Upcoming Events at Iowa City Senior Center
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Tremble Clefs
<p><strong>Mondays, October 2 - December 4, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 311 </strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17310" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220 </strong></p><p><em>Instructor: Sun Joo Lee </em></p><p>Tremble Clefs, a therapeutic singing group for individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), caregivers, and family members, will begin rehearsals this fall at the Iowa City Senior Center. Tremble Clefs was founded in Scottsdale, AZ in 1994 and is expanding to Iowa City to engage the PD community in music therapy and social support. The loss of voice, communication difficulties resulting in a decreased volume of voice and lung capacity, and depression are the common symptoms of PD. This weekly program will provide vocal, breathing, and movement exercises that benefit the participants to meet their specific needs in PD and create a supportive and therapeutic environment for the individuals with PD and their caregivers. Sun Joo Lee, a board-certified music therapist and a director of Tremble Clef, AZ, who has been leading the group since 2008, will facilitate the program in Iowa City. We welcome anyone with Parkinson’s, along with their spouse, caregivers, and extended family members. No musical experience or background is required to participate in the program. To learn more, visit www.trembleclefsarizona.org. </p> 2023-09-08 12:00:00 -0500
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Fire Safety for Seniors
<p><strong>Tuesday, October 3, 10:30 am </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302 at the Iowa City Senior Center</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17314" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220 </strong></p><p><em>Presenter: Lieutenant Collin Wellsandt, Iowa City Fire Department Station #3 </em></p><p>According to the National Fire Protections Association, seniors 65 and older carry twice the risk of injury or death in a fire compared with the general population. Don’t be another statistic! This class will cover a variety of important fire safety information you should know along with steps you can take to help reduce your chances of being the next victim. Attendees will also learn the basics needed to select and properly utilize a fire extinguisher in their home, with the opportunity for all to participate in a hands-on live fire extinguisher demonstration at the end. This program is offered in partnership with TRAIL of Johnson County. </p> 2023-09-08 11:30:00 -0500
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International Speed Friendshipping
<p><strong>Tuesday, October 3, 4:00 pm </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Assembly Room</strong></p><p>In honor of the United Nations International Day of Older Persons, celebrated each year on October 1, ICSC will host an afternoon of speed "friendshipping" with an emphasis on making international connections. Everyone is welcome, and we’re extending a special invitation to those who were born outside of the United States or lived abroad for a number of years. Using a speed dating format (but for making friends rather than dating), participants will have a chance to meet and chat with community members, have some fun, and maybe even take the first step in creating new and lasting friendships. The event will start with a group icebreaker activity, shift to timed 1:1 conversations, and wrap up with open socializing and refreshments. </p> 2023-09-08 17:00:00 -0500
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Workshop
<p><strong>Wednesdays, October 4-11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302 at the Iowa City Senior Center</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17315" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220 </strong></p><p><em>Facilitators: Anne Spencer, Diana Henry, Bea Hicks, Paula Vaughan </em></p><p>This workshop will explore social justice issues by providing resources and facilitating discussions to better understand varied life experiences as they relate to white privilege and racism. Our sessions include videos, readings, and discussion to raise awareness of the role of white privilege in society. Participants will reflect on why and how one perceives and reacts to others, explore the effects of systemic racism, identify the impediments to social justice in our community, and consider actions to make a difference. This program is offered by the League of Women Voters of Johnson County in partnership with TRAIL of Johnson County.</p> 2023-09-08 12:00:00 -0500
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Queer Elders
<p>28 S. Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240 </p><p>319-356-5220 </p><p><br></p><p>This is a social group for LGBTQ elders to come together, share stories, and find community. In addition to organizing social activities for members, the group supports the LBGTQ Iowa Archives and Library through collecting oral histories and gathering materials for the archive. For members who have the interest, there are also opportunities for sharing our experiences with the wider community.</p> 2023-08-29 15:00:00 -0500
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Fresh Conversations
<p><strong>Thursday, October 5, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 305 </strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17281" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220 </strong></p><p><strong>Presenter: Linn County Public Health</strong></p><p>In this program you will learn about healthy, affordable meal ideas and how to stay active and have fun. We will also try a tasty recipe. Fresh Conversations is a free education program and friendly group discussion that shares tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well!</p> 2023-09-15 12:00:00 -0500
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