Emma from the Wallingford Community Senior Center asked us to pass along these (mostly) free classes and events going on at the center (in the Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N):
Conversation Cafe First Three Tuesdays starting Oct 1, 3:30 – 5pm. Free Drop-in conversations among diverse, engaging people. A simple process fosters meaningful conversation. Hosted by Lara Okoloko, WCSC Social Worker.
Bloedel Reserve Trip
Thursday, Oct 10, 9am – 5pm. $31
Enjoy a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island then lunch and shopping in Winslow. Afterwards tour Bloedel Reserve’s woodlands, gardens and home.“A Penny Saved” Workshop
Tuesday, Oct 22, 1 – 2:30pm. Free
Learn about saving your pennies through economical programs, resources and services for Seattle seniors. Led by Lara Okoloko, WCSC Social Worker.Medicare & The Affordable Care Act
Wednesday, Oct 23, 12:45 – 1:45pm. Free
The Medicare open enrollment period is Oct 15 – Dec 7. Learn how the Affordable Care Act will affect YOU at this seminar with Liz Mercer, SHIBA representative.Tai Chi Walking for Balance
Fridays, Oct 25 – Nov 8, 9:30 – 10:15am. $2 members / $3 public
Learn Tai Chi concepts and movements to improve your sure-footedness for safer walking. Led by Yadviga Halsey, WCSC volunteer.Family Movie & Scary Spaghetti
Saturday, Oct 26, 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Donations appreciated
Families, neighbors, friends – come for scary spaghetti and and a family movie! We’ll be serving dinner and showing a Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit (rated G).Meditation & Kindness – A Wellness Seminar
Sunday, Oct 27, 2 – 3pm (light brunch at 1pm). Donations appreciated
WCSC hosts the last of four seminars brought to us by The Seattle Public Library. Gain insights on meditation as a way to wellness by Dr. Fernando Vega, founder of Seattle Healing Arts.E-Books & Downloads
Wednesday, Oct 30, 10-11:30am. Free
Getting an e-reader or just curious about digital books? Get your questions answered at this class brought to us by The Seattle Public Library.
More info in their current newsletter.