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LIFELONG Recreation Arts, Fitness & Social Opportunities for People AGE 50+

Spring 2014

April 7 - June 20

Registration begins

March 11 at noon

What’ s Happe ning: • Dementia-Friendly Recreation! • Aerobics for All! • Spring Walks! • Pickleball! • Art at the Japanese Garden! Like us on

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LIFELONG RECREATION 4554 NE 41st Street• Seattle, Washington 98105 684-4951 • Fax 684-4957 • TDD Only 684-4950 Visit us on the web: www.seattle.gov/parks/Seniors/index.htm

Dementia-Friendly Recreation

3-4

Yoga

Aerobics

Fitness

6-7

Exercise of the East

Pickleball, Volleyball and Table Tennis

Bridge, Cards, Games

Food and Fitness Programs

Professional Staff

Performing Arts and Dance

Linda Guzzo, Administrative Specialist

Line Dance

Recreation Specialists:

Writing and Language, Book Clubs

SOUTHEAST: Angela P. Smith 206-684-7484 / angelap.smith@seattle.gov Jefferson 3801 Beacon Ave S Rainier 4600 38th Ave South Rainier Beach 8825 Rainier Ave S Van Asselt 2820 South Myrtle St Yesler 917 East Yesler Way

Arts and Crafts

Walks with Dogs

Visual Arts

Sound Steps Walking Program

12-13

Office Hours: Monday–Friday 8 am–3 pm Parks Management

Christopher Williams, Superintendent Kelly Guy, Director of Recreation Brenda Kramer, Lifelong Recreation Programs Manager

SOUTHWEST: Mary Dalzell 206-935-2162 / mary.dalzell@seattle.gov Alki 5817 SW Stevens St Delridge 4501 Delridge Way SW Hiawatha 2700 California Ave SW High Point 6920 34th Ave SW South Park 8319 8th Ave South Southwest 2801 SW Thistle St

98108 98118 98118 98108 98122

98116 98106 98116 98126 98108 98112

CENTRAL: Carol Baxter-Clubine 206-684-4240 / 206-233-7255 / carol.baxter@seattle.gov Belltown 415 Bell St 98121 Garfield 2323 East Cherry St 98122 IDCCC 719 8th Ave South 98104 Miller 330 19th Ave East 98112 Montlake 618 East Calhoun St 98112 Queen Anne 1901 First Ave West 98119 NORTHEAST: Cheryl Brown 206-386-9106 / cheryl.brown@seattle.gov Laurelhurst 4554 NE 41st St Magnuson Brig 6344 NE 74th St (Bldg 406) Meadowbrook 10517 35th Ave NE Northgate 10510 5th Ave NE Ravenna-Eckstein 6535 Ravenna Ave NE

98105 98115 98125 98125 98115

NORTHWEST: Jayla McGill 206-233-7138 / jayla.mcgill@seattle.gov Ballard 6020 28th Ave NW Bitter Lake 13035 Linden Ave N Green Lake 7201 E Green Lk Dr N Loyal Heights 2101 NW 77th St Magnolia 2550 34th Ave W

98107 98133 98115 98117 98199

SOUND STEPS: Mari Becker 206-684-4664 / mari.becker@seattle.gov

EVENTS AND FIELD TRIPS CITYWIDE: Southeast

14-15

Southwest

15-16

Central

17-18

Northeast

19-20

Northwest

21-22

Registration Information and Instructions

Citywide

Associated Recreation Council The Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is dedicated to serving Seattle's recreation community in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation with citywide fiscal accountability, advisory council support, and communityfocused leadership. Thirty-eight advisory councils assist in providing programs and services to the community and make recommendations to Seattle Parks and Recreation regarding programs, classes and activities. ARC is a federally recognized, 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Inclement Weather: 206-684-4203 INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY If Seattle Public Schools are closed, all senior programs are cancelled. For further information, please call the Lifelong Recreation Programs office at 684-4951 or your local Recreation Specialist prior to venturing out.

Spring Quarter 2014 No Programs: Memorial Day May 26 Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 online, in person, and by calling your local Recreation Specialist (see list on this page). Detailed registration information is found on p. 23.

A Message From The

Superintendent

Dear Friend of Seattle Parks and Recreation, Summer is our favorite time of year at Seattle Parks and Recreation. It’s when throngs of Seattle-ites fill our parks with picnics, pick-up ball games, laughing children, long walks, weddings, lazy days at the beach and so much more. This year as spring and summer come around, we at Seattle Parks have our minds on some serious business: continuing to fund the parks, programs and services that Seattle-ites know and love. We have spent the past two years planning for a vibrant future of our park system with the development of the Parks Legacy Plan. This is a guiding document that helps us plan for the future of Seattle’s public parklands and facilities. We have developed this with significant input from residents who use our parks, programs and facilities. We used the document as the basis for a possible park funding measure that may go in front of voters later this year.

We have held a series of public meetings to inform the community about the plan and get feedback from residents. Just about the time this brochure goes to print, the Mayor- and Council-appointed Parks Legacy Plan Citizens’ Advisory Committee will be making its final recommendations on the size and type of funding package. The Mayor and Council will take further public input before determining what will go before voters. If you’d like to learn more about Legacy Plan, or the status of the proposed funding ballot measure, please visit our website at www.seattle.gov/parks/ legacy/committee.htm. Sincerely,

Christopher Williams Superintendent

DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY RECREATION Last quarter we began piloting exciting new classes that engage people living with memory loss in our community. This spring, we have even more to choose from, including an Earth Day volunteer opportunity and dementia-friendly talent show! At Seattle Parks and Recreation, we are proud to be part of the movement to transform what it means to live with dementia in our community. Every 68 seconds, someone in this country develops Alzheimer’s Disease. Over 5 million Americans live with the disease, and that number is expected to triple by the year 2050. A diagnosis often leads to fear, isolation, loss of meaning, and loss of identity. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Throughout 2014, we will be working with community partners to offer a variety of dementia-friendly recreation programs, preparing for a full Dementia-Friendly Recreation launch in 2015. As we get started, the majority of our programs are geared toward those living with Early Stage Memory Loss. Please see the opportunities on the next page, offered in April - June 2014! For more information, please contact: Recreation Specialist Mari Becker, tel: (206) 684-4664 email: mari.becker@seattle.gov

By offering meaningful recreation opportunities specially designed for and celebrating the strengths of people living with dementia, we are a part of telling the new dementia story – a story of hope, health, joy, purpose, social connection and even fun.

Dementia-Friendly Recreation REMEMBER THE EARTH

Free

Celebrate Earth Day by working with EarthCorps to restore the forests of Ravenna Park by removing invasive plants. Tools, gloves, light refreshments and education about local ecology provided. Come prepared to work outside in all weather and use hand tools. Register by 4/1. 4/4

Fri

10 am - noon

REMEMBER THE HUNGRY

Free

A monthly opportunity to give back to community and build meaningful relationships. Every 3rd Tuesday, help package and sort food at Cherry Street Food Bank, 711 Cherry St. 6 participants max each day; register by Friday beforehand. 4/15 5/20 6/17

Tue Tue Tue

10 am - 11:30 am 10 am - 11:30 am 10 am - 11:30 am

Enjoy our spring dementia-friendly recreation opportunities! Most are intended for people living with Early Stage Memory Loss (ESML) unless otherwise noted, and care partners are welcome for no additional charge. For more information or to register, contact Mari Becker, (206) 684-4664, mari.becker@seattle.gov or the contact noted in the description.

Field Trip: JAZZ ALLEY LUNCH $7

Join others from Lifelong Recreation and enjoy the mystique of Jazz Alley, a little history, lunch (included), and if we are lucky a bit of entertainment. Tipping encouraged. Please invite a care partner if extra support is needed. Space limited; register by 4/22. Van leaves from Jefferson Community Center, 3801 Beacon Ave S. A partnership with Full Life Care. 4/29

LINCOLN PARK HIKE

Enjoy forest and ocean views along a mostly flat 3-mile path through Lincoln Park! Bring a lunch. Transportation provided from Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N. To register, call (206) 529-3868 by 6/23. A partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Greenwood Senior Center.

6/23

Mon

10 am - 2 pm

Free

Gentle to moderately paced one-mile walk with a zoo docent, followed by a social gathering in the zoo cafe. Flat, paved surface. Pre-registration is required by calling the Alzheimer’s Association at 206-529-3868. A partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Greenwood Senior Center. 4/7 - 6/16 Mondays 9:30 - 11 am

Woodland Park Zoo

OUT AND ABOUT WALKS

Free

Invigorate body, brain, and spirit with 3-4 mile brisk walks in various parks and neighborhoods throughout Seattle. For those who can participate independently. Varied terrain includes sidewalks and gravel paths, mostly level but expect some gentle to moderate hills. End with a social gathering in a nearby cafe. 2nd and 4th Fridays

10 am - 12:30 pm

Various Locations

MINDS IN MOTION

$20

A weekly vigorous fitness class including cardio, balance, flexibility, and strength. Class will be taught with easy to follow instructions that are 1 - 2 steps long, accompanied by visual cues. Register with Carol at 206-684-4240. Made possible with support from Aegis Living. 4/7 - 6/16 Mondays 2 - 3 pm

Miller CC

11:15 am - 2:30 pm

Field Trip: FISHING!

Join others from Lifelong Recreation for this chance to catch “the big one!” We’ll fish at a local stocked lake. No experience necessary. Fish bait and light refreshments provided. Please invite a care partner if extra support is needed. Bring a lunch, portable chair, fishing pole. Register by 5/6. Van leaves from Jefferson Community Center, 3801 Beacon Ave S. A partnership with Full Life Care. 5/13

MEMORY LOSS ZOO WALK

Tue

10 am - 1:30 pm

Special Event: “BATTER’S UP”

Come celebrate the start to the baseball season with a pancake breakfast and fun baseball-themed activities. Open to all of Lifelong Recreation. Register by calling Cheryl by 4/7 at (206) 386-9106. 4/12

Sat

10 - 11:30 pm

Northgate CC

Special Event: $2 suggested donation TALENT SHOW/OPEN MIC!

Celebrate our talents, and enjoy the debut of the Greenwood Senior Center memory loss chorus! Come to watch, or sign up to perform a song, poem, dance or more (amateurs welcome!). Artwork can also be displayed. We provide coffee; bring a treat to share. Register by 4/19. 4/26

Sat

2 - 4 pm

Ravenna-Eckstein

Arts in the Park - ART WALK

Free

Explore public art in Columbia City with a skilled Elderwise facilitator! Follow a 1-mile route beginning at Rainier Community Center, 4600 38th Ave S. For those living with early to mid stage dementia, and care partners. Van transportation available from north Seattle for $4 charge. Register by 6/25. 6/30

Mon

10 - 11:30 am

CITYWIDE FITNESS Yoga

Aerobics

You will learn moves of gentle stretching to keep limber and build muscles. All skill/fitness levels.

