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stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Complete a Personal & Household Assessment
Develop a Personal Emergency Network
Develop Emergency Information & Gather
Important Documents
Keep a 3-5 Day Supply of Medications & Medical
Supplies
Build an Emergency Supply Kit
NEW CLASSES & EVENTS
For multi-session programs, please register prior
to the first meeting date and plan to attend
from the beginning.
Family Dementia Class
Monday, May 2, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be
challenging, especially when faced with the unknowns
of the disease. This free class, presented by Amber
Buer of Bickford Home Care, will help to offer insight
and support to family caregivers as they adjust to
caring for a loved one with dementia.
Disaster PrepWise
Tuesday, May 3, 1:00-2:00 pm
Location: Assembly Room
Disaster PrepWise (DPW) is an emergency prepared-
ness program developed by the University of Iowa
College of Public Health that consists of five interactive
modules and two additional sections on special topics.
Through engaging in discussions about disaster pre-
paredness and management, a trained interventionist
enters participants’ information into the online tool to
develop a personalized disaster management plan.
The five modules are:
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This program is supported by the the Senior Center,
University of Iowa, Johnson County Public Health, and
TRAIL of Johnson County.
Tuesdays with Tom at 2
Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 2:00-3:15 pm
Location: Zoom
Register for each date online or call 319-356-5220
Presenter: Tom Schulein
Brush up on your local history knowledge on Tuesdays
at 2:00 pm with Tom! Register separately for each
program you wish to attend. Membership required.
Senior Center (28 S Linn St, Iowa City)
Voxman Music Building
Happy Hollow Park (800 Brown St, Iowa City)
Englert Theatre (221 E Washington St, Iowa City)
Robert A. Lee Recreation Center
Secrest 1883 Octagonal Barn
Colonial Lanes (2253 Old Hwy 218 S, Iowa City)
Lower City Park (200 Park Rd, Iowa City)
Midtown Family Restaurant 2
FilmScene at The Chauncey
Mercer Park Aquatic Center
North Liberty Library
Iowa City Public Library (123 S Linn St, Iowa City)
SIGN UP FOR CLASSES!
You can register for most programs online at
icgov.org/senior/registration or call the Senior
Center at 319-356-5220.
Check out our online registration how-to video at
tinyurl.com/SC-onlinereg.
Some programs require you to register with the
instructor or partner organization. In these cases,
details are provided in the program description.
Membership requirements: Current Senior Center
membership is required for some classes. If needed,
this will be noted in the program description.
Fees: Programs are offered without charge unless
otherwise noted. For in-person programs that have
fees, please pay instructors on the first day of class.
For virtual programs with fees, payment details will
be provided at the time of registration or soon after.
Zoom links: For programs held virtually, the Zoom
meeting link and ID/passcode will be provided via
your registration confirmation email.
PROGRAM LOCATIONS:
While the Senior Center is home base for most of our
programs, we also hold many activities at off-site
locations in the area or virtually via Zoom. Currently,
you will find programs and events occurring at:
(93 E Burlington St, Iowa City)
(220 S Gilbert St, Iowa City)
(5750 Osage St SE, West Liberty)
(1069 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City)
(404 E College St, Iowa City)
(2701 Bradford Dr, Iowa City)
(520 W Cherry St, North Liberty)
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Morning session: 9:00-11:00 am
Afternoon session: 12:00-2:00 pm
May session: Wed, May 4-25, 2:30-3:30 pm
June session: Wed, June 1-22, 2:30-3:30 pm
Painting and All 2-D Techniques
Wednesdays, May 4 - June 22
Location: Room G07
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: James Ochs
This class is open to water based oils, acrylic,
watercolor, pastel, and all other 2-D media. Jim Ochs
has a BFA in painting and MA and MFA in printmaking
and has been teaching art at the Senior Center for
more than 30 years. Fee: $80; pay instructor.
Membership required.
Mindfulness Practice Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 am
Location: Room 103 & Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Mindfulness is a way of living that includes paying
attention to what is actually happening now rather
than jumping ahead to the future, being stuck in the
past, or operating on automatic pilot. Accompanied
by attitudes such as curiosity, openness, acceptance,
compassion, and non-judging, this awareness
supports us in responding wisely to whatever comes
up in the present moment. Research suggests the
consistent practice of mindfulness meditation can
positively affect focus, stress resilience, physical and
mental health, interpersonal skills, and overall well-
being. Our weekly group practice incorporates short
readings, guided meditation, gentle movement, and
group discussion, facilitated by willing participants on
a rotating basis. Beginners are welcome, as we are all
perpetual beginners to the present moment.
