The Palermo Community Library will host its first Tai Chi workshop at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 7, in Palermo. The workshops are free and prior registration is not required.

Tai Chi is a Chinese mind/body martial art that is based on ancient wisdom and practiced by millions of people, according to a news release from the library.

The weekly workshops will include the Tai Chi form and balancing-strengthening exercises. Those who are not available to attend during the day but would be interested in attending a workshop in the evening, should call the library.

The library is operated by volunteers, those interested in volunteering, should call the library at 993-6088.