David Lowery delivers a poetic statement on the passage of time.

We spend our time on earth sailing through the traces of others. We dont always see their footprints or smell the residue of their perfume, but we subliminally know someones already been wherever we currently are. Hauntingly anchored in this awareness, A Ghost Story is a poetic statement on the passage of time and on eternity that thoughtfully ponders the spiritual, circular history of places and objects. Through the tale of a romantic relationship tragically cut too short, David Lowerys latest finds a new and heartbreaking angle into the way people fade away and those that are left behind cope with grief.

Sure, there is indeed a ghost in this film. Confused, broken and regretful, that ghost floats around aimlessly and continues to spookily linger in the house he once occupied with his significant other. But dont let the title (and my shorthand description) fool you: this isnt your typical, run-of-the-mill haunted house horror film.

Instead, A Ghost Story is a singularly, defiantly unique experiment that deals with massive ideas via modest means. And it is likely to frighten you (especially if youve experienced the kind of grief the film portrays), just not quite in the way you might expect. Throw away most of the afterlife-related wisdom you gained from the likes of The Conjuring, Ghost, and Changeling, except for that deep, painful sense of regret. You will need that familiar sorrow and perhaps the kind of empathy Alejandro Amenbars The Others finds for tormented ghouls, in engaging with Lowerys lovely tale.

In A Ghost Story, the aforementioned romantic relationship belongs to a couple played by Rooney Mara and Casey Affleck. The names of their characters arent quite identified beyond M and C respectively. We dont really get to learn much about them; we dont even know how long theyve been together. But we see through their togethernessin their spooning on their couch and intimacy while asleepenough to gather theyre comfortably, lovingly settled in their cozy relationship. They seem gentle with each other: they softly touch and share delicate, expressive kisses.

It doesnt all seem like smooth sailing, however. (But what relationship is easy?)For starters, C cant seem to contribute to the process of mutual decision-making he is the kind who frustratingly puts off things he doesnt want to deal with. And the two dont seem to agree on whether their house a rural, simple one-story home with a seemingly generic exterior is the right place for them to reside at. But alas, those worries prove to be trivial ones soon enough, as a car crash claims Cs life out of the blue. But he rises underneath the bed sheet hes wrapped up in at the hospital and follows M back home.

At first glance (and even on paper), a ghost wandering around underneath a bed sheet can seem notoriously silly and childish. After all, a presence covered in a sheet is hardly an original depiction of a ghost: it is the first image people universally think of about spirits that linger on earth. But Lowerys costume designer Annell Brodeur boldly embraces this minimalist and commonplace mental image and makes it uniquely her own through a specific design, with a curious volume and a long train that leaves an implied trace whenever C moves. As we experience more of Cs confusion and regrets during his souls extended time on earth, the bed sheet astonishingly takes the form of a tortured presence right before our eyes. We internally weep as C watches M move out and sees other families and persons move into (or perhaps invade) the house he once loved and lived in. We understand and even sympathize when he eventually distresses some of the new residents as an extension of his own bewilderment. The sheet does not cover any of it up, but rather elevates the on-screen woe.

But in the end, this film belongs to Maras M, who quietly yet visibly wears her grief and sadness on her sleeve in her every move. Lowery carefully photographs M in a studious fashion: his long takes and meticulously photographic lighting and compositions (lensed by cinematographer Andrew Droz Palermo) injects every object around M with so much weight and meaning that we cant for a second forget they are all a part of her memories with C. In one (now infamous) scene that Lowery films in one take, she devours a pie a concerned neighbor leaves on her kitchen counter. Mara, in perhaps one of the bravest and most unique depictions of on-screen grief ever, lyrically externalizes a very private, internal pain. As she stabs the pie monotonously bite after bite, her emotions journey through sadness, anger, vengeance and submission in this tranquil meditation on life and afterlife, made for thosecurious and brave enough to step outside the right now and gaze towards both the past and future with an inquiring mind. If you are among them, you might just find a lifetime of riches inside this deeply, unapologetically melancholic miracle of a film.

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The Exercise Prescription for Depression, Anxiety, and Stress

Everyone knows that regular exercise is good for the body. But exercise is also one of the most effective ways to improve your mental health. Regular exercise can have a profoundly positive impact on depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. It also relieves stress, improves memory, helps you sleep better, and boosts overall mood. And you dont have to be a fitness fanatic to reap the benefits. Research indicates that modest amounts of exercise can make a difference. No matter your age or fitness level, you can learn to use exercise as a powerful tool to feel better.

Exercise is not just about aerobic capacity and muscle size. Sure, exercise can improve your physical health and your physique, trim your waistline, improve your sex life, and even add years to your life. But thats not what motivates most people to stay active.

People who exercise regularly tend to do so because it gives them an enormous sense of well-being. They feel more energetic throughout the day, sleep better at night, have sharper memories, and feel more relaxed and positive about themselves and their lives. And its also powerful medicine for many common mental health challenges.

