For adults. Who taught you the most in life or provided the most guidance? Discuss what you learned from your mentors. How could you mentor someone else now, as you continue to age? Registration not required.
For adults. Facilitated by Dori Gillam of the NW Center for Creative Aging. How comfortable are you having conversations about end-of-life issues? Many people don’t want to talk about the subject and are glad when they learn they can. Explore how we can normalize this sensitive topic. Registration not required.
For adults. Explore strategies for having a conversation with aging parents about future care needs. When your loved one needs care, who will care for them and where will they live? Having a plan that is communicated well is key. Presented by Susan Watters, an Occupational Therapist with Silver Age Advisors, a local agency helpingMore
For adults. Facilitated by Dori Gillam of the NW Center for Creative Aging. No matter what age you celebrated at your last birthday, many people think of themselves as younger than their chronological age. What age are you when you think about it and what about that age is significant? Registration not required.
For adults. Join an author event featuring Jon Douglas, a Seattle-based food writer and traveler. After a 15-year career at Microsoft, Jon began publishing SeattleFoodHound.com and has written for USA Today and Frommers Travel. His book, 500 Ways to Eat Like A Local, is a traveler's guide to unique regional foods across the U.S., perfectMore
For adults. The cruising industry is exploding and the fastest growing sector is Expedition Cruising. Set on small ships, passengers explore more remote corners of the world that are inaccessible to larger ships. Find out what expedition cruising is like and get your questions answered in this colorful presentation. Please register at kcls.org.
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. Celebrate the art of shared wisdom at Wisdom Cafes—an inviting haven 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’s topic is The Invisibility of Aging. Do you feel invisible or that you don’t “count?” DiscussMore
For older adults. Discover tailored travel insights for older adults and those journeying with older parents. Benefit from expert advice on healthy travel, volunteer tourism, group travel and cruising. Gain confidence and inspiration for your next adventure, creating cherished memories along the way. Please register at kcls.org.
For older adults. Celebrate the art of shared wisdom at Wisdom Cafes—an inviting haven 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’s topic is Tapping into Gifts and Talents. Do you have skills to offer but onceMore
All ages welcome. Expressions Arts will provide materials and instruction for a photo frame decorating project. Feel free to bring your own project to participate in the crafty atmosphere! Registration not required
For adults. Tell the stories that have preoccupied, amused and defined your family for generations! Essayist Kristen Millares Young will use prompts and discussions to help you plan, write and revise your family stories. Please register at kcls.org.