Community Events

NWCCA’s Collaboration with Seattle’s Town Hall will return in October!

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.

Moments That Matter: Cognitive Change Series: July 7, 14, 23, and 28
A Free Four-Week Series from North Shore Health & Wellness Center
Moments That Matter provides a supportive space to learn about early memory loss, explore practical caregiving strategies, and connect with others navigating a similar journey. This series is designed for anyone who wants to better understand memory loss, including individuals experiencing early memory changes, family members, care partners, and friends seeking knowledge, support, and resources. Click here for details.

Doomscrolling Detox: Finding Your Balance in the Digital Age
Wednesday, August 5, 4 – 5 PM, Humanities Washington Presentation
Lifelong journalist and media educator T. Andrew Wahl breaks down the key developments that have led to our current information landscape and, more importantly, offers concrete tips to help attendees develop a healthier relationship with their information diet. Click here to learn more and to register.

Coffee and Creativity
First Fridays, August 7, September 4, 11 AM – 1 PM
Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Avenue, Seattle
Enjoy a morning of coffee, conversation, guided gallery exploration, and hands-on art making in the studio, led by professional teaching artists. Each month focuses on a new exhibition-inspired theme. Registration is now open. Please complete the Coffee & Creativity Private Group interest form. A member of the Creative Aging team staff will follow up with scheduling details and payment information. For a complete list of Creative Aging activities at the Frye, click here.

Summer Garden Discovery Program
Fridays, August 7, Sept. 4, 10:30 – 11:30 AM, The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia Street, Seattle
Click the date links for more information and to register.
Discover changes through the season, engage in horticultural activities, engage in nature-based projects, and learn about this public “memory garden,” created for people living with dementia and their families. Offered for free in partnership with UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center and Seattle Parks and Recreation. RSVP by calling 206-297-0875. A conversation with the Dementia-Friendly Recreation Specialist required for first-time participants. Please email Tamara Keefe.

Civic Coffee: Social Connectivity
Tuesday, August 25, 1 – 2 PM
Wallingford Community Senior Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave, Seattle or Online
Explore ways to reduce social isolation and strengthen meaningful relationships in your community. Civic Coffee events provide an opportunity for older adults and community members to come together, engage in meaningful conversations, and connect with valuable resources. Presented by Age Friendly Seattle. Questions? E-mail agefriendly@seattle.gov.

In-Person Offerings at Greenwood Senior Center

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

Fun with Poetry
Fridays through August 21, 11 AM – 12 PM
Respond to poetry, song lyrics, stories, and imagery with writing, sharing, and a little art! You don’t have to be a poet or writer to join. You can write poems or not. There are no wrong ways to write. All levels welcome! Give yourself an hour a week for six weeks to let your creativity run free and be pleasantly distracted from the world outside. Register by calling 206-297-0875.

Urban Wildlife Talk with Common Ground Wildlife
Friday, July 24, 1 – 2 PM
Dr. Sam Kreling formerly ran the Seattle Coyote Study and now runs Common Ground Wildlife, a new non-profit that aims to help the greater Seattle area coexist with wildlife through education and outreach, research, and disease monitoring. Learn about our local coyotes, raccoons, and river otters, bust common misconceptions, discuss common conflicts, and provide solutions and preventative measures to help create healthy urban ecosystems that benefit both wildlife and people. RSVP by calling 206-297-0875.

Responding to a Cardiac Arrest: Hands-Only CPR for Seniors
Wednesday, July 29, 1 – 2 PM
This class will teach participants how to respond to a person experiencing a cardiac arrest using the American Heart Association’s Hands-Only CPR steps and an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Concerns and questions seniors may have surrounding cardiac arrest response will be addressed (such as physical abilities, use of technology, etc.), with the opportunity for simulation if participants desire. No formal certification will be earned. Space is limited. Registration required. Call 206-297-0875 or email Ariel.

Summer Blood Drive
Friday, July 31, 9 AM – 5 PM
Bloodworks Northwest is in need of donations to supply local hospitals. We encourage you to make an appointment to donate blood at the Greenwood Senior Center this summer. Please make appointments as soon as possible. Same-day appointments will be available. Your commitment helps ensure local patients receive lifesaving care—because the need for blood doesn’t take a summer break! To make an appointment or search for donation opportunities at other locations, click here or call 800-398-7888.

