jane von Thron Room. For further information contact Sandra H. at 321-452-2861.

Tuesdays, 10am, Writers' Workshop. New and experienced writers are welcome to these meetings in the Captain's Room. Call Mary Burruss at 321-783-6997 for more information.

Tuesdays, 4pm, Al-Anon Family Group. Friends and family of alcoholics meet every Tuesday in the Captain's Room.

2nd Tuesday, 1pm, Afternoon Book Discussion Group. The next meeting takes place June 11 in the Captain's Room and the selection will be Insane City by Dave Barry.

3rd Tuesday, 2pm, Playreaders Group. All attendees are provided with a copy of the play and are encouraged to participate. The next meeting takes place on June 18 in the Jane von Thron Room. Contact Jean Whitfield for details at 321-784-1105.

Wednesdays, 2-4pm, Socrates Café Engage in stimulating conversation on a variety of philosophical and existential topics. No reading or preparation required. Topic for May 29: Does nature shape us or is it nurture? Beginning April 3, Socrates Café will meet from 2-4pm on Wednesday afternoons.

2nd Wednesday, 10am, Morning Book Discussion Group. Newcomers are welcome to attend. The next meeting takes place June 12 in the Captain's Room and the selection will be The Age of Miracles by Karen Thomspon Walker.

Thursdays, 1-4pm, The Watercolor Group. This social, non-instructive painting group is open to anyone with an interest in watercolors. Bring your materials and paint with fellow artists. For further information, contact Cathy Brion (321-258-2011) or Jo Lincoln (321-868-0163).

2nd Thursday, 10:30am, Retirement Finances Explained. Local Financial Advisor Brad Bernkrant provides monthly advice and information on how to plan for and live comfortably within your retirement years. Refreshments are provided. The next meeting takes place on June 13.

Fridays, 10am-3pm, SHINE Individual Counseling. SHINE's (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) specially trained volunteers assist with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, confidential, and available every Friday at the library in Study Room 4. Appointments get priority but are not required. For more info call 321-323-9418 or email shinecocoabeach@gmail.com

Fridays, 10am-1pm, Master Gardening Clinic. Master Gardeners answer questions about plants, pests, diseases, etc, in this open house held each Friday in the Captain's Room. Contact Marion Anderson for details at 321-784-1874.

4th Friday, 10am-12pm. Walk-ins with Commissioner Chuck Nelson. The Commissioner will be available in the Captain’s Room to address issues of interest or concern. This month's open house will be held on May 24.

SPRING FITNESS

Tues., through 6/18. 6-6:50pm, Yoga for Core Strength with Kim Bolinger. Designed for those with some experience with yoga or other strength bearing exercise. Cost is $5 per session.

Tues., through 6/18, 7-7:50pm, Gentle Evening Yoga with Kim Bolinger. A gentle class designed to help release tension and reduce overall stress. Cost $5 per session.

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