Beginning Drawing

Greg Dugan will be teaching a beginning drawing class from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Thursdays, June 3 through June 24. With the right instruction, materials, and practice anyone can learn to draw. This four-week class will cover materials, techniques and different approaches to creating a drawing from start to finish. The class is open to all skill levels, especially beginners. A list of materials for the class will be given out at the first meeting. The class is by registration only and is limited to 12 students. While in the building masks and social distancing will be required in order to keep everyone safe. The cost for the class is $45. To register and arrangement payment, email Greg at GDuganArt@gmail.com. For more information, call (360 293-7473.

 

Virtual Coffee with Laurie

The Anacortes Senior Activity Center is once again hosting “Coffee with Laurie.” Mayor Gere will be available for a virtual question and answer session from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26. Register in advance for this webinar using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83604257317?pwd=Sk5yZjlBVzdKN3F0QmhxNzZlOTBkQT09. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

 

Wellness Day: Music-Supported Wellness

Have you ever found yourself saying, “Music is my therapy”? Then perhaps you may be interested in joining Mary Feagin, a Board-Certified Music Therapist at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 25, to look at the ways in which music can support your wellness goals. Mary will help you examine different ways, some of which may be surprising, in which music can help you lead a healthier life, overcome pandemic fatigue, and age more gracefully. To join the meeting via Zoom, go to: https://zoom.us/j/96355228430?pwd=dVNOZVMxNGxwTmd5VExMR0xqVDR3Zz09

 

Aging Mastery Starter Kits

Get your own FREE Aging Mastery Program Starter Kit. This self-paced kit can help you take small steps to improve your health and quality of life. It includes a playbook, exercise DVDs, activity cards, and a weekly check-in notepad. Contact Lea DeVere the Senior Activity Center by calling (360) 293-7473.

 

Seated Wellness with Rita Yribar

Rita Yribar is offering a free online chair yoga class via Zoom. These classes will be held every Tuesday from 2 to 3:15 p.m. The class is designed to allow for each person’s physical needs. The class is free, but donations to the ASAC are encouraged. If you have any questions, contact Rita at rita.chairclass@gmail.com.

 

Might as Well Eat Well with Chef Jackie

Chef Jackie sends out recipes for her free virtual gatherings. One group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, and the other meets on the second Saturday of each month. Both groups start promptly at 10 a.m. You will need to obtain your own ingredients and prepare the recipe at home. Email Chef Jackie at chefjackiedavison@gmail.com to receive a Zoom invitation.

 

Meals on Wheels and Pickup Meals

The Meals on Wheels delivery program is still operating out of the Center every Monday through Friday. Meals are also available for pickup at the Senior Activity Center once a week. If you would like to pick up meals, call (360) 293-7473 and ask for the Nutrition staff. To sign up for Meals on Wheels home delivery, call (360) 416-1500.