Spring Program Guide 2013 - Skokie Park District

Programs
Personal Growth Book Club
Join us the second Tuesday of each month for a meaningful discussion of non-fiction
books geared towards improving the quality of our lives. Book topics will include
gratitude, happiness, mindfulness, relationships, positivity, managing stress and
loneliness, finding meaning and purpose, and many more. Reading the book
selections is recommended but not mandatory, and everyone is welcome to join in
on our stimulating discussions. The book club facilitator is licensed, clinical social
worker Sharon Rosman.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
430266-03 Tu 3/12 11A-12P $3/$5
113562-01 Tu 4/9 11A-12P $3/$5
113562-02 Tu 5/14 11A-12P $3/$5
Wellness Workshop
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for a new topic such as nutrition
education, safe and effective forms of exercise, grocery shopping/restaurant
skills, meditation, the pros and cons of supplements, making the most out of
doctor visits, increasing your daily activity, and much more. Licensed, clinical
social worker Sharon Rosman holds certifications in wellness coaching,
personal training, and nutrition education, with a specialty in geriatrics.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
430267-03 Tu 3/19 11A-12P $3/$5
113563-01 Tu 4/16 11A-12P $3/$5
113563-02 Tu 5/21 11A-12P $3/$5
Walking Class
Join us the fourth Tuesday of every month as we walk indoors (at our own
pace) to lively and upbeat music. Appropriate for those limited in their
ability to take regular exercise classes. Gain all the benefits of walking and
meet new “walking buddies.” Instructor: Sharon Rosman.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
430270-03 Tu 3/26 11A-12P $3/$5
113564-01 Tu 4/23 11A-12P $3/$5
113564-02 Tu 5/28 11A-12P $3/$5
Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn the basics of Mah jongg in a class taught by Estelle Greenberg who has
been playing the game for over 45 years. You will need to bring your own Mah
jongg cards to class which can be purchased at different gift shops. Please preregister
for this class by January 31 (Feb. session) and February 28 (Mar. session).
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
Intermediate
430268-02 Th 3/7-3/28 11A-12:15P $12/$15
Beginner
115243-01 Th 4/4-4/25 11A-12:15P $12/$15
115243-02 Th 5/2-5/23 11A-12:15P $12/$15
Free Programs
Sudoku for Beginners
Solve even the most difficult Sudoku puzzles using just a few simple techniques, as taught by Om Johari.
Learn what the digits 1 through 9 look like and the rest is done through logic and observation. Benefits
include stress relief, exercise for the brain, gaining patience and relieving loneliness.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
130263-01 Th 4/18 1-2P $3/$5
Sudoku Solving Strategies
Once you understand the basics of Sudoku, obtain advanced tools for mastering puzzles. This class immediately
follows the beginner course, so feel free to register for both classes.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
130265-01 Th 4/18 2:15-3:30P $3/ $5
German Conversational Group
German conversational group meets at the Oakton Community Center
on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Stop by and see what we
are all about!
Programs to Help You Save on a Social Security Budget
Social Security benefits don’t go very far to cover the cost of living.
Beth Lindley, Social Worker with the Village of Skokie Human Services
will review the array of entitlement programs that may help stretch
your dollar. If you are not already enrolled in Circuit Breaker, LIHEAP,
Lifeline, Medicare Savings Program or the Low Income Subsidy (Extra
Help), you will learn about program requirements and where to go to
access these programs. Please pre-register for this program.
Age: 55 + Location: Oakton Center
430265-01 Th 3/21 1-2P
Looking to start a game
of Canasta or Pinochle? Call
(847) 674-1500, ext. 2725 to
Find other interested players.
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