Adult coloring program

DEXTER — Coloring is no longer just for kids. This favorite pastime of childhood has come into its own as an adult recreation in recent years. Where yesterday’s coloring supplies used to be limited to crayons and cartoon figures printed on cheap paper; today’s adult colorists have access to sophisticated markers, pens and a host of beautiful designs and drawings on quality paper.

Not only do adults find coloring fun, it is has also been shown by a study conducted in 2005 that anxiety levels dropped when subjects colored mandalas, which are round frames with geometric patterns inside. Yoga experts recommend it as a calming therapy and alternative to meditation.

On Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. the Abbott Memorial Library will start a coloring program for adults. This weekly program will be headed up by library volunteer Bertha Lyons. Supplies will be provided to get participants started on their way to a new and relaxing hobby. For more information, please call 924-7291.