Basics of Digital Photography
Location: Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Brad Mowrey
Modern DSLR and mirrorless cameras have
dramatically improved since 2010--capable cameras
are now available at affordable prices. This class will
show how to take your camera out of auto mode and
gain more control over your still photos. We'll cover
the roles of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, and
how they interact. We will also cover the topics of
white balance, aspect ratio, crop factors, and focal
distance. The goal is to help you get the most out of
your camera in any situation. This class will not cover
smart phones. Membership required.
5/3: A Story of Iowa’s Counties
Ever wonder why Iowa has so many "box-shaped"
counties? And what about those Spanish names like
Cerro Gordo and Palo Alto? This presentation will
begin with the origin of the county concept in America
and a brief overview of all of the counties in the United
States. The talk will trace how the State of Iowa came
to be, from the Louisiana Purchase to our statehood.
The naming of our counties will be explored and some
interesting tales concerning many of them related.
5/10: A History of Iowa City Golf Courses
Iowa City's first golf course was created in 1900,
making it one of the earliest in the state. It still exists
under a name different from the original. Another golf
course followed, created by a legendary Iowa family.
Other courses soon came about, and today Iowa City
offers golfers a generous selection of courses on
which to play, each challenging different skill levels.
The history of golf in Iowa City will be explored.
5/31: A History of Oakdale
Oakdale was an unincorporated rural residential
village established in 1908 by the State of Iowa as a
statewide treatment center for tuberculosis. Later, it
evolved into an entity with different purposes and was
incorporated into Coralville. Today, it is largely a
technology center. Interesting tales of its early life in
which it served long-term TB patients will be traced.
6/7: Post-WWII Temporary Housing at the
University of Iowa
Many long-term residents of Iowa City will remember
the Quonset huts and barrack buildings that once
graced the University of Iowa campus. The reason for
their establishment and period of existence will be
explored. Some personal stories of some of the
inhabitants will also be related.
6/14: Iowa City Then and Now
This presentation will be offered using photographs of
Iowa City, showing what was present in the past in
contrast with what exists today. A smattering of
images will be drawn upon to compare the "then" to
the "now."
6/21: The Remarkable Irish Family
The family with the surname of Irish played significant
roles in the early history of Iowa City and later
influenced the educational lives of Iowa Citians and
extended their expertise state-wide and beyond. The
members of this family will be explored and an early
Iowa City residence still in existence will be discussed.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Morning session: 10:00-11:30 am
Afternoon session: 1:00-2:30 pm
Friday, May 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
Friday, June 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
May session: Monday, May 9, 10:00-10:30 am
June session: Tuesday, June 21, 10:00-10:30 am
Exegesis Saves: Q, Paul and the Gospels
Thursdays, May 5 - June 9
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Louis DeGrazia
What is the earliest Christian writing we have? Was it
the Gospel of Matthew or Mark, or the letters of Paul?
How many letters did Paul write? Was there a source
available to the Gospel writers which pre-dated their
proclamations? What is Q? [Q, which comes from the
German word Quelle, means Source.] Where does it
come from? Is it a written document? Is it the first
Gospel? Who actually wrote the Gospels? When and
where were they written? How do we reconcile the
inconsistencies and differences in their stories? Can
we write a biography of Jesus using the Gospels? How
do all these questions affect Christian liturgy and
worship? How do they impact Christmas and Easter?
These and many other such questions are in the
balance when we do an exegesis of Paul and the
Gospels. Scholars have been searching and debating
these questions almost frantically. Let's check it out.
Bring your Bible. Register for either the morning or
afternoon session. Membership required.
Death Café
Location: Room 302
Register for each date online or call 319-356-5220
Hosts: Michelle Buhman, Craig Mosher
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.
Responsible and Problem Gambling
Location: Room 308
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Facilitators: Carrie Hough and Kara Hooper, Prelude
Behavioral Services
This short presentation, offered once in May and
repeated in June, is for anyone who wants to educate
themselves on how to be a responsible gambler. We
will give an overview of Iowa's history in gambling,
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discuss three forms of gambling, and differentiate
between responsible and problem gambling. Join us to
learn low-risk guidelines, find support, and explore
resources available to you and your loved ones.
Book Report
Thursdays, May 10 & June 14, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Room 305
Facilitator: Cheryl Walsh
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.
New Horizons Band Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 10, 3:00 pm
Location: Voxman Music Building
The Iowa City New Horizons Band is made up of
musicians who meet and practice at the Senior Center
(or partner locations) on Tuesday and Thursday
mornings. Concert selections range from singable
tunes you will know to cutting edge works that might
surprise you. Join us for an exciting live performance!
How to Speak with your Legislator--Effectively!
