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Artists, age 55 or better, are invited to display 2-D artwork in September. Entries are due by Aug. 27.
- Oil
- Acrylics
- Water media
- Photography
- Pastels
- Drawing
- Printmaking
We invite the entire community to enjoy these pieces located at the Lafayette Senior Center during September. This event is a showcase of the fantastic artists in our community and not a juried show. Artists will be honored at the Artist Reception on Friday, Oct. 1, at 6pm.
Contact Dana Bellomy for artist applications. Please no more than two entries per artist.
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Panera Bread is back, every Wednesday.
Every Wednesday at 10:30am, stop by and pick up Panera Bread at the Senior Center. Donations vary from week to week. The start date is subject to change. Call ahead at 303-665-9052.
Panera Bread Volunteers Needed
Senior Services is looking for volunteers to help with this program. If you are interested, please call Senior Services at 303-665-9052 or send an email to olderadults@lafayetteco.gov.
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Trips and tours are back, along with a brand new bus! |
Denver Zoo - Denver
Aug. 10 | 9am-3pm | $30 R / $36 NR
Manitou Cog Railway - Manitou
Aug. 24 | 8am-4pm | $48 R / $57 NR
Chautauqua Historic Loop Hike - Boulder
Aug. 31 | 10am-1:30pm | $11 R / $13 NR
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Lunch Buddies
Meet new people while enjoying lunch at a local restaurant while being COVID safe. Lunches take place from 11am-1pm on the third Tuesday of the month. If you would like to be part of the Lunch Buddies group, email Senior Services.
Please bring money for lunch.
24 Carrot Bistro, 578 Briggs Street, Erie
August 17 | 11am-1pm
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Whatever's
Catch up with our friends and make new ones while working on “whatever” craft you have. Bring any materials you have and join the fun. If you would like to be part of the Whatever’s group, email Senior Services.
Wednesdays, 9-10:30 AM.
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Memory Games - Starts in September
Learn & share tips and tricks for enhancing your memory while enjoying some fun memory games and interacting with others in a fun, safe environment.
Third Friday of every month 11am-1pm
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Computer Lab - Available onsite
Are you in need of a computer? Visit the Senior Center, where a public computer is available for checking emails, researching information, or improving your technology skills. The Computer lab is open on a first-come-first-served basis.
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Spellbinders® Storytelling - Virtual
Stories help us make sense of our world, impart a lesson, pass down history, and more. They teach us to love, forgive, be just, and strive for better than we have. Join Spellbinders®, trained veteran storytellers, and new volunteers as they bring a variety of story genres to life.
Topic: My Favorite Stories
August 20 | 10-11am | Free
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Estate Planning Made Easy
Wills, powers of attorney, and living wills - Get a tough job finished! In a single, easy session, you'll complete a will, financial power of attorney, and combined medical directive (including a living will, medical power of attorney, and organ donation), all with the help of Colorado licensed attorney Mike Anderson. Includes all materials, witnessing, notarizing, individual review, and plenty of time for discussion and questions. Participants do not need to bring anything to class. The fee is per person.
Age: 60+ FREE – (Sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging. Must be resident of Boulder County.)
Age 21-59: Residents: $125/Non-Residents: $150
Wednesday, 1-3pm
August 11
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Wednesdays are water fitness days at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center.10 participants per class. Participants can sign up on Webtrac or the front desk.
Click on a class to sign up!
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Young at Heart Aerobic Flow - Virtual |
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This is the virtual version of SilverSneakers® Classic. Have fun and move to the music through various exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities of daily living.
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 9-10am
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SilverSneakers® Stability
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Movements taught in class focus on specific exercises to improve strength and power around the ankle, knee, and hip joints while improving your reaction time. This class is designed for fall prevention and is suitable for nearly every fitness level.
The class is held at the Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Mondays, 10-11 am
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Have fun and move to the music through various exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living. Handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneaker® ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support.
The class is held at the Bob Burger Recreation Center gym.
Mondays, 11:15am-12:15pm
Fridays, 10-11am and 11:15am-12:15pm
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Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform various seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.
The class is held at the Bob Burger Recreation Center gym.
Wednesdays, 10-11am
Saturdays, 11:30am-12:30pm and 12:45-1:45pm
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Tai Chi is a form of exercise that is easy and gentle. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi develops body awareness that can help with balance, promote activity, and improve health and mobility. Improved mobility can help participants maintain independence and lead fuller lives. Tai Chi is generally safe for all ages and fitness levels and is excellent for those who don’t like to sweat too much. Classes are held at the Senior Center with limited participant numbers or virtually.
The instructor will email out zoom meeting information for virtual participants.
