Meet Author Sharon Salzberg: Storytime and Meditation Workshop
Park Slope Branch Library is pleased to welcome New York Times-bestselling author Sharon Salzberg for a storytime with Kind Karl: A Little Crocodile with Big Feelings. After storytime, littles can color while parents and caregivers are guided through a meditation workshop with world-renowned teacher Salzberg.
This program will have registration that will open 24 hours before the program begins. Please only one registration per family.** Late entry will not be allowed past a 10 minute grace period.
A grumpy crocodile learns what good can come when he chooses kindness in this wonderful picture book for kids ages 4–8. With everyday examples, approachable language, and delightful illustrations, adults will love introducing kids to mindfulness and meditation, inspiring them to look inward with curiosity and kindness.
Karl is a crocodile who lives in Orlando. He loves cardigans, crepes, and combing his hair. And he has a terrible temper! Full of lovable animal characters, this playful story is a children’s adaptation of Sharon’s beloved book Lovingkindness. Like the original, it asks the question, “Why does what we do, say, and care about make a difference?” The book explores how generosity and mindfulness contribute to a life of happiness and connection.
In today’s divisive society, lovingkindness asks us to stop, find quiet, and look within; and in that honest reflection, answers appear. With relatable everyday examples, approachable language, and lovable illustrations, the book will inspire children to look inward with curiosity and kindness. By understanding what happiness feels like for themselves, they can realize how all people desire happiness.
Books will be available for purchase at this event from Word Bookstore.
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Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is among the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture 50 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is the co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society and author of fourteen books. She also hosts the popular podcast, The Metta Hour, featuring interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond.
**This restriction is due to the fire safety limit set by the fire Marshall and is non-negotiable.
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Meet Author Sharon Salzberg: Storytime and Meditation Workshop
<div><strong>Park Slope Branch Library is pleased to welcome New York Times-bestselling author Sharon Salzberg for a storytime with </strong><em><strong>Kind Karl: A Little Crocodile with Big Feelings</strong></em><strong>. </strong>After storytime, littles can color while parents and caregivers are guided through a meditation workshop with world-renowned teacher Salzberg. </div><p>This program will have registration that will open 24 hours before the program begins. <strong>Please only one registration per family.** Late entry will not be allowed past a 10 minute grace period. </strong></p><div>A grumpy crocodile learns what good can come when he chooses kindness in this wonderful picture book for kids ages 4–8. With everyday examples, approachable language, and delightful illustrations, adults will love introducing kids to mindfulness and meditation, inspiring them to look inward with curiosity and kindness.</div><div> </div><div>Karl is a crocodile who lives in Orlando. He loves cardigans, crepes, and combing his hair. And he has a terrible temper! Full of lovable animal characters, this playful story is a children’s adaptation of Sharon’s…
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