Mindfulness Meditation: Developing a Personal Practice

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, Sep 18 - Nov 13, 10 am - 12 pm Location: Room 311 Register online or call 319-356-5220 Instructor: Christine Allen Practicing mindfulness meditation, which involves paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and environment, has been shown to improve overall well-being. Mindfulness is being aware of what is happening as it’s happening...

Free
Event Series Laughter Club

Laughter Club

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, 3-3:45 pm Location: Room 311 Register online or call 319-356-5220 Leader: Michelle Buhman Anyone can laugh for no particular reason. Laughter helps to relieve the effects of stress. It is energizing, healing, and brings out our best self. When we laugh together we feel lighter and renewed. Come and experience the Laughter Club! Sessions...

Environmental Film Series & Discussion

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, Oct 2-23, 5-7 pm Location: Room 302 Organizer: 100 Grannies for a Livable Future Oct 2: Straws: The Impact of Plastic Straws on our Environment looks at the significant problems posed by plastic straws (non-biodegradability, potential to harm wildlife, contribution to microplastic pollution, widespread use, and recycling challenges) and recent advocacy for reducing their...

Free
Event Series Coffee with Friends

Coffee with Friends

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Thursdays, Sep 5 - Oct 31, 9-11 am Location: 1st Floor Lobby Enjoy a cup of coffee courtesy of Friends of ICSC on Thursday mornings in the Senior Center lobby. Strike up a conversation, read the newspaper, work on the puzzle, play a game, or listen to the band rehearse. This is a great time...

Free
Event Series Intergenerational Study Hall

Intergenerational Study Hall

Thursdays, Sep 5 - Oct 24, 2:30-5 pm Location: Assembly Room Join us for a weekly freeform meet-up for all ages. Bring your homework, reading, art projects, craft supplies, games, or anything else you want to work on in the company of others. We’ll provide the space and some snacks. All are welcome! We especially...

Free
Event Series Device Advice

Device Advice

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Fridays, Sep 12 - Nov 21, 1-3 pm Location: 1st Floor Lobby Bring your personal devices and get help with your technology questions from knowledgeable community and student volunteers.

Free
Event Series Caregiving Support Group

Sports Forum

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Mondays, Sep 2-Oct 28, 9-10 am Location: Hybrid (Room 308 & Zoom) Register online or call 319-356-5220 Facilitator: George Sauerberg Members are invited to join the Sports Forum. At these informal gatherings of Hawkeye fans, we discuss Iowa sports and other sports, with occasional visits from guest speakers. Jan Jensen, Assistant Head Coach of the...

Free

Mindfulness Meditation: Developing a Personal Practice

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, Sep 18 - Nov 13, 10 am - 12 pm Location: Room 311 Register online or call 319-356-5220 Instructor: Christine Allen Practicing mindfulness meditation, which involves paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and environment, has been shown to improve overall well-being. Mindfulness is being aware of what is happening as it’s happening...

Free

Original Mature Groovers

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesday, Oct 16, 12 pm Location: Room 308 Host: LaTasha DeLoach This group aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for older people of color to share their diverse perspectives and stories and foster new connections. Through regular meetings and events, members will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and learn from...

Free
Event Series Laughter Club

Laughter Club

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, 3-3:45 pm Location: Room 311 Register online or call 319-356-5220 Leader: Michelle Buhman Anyone can laugh for no particular reason. Laughter helps to relieve the effects of stress. It is energizing, healing, and brings out our best self. When we laugh together we feel lighter and renewed. Come and experience the Laughter Club! Sessions...

Environmental Film Series & Discussion

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Wednesdays, Oct 2-23, 5-7 pm Location: Room 302 Organizer: 100 Grannies for a Livable Future Oct 2: Straws: The Impact of Plastic Straws on our Environment looks at the significant problems posed by plastic straws (non-biodegradability, potential to harm wildlife, contribution to microplastic pollution, widespread use, and recycling challenges) and recent advocacy for reducing their...

Free
Event Series Coffee with Friends

Coffee with Friends

Iowa City Senior Center 28 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Thursdays, Sep 5 - Oct 31, 9-11 am Location: 1st Floor Lobby Enjoy a cup of coffee courtesy of Friends of ICSC on Thursday mornings in the Senior Center lobby. Strike up a conversation, read the newspaper, work on the puzzle, play a game, or listen to the band rehearse. This is a great time...

Free