Tech Support. Librarian Victoria offers One-on-One Technical Help on Tuesday and Thursday, every other week thereafter until November 26. Sessions are 30 minutes. Get help with using cellphones, tablets, or computers. Each session must be registered for, and people can register for only one time slot per day. Register on wmlnj.org.
Tai Chi, November 15, 22 and Dec 6 from 3 to 4 p.m. at The Westfield Memorial Library. Dr. Gang Huang will begin teaching another session of The Fundamentals of Tai Chi. Tai Chi, an ancient practice that originated in China, is proven to boost both mental and physical health. Register for each session separately on the library’s website wmlnj.org. Each session builds upon skills learned the previous week.
Javier Zamora Virtual Author Event, Thursday, November 14 from 7 to 8 p.m. The library will present a virtual author talk through the Library Speaker Consortium: On Childhood Migration from Central America–In Conversation with Javier Zamora. You must register at www.wmlnj.org to receive the Zoom link.
Safe Sitter Babysitting Course, Saturday November 23, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Westfield Recreation Department is offering a Safe Sitter Babysitting (with CPR) certification class for teens in grades 6 to 9. Students learn lifesaving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information on what to do if there’s severe weather. role-playing exercises. Students will use CPR manikins to demonstrate skills for choking rescue and CPR and receive certification! Safety Skills: Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures, weather, or household emergencies. Child Care Skills: Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. They also learn the ages and stages of child development and childcare. First Aid & Rescue Skills: Learning skills such as choking rescue and CPR is often students’ favorite part of the class. Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. Life & Business Skills: The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Pre-Registration is required. Registrer @ https://secure.rec1.com/NJ/westfield-nj/catalog/ questions recreation@westfieldnj.gov
Aqua Turkey Trot, Monday, November 25, 12 to 12:55 p.m. at the Cranford YMCA. Dash with us before you dine in this fun twist on a Thanksgiving tradition! Hop in the pool for aqua jogging in your choice of shallow or deep water, plus some trivia fun! Free and open to the community age 15+. Registration is required. Visit westfieldynj.org for more details.
Aqua Turkey Trot, Wednesday, November 27, 9:30 to 10:25 a.m. Aqua Turkey Trot at WestfieldAreaYMCA. Dash with us before you dine in this fun twist on a Thanksgiving tradition! Hop in the pool for aqua jogging in your choice of shallow or deep water, plus some trivia fun! Free and open to the community age 15+. Registration is required. Visit westfieldynj.org for more details.
Holiday Food Drive, Westfield Fire Department’s FMBA Local 30 is running their annual holiday food drive. They will be working with local religious and civic organizations in the community to provide meal bags for over 140 families in need this year. They will be collecting non-perishable food donations and food store gift cards from now until Friday, December 6 at Fire Headquarters (405 North Avenue W.) and Fire Station #2 (1029 Central Avenue) from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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