55+ Connections: Week of 10/13/24
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There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library!
Advice on Aging: Current Trends in Scams and Frauds
Monday, October 14
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Keystone Place at Forevergreen – 1275 W Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty
Our panelists from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office (Lt. Katrina Rudish), Better Business Bureau (Bobby Hanson), and Heritage Area Agency on Aging (Laura Kriegermeier) will share about local scam trends and answer questions from attendees. This will be great information for now and as the holidays (and all of those seasonal scams) approach.
55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering
Tuesday, October 15
10:30 AM
North Liberty Library – Meeting Room CD
It’s jigsaw puzzle time! We’ll have several puzzles that you can work on with a friend or on your own while we chat and snack.
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.
55+ Connections: Friday Lunch
Friday, October 18
11:30 AM
North Liberty Rec Center – Classrooms 3 & 4
The third Friday of the month means it’s time for Marco’s Pizza and Bingo! We’ll have multiple types of pizza available for lunch, followed by a few rounds of Bingo with the change to win small prizes. Registration for lunch is $5 and required for all who attend. Participants must register before noon on Thursday, October 17th. 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, October 18
2 PM
Iowa City Senior Center – Assembly Room or Room 302
Come watch a free movie at the Iowa City Senior Center! There’s free popcorn!
October 18: The Boys in the Boat (2023)
A 1930s-set story centered on the University of Washington’s rowing team, from their Depression-era beginnings.
Club 24
Monday, October 21
6 PM
North Liberty Rec Center
CLUB 24 is a program for adults and seniors to socialize over University of Iowa Athletics.
Patrons can sign up online, over the phone, or in person at the Community Center.
On October 21st we’ll be watching the Iowa vs Michigan State game.
Iowa SAIL Town Hall Discussion
Tuesday, October 22
10 AM – 12 PM
Johnson County Health & Human Services Building – Room 203
IA SAIL is a state initiative that brings together government agencies and community partners to address aging issues across a person’s lifespan.
The town hall sessions are open to the public and are an opportunity to share insights, give suggestions and discuss concerns as we work to meet the needs of Iowans in all phases of aging. RSVP for this event by emailing Eugenia Kendell at [email protected]
Harvest Puzzle Hustle
Friday, October 25
7 – 9 PM
North Liberty Library
Come join us for a fun and challenging puzzle competition and fundraiser at the North Liberty Library! Test your skills and race against the clock to complete this fall’s puzzle. Entry is $60 per team, and 3-4 people are required for each team. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the North Liberty Library and the North Liberty Library!
Prizes will be awarded for the top three teams. All teams will be able to keep their puzzles. (While you’re here, stock up for the winter with a goodwill-donation used puzzle sale! Puzzle sale will run through October 29th, but Puzzle Hustle participants will get first dibs!) Refreshments and treats will be provided. Participants may bring beer, wine, or seltzers. Event is for adults only! Register here!
Set Up an Appointment with a SHIIP Counselor
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is October 15 to December 7. This is when people with Medicare can change their prescription drug plans or Medicare Advantage plans for the upcoming calendar year to better meet their needs.
The Iowa City Senior Center’s SHIIP counselors can help you review your options and make changes to your coverage, if needed. Appointments are available in Iowa City, North Liberty, and virtually via Zoom.
If you’d like to meet with a SHIIP counselor to review plan options during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, you can make an appointment online at www.icgov.org/shiip or by calling the Senior Center at 319-356-5220.
