Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Self Defense

Self Defense

8-Week Course for Teens
2024-09-19 17:00:00 2024-09-19 18:00:00 America/Chicago Self Defense Join us, every Thursday in September, to learn empowering techniques in boundary setting, self care, and self defense with our guest educator Gretchen Butler. William F. Laman Public Library - The Loft - Teen Center

Thursday, September 19
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-19 17:00:00 2024-09-19 18:00:00 America/Chicago Self Defense Join us, every Thursday in September, to learn empowering techniques in boundary setting, self care, and self defense with our guest educator Gretchen Butler. William F. Laman Public Library - The Loft - Teen Center

William F. Laman Public Library

The Loft - Teen Center

Join us, every Thursday in September, to learn empowering techniques in boundary setting, self care, and self defense with our guest educator Gretchen Butler.

Every Thursday in September the Loft welcomes Gretchen Butler with Empowerment Self Defense. 

Students are invited to learn the basics of:

  • Setting and communicating boundaries
  • Reading body language
  • Negotiating high stress situations
  • De-escalating would-be assailants
  • Protecting themselves from aggravated attacks

We recommend students involved wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes. Class will cap at 20 students on a first-come-first-serve basis.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call Laman Library and ask for Bekah or Jenna in the Loft!

AGE GROUP: | Ages 13-18: Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | Education/Training |

TAGS: | |

William F. Laman Public Library
Phone: 501-758-1720
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget
Mon, Jul 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 Closed
previous
this week
next
About the branch

This is the primary location of the William F. Laman Public Library.

Upcoming Events

Skip Upcoming Events widget
The Art of Friendship - An Exhibition by Laura Powers and Kim Perkins
Tue, Jul 07, 9:00am - 7:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Laman Gallery - Exhibits
Exhibition by Laura Powers and Kim Perkins
T-Rex Tea Party Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall
Pinkies (and very short arms) up! Enjoy stories, crafts, music, games, and more in this storytime for our pre-school and elementary aged friends! Feel free to dress up in your tea time best!
Tiny Chef - Dinosaur Eggs
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Event Space
Kids learn the basics of cooking and food prep in this FREE weekly class at Argenta Library!
Registration is now closed
Babysitter Training Camp - July Session: Registration Required
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 3:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - The Loft - Teen Center
A 3-day training camp for teen babysitters. Learn the basics of childhood development, get CPR & First Aid certified, and create your unique business plan. 10 seats available- registration required.
Register
Cooking Without A Kitchen - Dig In: Cola and Floats
Tue, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Room 124
Learn to make quick and easy one pot meals. Cola and Floats are on the menu this month!
Watercolor Resist Fossil Art - Summer S.T.E.A.M.
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Experiments, exploration, and more await during this summer science series! Art & science collide in this hands-on activity.
Dealing With Loss - Tweens Dig Deeper: Grief
Tue, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library
Losing a loved one is difficult, and talking about it with your child can be even harder. Let the library help with resources and community!
Dig Into Your Computer - What Your Desktop Is Really Made Of
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Tech Hub A
Explore what’s inside a desktop computer, from metals and rare earths to plastics and silicon, and discover the global, ethical story behind everyday technology.
Neighborhood Stop - Rover at Beacon of Hope Church
Tue, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
ROVER
Rover hangs out with the folks at Beacon of Hope during their supper and community night!
A Jewish Refugee in New York Discussion Group
Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Event Space
Join your friends at the Argenta Library for a casual discussion of the Yiddish novel in translation, "A Jewish Refugee in New York: A Novel" by Kadia Molodowsky.
Cardio Aerobics
Tue, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall
Get fit at the library with guided low impact workouts with a nostalgic feel!
Feminist Film Club
Tue, Jul 07, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Biridies Cabaret
It's a book club for movie lovers! Join us for fun conversation about funky movies!
See all events