Adults
Age Well: Tackling Clutter – Champion Public Library
Clutter can affect both your space and peace of mind. Join Champion Public Library for a special event at 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 8th for a lecture that offers practical strategies for managing belongings before they become overwhelming. Attendees, ages 18 and up, will learn to decide what to keep, organize with purpose, and create a more intentional legacy. Join expert Jami Shapiro for insights and tools to simplify your home and protect your loved ones from future clutter. This event is free and open to the public; however, registration is encouraged. This Zoom lecture event is sponsored by Roads Scholars.
Jami Shapiro is the founder of Silver Linings Transitions, a San Diego-based company specializing in move management and home organization. A Certified Senior Move Manager and ADHD Specialist, Shapiro has over 20 years of experience helping older adults and families downsize, declutter, and navigate life transitions. Shapiro has been featured on TV and podcasts, hosts “Grandma Has ADHD,” and speaks nationally on chronic clutter, rightsizing, and the emotional impact of “the stuff we leave behind.”
For more information, call the Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164. You can visit the library at 601 Railway Express in Ardmore. The Champion Public Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Yoga Classes – Atoka County Library
Destress and unwind at the Atoka County Library with our weekly Yoga classes. Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 am starting January 7th, for a rejuvenating program led by yoga instructor Marianne Townsend. This class is open to adults 18 and up. Early reservations are recommended to secure a spot.
Atoka County Library is offering this program as part of a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL). The program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
For more information, contact the Atoka County Library at (580) 889-3555 or visit the library at 279 East A Street in Atoka. The Atoka County Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Cardio Drumming Classes – Champion Public Library
Get ready to find your rhythm this new year at Champion Public Library! Join us for cardio drumming classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM, starting January 6th and ending January 29th. Led by YMCA Fitness Instructor Susan Cowlbeck, these classes are designed for adults using exercise balls and drumsticks for a fun and engaging workout. No special clothing required. Attendees can bring their own exercise ball. Don’t miss out on this popular and energetic fitness opportunity! Call now to reserve your spot!
Champion Public Library is offering this program as part of a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL). The program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
For more information, call the Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164. You can visit the library at 601 Railway Express in Ardmore. The Champion Public Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Strength and Balance Class – Love County Library
Ready to groove and improve your physical health this new year? Beginning Monday, January 5th, a class on Strength and Balance for Seniors will be held at Love County Library. This class will be instructed by Susan Cowlbeck, YMCA Fitness Instructor, at 2:00 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays, January 5th – January 28th. All exercises will be done standing or in a chair, no floorwork required. All equipment is provided but wearing comfortable athletic clothes and shoes is recommended. Signing up is encouraged.
This exercise class is intended to help seniors increase strength and balance. The movements taught will focus on specific exercises to improve strength, stability, and power around the ankle, knee, and hip joints, while improving your reaction time. All exercises can be done with chairs or standing with light weights, exercise bands and clothes pins to help maintain strength in large and small groups of muscles.
Love County Library is offering this program as part of a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL). The program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
For more information or to make reservations, you can contact the Love County Library at (580) 276-3783. You can visit the library at 500 South Hwy 77 in Marietta. The Love County Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.