Studies show that exercise can treat mild to moderate depression as effectively as antidepressant medicationbut without the side-effects, of course. In addition to relieving depression symptoms, research also shows that maintaining an exercise schedule can prevent you from relapsing.

Exercise is a powerful depression fighter for several reasons. Most importantly, it promotes all kinds of changes in the brain, including neural growth, reduced inflammation, and new activity patterns that promote feelings of calm and well-being. It also releases endorphins, powerful chemicals in your brain that energize your spirits and make you feel good. Finally, exercise can also serve as a distraction, allowing you to find some quiet time to break out of the cycle of negative thoughts that feed depression.

Exercise is a natural and effective anti-anxiety treatment. It relieves tension and stress, boosts physical and mental energy, and enhances well-being through the release of endorphins. Anything that gets you moving can help, but youll get a bigger benefit if you pay attention instead of zoning out.

Try to notice the sensation of your feet hitting the ground, for example, or the rhythm of your breathing, or the feeling of the wind on your skin. By adding this mindfulness elementreally focusing on your body and how it feels as you exerciseyoull not only improve your physical condition faster, but you may also be able to interrupt the flow of constant worries running through your head.

Ever noticed how your body feels when youre under stress? Your muscles may be tense, especially in your face, neck, and shoulders, leaving you with back or neck pain, or painful headaches. You may feel a tightness in your chest, a pounding pulse, or muscle cramps. You may also experience problems such as insomnia, heartburn, stomachache, diarrhea, or frequent urination. The worry and discomfort of all these physical symptoms can in turn lead to even more stress, creating a vicious cycle between your mind and body.

Exercising is an effective way to break this cycle. As well as releasing endorphins in the brain, physical activity helps to relax the muscles and relieve tension in the body. Since the body and mind are so closely linked, when your body feels better so, too, will your mind.

Exercising regularly is one of the easiest and most effective ways to reduce the symptoms of ADHD and improve concentration, motivation, memory, and mood. Physical activity immediately boosts the brains dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin levelsall of which affect focus and attention. In this way, exercise works in much the same way as ADHD medications such as Ritalin and Adderall.

Evidence suggests that by really focusing on your body and how it feels as you exercise, you can actually help your nervous system become unstuck and begin to move out of the immobilization stress response that characterizes PTSD or trauma. Instead of thinking about other things, pay close attention to the physical sensations in your joints and muscles, even your insides as your body moves. Exercises that involve cross movement and that engage both arms and legssuch as walking (especially in sand), running, swimming, weight training, or dancingare some of your best choices.

Outdoor activities like hiking, sailing, mountain biking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, and skiing (downhill and cross-country) have also been shown to reduce the symptoms of PTSD.

Sharper memory and thinking. The same endorphins that make you feel better also help you concentrate and feel mentally sharp for tasks at hand. Exercise also stimulates the growth of new brain cells and helps prevent age-related decline.

Higher self-esteem. Regular activity is an investment in your mind, body, and soul. When it becomes habit, it can foster your sense of self-worth and make you feel strong and powerful. Youll feel better about your appearance and, by meeting even small exercise goals, youll feel a sense of achievement.

Better sleep. Even short bursts of exercise in the morning or afternoon can help regulate your sleep patterns. If you prefer to exercise at night, relaxing exercises such as yoga or gentle stretching can help promote sleep.

More energy. Increasing your heart rate several times a week will give you more get-up-and-go. Start off with just a few minutes of exercise a day, and increase your workout as you feel more energized.

Stronger resilience. When faced with mental or emotional challenges in life, exercise can help you cope in a healthy way, instead of resorting to alcohol, drugs, or other negative behaviors that ultimately only make your symptoms worse. Regular exercise can also help boost your immune system and reduce the impact of stress.

Wondering just how active you need to be to get a mental health boost? Its probably not as much as you think. You dont need to devote hours out of your busy day, train at the gym, sweat buckets, or run mile after monotonous mile. You can reap all the physical and mental health benefits of exercise with 30-minutes of moderate exercise five times a week. Two 15-minute or even three 10-minute exercise sessions can also work just as well.

If that still seems intimidating, dont despair. Even just a few minutes of physical activity are better than none at all. If you dont have time for 15 or 30 minutes of exercise, or if your body tells you to take a break after 5 or 10 minutes, for example, thats okay, too. Start with 5- or 10-minute sessions and slowly increase your time. The more you exercise, the more energy youll have, so eventually youll feel ready for a little more. The key is to commit to do some moderate physical activityhowever littleon most days. As exercising becomes habit, you can slowly add extra minutes or try different types of activities. If you keep at it, the benefits of exercise will begin to pay off.

A recent study in the UK found that people who squeeze their exercise routines into one or two sessions at the weekend experience almost as many health benefits as those who work out more often. So dont let a busy schedule at work, home, or school be an excuse to avoid activity. Get moving whenever you can find the timeyour mind and body will thank you!

