ADULT PROGRAMS
CURRENT
PROGRAMS
- The Finkelstein Memorial Library is pleased to announce our current program line-up.
Caregiver Health & Wellness
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Mondays,
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Presented By: Volunteer Counseling Services of Rockland
- In Person Program Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
To register, please email:dnejman@vcs-inc.org or call: (845) 842-9116
This is a free service that provides resources for individuals who are caring for an elderly spouse, grandparent, mother, father, relative or non-related relative, like a good friend. Group members receive guidance, coping strategies, and share useful resources that have helped them through the caregiving journey.
This program is sponsored by the Rockland County Office for the Aging.
Guitar Lessons
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Mondays,
May 13, 20,
June 3, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Presented By: Chris Palmerini
- In-Person Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
- Register Here
Learn to play guitar with Chris! Six sessions with an experienced teacher, artist, and songwriter for only $25.
Students will need to provide their own guitar, however (no guitars with amps). Christ is a published songwriter and
has played with many popular artists throughout the years. He teaches at a grammar school in NJ to grades pre-k
through 8, and has taught private lessons since 2001.
Yoga Spring Session 2
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Mondays,
May 13, 20
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Presented By: Carolyn Iannone, E-RYT-200
- Virtual ONLY Program
- Register Here
Yoga is the union of breathing and mindful movement known to strengthen, energize, release stress and tension, and bring balance to your mind and body. All levels are welcome. Check with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program. Zoom joining information will be communicated to those registered and it can be shared with others. Recording is strictly prohibited. Classes will be closed and locked punctually at the start hour.
Matter of Balance:
Managing Concerns About Falls
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Tuesdays,
Through June 11th
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Presented By: Rockland County Department of Health
- In Person Program Finkelstein Memorial Library 3rd Floor Fielding Room
- Register Here
Do you have a fear of falling? Do you limit your activities because of a fear of falling? Have you had falls in the past? Are you interested in improving flexibility, balance, and strength? Are you age 60 or older, community-dwelling, and able to problem solve?
A Matter of Balance Fall Prevention Program will help you learn practical coping strategies to reduce your fear of falling and increase your activity level by doing strength and balance exercises. This 8-week series is led by trained coaches and meets for two hours once a week.
Knit & Crochet Virtual Meet-Up
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Tuesdays,
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Presented By: FML
- Virtual Event
- Register Here
The Knit & Crochet group meets weekly on Zoom to socialize, help each other with new techniques and show off their final works of art!
Defensive Driving
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Wednesday,
May 15, 2024
5:45 PM - 8:45 PM - Presented By: Diane Ordierno Mendez
- In-Person Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
- Register Here
As a New York Safety Council class, patrons will be able to get an insurance reduction and/or points off of your license. This program is offered in two parts. YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS IN ORDER TO QUALIFY AND BE ON TIME. The class fee is $35 payable by cash or check (made out to Diane Mendez) and must be given to her either at the FIRST class session. Finkelstein Library will not take money. Registration is first come, first serve.
Zumba Spring Session
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Thursdays,
May 16
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Presented By: Pauline Henriques
- Virtual Program
- Register Here
Participants should be capable of moderate aerobic exercise. Check with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program. So get your water bottle ready, and make sure you have lots of room to move!
ZUMBA Fitness classes are the most FUN way to lose weight and stay healthy! These classes are simple enough for anyone to follow. Options are given for beginners as well as advanced students so you can work at your own pace. The goal is for you to have a great time and not even realize you are getting an amazing workout. Classes are created to be safe, effective and FUN!
Soul Line Dancing
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Fridays,
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Presented By: Steven Dillard
- In-Person Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
- Register Here
Join us for an amazing workout and fun time learning Soul Line Dancing, which is a form of dance in which memory and execution come together. Participants will learn basic steps, rhythms and routines choreographed to R&B, Motown and Contemporary music. If you are new to line dancing, this is the class for you. Steve “Fun Bunch” Dillard brings easy-peasy line dances that will be broken down, to allow everyone a chance to learn at a comfortable pace.
Job Fair
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Saturday,
May 18, 2024
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Presented By: Rockland BOCES
- Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
Please join us for an exciting Job Fair! Arrive in your best business attire and resume in hand to connect with many Rockland County employers. Learn about current hiring incentives, explore new employment opportunities, and speak with employers in person. This event is free and all are welcome to attend! No registration is required.
Kosher Senior Resource Fair
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Sunday,
May 19, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Presented By: Kosher Senior Community Page
- Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
Join us for a wonderful resource fair to learn about the local services available to seniors. We will feature blood pressure readings, Q&A with local physicians, free giveaways, refreshments and face painting. For those interested in employment, bring your resume for on-site interviews with recruiters!
There is no registration required to attend this event.
Effective Communication
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Thursday,
May 23, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Presented By: Theresa Aguilera
- Virtual Program
- Register Here
Communication is more than just talking and listening—it is also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and lose the ability to use words, families need new ways to connect.
Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health. This program is sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Citizen Preparedness Seminar
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Tuesday,
May 28, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Presented By: Lt. Kyle Kilner
- Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
- Register Here
With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. The training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or manmade disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies.
Every attendee receives a free preparedness bag filled with helpful tools!
The Dangers of Social Media
& Why It Matters in Holocaust
and Genocide Studies
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Thursday,
May 30, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Presented By: Galeet Lipke
- Virtual Program
- Register Here
Almost every day we hear a news story about the dangers of social media – for young people’s mental health, the dissemination of conspiracy theories, and even as a recruiting place for extremist groups. Put plainly, much of social media today poses risks of violence (against self or others), discrimination, and fearmongering.
Online is a place that has potential to do and to share much good, but has also been co-opted by forces that seek to divide and anger us. Misinformation is spread as fact, conspiracy theories proliferate, stereotypes and hateful imagery are celebrated as humorous. It is also easy to fall into social media communities that become echo chambers for polarization, leading to extremism. This is an interactive workshop exploring propaganda, its meaning and methods, as used by the Nazis to spread lies, and stoke an irrational fear of others. We will focus on the dangers of misinformation in the media and on social platforms. Attendees will view a video about the Holocaust that asks the questions, “Where does such hatred come from? How could this have happened? Why?” Working collaboratively, we will discuss and participate in activities that address propaganda and the power of lies. We will also discuss critical thinking, and the need to separate truth from fiction in their daily lives, on the internet, and on social media.
Dance with Haiti Performance
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Tuesday,
June 11, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Presented By: Rose-Lyse Pierre
- Location: Finkelstein Memorial Library Fielding Room (3rd Floor)
- Register Here
Celebrate Haitian Heritage with us through dance, art, poetry and music! La Vie de Danse wants to create an artistic experience that celebrates the culture of the people of Haiti through dance. The objective of this event is to provide a professional and aesthetically pleasing experience that answers many questions. Haiti traditional dances are a part of the history and culture of the people of the country. They are the heart of the gatherings and play an important role in the expression of their spirituality. The dance of the people of Haiti has its origin in Africa. It tells the story of important events in life, invokes the spirits, and encourages fellowship among those who hear the sounds. La Vie De Danse aims to highlight the different styles of dance, such as kompa, festival dance, and religious dance. This showcase will help the community to better understand and connect to the culture of the Haitian people.
PAST
PROGRAMS
- Check out our Past Virtual programs!