Hatha Yoga

$45

Central Mon 10 - 11 am 114363 Wed 11 am - noon 114364

Queen Anne J Reed Queen Anne J Reed

South 114449* 114413*

Delridge High Point

Tue Fri

9 - 10 am 11 am - noon

$41

J Reed J Reed

*Take both classes 114449 and 114413 together for $80, a $10 savings!

Gentle Yoga

$45 unless noted

Central 114736 114689 114350 114452

Mon Tue Tue Thu

10:30 – 11:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am 9 - 10 am

Miller Montlake Garfield Garfield

J Robin H Campbell L Gardener L Gardener

South 115834

Fri

9 – 10 am

Rainier

J Cline

North 114136 114141

Laurelhurst J Robin Meadowbrook C Boehme

114140 114137 114138 114139

Tue Tue Wed Thu Fri

114338* 114341*

Mon 10 – 11 am Fri 10 – 11 am

Ballard Magnuson Brig Meadowbrook Laurelhurst RavennaEckstein Loyal Heights Loyal Heights

9 - 10 am 9:30 - 10:30 am 9 - 10 am 5 - 6 pm 9:15 - 10:15 am

Wed 3 - 4 pm

IDCC

B Shilling J Robin J Robin J Robin J Robin

Fri Fri

$55 $41 $45

B Snyder B Snyder

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

Magnolia C Kriofske Queen Anne C Kriofske

Chair Yoga

$45 $45

Free

This class is sponsored by Country Doctor Community Health Clinic. Learn gentle stretching, body awareness, correct alignment and deep breathing.

114735

Tue

12:15 - 1:15 pm

Miller

Chair Yoga and More

J Robin

Varies

Utilizing chairs and other equipment, we will learn gentle yoga movements to improve balance and strength.

115304 117026

Thu Thu

9:15 - 10:15 am 10:30 - 11:30 am

Mag Brig Delridge

Queen Anne M Huber Queen Anne M Huber

South 115018 115019

Mon Wed

8:30-9:30 am 8:30-9:30 am

Jefferson Jefferson

Y Long Y Long

North 114324 114150 114291 114330 114151 114152 114294 114334

Mon Mon Tue Wed Thu Thu Thu Fri

8 - 9 am 10:15 - 11:15 am 9:15 - 10:15 am 9:15 - 10:30 am 8:45 - 9:45 am 8:45 - 9:45 am 9:15 - 10:15 am 8 - 9 am

Magnolia Northgate Magnolia Magnolia Laurelhurst Northgate Magnolia Magnolia

K Adolphsen $50 S Matchett M Huber K Adolphsen $69 J Shearer S Matchett M Huber K Adolphsen $55

Mon Wed

Y Lasso L Gardener

Varies

7:40 - 8:40 am 7:40 - 8:40 am

Laurelhurst Laurelhurst

L Valauri L Valauri

$60 $65

Zen Dance Drop-in $3 (Age 65+ $2) Thu

Varies 9:15 - 10:15 am 11 am - noon

9:30 -10:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am

114027 114028

Vini Yoga 114346 114388

Mon Wed

Energize your day by starting with fitness! Class consists of learning cardio, strength building, stretching and relaxation stressing good alignment and body mechanics. You can participate at your own level of intensity.

*Class qualifies for $10 off Shape Up coupon if you are a new student.

Gentle Yoga Drop-in

Central 114365 114366

Early Bird Aerobics

Mon 8:45 - 9:45 am Mon noon - 1 pm

W NE116246

$41

Senior Aerobics $35 unless noted Low-impact class taught by certified instructor. Learn to improve cardio/strength. Feel better with upbeat fitness!

10 - 11:30 am

IDCC

Dance Fitness for Life

$42

Learn low-impact aerobic, strength, balance & stretch exercises that allow you to move more happily & fluidly. Equipment provided.

114306* 114308*

Tue Thu

9:05 - 10:05 am Bitter Lake 9:05 - 10:05 am Bitter Lake

J Rayor J Rayor

*Class qualifies for $10 off Shape Up coupon if you are a new student.

Fitness Center Drop-In Fitness Center

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

Exercise machines, free weights and cardio equipment. Open during normal building operating hour, contact center directly for exact times. Located at 10 sites throughout Seattle Contact your Recreation Specialist for further information.

$45 $45

CITYWIDE FITNESS Circuit Training

Enhance Fitness

Fitness

Varies

Rotate among training stations while learning to improve your skill, strength, and fitness knowledge.

Central (no 5/6 class) Tue 9:30 - 10:30 am 114283 Tue 10:45 - 11:45 am 114288 Thu 9:30 - 10:30 am 114279 Thu 10:45 - 11:45 am 114280

Queen Anne Queen Anne Queen Anne Queen Anne

C Lorenz C Lorenz C Lorenz C Lorenz

South 115020

Rainier

C Grekoff

Wed 8 - 9 am

North 114302* 114303* 114304*

$43 $43 $47 $47 $40 $42

Tue 9:30 - 10:30 am Wed 9:30 - 10:30 am Thu 9:30 - 10:30 am

Loyal Heights R Buyce Loyal Heights R Buyce Loyal Heights R Buyce

*Class qualifies for $10 off Shape Up coupon if you are a new student.

Strength & Conditioning

Varies

First half of class is aerobic warm up and second half is strength building. Learn to use various equipment to improve strength and flexibility.

North 114048

Fri

7:45 - 8:45 am

Laurelhurst

J Shearer

Fitness

$45

$35

Instructor lead activities using ynabands, weights, and floor work. Improve balance, flexibility, and agility. Bring weights to class. Monday 4/7 class and Wednesday 4/9 class meet at High Point.

South 114212 114214

Mon 10 - 11 am Wed 10 - 11 am

Alki Alki

M Dalzell M Dalzell

Exercising to Improve Balance

$40

Begin this exercise program which will help you learn to regain and improve balance. Working on core strength and routines will support your balance for the rest of your life.

114135

Mon 10 :30 - 11:20 am Meadowbrook C Lorenz

W NE Gentle NIA

$32

Uncertain if you can keep up in a fitness class because of an injury, chronic pain, or long-term inactivity? Then join us for Gentle Nia - a fun, expressive movement form that conditions body, mind and spirit. Done to soul-stirring music, the 52 moves of Nia draw from dance, martial arts and yoga. With guidance from your instructor, you’ll learn to adapt the moves to YOUR body’s way AND get a good, safe workout. Magnuson Brig Session: 5/19 - 6/16 Mon 10 - 11 am Mag Brig 114051 Meadowbrook Session: 5/23 - 6/20 Fri 10 - 11 am Meadowbrook 114054

Varies

This class teaches movements to enhance endurance, strength, balance, posture and flexibility through exercise highly adaptable for people of all fitness levels. Standards for measurement will document your progress. Free to Group Health members with Part B Medicare coverage.

South 115810 115021 115807 115808 115809

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

9:15 - 10:15 am 10 - 11 am 9:15 - 10:15 am 10 - 11 am 9:15 - 10:15 am

Rainier Rainier Beach Rainier Rainier Beach Rainier

North 114031 114314 114036 114037 114033 114318 114041 114043 114045 114034 114320

Mon Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu Fri Fri Fri

9 - 10 am 12:30 – 1:30 pm 8 - 9 am 9 -10 am 9 - 10 am 12:30 – 1:30 pm 8 - 9 am 10 - 11 am 7:45 - 8:45 am 9 - 10 am 12:30 – 1:30 pm

$35 unless noted Lake City L Stuebing Magnolia K Adolphsen $42 Magnuson Brig J Shearer Magnuson Brig J Shearer Lake City L Stuebing Magnolia K Adolphsen $42 Magnuson Brig Y Lasso Magnuson Brig J Shearer Magnuson Brig Y Lasso Lake City L Stuebing Magnolia K Adolphsen $42

$32

Zumba Gold

C Grekoff Y Long C Grekoff Y Long TBA

Varies

For beginners and those 50+, you will learn low-impact, easyto-follow movements inspired by Latin music and dance.

Central Mon 5 – 6 pm Queen Anne M Jorgenson $41 114389 Tue 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Queen Anne Mish Mish $45 114390 Wed 5 – 6 pm Queen Anne M Jorgenson $45 114391 South 114244*

Tue

116387 114247*

Wed 10 - 11 am Fri 1 - 2 pm

North 114171 114172 114353*

Wed 10:30 - 11:30 am Meadowbrook Mish Mish $45 Thu 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Northgate Mish Mish $45 M Jorgensen $37 Fri 10:30 - 11:30 am Magnolia

10 - 11 am

*Class begins 4/15

Alki

M Jorgensen $45

$45 Rainier Beach TBA Alki M Jorgensen $45

*Class begins 4/18

*no class 4/18

Body Conditioning

Varies

Learn to use Dyna-bands/free weights/fitness balls, for overall strength conditioning with a certified Instructor. No Monday 5/5 class.

North 116259

Mon 9 - 10 am

116260

Wed 9 - 10 am

114301*

Tue

10:50 - 11:50 am

RavennaEckstein RavennaEckstein Bitter Lake

C Lorenz

$45

C Lorenz

$48

G Keeble

$42

*Class qualifies for $10 off Shape Up coupon if you are a new student.

CITYWIDE FITNESS Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

$40

An exercise program done primarily sitting in chairs and designed for people just beginning an exercise program and for people with arthritis.

Central Mon 10:30 - 11:30 pm Miller Dwyer Schick 117893 Wed 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Queen Anne Dwyer Schick 114268

Arthritis Pain Management

$20

Northgate

$60

A fitness program for people with Parkinson’s disease who are admitted into a research program with the UW. We are seeking qualified volunteers to assist in this program by riding a stationary bike with a Parkinson’s partner in a 1 hour per week commitment - call Cheryl at 206-386-9106 Volunteers are free!

114642 114643

M/W/F 9:30 am - 1 pm T/Th 6 - 7:30 pm Sat 9 - 10:30 am

Magnuson Brig Magnuson Brig Magnuson Brig

Chair Strength and Tone

$48

A low-level fitness course focusing on teaching how to strengthen and tone all muscle groups for improved health and fitness. Great for those who are just starting an exercise regimen, or those who need to stay fit but need the security of a chair.

109917

Wed 10:15 - 11:15 am

RavennaEckstein

C Lorenz

W NE Brain Fitness

$42

Senior Fitness Assoc. Brain Fitness for Older Adults is a comprehensive educational program led by a certified instructor. Wear exercise clothing and be prepared to take notes. This is an exercise and discussion course. Topics include the brain anatomy and physiology and the links between physical exercise, mental stimulation and memory.

