Events
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Living a Purpose-Full/Meaning-Full Life
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWhat gets you up in the morning? What puts pep in your step? How do you get motivated to keep learning, stay connected and build new friendships? Come share your thoughts and explore new possibilities in creating a purpose-full, meaning-full life. Led by Geri Dubé, retired therapist. The four-week series is limited to 10 participants. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.
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Balance & Strength
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin personal trainer Denise Geroux to improve your balance and prevent falls with this interactive class using Feldenkrais Method (TM) of Awareness Through Movement (TM), Tai Chi and Chi Gung exercises. You will learn how to align your posture in standing and sitting and strengthen your lower body and core. We will also work on joint stability and flexibility, breathing and mindfulness—all of which contribute to better balance. We use chairs in this class. All…
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Party Bridge
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us for Party Bridge at The Center. If you love playing cards with your friends, come win tricks with us every week. To sign up, contact Kim Roper: kimputer@comcast.net.
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Mindfulness with Journaling
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesCertified teacher Kristine Kero explores the daily practice of mindful journaling, which can improve wellness and relieve stress. You do not read out loud what you write. She will provide questions for self-reflection and focus on breathing for calmness. Bring a notebook and pen.
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Community Dining
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWe serve a hot meal prepared from scratch by our staff Chef Francisco in a communal setting. Our menu changes every day and is designed to be culturally varied and nutritious. Suggested $5/person ages 60+; required $10 under 60.
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American Mah Jongg
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesStimulate your brain by playing this ancient Chinese tile game that is similar to the card game Rummy. All levels of players are welcome. For players new to the game, please register for our new class, American Mah Jongg for Beginners.
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Fall Prevention Interactive Workshop
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWe are excited to welcome back local physical therapist Julia Badding of Sea Pines Physical Therapy for this popular hands-on workshop. Julia will offer live demonstrations, tips, handouts and a Q&A session about preventing falls and how to fall. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.
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Housing & Aging Workshop: Navigating Your Next Chapter
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesAre you or a loved one considering a move or planning for the future? Join us for an informative workshop designed for adults 55+ and their families. Learn practical downsizing strategies, explore housing and care options, understand essential legal documents, and gain valuable tax and financial insights to help you avoid costly mistakes. You'll receive expert guidance to make informed decisions, plan with confidence, and gain peace of mind for the road ahead. . RSVP to the front desk in person…
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Qi Gong
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesNatalia Boff is a certified Holden Qi Gong instructor and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach based in Seattle. Her gentle, accessible classes support balance, mobility, stress reduction and overall well-being. Movements can be done standing or seated. Qi Gong is a great complement for those who enjoy Tai Chi or yoga.
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Tech Made Easy
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWe can't hide from tech or ignore it, so why not learn how to make it work for us? We'll help you make interacting with your digital devices simpler, safer and more satisfying. If it has a chip (not chocolate!), we deal with it. Volunteer Susan Herbert leads this group dedicated to getting benefits rather than frustration out of their devices. Join us on Mondays for information and discussion, return on Wednesdays to practice new skills on your own device.
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Mexican Train
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us every Wednesday afternoon for Mexican Train dominoes—a fun, social and easy-to-learn game that is perfect for both beginners and seasoned pros!
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Late Wednesday Book Club
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us for a new late afternoon club for book lovers. You’ll get to help decide on the format and structure of this book club alongside fellow readers. Wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be for sale at Margie’s. Interested in joining or leading this group? Let us know at the front desk. This program is replacing Quiet Reading at The Center.
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Burke Dykes Computer Lab
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesUse our Windows computers to check email, surf the internet, search online resources and access popular software like Microsoft Office. Printer and scanner available. If you want support while using our computers, stop by during our Digital Navigation program hours.
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(The Not So) Beginner Spanish Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesDesigned for beginners with some experience speaking Spanish, the goal of this class is to eventually transition into the Casual Spanish Conversation class. For more info: Suzanne Geoghegan: suzannegeo1@gmail.com.
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Tai Chi
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesImprove your balance and increase your energy, strength and coordination. Join instructor Richard Lazeres for a continuing class that blends exercises for health benefits, longevity and fun. Level 1: Thursdays, 9 - 10 a.m. This class is for beginners and intermediate practitioners looking for a review of the first third Cheng Man Ching’s 37. Level 2: Thursdays, 10 - 11 a.m. This class is for people experienced in tai chi and ready to add to their skill set.
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Margie’s Café
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesOpen for breakfast, lunch and snacks, Margie’s Café offers a rotating weekly menu of delicious, freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items, sandwiches, quiches, salads and soups. Prices are à la carte.
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Casual Spanish Conversation Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesThis class is based on themes with vocabulary and grammar support. Opportunities are provided to practice speaking in a relaxed and comfortable environment. For more information contact Jerie Milici: jerie.milici@gmail.com.
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Stress Reduction Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Stress Coach Dat Tran to learn how to manage stress and have fun while doing it. He’ll teach about an extraordinary method he created that can be used to navigate stress in as easy as one breath and 10 seconds. This class can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to feel extraordinary in community and has a vision of having a more stress-free and joyful life.
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Digital Navigation: Tech Guidance and Troubleshooting
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesTuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. If you have questions about your cell phone, tablet or personal computer, come to our computer lab and queue up for a one-on-one 30-minute support session. We’ll help you gain confidence on your device by providing practical advice and solutions for common device headaches. Suggested donation: $10. No appointment necessary. Before heading to The Center, please call 206-932-4044/ext. 114 to confirm the lab schedule for the day.
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Community Dining
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWe serve a hot meal prepared from scratch by our staff Chef Francisco in a communal setting. Our menu changes every day and is designed to be culturally varied and nutritious. Suggested $5/person ages 60+; required $10 under 60.