Research shows that moderate levels of exercise are best for most people. Moderate means:

So now you know that exercise will help you feel much better and that it doesnt take as much effort as you might have thought. But taking that first step is still easier said than done. Exercise obstacles are very realparticularly when youre also struggling with mental health. Here are some common barriers and what you can do to get past them.

Feeling exhausted. When youre tired or stressed, it feels like working out will just make it worse. But the truth is that physical activity is a powerful energizer. Studies show that regular exercise can dramatically reduce fatigue and increase your energy levels. If you are really feeling tired, promise yourself a 5-minute walk. Chances are youll be able to go five more minutes.

Feeling overwhelmed. When youre stressed or depressed, the thought of adding another obligation can seem overwhelming. Working out just doesnt seem doable. If you have children, managing childcare while you exercise can be a big hurdle.Just remember that physical activity helps us do everything else better. If you begin thinking of physical activity as a priority, you will soon find ways to fit small amounts in a busy schedule.

Feeling hopeless.Even if youre starting at ground zero, you can still workout. Exercise helps you get in shape. If you have no experience exercising, start slow with low-impact movement a few minutes each day.

Feeling pain. If you have a disability, severe weight problem, arthritis, or any injury or illness that limits your mobility, talk to your healthcare provider about ways to safely exercise. You shouldnt ignore pain, but rather do what you can, when you can. Divide your exercise into shorter, more frequent chunks of time if that helps, or try exercising in water to reduce joint or muscle discomfort.

Feeling bad about yourself. Are you your own worst critic? Its time to try a new way of thinking about your body. No matter what your weight, age or fitness level, there are others like you with the goals of getting fit. Try surrounding yourself with people in your shoes. Take a class with people at a variety of fitness levels. Accomplishing even the smallest fitness goals will help you gain body confidence.

Many of us find it hard enough to motivate ourselves to exercise at the best of times. When we feel depressed, anxious, stressed or have other mental or emotional problems, it can be doubly difficult. This is especially true of depression and anxiety, and it can leave you feeling trapped in a catch-22 situation. You know exercise will make you feel better, but depression has robbed you of the energy and motivation you need to exercise, or your social anxiety means you cant bear the thought of being seen at an exercise class or running through the park. So, what can you do?

When youre under the cloud of an emotional disorder and havent exercised for a long time, setting yourself extravagant goals like completing a marathon or working out for an hour every morning will only leave you more despondent if you fall short. Better to set yourself achievable goals and build up from there.

That may be first thing in the morning before work or school, or at lunchtime before the mid-afternoon lull hits, or in longer sessions at the weekend. If depression or anxiety has you feeling tired and unmotivated all day long, try dancing to some music or simply going for a walk. Even a short, 15-minute walk can help clear your mind, improve your mood, and boost your energy level. As you move and start to feel a little better, youll experience a greater sense of control over your well-being. You may even feel energized enough to exercise more vigorouslyby walking further, breaking into a run, or adding a bike ride, for example.

Focus on activities you enjoy.Any activity that gets you moving counts. That could include throwing a Frisbee with a dog or friend, walking laps of a mall window shopping, or cycling to the grocery store. If youve never exercised before or dont know what you might enjoy, try a few different things. Activities such as gardening or tackling a home improvement project can be great ways to start moving more when you have a mood disorderas well as helping you become more active, they can also leave you with a sense of purpose and accomplishment.

Be comfortable.Whatever time of day you decide to exercise, wear clothing thats comfortable and choose a setting that you find calming or energizing. That may be a quiet corner of your home, a scenic path, or your favorite city park.

Reward yourself.Part of the reward of completing an activity is how much better youll feel afterwards, but it always helps your motivation to promise yourself an extra treat for exercising. Reward yourself with a hot bubble bath after a workout, a delicious smoothie, or with an extra episode of your favorite TV show.

Make exercise a social activity.Exercising with a friend or loved one, or even your kids will not only make exercising more fun and enjoyable, it can also help to motivate you to stick to a workout routine. Youll also feel better than exercising alone. In fact, when youre suffering from a mood disorder such as depression, the companionship can be just as important as the exercise.

Dont have 30 minutes to dedicate to yoga or a bike ride? Dont worry. Think about physical activity as a lifestyle rather than just a single task to check off. Look at your daily routine and consider ways to sneak in activity here, there, and everywhere. Need ideas? Weve got them.

In and around your home. Clean the house, wash the car, tend to the yard and garden, mow the lawn with a push mower, sweep the sidewalk or patio with a broom.

At work and on the go. Bike or walk to an appointment rather than drive, banish all elevators and get to know every staircase possible, briskly walk to the bus stop then get off one stop early, park at the back of the lot and walk into the store or office, take a vigorous walk during your coffee break.

With the family. Jog around the soccer field during your kids practice, make a neighborhood bike ride part of weekend routine, play tag with your children in the yard, go canoeing at a lake, walk the dog in a new place.

Just for fun. Pick fruit at an orchard, boogie to music, go to the beach or take a hike, gently stretch while watching television, organize an office bowling team, take a class in martial arts, dance, or yoga.

