June 2012 (PDF) - Toronto Public Library
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APRIL — JUNE <strong>2012</strong><br />
SENIORS MONTH PROGRAMS<br />
Secrets of the Idiot Millionaire<br />
Author Derek Foster reveals the strategies that allowed<br />
him to stop working, with no pension and no financial<br />
worries. He shares tips from his newest book, The Worried<br />
Boomer.<br />
North York Central <strong>June</strong> 21 2 pm<br />
Wills, Estates and Powers of Attorney (in Mandarin)<br />
Learn how to leave your legacy to your loved ones tax-free,<br />
income splitting strategies and inter-generations wealth<br />
transfer strategies and more. This program is conducted in<br />
Mandarin.<br />
Agincourt* <strong>June</strong> 25 6:30 pm<br />
Guard Against I.D. Theft<br />
Make sure it doesn’t happen to you. Discuss how to protect<br />
yourself against identity theft.<br />
North York Central* <strong>June</strong> 28 2 pm<br />
Health & Wellness<br />
Memory and Aging<br />
A lecture on memory changes that occur with age. Topics<br />
include: how our brains support memory, different types of<br />
memory and how they change with age, and factors that<br />
affect memory function.<br />
Barbara Frum* <strong>June</strong> 5 2 pm<br />
The Mitzvah Technique: Physical Solutions for Poor<br />
Posture, Tension and Stress<br />
Derived from the word ‘Mitzvah’ meaning a ‘good deed,'<br />
the Mitzvah Technique helps you to gently improve<br />
posture and mobility while reducing tension and stress<br />
during daily activities. The simple Mitzvah Technique<br />
exercises benefit all ages and fitness levels.<br />
North York Central <strong>June</strong> 5 7 pm<br />
Barbara Frum* <strong>June</strong> 19 2 pm<br />
Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more<br />
all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for<br />
upcoming dates and to find out what’s new.<br />
Understanding Your Health<br />
Workshops on understanding your health. Each week<br />
is a different health topic: cancer, diabetes, heart and<br />
stroke, memory and aging, Alzheimer’s Disease and stress<br />
management.<br />
Morningside* Thursdays, <strong>June</strong> 7-July 12 2 pm<br />
Simplify Your Life!<br />
Join Maxine Sidran for ways to declutter and organize your<br />
life and lifestyle.<br />
Palmerston <strong>June</strong> 12 7 pm<br />
Zumba Gold<br />
Zumba Gold is a Latin inspired dance fitness program<br />
for active older adults who want camaraderie, fun and<br />
exercise. Join Erin from Vintage Fitness for a “fitness party”<br />
that is downright addictive.<br />
Don Mills* <strong>June</strong> 15 2 pm<br />
Fitness for Seniors<br />
Learn from a fitness specialist the importance of staying<br />
healthy in all aspects of your life through exercise and<br />
social interaction. Included in the seminar is a 30-minute<br />
sample of a ‘sit fit’ class, in which you do stretches and<br />
light exercises in your chair.<br />
Eatonville* <strong>June</strong> 21 2 pm<br />
Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease<br />
A representative from the Alzheimer Society of <strong>Toronto</strong><br />
outlines signs and symptoms, risk factors, current research,<br />
programs and services available to persons living with<br />
Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.<br />
Don Mills* <strong>June</strong> 22 2 pm<br />
TO more programs in What's On:<br />
• Author Talks, Lectures page 7<br />
• Book Clubs page 14<br />
• Business, Legal & Finance page 17<br />
• Computer & <strong>Library</strong> training page 22<br />
• Keep <strong>Toronto</strong> Reading page 26<br />
• Thought Exchange programs page 31<br />
• Health & Wellness page 41<br />
• History & Genealogy page 45<br />
• Hobbies, Crafts & Games page 46<br />
* Call or visit the branch to register.<br />
ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131<br />
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