Thursdays, August 5-26 | 11am-noon | $30R / $36NR
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Tai Chi Form class will cover the first third of the form with just a little meditation and warm-up. This class is open to anyone, and any experience level is welcome. Class is held at the Senior Center with limited participant numbers or virtually.
The instructor will email out zoom meeting information for virtual participants.
Wednesdays, August 4-25 | 11am-noon | $30R / $36NR
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Thursday Trackers
Meet others who like walking around Old Town Lafayette or one of our local Open Spaces/parks. At the end of the walk, we usually meet at a coffee shop to enjoy refreshments. Walk times vary according to the group, location of the walk, and weather (45-60 minutes). If you have walking sticks, please bring them.
Location: Hecla Lake trailhead located off South Boulder Rd. then turn right on Blue Star Lane and then left on Larkspur Lane
August 12 | 9-10am | $4
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Medical Foot Care is provided by the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and is offered on the third Wednesday of every month. Services include toenail trimming, callus filing, overall foot health check, and blood pressure check. The VNA handles all scheduling and payments. Call 303-698-6496 for questions or to schedule an appointment.
Medical foot care may be a benefit of your Kaiser plan.
Credit cards are preferred, but cash and checks are accepted.
August 18 | $40 Medical foot care / $15 fingernails
Appointment required. Call CNVA at 303-698-6496 to schedule an appointment.
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Ortho-Bionomy is a therapeutic technique that relieves pain by helping the body to rediscover its natural balance. This method of osteopath-based bodywork includes working with structure, lymph, fluids, neurology, organs, and the endocrine system. It allows the body to relax while opening neurological pathways that assist with and speed up the healing process. Laura Samel, NP, provides 45-minute hand or foot sessions. Location: Senior Center
August 16 | 10am-3pm | $35R / $42NR
Appointment required. Call 303-665-9052 to schedule an appointment
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Boulder County Area Agency on Aging Programs |
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Medicare Cafecitos
El “Medicare Cafecito” en línea usará la plataforma de equipos de Microsoft (MS Teams) y por la línea de conferencia. El Cafecito ofrece información imparcial y actualizada. Acompáñenos para conversar sobre sus preguntas del Medicare. Todos son bienvenidos – beneficiarios, familiares, empleados/proveedores de servicios, y miembros de la comunidad.
Fresh Conversations - Virtual
Fresh Conversations is an evidence-based nutrition education program focused on timely nutrition topics presented monthly. Patti Murphy, RDN, leads fresh Conversations.
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.
When: 2nd Mondays, 11am-noon
Free Nutrition Counseling
Please leave your contact information. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will contact you.
English counseling: 303-678-6115
Spanish counseling: 720-930-0223
BCAAA Wellness Social Hour - Virtual
Meets monthly: scheduling in process
Join our virtual community! Connect with Wellness program participants and meet new friends. As we continue to physically distance, we will celebrate the upcoming holiday season virtually with some fun conversation and activities! Stay safe and stay engaged from the comfort of your own home.
Rainbow Elders LGBTQ+ Virtual Teatime
Tea Time, coordinated by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, meets virtually monthly on the second Thursday from 4-5pm. Contact Michael Chifalo at mchifalo@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-4518 for more information.
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New 911 Emergency Notification
9-1-1 dispatch centers in Boulder County enhance services and emergency notification with Smart911.
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Front Range Aging Solo Network
Are you aging solo or growing older without traditional family support? If so, this resource and education group aims to connect solo agers, provide a supportive environment, and offer learning opportunities to members. Meetings are on the second Monday of each month at 4pm. Email amandameier@trucare.org to be added to the invitation list or join the private Facebook group to connect and stay up to date with meeting topics and upcoming events
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Generation Exchange
Provides free technology help for older adults through virtual one-on-one technology workshops. Learn more here.
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Ride Free Lafayette
Free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service for Lafayette.
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Cultivate's Carry-out Caravan
This program connects community members with older adults who face the challenge of securing reliable access to groceries. Friendly volunteers provide caring assistance throughout the entire process of ordering, purchasing, and delivering groceries from their partner, King Soopers, straight to older adults’ homes. Call 303-443-1933 or visit www.cultivate.ngo.
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Alzheimer’s Association - Dementia Caregiver Support Groups - Virtual
Support groups are for family or friends who have a loved one with any dementia. Groups are facilitated by volunteers who are screened, trained and supervised by the Alzheimer's Association. Visit www.alz.org or call 800-272-3900 to find a Support Group that fits your schedule. For more information, contact Ralph Patrick at 720-699-9319 or rpatrick@alz.org.
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Checkouts:
If you need basic mobility equipment, the Lafayette Senior Center is here to help. Equipment includes wheelchairs, walkers, knee scooters, canes, crutches, transfer benches, shower seats, and temporary ramps.
You can reserve items and schedule a pick-up time by calling 303-665-9052 or emailing Senior Services.
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