Community Events

NWCCA’s Collaboration with Seattle’s Town Hall
It Takes a Village: Aging in Place

Monday, Feb. 9, 7:30 PM, The Wyncote NW Forum, Town Hall Seattle
Join Rebecca Crichton, Executive Director of NWCCA, with Denise Klein, Chris Alin, and Rebecca Fogarty from the Aging in Place Villages in our region to discuss their organizations. The Village Movement helps people age in place, providing an alternative to leaving their homes as they age. Villages are community-based, nonprofit, grassroots organizations formed through a cadre of caring neighbors who want to change the paradigm of aging. It’s all about neighbors caring for neighbors! Learn why they say: “If you’ve seen one village, you’ve seen one village!”

Virtual and Live Offerings in the Larger Community

Look Again: Early Stage Memory Loss Guided Art
First Fridays, 10 – 11 AM
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, 550 Winslow Way E
While these facilitated art discussions are designed for participants with early stage memory loss and their care partners, all are welcome. Look Again uses a combination of Visual Thinking Strategies and other facilitation techniques to support an engaging and accessible discussion. Prior registration not required. Email with questions. Click here for all of BIMA’s Creative Aging offerings.

S.O.A.R. (Shared Outdoor Adventures for Resilience)
Thursdays, 10:30 AM – 1 PM, The Memory Hub
February 19; March 19; April 16; May 21
Free monthly small group hikes and other outdoor adventures for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another dementia before age 65, alongside a family member or friend. Hikes are up to 3 miles, easy to moderate, and within a 1-hour drive of Seattle. Optional van transportation available from Jefferson Community Center on Seattle’s Beacon Hill, or meet at the trailhead. A program of the UW Memory & Brain Wellness Center, with hikes led by a Lifelong Recreation Specialist from Seattle Parks and Recreation. Email Marigrace Becker or call her at 206-543-2440. Space is limited, and advance registration is required.

Meet Me at the Movies
Thursday, February 5, 2 – 3 PM, Frye Art Museum
704 Terry Avenue, Seattle
View and discuss clips of movies that explore the myriad emotions that accompany being in love with something or someone, including The Carol Burnett Show (1967–1978), an epic scene between Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers from Irving Berlin’s musical comedy film Top Hat (1935), actress Meryl Streep demonstrating Julia Child’s love of cooking in Julie & Julia (2009), and finally a clip from the popular seasonal romcom Love, Actually (2003). Click here to learn more and to register.

Platforms for Protest: When Black Athletes Speak Up
Saturday, February 14, 2 – 3 PM, Humanities Washington Presentation
Explore the historic and contemporary protests led by Black athletes, and examine the definitions, objectives, and strategies employed in the African American community. Presented by LaToya Brackett, an associate professor of African American studies at the University of Puget Sound, where she also serves as a member of the leadership team for the Race & Pedagogy Institute. Click here to learn more and to register.

In-Person Offerings at Greenwood Senior Center

Unless indicated, events are free and held at GSC.
525 N. 85th Street, Seattle

UW Science Outreach Program Presentation
Friday, January 30, 1 – 3 PM
Join University of Washington graduate student fellows as they present on a variety of frontier science topics.  RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

Black History Month Movie Series
Tuesdays, Feb. 3, 17 & Feb. 24, 1 – 3 PM, Free
Join the GSC in celebrating Black History Month with a three-week series of movies focused on the Black American experience. Please RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

  • Feb. 3: 10,000 Black Men Named George (2002)
    Labor organizers face racism and corruption in a battle to unionize railway porters.
  • Feb. 17: Red Tails (2012)
    The story of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African-American pilots to fly in a combat squadron during World War II.
  • Feb. 24: Respect (2021)
    This biopic follows Aretha Franklin’s career, from a child singing in her father’s church choir to her international superstardom. A remarkable true story of the music icon’s journey to find her voice.

AARP Tax Assistance
Fridays, 9 AM – 4 PM, February 6 – April 10
Once you have compiled all the necessary paperwork to complete your return, schedule an appointment with the AARP volunteer tax preparers. While this service is free (such a bargain!), donations to the GSC are appreciated. Call to schedule your appointment: 206-297-0875.

Tea and Love Songs with MJ
Wednesday, February 11, 1 – 2 PM, Free
Join GSC Director MJ Jurgensen for an afternoon humming along to your favorite classic love songs while enjoying tea and treats. Enjoy the sultry sounds of Elvis Presley, Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, and perhaps a few contemporary tunes as well. RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

Lunar New Year Traditions Discussion
Wednesday, February 18, 1 – 2:30 PM, Free
Tea and treats, and a chat about lunar new year’s traditions (especially your own). RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 21, 1 – 4 PM; Phinney Center Campus
6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle
Celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Horse and enjoy free arts and crafts, paper lantern decorating ($5), LQ Lion Dancers, a bake sale, food trucks, and a marketplace representing local Asian small businesses and makers. 