Wednesday, May 11, 2:00-3:30 pm
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Presenter: American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa
What's the best way to contact my legislator? How do I
get my message across in the most effective way? Join
us for a workshop on how to craft an effective 'ask' to
your legislator--or any elected official! This interactive
workshop will focus on the topics of unjust policing
and mass incarceration in order to practice this skill.
Connected for Life
Thursdays, May 12 & June 9, 10:00-11:30 am
Location: Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Connected for Life: Object-based Digital Programming
to Foster Active Minds for Senior Living Communities,
is jointly administered by the Stanley Museum of Art,
the Office of the State Archaeologist, UI Pentacrest
Museums, and University Libraries. Join us over zoom
on the 2nd Thursday of each month for a new and
unique program. May's topic will be Art Movements,
from Romanticism to Abstract Expressionism.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
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Write Your Life Story
Fridays, May 13, 27, June 10, 24, 1:00-2:30 pm
Location: Room 308
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Write Your Life Story gathers together persons to write
about the people, places and events that have created
their memories. We encourage and inspire writing
using our own everyday vocabulary, grammar, etc. We
find that writing about the past is a pleasure for
ourselves as much as for others. Authors usually read
their stories for the other writers to listen and offer
supportive, constructive comments to help the story.
Sharing is optional. Membership required.
Traditional Country Dance
Saturdays, May 14 & June 11, 2:00-5:00 pm
Location: Happy Hollow Park
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--we'll have plenty of people to
dance with! Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This
is a combination of the English Country Dance and
Barn Dance groups. Newcomers always welcome.
Family Folk Machine Spring 2022 Concert
Saturday, May 14, 3:00 pm
Location: Englert Theatre
Please join us at the Family Folk Machine's spring
concert, "Sing a Song: To Noisemaking!" The FFM is an
intergenerational, non-auditioned, community-
building choir in which people of all ages enjoy singing
with their neighbors accompanied by a band. After
two years of virtual choir and outdoor choir, this
concert features songs about the joy of singing
together, from Pete Seeger to Earth, Wind, and Fire to
Hozier. The FFM kids will present a puppet shadow
play under the direction of Monica Leo as part of the
performance. The concert is free with donations
accepted; please check the Englert's Covid policies for
updated entry information: englert.org/covid.
Line Dance
Mondays, May 16 - June 27, 3:00-4:30 pm
Location: Assembly Room
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Sherian Piper
Exercise your mind and your body, make new friends,
and have fun! You're welcome to come to any or all
classes as your schedule allows. Membership
required.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Fresh Conversations
Tuesdays, May 17 & June 21, 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: Room 308
Register online or call 319-356-5220
In this program you will learn about healthy affordable
meal ideas, how to stay active and have fun, and 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!
Beginning Level Tai Chi
Wednesdays, May 18 - June 29, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Room G13
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Robin Ungar
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that combines
relaxed, fluid movement with a calm, alert mental
state. It helps develop flexibility, balance and
coordination. A daily practice cultivates health, energy,
and concentration. Beginning students will learn and
practice the fundamental movements and principles
of the Cheng Man Ching (Yang) form. Fee: $50 for 6
weeks; pay instructor. Membership required.
Intermediate Tai Chi
Fridays, May 20 - June 24, 10:30-11:30 am
Location: Room G13
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Robin Ungar
This class serves ongoing students of tai chi and those
with previous experience who wish to re-start a
practice. Classes will work progressively through the
Cheng Man Ching style of the form, applying the basic
principles of tai chi, such as balance, posture, stability,
efficient movement, relaxation and others. Tai Chi is
like an onion--there are always new layers of
understanding and refinement to peel away. It is a
lifelong journey with a multitude of physical and
mental benefits. Fee: $50 for 6 weeks; pay instructor.
Membership required.
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Join the discussion of what is happening nationally
and in Iowa, including this November's referendum
on the proposed constitutional amendment on the
right to bear arms.
Week 1: Our Gun Violence Epidemic: What It Looks
Like and Where It's Headed
We'll take a look at the incidence of gun violence in
the U.S. and Iowa: suicide, homicides, unintended
gun deaths, and injuries, including trends in gun
purchases and gun violence since the advent of the
pandemic. We will look at the public cost of the
epidemic, its impact on law enforcement, and such
issues as the lethality of firearms, ghost guns, etc.
Week 2: The Second Amendment
Over the past quarter century, the argument over the
scope and meaning of the Second Amendment right
to keep and bear arms has become highly content-
ious. What rights are protected by the Second
Amendment, and how has the Supreme Court's
interpretation of that amendment changed over
time? This session will look at the Second
Amendment's origins and groundbreaking Supreme
Court decisions that have had a profound impact on
the firearms policy debate.
