Gentle Yoga 
Tuesday, December 3 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Carmel Mountain Ranch Library

An instructor from Silver Age Yoga will lead a yoga program that can be done on a mat or a chair.  Silver Age Yoga is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to provide health enhancing yoga classes for seniors.  Although this program is designed for seniors, all ages are welcome.  Please bring water and a mat if needed. This program meets on Tuesdays from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM. 

American History for Everyone with Richard Lederer 
Saturday, December 7 | 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mission Hills/Hillcrest Library

Only 21% of Americans know which presidents are on Mount Rushmore, but more than half can name at least two members of the cartoon Simpson family. Richard Lederer has written American History for Everyone to help make the knowledge of our nation's history at least match Americans' knowledge of the Simpsons. In his presentation, Dr. Lederer will share some of the most informative and entertaining stories from his book. 

Life-Saving Kindness & Courage: Surviving World War II & the Holocaust, told by Bob Gans 
Saturday, January 11 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Mission Hills/Hillcrest Library

The story of Greta Taussig and Rudy Gans, as shared by their son Bob Gans, is a poignant tale of survival, resilience, and the enduring human spirit. Their experiences offer profound insights into the trials of persecution and exile during one of history’s darkest periods. Their journey began in Linz, Austria,  which became entangled in the horrors of the Third Reich. Greta emigrated to London to escape the encroaching Nazi threat, only to endure the relentless bombings of the Blitz. Rudy’s path led him through the notorious Dachau concentration camp. His eventual escape to Shanghai is a testament to his resilience and the life-saving bravery of those who aided him. Bob Gans’s presentation serves as a call to action, urging us to stand against injustice and support those in need, mirroring the assistance his parents received.  

The presentation will be supplemented by a display of artifacts and original documents. Retired attorney Bob Gans is a passionate believer in the lessons of the Holocaust. He is co-chair of Welcome Home, an organization dedicated to assisting refugees legally residing in San Diego. 

Healing Ourselves and the Planet with Plant-Based Foods 
Saturday, January 18 | 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mission Hills/Hillcrest Library

Liz Gary from New Options Food Group will explore the science behind a plant-based diet and how it can improve our health and the planet’s too. Learn how people are losing weight and reducing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer with the power of plant-based foods. Taste-test a variety of food products and take home valuable resources that will inspire you to continue enjoying the many health and environmental benefits of choosing plant-based options. 

Ancient Greek Art
Saturday, January 25 | 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mission Hills/Hillcrest Library

In this illustrated presentation by Gwenyth Mapes (Professor of Humanities at Grossmont College), learn about ancient Greek art. From the Greek Bronze Age through Athens’ Golden Age, learn about the art and architecture and how they provide vivid reminders of culture, war, and trade.