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You Can Draw (Yes, You Can!)
<p>Tuesdays, June 6 - August 15, 9:30-11:30 am </p><p>Location: Room G07 </p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17172?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true">Register online</a> or call 319-356-5220 </p><p>Instructor: Garth Conley </p><p>Learn about observation and drawing what you see rather than what you think you see. This class explains how to see things as basic shapes and turn those shapes into drawings, how light works and how to draw it, and how to create that illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface. We will explore some different drawing techniques in a variety of projects. Repeat students welcome. </p><p>Required text: Your Artist's Brain, Carl Purcell (2010). Suggested materials: Ebony or other drawing pencils, white vinyl eraser, kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener, 14 X 17 drawing pad. If you already have materials, bring what you have. Fee: $60; pay instructor. Membership required. </p> 2023-04-26 11:30:00 -0500
6/06/239:30 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Advance Care Planning Workshop
<p><strong>Tuesday, June 6, 2:00-4:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty</strong></p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17192?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220</strong></p><p><em>Instructors: Emily Edrington, Mary McCall</em></p><p>We can't predict when a sudden illness or injury could leave us unable to communicate or make decisions. Learn how to talk about and document your health care preferences to ensure that your family, friends, and health care team know what's important to you and your wishes are honored.</p> 2023-05-03 16:00:00 -0500
6/06/232:00 p.m.Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw HouseNorth Liberty -
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Build Your Own Personal Disaster Plan - June 7
<ul><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Wednesday, June 7, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm</span></strong></li></ul><p><strong>Location: Room 311</strong></p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17160?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220</strong></p><p><em>Host: Staff and Students with the University of Iowa's Department of Public Health</em></p><p>Have you thought about becoming better prepared for disasters but don’t know where to start? Sit down with trained interventionists from the UI College of Public Health who will help you build a plan that suits your needs at no cost using the Disaster PrepWise tool. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome.</p> 2023-05-03 16:00:00 -0500
6/07/239:00 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Queer Elders- June 7
<p><strong>Wednesdays, June 7, 21, 2:00-3:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 307</strong></p><p>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> 2023-04-28 15:00:00 -0500
6/07/232:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
ICSC Community Open House: Here To Stay!
<p>Thursday, June 8, 4:00-7:00 pm</p><p>Iowa City Senior Center</p><p>The Senior Center is here to stay! We asked and you answered—ICSC will be renovating our historic downtown building over the next few years to ensure our Senior Center remains an inviting and appealing place for older adults to stay active, curious, and connected for many years to come. Come in and stay awhile to get a glimpse of current programs and classes, see the spaces that will be renovated, connect with resources, explore services, enjoy refreshments, and connect with new people.</p> 2023-04-24 19:00:00 -0500
6/08/234:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Traditional Social Dance
<p><strong>Saturday, June 10, 5:00-8:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Robert A Lee Recreation Center - Social Hall</strong></p><p>Our dances are great for beginners as there is no fancy footwork to learn; the caller tells us what to do and other dancers can help if you get mixed up. Bring a friend or come alone—there are always plenty of people to dance with! Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This is a combination of the English Country Dance and Barn Dance groups. New people are always welcome. All dances are free of charge and open to all.</p> 2023-04-28 20:00:00 -0500
6/10/235:00 p.m.Robert A. Lee Community Recreation CenterIowa City -
Death Café - June 12
<ul><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Monday, June 12, 12:00-1:00 pm</span></strong></li><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Location: Room 308</span></strong></li></ul><p>A Death Café is a safe place for people to talk about death in order to make the most of life. New people are encouraged to join anytime. This is not a bereavement support group or grief counseling session. For more information on the purpose of this group, visit deathcafe.com or contact Michelle Buhman at 319-356-5222.</p> 2023-05-01 13:00:00 -0500
6/12/2312:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Book Report - June 13
<ul><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tuesday, June 13, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm</span></strong></li></ul><p><strong>Location: Room 305</strong></p><p><em>Facilitator: Cheryl Walsh</em></p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an informal round table discussion and sharing of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your favorite author, old or new, best sellers or classics, fiction, non-fiction, short stories, or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone who is interested in finding new authors while exploring the abundance of reading opportunities in our City of Literature is welcome.</p> 2023-04-28 12:00:00 -0500
6/13/2310:30 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Voices of Experience
<p><strong>Tuesdays, Thursdays, June 13 - August 17, 1:00-2:30 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Assembly Room</strong></p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17151?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220</strong></p><p><em>Director: Jon Ranard</em></p><p>The Voices of Experience, the Iowa City Senior Center's mixed-voice, non-auditioned choral ensemble, is a delightful group of musicians representing every skill level and background who are also members of the Iowa City Senior Center. Founded in 1982, this fun and variety-filled ensemble shares music from a multitude of sources. From Handel to holiday favorites, country to swing, traditional folk music to pop and Broadway standards, a concert by the Voices of Experience promises something for everyone. Join us on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons as we rehearse, learn, laugh, and enjoy ourselves and the whole creative process. Memorization is not required. Fee: $25; pay at registration. Low-income discounts are available; contact Michelle Buhman at 319-356-5222 or michelle-buhman@iowa-city.org. Membership required.</p> 2023-04-26 14:30:00 -0500
6/13/231:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Know Your Streaming Options
<p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><strong>Wednesday, June 14, 10:30-11:30 pm</strong></span><strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></strong></p><p><strong><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Location: Hybrid (Room 302 & Zoom)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></strong></p><p><strong><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17188?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Register online</span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> or call 319-356-5220</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"><strong> </strong></span></p><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><em>Instructor: Olivia Waller, ICPL staff</em></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">If you're overwhelmed by all of the streaming video options out there, join us for an overview of the major services including Netflix, Prime, Hulu, Disney+, HBO, and AppleTV+. We'll cover pricing, plans, and an overview of the content on each platform so you can “cut the cable” with confidence. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> 2023-04-28 23:30:00 -0500
6/14/2310:30 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Queer Elders - June 21
<p><strong>Wednesdays, June 21, 2:00-3:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 307</strong></p><p>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> 2023-04-28 15:00:00 -0500
6/21/232:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Death Café - June 26
<ul><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Monday, June 26, 12:00-1:00 pm</span></strong></li><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Location: Room 308</span></strong></li></ul><p>A Death Café is a safe place for people to talk about death in order to make the most of life. New people are encouraged to join anytime. This is not a bereavement support group or grief counseling session. For more information on the purpose of this group, visit deathcafe.com or contact Michelle Buhman at 319-356-5222.</p> 2023-05-03 13:00:00 -0500
6/26/2312:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -