Keep calm and join Miss Courtney each week for a virtual story time highlighting mindfulness techniques. With simple stretches, deep breathing, and stories selected to bring calm and joy to little ones and their families, we will explore ways to reduce stress and anxiety in an often hectic and unpredictable world. This program is geared for children 3-5 years old and their families.

Thursdays,
June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 
4 p.m.,
This program will stream live on Willard's Facebook Page, YouTube, and willardlibrary.org

Keep calm and join Miss Courtney each week for a virtual story time highlighting mindfulness techniques. With simple stretches, deep breathing, and stories selected to bring calm and joy to little ones and their families, we will explore ways to reduce stress and anxiety in an often hectic and unpredictable world. This program is geared for children 3-5 years old and their families.

Thursdays,
June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 
4 p.m.,
This program will stream live on Willard's Facebook Page, YouTube, and willardlibrary.org

On Friday, Gov. Whitmer extended the closure of places of public accommodation, including libraries, through at least June 12 (E.O. 2020-100). While our buildings are closed and we are prohibited from entering the building or providing in-person services, Willard Library continues to provide digital materials via download, virtual reference services, resources, and many virtual programs. For details, explore our Facebook page or website! We miss you.

Poetry, short stories, and excerpts from favorite books are on tap for Stories at Sundown, a story time for adults. Michael McCullough, Willard community engagement and local digital collection librarian, welcomes a different guest each week and invites you to sit back and relax as he reads at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 23, and 30, 
7:30 p.m.,
Willard Library's Facebook Page

Stress related to uncertainty, anticipation, and fear can wreak havoc on our health. A yoga practice can help you get grounded. Willard presents Meghan Luchies, a certified instructor with Essential Yoga, in a live-streaming yoga practice. She will guide participants through a basic flow, focusing on breathing and self-acceptance.

Mondays and Wednesdays,
May 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, and 27,
June 1,3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29,
5:30 p.m.
Live streaming on Willard's Facebook Page, You Tube, and willardlibrary.org

Certified instructor Amanda Wallace’s classes are designed to help you achieve a healthier state of mind and bring calm to your day. Wallace, of Yoga Everywhere, has been teaching since 2015.

Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30,
9:30 a.m.,
Live streaming on Willard's Facebook Page, You Tube, and willardlibrary.org