115301

Wed

2:30 - 3:30 pm

Northgate

L Stuebing

$20

A new fitness class specifically designed for people in the early stages of memory loss. Get a vigorous cardio, balance, flexibility and strength work out in a class taught with simple, easy to follow 1 - 2 step instructions accompanied by visual cues. Care partners are welcome to come, but not required. Please call with any questions: 206-684-4240. Made possible with support from Aegis Living Mon

2 - 3 pm

“These classes fill a need for seniors that is totally unmet anywhere else.”

Exercise of the East Free

Participants learn to cultivate truth, compassion, and tolerance through powerful ancient Chinese exercise that help to improve their bodies, minds, and spirits.

115831

Thu

noon - 1 pm

Miller

C Grekoff

Rainier

V Thai

Tai Chi

Slow and gentle movement exercises are taught to help you find your center of balance and get improved circulation.

Central Tue 114368 Thu 114738

10 - 11 am 10:30 - 11:30 am

Central Intermediate Thu 12:15 – 1:15 pm 114367 North Beginning Mon 1 - 2 pm 114154 Fri 11:45 am - 12:45 pm 114155 North Intermediate Mon 2 - 3 pm 114156 Fri 1 - 2 pm 114157 South 115883 115886 115891

Mon 9:30 - 10:30 am Tue 12:30 - 1:30 pm Thu 9:30 - 10:30 am

Queen Anne Miller

E Baxa E Baxa

Queen Anne E Baxa Northgate J Proebstel Magnuson Brig J Proebstel Northgate J Proebstel Magnuson Brig J Proebstel Rainier Beach S Hiserman Yesler E Baxa Rainier Beach S Hiserman

$40 $40 $40 $40 $40

Drop-in Tai Chi

$3 (Age 65+ $2) Improve balance, range of motion and energy. Mon 2 – 3 pm

W NE Minds in Motion

114737

Wed 11:30 am—12:30 pm Northgate Dragovich Thu 11:30 am—12:30 pm Magnuson Brig Dragovich

Falun Gong

L Stuebing

Parkinson’s Tandem Biking Program

$48

Join this gentle Pilates class and learn to build your core strength, one of the most important things that supports your frame. Lots of stretching and toning exercises to build abdominal and back strength.

114057 114058

A discussion and exercise program to help you to reduce pain and help with motivation, flexibility, strength and stamina. Created by the Arthritis Foundation, the “Walk With Ease” program will teach you feel and move better than you have in years! Session 1: 4/8 - 5/15 T/Th 2 - 3:30 pm Northgate L Stuebing 114018 Session 2: 5/20 - 6/26 T/Th 2 - 3:30 pm 114020

Gentle Pilates

IDCCC

ZY Qigong

$96

Come join certified qigong instructors as they teach one of the world’s most ancient and complete healing and selfdevelopment systems. Learn to: activate your energy center and system; absorb, generate, and move energy; increase your energy level and vitality; reach a deep relaxed state; balance and improve your immune and digestive systems and feel more present with your daily life.

114891

Wed 5:15 - 6:45 pm

Green Lake

K Fletcher/J Clough

CITYWIDE PICKLEBALL, VOLLEYBALL, TABLE TENNIS, CARDS, FITNESS and LUNCH PROGRAMS Bridge, Cards, Games

Pickleball Drop-In Pickleball Central Mon T/Th Fri

South

Mon Mon M/W T/Th T/Th Wed W/F Fri

North Mon Tue Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Fri Fri

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

6 – 9 pm 10 am – noon 10 am – noon

IDCCC Yesler Miller

9:30 - 11:30 am 9:45 am – 12:15 Advanced 10 am - noon 10 am – 12:30 pm noon - 2 pm 6 - 8 pm 10 am – noon 10 am - noon 11:30 am - 1:30 pm 10 - 11 am Beginners 11 am - 1 pm 10:30 am – 12:30 pm 6:30 - 8:30 pm 10 am – noon Intermediate noon – 2 pm Beginners 11 am – 1 pm 12:30 – 2:30 pm

High Point Jefferson Delridge Rainier Delridge Delridge Van Asselt Hiawatha Ravenna Eckstein Magnuson Magnuson Ballard Ballard Meadowbrook Meadowbrook Loyal Heights Bitter Lake

Pickleball Skills

$14

Learn how to improve your skills and increase your confidence in your playing ability.

115852 114416

Mon 8:30 - 10 am Rainier Mon 11 am - 12:30 pm High Point

M Anderson M Anderson

Delridge

Table Tennis Table Tennis Tue Fri

South North

Free

3:30 - 5 pm 2:30 - 5 pm

Fri

1 - 4 pm

Montlake

Mon Wed

9 am - noon 11 am - 2 pm

Delridge Rainier

Wed Thu

9 am – noon 1:30 - 4:30 pm

$3 (Age 65+) $2

Drop-In Mah Jong

Magnolia Bitter Lake

Free

Our groups are willing to teach new players! Drop in and play this fun game using Chinese tiles. Stay and play, the more the merrier! Bring your Mah Jong set if you have one. Fri

1:30-4:30

Drop In-Scrabble 109975

Thu

Queen Anne

Free noon - 3 pm

Mexican Train – Dominos

Magnuson Brig

Free

Learn how to play Mexican Train aka dominos. No experience necessary. This is a lively group that meets the 4th Thursday each month: 4/24, 5/22, 6/26. You’ll have a great time.

115839

Thu

7 - 9 pm

Senior Games

Jefferson

Free

Come and enjoy Mah Jong, table tennis, Chinese chess and Chinese movies every Tuesday and Friday afternoon. Tue Fri

Korean Vietnamese Somali Ethiopian/ Eritrean

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

10 am - noon

Central

3:30 – 5:30 pm 2:30 – 5:30 pm

IDCCC IDCCC

Opportunities for elders to congregate and celebrate their culture and language. Each day provides lunch, social, educational and fitness programs.

Volleyball T/Th

Varies

Drop-in play for bridge players.

Food and Fitness Programs

“As I get older, the aerobics, weights, stretching, etc become more and more important to keep me growing.”

Volleyball

Drop-in Bridge

IDCC IDCC

Tue/Fri Tue/Fri Wed Thu/Sat

10 am - noon 10 am – 1 pm 11 am – 1 pm 11 am – 1 pm

Miller Garfield Rainier Yesler

Lunch Programs

Monday Meals $4 ($30/8 meals) First come - first served, after reserved meals are offered. To ensure a meal, make a reservation the Friday before by calling 206-684-4240. Fresh cooked healthy meals most Mondays. Menu subject to change without notice. Mon

noon – 1 pm

Queen Anne

CITYWIDE DANCE and PERFORMING ARTS Line Dance

Performing Arts and Dance

Line Dance

Learn new dance patterns to some great music.

Varies

Ballroom Dance Lessons

Join dance instructor extraordinaire Betty Mclain as she teaches you a new dance each month just before our monthly “Ballroom Boogie” - 4/4 tango, 5/2 swing, 6/6 waltz

South 114450 Tue 114217 Tue

10:15 - 11:15 am 6:30 - 7:30 pm

115835 Thu* 115836 Thu** 116386 Fri**

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Van Asselt 1 - 2 pm Van Asselt 9:30 - 10:30 am Jefferson

L Reese L Reese L Reese

$40 $40 $40

Get your dancing shoes on and join us on the first Friday of every month at Northgate CC for the fox trot, waltz, jitterbug or whatever suits you!

North 114144 114145 114146 114147 116264

5:30 - 6:30 pm 9:30 - 10:30 am 10:45 am - 11:45 pm noon - 1 pm 10 - 11 am

R Wong L Reese L Reese L Reese P Bond

$40 $40 $40 $40 $40

Ballroom Blitz

L Reese L Reese

$32 $32

Hiawatha Alki

L Reese L Reese

$40 $40

Alki Class #114217 on 4/8 meets at Hiawatha.

Tue* Wed* Wed** Wed*** Fri

114300* Mon** 10:45 - 11:45 am 114298* Mon* noon - 1 pm

Northgate Magnuson Brig Magnuson Brig Magnuson Brig RavennaEckstein Bitter Lake Bitter Lake

*Bitter Lake classes qualify for $10 off Shape Up coupon if you are a new student.

*Beginner **Intermediate ***Advanced

Drop-in Line Dance

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

Dance, Dance, Dance! Join this low-cost class and learn to dance. No experience or partner needed. Class is taught in Mandarin. Mon Fri

11 am – 12:30 pm 11 am – 12:30 pm

IDCC IDCC

114133

4/4, 5/2, 6/6 Fri

noon - 1 pm

Northgate

Ballroom Boogie

114134

4/4, 5/2, 6/6 Fri

1 - 3 pm

Northgate

$5 drop-in Dance to the live music of the Peptones and enjoy light refreshments. All skill levels welcome! First Thursday of the month. 5/1, 6/5

Fri

1 - 3 pm

Bitter Lake

Tap Dance

$45

For those who have always wanted to tap. A fun class that includes learning tap patterns, routines and performances. First class on 4/10, meets at High Point Community Center.

114219

Thu

10 - 11 am

Alki

W Pedersen

Hawaiian Dance at Green Lake $40 unless noted

Learn dance steps, hand movements, language and customs in a welcoming, creative environment. Fit them together in the telling of a story. Fun, low impact exercise!

114863* 4/1 - 4/29

Tue

114864 114865

Tue Tue

5:45 - 6:45 pm

Green Lake E Mumm

*class costs $50 due to longer length

5/6 - 5/27 6/3 - 6/24

5:45 - 6:45 pm 5:45 - 6:45 pm

Green Lake E Mumm Green Lake E Mumm

Dance for Parkinson’s

Fee set by Parkinson’s Foundation

You will stretch and strengthen muscles, focusing on balance and rhythm through many styles of dance. Working with professional dancers specially trained in the Dance for PD® method, participants learn how to use thought, imagination, eyes, ears and touch to control movement. Whether seated or standing, people with Parkinson’s disease, caregivers and friends are encouraged to explore dance movements in a welcoming environment with LIVE MUSIC. No dance experience necessary. Registration with NW Parkinson’s Foundation also required at www.nwpf.org.

114305

3/27 - 5/15 Thu

11 am – 12:30 pm

Drop-in Zen Dance Thu

10 – 11:30 am

Garfield

$3 (Age 65+ $2) IDCC

CITYWIDE BOOK CLUBS, LANGUAGE, DOG WALKS and ARTS Book Clubs

Intro to Life Writing

Alki Book Club

Free

Meets the second Wednesday of each month: 4/9, 5/14,6/11.

114204

Wed

11 am - noon

Alki

High Point Book Club

Free

$40

Have you always wanted to write down those funny and touching memories from your past? Do you want to impart some of your wisdom to your grandchildren and beyond? In this class you will release the blocks and begin to record some of your precious memories. Instructor is Joanne Horne, author and director os Second Half Connections.

Meets the third Thursday of each month: 4/17, 5/15, 6/19.

