Senior
Newsletter

River Forest Township works to strengthen our community through social and supportive services that help improve the well-being of residents of all ages and stages of life.

November 2026

Dear River Forest Residents,

Our village is glowing as the leaves turn to gold, and I would like to invite you to jump into fun and community at the River Forest Township this November with Senior Programming at 8020 Madison Street.

Stay active, connected, and inspired this November! We have a wonderful lineup of senior activities, including fitness classes, creative workshops, and social gatherings designed to keep your mind and body engaged.

Need help navigating your healthcare options? State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) counselors are available by appointment to offer free, unbiased guidance on your Medicare choices. Counselors are scheduling one-on-one sessions leading up to the December 7th Medicare Open Enrollment deadline. Call 708-383-8060 to schedule your appointment today!

Home Repair Program

November Special Events

Friday, November 13

Pickleball Instruction with Kelly Frank - Gym
1:00PM - 3:00PM

Tuesday, November 17th
Intentional Breath Workshop - Room 208
11:00AM - 12:00PM

Thursday, November 19th
Author’s Forum - Oak Park Township Senior Center -
130 S Oak Park Avenue
4:00PM

Friday, December 11
Pickleball Instruction with Kelly Frank - Gym

1:00PM - 3:00PM

Fall Programming…

Is in full swing at 8020 Madison Street!

Monday
Indoor Self-Guided Walking - Gym
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Waiver Required

Tuesday
Yoga - Gym
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Waiver Required - Bring your own mat

Wednesday
Pickleball (no instructor) - Gym
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Waiver Required - Pre-Registration Required
Bring your own racquet

Thursday
Guided Physical Activity - Gym
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Waiver Required - Pre-Registration Required.

Friday
Indoor Self-Guided Walking - Gym
8:30 AM -10:00 AM
Waiver Required 
Zumba - Room 219 (Dance Studio)
11:30AM -12:30PM
Waiver Required - Pre-Registration Required

Monday

Art Classes - Room 208
1:00PM - 3:00PM

Pre-Registration Required
(No class on November 30th)

Intermediate Mahjong (no instructor) - Room 208
3:00PM -5:00PM
All are welcome

Tuesday
Chess Classes - Room 208
3:00PM -5:00PM
All are welcome

Wednesday

Senior Piano - Room 208
11:00AM - 12:00PM

Pre-Registration Required. 

Thursday
Beginner Mahjong with Instructor - Room 208

1:00PM - 3:00PM

All are welcome

River Forest Township works closely with the Oak Park Township to provide senior services and programming to both our communities. Click here to see all the senior programming available for River Forest residents at the Oak Park Township including lunch daily.

To register for any program at the River Forest Civic Center, 8020
Madison Street, you can call Yazmin at 708-383-8060 or for registration for a specific program, call the program hotline at 708-725-9129.

Free Passes Available to the
Chicago Botanic Garden

The passes expire on December 31, 2027 and
include access to the seasonal attractions including the Model
Railroad, Butterflies in Bloom, and Tram Tours. The free passes are first come first serve and are limited to one per resident. If you'd like a pass please call Supervisor Druckman at 708-366-2029 (extension 4), email supervisor@riverforesttownship.org or drop by the River Forest Township office on the second floor of the River Forest Civic Center, 8020 Madison Street.

River Forest Public Library Senior Programming Funded by the River Forest Township

735 Lathrop Avenue | River Forest | Barbara Hall meeting room

To register call 708-366-5205 or visit RiverForestPublicLibrary.org/adults

Coffee Monday - Coloring for mental stimulation and relaxation| Monday, November 2
10 - 11 AM
Craft & Chat - Pumpkin Floral Centerpieces | Thursday, November 5 (registration required)
7 - 8 PM 
Radio Goes to War | Sunday, November 8
2 - 3:30 PM 
Chair Yoga | Saturday, November 14 (registration required)
2 - 3 PM
Film Lover Fridays - The Asphalt Jungle (1950)| Friday, November 20
1 - 3:30 PM 

Note: The library also has book clubs if you are interested (as does Oak Park Township and the Lifelong Learning program through the Park District of Oak Park) Don't forget you can borrow a "hotspot" from your local library, so you can get access to wi-fi when needed. (i.e. if you are traveling or don't have wi-fi at home this will give you access). Call your library for more information.