Events

Whale Breathing Event for Seniors

-Available In-Person at 11:30am-

Join Mary Rondenet, whale breathing practitioner and Arlene Santiago, emotional healer for the Breath, Body & Wisdom Workshop. They will combine breathwork, gentle mobility, and emotional healing-a powerful trio to help you release tension, move with ease, and reconnect with the wisdom of your body.

Registration is Required. Space is limited

Registration will start on July 7th

**To register, please contact Katherine**

What is Whale breathing?

Whale breathing is a powerful self-healing technique

This breath helps release emotional blocks, relieving you of stress, anxiety and tension. It connects your body, soul and spirit. Using continuous, diaphragmatic conscious breathing, along with toning, you detoxify and purify the body. This renews your body at a cellular level and creates a connection to inner wisdom. The increase in the flow of oxygen to your organs and lymph system, boosts immunity and your body’s natural healing ability.

In collaboration with the Park Forest Office of Sustainability, we will be hosting a pop-up through artist Holly Greenberg's project, Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene.

Be a part of something big! Make a replica songbird from upcycled fabric that will be labeled with your name and used in Greenberg's final art installation. We will also be presenting information about small steps that you can take to make your windows safer for birds. All ages are welcome to participate.

Notes from Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene: In an effort to raise awareness about one of the leading causes of bird deaths, we are making replicas of every bird killed from a window collision and collected on the streets of Chicago in 2023 and we need your help! Chicago lies in the migratory path of over 300 species of birds, making it the most dangerous city in the country for our avian friends. In one night alone, 966 birds struck just one building on Chicago’s lakefront. Through crowdsourcing the crafting of these bird replicas, we will create a “carpet” of birds running over 300 feet in length. Using upcycled cloth and donated materials to create the birds, we invite all to help.

Understanding how you can protect your home from bird-window collisions is paramount to the project, which is why teaching about how to identify and modify your problematic windows is at the forefront of our mission. 

Holly Greenberg's Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene

Registration is encouraged.

Unplug from electronics and put on your thinking caps with these fun, brain-building games!

Registration for this event is required. For more information, please contact the library at (708) 748-3731.

Join us for the Technicolor Teen Coloring Circle at the library! Unleash your creativity with vibrant colors, cool designs, and a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to unwind, this is the perfect space to express yourself and connect with others. All coloring materials are provided—just bring your imagination!

Registration is encouraged, but not required.

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 July 8th

MEMORY CAFÉ

-AVAILABLE IN-PERSON 11:00AM-12:30PM-

WHAT IS MEMORY CAFÉ?

A Memory Café is a safe, supportive environment, designed to engage attendees in cognitive activities to perk up memory. The goal of The Park Forest Public Library's memory café is to keep attendees mentally and socially active, which research shows is protective of brain health. The Memory Café is free and open to all older adults with or without current memory concerns.

Guest speakers are occasionally scheduled, and community resource information is available. All families, friends and their caregivers are welcome to attend.

Memory Café meets every (3rd) third Tuesday of the month.

**We ask caregivers to be present with any guest that need personal care assistance. **

Registration is Encouraged

Registration will open on July 8th

Join us at the library for a special screening of Moana 2! Set sail once again with Moana as she embarks on a brand-new oceanic adventure, answering a mysterious call from her ancestors and forging a new path as a wayfinder.

Rating: PG
Runtime: Approx. 1 hour, 40 minutes

Registration is required! All ages welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

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 for this event is required! 

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.com/doc/5aa08440a7a14365b71fbd2c

Ready to battle it out? Join us for a high-energy Brawlhalla Showdown just for teens! Bring your competitive spirit and see what you can do! Whether you're a seasoned fighter or just starting out, come show off your skills, meet other players, and have a blast. We encourage you to bring your own device and download Brawlhalla ahead of time. If you do not have a device, we will have our Switch set up and ready to go!

Registration for this event is required.

Adults of all ages are welcome to join for our monthly DIY series! This month we will be learning to grow our own microgreens. Attendees will receive instructions and a kit to assemble for growing at home. Microgreens can add exciting color, variety, texture, and nutritional value to meals. They can be used in soups, salads, sandwiches, as garnishes, and more!

Registration is required.