116497 4/16 - 4/30 Wed 10 am - noon Magnuson Brig

114414

Write Your Life Story

Thu

1 - 2 pm

High Point

Laurelhurst Book Club

Free

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month with leader Sally Draper. Pick up latest book at CC. Meets: 4/16, 5/21, 6/18.

114142

Wed

1 - 2 pm

Laurelhurst

Meadowbrook Book Club 114148

Thu

11 am - noon

Meadowbrook

Dessert & Discussion Book Group Queen Anne

Free

1:30 – 2:30 pm

Free

Coffee and dessert included! Led by Mary Malins, meets the first Tuesday of each month: 5/6, 6/3. Tue

2 - 3 pm

Magnuson Brig

Writing and Language ESL for Fun

Free

Learning for fun using poems and songs. Gain selfconfidence and become your own interpreter and translator. T/F

9:30 - 10:30 am Garfield

W Nguyen

ESL - Reading and Listening

In this intermediate class you will practice reading English. Tue

3:30 - 5:30 pm IDCC

English Conversation Class

Practice understanding and using spoken English. This class is good for all levels and will help you feel more comfortable speaking English. Wed 3:30 - 5:30 pm IDCC

Creative Writing

Varies

This course is for both beginners and working writers who wish to hone their skills in a supportive environment. Positive feedback will be separated from group discussions on grammar and style. This relaxed method has amazing results on craft and motivation. Instructor: D Doepken Wed 6 - 7 pm 114848 4/2 - 5/7 5/14 6/18 Wed 6 - 7 pm 114849

$12

Meadowbrook Magnolia

Free

Arts and Crafts

Crafty Ladies

Free

Thu 1:30 – 4 pm

Queen Anne

Needle Art Circle 115851

Free

Thu noon - 3 pm

Jefferson

Quilting

Queen Anne

Dessert & Discussion Book Group Magnuson Brig 114025

Mon 10 - noon Thu 10 - noon

Drop-in knitting, crochet, needle or quilting.

Meets the second Monday each month at Queen Anne: 4/8, 5/12 and 6/9. Call 206-684-4240 to register. Mon

114015 114284

Free

Meets the 3rd Thursday of every month. Pick up latest book at CC. Meets 4/17, 5/15, 6/19.

Varies

Small group, warm fellowship, comfortable environment to let your creative juices flow! Magnolia is led by J Janni-Ryles.

Green Lake Green Lake

$40 $35

115858

Free Fri

11 am - 2 pm

Jefferson

Walks with Dogs Bring a dog, or come without one if you love dogs. Prepare to walk 2 - 3 miles, rain or shine. Meet at designated site at 11 am, leash your dog and bring poop bags. Walks are free, but please register at 386-9106, so volunteer leader Sharon LeVine may contact you if there is a change. Note: Bus riders are allowed to bring their dogs on Metro buses.

Maple Leaf Community Center/Reservoir Park Meet at Cloud City Coffee, 8801 Roosevelt Way NW

4/15

Tue 11 am

Fauntleroy Neighborhood/Fauntleroy Park and Creek Watershed (West Seattle)

Meet at Original Bakery Café, next to Endolyne Joe’s Restaurant, 9253 45th Avenue SW

5/6

Tue 11 am

Leschi/Lakeside (Lake Washington)

Meet in the parking lot at Day Street Park (under the I-90 Bridge), on Lakeside Avenue between S Day St and S Irving St

5/20

Tue 11 am

Smith Cove/Elliott Bay Marina

Meet at Peet’s Coffee, 1827 15th Avenue W (in Interbay across from Whole Foods Market) 6/3 Tue 11 am

Wedgwood Neighborhood

Meet by the bathrooms within Dahl Playfield, NE 27th Street and 25th Avenue NE 6/17 Tue 11 am

CITYWIDE VISUAL ARTS Visual Arts

Beginning Drawing and Watercolor

$76

Learn basics in this class, open to students with no experience or with some. Instructor works with each student individually to explore, experiment with use of various mediums. Supply list given on first day of class. S Schneider 114332 4/3 - 4/24 Thu 10 am - noon Queen Anne S Schneider 114335 5/1 - 5/22 Thu 10 am - noon Queen Anne S Schneider 114336 5/29 - 6/19 Thu 10 am - noon Queen Anne S Schneider 117904 4/4 - 4/25 Fri 10 am - noon Bitter Lake S Schneider 117905 5/2 - 5/23 Fri 10 am - noon Bitter Lake 5/30 6/20 Fri 10 am noon Bitter Lake S Schneider 117906 Discount: Sign up for 2 or more classes and receive a rate of $70/class.

Beginning Drawing at Magnolia

$76

Learn the basics of drawing in this class. Instructor works with each student individually to experiment with use of various mediums. Supply list given on first day of class. Magnolia S Schneider 116397 4/9 - 4/30 Wed 1 - 3 pm Magnolia S Schneider 116398 5/7 - 5/28 Wed 1 - 3 pm Magnolia S Schneider 117907 6/4 - 6/25 Wed 1 - 3 pm Discount: Sign up for 2 or more classes and receive a rate of $70/class.

Watercolor - Magnolia

$66

Bring your paints, brushes and joy of painting. All skill levels welcome. Mon 9:30 am - noon Magnolia S Kahler 114351

Watercolor at the Japanese Garden and/or Conservatory

$75

Draw your inspiration from the natural scenery around you. Supply list available at registration. Please bring $20 to first class for one-year membership to Japanese Garden/ Conservatory. Japanese Gdn J Morris 114169 4/1 - 5/6 Tue 1 - 3 pm Japanese Gdn J Morris 114170 5/13 - 6/17 Tue 1 - 3 pm J Morris 116500 4/1 - 5/6 Tue 10 am - noon Conservatory J Morris 116501 5/13 - 6/17 Tue 10 am - noon Conservatory

Watercolor Workshops - Japanese Garden $40

Take a one-day workshop and immerse yourself in the flora of the Japanese Garden, capturing the ambiance in watercolor. You must pay the garden entry fee at the gate. Two sessions to choose from. Thu 10 am - 2:30 pm Japanese Gdn J Morris 118108 4/24 Thu 10 am - 2:30 pm Japanese Gdn J Morris 118109 5/15

Watercolor at Montlake

Varies

Develop your passion for painting in this relaxed and fun class - no experience required! Bring what supplies you have the first day. No class 4/16 due to Spring Break Camps. Tue 5:45 - 7:45 pm Montlake J Morris $76 117960 Wed 10 am - noon Montlake J Morris $69 114690 Wed 12:30 - 2:30 pm Montlake J Morris $69 114692

Drop-In Adult Water Color

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

Bring your supplies and join others to create your own project. Each week a new still-life will be displayed. Fri 1:30 - 4:30 pm Loyal Heights

Introduction to Ikebana

$75

114635 4/8 - 4/29 114636 5/6 - 5/27 114637 6/3 - 6/24

F Yau F Yau F Yau

The basic Sogetsu curriculum teaches you principles of space, balance, color to help you develop the artistic sense youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to create freestyle arrangements. Materials for first class included. Please bring $20 for one year membership to garden to first class Tue Tue Tue

10 am - noon Japanese Gdn 10 am - noon Japanese Gdn 10 am - noon Japanese Gdn

Botanical Block Printing

$75

We will cover basics of designing, cutting, registering and printing of your designs that you create in the easily carved Safety-Cut blocks. We will also fashion specialty papers. Many tools/items available for use/for sale. If you wish to gather your own supplies, a list is available. Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor and $20 annual membership fee payable to Conservatory at first class.

118216 4/11 - 5/9

Fri

10:30 am - 1 pm Conservatory

S Waite

Botanical Drawing in Watercolor and Ink $75

In this intuitive approach you will learn tips that can be applied to sketching everyday objects and your travels, serving as priceless souvenirs. Must purchase annual pass for the Conservatory for $20 at first class.

116494 4/16 - 5/21 Wed 10 am - noon

Conservatory

L Snow Lady

Photography Workshop with Ray Pfortner $200

Use Kubota Gardens as your backdrop while using your camera (any camera and any level of experience). Learn how to frame, price, promote and hang fine art by preparing for a juried mixed media show

117008 and and and

3/26 3/29 4/2 4/5

Wed Sat Wed Sat

7 - 9 pm TBD 7 - 9 pm TBD

Rainier Beach Kubota Gdns Rainier Beach Kubota Gdns

R Pfortner

New at Magnuson Brig!

Glass in your Garden

$25

Learn to make beautiful art for your garden from glass and ceramic pieces! Great for that small container garden on your porch!

116496 5/22 & 5/29 Thu 1 - 3 pm

Bookbinding

Magnuson Brig

C Brown

$50

Learn simple bookbinding techniques and create beautiful books using handmade papers, your personal stories, photos and more. Some supplies will be purchased from instructor.

116262 4/22 - 5/20 Tue

2:30 - 4:30 pm Magnuson Brig

Stained Glass Workshop!

C Boehme

$70

Stained glass is a timeless art - learn how to do it!. Supply fee payable to instructor.

114153 4/16 - 5/14 Wed 2:30 - 4:30 pm Magnuson Brig C Boehme

Papermaking

$60

Learn to make handmade paper from everyday materials! Some supplies will be purchased from instructor.

114149 5/21 - 6/11 Wed 2:30 - 4:30 pm Magnuson Brig C Boehme Register online at www.seattle.gov/parks

SOUND STEPS CITYWIDE WALKING PROGRAM North Sound Steps

Sound Steps Walking Program Want to meet other avid walkers age 50+? Join a Sound Steps weekly walking group, monthly hike, training program, or special event! We have options for all fitness levels. All activities are FREE unless otherwise noted. Register online or at your community center using the registration number provided, but contact Recreation Specialist Mari Becker before you attend a walking group for the first time so she can alert the walk leader: (206) 684-4664, mari.becker@seattle.gov. Also contact Mari to receive our monthly Sound Steps email newsletter!

Sound Steps Special Events Bring your family and enjoy a 3.1 or 6.2-mile walk around Green Lake with Sound Steps! The event features live music, snacks and prizes. Register by 4/9 online, at your local community center, or by contacting Mari.

116618 4/19

Sat

8:30 am - noon

Entry Fee and T-shirt or Hat 116619 4/19

Sat

8:30 am - noon

Green Lake CC

$18

116636

116623 6/14

Sat

7 am - 1 pm

Entry Fee and T-shirt or Hat 116624 6/14

Sat

7 am - 1 pm

Sat

7 am - 1 pm

Entry Fee and T-shirt or Hat 116697 6/21

Sat

7 am - 1 pm

Spring Potluck and Bingo

116612

Fri

11:30 am - 2 pm

Mon

9:30 - 10:30 am Fred Meyer south entrance 915 NW 45th St

Carkeek Park Hike

Free

3 miles, some hills, natural surface forest trails with views of Puget Sound. Moderate pace. Wed

10 - 11:30 am

Eddie McAbee entrance 100th Pl NW & 6th Ave NW

Senior Zoo Walkers

$15/12 wks Woodland Park Zoo, Group Health, and Seattle Parks invite you to join Senior Zoo Walkers, promoting fitness and socializing in a beautiful setting. Fitness Leader Warm-up at 9:15 am. Mail check payable to “Woodland Park Zoo

Society” with name, address, and phone number to: WP Zoo, Ed. Dept./Classes, 601 N 59th St, Seattle 98103.

