Why I Like It: Art Review of The Waiting Room
Using crochet and tear-shaped beads, artist Stephanie Lanter created a Victorian-style opera glove to complement the Melancholia chair tableau – and convey the psychological weight of depression.
Health Information Blog
Fill your prescription for information here at the library. Understand a diagnosis, learn about options for treatment, and find resources for support of diseases and conditions. Featuring health, medical and wellness information that is written for the everyday person, the Health Information Neighborhood works to complement your doctor’s orders with a dose of information. We bring together books, DVDs, pamphlets, reliable online resources and our staff to help you find the information you need.
Recent Health Information Blog Posts
A Healthy Perspective – The Social Side of Getting Fit
Join Michael as he shares his personal journey through health and wellness. In this post learn how social networking can help you succeed in reaching your health and fitness goals.
Check out a Fitness Kit for new options for physical fitness and exercise
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! 6 different fitness kits are available for customers interested in physical fitness and exercise materials at the library.
Senior Fair Offers Helpful Information for Older Adults and Caregivers
On January 18th, 2012 the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library hosted a Senior Information Fair. Our goal was to inform older adults and their family members in our community about the variety of local services and businesses that cater to the needs of aging populations. The 250 attendees explored booths that focused on numerous topics ranging from health, nutrition, veterans’ benefits, legal, finance, volunteering, realty, tax assistance, athletics, and in-home care to maintain one’s independence.
If you missed the fair, you can still check out the list of exhibitors below and see what products, services, and information they offered to the attendees.
February is Heart Health Month – Do you know the warning signs of a heart attack?
A Healthy Perspective – New Year Same Resolution
Join Michael as he shares his personal journey through health and wellness. In this post learn where it all began and the resolution he is trying to keep.
Library sponsors Blood Drive this Tuesday
Community Blood Center will be hosting a Blood Drive for whole blood donations on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm in the Marvin Auditorium at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.
Fitness Kit: AbsBall Core Workout Kit
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! Check out an AbsBall Core Workout Kit with instructional DVD for 3 weeks from the library.
Fitness Kit: The FIRM 5 lb. Kettlebell kit
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! Check out The FIRM 5 lb. Kettlebell Kit with instructional DVD for 3 weeks from the library.
Fitness Kit: Tai Chi Beginner’s Kit
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! Check out Tai Chi Beginner’s Kit with instructional DVD for 3 weeks from the library.
Fitness Kit: Covered Resistance Cord Workout Kit
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! Check out a Covered Resistance Band Workout Kit with instructional DVD for 3 weeks from the library.
