Events
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Jul711:00 am - 6:45 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
"Summer Reading" Book Bundle for Seniors
-Available for pickup on July 7th starting at 11:00AM-
It's Summer Reading Time! Beat the Heat with our SIZZLING summer book bundle. These pre-selected titles are sure to bring mystery, suspense and excitement to your summer season!
No Registration Required!
Book Bundles are available first come, first served. While supplies last.
Synopsis of Selected Titles
(1) The Serial Killer's Party: Welcome to the party of the year.
You’ve been invited to an exclusive, luxury event in Norway, hosted by a billionaire. Your moment has finally arrived. But you’re not going for the canapes and champagne. You’re going for revenge.(2) Such a Good Mom: With a healthy newborn baby, a devoted husband, a successful career, and a busy life on Martha's Vineyard, Brynn Nelson should be the happiest she's ever been. But Brynn is struggling. Her husband, Ross, grows more distant by the day, and the challenges and exhaustion of postpartum make Brynn feel like she's slowly losing pieces of herself to motherhood. Pieces that she might never get back.
(3) The Summer That Changed Everything: It's been fifteen years since Lucy Sinclair saw her father. Fifteen long years since she sat in a courtroom and watched him sentenced to life in prison. He murdered three victims—all people she knew—which ruined her life at just seventeen. But now she’s back in Virginia to talk to him, wondering if there’s more to the story of what happened that fateful night.
(4) The Summer of You and Me: Five years after her husband's death, Maggie is finally ready to let go of him and the dreams she had for their future. A summer at Seabrook, where she and Ethan first became childhood sweethearts, seems the perfect time and place to find closure. Plus, she gets to spend time with his family, the Reynoldses, whom she loves like her own.Unbeknownst to Maggie, her brother-in-law, Josh Reynolds, has been in love with her since they first met all those years ago. But his brother ultimately won Maggie's heart, and Josh's unrequited love has ruined all his relationships. If Maggie is ready to move on, then Josh is ready to lay it all on the line and come clean about his true feelings for her.
But his plans soon get put on hold when, shortly after Maggie returns to Seabrook, she runs into a man who could pass for Ethan's twin. But he disappears into the amusement park crowd before she can confront him.
(5) Till Summer Do Us Part: In an effort to impress her boss, Scottie mentions her non-existent husband in a company meeting. But eagle-eyed Chad points out her lack of wedding ring. Panicked, Scottie creates a story about her unhappy marriage. Unfortunately for Scottie, her boss has a solution - a one-on-one session with the best marriage counsellor in the Northeast, who happens to be her boss's husband.
With no way out of her lie, Scottie agrees to see him. Frantic, she calls in help from her best friend who sets her up with his brother, an improv-obsessed millionaire. -
Jul89:00 am - 10:00 am CDT25 spots available
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 July 1st
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Jul811:00 am - 1:00 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Craft Time for ages 60 & up
-Available in-person at 11:00AM-
Every 2nd Tuesday of the month
Join us in partnership with DeAnna Thurmond for a cozy afternoon with coffee, cocoa and Tea. Take a break and enjoy a relaxing time of crafting, socializing and more. Bring a friend or make a new one.
All crafting materials will be provided.
Light refreshments will be served.
Registration Required
To register, please contact Katherine Goosby
***Please note: This program is geared towards serving ages 60 and older***
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Jul85:30 pm - 6:30 pm CDT27 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Welcome Danny Deleon of Dance Develope for a new Latin Ballroom Class series! This session we will be focusing on salsa dancing.
All ages and 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!
Registration is required.
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Jul911:30 am - 12:30 pm CDT
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 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.
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Jul91:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT20 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Da Dopamine Project is a mental health organization focused on building introspective skills through creative expression. Join our instructor Jae'ln as they show participants how to channel their inner creativity with button making, drawing lessons, and more!
Registration is required. For more info, contact Kids' Zone at (708) 748-3731 ext. 231.
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Jul94:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDT7 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Design. Fly. Win! Join us for an exciting hands-on program where kids become junior engineers! Participants will design and build their own paper airplanes with staff member Mr. Elijah, then put them to the test in a friendly flight competition. Will your paper airplane claim the top spot?! Make sure to register so you can find out!
Registration for this event is required. For more information, please contact the library at (708) 748-3731.
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Jul94:30 pm - 5:30 pm CDT35 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Illinois Extension and the Illinois Master Gardeners are here to present an Insect Petting Zoo! Experience the wonders of the insect world. Learn how insects and insect-relatives function and play an important role in the environment around you. This is a touch and feel experience in which visitors can observe and have the opportunity to hold unusual bugs. Insect petting zoo includes: blue death feigning beetles, Madagascar hissing cockroaches, American millipedes, Bess beetles and a tarantula (spider for viewing, not holding).
Registration is required.
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Jul1011:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT24 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Singing with Judy for Older Adults & Seniors
-Available in-person at 11:00AM-
Come and sing with experienced vocalist, Judy Emeline. Experience a joyful & engaging afternoon of smiling & singing while enjoying each other's company.
Instructions & music lyrics will be provided to each participant.
No experience required. All voices are welcome.
Registration is Required.
Benefits of "Singing with Judy"
* Improve lung functioning, posture, strengthen the immune system * Mental Health - better mood, decrease anxiety and improve confidence * Brain Health - Exercise the brain, stimulates cognitive functioning and helps with memory * Emotional Health - Great way to release emotions, help people feel joy and fulfillment. * Social Health - Helps people feel connected, improves empathy and overall well-being. * Singing releases - Endorphins and dopamine which helps people feel happier, relaxed, less stressed.
Meet your Vocalist:
Judy Emeline born in Birmingham UK, started singing and dancing at the age of 3 at The Sheila Marie Stage School. In 1987 after completing her studies she travelled to Italy where she concentrated on her vocals, studying with Maestro Enrico Gavarini in Toscany.
After training, she remained in Italy where she pursued her career as lead vocalist performing all over the country and perfecting her knowledge of the Italian language.
In 1991 the move to the Italian region of Switzerland "Lugano" offered her the opportunity to perform with many Swiss, Italian & International artists. Judy's accomplishments allowed her to enter the world of television as resident singer and TV host for Swiss National TV & Radio. She has performed at Jazz, Blues & Gospel events.
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Jul1011:00 am - 11:30 am CDT10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for a special art program geared towards children 5 & under.
Registration is required for this event! To reserve your space, stop by Kids' Zone or call the library at (708) 748-3731 ext 234.