Personal Enrichment
Hands Only CPR / AED
In this non-certified class, you will learn a Lifesaving Technique by offering Hands-Only CPR to a person in need. You will also learn the importance of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), when they are needed and how to use one. Register in Advance; Space is limited
Instructor: Nancy Law, McMinnville Fire and Life Safety Volunteer
Location ............................................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Mon, Sep 9 ................... 10:00 – 11:30a ................... $5
Mon, Nov 4 ................... 10:00 – 11:30a ................... $5
ETHICS AND SOCIETY DISCUSSION
Ethics and society discussions are vital for fostering a fair and just world, and they help us navigate the complexities of modern life. Each week will be a different topic. Register in Advance; Space is limited
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... All
Mon, Sep 9 - 30 .............................. 2:00p
Cost ....................................................... FREE!
SMART DRIVER COURSE - AARP
A class designed to help sharpen driving skills, prevent crashes, and keep older drivers on the road longer and more safely. Completion of the course could result in a reduction of your insurance premium. Participants must attend both days. Pre-registration is required by calling (503)435-0407. *Save $5 with AARP Membership.
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 21+
Mon/Tue, Sep 23, 24 .................... 9:30a - 1:00p
Mon/Tue, Nov 18, 19 .................... 9:30a - 1:00p
Cost ....................................................... $20*/$25
BEGINNING CRIBBAGE
Ethics and society discussions are vital for fostering a fair and just world, and they help us navigate the complexities of modern life. Each week will be a different topic. Register in Advance; Space is limited
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... All
Wed, Oct 2 - 30 .............................. 10:00a - 11:30a
Cost ....................................................... $5
WRITING A MEMOIR
Interested in telling your life story? We will be working on weekly writing projects that will help pull your life’s story together. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................ Margo Bowman
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 16+
Wed, Oct 2 - Nov 13 ..................... 1:00p - 3:00p
Cost ....................................................... $30
Alheimer's and Dementia Education Series
Join professionals with the Alzheimer’s Association to discuss the warning signs, differences between Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and the science behind the physical and cognitive health when aging.
10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER'S
Gain an understanding of the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer's. The topics covered: 10 warning signs; overview of Alzheimer's disease; risk factors; what is involved in getting a diagnosis treatment, planning for the future and participating in clinical trials.
Presenter: Alzheimer's Association
Location ............................................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Wed, Aug 21 ..................... 2:00p – 3:00p ................... FREE
UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER'S AND DEMENTIA
Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. It affects people in varying ways and has a ripple effect on the lives of those who interact with them. Understanding what is happening to a person with Alzheimer’s is key to interacting effectively and providing quality care.
Presenter: Alzheimer's Association
Location ............................................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Wed, Sep 18 ..................... 2:00p – 3:00p ................... FREE
HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY
Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. Participants will receive a workbook with hands-on-tools to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
Presenter: Alzheimer's Association
Location ............................................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Wed, Oct 16 ..................... 2:00p – 3:00p ................... FREE
Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum Presentations
METEORITES: AMBASSADORES TO EARTH FROM OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
Did you know that every 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year an average of between 50 to 100 tons of material from our Solar System lands on the Earth? Much of it falls as tiny specks of dust. But every so often, something more spectacular arrives, like it did in Russia a few years back. Come learn more about METEORITES, the bigger pieces of all that stuff from our solar system falling onto the surface of the Earth!
Presenters .......................................... Donn Anderson
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 16+
Tues, Sep 10 ...................................... 10:00a
Cost ....................................................... FREE!
THE SEARCH FOR WATER NEAR JUPITER
Where might there be a sub surface ocean near Jupiter? The moon Europa! Come find out about the Europa Clipper, NASAs Flagship Mission that will repeatedly investigate Jupiter’s fascinating icy ocean moon!
Presenters .......................................... Donn Anderson
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 16+
Tues, Oct 8 ...................................... 10:00a
Cost ....................................................... FREE!
POWERING DEEP SPACE MISSIONS WITH ELECTRICITY
Every deep space mission presents a power supply challenge. Whatever system is chosen must generate electrical power for long periods of time while minimizing potential safety problems during launch from Earth. How is that done?
Presenters .......................................... John Jennings
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 16+
Tues, Nov 12 ...................................... 10:00a
Cost ....................................................... FREE!
THE BOLD MISSION OF APOLLO 8
In December, 1968, NASA took a BIG risk to completely leave the safety of Earth orbit and send 3 astronauts off to be first to the moon! Come hear the story behind this historic flight.
Presenters .......................................... Donn Anderson
Location .............................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ....................................................... 16+
Tues, Dec 10 ...................................... 10:00a
Cost ....................................................... FREE!
