For adults. Prompted by Georgia O’Keefe’s flower watercolors, draw a close-up image of a flower of your choice. Learn several watercolor pencil dry and wet blending techniques. Class facilitated by Gloria Garcia. SilverKite Community Arts offers online inter-generational workshops, talks, social hours and performances FREE for KCLS patrons. We hope that by offering these opportunities,More
For adults. Presented by Susan Watters, Certified Senior Advisor and Senior Housing Specialist with Silver Age Housing and Care Referrals, a local referral agency based out of Issaquah. Explore essential insights and practical advice, unraveling the complexities of aging and caregiving. Equip yourself with valuable tools and resources to navigate this journey alongside your parentsMore
For adults. Sanctuary is a sacred place to retreat for nurturing, healing and peace. In this workshop, create a collage of a place or space you can visit whenever you need to refresh, renew or reenergize. SilverKite Community Arts offers online inter-generational workshops, talks, social hours and performances FREE for KCLS patrons. We hope thatMore
For adults. Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the full emancipation of African American enslaved people. Multi-genre guest artists will share the history of Juneteenth and its lasting impact through storytelling, music, movement and reflection. Come for community building and thoughtfulness in celebration of this special holiday. SilverKite Community Arts offers online inter-generational workshops,More
A monthly gathering for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. Held every third Tuesday (starting March 19, 2024) from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Location is Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria, 15600 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98008 Let us know if you're joining or if you have questions. Contact us by messaging hereMore
Take the stress out of de-cluttering and downsizing with easy steps and practical advice for a successful transition. During this event, you will hear from expert speakers who’ll share tips and techniques to help simplify the process so you can live large with less stuff!
CBD has become a popular natural remedy for many common ailments. It can be found in a variety of products including dietary supplements, bath soaks, drinks, and food. But is it the right choice for you? In this presentation, brought to us in partnership with the UW School of Pharmacy, we will discuss trends inMore
For adults. Talk about various romance book cover tropes including the clinch, only the torso and illustrated. Also discuss the history of romance covers and what trends are new. Love to read romance or want to try it out? Join other readers and a librarian in exploring new and diverse romance books. Please register atMore
Come celebrate the opening of our newest art show, “The Fine Print,” a showcase of the art of printmaking in all its various forms from intaglio etching, linocut, woodblock, monotype, chine colle, letterpress, collagraphy, dry point, and mixed media. This show will be featuring artists locally and internationally, as well as University House Wallingford residentMore
For adults. Presented by Kin On, providing healthcare solutions and aging services for Asian elders at https://kinon.org. Improve your balance by participating in an evidence-based, adapted Tai Ji Quan program. The benefits include improved muscle strength, balance, flexibility and mobility as well as a reduced risk of falls. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Explore the many colors of nature and learn how to create pigments and paints from nature! Discuss local ecology and responsible foraging. Leave with a sampling of watercolor paints that we make together during class. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults and teens. Collaborate with IndigiQueer artist Eileen Jimenez (Ñätho) to create artwork that reflects our experiences and relationships with Land and to Indigenous joy through linocut. Practice printmaking from pre-carved blocks and watercolor to co-create art. Registration not required.