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  • Colorful paper butterflies are arranged in a gradient from red to green on white gallery walls, creating a three-dimensional art installation that beautifully illustrates the butterfly effect.

    The True Butterfly Effect

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Artist Alexandra Nason will lead a hands-on butterfly art activity inspired by the “butterfly effect”—the idea that small actions can create meaningful change. Participants can drop in at any time to decorate a metal butterfly while reflecting on creativity, connection and the impact of everyday gestures. All materials provided; no art experience needed.

  • Photo of Geri, who has gray hair and is smiling at the camera, wearing a light pink sweater and simple jewelry

    What Would You Do?

    What Would You Do?
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    All of us have faced tough dilemmas and difficult scenarios and have learned strategies for coping through our own experiences. Facilitated by Geri Dubé, a retired therapist with more than 35 years of experience, this series will dive into thorny issues you might encounter and explore how to handle the situation. This is a four-week series limited to 10 participants. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Black-and-white photo of the Willmar 8, several women in winter clothing holding protest signs, with film title "The Willmar 8" and credit text overlaid.

    The Willmar 8

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    In honor of Women’s History Month, join us for the screening of “The Willmar 8,” directed by actress Lee Grant. In December 1977 in the small town of Willmar, Minn., eight women went on strike over charges of sexual discrimination, unequal pay and unequal opportunities at the Citizens National Bank. The strike made national headlines. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Photo of Geri, who has gray hair and is smiling at the camera, wearing a light pink sweater and simple jewelry

    What Would You Do?

    What Would You Do?
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    All of us have faced tough dilemmas and difficult scenarios and have learned strategies for coping through our own experiences. Facilitated by Geri Dubé, a retired therapist with more than 35 years of experience, this series will dive into thorny issues you might encounter and explore how to handle the situation. This is a four-week series limited to 10 participants. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Large, fluffy white clouds fill the sky

    Clean Air Workshop

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    This interactive Clean Air Workshop helps people understand how air pollution affects health and daily life. Participants will explore local air quality issues and learn practical protection strategies. All participants will receive a free “AirMatters Toolkit” with accessible resources to stay safe, informed and engaged in advocating for cleaner, healthier neighborhoods. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Ann Manley with short blonde hair and glasses, wearing a dark cardigan over a white patterned top, smiles at the camera against a plain background.

    Estate Planning Essentials

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Join West Seattle attorney and Center board member Ann Manley for a conversation about estate planning. Ann will cover topics like the essential components of a comprehensive plan, how to prepare for a seamless transition of your assets and ensure your wishes are honored at the end of life and how to minimize taxes. You are invited to bring your questions! . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • A person holding a small tin of yellow balm and using their finger to scoop some out

    A Season of Renewal: Spring Beauty & Self Care

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Beauty Consultant Dawn Bly will lead a free Mary Kay workshop designed to help you feel refreshed, relaxed, and confident. Enjoy simple skincare tips, easy makeup ideas and soothing self-care habits that enhance your natural beauty. No experience needed—just come, unwind and enjoy a bit of springtime pampering. Class size limited to 10. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Photo of Geri, who has gray hair and is smiling at the camera, wearing a light pink sweater and simple jewelry

    What Would You Do?

    What Would You Do?
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    All of us have faced tough dilemmas and difficult scenarios and have learned strategies for coping through our own experiences. Facilitated by Geri Dubé, a retired therapist with more than 35 years of experience, this series will dive into thorny issues you might encounter and explore how to handle the situation. This is a four-week series limited to 10 participants. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • National Park Service logo featuring a tree, mountain, lake, and bison on a brown arrowhead-shaped background—a perfect symbol for those seeking dream jobs with the National Park Service.

    Dream Job: The National Park Service

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Pat Pilcher, retired park ranger, will share what it’s like to work for the National Park Service. He’ll highlight the diversity and spectacular beauty of our national parks that filmmaker Ken Burns called “America’s Best Idea.” Pat will also relate his personal experience doing his “dream job” at the seven different national parks where he worked throughout his career. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Two cardboard boxes on a wooden floor, one labeled "STUFF" with a smiley face and the other "CLOTHES" in black marker

    Is It Time to Right-Size Your Life?

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Join West Seattle realtors, facilitators and topic experts, Emily Austin and Kristine Milkovich—who are also Center board members—for an informative program to explore decluttering, downsizing and planning your next chapter with confidence. Learn how to recognize the right time to simplify, use home equity wisely and create a clear life-mapping plan. Gain practical guidance to make empowered decisions on your timeline. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Toni Armeslav stands in front of a brick wall. She is smiling slightly

    Home Care or Home Health: What is the Difference?

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    “Home Care” and “Home Health” are two distinct programs that provide services to people at home. Both programs can help make it possible for individuals to remain at home if they wish to do so. Led by one of our social workers, Toni Ameslav, this class will discuss features of each program, how to qualify, approximate costs and more. Toni will include time for Q&A. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at:…

  • A scuba diver explores a vibrant coral reef underwater beneath a boat on the surface

    Chasing Coral

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    This Earth Day, dive into the deep with us for a special screening of “Chasing Coral.” A daring team of divers and scientists will go on a thrilling underwater adventure as they solve the mystery of our vanishing reefs and reveal a hidden world we can’t afford to lose. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • A gold alto saxophone with black mouthpiece and detailed keys

    Jazz History in Seven Genres

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    UW Music Professor Emeritus Tom Collier celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month with a multi-media presentation on the history of jazz through the lens of seven distinctive genres, including early jazz, swing, bebop, cool, hard bop, free jazz and fusion. Tom will help define each genre through recordings and visuals of iconic artists such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Miles Davis. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • A woman with curly hair wearing sunglasses, an orange sleeveless top, and white pants sits outdoors smiling, a blue scarf draped over her shoulder

    Style Refresh with Cabi

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Cabi stylist Mary Beth Logsdon will get us inspired for summer fashion with this free session. Discover fresh fashion trends, styling tips and outfit ideas to help you look and feel your best this coming season. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • Close-up of hands gripping a steering wheel

    AARP Smart Driver

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Stay safe behind the wheel by joining this course designed to refresh your driving knowledge and reinforce safe driving practices Class size is limited to 12. Fee: $20 AARP members / $25 non-AARP members. (Upon completion of the course, most insurances offer a safe driver discount.) . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

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