Events
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Come out and connect with people in your community! We can discuss different topics, talk about what's going on in our neighborhood, and mingle with fellow Park Forest residents. Come out and connect with someone at this Community Wellness Check event!
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Nature's Gentle Tai Chi Gong with Brian Thompson
- Available In-Person @ 9:00am-
Join Brain Thompson, Founder/ Wellness Innovator Speaker/ Healer of Bnew4life LLC as he demonstrates and lead participants in breathing, relaxation, self-calming and gentle movement techniques. These methods help address pandemic related stress, release pain and improve quality of life. Calming music will accompany the natural environment.
Tai chi is a system of movements and positions believed to have developed in 12th Century China. Tai chi techniques aim to address the body and mind as an interconnected system and are traditionally believed to have mental and physical health benefits.
Registration is Required for each Session
Registration will open on December 2nd
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
With all of the festivities of the season, it is easy to feel alone when sitting with difficult feelings. Join Chaplain Cassie Vaughn for an informative presentation on methods for dealing with grief during the holidays. We will utilize education and clinical knowledge to create a safe space that promotes oneness and assists in the journey of healing.
- Navigating grief
- Anticipatory grief
- Transformative struggle
- Brighter side: deconstructing grief
- Gone from my sight: processing the transition of death
There will be opportunity for shared participant reflection.
Registration is encouraged.
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Dec1011:30 am - 12:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Ageless Strength & Mobility
-Available In-Person at the Library at 11:30am
Join us on designated days for an interactive, instructional fitness session with fan-favorite instructor Arlene Santiago! We've taken Chair Yoga and graduated into something even more exciting: Ageless Strength & Mobility!
This program is available in-person at the library.
Registration is required!
To Register for this program, please contact Katherine Goosby
Patrons who sign up are registered for classes for the entire month.
*PLEASE NOTE: Participants must sign the waiver below prior to participating. Participants must be registered to attend.
Participants are encouraged to bring a hand towel and water with them to class.
WAIVER: https://app.waiversign.
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Dec105:00 pm - 6:45 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us for a patron-led craft session every 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Conference Room! Spend an evening crafting in a group environment. Projects vary from month to month and will be decided by the group a month prior. Beading supplies and other limited items are also provided. You are welcome to bring your own projects/supplies to work on as well.
No registration is required.
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Dec105:30 pm - 6:30 pm CST21 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Welcome Danny Deleon of Dance Develope for our Ballroom Class series!
Adults of all experience levels are welcome to join. Get in a fun hour of cardio, socialization, and entertainment while learning new moves to show off to your family and friends! Bringing a partner is NOT required.
Registration is encouraged.
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Dec1111:30 am - 2:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Connecting Through Treads
**Available In-Person at 11:30am**
Join us for a relaxing afternoon just for knitters, crocheters and more! Gather with knitters just like you to share ideas, techniques, and good conversation.
Bring your own knitting & crochet materials, or use the basic supplies provided.
No experience needed. All skill levels welcome
(This is a self-guided event)
No Registration Required
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Dec131:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Seasonal Soups 101 Cooking Demonstration
-Available in-person at 1:00pm-
Join Chef Susan Maddox for a great afternoon to fill your soul with great soups and recipe box for entertaining. It is chilly outside and some delicious soup is need. You'll learn some quick and easy recipes to add to your family favorites as you explore different combinations of flavors and textures sure to please everyone!
Registration is Required!
Registration will open on December 1st
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Dec132:30 pm - 4:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Writer's Workshop (Led by James Pressler)
- Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 2:30pm-4:30pm.Are you an aspiring author looking for tips and tricks to improve and perfect your craft? Are you interested in sharing your work with other authors for constructive criticism? Are you skeptical of the writing process and looking for answers from your peers? We've got the club for you! Join local author and writer James Pressler twice a month on designated Saturdays at the Writer's Workshop.
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Dec1510:00 am - 7:00 pm CST
Stop by the library this week to pick up a free book. Get into the holiday spirit and receive the gift of reading!
No registration required. While supplies last.