Week 3: Viewing Gun Violence as a Public Health
Crisis: Alternative Approaches
Improvements in auto safety standards since the
1940s have steeply reduced deaths per million miles
traveled. A similar public health approach to gun
violence includes limits on who can have a gun,
where and how it can be used, the lethality of
firearms and magazines, firearm safety features, safe
storage, etc. The rise of ghost guns poses a major
public safety issue. The importance of being able to
track firearms is one example of the significance of
data in addressing public health.
Week 4: Gun Sense Issues in Iowa
Polls of Iowa voters indicate strong support for
traditional gun safety laws. Several recent legislative
actions, including in the current session, have eroded
those regulations. A proposed constitutional
amendment, up for public approval on November 8,
2022 would subject "any and all" restrictions on the
right to bear arms to "strict scrutiny" by the courts.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
May session: Saturday, May 21, 1:00-3:00 pm
June session: Sat, June 25, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
May session: Tuesday, May 24, 10:00-10:30 am
June session: Wed, June 15, 10:00-10:30 am
Welcome to Medicare
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Presenters: Roger Jensen, Bob Lower, SHIIP Counselors
This two-hour seminar, offered monthly by Senior
Center SHIIP counselors, provides an overview of
Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the prescription
drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans, and
Medicare supplement insurance. SHIIP, the Senior
Health Insurance Information Program, is a service of
the State of Iowa. SHIIP counselors are trained by the
state and do not sell or promote any insurance
companies, policies, or agents. The Center is a local
sponsor for SHIIP in Johnson County.
Generation Rx: Safe Medication Practices for
Better Health
Location: Room 308
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Facilitators: Carrie Hough and Kara Hooper, Prelude
Behavioral Services
This 20-minute presentation by Prelude Behavioral
Services, offered once in May and repeated in June,
focuses on three main themes: becoming your own
health advocate, learning safe medication practices,
and knowing the risks of medication misuse. It is
designed for the needs of older adults to equip them
with the knowledge of safe medication use. Join us to
learn how to properly dispose of your prescription
medications, tips for reading a prescription label, and
questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist to help
get the most out of your visits.
Our Gun Violence Epidemic: Alternative
Approaches
Wednesdays, May 25 - June 15, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Moderator: Michelle Buhman
Americans are deeply divided on the question of how
to respond to the epidemic of gun violence. What is
not in dispute is that the incidence of death and
injuries by firearms has sharply increased during the
pandemic. Gun rights advocates are concerned about
threats they see to Second Amendment rights; many
gun safety advocates believe strongly that gun
violence should be treated as a public health issue.
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Defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and
rules of the road
How to deal with aggressive drivers
How to safely use anti-lock brakes, air bags and
safety belts
Techniques for handling left turns, right-of way,
blind spots and more
Iowa City New Horizons Band
Tuesdays, Thursdays, May 31 - July 21, 9:00-10:30 am
Location: Robert A. Lee Recreation Center
The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides
opportunities for older adults to play musical
instruments. The band performs under the direction
of University of Iowa Music Education students and
professional music educators from within the band.
For the most up-to-date information and fees, visit
iowacitynhb.org.
You Can Draw (Yes, You Can!)
Tuesdays, June 7 - August 16, 9:30-11:30 am
Location: Room G07
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Garth Conley
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 shapes
into drawings, how to draw light, and how to create
that illusion of three dimensions on a 2-D surface.
We'll explore different drawing techniques in a variety
of projects. Repeat students welcome. Fee: $60; pay
instructor. Membership required.
Required text: Your Artist's Brain by 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 drawing
materials, bring what you have.
AARP Driver Safety
Friday, June 10, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Learn proven safety strategies to maintain your
confidence behind the wheel so you can make new
memories on the road. The AARP Driver Safety course
has no tests; simply sign up and learn:
Plus, some insurance companies offer a discount for
completing the course. Fee: $15 for AARP members,
$20 for non-AARP members; pay instructor at
beginning of class.
Mondays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 am
Saturdays, 8:30-9:30 am
Tour & Potluck at Secrest 1883 Octagonal Barn
Saturday, June 11, 2:00-5:00 pm
Location: 5750 Osage St SE, West Liberty
You and your friends are welcome to enjoy a picnic
and barn tour of one of the most unique barns in the
world, right here in Johnson County--the Secrest 1883
Octagonal Barn. Our host, Rich Tyler, will lead a tour
starting at 3:00 pm, and a potluck dinner will follow.
