For teens and adults. Create a unique memory in the Makerspace. Bring your favorite picture book to the library. We will help you record an audio file of you reading your picture book, and then create a keepsake box to house your story, using the laser printer. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Celebrate the art of shared wisdom at Wisdom Cafes, an inviting space for older adults to explore livability issues through lively, facilitated discussions. Delve into various monthly topics, exchanging ideas and opinions in a collaborative atmosphere. This month discuss fear. Share what scares us about aging. What doesn't worry you about aging? HowMore
For adults and teens, grades 8 and older. Meet Darrin Bell, winner of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Cartooning and author of The Talk. In this powerful graphic memoir, Bell shares personal experiences that vividly show some of the ways racism has impacted his life. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Learn more about your Medicare options and get your questions answered. This informative overview covers Medicare parts A, B, C and D. Registration not required.
Kent Senior Activity Center 600 E Smith Street Kent, WA 98030 Find out how to get free eBooks, downloadable audiobooks and more from KCLS! Registration not required.
For adults. Learn tips to improve your safety against digital scams. Presented by Bridget of Gentle Tech Help. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Use slow meditative drawing and free watercolor to calm your mind and body in this relaxing and creative workshop. All supplies provided. Please register at kcls.org.
For adults. Saving can help you be prepared for financial emergencies and begin to plan for the future. Learn where to get free tax help, how to start saving and avoid tax scams. Please register at kcls.org. Also available in Spanish from 3-4pm
When is the “right time” to have the discussion with your loved ones about retirement community options, and how do you start that conversation? In this presentation, we will talk about some of the indicators that it may be time to consider transitioning to a supportive senior community. We will also share some tips onMore
For adults. Delve into the text and contexts of William Shakespeare’s intimate and epic tragedy, Othello. Investigate the language, story, characters, themes and contexts of Shakespeare’s devastating and dynamic story of passionate love, desperate jealousy, illusive honesty, and the differences that bind and divide us. Theatre director and Shakespeare scholar, Leah Adcock-Starr will lead theMore
For adults. Create a positive affirmation painting blending affirming statements and and art. SilverKite Community Arts offers online inter-generational workshops, talks, social hours and performances FREE for KCLS patrons. We hope that by offering these opportunities, we are providing stimulating creative engagement opportunities and social connection. These workshops last approximately one hour. Register at silverkite.us/kcls.
For adults. Learn how to navigate Medicare with Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Program volunteer. SHIBA provides free, unbiased and confidential assistance with Medicare health care choices. Please register at kcls.org.