Geri-Fit Program Highlights Dubois Library July Schedule

Dubois- Dubois Branch Library is offering a free exercise program for older adults called Geri-Fit® every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. 

The strength training exercise program is designed to build strength, improve balance and coordination, increase endurance, and enhance range of motion. 

The program is led from a DVD where the instructor guides the participants through the 45-minute class. Most of the bodybuilding exercises are performed seated in chairs with a set of light dumbbell weights and there is no choreography, dancing or floorwork. Participants are encouraged to do the best they can and modifications are given throughout the video for those that have limitations.   

"Because one pound of muscle is lost each year past the age of 50, it’s important that older adults retain and build muscle as they continue to age," states Geri-Fit founder, Francesca Fisher.  "Although walking is an excellent form of exercise for older adults, it is not enough to build the muscular strength in the legs and hips." According to reports published by The American College of Sports Medicine, adults over the age of 60 should lift weights two times-a-week.

Dubois Branch Library is located at 5506 E Main St, Dubois, IN.  Classes are at no cost and are open to any older adult age 55 and over, but space is limited and registration is required.   Register by calling the library at 812-678-2548.  

Participants should bring their own set of light dumbbell weights, a stretch band, and water to drink. 

Other July Library events include: 

Fridays in July at 9 a.m. Chair Yoga—Must register

Sat. July 1 between 10:30 – 2:00 p.m. – Adult Firework Painting.  Must pre-register

Mon. July 3 between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. –American Craft Day for all ages.  Chose from a variety of patriotic crafts to make.  

Tues. July 4 – the library is closed for the holiday

Wed. July 5 at 1:30 – Little Astronauts. Space games, craft and a story time for ages 2-6 with and adult.  Sibling’s welcome. 

Thurs. July 6 at 10:30 at Dubois Elementary—Paddy Lynn Storytelling and kid participation theater. 

Fri. July 7 at 1:30 – Robotics for ages 4 to 12.  Have fun programing the Ozo Bots.  

Fri. July 7 at 7 p.m. – Musical Tour of Europe with Mike O’Bryan on the accordion and Dane Waters on vocals. 

Mon. July 10 at 1 p.m. – Interactive Family Movie Day. As we watch the movie “Bolt”, take part in fun participation activities.  

Tues. July 11 at 4 p.m. and at 5 p.m. – Color Burst Bears for ages 4 and up. Stuff and then dye your own bear the way you want.   Must pre-register.   These are two different opportunities.

Wed. July 12 at 1:30 p.m. – Little Musicians for kids 2 to 6 with an adult.  Make music and have a story time.  Sibling’s welcome.

Wed. July 12 at 7 p.m. – Ukulele Jam with Duane Murphy.  Bring along your uke and join in the fun.  Beginner’s welcome. 

Thurs. July 13 at 10:30 am at Dubois Elementary – Hedgehog Hannah live animal show.

Fri. July 14 at 1:30 Lego STEAM for ages 4-12.  Build working machines with Legos.  

Mon. July 17 Open Paint Party Day from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Choose from blank wood cut-outs or pottery to paint.  Come anytime. 

Wed. July 19 between 5 to 8 p.m. Adult Craft: Travel Flag.  Create a beautiful burlap flag using the Cricut and vinyl. Must pre-register

Thurs. July 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Dubois Elementary – Harry Potter Tribute.  Magic and fun. 

Fri. July 21 at 1:30 p.m. Programming Minecraft for ages 8 – 16.  Play with others on our computers and share your tips.  

Fri. July 21 LAST DAY OF SUMMER READING – Last chance to turn in your reading logs and if you have been using Beanstack, come by the library to sign up for the Grand Prize Drawings. 

Sat. July 22 from 10:30 – 2:30 Paint Like Bob Ross: Fall Cabin.  Sign up by going to www.bendintheroadstudio.com or call 812-508-6747.   Cost is $50 when you use the coupon code “CABIN”.  

Mon. July 24 from 1:00 p.m. – 3 p.m. Open Build Play Day.  Build with our LEGO’s, DUPLO’s, Keva Planks, Brain Flakes and more.  

Wed. July 26 at 1:30 p.m. – Little Cooks for ages 2-6 with an adult.  Let’s listen to a story and then cook up something good to eat.  Sibling’s welcome. 

Fri. July 28 at 1:30 p.m. – Programming Roblox for ages 8-16.  Play with others on our computers and share tips. 

Mon, July 31 at 6:30 pm—End of the Month Book Club—reading “Map of the Stars” by Adrian Matejka. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book.  

For more details or to register for programs visit the Calendar on our website at jdcpl.us or contact the Dubois Branch Library at 812-678-2548 or on Facebook at “Dubois Branch Library”.  Dubois Library hours are Mon & Wed. 10-8, Tues. & Thurs. 10-6, Fri. 10-5 and Sat. 10-2.