Adults

Q&A with the Experts about Aging Resources

When (Date)
Where
Community Room

What questions do you have about home care, equipment, Power of Attorney, Medicare, family dynamics, case management help or anything else related to aging?

Bring your concerns and our team of experts will offer solutions and resources.

Our panel of experts:

  • From Dane County Aging & Disability Resource Center
    • Amy Elske
  • From DeForest Area Community & Senior Center
    • Natalie Raemisch, MSW
    • Roxane Carley, CSW

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

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Where
Classroom - Lower Level

Bored with the same old puzzles? Come with your gently used puzzles and leave with new-to-you puzzles. 

  • Primarily 500+ pieces (without any missing pieces), but all ages and levels welcome.
  • Take one for each one you bring.
  • Spread the word so there will be more to choose from!
  • We’ll provide sanitizer and gloves. Masks required.

 

 

Frances Cleveland: A May-December Romance

When (Date)
Where
DeForest Area Community and Senior Center

June 2, 1886 – The White House Blue Room was an explosion of color.

Yellow pansies, garlands of roses and greenery adorned the chandeliers and windows. As the Marine Corps Band, under the direction of John Phillip Sousa, struck up the Wedding March, 21-year old “Frankie” Folsom entered on the arm of her groom, President Grover Cleveland. Truly a “May-December romance”. The new bride would fascinate the public as the nation's youngest First Lady. Meet Mrs. Cleveland as she reminisces about her life.

Memory Screening - Registration Required

When (Date)
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Where
Room D

A memory screen is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory.

It creates a baseline so future changes can be monitored. Specialists from the Dane County Aging and Disability Resource Center will provide free 10-minute memory screenings at the Library in Room D. You can also get information about memory, memory clinics, brain health and local resources.

Registration - Limit of 1 person for each 10 minute time slot:

*Canceled* Make a Valentine Card

When (Date)
Where
The Workshop

We surrender our Valentine cardmaking program to the weather.

Tuesday (February 12) evening's program is cancelled. We will re-schedule a session for a springtime card program with Shirley Merker at a later date. Send a heartfelt message with this sweet handmade Valentine card. Shirley will show you the steps and provide the materials. Please register online or call the Library desk.

Thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this program.

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Exercise for Arthritis Pain & Stiffness

When (Date)
Where
DeForest Area Community & Senior Center

Did you know that exercise is essential for people with arthritis? It increases strength and flexibility, reduces joint pain, helps combat fatigue, and helps with balance.
Dr. Harrington will teach us:

  • Why exercise is important
  • How to start an exercise regimen
  • Fall prevention techniques
  • How to minimize risks
  • Balance screens will be available

This library outreach program is open to the community. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate, please contact library staff.

Memory Screening - Registration Required

When (Date)
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Where
Room C

Registration is required please call (608)846-5482 or stop in to register.

A memory screen is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory.

It creates a baseline so future changes can be monitored. Specialists from the Dane County Aging and Disability Resource Center will provide free 10-minute memory screenings. You can also get information about memory, memory clinics, brain health and local resources.

InSIGHTful Tips for Your Eye Care

When (Date)
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Where
DeForest Area Community & Senior Center

Eye doctors have specific recommendations for adults over age 60.

Find out what's normal for your eyes, when to get your eyes checked and what else to watch for.

Dr. Eakin will share tips on how to preserve your eye health at this library outreach program.

This library outreach program is open to the community. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate, please contact library staff.

QiGong Classes - Registration Required

When (Date)
Where
Community Room

Qigong is a moving meditation that is simple, easy to learn, and can be done by everyone, at any age and fitness level.

Just mirror the movements of the instructor and reduce tension, improve breathing, and increase flexibility.

Open to ages 16 & up. Participants need to register and sign a waiver (waivers are available at the front desk and will be available at the first class).

If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate, please contact library staff.

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