You dont have to spend hours in a gym or force yourself into long, monotonous workouts to experience the many benefits of exercise. These tips can help you find activities you enjoy and start to feel better, look better, and get more out of life. See: How to Start Exercising and Stick to It

More help for healthy living

Physical Activity and Mental Health Details how being active can help depression and other mental health issues. (Royal College of Psychiatrists)

The Exercise Effect Discusses the mental health benefits of exercise and why it should be used more frequently in mental health treatment. (American Psychological Association)

Exercising to Relax How physical activity and autoregulation exercises can help reduce stress. (Harvard Medical School)

Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms How to relieve symptoms with exercise, including tips to help you get started and stay motivated. (Mayo Clinic)

For Depression, Prescribing Exercise Before Medication Article about how aerobic activity has shown to be an effective treatment for many forms of depression. (The Atlantic)

Guide to Physical Activity Provides many examples and ideas of physical activity that you might not have considered exercise. (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)

Exercise: How to Get Started An overview of exercise basics including stretches. (familydoctor.org)

Fitness Basics A comprehensive guide to fitness including overcoming barriers, creative ways to exercise, types of exercise and measuring your heart rate. (Mayo Clinic)

Tips to Help You Get Active A step-by-step guide to getting active, breaking down how to overcome barriers and practical tips on getting started. (National Institutes of Health)

Weekend workouts can benefit health as much as a week of exercise - Details of a study into the health benefits of exercising just at weekends. (The Guardian)

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Actress Emma Rigby watches as Dima Konchoro receives her oil ration during a food distribution excercise in Bubisa, Marsabit, on 22nd June 2017 that was organised by CAFOD's partner Caritas Marsabit. Each family received rations of rice, beans cooking oil and sugar.

Mareeg.com-CAFOD celebrity ambassador Emma Rigby has just returned to the U.K following a visit to Northern Kenya to see how money raised from the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) and CAFODs East Africa Crisis Appeal, have been used to support the millions of people living in the region who are in urgent need of food and water due to devastating drought.

Through no fault of their own, the drought has caused people to lose their entire livelihoods livestock cattle, goats, camels which they are utterly dependent upon for their survival, said Ms. Rigby, 27.

On an emotional five-day trip, the ex- Hollyoaks actress, visited remote parts of northern Kenya, travelling with CAFOD and its local Caritas aid workers, to see how they deliver emergency aid to vulnerable families.

Visiting the Daaba community in Isiolo, she saw how a mobile nutrition clinic, was a life-line to mothers and their malnourished children.

Father Stephen Murage, director of Caritas Isiolo, who accompanied Emma, told her:

We never give up, whether the fourth, fifth, sixth drought, we never give up. We cant stand by and let people suffer. We must respond. Responding creates hope in peoples hearts. When people see Caritas, they find the strength to carry on, to survive.

Travelling further north, from Isiolo to Marsabit, Ms. Rigby saw urgently needed food being distributed to the community in Bubisa.

I met amazing women who, somehow, had found the will and the spirit to survive, said Emma.

She saw the dignified approach with whichCAFODs local Caritas aid workers from Caritas Marsabit, delivered vital food aid to 3,000 people each village representative collects the food aid and distributes it amongst the families in their village rather than queueing for hoursto receive their sacks of food, the village group sits together, and divides up the food aid, according to the needs of each family.

Emma continued: Here the community decided, with Caritas Marsabit, on a better way to distribute food aid, that didnt involve queuing, but did involve the participation of the community in their village groups.

What might seem a small detail to me or you, meant so much to the mainly women I met, they told me they felt in control, and their dignity had been restored.

The UN estimates that 23 million people across South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia and northern Kenya are in need of humanitarian assistance, and wherehalf a million children under five are at risk of dying fromsevere acute malnutritionand requireimmediate life-saving treatment.

The DEC East Africa Crisis Appeal has raised 60 million, three months on from its appeal launch in March; and CAFODs own appeal has raised almost 4 million, to tackle the hunger crisis with local solutions.

Aid is reaching people suffering a humanitarian crisis in parts of East Africa, but ongoing drought and conflict are making the situation worse.CAFOD and its local Caritas aid agencies, continue to urgently support those hit by the devastating drought across East Africa. Emma, set to star in ITVsEndeavourthis autumn, said:

Three months may have passed by since this crisis hit the media headlines, but the needs are still great, the effect of this drought is not over.

CAFOD and its local aid workers are doing invaluable work providing aid where its needed most.

Ive learned that the aid I saw being delivered is more than just aid, it truly gives people a sense of hope and restores dignity.

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Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is an ancient Chinese "internal" or "soft" martial art often practised for its health-giving and spiritual benefits; it is non-competitive, gentle, and generally slow-paced.[1] Contrary to the Western concept of "no pain, no gain," one hour of tai chi actually burns more calories than surfing and nearly as many as downhill skiing, so it's definitely a veritable workout.[2] But that's just one of the many benefits! By increasing strength, flexibility, body awareness and mental concentration, tai chi can improve your health, too.

