We program hundreds of events and activities for seniors each month. Residents experience professional musicians, local elected officials, award-winning authors, local artists, and much more – all brought conveniently to The Oak Park Arms.
Activities and Events for Seniors – February Read More »
Noteworthy, the award-winning show choir from Oak Park River Forest High School will perform on Friday, Dec. 5. Noteworthy brings an infectious energy to every performance, filling the room with excitement and joy. The free event is open to the public.
The Oak Park Arms will host a lunch and learn with Richard Boykin, Democratic candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 7th District at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025. The lunch and learn is free and open to the public.
Richard Boykin engages Oak Park seniors at Oak Park Arms lunch and learn – Nov. 21 Read More »
Free Senior Self-Defense & Safety class at Oak Park Arms on Nov 4. Learn from Cook County Sheriff’s Police about home invasion, carjacking, and street robbery prevention. Register now!
Senior safety alert: free self-defense class offered to Oak Park seniors – Nov. 4 Read More »
Oak Park students from Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School joined seniors for an intergenerational gardening project spearheaded by Laura Stamp, a 2023-‘24 Fulbright Distinguished Teacher Award recipient and a $10,000 grant from the Township of Oak Park River Forest for an intergenerational project.
Fulbright Scholar’s students dig in with seniors for intergenerational gardening project Read More »
Harmony for Hearts, a student-led musical outreach group, performed at the Oak Park Arms on September 27. The organization provides inspiring classical and jazz performances to seniors. They brought intergenerational connection to our residents and it truly brightened everyone’s day and left us feeling inspired.
Harmony for Hearts fills Oak Park Arms with inspiring musical performance Read More »
We had a fantastic time this week with the bright students from OPRF High School’s Hydroponics program. It was a wonderful opportunity for intergenerational learning and a reminder of how important it is to care for our planet.
Farming’s future blooms as Oak Park River Forest students teach hydroponics to seniors Read More »
Join us for a free evening of diverse music with the incredibly talented Louie Kertgen! Known for his captivating blend of folk, country, punk, and psychedelic sounds, Louie is also the front-man of the Chicago band Coyote Fire! This special event takes place on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 5 p.m.
Oak Park Arms to host eclectic performance by Louie Kertgen – July 25 Read More »
The “Democracy in Action” event, hosted July 16 by the Oak Park Arms, brought together senior residents and members of the public for a dynamic discussion with Illinois legislators.
Legislative leaders connect with community at Oak Park Arms ‘Democracy in Action’ event Read More »
“Chicago” Ed Parzygnat will present a tribute concert as Elvis Presley from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 27, at the Oak Park Arms. The concert has been moved from the South Parking Lot to the Historic Ballroom. Snacks and water will be provided. Join us!
