Calendar of Events
Gentle Tech Presentations (free online via KCLS library)
Sept 3, 2-3pm "Check Out KCLS Website Resources!"; Sept 10, 2-3pm "Use Templates with Style!"; Sept 17, 2-3pm "Digital Decluttering Using Files and Folders"; Sept 24, 2-3pm "AI for Search and Writing | Events | King County Library System" these free online workshops are presented by Bridget of gentletechhelp.com via KCLS
Wallingford Community Senior Center
Sept 3 from 1:30-3:30 free film "The Wizard of Oz"; Sept 4 from 9:30am-12:30pm outing to the Connections Museum all about historical office switches and antique switchboards guided tour $10-$12; Sept 10 from 9am-4pm call for appointment and for what documents to bring for Advanced Legal Planning Clinic; Sept 23 from 2:30-3:30pm free presentation about traveling the Balkans; 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 140 in Seattle, 206-461-7825.
Garden Discovery Program at The Memory Hub
Sept 5 from 10:30am-noon, for people living with dementia and their families to spend time in horticultural activities, in partnership with UW Memory and Brain Wellness and Seattle Parks & Rec, learn more at Garden Discovery Program - Summer - The Memory Hub
Wisdom Cafe: "Gratitude--More Than Counting Blessings"
Sept 11 from 2-3:30pm, Wisdom Cafés provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues affecting all people as we grow, Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, Wisdom Cafe: Gratitude – More Than Counting Blessings
Welcome to Medicare Presentation
September 11, 1-2:30pm, free in-person event hosted by Redmond Senior & Community Center to learn about Medicare options and benefits. Topics include Parts A/B/C/D, enrollment, Medigaps, financial assistance, and avoiding fraud. Register here: https://www.solid-ground.org/events/open-enrollment-9-11-25/ or https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-redmond/shop/activities/6190024
Greenwood Senior Center / Seattle
Sept 16, 10am-3:45pm free Medicare Counseling call to reserve your spot 206-297-0875; Sept 16 from 1-2:30pm Technology Support Group RSVP required 206-531-0061
Northwest Center for Creative Aging at Town Hall: A New Lens on Dementia Care
Sept 15, 7:30pm "A New Lends on Dementia Care" presented by Allyson Schrier with Rebecca Crichton. Schrier supported her spouse with dementia and cofounded Zinnia TV—a streaming service delivering research-backed video content for people living with dementia. 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, $10-$35 sliding scale. For tickets & info: A New Lens on Dementia Care | Town Hall Seattle
End of Life Planning Session
Sept 17, 6:30-7:15pm review how to fill out and document your Advance Directives, choosing a Care Agent if you can't speak for yourself, End of Life Ready Session - End of Life Washington
Wisdom Cafe "Make New Friends and Keep the Old"
Sept 19, 12:30-2pm, Wisdom Cafes provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues as we grow, Lake Forest Park Library, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, Wisdom Cafe: Make New Friends and Keep the Old
Aging Well Learning Community (online and in-person)
Sept 20, 11:15am-1:30pm, open-learning community dedicated to aging well, (you do not have to read the book to participate) Questions? Contact Lindsay Ellsworth at lellsworth@kcls.org or Nancy Walton-House at N_WaltonHouse@msn.com. Aging Well Learning Community |
Falls Prevention Day
Sept 24, 8:45am-3pm FREE program to learn about fall risks and ways to prevent falls, EnhanceFitness, Balance, Hearing & Medication Assessments, free lunch with reservation, 425-333-4142, Sno-Valley Senior Center
Seattle Senior Resource Fair
Sept 30, 11am-2pm, learn about the resources and services available for older adults and their families, 100+ nonprofit organizations and businesses serving seniors in attendance; Hangar 30, Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St, Seattle
In this Do More Feel Better for older adults experiencing symptoms of depression
Free 9-week health program presented by UW designed to help people aged 60+ in Washington manage symptoms of depression, conducted via Zoom or telephone, participants can receive up to $130 in compensation: 206-616-2129 Habits of Outstanding People Flyer
Early Stage Memory Loss Events
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: 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, 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. nestseattle.org
Women’s Group: Growing Older
Fridays led by NEST senior services organization, for more info call 206-525-6378.
Free (or nearly free) Community Events
King County Libraries Author Voices Series
Sept 6-Nov 7 Author Voices events series, free Author Events | King County Library System
Library Book Sale
Sept 6, 11am-5:30pm Bothell Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/688ab6e8b354fd28002e7e14
Free Beginner Scandinavian Dance Classes
Mondays 7-9pm, Sept 8 & 15 at Phinney Neighborhood Center6532 Phinney Ave N in Seattle, then Sept 22-Dec 8 (not Nov 24) at University Heights Center 5031 University Way NE in Seattle (room 209) , singles and couples welcome, bring clean shoes to change into with smooth soles and low flat heels (or they will provide dance socks) questions to lisa@hambo.us
Lake Forest Park Garden Club
Sept 9, 9:15am (club meeting & gab fest), 10:30 speaker Greg Butler discusses gardens and landscapes that don't depend on pesticides and chemical fertilizers, Next month hardy fushsias, Third Place Commons at Bothell and Ballinger Ways NE in Lake Forest Park, attend two meetings for free then dues are $35/year. lfpgc.org
5th Annual Artist Attic Sale
Sept 13th, 10am-3pm, artwork, art supplies, materials, jewelry, seconds and discontinued pieces, Fairview Church, 844 NE 78th St, Seattle, Free plus free parking, nwartalliance.org
Cascadia Art Museum Free Day
Sept 13, 11am-5pm, free event to celebrate 10th anniversary, art-making activities, guided tours, raffles, refreshments, 190 Sunset Ave, Edmonds,
Traditional Visual Art Festival
Sept 13, 1-4pm, celebration of Indian Traditional Art, includes art show, hands-on activities, Bothel Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/688bd4dfb354fd28002ea281
Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale
Sept 14, 9:30am-3pm, this year's theme: "Become A Pollinator Protector" Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main Street, Bellevue
Library Book Sale
Sept 20-21 begins at 11am Shoreline Library https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6799116408738767c12705c2
A Guide to Voting for Judges (online via KCLS)
Sept 24, 6:30-8pm, panel includes moderator, Washington Supreme Court Justice, King County Superior Judge and retired district judge https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6859795ec01d8f9159dd6e07
Mushroom Hunting in the Pacific Northwest
Sept 30, 2-3:30pm, learn how to get started foraging for mushrooms, Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE in Shoreline, registration required: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/6882731beea0f638de3ec852
Seattle Opera Open House
Oct 4, 1-4pm, visitors are invited to tour the Opera Center, enjoy live performances and art exhibits and a variety of free events throughout the day, 363 Mercer Street, Seattle, seattleopera.org/openhouse
Drop-In Technical Assistance
Thursdays, 10:30-11:30am, questions about computer, mobile or software? Bring your own device or use library devices, staff can demonstrate and train but not provide hands-on assistance. Shoreline Library https://1.kcls.org/SH_TechHelp
Free Thursday Night Events at TAM
Thursdays 5-8pm, 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 tacomaartmuseum.org
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, skandia-folkdance.org.
Sno-King International Folk Dance Club
Wednesdays 6:30-7pm beginners class; Weds 7-9pm regular dance; party on Second Saturdays 7-9pm party. Oktoberfest with live music from Folk Voice Duo on Sept. 24. Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood, $8, 425-610-9393, sno-king.org.
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