Please bring some food and/or drinks to share, and
don't forget your farm hat! This program is supported
by the Senior Center and TRAIL of Johnson County.
Protecting the Rights of Transgender Iowans
Wednesday, June 15, 2:00-3:30 pm
Location: Room 302
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Presenter: American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa
Learn more about the ACLU's work to protect the
rights of transgender Iowans and the recent harmful
efforts to target transgender Iowans by restricting
those rights--including the recent law in Iowa banning
transgender girls from participating in girls' sports.
ONGOING PROGRAMS
Programs occur every week unless otherwise
noted. Register and/or join any time.
Yoga with Esther
Location: Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Esther Retish
This class emphasizes breathing, balance, and focus
while increasing strength and flexibility. Some yoga
experience helpful. Fee: $7/class (up to $30/month);
pay instructor.
Bone Builders Strength Training
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 1:00-1:45 pm
Location: Zoom
Register: www.renuyourlife.com/book-online
or email kris@renuyourlife.com
Instructor: Kris Cameron
A 45-minute strength training class for people who
have osteopenia, osteoporosis, or concerns about
bone density or functional strength. The class requires
the use of light to moderate weights (canned goods or
similar household items can be substituted for
dumbbells). Fee: $5/class; pay instructor.
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Mixed Media Open Studio
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Room G07
The Senior Center art room is available for members
to drop in on Monday afternoons to work on any
mixed media, draw, paint, sketch, knit, or anything
you would like to do with other artists. Provide your
own materials. Drop-ins are always welcome.
Card Games
Mondays, 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: 1st Floor Lobby
Are you interested in playing cards? Join us on
Mondays to play 500, Euchre, or Pinochle. If you have
questions contact Mary Cannon at
mcannon443@gmail.com.
Lyrics Alive
Mondays, 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Room 302 & Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
The Center's all-request singing group has been
meeting on Zoom during the pandemic and is now
offering the option to sing in-person at the Senior
Center too. Join us for the joy of singing with a group,
minus the pressure of performing. We sing with a mix
of live instrumental accompaniment, karaoke tracks
from YouTube, and a cappella. Register to receive the
Zoom link for remote gatherings or just show up for
live meetings. All are welcome!
Fit 4 Life with Lindsey
Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 am
Location: Room G13
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Instructor: Lindsey Payton
Join us for a fun and functional workout focused on
full body strength and stability, balance, and
flexibility. Members will use a variety of weights and
strength bands. Exercises will be done from a chair,
standing, and on the floor for those who are able.
Come enjoy a great body workout in a social
atmosphere. No class on May 5, 17, or 26. Fee: $105
for 15-class session ($7/class) or $8/class for drop-in;
pay instructor. Membership required.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
BeMoved Dance
Tuesdays, April 26 - May 31, 10:30-11:30 am
Location: Room G13
Register: Email hillster2942@icloud.com
Instructor: Hillary Granfield
A dance fitness experience for people of all movement
abilities; newcomers welcome anytime. Learn more at
www.bemoveddance.com. Fee: $60 for 6-week
session, $12 for a single class; pay instructor.
Bowling
Tuesdays (1st/3rd of month), 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Colonial Lanes
Bowl 1-3 games for $2 each with the Senior Bowling
Group (upcoming dates: May 3 & 17, June 7 & 21). Balls
and shoes are available with a cost for shoe rental, or
bring your own if you have them. We bowl for fun and
fellowship; all are welcome, we’d be happy to have you
join us! We are wearing masks. For more info, call
Beverly Tyree at 319-351-1447 and leave a message.
Cribbage
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: 1st Floor Lobby
You are invited to play the fun game of cribbage. If you
don't know how to play, this is a great time and place
to learn. Cribbage boards and cards will be provided.
Reading Spanish Texts in Spanish
Tuesdays, 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Room 305
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Facilitator: William Heald
This group reads, translates, and discusses intermed-
iate level Spanish texts. We will read some famous
Spanish authors and other works of interest to the
group. This is not a Spanish conversation group.
Trailblazers Hiking
Wednesdays, 8:30-10:00 am
Location: Lower City Park
Hiking for exercise, fun, and great conversation! The
Trailblazers hike up to 3 miles, or 1.5 to 2 hours each
week. The group walks in all weather conditions
except ice and heavy rain. Hikers are welcome to just
show up before 8:30 a.m. every Wednesday morning
in parking lot 2 at Lower City Park. If we are carpooling
somewhere, we leave the park right at 8:30 sharp.
Contact Karen Sivitz at 319-337-8325 for more
information.
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Let's Play Scrabble!
Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm
Location: 1st Floor Lobby
Exercise your vocabulary and crossword skills, and join
us for some fun, friendly word play on a giant Scrabble
board. All are welcome!
