Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but they don’t have to be! September 22nd is Fall Prevention Awareness Day. In this engaging presentation, Mirette Mikhail, physical therapist, will provide you with insights into fall risk factors. She will discuss fall prevention, lower body strengthening, and how to improve safety in and out of the home. She will even have some items for you to take home after her presentation to start implementing these elements into your daily lives. Don’t miss

Attention Oak Brook Residents! Join us for some hot chocolate and a selection of beer and wine (cash bar) to mingle and visit with some of your neighbors! Afterwards, enjoy Winter Lights!

Ages: 21+ yrs

A Christmas Story debuted more than 40 years ago, but every year, millions of Americans still love to watch the beloved film about a kid named Ralphie as he navigates the Christmas season hoping to secure the “holy grail” of Christmas presents. Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., for a look at how this movie came to be and why it has become such an enduring seasonal favorite. After this wonderful program by Leslie, be sure to join us for a showing of A Christmas Story on December 18!

Delve into the stories of Broadway’s most iconic male performers who captivated audiences with charisma and talent. From Robert Preston’s iconic Harold Hill to Brian Stokes Mitchell’s baritone brilliance, Barry Bradford’s program spotlights the men who made musical history.

Join Barry Bradford to explore the legendary women of Broadway who redefi ned musical theater with their unforgettable performances. From Ethel Merman’s powerhouse vocals to Audra McDonald’s groundbreaking versatility, celebrate the stars who set the gold standard for generations.

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Join historian Tim Wilsey as he takes us back to the era of 1950`s to celebrate The Movie and Music of Grease! The movie came out in 1978 but the 1950`s was very much alive in Pop Culture in the 70`s. Tim will be discussing how the movie was made, what up and coming stars were considered for lead roles but turned them down and how John Travolta and Olivia Newton John became household names. Don’t forget the music! The Grease Soundtrack was a big seller, and we will relive those great songs that made Grease one of popular musicals in recent years!

Did you grow up in the days when cars had tailfins, girls wore circle skirts, and a milkman delivered fresh milk right to your house? In this nostalgic workshop, we will look back at what life was like for kids in the 50’s and 60’s, from the hairstyles to the cars to TV dinners. Check out some vintage paper dolls, S&H Green Stamps and Tupperware bowls. Listen to hit songs from Rosemary Clooney and Elvis Presley and revisit favorite dances. You will not want to miss this trip down memory lane!

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Dress up in your favorite holiday gear and celebrate the holidays with us! This year we are going to Gibsons Steakhouse for a special & delicious lunch. Lunch will include Filet Medallions, Chicken Milanese, Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus. No pre-selection is needed. After lunch, we will be entertained with a musical holiday show presented by Sweet Reminder. Sweet Reminder is a dynamic duo that entertains audiences with the hits of yesterday in their unique playful style!

Winter Lights is a favorite tradition at the Oak Brook Park District! During a 1/2 mile walk through the beautifully lit Central Park, you will discover dancing trees, colorful rainbow arches, cascading snowflakes, dazzling twirling icicles, vibrantly colored butterflies, and musical hearts throughout this scenic walk. The walk is fully inclusive and accessible. Anyone can walk or roll through the light show on our paved pathways with benches along the way to rest. On December 2nd we will hold a special night for our Pioneers!

What’s more nostalgic than a TV dinner?! Take a trip down memory lane with a classic afternoon of Bingo and TV Dinners! Enjoy a nostalgic lunch featuring your favorite old-school TV dinners provided by Lazy Dog in Oak Brook Following lunch, we will have lively games of bingo with prizes! TV dinner choices are as following: Lemon Chicken; BBQ Meatloaf; Pot Pie; Roasted Turkey; Four Cheese Baked Pasta with Meat Sauce; Spinach Enchilada and Fried Chicken. Please make your meal selection at registration.