Upcoming Senior Center events

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Discover your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center!

Unleash your creativity at Art with Carla Fridays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Orcas Senior Center. Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless of skill level. Carla’s lifelong passion for drawing, backed by an Associate of Arts degree in Visual Communications from The Art Institute of Seattle, makes her the perfect guide for a fun and inclusive artistic journey.

With a background in teaching classes at the Funhouse Commons, Orcas Island Parks and Recreation, Poppie’s, and Orcas Island School District and a history of art contest victories, most recently for the San Juan County Luci B Community Wellness Van, Carla brings a wealth of experience. The class is $10 (or $8 for OSC members). Contact Carla at 360-317-5652 or onlyonorcas@gmail.com to secure your spot. Uncover your artistic potential and join us for creative Fridays at Orcas Senior Center!

Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group at Orcas Senior Center

Join us for a supportive, non-judgmental space to process grief and mourning with the Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. at Orcas Senior Center. This group is designed to help normalize your feelings, facilitate healing, and provide understanding. We offer a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment.

For questions, contact George Eberle at 360-298-2829, or John Ehrmantraut at casadonjuan12@gmail.com or 760-325-0677. We look forward to supporting you.

Island Hearing Healthcare’s Stacie Nordrum, Au.D., CCC-A, Offering Monthly Hearing Services 

Stacie Nordrum, Au.D., CCC-A, from Island Hearing Healthcare, provides hearing care at Orcas Senior Center every first Thursday of the month. To secure your slot, it is advisable to schedule your appointment well in advance, as availability fills up rapidly. The range of services offered encompasses hearing assessments, personalized consultations, hearing aid programming, and various other hearing aid services. Additionally, complimentary clean and checks for hearing aids, along with general consultations, are available. For appointment scheduling and any inquiries, reach out to Stacie directly at 360-378-2330 or islandhearing@gmail.com. Discover more about Island Hearing Healthcare by visiting www.islandhearing.net.

Discover Your Artistic Talent: Watercolors Class for Beginners!

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of watercolor painting Monday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. beginning Monday, March 3. Robbie Walker, an experienced instructor with years of expertise in drawing and watercolors, will guide you through the techniques she has perfected.

Participants are kindly requested to contribute a nominal fee of $10 per session. Please bring your own basic supplies. For more details regarding required materials and specific class information, feel free to reach out to Robbie directly. You can contact Robbie at 360-376-7714 or via email at robbielouwalker@orcasonline.com.

Discover Gentle Flexibility: A Balance Class Inspired by the Feldenkrais Method

Join Andrea Preiss, a seasoned Feldenkrais practitioner and therapeutic eurythmist, for a relaxing movement class at Orcas Senior Center, Tuesdays at 11 a.m.

Emphasizing a seated position, these subtle exercises rooted in the Feldenkrais Method and eurythmy aim to improve your mobility, stability, balance, and vision. Please wear comfortable attire and non-slip shoes.

Session fees are $15 per class ($12 for OSC members). Andrea, a dedicated physical therapist with almost four decades of experience, obtained certification in Germany in 2002. She has taught in various Seattle locations and established a private practice in 2019.

For inquiries, contact Andrea directly at sound-movement@hotmail.com or 206-383-7705. Explore more about Andrea’s expertise at www.sound-movement.org.