Oswego Senior Center facility remains temporarily closed and continues to suspend the congregate meal program, group activities and classes inside the facility. OSC will continue to evaluate its services, exercising extreme caution for the safety of seniors, follow Illinois state guidelines and consult with other senior agencies.

During this time of the facility closure, OSC is excited to launch online activities and classes to engage participation while accommodating the safety and health of seniors. The technology for online participation will be through ZOOM. Although staff members are not on-site daily, they are collecting messages regularly at 630-554-5602. Calls will be returned.

Upcoming events include:

Learn How to Zoom Link: Mondays in June, 1 p.m. and Wednesdays in June, 10 a.m. Practice and personal assistance will be available to you via your PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone through this Oswego Senior Center Learn to Zoom Link class. You will need to be able to access the internet. Practice times will give you a chance to try joining a Zoom session and to seek assistance if needed. Kathy Perez, MSW, LSW will help you through the easy step process. For assistance, visit oswegoseniorcenter.org, for a "Learn to Zoom Link Step by Step" link. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the practice.

Heart & Bones: Monday-Friday at 10 a.m. starting June 22. Engaging, fun fitness Zoom class. Participants will benefit from cardio, resistance and strength training. Balance, coordination, flexibility, agility and energy may be improved. All exercises can be modified to accommodate injuries or specific needs. Wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes and participate from the comfort of your home. Instructors are Gabriel Davila, ACE certified trainer and Beth Peshia, OSC health and wellness coordinator. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class.

Chair Exercise: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m. Get moving with chair exercise video in the comfort of your home through this Zoom class. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class. This class is offered to all ages.

History through Biographies: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Join this history class through Zoom with instructor Mike Adolph, a retired history teacher. Mike moderates a lively discussion as participants explore history by presenting biographies they’ve chosen from a list of more than 200 Americans, such as Teddy Roosevelt, Gary Kildall or member suggestions. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class.

OSC Technology Lab and Social Club: Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Seniors who need help with a PC or electronic device, or have questions about programs or email usage, should join in. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class.

Genealogy Class: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Learn how to trace your ancestors’ unique story and your family tree online. There are variety of online tools available. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class.

Caregiver Support Group: Friday, July 17, 11 a.m. Join Keith Bielema, BSW, of Kendall County Health Department transitions program as he leads this monthly support group for those who have found themselves in a caregiving role. This group offers support, ideas, resources and hope on the sometimes heavy journey through caregiving especially through these challenging times. Call OSC at 630-554-5602 with your email address. They will send an invitation to your email for the class.

Walk About Oswego: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. starting June 23. Enjoy the outdoors for a 30- to 40-minute walk. Great exercise. Meet in the OSC garden area. Wear a mask and keep us all safe. Bring your own water. Led by Beth Peshia, health and wellness coordinator. No registration required at this time. For information or questions, call 630-554-5602.