Tea dates back to the 5th century BCE and is the second most consumed drink worldwide after water. Explore its history and role in colonial empire building, types, cultivation, processing methods, top producers, and countries that drink it most. Sponsored by Brookdale Meridian Boulder.This program is sponsored by Brookdale Meridian Boulder.
Course #39671
Where: East Age Well Center
Date: Monday, January 27
Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
No Fee
Explore experience-based approaches for developing and cultivating well-being in daily life. Extensive research demonstrates that happiness and well-being may emerge out of facing anger, depression, and grief. Come with an open mind and a willingness to listen and share openly. Discussion topics will vary each session. Facilitator: Jim Kettering holds a BS in Social Science, an MA in Psychology and Counseling, and an EdD from the UNC School for Educational Change and Development.
Course #40203
Where: West Age Well Center
Dates: Tuesday, January 28
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
No Fee
"The Wizard of Oz" (1939) An American musical film adaptation of L. Frank Baum's 1900 children's fantasy novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" where Dorothy meets characters such as a scarecrow, a tin man, and a lion, before seeking help from the Wizard to return home to family. See what happens after “Wicked!” in the “The Wizard of Oz” timeline. Co-sponsored by Boulder Older Adult Services and the Boulder Public Library District. Please arrive early to get settled and find a seat, coffee will be provided by library staff prior to the film. Doors open at 12:30, movie begins at 1:00 p.m.
Course #38863
Where: Boulder Library Canyon Theater, 1000 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302
Date: Friday, January 24
Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.
No Fee
NEW! Groundworks Art Lab Printmaking Class
Explore the art of printmaking in this introductory class. Each monthly session features a different print project, such as printing on paper, creating cards, or printing on fabric. Class includes instructor demonstrations and hands-on assistance designed for all levels of experience. This program is sponsored through generous community donations.
Course #40127
Where: East Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 3
Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Course #39680
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Friday, February 21
Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
The winter theme for this dialogue group is “Old Ideas/New Creations”. Come with the intention of being kind, open, honest, present, willing to share and listen to one another. Facilitators will utilize whole-group and small-group activities and dialogues on topics identified by the group. Facilitators: Jackie Nelson, John King and Sally King bring a wide variety of skills and experience in group facilitation.
Course #39789
Where: West Age Well Center
Dates: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 6 and 20
Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
No Fee
Participants will learn an intricate paper folding technique from early 20th century Holland called “Iris Folding” to create a valentine card. Colored paper strips will be folded in half and placed one-by-one on the inside of a numbered pattern. The card will be complete when reaching the center of the pattern, known as the “iris.” Instructor Joy Weinstein, a former art teacher for Denver Public Schools, continues to teach locally and participate in art events and festivals.
Card Making Class
Course #40201
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Friday, February 7
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: R/NR $15/$19
Purple Art invites participants to explore creativity through a series of mixed media art projects, encouraging free expression without judgment or prior experience. Guided by Cindy and Abby, participants receive support and enjoy a welcoming environment filled with humor and fun. Instructors: Abby Sivy and Cindy Parker are the owners of Bohemia, LLC, a local art studio that provides innovative, expressive art programs across the Front Range with older adults.
Course #39691
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 10
Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $15/$19
Come prepared to write, listen, and share inner wisdom through humor, truth-telling and spirit. Facilitator: Jackie Nelson, MFA is an experienced teacher with a lifelong practice of journal writing.
Course #39790
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: 3rd Thursday, February 20
Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
No Fee
Groundworks Art Lab Pottery Classes
Groundworks Art Lab Boulder offers monthly hand building classes. Participants will learn about the three fundamentals of pottery to make functional and whimsical pieces: pinch pots, coils, and slabs. All materials and tools provided, and all work will be processed at the Groundworks Art Lab facility. No experience necessary.
Course #39685
Where: East Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 10
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Course #39688
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Wednesday, February 19
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
This program is designed for individuals living with neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and accompanied by a caregiver or partner. This program is sponsored through generous community donations.
Course #39791
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: 2nd Tuesdays, February 11
Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
No Fee
Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) brings independent films and discussion to older adults. One week prior to the online facilitated discussion, participants will receive an email with an online link to view the film. Please watch the film beforehand, as the film will not be viewed during the online discussion.