T/Th

9:15 - 10:45 am

Woodland Park Zoo South Gate 50th & Fremont

Central Sound Steps Pike Place Market Sound Steps

Free

$28

Discovery Park Sound Steps

Gas Works Park

Jefferson Park

$18

Jefferson Park

Free

Enjoy a social time with others from Lifelong Recreation. Bring a dish to share. Pre-registration strongly encouraged.

115876 5/9

Free

$18

Gas Works Park

Choose your own distance for this “Grand Finale” to our Spring Training program! Walk up to a 13.1-mile half marathon using the ¾-mile paved walking loop at Jefferson Park. The event features beautiful city views, snacks, prizes and a medal. Register by 6/3 online, at your local community center, or by contacting Mari.

116696 6/21

Magnuson Brig lobby 6344 74th Ave NE

3 miles, flat, paved with waterfront views. At your own pace. Meet at the Pike Market pig.

Walk of Champions

Entry Fee Only

9 - 10:15 am

3 miles, flat, paved Burke Gilman Trail. Moderate pace.

Lake Union Loop 10K/Half Marathon Walk

Entry Fee Only

Wed

Ballard Sound Steps

Green Lake CC

Enjoy a 6.2 or 13.1-mile walk around Lake Union with Sound Steps! The event features live music, snacks, prizes and a medal. Register by 6/3 online, at your local community center, or by contacting Mari.

Free

3 miles, flat, natural surface trails in wetland environment. Moderate pace.

116614

Green Lake Loop 5K/10K Walk

Entry Fee Only

Magnuson Park Wetland Walks

Van Asselt CC

116663

Thu

10 – 11 am

85 Pike St

Free

2.8 miles, some hills, natural surface trails with Puget Sound views. Moderate pace. Meet at the visitor center.

116616

Fri

10 am – noon

Discovery Park

South Sound Steps Lincoln Park Sound Steps

Free

3 miles, some hills, natural and paved surface trails along Puget Sound. Moderate pace. Meet at the south end of the north parking lot.

116628

Mon

10 – 11:15 am

Lincoln Park

Rainier Beach Indoor Walk

Free

Seward Park Sound Steps

Free

Walk laps inside the gym at your own pace, with music. Mon 10 - 11 am Rainier Beach CC 116665 Wed 10 - 11 am Rainier Beach CC 116669 2.5 miles, flat, paved trail along Lake Washington. Gentle pace.

116674

Tue

10:30 - 11:30 am

Seward Park

SOUND STEPS CITYWIDE WALKING PROGRAM Sound Striders

Memory Loss Walks

As part of Lifelong Recreation’s Dementia-Friendly Recreation program offerings, Sound Steps is proud to offer walking groups that help our community members living with Early Stage Memory Loss stay active and engaged. Care partners welcome.

Memory Loss Zoo Walk

Free

9:30 - 11 am

Woodland Park Zoo

Out and About Walks

Free

2nd and 4th Fridays

10 am - 12:30 pm

Varies

Sound Steps Bird Walks

Enjoy faster, longer walks?

Free

Join ‘Sound Striders’ for 5-6 mile fitness walks every week! Meet at 8 am for coffee; walk leaves at 8:30 am. Each month we explore a different Seattle neighborhood.

South Striders Thursdays Sign up for South Striders Thursdays with code # 116695

April: Alki

Meet at Tully’s, 2676 Alki Ave SW

May 1 - 22: Beacon Hill

Meet at Victrola, 3215 Beacon Ave S

May 29: Fremont

Meet at Fremont Coffee, 459 N 36th St

June 5, 12, 19: Alaska Junction

Meet at Uptown Espresso, 4301 SW Edmunds St

June 26: Waterfront/Lower Queen Anne Meet at Local Color, 1600 Pike Place

North Striders Tuesdays Sign up for North Striders Tuesdays with code # 116691

Enjoy a guided day of bird watching! All trips meet at Jefferson Community Center and begin with a short walk there in the park. Participants will carpool and share gas costs. Trips subject to cancellation due to weather. Organized by volunteer Etta Cosey.

See http://seattlesoundsteps.wordpress.com/sound-striders/ for current locations.

116675 4/25 116681 5/16 116683 6/13

Enjoy the great outdoors! Join us the first Monday of every month. Beginners welcome—you can walk as far as feels comfortable. North pick-up at 8:15 am from 8061 Densmore Ave N. South pick-up at 9 am from Jefferson Community Center. Bring a lunch. Register online, at your local community center, or by contacting Mari Becker. Our hike costs are partially subsidized by our annual Walk N Roll fundraiser.

Fri Fri Fri

9 am - 6 pm Grays Harbor Shorebird Fest 9 am - 2 pm Discovery Park 9 am - 3 pm Edmonds Marsh and more

Sound Steps Nordic Walks

Sound Steps is helping develop a vibrant Nordic walking community in Seattle! Try an ongoing Nordic walking group, or contact Mari if you’re interested in a Nordic walking workshop.

Wednesday Walkers

Free

Sound Steps Hikes

Redmond Watershed

Multiple trails offer wetland and forest views, with flat walking loops from 0.3 to 5 miles.

3 – 5 miles, varied terrain throughout South Seattle. All paces welcome. Contact Mari for current location.

116685 4/7

116698

Enjoy this least-visited mountain in the Snoqualmie Pass corridor, boasting great views north. 3 miles round trip. 900 feet elevation gain.

Wed

2 pm

Varies

Sound Steps Spring Training

Train with Sound Steps for a 10 km or Half Marathon walk goal. Beginning or experienced walkers welcome. Saturday morning training walks take place through June.

North Training Walks 116660 4/5 - 4/12 Sat and 4/26 - 7/7 Sat

9 am 9 am

South Training Walks 116703 116702

Sat Sat

8 am 8 am

Free

Larsen’s Bakery, 8000 24th Ave NW Bagel Oasis 2112 NE 65th St

Mon

9 am – 2:30 pm

Cedar Butte

116687 5/5

Mon

9 am – 1:30 pm

Lake Youngs Trail

Walk as far as you want along this 9-mile rolling gravel trail that winds around a Renton-area reservoir.

116690 6/2

Mon

9 am – 1:30 pm

Free

Rainier CC Jefferson CC

SOUTHEAST SOUTH EAST REGISTRATION Southeast

Fishing Trips 1 and 2

RECREATION SPECIALIST Angela P. Smith 206-684-7484 angelap.smith@seattle.gov Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 All trip times, cost, and destinations subject to change without notice. You will be called prior to the trip to confirm your pick up-site. Please wear no fragranced personal care products on van as a courtesy to those who experience allergies. Refer to pg. 23 for registration and payment information.

PICK-UP SITES AND TIMES FOR TRIPS Rainier Community Center • 4600 38th Ave S Pick-up 15 minutes before time listed. Jefferson Community Center • 3801 Beacon Ave S Pick-up at listed time.

Field Trips SE $12

First free time and lunch on your own at Muckleshoot Casino. Then, we’ll check out the Supermall that has been transformed into the new Outlet Collection. Don’t feel like shopping? Welll this is a great place for mall walking! 4/15

Tue

9:45 am -4 pm

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

$20 + fee

These festive spring flowers are back in all their glorious colors. We will tour a couple of fields, then lunch and fee time on your own in La Conner. Garden admission $5.

115906

4/22

Tue

9:15 am – 4:30 pm

Jazz Alley Luncheon

Enjoy the comfort of Jazz Alley, a little history, free lunch, and if we are lucky a bit of entertainment. Tipping strongly encouraged.

115899

4/29

Tue

11:15 am – 2:30 pm

Southeast Hike

$12

Destination Franklin Falls. Explore beautiful park and trails. Outings are usually about 2 to 3 miles. We hike rain or shine. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. If weather permits, we eat lunch on the trail. If it is raining, we will dine at a local restaurant.

115913

5/7

Tue

10 am - 3 pm

115911

5/13

Tue

Fishing Trip #2

115912

6/14

Sat

10 am - 1:30 pm 10 am - 3:30 pm

Roslyn, Washington

115905

Rainier Beach Community Center and Pool • 8825 Rainier Ave S Pick-up may be available upon request, call for time.

115903

Fishing Trip #1

$9 $15 $21

Visit the town of Roslyn known for its rich history of coal mining families and diversity. Our stops include the museum, cemetery, bakery, and meat shop. Lunch own your on in town.

Yesler Community Center • 917 E Yesler Way Pick-up 30 minutes before time listed.

Muckleshoot Casino and The Outlet Collection

Varies

Your chance of catching a fish is promising! We’ll fish at a stocked lake; first trip inside the city, second trip just outside of Seattle. No experience necessary. Fish bait and light refreshments provided to keep you cool. You bring a lunch, portable chair, a fishing pole. *Fishing license fee may apply, call Angela at 206-684-7484 to discuss.

6/17

Tue

9 am - 4:30 pm

SOUTHEAST

SOUTHWEST

Special & Community Events SE

REGISTRATION Southwest

Spring Potluck

Free

You bring a dish to share. After lunch, BINGO! Prizes for the winners. Pre-registration strongly encouraged.

115876

5/9

Tue

11:30 am - 2 pm

Fabulous Over 50 Luncheon

Van Asselt

Free

Formally called the Senior Gathering, we”re back new and improved. This gathering happens once a quarter. Receive community information, enjoy lunch, and play bingo. Sponsored by Southeast community providers.

115830

6/10

Tue

10:30 am - 1 pm

RECREATION SPECIALIST Mary Dalzell • 935-2162 mary.dalzell@seattle.gov Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 Refer to page 23 for registration and payment information.

PICK-UP SITES AND TIMES FOR TRIPS

Van Asselt

High Point Community Center • 6920 34th Ave SW Pick-up 15 minutes before time listed. PCC • 2749 California Ave SW Pick-up at time listed.

Southeast Job and Housing Resource Fair Free

For age 50 and Better. A host of agencies and businesses with displays, giveaways, and lots of information. Employment opportunities, apartments and retirement homes, health care, and more. Also, a free healthy lunch. 6/12

Thu

10 am - 12:30 pm

Cinebarre

$7 + Fee

Offered the 1st Tuesday of each month; a movie theater that plays new releases where you order and eat your lunch in your seat. You chose the movie you want to see. Call closer to trip date for movie listings. Tuesdays have a special rate of $6 (additional fee for 3D). Movie and lunch on your own. Bring a friend. 8 minimum needed.

