First Open Mic Night Brings Local Musicians to the Commons
We had our first open mic and jam on Tuesday October 6. It was a great start with songs and guitar playing by Dave Judd. Andy Cuevas rocked the house with his violin and Katie Kriewald enchanted with her ukelele and entertaining songs. We hope to grow this venue with both musicians and music lovers. Watch for our next jam in November 24. The event will be regularly scheduled for the LAST Tuesday in the month. If you want to join call or text Dave Judd at 509 979 9989.
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Describe your image
They did it! Great results from the Drawing Faces class!
Students in Cordi Bradburn's class recently learned that with some guidance and a sense of exploration, great portraits can happen.
Elder Speak is coming soon!
October 25th at Snowy Owl Theater in Leavenworth from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Or view the event via Zoom.
Elder Speak is a guided journey that honors, affirms, and brings forth the essential wisdom of our Elders. Through a transformative 10-month process, Elders meet in small groups with trained facilitators to reflect on their lives, uncover the wisdom within their experiences, and discover their value and place in the world as Elders.
Their stories and reflections offer more than personal insight—they connect us to our shared human experience and remind us how to navigate difficult times, cherish the joyful ones, and cultivate gratitude along the way. Elder Speak teaches us about resilience while inviting all of us to recognize and honor the wisdom within our own lives.
More information at the Ripple Foundation website HERE.
Listen to a little preview of all the warmth shared on a pod cast done by Live Well. Be Wise. on Substack
Look at these great offerings available into November!
We are pleased to announce three new offerings at the Commons beginning in September on various dates. These classes are offered through The Ripple Foundation and offer great opportunities to open to new ideas and insights.
For the details about each of these classes, please go to the Calendar & Events page here, or visit theripplefoundation.org
The Chakra Class / Energy Dynamics with Steve Stroud & Danelle Paulick. Explore how the chakra system can help us understand our inner world, recognize patterns that shape our relationships, and connect more deeply with ourselves and others. Three Parts: Thursdays: Sept. 24, 6-8pm; Oct. 22, 6-8pm, Nov. 12, 6-8 pm
Astrology Study Group with Steve Stroud & Lara Hovda. Each month on the first Thursday, 6-8 pm. Join us for an evening of astrology, reflection and exploration relevant to the current season and recent planetary transits. There is always plenty to explore!
Mindful Aging: Being the Author of Your Own Life with Theresa D-Litzenberger and Cordi Bradburn. Meet weekly on Wednesdays from Sept. 23 to Nov. 11 at 4-5:30 to join a discussion looking at one's life journey decade by decade, choosing one meaningful experience that impacted your life, and explore the wisdom gained from that experience.
Go the the Calendar & Events Page of this website to see the schedule of all activities at the Commons
Click on the button right below the title/header that says "Calendar & Events" or click HERE.
Good news from Upper Valley MEND: Free Foot Clinic
" The Upper Valley Free Clinic is excited to announce a new partnership with Registered Nurse Rebecca Talbot-Bluechel, who will be offering a free foot clinic once a month in Leavenworth. Rebecca has worked for 10 years in public health in the Seattle area, providing foot care and education to underserved communities, including seniors and people who are unhoused, uninsured or underinsured.
Foot health is often overlooked, yet for people who are on their feet all day or managing conditions like diabetes, access to basic foot care can be life-changing."
Click HERE for more information from the UVMEND website.
Local Photographer Heidi Swoboda Shares her Photos
Here's the complete picture that appears as the background of this website's banner at the top of the page. Heidi is a well known, award winning photographer who graciously shared this photo with us. Look for more here later on! Click to visit her website, SwobodaPhoto.com
NCW Libraries to Hold Resource Fair for Aging and Adult Care at the Leavenworth Library...and we will be there, too!
Friday Nov. 13 11:00-1:00
Join Wenatchee River Valley experts and service providers to learn about local resources that help older adults thrive in our community and support their caregivers. This resource fair includes brief presentations from social, healthcare, and legal service providers and opportunities to speak directly with service providers to address general and specific questions.
Participants include:
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Mountain Meadows Senior Living
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Mary Ersek, RN, PhD
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Confluence Health, Hospice and Palliative Care
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Cascade Medical Center
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Aging & Adult Care of CW
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End of Life Washington
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Caitlyn Evans, Evans Law LLC
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Leah Juhle, Accessible Movement
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Cascadia Marson, Death Café / Death Doula
Daylong class to gain knowledge about death and dying:
"Preparing for the Final Asana: Law and Medicine at the End of Life and What Yoga Has to Offer"
Instructor: Kathrine Tucker Date: Sunday Nov. 1
Join us for an empowering day-long retreat in the peaceful sanctuary of Leavenworth. Designed by nationally renowned end-of-life rights attorney and yogini Kathryn Tucker, this workshop invites a contemplative frame of mind, using gentle movement, breath and guided meditation, in which to learn about the often hidden twists and turns on this road travelled but once in this lifetime. Participants will gain important knowledge of all end of life options, considerations relevant to choosing among them, and practical tools to ensure your final bit of this life’s journey—or that of a loved one—is honored and reflects your preferences, values and beliefs. Sponsored by Alpine Yoga of Leavenworth. For more information, click HERE.
"The Commons"
A place to stay active, curious and connected
Formerly Leavenworth Senior Center
423 Evans Street
Leavenworth, Washington
Tel: 509-548-6666
Hours Vary
Come and join us at our spacious, welcoming historic building, known as home to the Masonic Center and formerly the Leavenworth Senior Center. We are located at 423 Evans Street just behind the Clock Tower Building. There is members-only parking available for free. A barrier-free entrance to the building is available.
We've got a new name!
Our old name: Leavenworth Senior Center. And now it's River Valley Commons. Why change the name? Because we want to let our community know that everyone is welcome to join in our activities in the historic and homey Masonic Building. It's a great way to meet old friends and make new friends by becoming a member of the Commons. Aside from Bingo on Fridays and the weekly lunch we offer on Wednesdays, we've added new activities including art and exercise classes for almost any level of fitness (see below). We hope you'll join in and bring your ideas for activities. Or even better - volunteer to lead or teach an activity!
Please contact us at 509-548-6666, or via email at leavenworthsrcenter@gmail.com with any questions you might have.
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