Save the Date for These Upcoming Events

Technology Matching Fund Grant Information Sessions

Become a Big Brother or Big Sister! Big Sister Leslee Miller and Little Sister Lupita attend a special event together. Leslie and Lupita have been matched for over three years and see each other at least twice a month. They enjoy talking, swimming, going to plays and movies together. To learn more about the Big Brothers and Big Sisters, see the information below. ________________________

Wednesday, February 4
Jefferson Community Center
3801 Beacon Ave S
Seattle 98144
10:30 a.m. to noon

Saturday, February 7
Miller Community Center
330 19th Ave E
Seattle 98112
10:30 a.m. to noon

The City of Seattle is seeking applications for the 2009 Bill Wright Technology Matching Fund (TMF). The fund supports projects that reach technology-underserved communities, including older adults and people with disabilities, thereby increasing "digital inclusion." To learn more about the grant process, attend the TMF Grant Information Session. Program staff and past recipients will be available to answer questions about the grant program. Grant deadline is March 9, 2009. For more information, go to www.seattle.gov/tech/tmf.

Village Concept Information Sessions

Northeast Seattle Library
6801 - 35th Ave NE
Seattle 98115

• Wednesday, February 4, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• Friday, March 13, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

A grassroots community is now forming in NE Seattle that will be dedicated to insuring that as we grow older, we can continue to live in our own home, in the neighborhood we love. It's called the Village Concept and is an innovative, new approach to aging in place that is inspiring persons 50 plus to organize, incorporate, and take charge. These "virtual villages" build community and help reduce social isolation and are modeled after Beacon Hill Village in Boston. Contact Debbie Anderson at 206-527-0241 or anderson.deborah8@gmail.com for more information.

Sound Steps Spring Training Kick Off

Saturday, February 7
9:30 a.m. to noon
Jefferson Community Center
3801 Beacon Ave S
Seattle 98144

Join the Sound Steps team as we train for three levels of walking challenge. Choose from the St. Patty's Day 5K on March 15, Lake Union Loop 10K on April 25, or the Rock-N-Roll Half Marathon (13.1 miles) on June 27, or walk all three! Weekly group training and additional support will prepare you to reach your goal. Beginning walkers welcome! RSVP and request a training packet by calling Mari Becker at 206-684-4664. Open to walkers ages 50+.

Aging & Memory Loss

Saturday, February 7
Kawabe Memorial House
221 18th Ave S
Seattle
10:00 a.m. – noon

Worried about losing important memories as you or your loved ones age? Come to a free informational forum featuring Guest Speaker Julie Moorer, a local RN with more than 20 years of experience in caring for seniors.

Learn what's normal, what's not, and what you can do about it, including the link between Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer’s, and early detection and treatment. Space is limited, so please RSVP to Connie Devaney at 206-322-4550 or connie.devaney@gmail.com.

Senior Citizens' Lobby Day

Tuesday, February 17
United Churches
110 11th Ave SE
Olympia

The annual Senior Lobby day program will include Governor Christine Gregoire, Insurance Commissioner Representatives and Rob McKenna, Attorney General. Following lunch, attendees can meet with their legislator. Make an appointment with your legislator in advance, by accessing Find Your Legislator and then e-mail or phone for an appointment. For more information and to register for this event, go to www.waseniorlobby.org.

Generation BIG Information Session

West Seattle Senior Center
4217 SW Oregon Street
Seattle

• February 18, 2:00 p.m.
• February 24, 10:00 a.m.

You can make BIG difference in the life of a child. Becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister is a fun and easy way to benefit the West Seattle Community in a BIG way. All you have to do is spend time having fun with a local child! Attend one of two information sessions on February 18 or February 24 to learn more. Volunteers will be paired with a Little Brother or Sister at Highland Park Elementary School where they will talk, have fun, and work on academics together. Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound for more information: 1-877-700-BIGS or 206-763-9060.