Events
"Beyond the Aches: Unlocking Your Body's Potential"
-Available in-person at 11:30 AM-
Is pain or stiffness getting in the way of the life you want to live? Join Mobility & Wellness Trainer, Arlene Santiago in this hands-on workshop. You'll learn simple, effective ways to move better, feel better, and regain control of your body.
Through guided exercises and a fresh perspective on pain, you'll walk away with practical tools to help you stay active, ease discomfort, and feel more confident in your movement.
Your body is capable of more than you think--let's unlock its potential together!
Registration is Required. Space is limited.
To register, contact Katherine Goosby
The With-Out-Walls (WOW) Community Service Organization will be at the Library hosting a Resources Fair with various vendors that provide valuable FREE information to the community.
WOW is a grassroots organization building community among all and striving to break down any barriers (walls) that separate us.
Come join us to learn more about free resources available to you throughout the South Suburbs and the surrounding Chicago area.
For more information about WOW, please visit their website at wearewow.org.
Join us as we read and bring intention to small actions. For more information call 708-748-3731.
This month, we're reading Kindred by Octavia Butler.
Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. Join our in-house pro Mr. Elijah as he instructs you how to fold paper into mini works of art! Registration for this event is required. Ages 9 & up! ONLY 5 SPOTS
To register please visit the library or contact Miss Nikki at (708) 748-3731 ext. 234!
Get Ready for Some BINGO for Seniors!
-In person at the library @ 12:00pm-
Join us in collaboration with DeAnna Thrumond for an afternoon of some Fun, Food, Music, & Prizes!
Registration is Required.
To register, please contact Katherine Goosby
BINGO is FREE. All supplies provided.
**Please note: This event is geared towards serving ages 60 and older **
Join us for this month's Homeschool Social! Enjoy an afternoon of coloring & Zentangle with fellow homeschool families in our community.
Registration for this event is required. Visit the Kids' Zone, call (708) 748-3731, or register online to reserve your space!
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 May 13th
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.
**We ask caregivers to be present with any guest that need personal care assistance.**
Memory Café meets every (3rd) third Tuesday of the month.
Registration is Encouraged
Registration will open on May 13th
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 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.
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.