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  • A collage of Black performers, speakers, and audience members at a cultural event, with the word "NATIONTIME" in bold, shadowed letters at the bottom center.

    Nationtime

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

    In honor of Black History Month, join us for the restored version of Nationtime. It is the only filmed record of the historic 1972 National Black Political Convention, which was a turning point in the struggle for self-determination and equal rights. Convention participants included leaders from across the political spectrum and stars of stage and screen including Coretta Scott King, Bobby Seale, Harry Belafonte, Reverend Jesse Jackson and Betty Shabazz.

  • An elderly man with white hair and glasses is using a computer in a room with several workstations. Another man is seated and working at a computer in the background.

    Tech Made Easy

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

    We 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. Join this group dedicated to getting benefits rather than frustration out of their devices. Come Mondays for information and discussion; return Wednesdays to practice new skills on your own device. (Previously called Traveling the…

  • An elderly man with white hair and glasses is using a computer in a room with several workstations. Another man is seated and working at a computer in the background.

    Burke Dykes Computer Lab

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

    Use 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.

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Tai Chi Level 1 Beginners

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

    Improve 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 is for beginners. Level 2 is for intermediate practitioners and those looking for a review of basic moves and combinations. Level 3 will be for those experienced in tai chi and ready to add to their skill set.

  • Close-up of a hand writing the word "Español" in yellow chalk on a green chalkboard.

    (The Not So) Beginner Spanish Class

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

    Designed 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. 

  • A green bowl of creamy vegetable soup garnished with parsley sits next to a slice of bread and a spoon on a green plate.

    Margie’s Café

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

    Open 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. 

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Tai Chi Level 2 Intermediate

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

    Improve 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 is for beginners. Level 2 is for intermediate practitioners and those looking for a review of basic moves and combinations. Level 3 will be for those experienced in tai chi and ready to add to their skill set.

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Tai Chi Level 3 Advanced

    Tai Chi Level 3 Advanced
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Improve 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 is for beginners. Level 2 is for intermediate practitioners and those looking for a review of basic moves and combinations. Level 3 will be for those experienced in tai chi and ready to add to their skill set.

  • Close-up of a hand writing the word "Español" in yellow chalk on a green chalkboard.

    Casual Spanish Conversation Class

    Casual Spanish Conversation Class
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    This 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.

  • Two people smiling and proudly holding up their vibrant fabric painting creations, each piece a testament to the beauty of abstract art.

    Fabric Painting

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

    Join Lloyd Hardesty with "Scarf It Up with LH" as you learn the techniques of using acrylic paints with a wet wash & dry brush. We'll paint on all types of fabric and you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Supplies provided. The max class size is 14.  . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • An elderly man with white hair and glasses is using a computer in a room with several workstations. Another man is seated and working at a computer in the background.

    Digital Navigation: Tech Guidance and Troubleshooting

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

    Tuesdays, 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. 

  • Two plates of food containing rice, vegetables, and a meat dish are placed on a counter. Two people are serving food from trays in the background.

    Community Dining

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

    We 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. 

  • A person wearing a patterned sleeveless shirt crochets a colorful yarn project on a checkered tablecloth.

    Arts & Crafts Meet-Up

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

    A weekly gathering for creative and artistic people to work on your own projects and socialize with like-minded people. Bring your own materials plus your creative energy and find encouragement and community. Creative people of all ages and stages of development are welcome to join us!

  • Pinochle

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

    No partner is needed for this popular game at The Center. For info: Susan Berven: 206-938-4844 or suebee98126@yahoo.com.

    Free
  • Two women are seated at a table, engaged in conversation

    Communication Lab 2.0

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

    In 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.

  • A group of people practice yoga indoors, performing the downward dog pose on yoga mats.

    Yoga For Strong Bodies, Strength & Stability

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

    Challenge your body at any age with movements that support strength, balance, and confidence.  You’ll learn how to build strong bones through good alignment, intentional yoga poses, and light weights that stimulate bone density safely and effectively. This approach creates healthy stress on your bones — just enough to encourage growth — while improving your posture, stability, and overall strength. It’s a mindful, sustainable way to stay strong for life. If possible bring two blocks, light weights and a yoga mat. 

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Fitness For Fun

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

    Join 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.

  • A green bowl of creamy vegetable soup garnished with parsley sits next to a slice of bread and a spoon on a green plate.

    Margie’s Café

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

    Open 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. 

  • A collection of books including "Beginner's German" and other guides on language and skills. The German book cover shows a person skiing and landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate.

    Conversational German

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

    Come speak German with native speakers and make new friends at this informal weekly gathering at Margie’s Café. Begleiten Sie Uns! 

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Balance & Strength

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

    Join 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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