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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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Games are back!
- Pinochle on Mondays, 10-11:30am
- Shanghai Rummy on Mondays, 1-3pm
- Mexican Train and Games on Thursdays, 1-4 pm.
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Trips and tours are back, along with a brand new bus! |
Butterfly Pavilion - Westminister
July 22 | 9am-3pm | $19 R / $22 NR
Hammonds Candy Factory - Denver
July 30 | 9am-3pm | $15 R / $18 NR
Denver Zoo - Denver
Aug. 10 | 9am-3pm | $30 R / $36 NR
Manitou Cog Railway - Manitou
Aug. 24 | 8am-4pm | $48 R / $57 NR
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Lafayette Book Clubs - Hybrid* |
These book clubs meet at the Senior Center or via Zoom once a month on Fridays to talk about the preselected book. Join us even if you haven't finished reading the book!
Mystery Book Club
Victoria Selman – "Blood for Blood"
Meets: August 6
Time: 10-11am
Second Friday Book Club
Brit Bennett – “The Vanishing Half”
Meets: August 13
Time: 10-11am
Contact Heide Barrowman for more information or to join either of these book clubs via Zoom. The book club representative will email zoom meeting information.
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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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Crafters for Charity
Share your time and talents with us to support community members. Knit, crochet, stitch, or help create something to:
- Brighten the day of a cancer patient
- Bring warmth to a youngster
- Assist local charities.
We welcome new people, new ideas, and learn about new ways to contribute to our community.
Wednesdays, 1-3pm
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Puzzle Check Out Program
Puzzles are now available for check out at the Senior Center. Contact staff at Senior Services or call 303-665-9052 for more information.
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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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Guitar Lessons
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 various songs. Please bring a 6 string guitar to class. Teaching materials will be provided. Instructor: Felicity Muench
Mondays, August 2 - Sep. 13 | 10:30-11:30am | $50R / $60NR
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Making Sense of Medicare's Alphabet Soup
Join Craig Stout, “Professor Medicare” and Insurance Broker, as he answers frequently asked questions like, “When do I enroll in Medicare? Do I stay with Original Medicare? Do I enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan? Do I stay with Original Medicare and add a Supplement and Part D plan? And what’s the cost of all this?” Professor Medicare will help answer these questions and the alphabet soup will go down as easy as A-B-C. Register by 7/16.
July 20 | 1:30-2:30pm | 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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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. All scheduling and payments are handled by the VNA. 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.
July 21 | $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. 45-minute hand or foot sessions are provided by Laura Samel, NP. Location: Senior Center
July 26 | 9am-2pm | $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 Basics Classes - Virtual
Participants will learn about how and when to enroll, avoid financial penalties, the different parts of Medicare, what is covered and what is not Medicare fraud, and other information related to Medicare. Visit BoulderCountyMedicareHelp.org for more information.
Click on the date below to register.
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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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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