115907 115908 115909

4/1 5/6 6/3

Tue Tue Tue

11:30 am - 3:30 pm 11:30 am - 3:30 pm 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

ElderPlace Presentations

Free/

$2 transportation Health & wellness presentations provided by Park Place Assisted Living and Providence ElderPlace. Held at Park Place (6900 37th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118) the 4th Friday every month. Learn from one of the Providence ElderPlace specialists. New topics monthly. Presentations are free to attend. Transportation available from your local southeast community center. Call 206-684-7484 to confirm pick-up site. 4/25 5/23 6/27

Fri Fri Fri

2 - 3 pm 2 - 3 pm 2 - 3 pm

Wii Fitness

Park Place Park Place Park Place

$3 (Age 65+ $2)

Available for drop-in; an exercise game designed to engage the player in physical exercise, which consist of yoga poses, strength training, aerobics, and balance games. Various games and accessories available to play. Wed

9 am - 3 pm

Field Trips SW

Rainier

Rainier Symphony

$9 + fee

Classical concert three featuring Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 6. Please bring a $10 check made out to Rainier Symphony for this performance.

114220

4/13

Sun

2:15 - 5:30 pm

Auntie Anne’s

$8 + fee

To South Center for a one hour tour of Auntie Anne’s pretzel shop. After the demo you will get a goodie bag, pretzel and lemonade. Bring $5 day of for tour fee. Shopping and lunch on your own at the mall after tour.

114221

5/17

Thu

10 am - 3 pm

Western Art Show/Ellensburg

$27

See 70 artists exhibit their art followed by time in Ellensburg.

114223

5/17

Sat

10 am - 6 pm

Kubota Gardens

$10

Visit this beautiful 20 acre Japanese garden in South Seattle. Lots of walking on this guided tour, but many resting spots if needed. Donations accepted. Lunch, on your own, after tour.

114224

5/22

Thu

10 am - 3 pm

Soos Creek Botanical Garden

$13

This beautiful and mature botanical garden with heritage center is open to the public. Any tour fees on your own. Lunch afterwards, in Auburn, on your own.

114222

5/29

Thu

9 am - 3 pm

Port Orchard Antiquing

$25

A lovely ferry ride and time in Port Orchard looking in antique or any shop you find. Lunch on your own, ferry fees included in trip price. Pick up time will be at PCC 9:30 am and High Point 9:45 am.

114225

6/5

Thu

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

SOUTHWEST Columbia City/RBCC

Community & Social Programs SW

Our first stop will be to the new state-of-the-art community center and pool at Rainier Beach, then to Columbia City to see all the changes to the area. Lunch on your own.

Quarterly Potluck

114226

114218

6/12

Thu

10 am - 3:30 pm

Des Moines Waterfront Market

$13

Ramble through the Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market take in the water view. Plus a second site TBD.

114228

6/21

Sat

9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Lifelong Learning SW Water Aerobics

$4 drop-in

Call 684-7440 for details Tue/Thu

! ? i h C Tai

1:30 - 2:15 pm

Southwest Pool

Interested in a morning or evening tai chi class? We currently have some interest but not enough to run a class. Please contact Mary at 935-2162.

Free

Annual potluck everyone invited for a fun time and great food. 6/4

Wed

11 am - 12:30 pm

Alki

Singles

Free

This group meets the third Thursday of each month. A variety of comfortable gathering sites to meet and greet in the greater West Seattle area. Please contact Wander at 935-6738 or Lee at 938-5017. 4/17, 5/15, 6/19

Thu

5 - 8 pm

Getting to Know West Seattle

$3 museum fee

Continuing our series, Clay Eals of the Log House Museum will give us a tour of this local historical museum. The suggested fee for tour is $3 (payable at the museum); the museum address is 3003-61st Ave SW. Please pre-register with Mary.

114215

5/6

Tue

11:15 am - 12:15 pm

Alki

West Seattle Senior Center 4217 SW Oregon Street 932-4044 April: Spa Day at the Center Come get rejuvenated just in time for spring. Deeply discounted pricing on all services, plus gift bags! Tuesday April 22 , 2 - 7 pm May: Ballroom Dancing with Lauren Petrie Members $5 / Non members $7 Wednesday May 7, 6 - 8 pm

Dessert Concert

June: Housing Fair Come get all your questions answered about current housing options in or community all in one place. Free lunch provided. Tuesday June 17, 10 am - 1 pm

117045

South Park Community Center 8319-8th Ave South 684-7451 Free programs M/Th 10:15 - 1:15 and Tues 11 am - 1 pm. Classes incorporate balance, stability, flexibility, reflex, meditation and self-defense. Please contact South Park and ask for Frank Mateo for a complete list of class offerings and descriptions.

$8 pre-pay/ $10 day of concert

Continuing our concert offerings, but with a little change this time around, we present tea and dessert. Beautiful harp music will be performed by Michelle Wilcox. This concert is co-sponsored with the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop of West Seattle. 4/26

Sat

2 - 3:15 pm

High Point

Sandra Locklear Concert $4 pre-pay/ $5 day of concert

Sandra Locklear is a girl-gone-jazz and more. Sandra has a rich alto voice, plays sensuous jazz piano with soulful vitality. This concert is co-sponsored with the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop of West Seattle.

115244

6/28

Sat

7 - 8:30pm

Hiawatha

CENTRAL REGISTRATION Central

Black Diamond Bakery & Cafe CE

RECREATION SPECIALIST Carol Baxter-Clubine Queen Anne CC - 684-4240 Garfield CC - 233-7255 carol.baxter@seattle.gov

114369

Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 Refer to page 23 for registration and payment information. All trip times, costs, and destinations subject to change without notice. On all trips lunch is on your own.

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Seattle Cherry Blossom and Japanese Cultural Festival CE

114381

9 am - 3 pm

$26 + fee

The Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island is an internationally renowned public garden and forest preserve. The reserve’s 150 acres are a unique blend of natural woodlands and beautifully landscaped gardens, including a Japanese garden, moss garden, reflection pool and the Bloedels’ former estate home. Bring admission for $9 with you. Lunch out following in Bainbridge. SOUTHBOUND 5/2

Fri

5/16

Fri

9:30 am - 3 pm

5/30

Fri

$26

8 am - 4:30 pm

Nisqually Wildlife Reserve CE

Explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of Japan through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods and games. This feast for the senses features Taiko drumming and artisan demonstrations. NORTHBOUND

114370

$22

The Whidbey Island Greenbank Farm is a major landmark with its 522 acres of rolling fields, forest, wetlands and views. At the farm visit the quaint shops that include gifts, antiques, deli and wine shop. Stroll the grounds to see gardens, horses and views. Next we will spend time in Clinton to look at shops before heading back on the ferry. Lunch on your own. SOUTHBOUND

Field Trips Central

Bloedel Reserve CW

10:30 am - 3 pm

Whidbey Island Greenbank Farm CW

CENTRAL EAST TRIPS (CE) Garfield Community Center • 2323 E Cherry St Northbound: Pick-up is 15 minutes before time listed; Southbound: Pick-up is at time listed. Miller CC • 330 19th Ave East Northbound: Pick-up is at time listed; Southbound is 15 minutes before time listed.

Fri

Home to one of the largest collections of species rhododendrons in the world, the garden displays over 700 of the more than 1,000 species found in the wilds of North America, Europe, and Asia, as well as in the tropical regions of southeast Asia and northern Australia. We will get a personal 1-hour tour of the garden so we can see the highlights. Tour fee included in registration costs. Lunch out on your own following. Trails are gravel. SOUTHBOUND

CENTRAL WEST TRIPS (CW) Queen Anne CC • 1901 First Ave West Northbound: Pick-up is at time listed; Southbound: Pick-up is 15 minutes before time listed. Belltown Community Center • 415 Bell St Northbound: Pick-up is 15 minutes before time listed; Southbound: Pick-up time is at time listed.

4/25

5/9

Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden CW

PICK-UP SITES AND TIMES FOR TRIPS

114373

$12

This bakery has been around since 1902 and received King 5’s Best of Western Washington Award. Come on out with us to Black Diamond to experience the food and bakery. You won’t go home hungry! Lunch on your own. SOUTHBOUND

$17 + fee

We will take a walk through this diverse nature area. Here, the freshwater of the Nisqually River combines with the saltwater of Puget Sound to form an estuary rich in nutrients and detritus which provides many migratory birds and other wildlife habitat to live. You can also enjoy the visitors center and shop. The trails are flat, some are boardwalk. $1.50 admission fee, bring a sack lunch. SOUTHBOUND

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6/13

Fri

9:00 am - 3 pm

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9:15 am - 2:30 pm

CENTRAL Lifelong Learning Central AARP Drivers Safety

$20/$15 AARP Members The nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50+ that has helped millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads and in many cases receive a discount on insurance rates. $15 fee for AARP members, $20 for nonAARP members payable to instructor at first class. 117910 118340 117911

Spring Tea

The smell of spring is in the air. Join us as we celebrate the beginning of warmer weather with tea and scrumptious treats. Must register to attend. Bring your own tea cup!

5/22

Thu

noon - 1 pm

Garfield

Community Kitchen

$25

Living single and eating well! The group will cook meals for 1-2 servings to take home and freeze. By cooking together you can save money, learn new recipes and make new friends. We will cook 3 to 4 dishes. Limited to 6 participants; please register in advance at 206-684-4240.

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4/15 5/20 6/17

Tue Tue Tue

1 - 4 pm 1 - 4 pm 1 - 4 pm

Movies at Queen Anne

Queen Anne Queen Anne Queen Anne

Free

Full list of movies posted at QACC. First choice not always available and subject to change. Popcorn included! Wed

1:15 - 3:30 pm

Connecting in Retirement

Queen Anne

Free

Lynette Douglas will lead this group for seniors. Monthly topics will give you hints and tips in retirement, opportunity to talk about life, find out about resources and community agencies that provide assistance to seniors, and meet new people. Meet the 3rd Monday of each month.

4/21 5/19 6/16

Mon Mon Mon

1:30 - 2:30 pm 1:30 - 2:30 pm 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Wed Mon Mon

8:30 am - 4:30 pm 9 am -- 5 pm 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Garfield Miller Garfield

“Classes provide an opportunity for senior socializing which research shows is critical to maintaining good mental health. Exercise is an important key to memory and cognitive skill maintenance.”

Community Events Central

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4/24 5/12 6/19

Queen Anne Queen Anne Queen Anne

NORTHEAST REGISTRATION Northeast

Trilliums and Tea

RECREATION SPECIALIST Cheryl Brown • 386-9106 or cheryl.brown@seattle.gov Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 You need to register in advance for all trips and hikes! Please call Cheryl at 206-386-9106, register online through SPARC or visit your local community center to register. Refer to page 23 for registration and payment information.

PICK-UP SITES AND TIMES FOR TRIPS Magnuson Brig • (Bldg 406) 6344 NE 74th St. Pick-up 30 minutes before time listed. Meadowbrook Community Center • 10517 35th Ave NE Pick-up 15 minutes before time listed. Northgate JC Penney Parking Garage • (between south entrance and garage) Pick-up at time listed.

