October 1, 2020
Live & Virtual Social Activities, Classes & Fitness
Halloween Seasonal Fun
Join us with your face painted or a mask for spooky stories, video clips and trivia to celebrate Halloween, Dia de Los Muertos and Samhain. Register by October 27
Email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov to register.

October 30, 2020
1-2pm
$2Res / $3NRes
Grey Havens Philosophy Discussions:
Lunchtime Ethics (virtual)
There's nothing like a stimulating discussion over lunch to get your mind working. In this series, we will explore some of the most challenging ethical issues of our time. We'll talk about everything from artificial intelligence to the ethics of our fashion choices. There will be a different fascinating topic every week. Register by 10/30.


Birds and Mammals of Lafayette; A fun, introductory primer to the critters in our midst.
Join naturalist, Martin Ogle, for a fascinating zoom session to learn about birds and mammals that live in and around Lafayette.

Friday, October 23, 2020
10-11:30am
FREE

Monday Crafters: Thanksgiving Napkins
Join us virtually on the second Monday of the month to create simple yet inexpensive gifts for ourselves or for others. Class is free as you will be provided a list of supplies to obtain prior to class. Zoom meeting information will be emailed out after registration
Monday, November 9, 2020
1-2:30pm
Free

Email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov or call 303-665-9052 to register
Guitar Lessons (virtual)
This guitar class is designed with the absolute beginner in mind. Students will learn basic chords, picking patterns, strumming, rhythm and notes on the fretboard to enjoy playing a variety of songs. Please bring a 6 string guitar to class. Teaching materials will be provided. Instructor: Felicity Muench 

Mondays, Nov. 9 - Dec. 14
10:30-11:30am
$50Res / $60NRes

Email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov or call 303-665-9052 to register
Lunch Buddies - Virtual
Meet new people while enjoying lunch from the comfort of your own home via Zoom. If you would like to support a local business, we will supply a list of restaurants that would love to take your order. 
Lunches take place from 11am-2pm on the third Tuesday of the month. 
If you would like to be part of the Lunch Buddies group Email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov or call 303-665-9052 to sign up.
Ortho-Bionomy
Ortho-Bionomy is Osteopath-based body work, and includes working with structure, lymph, fluids, neurology, organs, and the endocrine system. This work is based on comfort, and allowing the body to relax; often opening neurological messages that assist and speed the process of healing. Laura Samel, practitioner in training provides 45-minute hand or foot sessions. Appointments required.
October 19, 9am-1pm
Fee: $20Res / $24NRes
Ages 55+

To make an appointment please email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov
or call 303-665-9052
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment
There will be no in person appointments for the Annual Open Enrollment Period which runs from October 15 – December 7, 2020. Beneficiaries can find an online appointment time and reserve a spot right away at: www.boco.org/MedicareEnrollmentC&D. Appointments can also be scheduled by calling Boulder County’s Medicare Counseling Program at 303-441-1546 or email medicarecounseling@bouldercounty.org and simply request a PART D/Advantage Plan appointment.
Appointments will begin on October 20 via telephone, video calls or mail. 

Senior Social Hour
Join us and connect with other seniors in the community on Thursday’s at 1:00pm. Visit virtually with your peers in the comfort of your home. If you would like to be part of the Senior Social Hour email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov
Dental Aid - Special offer for Lafayette Older Adults
Louisville Dental Aid is offering $19 dental exams including x-rays to a limited number of older adults by referral only from Lafayette Senior Services. For more information, call or email Dinah Pollard at 303-661-1499 or email dinah.pollard@lafayetteco.gov
Resources
Rainbow Elders LGBTQ+ Coffee Klatch (virtual)
Coffee Klatch, offered by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, is currently meeting virtually. Contact Michael Chifalo at mchifalo@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-4518 for more information.
East Boulder County Diabetes Education & Support - Virtual
This monthly meeting provides education about nutrition, exercise, sleep and the effect of each on Diabetes. For questions, call 303-441-4995. Sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging. Oct. 19
Loan Closet
Checkouts:
If you are in need of basic mobility equipment the Lafayette Senior Center is here to help. You can reserve items and schedule a pick up time by calling 303-665-9052 or emailing olderadults@lafayetteco.gov. Equipment includes: wheelchairs, walkers, knee scooters, canes, crutches, transfer benches, shower seats, and temporary ramps.
 
Returns:
Equipment returns are by appointment only on October 27. To schedule a return time email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov
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