55+ Connections: Week of 3/18/24
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55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering
Tuesday, March 19
10:30 AM
North Liberty Library – Meeting Room CD
Join us for a new weekly social gathering full of activities and friendly conversation – board games, puzzles, art, book discussions, and more!
Calling all puzzle people! This week we’ll be working on 300 piece jigsaw puzzles and socializing. There will be snacks and coffee! Please note the 10:30 start time (we messed up last time, that’s our bad).
55+ Connections: Friday Lunch
Friday, March 22
11:30 AM
North Liberty Rec Center – Classrooms 3 & 4
We’re at the fourth Friday of the month already, and that means China Garden will be catering this week! After lunch, Denise Fuller, who works with Horizons as a Senior Financial Wellness Counselor, will be discussing the 12 Biggest Scams to look out for. Registration for lunch is just $5 and is required for all who attend. Participants must register before noon on Thursday, March 21st. Call the Rec Center to register (319)626-5716 or go online to your RecDesk Account and register yourself.
Film Fridays at the Senior Center
Friday, March 22
2 PM
Iowa City Senior Center – Assembly Room or Room 302
Come watch a free movie at the Iowa City Senior Center!
March 22: Frida (2002)
A biography of artist Frida Kahlo, who channeled the pain of a crippling injury and her tempestuous marriage into her work.
Global Community Meal
Friday, March 22
5:30 – 8 PM
Coralville Public Library – Basement
Inviting all neighbors to join the Coralville Community Food Pantry at their annual Global Community Potluck in collaboration with the Coralville Public Library! Any community chefs interested in sharing a dish meaningful to them can find more information here. Reach out to [email protected] for more information or any questions.
Infinity Card Making Class
Friday, March 29
6:30 PM
North Liberty Library – Meeting Rooms
Learn from long-time card maker and scrapbooker, Pam Brase, how to make and decorate a never-ending infinity card to send to a friend or loved one! All materials will be provided. Registration is required and limited, so register here now!
Back to Basics: Wills, Gifts, & Beneficiaries
Monday, April 8
2 – 4 PM
Grand Living at Bridgewater – 3 Russel Slade Blvd, Coralville
Be prepared for the future by going back to basics with Len Sandler, Clinical Professor at the University of Iowa College of Law. Len will cover the many ways you can update your Will to give money, real property, items of sentimental or monetary value, and other property to beneficiaries, including minors and other people who might need someone to manage their inheritance.
Free to attend, please RSVP by calling 319-528-5047.