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The Eicher Arts Center held another program in its summertime children’s series where attendees were given instruction guidance on painting techniques. The class was taught by local artist Ashley Fox who offered lots of suggestions, advice and guidance for the group of young artists. Each child started with the same subject, which was a cat’s face close up, and they went step by step following Ashley’s instructions while also being given freedom to infuse their personal interpretation into their piece. Judging by Ashley’s expression, it appears she is quite impressed with her young audience and their creativity.

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Tai Chi Easy is an evidencebased health intervention that works for any population. It uses slow and careful movement without strain to strengthen the body’s own healing forces and is medically proven to support disease prevention, accelerate healing, and reduce stress. A blend of gentle movement, breath and meditation. This class can be practiced standing, walking, sitting in a chair and even lying down. All abilities welcome. Online registration began Tuesday, June 27 at 9:00 a.m.

• Painting Club - Wednesday, July 12 and 26 at 12:30 p.m. Meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

• Great Decisions Discussion Group - Wednesday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m. If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join them for this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring

mind. No registration required.

• Sound Healing with Shivaya Healing Arts & Jill Spencer O’LearyThursday, July 13 at 6:00 p.m. What is Sound Healing? An ancient method that has been used in every culture, it is a practice that uses different instruments and frequencies to promote physical, emotional and mental well-being.

It is based on the premise that everything in the Universe is made up of energy and vibration. The waves that sound produces goes deeply into the body to open blockages bringing harmony and healing. For the Sound Healing Experience, please bring a yoga mat, or something to lie on, a little pillow for

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will be giving away free backpacks school supplies on Saturday, July 8 during the free community lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at City Gate, 100 East Main Street, Ephrata. Children must be in Kindergarten to 12th grade and must be present to receive a backpack. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (seated) Riley Martin, Cari Martin (Hinkletown Mennonite Backpack Coordinator) and Ava Martin; (back)

2023- Say You Saw It In “The Shopping News” you have one) and a water bottle. No sign up needed.

p.m. Come discover tips for researching your family tree. No registration needed.