Can Medicaid Help Pay for Long-Term Care?
Wednesday, February 25, 1 – 2 PM
Long-term care costs can be daunting, and many people find they need Medicaid to help cover the expense. Learn how Medicaid can be used to help cover the cost of long-term care and the complex rules around it. Elder law attorney and Medicaid planner, Angela Macey-Cushman, will give a presentation with time for a Q&A at the end. RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

Virtual Offerings from King County Library System (KCLS)

Wisdom Cafés provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues affecting all people, as we grow. Registration not required.

  • Navigating Ambiguity
    Thursday, February 12, 2 – 3:30 PM; Facilitated by NWCCA ED Rebecca Crichton
    Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Avenue NW, Shoreline
    Learning to see things as both/and instead of either/or gives us better options for managing our lives. How do you manage uncertainty?
  • Risk
    Friday, February 13, 12:30 – 2 PM; Facilitated by NWCCA Board President Dori Gillam
    Lake Forest Park Library, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park
    When have you taken risks in the past? What kinds of risks have you taken – physical? Emotional? Financial? How do you view risk as you age?

Tech Programs with Bridget of GentleTechHelp.com
Click the title links to register.

First Tuesday Book Group
Tuesday, February 3, 7 – 8 PM
New members are always welcome! Click here for the October 2025 through September 2026 reading list. Click here to register.

Well Read Book Group
Wednesday, February 4, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
February’s book: Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray
This bimonthly virtual book group focuses on reading, discussing, and amplifying books written by authors of color. Discussion questions are available by email request. New members are always welcome. Click here to register.

This Book Group is Queer
Tuesday, February 10, 6 – 7:30 PM
This month’s theme: Epistolatory
Find conversation and community in a lively LGBTQIA+ book chat! New members are always welcome. Bring your own book or check out their recommendations. In partnership with Charlie’s, Seattle’s queer bookstore committed to creating community connections through LGBTQIA+ literature. Click here to learn more and to register.

Eating for Optimal Brain Health
Wednesday, February 11, 6 – 7 PM
Explore the science behind nutrition, cognitive performance, and brain aging, separating evidence from hype. Learn how specific dietary patterns and nutrients influence memory, focus, and long-term brain health, and discover practical, research-backed strategies to help reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Click here to learn more and to register.

Cook’s Book Group
Wednesday, February 18, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Everyday Cook by Alton Brown
Try making one or more recipes of your choice from this month’s cookbook! Send a photo of your finished dish or dishes to the librarian host along with brief comments about your experience. Click here to learn more and to register.

Reading the Classics Book Group
Third Wednesdays: February 18, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
This month: Passing by Nella Larsen
What makes a classic a classic, and how can reading books from the past help us better understand our future? This book group will read books that have endured the test of time, as well as those that may have been overlooked during their author’s lifetime. Click here to register. Click here for a list of this year’s books.

Aging Well Learning Community
Saturday, February 21, 11:15 AM – 1:30 PM
An open-learning community dedicated to aging well with consciousness, courage, and contribution. New members are always welcome. You do not need to have read the book to participate in the discussion. Click here to learn more and to register for this month’s session.

In-Person Offerings at North East Seattle Together (NEST)

NEST Office, Fireside Room, 8008 35th Ave NE, Seattle
Non-member $5 – $10 sliding scale fee per event. Registration is recommended.
Click here for complete monthly calendar.

  • Storytime Feature: New Beginnings
    Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1 – 2 PM
    Member and volunteer Mary Giles brings her signature humor and heartfelt storytelling to this special Storytime feature. Mary will act out unlikely—but completely true—stories of people who, even in moments of discouragement, found surprising new beginnings. Registration is recommended.
  • Author Talk: Deep in the Woods
    Thursday, Feb. 12, 1 – 2:30 PM
    Bryan Johnston, local author and 11-time Emmy Award-winning writer/producer, will share insights from his book Deep in the Woods, which highlights the 1935 kidnapping of George Weyerhaeuser and describes the investigation as a “Hollywood thriller with multiple twists and a shocking ending.”
  • A New Year of Great Reads with Third Place Books
    Thursday, Feb. 19, 1 – 2:30 PM
    Booksellers extraordinaire from Third Place Books will share their favorite and hottest picks to inspire your next great read. From page-turning fiction to thoughtful nonfiction, they’ll highlight titles worth adding to your nightstand.
  • Novels with a Heart for Justice
    Thursday, Feb. 26, 1 – 2:30 PM
    Dorothy Van Soest has worn many hats—writer, social worker, teacher, activist, professor, and university dean—but the role she loves most is that of novelist. Until It’s Over, her sixth novel and fourth Sylvia Jensen mystery, explores healing from lifelong trauma through truth and action, weaving together political tension, investigative journalism, and personal relationships.

