Adults

Planning for the future means making key decisions as we age. Join Champion Public Library for an online lecture at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 14th to explore the essential steps that can help you prepare wisely for the road ahead. Led by Dr. Sharona Hoffman, author of “Aging with a Plan: How a Little Thought Today Can Vastly Improve Your Tomorrow” and professor of Law and Bioethics, Dr. Hoffman will offer guidance on legal documents to have in place, how to navigate retirement costs, and how to advocate for yourself within the healthcare system. You’ll leave with practical tools to face aging with greater clarity, confidence and peace of mind. This event is free and open to adults, ages 18 and up; however, signing up is encouraged. This Zoom lecture event is sponsored by Road Scholar.

Dr. Sharona Hoffman is a professor of law and bioethics at Case Western Reserve University and co-director of its Law-Medicine Center. Dr. Hoffman has worked with the CDC and NIH, lectured nationally and internationally, and is frequently featured in the media. Dr. Hoffman has published extensively on health law, aging, and civil rights, and is the author of “Aging with a Plan.” Dr. Hoffman’s work focuses on helping individuals and families prepare for aging with clarity, dignity, and confidence.

This lecture is part of our “Age Well” series, designed to provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools for navigating the aging journey with confidence. These programs explore key topics related to aging, from health and wellness to planning for the future, offering meaningful perspectives and resources for older adults and caregivers alike.

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.

The Summer Reading Program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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.

Get ready to find your rhythm at Champion Public Library! Join us for mini May cardio drumming classes at 2:00 PM on May 13th, 14th, May 15th, and 20th. 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.

The Summer Reading Program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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.

Join Champion Public Library at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, May 13th for our next online lecture to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with “Thomas Jefferson — America’s First Writer”.

Thomas Jefferson was a prolific writer whose words have shaped the American republic from 1776 to today. In addition to the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson wrote thousands of letters and essays on the separation of church and state, freedom of the press and assembly and personal missives on food, architecture, art and music. In this lecture, join best-selling author and historian James Dalessandro as he examines Thomas Jefferson’s writings. Celebrate the United States of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 through the lens of this founding father’s enduring legacy. This event is free and open to adults, ages 18 and up; however, signing up is encouraged. This Zoom lecture event is sponsored by Road Scholar.

James Dalessandro is a bestselling novelist, journalist and filmmaker. Dalessandro’s novel, “1906,” an epic recreation of the San Francisco earthquake, was a No. 1 national bestseller in historical fiction in its Kindle/digital release, as was his “Citizen Jane” in true crime. Dalessandro’s documentary, “The Damnedest Finest Ruins,” changed San Francisco history when city supervisors unanimously passed his resolution setting aside the death count of 478 and recognizing his figure of over 3,000. Dalessandro has given Road Scholar lectures for over 15 years.

This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this online lecture do not necessarily represent those of the Institute of Museum and Library Services or ODL.

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.