Newcastle Library

For adults. Dance is a great way to center the body and work your balance, strength, flexibility and posture. Anyone can learn these basics and use them in everyday life. Join us for this slow-paced, relaxed, beginning dance class. Twenty spots available. 

For adults. Sound and music experienced with the entire body, mind and spirit are effective components of balance, relaxation and healing. Join artist Jennifer B. Moore to experience of the benefits of sound. Chairs available for those who prefer to sit. Please register at kcls.org.

Geared towards older adults, but all are welcome. Experience how simple meditation techniques and gentle movement can balance your mind and body. Learn about the benefits and be guided through a few exercises you can do daily from home.  Presented by Archana Jain in partnership with local Newcastle nonprofit, TeensWhoCare.us. Registration not required. 

Geared towards older adults, but all are welcome. Experience how simple meditation techniques and gentle movement can balance your mind and body. Learn about the benefits and be guided through a few exercises you can do daily from home. Registration not required. 

For teens and adults. Qigong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is an “energy exercise” that connects the mind and body to promote healing. Learn to use your breath in a simple practice to help circulate your body’s energy and connect with others.  Please register at kcls.org.

Geared towards older adults, but all are welcome. Experience how simple meditation techniques and gentle movement can balance your mind and body. Learn about the benefits and be guided through a few exercises you can do daily from home.  Presented by Archana Jain in partnership with local Newcastle nonprofit, TeensWhoCare.us. Registration not required. 

For adults. If you sometimes feel a little “stuck” in your grief, join author and grief specialist Dr. Bob Baugher to look at common grief reactions, obstacles to getting grief out and 20 suggestions for working on your grief. Please register at kcls.org. 

For adults. Local artist Sarah Varon introduces the medium of acrylics, guiding us through creating a simple painting with a few basic supplies. All supplies provided.  Please register at kcls.org.

For adults. Tech savvy volunteers will provide group lessons and, when possible, one-on-one help for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. Bring your smart phone, iPad or laptop and your questions.  Please register at kcls.org.

For adults. In the 1880s, Seattle became a major coal port in the United States and by way of coal, Seattle also became a center of industry and transportation including shipbuilding, steam engines and boilers.  Newcastle, Issaquah, Renton and Black Diamond were the major coal mines in the area. Author John Goodfellow tells the storyMore