In-Person Offerings at Wallingford Community Senior Center

Unless indicated, events are free and held at WCSC.
4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 140, Seattle
Click here for complete monthly calendar.
Call (206) 461-7825 or email for more information.

Cinema Termite Presents Dirty Dancing
Wednesday, February 4, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
1987 American romantic drama dance film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey about letting go of strict societal norms and letting the music embrace you.

Demystifying Your Medical Bills
Thursday, February 6, 2 – 3:30 PM
This session will help you understand billing paperwork, learn how to identify errors and get them corrected when they occur, and avoid paying unnecessary bills. Presented by a long-time Seattle resident who recently retired from a career developing and supporting healthcare software systems. RSVPs required. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

Wrinkles in Time Performance: Interactive Improv Plus
Friday, February 13, 2:30 – 3:30 PM; $4 members, $6 non-members
The Wrinkles in Time interactive performance involves skits and stories, movement and sound- all improvised on the spot, using material offered up by YOU, the audience. Sometimes poignant, sometimes amusing, always entertaining. RSVPs appreciated. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

Tech Seminars for Seniors: Password Safety & Storage
Wednesday, February 18, 2 – 4 PM
Join Rajat to learn about practical uses of artificial intelligence in daily life. RSVPs appreciated. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

NW Flower and Garden Festival Outing
Thursday, February 19, 10 AM – 2 PM; $18 members, $20 non-members
Explore over 20 display gardens, various expert-led sessions and hands-on learning activities, and thousands of unique treasures in the garden marketplace. This annual event is perfect for sparking creativity and gathering ideas for beautiful, thriving living spaces. RSVPs required. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

Travel with Anita: Wandering Through Morocco
Tuesday, February 24, 1 – 2 PM
A photographic journey across cultures and landscapes. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

On-going Events & Programs

CPR/First Aid/HIV Certification
Saturday, Feb. 7, 9 AM – 12 PM; Phinney Center Blue Building, Room 7
$60 PNA Members/$70 Public
Learn first aid, infant, child, and adult CPR, HIV and blood-borne pathogens, with a focus on injury prevention and safety. Taught by Ken Norris, a 26-year veteran of the Seattle Fire Department who has taught CPR for 25 years. Modified to meet COVID-19 safety requirements. Certificates issued at the end of class. Click here to reserve your space.

Blood Pressure Readings
Second Wednesdays, 10 AM – 12 PM, Free
Wallingford Community Senior Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 140, Seattle
Ballard Center is at WSCS every 2nd Wednesday, offering blood pressure readings. No appointments required.

End of Life Ready Planning Session
Wednesday, February 18, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Review how to fill out and document a set of Advance Directives, how to choose a Health Care Agent if you can’t speak for yourself, and what choices are legal and accessible to die on your terms in Washington State. Presented by End of Life Washington. Click here to learn more and to register. 

The Gathering Place: In-Person
An early-stage memory loss enrichment program
Thursdays, 1 – 4 PM, Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th Street, Seattle
A weekly enrichment program for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early-stage memory loss (ESML). Not a drop-in group but an ongoing commitment limited to 12 participants. $50 per session. Some scholarships available.  For more information, email or call Kristen Oshyn, MSW, at (206) 297-0875, ext 133.

Ongoing NEST Activities Open to the Public
North East Seattle Together, 8008 35th Ave NE, Seattle
A non-profit grassroots community based on the national “virtual village model.” Check their monthly calendar for ongoing and special events that are open to the community.

Humanities Washington Programs
Humanities Washington holds events and programs led by cultural experts, scholars, and storytellers, who discuss everything from Washington State history to philosophy to current social issues. Click here for their current calendar and to learn more.

Seattle Public Library Arts Access
Two free services for streaming videos: Kanopy and Access. All you need is a library card. You can get one now, for digital access, at spl.org. On Kanopy, you can stream 5 free programs a month. Access is unlimited streaming.

Silver Kite Community Arts
SilverKite teams with the local library systems to offer online intergenerational arts workshops, talks, social hours, and performances for the community. Visit their website for schedules and to learn more.