Field Trips NE Stanley and Seaforts and Lakewold Gardens

Two historical Tacoma sites...first, an early lunch at the famous Stanley and Seaforts restaurant set high on a cliff overlooking the city, then a tour of Lakewold Gardens in time for the first blooming rhodies, daffodils and other spring flowers! Lunch and tour ($7) on your own.

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4/10

Thu

10 am - 5 pm

UW Jacobsen Observatory

$10

Built in 1895, the Jacobsen Observatory is the secondoldest structure on the UW campus. It’s 120 year-old refracting telescope is still offering celestial views of the wonders of the Universe. We will eat at a local restaurant, then enjoy a talk and a chance to observe the night sky.

114174

4/17

Thu

6 - 10:30 pm

Hoodsport and Hardware Distillery Tour $22

Visit Hoodsport and the newly opened Hardware Distillery Co., owned and operated by our own watercolor instructor (and her husband), Jan Morris. This is a Washington State craft distillery producing gins and vodka, as well as other products. We will tour the production area of this small distillery featuring beautiful copper stills, and learn how the spirits are made. Lunch on your own in Hoodsport!

114175

4/28

Mon

114176

10 am - 5 pm

“At my age, 82, I rely on this program as a form of Preventative Medicine.”

5/1

Thu

9 am - 4 pm

Nifty Thrifty $9

Everyone loves a bargain! Join us as we visit several thrift stores that have yielded great deals in the past! Why not clean out your closet before the trip and leave a donation behind?

116502

6/2

Mon

10 am - 4 pm

“La Cage aux Folles” and Second Story Rep

$12 + fee

Join us for lunch (on your own) and La Cage aux Folles at Redmond’s Second Story Rep. After 20 years as partners, Georges and Albin run into problems when their son announces his marriage to the daughter of a right-wing politician. The comedy that ensues is hilarious fun. Please bring $20 for play ticket.

114178

$15 + fee

$23

Come for tea as we explore Cottage Lake Gardens where Master Gardener Susie Egan grows 46 of the worlds known 47 species of trilliums. We will hear Susie talk about trilliums and what makes them unique, enjoy tea and have a chance to stroll the garden paths. Lunch on your own at Maltby Cafe, then a quick jaunt to Flower World to see what is growing there!

6/7

Sat

11 am - 5 pm

Wenatchee River Rafting Trip

$10 + fee

Challenge yourself to try something new! This guided raft trip, led by the pros at Outdoors for All, takes you down one of the most beautiful rivers in the country. A barbeque lunch, transportation and time in Leavenworth after rafting are included. Bring snacks or a sack lunch for the drive. Registration is limited, so sign up early! Please make check payable for $95 to Outdoors for All and send in to Cheryl by 5/20/14. Trip leaves from Magnuson Brig; pick up at Northgate (6 am) and Magnuson Brig (5:30 am) .

118106

6/13

Fri

5:30 am - 7 pm

Georgia Gerber Studio Tour

$22

Explore the gardens and magical sculpture of Georgia Gerber at her home studio on Whidby Island. A truly unique and magical experience which will include lunch and browsing in Langley (on your own).

114180

6/19

Thu

10 am - 5 pm

Northeast Hikers

Explore beautiful parks and trails in this hiking program. Hikes are usually about 3 miles on varied terrain. We hike rain or shine be prepared for wet or muddy trails with appropriate clothing and footwear. If weather permits, we eat lunch on the trail. If it is raining we will dine at a local restaurant. Return approximately at 4 pm.

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4/21

Mon

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5/5

Mon

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5/19

Mon

$12 10 am - 4 pm Spring Lake/ Lake Desire 10 am - 4 pm Taylor Mountain $12 Forest 10 am - 4 pm Skookum Flats $16

6/9

Mon

10 am - 4 pm Barclay Lake

$16

NORTHEAST Community Events Tea and Tunes Concert Series

A casual concert experience which includes coffee, tea and treats. A chance for you to listen and chat with the performers as well. Suggested donation $5.

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Wed Wed

1 - 2 pm 1 - 2 pm

Northgate Northgate

Batters Up!

Come celebrate the start of baseball season with a pancake breakfast and fun activities. Everyone welcome, with a special invitation to those living with memory loss.

115299

4/12

Sat

10 - 11:30 am

Northgate

Lifelong Learning NE

Learn to Love Your Computer

$25

Learn how to use the internet to search, shop, read, and laugh; get an e-mail account, send e-mail attachments; create a blog, connect to Facebook and upload, lightly edit your digital photos. Bring your laptop.

114641

Mon

1:30 - 3 pm

Northgate

Lifelong Learning NE continued AARP Drivers Safety

$20/$15 AARP Members The nations first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50+ that has helped millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads and in many cases receive a discount on insurance rates. Fee payable to instructor at first class. 114130 114131 114132

4/22 - 4/23 T/W 5/20 - 5/21 T/W 6/24 - 6/25 T/W

9:30 am - 1:30 pm 9:30 am - 1:30 pm 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Meadowbrook Magnuson Brig Meadowbrook

Write and Publish Your 1st Book (or 7th!) $35

Join California best-selling author Bobbie Christensen and learn how to write your book in just 6 weeks using only 10 steps. Find out how to sell your work to a publisher, selfpublish, POD, ePublish, etc. $15 material fee payable at class includes book and free email consulting at any time.

118110

4/29

Tue

6 - 10 pm

Northgate

New

Magnuson Senior Hub

Welcome to the new Magnuson Senior Hub at the Brig! We are expanding our programs here at Magnuson to include educational, health, arts and more!

We are looking for your ideas to improve the programs and space here at the Brig to make it a place where you want to drop in and visit, have a cup of coffee, browse our book exchange, play a game or learn something new! Check it out!

Aging and Spirituality

League of Women Voters

Free

As we move through the aging process, what do we have to hope for? What does spirituality mean at this stage in our lives? Is there a connection between spirituality and wellness? And what is the difference between spirituality and religion? Taught by Donald Armstrong, Director of Aging In Place, Jewish Family Services in Seattle.

114634 4/17

Thu

1 - 3 pm

Magnuson Brig

French and Spanish for Travelers

$30

Is European travel in your future? Using games, music and role playing here is your chance to learn a bit of French and Spanish that will make it easier and more fun for your adventures. Instructor, Panama native Yvonne Lasso.

116495 4/18 - 6/6

Fri

9:30 - 10:30 am

Magnuson Brig

New Author Series: Ed Lincoln

Free

The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy. All are welcome (men and women) to join the discussions.

116498 5/14 & 6/11 Wed

12:45 - 2:45 pm

Sentimental Journey

Magnuson Brig

To celebrate “Older Americans Month” we are inviting you to a dinner in your honor! Go back to the 40’s with this themed event featuring music, historic photos and costumes in the newly renovated Officers Club at Magnuson Park. Come in costume if you wish!

116499 5/14

Wed

5 - 7 pm

The 70s are the New 50s

Magnuson Officers Club

Free

Ed Lincoln talks about his book, “Life Through the Rearview Mirror”. Ed was the owner/operator of Lincoln Towing (The Pink Toe Truck) and invites you to jump in the passenger’s seat and take a peek though the rearview mirror as he reveals surprising life lessons that have spanned the decades.

Learn about: how our perception of aging has changed; physical and longevity changes; how the economy, social programs, employment and retirement impacts older adults; and the challenges of housing, personal care and medical care. Taught by Donald Armstrong, Director of Aging In Place, Jewish Family Services in Seattle.

116265 4/22

114633 5/22

Tue

1 - 2:30 pm

Magnuson Brig

New Author Series: Howard Hansen

Free

Meet the author and hear about his latest book! Howard speaks of his life growing up as a member of the Quileute Indian tribe on the Olympic Peninsula.

116266 5/6

Tue

1 - 2:30 pm

Magnuson Brig

1 - 3 pm

Magnuson Brig

Medicare Adv vs Supplemental Insurance Free

There is a lot of confusion about Medicare Advantage and Supplemental Insurance. Attend this workshop to learn the facts about these two important programs. Taught by the experts from Soundpath Health.

117009 6/12

Thu

1 - 2 pm

Magnuson Brig

NORTHWEST REGISTRATION Northwest

PICK-UP SITES FOR TRIPS

Ballard Community Center • 6020 28th Ave NW Bitter Lake Community Center • 13035 Linden Ave N

PICK-UP TIMES FOR TRIPS SOUTHBOUND TRIPS Bitter Lake: Leaves 20 min before time listed; Ballard: Leaves at trip time listed. NORTHBOUND TRIPS Ballard: Leaves 20 min before time listed; Bitter Lake: Leaves at trip time listed.

$49

Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra presents “The Art of the Jitterbug”, at Kirkland Performance Center, featuring the hottest jazz hits from the world’s greatest dance bands, along with two award-winning pairs of dancers kicking up their heels on stage to showcase the jitterbug and other high-energy dance styles of early jazz! Lunch on your own before 2 pm curtain time. NORTHBOUND Sun

11 am - 5:30 pm

Angel of the Winds

$12

This Arlington casino features your favorite slots and plenty of table play, as well as a scrumptious lunch buffet. Don’t miss this opportunity for fun! NORTHBOUND

116236 4/23

Wed

10 am - 4 pm

Walk: Bay View State Park

$12

Walk: Weowna Park

$10

“Diana of Dobson’s”

$24

Cedar Grove Composting Facility

$12

Tucked away in Bellevue within view of Lake Sammamish are 80 lovely acres that hold some of the area’s largest remaining conifers, as well as several types of woodpeckers. 3 miles of trails, some paved, flat. If fair weather, bring a sack lunch or we’ll stop at nearby eatery (on your own). SOUTHBOUND Wed 10 am - 3 pm 116241 5/28 Before there was Eliza Doolittle there was Diana of Dobson’s! Enjoy this 1908 romantic gem at Greenwood neighborhood Taproot Theater. Take a peek at the theater expansion taking place! Lunch on your own before 2 pm curtain time. NORTHBOUND Wed 11:30 am - 5:30 pm 115274 6/4

Field Trips NW

4/6

Federal Reserve Bank Tour

A great tour of our Federal Reserve Bank in Renton where we’ll learn about the processing & circulation of US currency, including the chance to view historic bills, and bills up to $10,000.00! Lunch and shopping at IKEA after the tour (on your own)! SOUTHBOUND Wed 10 am - 4 pm 116399 5/21

W NE

115229

$25

Come to Woodinville’s Cottage Lake Gardens, where Master Gardener Susie Egan grows 46 of the world’s known 47 trillium species. She’ll share what makes trilliums unique as we enjoy tea; then stroll garden paths in her beautiful wooded landscape. Lunch after at Maltby Cafe (on your own), then a quick jaunt to Flower World to see what is growing there! NORTHBOUND Sun 9 am - 4 pm 115230 5/11

RECREATION SPECIALIST Jayla McGill • 206-233-7138 jayla.mcgill@seattle.gov Registration begins at noon, March 11, 2014 Please refer to page 23 for registration and payment information. All trip times, costs, and destinations subject to change without notice. After registration call 233-7138 with your pick-up location request. Please wear no fragranced personal care products on vans as a courtesy to those who experience allergies.

