VOLUME XXVII, June 2, 2021

FREE Summer Kick-Off Event

Swing by the Senior Activity Center on June 24 for a FREE Summer kick-off event! This event will be drive-thru style and will run from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Come say hello to our staff, grab some FREE summer goodies, and enjoy a FREE hot dog meal.

Hot dog meals will be provided by Big Dog's food truck and will include one classic hot dog, one bag of chips, and one water bottle.

The Summer Kick-Off Drive-Thru event is FREE, but pre-registration and tickets are required. Call the Senior Center at (253) 856-5150 to reserve your spot!
Please note: this event is for adults 50 years and older only. 

Senior Needs Assessment: DISCUSSION GROUPS

We want to hear from you!

As part of the City of Kent’s Senior Needs Assessment, we will be conducting discussion groups to learn more about what we can do to better serve older adults and seniors in our community. Interested participants will have two opportunities to engage: an in-person session at the Senior Activity Center and a virtual session held via Zoom.

DISCUSSION GROUP TIMES:

• In-Person: Tuesday, June 22 from 10:00am - 11:30am
• Virtual: Monday, June 28 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm

To participate, please RSVP by calling the Senior Activity Center directly at (253) 856-5150 or email us at SeniorActivityCenter@KentWA.gov.

Health & Wellness

SENIOR FITNESS CENTER

Join us by appointment only on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Call (253) 856-5150 to schedule your workout! • 1-hour appointments available • Limited number of people each hour • Masks must be worn at all times

HEALTH SERVICES

Individual Counseling

By Appointment Only.
One-on-one counseling sessions are provided by Valley Cities Counseling; appointments are held via phone or Zoom. Call us (253) 856-5150 to schedule an appointment.

Foot Clinic

Tuesdays, By Appointment Only.
At the Foot Clinic, licensed nail technicians from Karen’s Foot Care will provide routine foot care services. A technician will complete an assessment of your feet then soak them, trim the nails, and file and pad corns/calluses. To schedule your appointment, call us on the foot care message line at (253) 856-5159.

Healthy Smiles Dental By Appointment Only. Licensed and registered dental hygienist Darcy Spencer-Wenger provides oral hygiene services for older adults age 50 and older. Safety is our priority; all appointments are one-on-one with only staff present. Please call the Healthy Smiles message line at (206) 650-3272 to schedule your appointment.

Virtual Programs

FITNESS

FUNDED BY KING COUNTY VSHS LEVY

Join our virtual Zoom fitness classes - FREE OF CHARGE! Registration is required, classes are limited to 20 participants. Zoom links will be emailed to registered participants. Instructors will have modifications of exercises if needed.

To register for a class, email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov or call us at (253) 856-5150. We'll see you online! 

Yoga for All

Work to increase flexibility and relaxation through deep stretching and gentle movement in this class. This style compliments all yoga practices.

Course #72679   Mondays   12:00pm - 1:00pm   June 14 - 28
Instructor: Trudy Miller

Core Strength

Designed to build a strong torso and back while also improving posture.

Course #72463   Mondays   2:00pm - 3:00pm   June 7 - 28
Instructor: Roxanne Matera

Beginning Yoga

This class will teach basic yoga poses to strengthen, lengthen, and relax your body.

Course #72467   Tuesdays   11:00am - 12:00pm   June 1 - 29
Instructor: Jenny Hall

Zumba Gold

This is a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity.

Course #72462   Tuesdays   5:00pm - 6:00pm   June 1 - 29
Instructor: Christy Weitz

Back to Fitness Basics

Curls, squats, and lunges are the focus in this class to help you condition leaner, stronger muscles!

Course #72465   Wednesdays   2:00pm - 3:00pm   June 2 - 30
Instructor: Roxanne Matera

Circuit Mix

This class teaches a combination of aerobic conditioning and strength training that brings variety to your fitness regimen.

Course #72471   Wednesdays   5:30pm - 6:30pm   June 9 - 30
Instructor: Fabiana Steele

Full Body Fitness

Full Body Fitness consists of movement patterns that incorporates the lower body, upper body, and core.