Camp Greenwood at GSC
For everybody for whom summer always equaled “camp,” or for those who always wanted to go, GSC does its own version for one week every year. Come to one or every event! Registration required. RSVP for all events by calling 206-297-0875 or emailing Ariel B.

• Bean Mosaic
  Monday, August 17, 1 – 2 PM; $5 PNA Members, $7 Public
  A staple at state fairs, bean mosaics only require a board, beans, and some glue. Follow easy patterns or create your own design. Space is limited.
• Tie-Dye Event
  Tuesday, August 18, 10 AM – 12 PM; $6 PNA Members, $8 Public
  The Phinney Village is hosting its annual (and popular) Camp Greenwood tie-dye event. Tie-dye is a resist dyeing technique that results in fun multi-colored patterns. No one piece comes out looking the same! Dress for potential messiness and bring up to three cotton items: t-shirt, apron, socks, tote bags, etc.
• Macrame Plant Holders
  Wednesday, August 19, 10:30 AM – 12 PM, Free
  Learn how to make your own, easy Macramé plant holder! All supplies included.
• Field Day
  Wednesday, August 19, 1 – 2 PM, Free
  Participate in multiple high-fun, low-impact activities. Win prizes! Earn the respect of your peers!
• Whittling for Beginners
  Thursday, August 20, 1 – 2 PM; $6 PNA Members, $8 Public
  Join Memory Loss Program Social Worker Kristen Oshyn for this entry-level whittling workshop. Complete a simple project and leave with the skills to create items from your imagination at home. No experience necessary.
• Talent Show and Ice Cream Sundae Bar
  Friday, August 21, 1 – 2 PM, Free
  Bring your talents of all sorts. Show your art, read your poetry, play us a song, serenade us, regale us with a favorite true story, perform a skit, befuddle us with a magic trick – the stage is yours! They’ll have a sundae bar too (putting together the perfect sundae is actually kind of a talent in itself).

Forest Therapy
Thursday, August 20, 1 – 3 PM, Discovery Park
Suggested donation $5-20/person.
Forest Therapy is immersion into nature that invites you to connect with the environment through all five senses. Benefits include a reduction in stress levels and blood pressure and an increase in calm and connection. Walks led by a certified guide from Cascadia Forest Therapy. Register by calling 206-531-0061 or emailing Teresa Tam.

Speed Friending for Men ages 60+
Tuesday, August 25, 1 – 3 PM; $10
Interested in meeting other men in your community and making new friends? Speed Friending is a fun and fast-paced way to meet new people in a way that dissolves awkward social barriers. Register by calling 206-531-0061 or emailing Teresa Tam.

Dance Performance and Workshop with Rang Rasiya
Wednesday, August 26, 1 – 2 PM, Free but donations appreciated
A high-energy dance performance followed by an interactive workshop that celebrates the vibrancy and cultural roots of Indian Folk Dance, Garba, and Dandiya. The performance showcases dynamic choreography inspired by traditional Indian folk styles, blending rhythm, coordination, and expressive movement. The workshop offers participants an opportunity to learn foundational steps, understand the cultural significance of the dance forms, and engage in a fun, inclusive group experience suitable for all skill levels. 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.

• Care Plans
  Friday, August 7, 12:30 – 2 PM
  Lake Forest Park Library, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park
  What plans have you put in place if you need care, either temporarily or long-term? What about insurance? Home modifications? Who could you rely on to help? Who have you shared these with? You’ll identify a basic outline for yourself.
• Writing Your 10-Word Memoir
  Thursday, August 13, 2 – 3:30 PM
  Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Avenue NW, Shoreline
  Whether or not you’ve ever considered writing a book-length memoir, this is a fun exercise. We’ll have a general discussion about what’s been important, tragic, funny, or illuminating in your life. All responses are correct—it’s your life, after all!

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

• Exploring Zoom
  Wednesday, August 5, 2 – 3 PM
  Go beyond joining a Zoom meeting and learn how to host, how to use visual effects, backgrounds, and other features.
• PC Maintenance for Beginners: Basics to Keep Your Machine Fit
  Wednesday, August 12, 2 – 3 PM
  Learn basic steps for checking and maintaining PC health, some impacts of Windows 11, and considerations for replacing or repairing.