“Art of the Jitterbug”

Trilliums and Tea for Mother’s Day

$12

This Mt. Vernon Park features level-to-moderate unpaved trails, some with spectacular views, and the Breazeale Interpretive Center to explore. Lunch on your own in nearby Edison. NORTHBOUND Wed 10 am - 3 pm 116240 4/30

We’ll tour the fascinating Everett facility, which plays an important role in diverting organic waste from landfills. From two local facilities, over 350,000 tons of residential and commercial yard and food waste is composted annually. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic stop before our tour. NORTHBOUND

777908 6/11

Wed

10 am - 3 pm

“Funny Girl”

$28 + fee

We’ll head east to Issaquah Village Theater & see a 2 pm performance of the irrepressible musical story of Ziegfield Follies star, Fannie Brice, one of the most celebrated entertainers of her time. Bring $38 cash for admission fee on trip day. Lunch on your own before the show. NO REFUNDS AFTER REGISTRATION - TICKETS ARE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE. SOUTHBOUND Sat 11 am - 5:30 pm 115275 6/14

Walk: Kent Earthworks

$10

Level, mostly paved paths through art-inspired landscapes in Green River Valley. Fair weather, bring sack lunch; otherwise we’ll stop at a nearby eatery (on your own). SOUTHBOUND Wed 10 am - 2 pm 116242 6/18

NORTHWEST Lunch Club NW

Movies

Explore the hottest restaurants in town and out. BRING CASH; separate checks are not always available; expect 17-20% gratuity on your bill. Register ahead of time. Pick-up sites: Ballard 11 am

Shilla’s $$ 116237

4/16

Twigs $$ 116238

5/7

Wed 11 am - 3 pm Wed 11 am - 3 pm

$7/each Enjoy movies as they were meant to be seen - on the big screen! A lunch is provided. Advance registration required.

Unfinished Song Thu 115281 4/10

11:30 am - 2 pm

Loyal Heights

Pillow Talk 116244 5/15

Thu

11:30 am - 2 pm

Loyal Heights

Iron Jawed Angels Thu 116245 6/12

11:30 am - 2 pm

Loyal Heights

Helping Hands-Food Lifeline Helping Hands - Food Lifeline

Lunch and a Movie at Loyal Heights

Free

“I am now active in the greater community and care tremendously about it.”

This is simple, two-hour non-strenuous work, re-packing food to help feed the hungry. Bring your lunch for afterwards. Wear closed toe shoes. Pick-ups at: Ballard 9:15 am, and Bitter Lake 9:30 am Please call Jayla at 206-233-7138 with your pick-up site.

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4/8 5/13 6/10

Tue Tue Tue

9:30 am - 1:30 pm 9:30 am - 1:30 pm 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

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The listserv is an e-newsletter with information about Lifelong Recreation programs, events, and civic volunteer opportunities. We use this as a tool to get out timely information about our efforts to serve our patrons.

Free

Take this opportunity to explore your life events in writing with a small group in a comfortable environment. Thu

10 am - noon

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Lifelong Recreation Advisory Council You Can Make a Difference!

Join Us!

The Lifelong Recreation Advisory Council is a group of citizens dedicated to the enrichment of our community. Its support enables us to offer a variety of programs and services for people age 50+ of all abilities and backgrounds.

Citizen direction and participation is essential to our success. Our advisory councils always are looking for new members. Monthly meetings are held to advise about programs, policies, and financial issues. If you would like to get involved, please contact the facility staff for further information.

Your Advisory Council Most classes, workshops, sports programs, special events and facility rentals are funded through the local advisory councils, rather than from City of Seattle budgets. Revenues generated through program fees offset program costs to make these activities self-sustaining. We rely on participation, donations, and contributions to maintain and upgrade equipment. Advisory council members create scholarship opportunities through grant writing and other fundraising activities.

If you’d like to get involved, please call the Lifelong Recreation Office at 206 684-4951. The Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is dedicated to serving Seattle’s community in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation with citywide fiscal accountability, advisory council support, and community-focused leadership.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS REGISTRATION - Online, In Person and by Phone ONLINE 1. Visit www.seattle.gov/parks 2. Click on the SPARC logo 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to register 4. Pay by credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express In order to make your online registration go as smoothly as possible, please set up an account 24 hours before registering at http://www.seattle.gov/parks/ and click on the SPARC section.

Payment Payment is due when you register, unless we have indicated otherwise. If your check is returned for insufficient funds, your registration will be cancelled until you pay the amount due plus a $20 fee. Registration is not complete and a spot in the class cannot be held without payment in full. Fees and Charges ARC - Our Advisory Council provides the programs and activities listed in this brochure under an agreement with Seattle Parks and Recreation. Fees are used to offset the cost of providing the programs. Program charges include a user fee paid to Seattle Parks and Recreation to defray operating costs. Washington State sales tax is also included where applicable. City - Fees and charges are necessary to provide financial support to Seattle Parks and Recreation for the operating costs of programs, facilities and grounds. The revenue generated by these fees constitutes only a portion of funds required for operating and maintaining the Parks system. All fees collected from activities and concessions are used exclusively for the Parks system as these funds are deposited in the Parks and Recreation Fund, not the City General Fund. Swimming pool fees and charges are set by City Council. Confirmations Sorry, we cannot confirm class registration by mail or phone, but we will notify you by phone if your class is postponed or cancelled. Refunds Refunds: It is the policy of Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Associated Recreation Council that: -Anyone who registers for a class, camp, and special event or program that is cancelled for any reason by Parks and Recreation or the Advisory Council will receive a full refund. - Anyone who registers for a day camp, trip, overnight camp, special event, or facility rental, and who requests a refund 14 days or more before its start (or before the second session of a class), may receive a refund, minus a service charge of $5 or 10% of the class fee (whichever is greater). - Anyone who registers for a day camp, trip, overnight camp, special event, or facility rental, and who withdraws from the activity fewer than 14 days before its start (or after the second session of a class), will receive no refund. - A transfer from one class to another is permitted without cost if done on the same business day as the original registration, and is subject to space availability. - No fee is charged for a transfer initiated by Seattle Parks and Recreation staff when done to correct an error in registration or allow for a better recreation opportunity. Please read the entire policy 7.16 for specific information. An extra process is required for child care refunds or transfers. There will be no refunds or make-up classes for lessons missed due to illness or vacations.

IN PERSON 1. Visit your local community center 2. Pay by cash, check or credit card. We accept Visa, Master Card and American Express BY PHONE Call your recreation specialist, or the Business Service Center at 206 684-5177.

Class Cancellations To cover the cost of providing a program, we need a specific number of participants. If too few people sign up for a class, we must cancel it. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll notify you (at the latest) one or two days before the class start date. When possible, we will postpone a cancelled class for a week to allow for more enrollments; if the class minimum is not met by then, we will have to cancel it. Scholarships Seattle Parks and Recreation wants to ensure that our activities, classes and sports are available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. To apply for a scholarship, please talk to one of our Recreation Specialists. Waiting Lists We will create waiting lists for all filled classes. Please be sure to sign up if you are interested in a class that is full, because class openings often become available. If demand is high, we will try to form another class. Please contact us for space availability. Anti-discrimination As a matter of policy, law, and commitment, Seattle Parks and Recreation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical handicap. Accommodation for People with Disabilities We will make reasonable accommodation, upon request, for people with disabilities. For sign language interpretation, auxiliary aids or other accommodations, please call (206) 615-0140 or TDD (206) 684-4950. Please allow 10 working daysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; advance notice. If a class or activity is scheduled in an area that is not accessible for wheelchairs, we will make every effort to help you find a similar program in an accessible location. Special Populations For information on programs for youth/adults with disabilities, please call the Special Populations Office at (206) 684-4950, or visit the web at: www. cityofseattle.net/parks/SpecialPops/index.htm. More Information For information about Parks and Recreation facilities, recreation programs, picnic shelters, and scheduling, please visit our web site at www.seattle. gov/parks, or call our Public Information line, 206-684-4075.

DISCLAIMER NOTE Although we strive to be accurate, this brochure is published for information purposes only. Changes may be necessary to the content depending on levels of participation or other factors, and fees may change after City Council action on the City budget each year. Please visit www.seattle.gov/parks for updated information.

Lifelong Recreation

PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE

4554 NE 41st Street Seattle, WA 98105

PAID SEATTLE, WA PERMIT 152

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Cit ywide Events

W NEAc tiv e aft e r 55

Fee: $890

COED SOFTBALL LEAGUES Informational Meeting: 2/19

Wed

noon

Green Lake CC

Play begins early June, sign up for one below: Mon 11 am - 2 pm Lower Woodland 116658 Mon 11 am - 2 pm Lower Woodland 116659

Movi n’ for Mon e y Free

Please join Specialized Program participants in their Walka-Thon fundraiser. You can walk with the participants as a walking buddy, count laps, cheer participants on, or even help with fundraising. This event helps raise money to support scholarship and program costs for programs for individuals with disabilities. There will be a celebration awards party after; a light dinner will be served. For questions or to get involved please call the Specialized Programs office at 206-684-4950. 5/18 Sun 3 - 5:30 pm Nathan Hale Track

Sound Steps

SPRING TRAINING FOR WALKERS Free

Train with Sound Steps for a 10 km or Half Marathon walk goal. Beginner or experienced walkers welcome. Saturday morning training walks ongoing through June. Choose from walk sites in north or south Seattle. See the Sound Steps section (page 12) for more information.

SENIOR COFFEE HOURS

Free

The Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens’ Coffee Hours bring community elders closer to City officials, providing elders an opportunity to learn more about City programs and services, and officials an opportunity to hear from elders. Refreshments are served. Coffee Hours are held the third Thursday of every month in the Central Building Conference Room located on the 1st floor at 810 – 3rd Ave (between Columbia and Marion St) from 10-11 am. Dates/speakers are TBA. Call 206-684-0500 to verify dates/times or e-mail seniors@seattle.gov.

Dess ert Conc ert

$8 pre-pay/ $10 day of concert

117045

4/26

Sat

2 - 3:15 pm

Readers Theater Presents

“Morn ings at Sev e n”

High Point

$10

Join our troupe of actors as they present this fun play about family communication, expectations, and assumptions. Held at several local retirement communities, all performances are open to the public. Please purchase tickets in advance, as we like to let the residences know how many to expect!

118107

6/5

Thu

3 pm

The Landmark in Ballard