Senior Scene

East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, will host a Wellness Fair Thursday, April 27, 9:30 am-1:30 pm for community members 65+. Wellness Screenings (by appointment only, time slots are 9:00, 9:45, 10:30, 11:15, 12:30), workshops on women’s heart health, the Power of Friendship workshop, Avoiding Online Scams presentation, a free laptop/tablet giveaway if you qualify, Medicare/Medical assistance information, Square Dancing, and Tai Ji Quan demonstrations. Caregiving services information will also be available. Raffle for grocery store gift cards,…

“Fluidity: Identity in Swedish Glass,” a private tour at the American Swedish Institute, Tuesday, May 16. Meet at Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Bus leaves at 9 am. $22 per person. This stunning exhibit features the U.S. premiere of Swedish artist Jo Andersson’s “Being,” an immersive glass experience where visitors engage with handblown vessels to create intricate light mosaics in a darkened, soundscape gallery. Start out with the exhibit at the American Swedish Institute for the hourlong tour and…

Tara B will sing and play piano Thursday, May 18, 2-3 pm at the Columbia Heights Senior Center in John P. Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Selections include patriotic songs and springtime favorites. Treats will be served. Sign up at 763-706-3730. Cost is $3.

East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE. Caregiver support groups: Every Tuesday, 2-3 pm via Zoom. Looking for a safe and welcoming place where you can discuss the challenges, the frustrations, and the joys of caregiving? Our caregiver support groups can help you get connected to the community resources you need, meet and support other people with similar experiences, learn self-care strategies and coping techniques, vent, and share your personal experiences. Attendance is open to any adult 18+ years…

East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE. Sexuality education for older adults, Thursdays, 10 am-12 pm, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. In person. OWL is a series of 2-hour workshops over a 5-week period that uses exercises and techniques designed to reduce shame, normalize age-related changes, provide information about relationships and increase awareness of sexual choices. It takes a values-based, social justice approach to the sexuality of adults in midlife and beyond – recognizing and honoring the diversity…

East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE. Classes are free, held in person in the Tech Lounge Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 am-12:30 pm. Registration: 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. ESNS is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. Aug. 21: Telemedicine. Aug. 23: Online health resources. Aug. 28: Mobile health apps. Aug. 30: Mindfulness apps