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The Center for Active Living

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4217 SW Oregon St.
Seattle, WA 98116 United States Get Directions
Phone 206-932-4044
Website https://wscenter.org/

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  • Two men stand beside horse-drawn wagons on a cobblestone street, in front of buildings with signs for Columbia Grocery Co. and Alaska Outfitters—echoes of the Klondike stampede and gold fever linger in the air.

    Gold Fever: History of the Stampede to the Klondike

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

    In August of 1896, in a small stream in the remote Klondike wilderness of Canada’s Yukon, four miners found gold flakes that would ignite one of the greatest stampedes of fortune seekers the world has known. Discover how Seattle played a crucial role in this stunning chapter of American history.  . 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.

    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.

  • Person wearing black shorts and gray sneakers, standing on a white background with legs slightly crossed.

    Qi Gong

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

    Natalia 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.

  • A vintage, bird’s-eye map illustration of a coastal town, showing a grid of labeled streets, sparse buildings, trees, and a shoreline with docks and ships frequented by seasoned captains.

    Captains and a Colonel on Columbia (46th Ave)

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

    In 1888, Colonel Thomas Ewing of the West Seattle Land and Improvement Company announced the opportunity to buy lots in the Admiral District. Join George Vrechek, a volunteer with the Southwest Seattle Historical Society, for a look at the history of the resulting residential development between 1888 and 1910 and some of the homes that were built.  . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • A hand holding a single Mahjong tile, with multiple other tiles scattered on a flat surface in the background, reminiscent of an American Mahjong game at The Center for Active Living West Seattle.

    American Mahjong

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

    Stimulate 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.

  • 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 holding a pen and writing on a notepad with spiral binding, meticulously preparing for a presentation. Nearby, glasses are placed on the table, along with notes about Medicare.

    Writing Group

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

    This writing group encourages you to write for your family or for yourself. Facilitated by Natalie Bumgardner, the group shares stories in a comfortable environment with fellow writers offering comments and encouragement. Space limited. To participate, contact Natalie in advance for materials and other info: nataliebumgardner@yahoo.com.

  • A person with blue hair, glasses, and tattoos, wearing a striped shirt and overalls, is sitting at a table holding playing cards.

    Party Bridge

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

    Join 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.

  • 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…

  • 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 collage inspired by vision board ideas, featuring flowers, stamps, fabric swatches, a photo of a lamppost by water, handwritten notes, and a page from "Romeo and Juliet.

    Creating a Vision Board

    Creating a Vision Board
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Join Geri Dubé, retired therapist, in this three-session workshop where participants will create a Life Collage or Vision Board. Using photos cut from old magazines, we’ll tell the story of the life we wish to create for ourselves this year. Come be part of the fun as we free ourselves to imagine our next chapter. Please bring scissors, a glue stick and lots of old magazines for sharing. Class size is limited to 10.  . RSVP to the front desk in…

  • A group of people participate in a standing exercise class

    Intentional Movement

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

    This 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! 

  • 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.

  • Dance class at the center with several partners dancing

    Westside Dance with Dean

    Westside Dance with Dean
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    East Coast Swing: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.  Three Key Dance Styles: Cha-Cha, Foxtrot and Waltz: 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.  Our next six-week dance series begins in May with options for East Coast Swing or Three Key Dance Styles. Instructor 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…

  • A group of elderly people sits in a circle, playing and tapping on drums in a brightly lit room.

    Hand Drumming Workshop

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

    Experience 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.

  • A chessboard displays various pieces with a fallen white king surrounded by black pieces, indicating a checkmate.

    Chess Club

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

    Are 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.

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

    Conversation Circle – Group #2

    Conversation Circle – Group #2
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Conversation Circle  Share stories in a friendly group to build connections, enhance skills and confidence for deeper friendships and learn to enjoy whole-hearted and open discussions to eliminate loneliness. For info about Group #2, contact Teressa Keenehan: teekay3@comcast.net. 

  • Cribbage

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

    If 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.

  • 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. 

  • 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 - 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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