CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Silver Screeners Free Movies for Seniors
Jan 2 at 10am "Holiday" (1938) at Mukilteo Library 4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd, 425-493-8202; Jan 13 at 1:30pm "The Holdovers" (2023) Lake City Silver Screeners at Lamb of God Lutheran Church, 12509 27th Sve NE in Seattle 206-268-6740; Jan 15 from 1:30-3:30pm "Wings of Desire" (1987) Wallingford Community Senior Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N Suite 140 in Seattle 206-461-7825; Jan 22 from 1-3pm at Greenwood Senior Center "Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother" 206-297-0875; Jan 23 at 1:30pm "Jason and the Argonauts" (1963) SE Seatttle Senior Center, 4655 S Holly St 206-722-0317; Feb 6 at 10am "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004) Mukilteo Library 425-493-8202.
Free Art Class with Supplies included
Jan 3, 11:30am-1pm, try your hand at acrylic painting in a friendly environment, supplies provided, raffle drawing for an art supplies kit, please register, walk-ins accommodated as space allows, sponsored by Seniors Making Art, Bothell Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66f2fd1f914c5176919eeeb4
The Art of Death
January 4, 11, 18, 25 and February 1 from 10am to noon (one or all) learn the practical info on planning, having documents including digital assets and passwords, informing your loved ones of your wishes, beneficiaries, what would you like for your service, St Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 722 N 145th, Shoreline, $25 materials fee, learn more by emailing Tina Polf at classes@sdchp.org
Welcome to Medicare Workshop (via Zoom)
Jan 13 from 1-4pm, hosted by Seattle Central College and presented by Statewide Health Insurance Advisors https://www.campusce.net/seattlecentral/Course/Course.aspx?c=15508
Gentle Tech Help (online via KCLS)
Jan 8 from 2-3pm "Explore YouTube" https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6759d779fea9b97171fa6213; Jan 15 from 2-3pm "Simplify Your Digital Life" https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/675b0ad055d11a28000b088d; Jan 22 from 2-3pm "Free Digital Language Tools" https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/675b0c95b4127941005ac98c; free online workshops presented by Bridget via KCLS
Senior Events at NEST (senior support org)
Jan 9, 1-2:30pm "Understanding AI" presentation tailored for older adults, https://www.nestseattle.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=715998&item_id=2479811; Jan 23, 1-2:30 "Is Cohousing Right for You" https://www.nestseattle.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=715998&item_id=2479816; Jan 30, 1-3pm "Committing to Healthy Cooking for the New Year" https://www.nestseattle.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=715998&item_id=2479820; NEST is located at 8008 35th Ave NE, Seattle,
Long Term Care Medicaid Planning Basics
Jan 10, 1-2pm, learn how Medicaid benefits can help pay for long-term care, basic planning strategies, presented by Elder Law Attorney at Greenwood Senior Center, RSVP 206-297-0875.
Intergenerational Conversation about Aging
Jan 13, 7:30, Northwest Center for Creative Aging presents the mother-daughter duo, Rebecca Crichton and Erika Crichton in a conversation about how Gen X and Boomers can learn more about one another by openly sharing perspectives on joys and challenges of aging well, at Town Hall Seattle, $10-$35 sliding scale, https://townhallseattle.org/event/erika-crichton/
Back to Basics with Diabetes Management
Jan 15, 1-2pm, registered dietician provides info on current guidelines including food, exercise, medications, Greenwood Senior Center, RSVP for free event 206-297-0875
Wallingford Community Senior Center
Jan 16 from 1:15-3:30pm (third Thursdays Feb 20, March 20, Apr 17) "Social Skills Discussion - How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen) facilitated by Denise Malm and Teresa Tam, register via email dmalm@wallingfordseniors.org; Jan 29 from 1:30-2:30pm presentation on GenPride including the senior experience, RSVP 206-461-7825.