The Pomtastiks!
Wednesdays, 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: Assembly Room
Register: Contact Shirley Myers at 319-351-5872
Do you like to dance, have fun, and get an aerobic
workout all at the same time? Join the Pomtastiks!
Founded in 2006, the Pomtastiks have performed at
the Downtown Block Party, Walk to End Alzheimer's,
UI Dance Marathon, and many senior living
communities. The Pomtastiks love to entertain, and
use poms/props to add to the fun and variety! Even if
you don't want to perform in public, take part in the
practice experience for laughs, friends, and a head-to-
toe workout! For questions or to book a performance,
call Shirley at 319-351-5872. Membership required.
50+ Singles Group
Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 am
Location: Midtown Family Restaurant
Gather Thursday mornings and one weekend evening
each month with other singles. People ages 50+ meet
to eat, laugh, talk, and make new friends. No dues, no
commitment, no agenda, no RSVP (except for dinner).
Separate checks. Weekly breakfasts meet at Midtown
Family Restaurant 2 (1069 Highway 1 West, Iowa City).
Monthly dinners are held at a different restaurant
each month. Call David at 319-530-5001 or email
icfiftyplussingles@gmail.com for date and location.
Intermediate Spanish Practice & Maintenance
Thursdays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Facilitator: Emily Edrington
Keep your Spanish language skills fresh with weekly
meetings that include conversation practice and
regular review of grammar and vocabulary. The
format of this class will vary and may involve role
plays, guest speakers, resource and media
recommendations, games, field trips, and other
opportunities to practice our Spanish skills in a
friendly, informal atmosphere.
Cinema Salon
Thursdays (1st of month), 2:00 pm
Location: FilmScene at The Chauncey
Register online or call 319-356-5220
Center members are invited to FilmScene to view a
new film the first Thursday of every month, followed
by a 30-minute discussion facilitated by Lynn Puritz-
Fine. Screenings are open to the public and seating is
first come, first served. Films are announced about
two weeks in advance. Register with the Senior Center
by 5:00 pm the day before each screening. Fee: $5 for
Senior Center members (discounted); pay at the
FilmScene box office. Membership required.
The Cinema Salon film on May 5 will be Everything
Everywhere All at Once; the film for June 2 will be
announced within two weeks of the screening.
Keep Us in Stitches
Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Room 311
Join an informal group of "fiber friends" in an
afternoon of knitting, sewing, crocheting, weaving, or
whatever fiber craft strikes your fancy. Stuck on
casting on, using a pick-up stick, what an overcast
stitch is? Gather a group of your friends and find more
who share your interest in the fiber arts. Conversation,
sharing, and helpful support make this a relaxing
break from a stressful day. Come and go any time.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Need Tech Help?
For a friendly voice to help troubleshoot
any technology challenges, you can call
Senior Center Technology & Video (SCTV)
staff member Brad Mowrey at
319-356-5211.
Leave a message and he'll
return your call soon to
provide assistance.
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SUPPORT YOUR SENIOR CENTER
Your gifts help keep The Center accessible, affordable,
and a vital part of our community. All gifts, no matter
how large or small, make a big difference. Donations to
Friends of The Center are accepted by mail and online:
www.icseniorcenterfriends.org
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Make an appointment at www.icgov.org/senior
or call the Senior Center at 319-356-5220
SHIIP Medicare Counseling
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
is a free, confidential service of the State of Iowa that
helps Iowans make informed decisions about
Medicare and other health insurance coverage.
Appointments are available in-person at the Senior
Center, Mercer Park Aquatic Center, North Liberty
Library, and virtually via Zoom or phone.
Advance Care Planning
We can’t predict when a sudden illness or injury could
leave us unable to communicate or make decisions.
Would anyone know what kind of medical treatment
you would want...or not want? Honoring Your Wishes
is a community-wide program that helps you talk
about and document your health care preferences
(before a crisis occurs) to ensure that your family,
friends, and health care team know what's important
to you and your wishes are honored. Certified
Advance Care Planning facilitators are available to
guide you through these critical conversations and
assist you in creating or updating your written health
care directive. Adults of all ages are welcome.
Simple & Free Pantry Exchange
Studies show that older adults are at a higher risk of
being food insecure. As a modest but meaningful
intervention, the Senior Center houses a little free
pantry where anyone can freely give and/or take food
and personal care items.
The pantry is located near the Washington Street
entrance on the ground level of the Senior Center
and is open to the public from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm,
Monday-Friday. Donations of non-perishable food
items and toiletries can be dropped off in the labeled
bins near the pantry area and volunteers will sort,
organize, and stock the pantry.