First Tuesday Book Group
Tuesday, August 4, 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, August 5, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
This month’s book: It’s Elementary by Elise Bryant
This bimonthly virtual book group focuses on reading, discussing, and amplifying books written by authors of color. New members are always welcome. Click here to learn more and to register.

This Book Group is Queer
Tuesday, August 11, 6 – 7:30 PM
This month’s theme: Sapphic with Swords! 
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.

Rent Smart
A visiting attorney from the Tenant Law Center may be available during presentations for general legal information. Legal aid resources are shared during the presentations as well. Click the title links to learn more and to register.
Join Solid Ground tenant counselors to learn about:

• Pests and Infestations
  Wednesday, August 12, 3 – 4:45 PM
  How to report a pest problem to your landlord.
  Tenants’ rights when there are pests in rental housing, and what recourse you have.
  The process to request that your landlord handle pest problems.
  Landlords’ responsibilities under the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.
• Learning the Basics
  Wednesday, August 26, 5 – 6:45 PM
  Landlord duties under the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.
  Tenants’ responsibilities while living in a residential rental.
  Understanding repair issues and the process to request repairs.
  How to end or break your lease under state laws.

Cook’s Book Group
Wednesday, August 19, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Simple Goodness: No-Fuss, Plant-Based Meals Straight from Your Pantry by Makini Howell
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: August 19, 6:30 – 7:45 PM (no session in July)
August selection: East of Eden by John Steinbeck
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.

Online Death Café
Tuesday, September 1, 6 – 7 PM
An informal, gently facilitated gathering for those who wish to discuss and learn more about topics related to death and dying. We live in a death-phobic society where these conversations are often avoided. Bringing the topic into the light creates an opportunity to share experiences, questions, and concerns. It can increase awareness and personal agency, to reduce fear and suffering at the end of life – both for those who are leaving, and those who remain. Click here to learn more and to register.

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 Special Events calendar.
Call (206) 461-7825 or email for more information.

End of Life Paperwork Coaching & Support
First Thursday of the month, 6 – 8 PM: August 6
Looking for an opportunity to complete your end-of-life paperwork in community? Come with your questions and goals, and work on them together! Led by Denise Malm. Free, drop-ins welcome!

Frye Art Museum Outing — Guided Tour
Wednesday, July 29, 1 – 3 PM
$6 members; $8 non-members
The museum’s collection of oil paintings reflects the distinctive vision of the its founders and celebrates late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century European and American art. Their collection has grown over the years to explore contemporary works and embrace previously underrepresented perspectives and forms of expression. RSVPs required. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

Cinema Termite Presents: Citizen Kane
Wednesday, August 5, 1:30– 3 PM
When a reporter is assigned to decipher newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane‘s (Orson Welles) dying words, his investigation gradually reveals the fascinating portrait of a complex man who rose from obscurity to staggering heights. Released in 1941 by RKO as a Mercury Theater Production, “Citizen Kane” is inspired by the life of William Randolph Hearst.

MOHAI Outing
Thursday, August 6, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
$4 members; $6 non-members
The Museum of History and Industry is one of only eight venues across the country that will host the Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation this summer. Featured documents include the Original Engraving of the Declaration of Independence (1823), the Treaty of Paris, the Bill of Rights, and more. RSVPs required. (206) 461-7825 or email.

Set in Seattle Presentation
Tuesday, August 18, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
From Tugboat Annie to Sleepless in Seattle, Seattle has a long history as a place to set a story, film a story, or even both! A talk about the legacy Seattle has left on film, what it says about our city, what it leaves out, and explore Seattle through the lens of how the rest of the world sees us. RSVPs appreciated. Call (206) 461-7825 or email.

Arts in the Garden Outing to Bellevue Botanical Garden
Friday, August 28, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
$5 members; $7 non-members
Along with their always beautiful cultivated gardens and collections, discover 25 unique artists and a wide variety of 3-D garden art among the flowerbeds and woodlands. RSVPs required. (206) 461-7825 or email.

On-going Events & Programs

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, August 19, 6:3- – 7:45 PM, Free
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.

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.