The Boys in the Boat: A daughter remebers
Jan 17, 12-1pm, hear stories from Judy Willman daughter of Joe Rantz whose story is made famous by book and film, free at Third Place Commons Stage in Lake Forest Park https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6752335c8fc0a328000fca8e
Aging Well Learning Community (in-person and online via KCLS)
Jan 18 (double check date via registration) from 11:15-1:30pm, open-learning community dedicated to aging well, enjoy books, film art for reflection and conversation (you don't need to have read book to participate - Jan book "These Precious Days" by Ann Patchett), in person at North Bend Library as well as over Zoom: kcls.bibliocommons.com; Questions? lellsworth@kcls.org or N_WaltonHouse@msn.com https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/65821642bf3fd82800d4eb1c
Menopause 101
Jan 22, 6-7pm, empower yourself with knowledge, learn symptoms, self-care practices and interventions, free, Richmond Beach Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6756455f54a602ae2c3cf961
Line Dancing at the Library
Jan 27, 4-5pm, learn country, western, Latin, pop, disco register for free event at Shoreline Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6756469bfea9b97171fa06ac
Fun Discussion at Greenwood Senior Center
Jan 31 from 1-2pm a discussion about Sherlock Holmes at the Greenwood Senior Center 206-297-0875.
Wisdom Cafe Fairwood Library
Jan 28, 1-2:30pm, facilitated discussion for older adults "The Gift of Presence" - make connections and learn from each other while enjoying a warm beverage, facilitated by Dori Gillam, Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave SE Renton, https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/67564764fea9b97171fa06cf
Wisdom Cafe Richmond Beach Library
Jan 30, 10:30am-noon, facilitated discussion for older adults "How Has COVID Changed Your Life?" facilitated by Dori Gillam, Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6764a92bfea9b97171fc08fd
Early Stage Memory Loss Event
First Fridays, facilitated art discussion for individuals living with dementia and their care partners, using a combination of techniques to support an engaging experience, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art - check their calendar for other activities that support those with memory loss: www.biartmuseum.org
Memory Navigator Consultation
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-3pm by appointment provided by The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia Street in Seattle, rsvp on the Memory Navigator booking page, www.thememoryhub.org
Senior Walking Group
Wednesdays 11am-noon, 45 minute walks through Magnuson Park, meet in parking lot E4 at the north end of Lake Shore Drive NE, sponsored by NEST senior service organization. www.nestseattle.org
Women’s Group: Growing Older
Fridays led by NEST senior services organization, for more info call 206-525-6378.
Daily Arts Activities for people of all abilities by Silver Kite!
https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=silverkite
Free online AARP events (no membership needed)
For a list of free online AARP events including health, wellness, arts, history and more visit this link: www.local.aarp.org
Community Events
Please Touch the Art
Thru Jan 4, 2025, 11am-5pm Wed-Sat (and until 8pm on First Thursdays) King Street Station in downtown Seattle exhibition space offers tactile and 3D artwork that is accessible for blind and low-vision individuals. 303 South Jackson Street, Top Floor, FREE
Choral Evensong
Jan 5, 4:30pm Saint Mark's Choir, 1245 10th Ave E in Seattle, free https://saintmarks.org/worship/choral-evensong/
Seattle Jazz Vespers
Jan 5, 6pm, Ben Thomas Tango Project, Seattle First Baptist, 1111 Harvard in Seattle, free by donation, https://www.facebook.com/events/1749585842246057
Free Beginner Scandinavian Dance Classes
Mondays Jan 6-March 17 (no class Jan 20 or Feb 17) from 7-9pm at University Heights Center, room 209 (top floor) 5031 University Way NE in Seattle, bring clean shoes to change into with smooth soles and low flat heels; free parking use code 2850 to enter building Free, for beginners for more advanced dancers welcome, singles and couples welcome, masks required, questions lisa@hambo.us or 206-258-2580.