The pantry tends to be well supplied with dry beans,
rice, pasta, and canned corn. We can always use more
canned tuna and meats, soups, peanut butter, nuts,
dried and canned fruits and fruit juices, cereal,
granola bars, and meal kits. Find our shopping list at
tinyurl.com/pantry-list and consider placing an
order to purchase and ship items directly to the
Senior Center. Your support and generosity are
sincerely appreciated!
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Walk-in Blood Pressure Clinics
Cholesterol Clinics
Foot Care Clinics
Visiting Nurse Association Community Clinics
Call 319-337-9686, ext. 1155 to make an appointment
The VNA offers community health services at the
Senior Center in room G03:
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2nd Wednesday of month, by appointment ($17)
Thursday afternoons, by appointment ($12)
TRAIL of Johnson County
TRAIL of Johnson County is a nonprofit, membership-
based organization whose mission is to help older
adults successfully age in place by providing Tools
and Resources for Active Independent Living.
Visit www.trailofjohnsoncounty.org or stop by the
TRAIL office in Room 301 of the Senior Center to learn
more. TRAIL's office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 am - 1 pm.
Iowa City Parks & Recreation
offers a variety of water fitness classes at Robert A.
Lee Community Recreation Center and Mercer Park
Aquatic Center. For current class details, visit
icgov.org/pools or call 319-356-5100.
The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program uses a
variety of water exercises to increase physical activity
among adults with arthritis. Classes include
movements designed to increase range of motion
and muscle strength while reducing fatigue and
stiffness. Classes build in intensity from gentle to
moderate to increase function and confidence in
participants’ state of wellbeing. Participants do not
need to know how to swim to participate.
Iowa City Public Library
View all events and register for classes
at www.icpl.org/events/ages/adults.
Does University of Iowa Have Black Hawk's Remains?
Wednesday, May 4, 7:00-8:00 pm, Meeting Room A
Historian, author, and documentarian Russ Fry of
Burlington will give a presentation about the mystery
around the final resting place of the Sauk warrior who
led Native Americans in the Black Hawk war of 1832.
Intro to Google Calendar
Friday, May 6, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom
Get started using Google Calendar, a free online tool you
can access from any device! We'll show you how to
create an event, create a calendar (for a group or specific
purpose), set notifications, create repeating events, and
share events and calendars with others.
Genealogy Resources at Iowa City Public Library
Tuesday, May 10, 10:30-11:30 am, Digital Media Lab
Learn about genealogical resources available for use in
the library such as microfilm of Iowa City's earliest
newspapers, printed copies of Iowa City high schools’
yearbooks, and printed guides to county cemeteries
(compiled by Iowa City Genealogical Society). Plus, digital
resources like Ancestry Library Edition, Family Search,
Newspaper Archives, and Social Security Death Index.
Intro to Audacity
Thursday, May 12, 7:00-8:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Learn to use this free audio editing software for projects
like podcasting or editing music with Aaron Longoria of
Public Space One; also offered on Zoom.
Introduction to Genealogy
Tuesday, May 17, 10:30-11:30 am, Digital Media Lab
Have you ever wondered how to map your family tree?
Learn what questions to ask, where to start searching,
and how to keep track of the information you find.
More Gmail Tips & Tricks!
Friday, May 20, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom
We'll cover how to schedule emails to be sent later,
writing in different languages, forwarding multiple emails
as attachments, the best way to write inline replies, how
to know when a recipient reads your email, and how to
use variations of your email address to create especially
effective filters. Bring your questions, too!
Google Skills Drop-In
Thursday, May 26, 6:00-7:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Get a copy of ICPL's new "Google Skills Check-up”
handout to see if you know what’s possible in selected
Google products such as Gmail, Drive, and Google
Docs. If you have remaining questions, drop in for
some help!
How to Find a Good Book
Thursday, June 2, 6:00-7:00 pm, Zoom
Not sure how you'll choose books for the Summer
Reading Program? In a reading rut? Try these pro tips
for using the library's catalog, digital browsing, and
Novelist.
Ebooks from the Library
Friday, June 3, 10:30 am, Zoom
The Iowa City Public Library now has two sources for
free ebooks available to local cardholders: Libby and
Hoopla. Join us for an overview of both!
Creating Graphics in Illustrator
Thursday, June 9, 7:00-8:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator for all your design
needs! Get familiar with the software’s interface, get the
hang of working with clipping masks, the line snapping
system, and the tools you’ll use to make graphics. Learn
to make shapes, draw lines, and add text to your
posters, invitations, logos, and digital art.
