FREE adult events for the month of September from the Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library

Thursday, September 15 @ 7 PM – Perspective Drawing Class

Join us for a drawing class where you’ll learn basic perspective terms and techniques in order to give your drawings a more realistic, three-dimensional look. (Limit 10, teens okay, no children).

Monday, September 19 @ 7 PM – The Fundamentals of Reiki Energy Healing

Are you ready for Reiki? Jeff Carpenter of Dimensions Reiki LLC will lead a workshop to introduce you to the history, basics, and benefits of Reiki energy therapy. Jeff takes a scientific approach to working with Spirit, and he will discuss many of his experiences during his evolution from rocket scientist and IT communications director to practicing Reiki Master and Teacher.

Thursday, September 22 @ 11 AM – Yoga Basics

This class is great for the beginner or experienced student as we give variations for all levels. Focusing on movement integrating breath, awareness, and alignment you will build strength, focus, flexibility, and balance for both mind and body. The class will be taught by Tula Yoga instructor, Jennifer Cavalieri. Please bring your own Yoga mat or large towel. Must be at least 16 years-old to participate. (Registration required, limited to 15)

Friday, September 23 @ 7 PM – After Hours Music: RB Express

The RB Express band is one of the finest, most entertaining bands to emerge from the Jersey Shore. Join us for this Doo Wop Concert complete with insightful commentaries preceding each number. As the members take turns singing lead on one song and harmony on the next, you’ll be transported back to the golden days of street corner serenades.

Monday, September 26 @ 7 PM – Meditation & Self-healing for Beginners

Meditation has been scientifically proven to activate the relaxation response, thus improving a vast array of health conditions. Meditation can relieve anxiety, depression, infertility, backaches, headaches, and the list goes on and on! In this introductory class, we will start the meditation process with breathing exercises and then progress into two 20 minute meditations. One meditation will be for relaxation, and the other will be for healing.

Special Notes: Please bring a mat or blanket to be comfortable on the floor. You are also encouraged to bring blankets, pillows, and to dress VERY comfortably in layers, as during meditation you may experience changes in body temperature. It is ideal to do this event while laying on the floor. Chairs will be provided for those who are not able to get down on the floor. Attendees who arrive later than 7:05PM will not be let into the event. This event will start promptly and those who arrive late disrupt the concentration process and affect the quality of the event. (Registration required, limited to 15)

Thursday, September 29 @ 7 PM – College Funding Workshop

College Funding Associates is here to help families minimize the time, energy, and stress associated with the financial aid process, which is time-consuming, overwhelming, and full of potential for mistakes which can cost thousands in lost aid. With so much information available these days, people need a one-stop resource to boil it down and get through the process quickly and comfortably. By integrating sound financial planning strategies with the rules and regulations of financial aid, you'll be able to comfortably send your children to college, have time to enjoy their high school and college years, and stay on track to retire.