By Older Adult Services Librarian Claire Steiner
The data is clear—playing games energizes the mind, body, soul. For older adults, playing games improves mood, facilitates connection, and keeps the mind sharp. Plus, it’s just fun! Get your game on at the Oak Park Public Library this summer.
Here are some ways to incorporate games and play into your day.
Check out games from the Library of Things
The Library of Things has games for check out with your Oak Park library card. Try your hand at bocce ball, badminton, frisbee, or just go fly a kite!
Play games at home or join us at the library
Free online games through Hoopla
Get one week of online gameplay using only one Hoopla borrow with a Hoopla BingePass. There are thousands of games to choose from right at your fingertips, and new games are added daily to both BingePasses:
- Puzzmo: Test your wits and keep your mind sharp with fresh games daily. Explore these exciting twists on classic games and discover exclusive new ones.
- Puzzle Palace: Play a variety of brain-bending Sudoku, crossword, and word games—with something for kids, beginners, and seasoned experts alike. New games added daily!
Scrabble Club
Tuesday, July 14, 1 pm, Main Library
Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All skill levels and ages are welcome.
Puzzle Swap
Saturday, October 3, 1-3 pm, Main Library
Mark your calendars! Puzzles are a great way to spend an afternoon. The library hosts a puzzle swap multiple times a year, so you can bring in the old and walk out with some new ones.
Browse the Friends Book Fair, July 10-12
The Friends Book Fair is legendary for many reasons, but books are just the beginning. Games and puzzles for all ages are available, so check out this year’s collections to get some inexpensive and fun new games to take home.
Read & learn about games
Learn about popular games, or just brush up on rules and skills with our collections at the library.
Whether you are looking for some quiet fun or a party game, we’ve got you covered. Make the Oak Park Public Library your go-to for summer fun!
About Claire
Claire is the Older Adult Services Librarian. On Thursdays, you can find her cruising around delivering books for Home Delivery. Claire loves a good podcast, awesome finds at the thrift store, and Friday happy hour.