Adults

Memory Screening*

Where
Room C

Presented by a Dane County Aging and Disability Resource Center Memory Care Specialist

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 C.

You can also get information about memory, memory clinics, brain health, and local resources.
 

Tech Help at the Center*

Where
Cornerstone Community Center

Need help with your tablet, smartphone, or something on the computer? Signup for a one-on-one 30-minute session covering a technology issue of your choice.

Samantha from the library will be at the Center from 12:00 to 2:00.

Note: These sessions are not professional technical support meant to diagnose or repair broken or nonfunctioning equipment.

Qigong

Where
Community Room

A waiver will need to be signed at the first session.

What is Qigong?

It is a slow-movement exercise with gentle stretching. Qigong can create better energy, better sleep, relaxation, and reduce stress.

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

Coloring for Adults

Where
Room C

You've probably heard that coloring has many benefits.  Here's what the Journal of the American Art Therapy Association recently stated.

"Studies have shown that “structured coloring of a reasonably complex geometric pattern,” such as a symmetrical mandala pattern or coloring book, can lead to a meditative state that helps reduce anxiety. Consider breaking out your adult coloring books, or drawing your own pattern."

Our library's Coloring for Adults group will be meeting in Room C to color together. 

Photo Group

Where
Room D & Zoom

This group is sponsored by the library and is open to the public.

We have members with all skill levels.  New members and visitors are always welcome!

Themes and activities may change.

Memoir Writing Group

Where
Room C

Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month for the library's Memoir Writing Group. Everyone has a story to tell. Share a memory from your life or write about the people, places, and events that helped to shape it.

Dewey Stitchers

Where
Room C & Zoom

Crafts like crochet and knitting are a great way to pass the time, have fun, and relax.  

Our library's Dewey Stitchers group will meet in Room C to craft together.

If you'd like to participate via Zoom, please contact Samantha at sbarsanti [at] deforestlibrary.org or 608-846-5482 at least one hour prior to the meeting.

We have members with all skill levels.  New members and visitors are always welcome!
 

Winter Card Making*

Where
Community Room

Registration: Register!

Shirley Merker returns to show us the techniques to make a few different cards. 

All materials will be provided. Space is limited, so please register to reserve your spot. This program is intended for adults. The presenter requests that masks be worn during this program.

Sponsored by The Friends of the Library.
 

Badger Book Club

Where
Room C & Zoom

4th Monday of the Month
DeForest Area Public Library
12:00 p.m.

If you want to find a good book, look around you! Wisconsin abounds with local authors and books about our state. Copies of the books to be discussed will be available for checkout at the library.

If you'd like to participate via Zoom, please contact Samantha at sbarsanti [at] deforestlibrary.org or 608-846-5482 at least one hour prior to the meeting.