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What are some good Tai Chi moves for someone who is over 58 years old?

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All moves are good and beneficial for everyone interested in learning Tai Chi. They only have to be adjusted to the students needs and body limitations. You must find an instructor that can help you accomplish this task.

Can anyone tell me why I am not able to feel the chi ball?

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Feeling chi at its core takes practice; for some, it takes years. Start small. Rub your hands together (like you're starting a fire) while deep breathing for 30 seconds or so. Then close your eyes and enjoy the tingling in your hands. Welcome to your chi.

Will Tai Chi help with depression?

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It can be beneficial, as studies have shown that any type of physical activity can help counteract depression.

Does my body need to be tensed for every move if I am doing tai chi?

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No. There is no tension anywhere in practicing Tai Chi. Tension is what you are expelling.

Is it possible for a 12 year old to do this?

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Yes, its like yoga or meditation, and any age can benefit from it.

I am undergoing treatment for breast cancer and have been told about Tai Chi. How do I get started?

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Look for Tai Chi resources in your area.

Will Tai Chi help with stress?

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Yes. The fluid motions combined with breathing is a great way to relieve stress.

I am over 70 years of age and have had three spine operations, which left me with some screws in my back. Is it safe for me to try tai chi if I cannot bend properly anymore?

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Check with your doctor first, but all forms can be adapted to the needs of the student. They can even be done sitting.

Where can I get a Tai Chi video or instructional teaching aid?

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Check your local library and YouTube. Libraries should have a few videos that can be checked out, and several books on the topic. YouTube has many instructional videos, with some offering items for purchase.

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SEVIERVILLE -- What is Tai Chi for Arthritis? It is not a food, nor a medication. It is a series of slow gentle, research and evidence based movements designed to improve overall health, especially arthritis. Tai Chi is practiced around the world. Here in Sevier County, participants have the opportunity to learn Tai Chi 1 by attending eight classes instructed by UT Extension at the King Family Library.

The eight classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., beginning July 11 to August 3.

Recently, the Center for Disease Control named Tai Chi as a top exercise for preventing falls. The US National Institute of Health promoted Tai Chi movements for its benefits, such as improved flexibility, muscle strength, balance, coordination, improved sleep and overall wellness.

"Easy, enjoyable, slow, beneficial, and relaxing" are the words past participants used for describing local Tai Chi classes. The movements are taught by a certified instructor of UT Extension, Linda Hyder. Participants learn the steps in progression as a group during each session. The steps are smooth, gentle, and can be enjoyed by all ages, not just for those with arthritis.

Registration and payment is necessary to join the Tai Chi for Arthritis classes Tuesday - August 3. The cost is $30 total and must be prepaid. Class fee will not be accepted at the King Family Library building at anytime. Fees must be mailed to UT Extension in Sevier County.

To register, mail a check to UT Extension, 752 Old Knoxville Highway, Sevierville, Tennessee 37862. Checks made payable to: UT Extension - Sevier County. Class size is limited, so participants will register on "first come, first serve" basis.

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Divine Joy Yoga Rincon United Church of Christ, 122 N. Craycroft Road. Yoga. Visit divinejoyyoga.com to see all locations. 9-10 a.m. July 13, 18 and 20. $6. 808-9383.

Yoga in the Buff Movement Culture, 435 E. Ninth St. Clothing optional co-ed. 4-5 p.m. Thursdays. $5. 250-2331.

Hot Yoga Rooted, 1600 N. Tucson Blvd. Full body flow. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $10. 1-435-671-9033.

Tibetan Yoga Awam Tibetan Buddhist Institute, 3400 E. Speedway. Focuses on the breath as it works with the asanas. All ages. 10-11 a.m. Saturdays. $5. 622-8460.

Tucson Tuesday Laughter Yoga Quaker Meeting House, 931 N. Fifth Ave. To promote peace and healing. 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Free. 490-5500.

Saturday Tai Chi Floor Polish Dance Studio, 215 N. Hoff Ave. Learn chi-building standing meditation and Yang form Tai Chi Chuan movement. 1-2 p.m. Saturdays. $10. 333-5905.

Tai Chi for Health Resurrection Lutheran Church, 11575 N. First Ave, Oro Valley. Improve balance, mental clarity, relieve pain and create an overall feeling of well-being through natural breathing and slow, gentle, meditative body movements. 1-2 p.m. Mondays. $10; $60 for nine weeks.780-6751.

Tai Chi for Health St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E. River Road. Safe, effective and fun way to improve balance, mental clarity, relieve pain and create an overall feeling of well-being. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays. $10; $60 for nine weeks.780-6751.

Seated Tai Chi for Health Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Road. For those who want to improve their health but cant stand to exercise. 1-2 p.m. July 19 and 26. $24 for four classes. 465-2890.

