Events
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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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Coffee With Vets
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesLocal veterans enjoy coffee and conversation, then stay for lunch! This is a great opportunity to get to know other veterans and hear stories about their time in the military and chat about other topics.
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The True Butterfly Effect
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesArtist 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.
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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.
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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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Cribbage
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesIf you are a cribbage player, it’s time to meet up and play with other enthusiasts. For info: Jay Fulwider: budandotis@msn.com or 206-257-5599.
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Chess Club
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesAre you looking for a new activity to keep your brain sharp and clear? Join us for lessons, short tutorials and chess for all levels of expertise.
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Low Vision Group
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesWe welcome you to participate in this group to share the challenges of dealing with low vision and receive resources and support. To register contact our social worker, Josh Maduell: 206-932-4044 / ext. 2 or joshm@wscenter.org. If you are not pre-registered, you will not be admitted.
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Hand Drumming Workshop
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesExperience relaxation, energy and well-being when you join Kenny Mandell’s popular workshop. No experience necessary. Drums and/or rattles provided, but if you have your own, please bring them. Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4 p.m.
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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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Intentional Movement
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesThis music-driven movement class blends simple dance moves with full-body exercises to boost mood and improve coordination. No experience needed, just come ready for fun! Bring walking shoes and a bottle of water!
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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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What Would You Do?
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesAll 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.
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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 have to 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 Mahjong
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, and newcomers, are welcome.
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The Willmar 8
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesIn 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.