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Skincare of the Ancient World

Submitted by harata on Fri, 2022-02-25 15:32

Photograph of a ancient Grecian bust with a towel and face mask on. Text reads: Skincare of the Ancient World

Inspired by a make your own ancient perfume station at the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, Skincare of the Ancient World was a program in which I taught patrons how to create their own skincare using the oils and spices that Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans would have used.

This hands-on program combines self-care, sustainability and history to teach patrons how they can use everyday, natural ingredients to create inexpensive, yet effective, skincare products found in ancient times.

Acts of Care in Times of Unrest

Black and white portrait of Audre Lorde with text that reads "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare."

“It is our duty to fight for our freedom. It is our duty to win. We must love each other and support each other. We have nothing to lose but our chains.”

These words, from the great Civil Rights activist Assata Shakur, are a familiar refrain for protesters today. This refrain is a rallying cry and a reminder that fighting for our freedom is both a duty and an expression of love for our own humanity.

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Taking Care of Us: Ergonomic Advice for Library Staff

Join Jenn Carson (librarian, Programming Librarian blogger and creator of YogaintheLibrary.com) as she teaches you how to de-stress at your desk, maintain proper posture, avoid injury and regulate your emotions through breathing and stretching exercises. 

Participants will learn an easy self-care routine that will help to reduce stress at work and leave you feeling recharged.

No experience necessary. Participants will leave with digital downloads to help them remember what they learned.

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