Martial arts/meditation and more

Taekwondo Wellness Intuition Wellness Center, 5675 N. Oracle Road. Learn traditional Taekwondo philosophy and core principles, self-care, stress management, coping skills, social skills and mindfulness meditation. 4:15 p.m class for ages 7-12; 5:15 p.m. for ages 12 and up. 4:15 and 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $20. 333-3320.

Capoeira for Kids Studio Ax, 2928 E. Broadway. Children learn the basics of Tucson Capoeira Martial Arts through games and exercises. Ages 5-12. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Free first class; $15. 990-1820.

Capoeira for Kids Studio Ax. Learn the basics of Tucson Capoeira Martial Arts through games and exercises. Ages 5-12. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. May 9-Dec. 7. Free first class; $15.

Kettlebell Fit Centerline Movement, 1600 N. Tucson Blvd. Strength and conditioning. 18 and up. 7-8 a.m. July 13, 18 and 20. $25. 975-0292.

Tucson Community Capoeira Classes All Levels Movement Culture. Build strength, and test endurance while learning the basic history and traditions. 4-6 p.m. Saturdays. $10.

Kids Capoeira Movement Culture. Develop; balance, motor coordination, speed and strength. Wear loose pants/sweat pants and t-shirt, training will be in bare feet or martial-art/dance shoes. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Mondays. $10.

Tucson Capoeira intro class Movement Culture. Introduction to the four core expressions of Capoeira : Movement, music, philosophy, and history. 5:30-7 p.m. Mondays. Free.

Tucson Capoeira Beginners Class Movement Culture. Dance, acrobatics and music. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. $15.

PWR!Gym Wellness Series (Pelvic Floor Exercise) PWR! Parkinson Wellness Recovery, 140 W. Fort Lowell Road. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can help optimize function relating to bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction. 4-5:30 p.m. July 20. Free. 591-5346.

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Three special events highlight this coming weeks free activities at your library:

A Taste of Tai Chi for adults will be held every Friday in July starting tomorrow from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Join Jeanette to learn about and practice tai chi. This is an ancient form of meditation in motion that is a great form of exercise, an effective way to alleviate stress and is fun. No registration is required.

Fly-Fishing Basics classes for adults take place Mondays, July 10 and July 17, from 10 a.m. to noon at the library to go over basic knot-tying, equipment and setup (repeat sessions). Part two takes place Wednesdays, July 12 and July 19, at Yamaguchi Park, where Mark will help you practice basic casting techniques. An optional trip to the river will take place July 15 and 22. Registration is preferred.

Write Your Own Story is a special writing event for tweens on Wednesday, July 12, from 4 to 5 p.m., when local author Mariko Tatsumoto will teach fourth- through eighth-graders how to write a story and talk a little about her own books.

Summer Reading Program

Your librarys free Summer Reading Program is underway now with the theme of Build a Better World, with special activities for all ages and prizes for participation. Stop by the front desk to register and pick up your bingo sheet.

Mark your calendars for the closing celebration party on July 28 from 4:30 to 6 p.m., when prizes will be presented and everyone will enjoy music, crafts and snacks.

Book fair

Mark your calendars for this summers Friends of the Library book fair at the Centerpoint Church Aug. 11 at 5 p.m. for the Friends potluck, annual meeting and advance book sale, and Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the public sale.

Summer Reading Club for kids today

Every Thursday, were hosting different free fun events from 10:30 a.m. to noon for kids. Today, July 6, youll design a marble maze. On July 13 youll paint your own masterpiece. On July 20 youll build a house that can stand against the big bad wolf. On July 27 youll create a flextangle and other paper crafts.

All-ages movie tomorrow

Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 7, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for a PG movie suitable for all ages. Our contract does not allow us to identify the film titles in the media, but you can find them listed on the activities calendars.

Medicare 101 tomorrow

Katy will help you understand your Medicare rights, options, deadlines, possible penalties and where to find the information you need in this free session tomorrow, Friday, July 7, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

LEGO Club Saturday

LEGO Club for kids 6-12 years old is free from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 8. Weve got the LEGOs just bring your imagination.

Book club for adults

Our free book club for adults meets the second Tuesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. to discuss alternating fiction and nonfiction titles. On July 11, we will discuss The Muralist by B.A. Shipero. Stop by to pick up a copy. No registration is required.

Read with a Ranger

On Wednesday, July 12, from 1 to 2 p.m., youngsters are invited to join Pagosa Ranger Brandon from the U.S. Forest Service to meet some heroes of the night and explore some of their superpowers for survival in the San Juan National Forest. Typically, kids aged 6-10 attend, but these free fun sessions are open to all ages.

Spanish instruction

Join us for this basic course on Wednesday, July 12, from 4 to 5 p.m. to improve your ability to speak and understand Spanish. This month, we will be learning how to describe things. No registration is required.

Teen role-playing

The free role-playing game for seventh- through 12th-graders takes place next Thursday, July 13, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Use your imagination to go on adventures and battle monsters. You can join this group any time.

Teen gaming

Free teen gaming happens every Tuesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for teens in the seventh through12th grades. Enjoy Xbox 360 Kinect, Wii and snacks.