The Untold History of Northwest Rock & Roll (free via Zoom)
Jan 9, 6-7pm, join author Peter Blecha for a discussion which includes Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Jimi Hendrix and the R&B roots of the distinct regional art form knows as the "Original Northwest Sound" presented by Humanities Washington, https://www.humanities.org/event/online-stomp-and-shout-the-untold-story-of-northwest-rock-roll/
Sound of Music Sing-along
Jan 11-12, costumes welcome, pre-movie trivia, The 5th Ave Theatre in Seattle, https://www.5thavenue.org/shows/2024-25/sound-of-music/
MLK Celebration
Jan 17, 9:30am-2pm, annual Community Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr includes breakfast, keynote speaker, live music, community conversation, South Seattle College 6000 16th Ave SW in Seattle, free but rsvp early https://www.seattlecolleges.edu/mlk/event-information-and-updates
Festival at Lake Chelan
Jan 17-26, Lake Chelan Winterfest features ice sculptures, live music, wine & ale tasting, kids' activities, polar bear splash, beach bonfire, fireworks https://www.lakechelan.com/winterfest/
Great Train Show
Jan 18-19 from 10am-4pm, model trains, vendors, Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, https://www.greattrainshow.com/gts-show-landing-pages/puyallup-01-25
Lift Every Voice
Jan 20, 9:30-11:30am, free event includes tribute to Dev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr includes music and dance, Edmonds Waterfront Center.
MLK Celebration
Jan 20, 10am-5pm, exhibits, resource expo, community conversations, family activities, storytelling, book giveaways, free admission to Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S Massachusetts St in Seattle https://www.naamnw.org/king-day
MLK Day in Tacoma
Jan 20, 11am into afternoon, fair with local organizations, program at 1pm, free parking at Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St in Tacoma https://www.cityoftacoma.org/cms/one.aspx?objectId=40057
MLK Day Rally & March
Jan 20, Garfield High School, job fair, workshop, march to city hall https://www.seattlemlkcoalition.org/
Lunar New Year Bellevue
Jan 25, live performances, crafts and displays, Center Court at Bellevue Square https://bellevuecollection.com/lunarnewyear/
Lunar New Year Redmond
Jan 25, noon-9pm, games, food court, performances, Overlake Christian Church, 9900 Willows Rd NE in Redmond https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-microsoft-asian-spring-festival-celebration-tickets-1080190451719
Vietamese Tet in Seattle
Jan 25-26, live performances, hands-on activities, food, crafts, games, fashion, martial arts, marketplace, Fisher Pavilion and Seattle Center Armory https://www.seattlecenter.com/events/featured-events/festal/tet-in-seattle
Silent Movie Mondays
Jan 27, 7pm, "Gold Rush" (1925), featuring a live 15-piece orchestra performing Chaplin's original score, Seattle's Paramount Theater, https://www.stgpresents.org/events/silent-movie-mondays-the-gold-rush-1925/
Clothing Swap
Jan 29, 5-7pm, drop off gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, enjoy light refreshments, at 5:30pm find new-to-you items at $5, https://lu.ma/e39c9zu
Green River Glass Show & Sale
Feb 22, 9am-4pm early-to mid-century glass, jewelry, art pottery, collectibles, Free Glass ID (limit 2 items) jewelry restore & repair, Admission $5 (benefits charity) Kent Commons 525 4th Ave in Kent, 206-406-7773.
Eagle Festival
Jan 31-Feb 1, celebrate the eagles returning in winter to Stillaguamish River with guided tours, speakers, demos, live music, art show, horse-drawn wagon, Arlington area https://www.arlingtonwa.gov/eaglefest
Free Thursday Night Events at TAM
Thursdays 5-8pm (check holiday closures), after hours FREE ADMISSION come to enjoy special programs, artmaking, entertainment, exhibition viewing, cafe open until 6pm, includes 1st & 3rd Thursday Sewing & Crafts Workshops; 2nd Thursdays dance in the museum with free class; 2nd Thursdays life drawing; more info at www.tacomaartmuseum.org
Genealogy Help with Eastside Genealogical Society
Wednesdays, 1-3pm; get your genealogy questions answered with one-on-one help with a volunteer. This is a one hour appointment for an individual. Please register. EGS will send you an email with a Zoom link at least one hour before your appointment. https://bit.ly/KCLS_Genealogy
Skandia Dance
First and Third Friday dances with live music $10-$15; 7:30-10:30pm Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W in Lynnwood, www.skandia-folkdance.org.
Sno-King International Folk Dance Club
Wednesdays 7-9pm (lesson at 7:30) ,except for New Year's Day which is from 2:00-4:00pm ; Second Saturdays 7-9pm party. Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood, $8., 425-610-9393, www.sno-king.org.