Course #72469   Thursdays   12:00pm - 1:00pm   June 3 - 24
Instructor: Fern Barrick

Zumba

Join the "fitness-party" in this class for a total-body workout that feels like a celebration.

Course #72475   Thursdays   5:30pm - 6:30pm   June 3 - 24
Instructor: Fabiana Steele

Strength and Conditioning

Check out this virtual class if you're interested in improving your body composition, increasing flexibility, and developing muscular strength and endurance!

Course #72466   Fridays   12:00pm - 1:00pm   June 4 - 25
Instructor: Roxanne Matera

ZOOM GROUPS

Social Support Group

Mondays, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us every Monday for this online (Zoom) group where you can meet new friends, talk about topics of interest or concern and receive support and encouragement.
This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.

Please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov for registration.

Grief Support Group

Wednesdays, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for this online (Zoom) group where we will discuss the five stages of grief, learn about healing and receive support and encouragement. 
This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.

Please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov for registration.

TAI CHI

Thursdays, 9:00am - 10:00am Join us for this online Zoom group designed as gentle movement activities that will assist with improving balance and decreasing stress. Mindful meditation (which is part of Tai Chi) can help reduce the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.

This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.

Please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov for registration.

BE WELL WORKSHOPS

Wednesday, June 9, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Celebrate Father's Day together and learn about the history of this important holiday.

Wednesday, June 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Welcome Summer, including the Summer Solstice, by talking about summer plans and recipes.

Be Well Workshops are facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.

Please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov for registration.

In-Person Programs

FLY TYING GROUP

MONDAYS, 10:00am - 12:00pm Fly Tying is back at the Senior Activity Center! Join some angling friends and tie flies. Please note that you will need to bring your own equipment and take it home with you after each session. Masks, health screening, and social distancing will be required. Call us at (253) 856-5150 to reserve your spot!

TATTERED PAGES BOOK CLUB

Join us in person at the Kent Senior Activity Center the first Wednesday of every month from 1:00pm - 2:30pm to discuss monthly book selections with other avid readers!

New members are always welcome whether you have read the monthly selection or not. Please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov prior to each meeting to be added to our registration list. Face masks and health screening are required.

Book Selections:

July 7: American Fire
Monica Hesse – non-fiction

August 4: Sold on a Monday
Kristina McMorris – Fiction

CORNHOLE & PING PONG

Drop by the Senior Activity Center to check out the newly added outdoor recreation games area! Both Corn Hole and Ping Pong are available for your use at any time on a drop-in basis if you have your own Corn Bags or Ball and Paddles.

The Cornhole and Ping Pong areas are FREE to use and no registration is required in order to use them. Both outdoor games are available to use on a first-come, first-served basis.

LINE DANCING

MONDAYS, two sessions (10:00am-10:45am AND 12:00pm - 12:45pm)
Line Dancing classes begin Monday, June 7! Reservation required as spots are limited. To reserve your spot, call the Senior Activity Center directly at (253) 856-5150.

Available Classes:

• Beginner: 10:00am - 10:45am
• Improver: 11:00am - 11:45am
  • Optional open dance (minimal review) from 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Classes will take place weekly on Mondays. Interested participants may only register for one class per day. Social distancing, masks, and class size guidelines will be followed. Participants will enter through the main door for a temperature and COVID symptom check, then sign in. Unfortunately, no observers will be allowed until guidelines upgrade.

Please Note: these are temporary time slots and will change when lunch programs and other classes resume.

Outdoor Recreation: "Meet Up" Trips

We are so excited for our "Meet Up" trips! We will be offering, fishing, hiking, and golf "Meet Up" adventures. Please call us at (253) 856-5150 to request a detailed flyer about these trips, or to register. All current COVID-19 safety precautions will be followed.

Hiking trips are limited to 10 hikers, but a waitlist will be established and additional hikes will be added if space becomes available. 

FISHING

REGISTRATION IS OPEN for our upcoming “Meet Up” fishing trips!