Tech sessions

Drop in with your technology questions for free help on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

Adult learning

Our free PALS (Pagosa Adult Learning Services) program is cutting back to one day a week for the summer. Stop by on Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. to let Mark help you with high school equivalency, college prep, financial aid, tutoring and more. When school starts in the fall, well expand the PALS hours.

Kids storytime

Every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m., join us for free great stories, fun songs and plenty of reasons to get up and move. This is an excellent way for kids of all ages to have fun while building the skills they need to become independent readers.

Baby storytime

Every Saturday from 9:05 to 9:25 a.m., join us for a free short session of stories, songs and fingerplays for you and your little ones. Learn easy tips on how to include literacy skills into everyday family life.

Toddler storytime

Every Saturday from 9:30 to 10 a.m., join us for 30 minutes of free stories, songs and fingerplays with open play afterwards. Learn easy tips on how to include literacy skills in everyday family life.

Activities calendars

To be sure you dont miss any of the free Summer Reading Program activities available to you and your families at your library, we encourage you to pick up a copy of the events calendar each month. There are three versions kids, tweens/teens and adults.

Nonfiction

I Cant Make This Up by comedian Kevin Hart tells how he overcome a hugely difficult childhood. City of Light, City of Poison by Holly Tucker is the true crime story of the first police chief of Paris. The Death of Money by James Rickards explains why he believes in the imminent collapse of the international monetary system. A Generation of Sociopaths by Bruce Cannon Gibney explores the authors belief that America has been hijacked by baby boomers. Change Your Biology Diet by Dr. Louis J. Aronne tells what you can do to break physical barriers to weight loss. A Crack in Creation by Jennifer A. Doudna and Samuel H. Sternberg discusses gene editing and the power to control evolution. Cheney One on One by James Rosen is a candid conversation with the former vice president.

Large print

Love Story by Karen Kingsbury is a Baxter family Christian novel. Aunt Dimity and the Widows Curse by Nancy Atherton and Come Sundown by Nora Roberts are mysteries. Matchup edited by Lee Child is an anthology of 11 thrillers. Nighthawk by Clive Cussler and Graham Brown is a NUMA files adventure. A Hiss Before Dying by Rita Mae and Sneaky Pie Brown is a Mrs. Murphy mystery. The Sunshine Sisters by Jane Green brings three sisters together when their mother is ill.

Thrillers and mysteries

You Will Pay by Lisa Jackson begins with a dangerous prank at summer camp. A House Among the Trees by Julia Glass follows the dictates of a will after the death of a beloved childrens book author. The Switch by Joseph Finder follows the accidental switch of a laptop that throws an innocent man into a political scandal. Camino Island by John Grisham starts with the theft of priceless loot from a Princeton University vault. Tom Clancys Point of Contact by Mike Maden is a Jack Ryan Jr. thriller. Dangerous Minds by Janet Evanovich is a Knight and Moon mystery.

Other novels

The Black Elfstone: The Fall of Shannara by Terry Brooks is the first book in a four-part conclusion to the Shannara series. The Little French Bistro by Nina George is a story of new beginnings set in France. Kiss Carlo by Adriana is an intergenerational Italian family story told against the backdrop of Shakespeares greatest comedies.

CDs

Theft by Finding: Diaries 1877-2002 by David Sedaris is the first of two volumes. Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton is a recently discovered novel by the late author. Come Sundown by Nora Roberts is a mystery. To Hell and Beyond by Mark Henry and Double Cross Ranch by Ralph Compton are westerns. The Silent Corner by Dean Koontz begins a new suspense series.

Programmed Nooks

We have nine free Nooks and three free tablets programmed for your e-reading pleasure. The eight adult e-readers contain either fiction or nonfiction bestsellers. The four youth e-readers contain books for children, juniors and young adults.

Downloadable e-books

Current New York Times bestseller downloadable e-books are being added regularly to our free 3M Cloud Library. Access them by clicking on the 3M Cloud Library icon on the home page of our website. While there, browse through a multitude of other adult, juvenile and childrens books, both bestsellers and classics in many genres.

Downloadable films

For your viewing pleasure, we offer IndieFlix, a free streaming movie service that gives you unlimited access to more than 7,500 award-winning and popular independent shorts, feature films and documentaries from more than 50 countries on your device, PC or Mac, with no apps needed. Access IndieFlix through the Downloadable Content icon on the librarys website. Use Quick Pick, the discovery tool that lets you sample movies like you would music.

Thanks to our donors

For books and materials this week, we thank Kathryn Locke, Bob Burt, Medora Bass, Ronda Higby and our anonymous donors.

Quotable quote

In difficult times, carry something beautiful in your heart. Blaise Pascal (1623-1662), French child prodigy, mathematician, inventor and Catholic theologian.

Website

For more information on library books, services and programs and to reserve books, e-books, CDs and DVDs from the comfort of your home please visit our website at http://pagosa.colibraries.org/.

