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Westside Dance with Dean
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesInstructor Dean Paton leads these live partner-dance classes that are great for beginners as well as more experienced dancers. No partner is necessary; both singles and couples are welcome. Series fee: $100 members and non-members. Register and pay in advance here.
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Dream Job: The National Park Service
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesPat 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.
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Is It Time to Right-Size Your Life?
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin 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.
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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:…
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Rainbow Bingo
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesRainbow Bingo is not your grandma’s Bingo! These entertaining and boisterous events feature drag queens, costumes and Jell-O shots. Hosted by emcee Sylvia O’Stayformore, Rainbow Bingo is a fun night out for an audience that includes people in their 20s to 80s. All proceeds support the Center’s programs. Guests can purchase wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks, Jell-O shots and food. Get your tickets early, as we typically sell out! Fee: $40 includes entry, entertainment, dauber and…
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Westside Dance with Dean
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesInstructor Dean Paton leads these live partner-dance classes that are great for beginners as well as more experienced dancers. No partner is necessary; both singles and couples are welcome. Series fee: $100 members and non-members. Register and pay in advance here.
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Chasing Coral
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesThis 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.
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Fabric Painting
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Jazz History in Seven Genres
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesUW 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.
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April Birthday Lunch
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesEvery month we host a special celebratory lunch at Community Dining. April Birthday Lunch Tuesday, April 28, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Featuring: Dina Blade Menu: Hamburgers, coleslaw, baked beans, watermelon, root beer floats Suggested $5/person ages 60+; required $10 under 60 FREE to members on the month of their birthdays Limited seating. RSVP early! . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.
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Westside Dance with Dean
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesInstructor Dean Paton leads these live partner-dance classes that are great for beginners as well as more experienced dancers. No partner is necessary; both singles and couples are welcome. Series fee: $100 members and non-members. Register and pay in advance here.
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Style Refresh with Cabi
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesCabi 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.
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AARP Smart Driver
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesStay 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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Annual Fundraising Breakfast
The Brockey Center 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA, United StatesAt the center of it all is you. Join us for an inspiring morning. "The Center of It All" Annual Fundraising Breakfast Tuesday, May 5 Doors open: 7:30 a.m. | Program: 8 - 9 a.m. The Brockey Center at South Seattle College (new location) (SOLD OUT) About the event: Our Annual Fundraising Breakfast is an opportunity for more than 250 donors, members, small businesses and community supporters to gather to celebrate and support The Center. As…
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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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Backyard Birding
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Richard Lazeres a long time West Seattle birder. He will be discussing mostly resident backyard birds. The presentation is geared toward beginning birders. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.
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Menopause Series: Finding Rest: Holistic Solutions to Menopausal Insomnia
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesLet’s break the silence on menopause! Join us for a special lecture series to demystify this normal life transition. With help from our guest speakers, we’ll take an open, honest look at improving sleep and managing symptoms. This is also an opportunity to connect with other women who are navigating this phase right alongside you. First up, Finding Rest: Holistic Solutions to Menopausal Insomnia If menopause is disrupting your sleep, this workshop will help you…
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Demystifying Your Medical Bill
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesIf you’re confused by your medical bill, this is the presentation for you. Guest speaker Jim Becker will help you understand how to read your bill and get errors corrected when they occur. . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.
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Haircuts by Talia
The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United StatesAre you due for a trim or buzz? We offer mobile haircut and barber services once a month in partnership with licensed cosmetologist Talia Landau. Haircuts will be offered on a pay-what-you-can scale with all proceeds going to support The Center. Please arrive with clean, dry and unstyled hair, if possible. Pictures of desired styles are welcome. To book your appointment, call Talia at 206-317-4656 and mention The Center.
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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.