Our "Meet Up" fishing trips are adventures that are hosted and escorted, but you will need to provide your own transportation to and from the destination.

Let’s get out and chase some fish!

OFFUTT LAKE
This productive multi-species lake holds Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, and Blue Gill. All methods of angling are productive, including fly fishing. Rental boats and dock space are available at Offutt Lake Resort.

Request a flyer for all details.

Registration Information:
Course #72766
Wednesday, June 9
8:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: $10 (plus boat or dock rental costs)

PUGET SOUND SALMON FISHING
Summer on the sound means a nice mix of kings and silver salmon available to the angler. We’ll fish with “Best Seattle Fishing Charters” - they really know the fishery and our chances for success are good! The boat is 28’ with a cabin and fish a maximum of 6 anglers. Join us for an exciting day of salmon fishing on the beautiful Puget Sound!

Registration Information:
Course #72719
Wednesday, July 28
5:00am - 1:00pm
Cost: $239

HIKING

REGISTRATION IS OPEN for our upcoming “Meet Up” hiking trips!

Attention hikers! It’s time to get together and hit the trails for some spring hiking. Each month we’ll offer two hiking "Meet Up" trips before our new summer season begins. These escorted trips will meet at the trail head. Directions will be sent upon confirmation of registration.

FLAMING GEYSER PARK
We’ll hike the perimeter trail through the park then up into the lower Green River Gorge. This hike is 6 miles round trip with 300’ of elevation gain.

Registration Information:
Course #72707
Thursday, June 3
9:00am - 2:00pm
Cost: $10

LODGE LAKE - SNOQUALMIE PASS
Our first hike in the higher country. This hike climbs and traverses the Snoqualmie ski area, then heads into the woods over the back side and ends at Lodge Lake.

Registration Information:
Course #72708
Wednesday, June 23
8:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: $10

GOLFING

Explore 4 different regional courses and make new golfing friends on these golf outings. On each of these "Meet Up" trips, we will play 9 holes and then enjoy lunch at the club house or a local eatery. Meet up times are scheduled for 9:00am but may vary slightly once tee times are confirmed.  Driving directions and information will be sent to registered participants upon registration. Each golfer is responsible for their own transportation, green fees, cart (optional), and lunch.

Registration Information:
Course #72762   Tuesday, June 15   Enumclaw Golf Course   $10
Course #72763   Tuesday, July 13   Maplewood Golf Course   $10
Course #72764   Tuesday, August 17   High Cedars Golf Course   $10
Course #72765   Tuesday, September 21   Madrona Links Golf Course   $10

"FEET FIRST" GUIDED AND SELF-GUIDED WALKS

“Feet First” will be facilitating several walks in the Kent area. Both guided and non-guided walks will be available. For more information contact Chris Ensor at ctrails@comcast.net. View more online at FeetFirst.org.

LEADER-GUIDED WALK: LAKE FENWICK PARK TRAIL AND STAIRCASE
Sunday, June 13
11:00am

We will meet by the boat ramp at the south entrance of the park. Group will depart at 11:00am sharp! Look for the “Kent Walk Here” sign on Lake Fenwick Road. Walk is 3.0 miles in distance and will go up and down 300 feet, including steep sections of trail and staircase. It should take approximately 2 hours to complete.

SELF-GUIDED WALK: GREEN RIVER TRAIL FROM HOGAN PARK
Wednesday, June 16
9:00am - 11:00am

To complete this walk, arrive to Hogan Park and look for the walk event sign by the second park entrance off Russell Road. You'll head south along the Green River Trail from Hogan Park and will also enjoy a section of the new Meeker Street Trail. Walk at your own pace following trail markers for a 3.0 mile out and back walk.

This walk is self-guided but there will be volunteer staff to assist with information and directions. Please allow 1 hour to walk and finish by 11am.

Brain Teasers

Twice a month, enjoy a themed selection of brain teasers! Brain teasers include crossword puzzles and word searches, and helps to keep our brains sharp! These activities can be sent to interested individuals via email or postal mail. Answers will be provided to check your work against Please email us at senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov to sign up and receive the activities.

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