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Local resident Diane Dondero uses the ancient exercise of Tai Chi to block the stress and restlessness of the outside world.

Having discovered the ancient martial arts exercise over 30 years ago, Dondero is taking it upon herself to teach the community how to let go of the outside world and focus within.

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By Vicki Hughes

The Ipswich Farmers Market is in full swing as we move into Julys long summer days.

This week essential, locally grown fruits and veggies will be available from Three Sisters Garden Project and Chickadee Hill Farm.

And as we all know, the market is not just a delightful spot to purchase healthful and delicious produce.

This week come and celebrate seniors with special activities and displays, listen to the band Greenhead play favorite tunes, pick up butterfly friendly plants, and ecology advice from The Monarch Gardener, support local crafts, get some honey and a cookie, have a rejuvenating massage, find a great deal on solar panels, meet your neighbors because who needs a water cooler or the mall when theres the Farmers Market on our own Visitors Green, every summer and autumn Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This weeks vendors include:

Chickadee Hill Farm Three Sisters Garden Project Lilla Grace Flowers The Little Grasshopper Cookies Uncommon Mass Produced Food Romney Ridge Yarn & Wool Pumpkin Vines Bee Graceful Honey The Monarch Gardener Art Haven RevoluSun Hara Therapeutic Massage & Wellness Boston Area Gleaners Rebecca Foundation IHS Robotics Team Open Space Committee Ipswich Compost and Recycling Committee Ipswich Electric Light Department

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It's not just the edgy style and hip decor of the surroundings that make Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife the perfect de-stress venue.

It has the sort of facilities and attention to detail that would satisfy even the most demanding rock star. And it all comes complete with its own soundtrack.

The perfect setting for a sundowner chillout, few venues can rival the views you get from The 16th rooftop bar.

Funky chairs and comfy sofas provide ringside seats for the suns performance

On one side, the formidable Adeje mountains stand like sentries; in the other, the sun sets behind the neighbouring island of La Gomera, turning the sky an iridescent pink and purple.

Funky chairs and comfy sofas provide ringside seats for the suns performance while soft, neon lighting mirrors the skys hues and matches the laid-back vibe of the sounds.

When Friday comes around, nothing says Hello weekend better than a delectable gin and tonic, and at The 16th it is accompanied by gourmet burgers and the foot-stomping sounds of rockabilly.

Cue vintage clothing, ponytails and a blazing sunset and you have set the scene for the Friday night Gin Meets Burger bash and bid the working week adios.

For 18, you get two gourmet mini-burgers, a premium G&T (or any other long drink), and a rockin good start to the weekend.

Three exquisite swimming pools provide the setting for long, lazy days catching the rays. The adults-only Eden pool has a California dreamin style with a swim-up bar and partially submerged loungers in bold mosaic tiles lining the edge of the pool.

Nothing says Hello weekend better than a delectable gin and tonic

Stroll across the bridge, descend the tower and you will find a different kind of paradise where the amazing lagoon of The Beach Club at Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife looks out over the ocean.

A floating DJ booth and mini-Glastonbury main stage are set among endless decking and terraces where smooth, white, sculptured curves meet the blue of the lagoon and the black volcanic stone redolent of Tenerifes landscape.

Sophisticated with a swim-up bar by day, The Beach Club is the berchic venue for Hard Rocks monthly, Saturday night, Children of the 80s parties when the tempo heats up with live music featuring sounds from some of the artists who provided the best-loved hits of the decade.

Relaxation comes as standard at the Rock Spa where all the glamour and style you would expect from the Hard Rock brand is brought together in marble, volcanic stone and wood to provide the scented, sensual world of the spa.

Indulge in the thermal waters and thermal steam room, rejuvenate in the hydrotherapy tub and the snow cabin, and surrender yourself to a treatment at the sublime hands of the masseurs where the real rock-star treatment comes into play.

Combining the sensory stimulants of sound and touch, a Synchronicity massage provides a choreographed 'sound-to-touch dance where muscles are gently stretched, toned and relaxed in rhythmic accord with a specially selected soundtrack played through a sound booth suspended above the treatment couch.

Surrender yourself to a treatment at the sublime hands of the masseurs

The combination of music and massage removes stress and tension, leaving you feeling as laid-back and serene as the surroundings.

On non-party Saturday nights, the spa experience is taken outside to the elements where, from 7pm to midnight during spa nights, guests can enjoy a massage and the heated waters of the outside spa pool beneath Tenerifes star-studded sky.

The unsurpassable chillout sounds of a live saxophone float across the night, lulling the mind while the body floats in warm water lit by a dancing spectrum of lights.

This spa experience is like no other and is a really cool way to relax with a partner or friends, sipping one of the hotels signature fruit smoothies, dining on delicious sushi and letting the world slip by unnoticed.

The recently opened Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife is the perfect place for couples or families to holiday.

The hotel is a five-star property on the islands southern coast with a huge range of food, and music-infused facilities and entertainment.

To find out more about the hotel visit hardrockhotels.com/tenerife

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