Buy, Sell, and Share on Facebook
Friday, June 10, 10:30-11:30 am, Zoom
Have you heard of Facebook Marketplace but weren’t
sure if you should try it? Have you seen
recommendations for “plant swap” and “buy nothing”
groups and want to learn more? We’ll cover the basics of
safely buying, selling, and giving things away on
Facebook.
Digital Media Lab Tour
Thursday, June 16, 3:30-4:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Get a run-down of the equipment and software that's
available for free in the library's Digital Media Lab for
your creative and digitization projects.
Intro to InDesign
Thursday, June 16, 7:00-8:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Adobe InDesign is the industry-leading layout and page
design software for print and digital media. Learn to use
InDesign for projects like newsletters and books with
Kalmia Strong of Public Space One.
Photoshop for Beginners
Thursday, June 23, 7:00-8:00 pm, Digital Media Lab
Ready to finally try Photoshop? Get comfortable with
the software’s interface, learn how to open or create a
new document, and begin making basic edits to
improve a photo's appearance.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
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Go online: www.icgov.org/senior/registration
Stop in: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Call us: 319-356-5220
Mail a check: 28 S. Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ABOUT THE SENIOR CENTER
The Senior Center enhances quality of life by creating
opportunities to support wellness, social connections,
community engagement, and lifelong learning for a
diverse and growing older adult population. Our vision
is to extend social involvement and end social
isolation for people age 50+.
As a department of the City of Iowa City, Senior Center
operations are financially supported by local property
taxes, with additional funding from Johnson County,
participation fees, grants, and generous donations to
Friends of The Center.
EQUITY STANDARD
Our equity standard is to purposefully embrace
inclusion by creating a more equitable, accessible,
safe, welcoming, and inclusive senior center where
differences are recognized, respected, valued, and
celebrated.
BECOME A MEMBER!
Membership is open to anyone age 50+ and includes
access to the Senior Center's fitness rooms/equipment.
Memberships can be purchased at any time and are
good for one year from the date of purchase.
Annual membership fees for an individual and
additional household members:
Iowa City resident: $40 (+$25/additional person)
Non-Iowa City resident: $75 (+$45/additional person)
Membership offer for North Liberty residents:
Thanks to grant funding from the City of North Liberty,
NL residents age 50+ receive the same lower rate as
Iowa City residents. Call to sign up by June 30, 2022.
How to sign up or renew your membership:
Low-income discount: We never want financial
concerns to be a barrier to membership. The Center
has a low-income discount program available, which
reduces the cost of membership to $10 per year or
fully waives the fee if needed. To learn more, please
inquire with our staff when you join or renew.
Free Senior Center membership with Renew Active:
A program of United Healthcare Medicare plans,
Renew Active covers the cost of your membership by
making monthly contributions to support our Center.
Check at the reception desk for more details.
stay active. stay curious. stay connected.
Masks are recommended when visiting the Senior
Center and may be required in designated spaces.
Masks are available at each entrance. The Center
observes local mask mandates when in place.
The Senior Center does not require proof of
vaccination as a condition of entry/participation.
Please continue taking personal precautions.
Many people prefer to maintain physical distance
from others while visiting the Senior Center.
Please be mindful and respect the individual
boundaries of other participants.
Stay home if you are sick or do not feel well.
Cover coughs and sneezes.
Wash hands often with soap and water for at least
20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom,
blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
Clean fitness equipment after use with provided
sanitizing wipes.
Occupancy and time limits may be applied to some
spaces in The Center to allow for extra distance
between visitors and more time to sanitize rooms.
LOCATION & FACILITY
The Center is located at 28 S. Linn Street in Iowa City
and is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
The reception desk is located on the ground floor near
the Washington Street entrance.
Washington Street is now the main public entrance to
the Senior Center. The Skywalk entrance at level 3A of
the Tower Place parking ramp remains open to the
public. Linn Street is no longer a public entrance.
The building has four levels: Ground, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Room numbers indicate on which level the room is
located (e.g. room G13 is on ground floor, room 302 is
on 3rd floor). The Assembly Room is on the 1st floor.
PARKING & TRANSIT
Hourly parking in the Tower Place parking ramp is
available, but limited due to ongoing repairs. Please
plan accordingly and consider alternative parking or
transportation options when visiting the Senior
Center. Nearby parking ramps include the Dubuque
Street ramp next to the public library and Chauncey
Swan ramp across the street from City Hall.
Free bus fares for age 65+: Iowa City Transit offers
free bus fares for persons age 65+ and those who
have a disabled bus pass card, Medicare card, and/or
SEATS card. Find info at www.icgov.org/transit.
COVID SAFETY AT THE CENTER