Events
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Communication Lab 2.0
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesIn a spirit of inquiry and mutual respect, we observe our communication habits to see what works to connect and what doesn’t, experiment with new practices that foster care, respect, honesty connection and share our experiments, experiences, challenges and celebrations. Sura Hart, a trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication, will help you strengthen your communication skills through fun activities, role plays and her No-Fault Zone® game. For info: Sura Hart: 805-698-3332 or sura@thenofaultzone.com.
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Learn About the WA Cares Fund
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWA Cares Fund provides working Washingtonians a way to earn access to long-term care benefits that will be available when they need them. This new fund could cover most of the need for some people, while for others it will provide breathing room during one of life’s most challenging stages. Join us for a conversation on how the program works, how caregiving responsibilities impact families, who contributes to the fund, how to qualify for benefits…
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Fitness For Fun
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Sherry for a class that engages all parts of your body and brain. She will have you moving your body and having fun with upbeat music and easy steps. Every class will be a little different to keep you flexible in mind and body.
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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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Conversational German
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesCome speak German with native speakers and make new friends at this informal weekly gathering at Margie’s Café. Begleiten Sie Uns!
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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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Men’s Support Group #1
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesHave you been looking for a space to discuss the challenges of aging as a man? Our men's support group is an opportunity for men to come together in a safe and supportive environment to discuss different topics, ideas and resources. To register, contact our social worker, Josh Maduell: 206-932-4044 / ext. 2 or joshm@wscenter.org. Group #1: Fridays, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Group #2: Mondays, 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
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Hatha Yoga
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesCertified yoga instructor Nadine Blinn uses soft versions of poses designed for seniors that are held for longer periods, allowing the body to ease into them. This class includes floor and chair exercises, so please bring a mat. Expect a calm beginning and end with a relaxed pace. Chairs are available for assistance in balancing and pose adaptations. Beginners through experienced yogis are welcome!
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Scrabble / Bananagrams Club
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesMeet up with your friends at Margie’s Café for the ultimate crossword game where every letter counts. Or try Banagrams, the only anagram game that will drive you bananas. It’s fun, engaging and good for your brain.
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Scrabble / Bananagrams Club
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesMeet up with your friends at Margie’s Café for the ultimate crossword game where every letter counts. Or try Banagrams, the only anagram game that will drive you bananas. It’s fun, engaging and good for your brain.
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Book Club: Season 4
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us as we read and discuss books from many genres. Monthly books are suggested and chosen by members of the group. For info: Cheryl Cough: cherylcough@gmail.com (Group is currently full)
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Quilters Group
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesShare your recent work, get inspiration and join a fun community of local quilters. Quilters of all levels of experience are welcome. For info: Mary Anne Spada: spada01@comcast.net or 206-795-5774.
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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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Meditation Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesThis class will explore a variety of ways to make friends with our minds. Each week includes several brief on-the-spot meditations, a review of what has been covered, as well as discussion of the results. The goal is to develop and deepen the skills needed for a relaxed presence.
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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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Actividades En Español Con El Apoyo De Sea Mar Community Health Center’s Staff / Sea Mar Activities In Spanish
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesEl Personal de Sea Mar le da la bienvenida a todos los miembros para disfrutar de un día completo de actividades divertidas, socialización, almuerzo, información, asistencia y recursos en Español. Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a Ayadet Duque: AyadetDuquePerez@seamarchc.org o 206-610-9693. We welcome all members of the Latinx community for a full day of activities, social time, lunch information, assistance and resources. For more info, contact Ayadet Duque: AyadetDuquePerez@seamarchc.org o 206-610-9693. Martes (Tuesdays), 9…
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Get Moving!
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesPhysical therapist Sherryl DeVries leads this multi-level variety workout class designed for everyone, especially for people with a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Exercises will include big movement, cardio, weight training, dance movement and boxing. All movements can be modified with a chair.
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English Conversation Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesForeign language speakers are paired with volunteers who give one-to-one English lessons to practice their pronunciation as well as their comprehension skills. The group has a lot of fun getting to know each other and making new friends. To volunteer or for info: Jerie Milici: jerie.milici@gmail.com. (English as a Second Language or ESL Class.)
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Exploring Art Class
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesCome and try watercolor, acrylics, and drawing, with classic, impressionist, or abstract approaches to creating art. We have donated supplies you can use or you can bring your own. You can bring your own projects too. The goal is to find your style and to meet other artists. Visit the instructor’s website ardella-swanbergart.com for samples of her work.
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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 - 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 25-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.