55+ Connections: Week of 5/27/24
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There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library!
THE NORTH LIBERTY LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED MAY 27TH IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY. The Rec Center will be open 7 AM – 6 PM.
55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering
Tuesday, May 28
10:30 AM
North Liberty Library – Meeting Room CD
We’ll be having our book club discussion this week for our May book The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. You are welcome to stop in and chat even if you haven’t read the book, but be warned that there will be spoilers!
Our June book blub book is The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee, a historical fiction about a young Chinese-American woman living in post Civil-War Atlanta, working as a maid and moonlighting as a newspaper columnist. You can pick up a copy at the library!
Join us each week for a social gathering full of activities and friendly conversation – board games, puzzles, art, book discussions, and more! No registration required.
National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Wednesday, May 29
1 – 3 PM
Grand Living at Bridgewater – 3 Russell Slade Blvd, Coralville
Join Grand Living at Bridgewater for a health fair packed with vendors and activities to kick off your summer health goals. Fitness testing, healthy snacks, outdoor games, SMARTfit training, and more! At 2:30 there will be a presentation titled “Eat More to Increase Your Longevity” with Guest Speaker Lyynde, Nutrition and Wellness Consultant from Performance Health and Fitness. Vendors will include CarePro Health Services, Alzheimer’s Association, On With Life, Therapy Dogs, Performance Health and Fitness, Fitness Sports Shoes, University of Iowa Csomay Center, and Fox Rehab. RSVP by calling 319-528-5047!
NLCP Free Garden Flower Workshop
Thursday, May 30
4:30 PM
North Liberty Community Pantry – 89 N Jones Blvd, North Liberty
Come learn about companion planting in the vegetable garden with flowers! Local flower grower, Kara Krapfl of Lovely Bunches, will talk about the importance of incorporating flowers into your garden space. We will also plant some container-approved flower seeds for you to take home as well as make a beautiful flower arrangement for your indoor space. Questions? Email: [email protected] or call (319) 626-2711.
55+ Connections: Friday Lunch
Friday, May 31
11:30 AM
North Liberty Rec Center – Classrooms 3 & 4
We have a fifth Friday this month, which means Sugapeach will be catering. We do not have an activity planned for after lunch, but Euchre Club will take place after lunch, around 1:30 PM. Registration for lunch is $5 and required for all who attend, Euchre Club is free, no registration required. Participants must register before noon on Thursday, May 30th. 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, May 31
2 PM
Iowa City Senior Center – Assembly Room or Room 302
Come watch a free movie at the Iowa City Senior Center!
May 31 – Tár (2022)
Set in the international world of Western classical music, the film centers on Lydia Tár, widely considered one of the greatest living composer-conductors and the very first female director of a major German orchestra.
Dungeons and Donuts
Sunday, June 2
10 AM
Liberty Centre Shelter
Experience the fun of roll play gaming on a beautiful spring day at the Liberty Centre Pond Gazebo. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a beginner, join us for a fun-filled day of rolling dice and indulging in delicious donuts. The event is free and open to all, so come and enjoy the games with us! The Liberty Centre Pond Gazebo is located on the East side of the pond at 795 W Cherry St. Parking is available on Cherry St. or at the Community Center (there is a bike path under HWY 965).