“No Legs. All Heart” Feature Documentary 89min US / English 2023. André Kajlich seeks to become the first double amputee to complete the Race Across America—a grueling 12-day, 3,082-mile bike race. Directed by Emmy® Award-winning cinematographer Pablo Durana, and produced by Oscar®, Emmy®, and Peabody® Award-winning filmmakers Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine, the film explores resilience, overcoming addiction, and the challenges faced to forge a unique path in life.
Course #40288
Where: Online
Date: Monday, February 10
Time: 2 – 3 p.m.
No Fee
Explore experience-based approaches for developing and cultivating well-being in daily life. Extensive research demonstrates that happiness and well-being may emerge out of facing anger, depression, and grief. Come with an open mind and a willingness to listen and share openly. Discussion topics will vary each session. Facilitator: Jim Kettering holds a BS in Social Science, an MA in Psychology and Counseling, and an EdD from the UNC School for Educational Change and Development.
Course #40203
Where: West Age Well Center
Dates: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, February 11 and 25
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
No Fee
Formed after World War II, the European Union established a unified trading bloc for Western Europe. Over time, the EU has expanded, encountering challenges with the integration of Central and Eastern European nations and Brexit, the first withdrawal of a member state. Examine the EU's historical roots, its development, and key issues shaping its future. Sponsored by The Pearl at Boulder Creek and Brookdale Meridian Boulder.
Course #39674
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Wednesday, February 12
Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
No Fee
In December 2024, after more than a decade of periodic civil war in Syria, rebel forces took the capital of Damascus and ended the government of Bashar al Assad. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand Syria's complex history and how a five-decade long Assad dictatorship could end in the course of a few days. Sponsored by Brookdale Meridian Boulder.
Course #39673
Where: East Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 24
Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
No Fee
Receive guided instruction in studying and drawing birds using colored pencils. Basic art materials provided. No experience necessary. Instructor: OSMP Naturalist Linda Gerstle. Course #40111
Where: East Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 24
Time: 9 a.m. – noon
No Fee
Using the universal language of dance, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance honors the African Diaspora, explores the human condition, champions social justice, unites people of all ages and races, and ultimately celebrates the complexity of life through movement.
Course #40797
Where: Macky Auditorium
Date: Sunday, February 16
Time: 3 – 5:30 p.m.
No Fee
Pat has lived a life of adventures and amazing encounters. This month, Pat’s stories will include a rowboat rescue on the Atlantic Ocean, scuba challenges in the Puget Sound and beyond, a Grand Canyon rescue, and more. Pat Peterson is an author, Boulder native, and former Fulbright Teaching Fellow with a lifetime of stories to share.
Course #40089
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Tuesday, February 18
Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
No Fee
BLDG 61 makerspace staff will guide participants through a personal sewing project. All materials provided and attendees will leave with a completed creation. No prior experience necessary.
Course #40122
Where: Boulder Library Bldg 61 Makerspace
1000 Canyon Blvd, Boulder
Date: Wednesday, February 26
Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
No Fee
Dichroic Fused Glass Art Workshop
Create unique fused glass art using pre-cut bases and colorful dichroic glass embellishments. Dichroic refers to objects that show two different colors depending on angle or lighting. Each participant will be guided to create two one-of-a-kind pendants or magnets. Finished pieces are kiln fired at the SweetArts Glass Studio and returned to the Age Well Center for pickup. Instructor: Melissa Sweetser is a longtime Boulder resident with over 10 years experience in glass art and a passion for bringing workshops to older adults in the Front Range.
NOW TWO CLASSES!
Course #40689
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 24
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fee: R/NR $20/$24
Course #40259
Where: West Age Well Center
Date: Monday, February 24
Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $20/$24
During this 45-minute factory tour, learn the history of this Boulder founded tea company and each step of the tea making process from sourcing raw ingredients to packaging. Before and after the tour, sip complimentary tea samples and browse a gallery of original art featured on tea boxes.
Course #40696
Where: Celestial Seasonings,
4600 Sleepytime Dr., Boulder
Date: Tuesday, February 25
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: R/NR $7/$9
"My Fair Lady" (1964) 2h50min is a musical film based on the Broadway production. The story features Professor Henry Higgins (Rex Harrison), who attempts to transform working-class Eliza Doolittle (Aubrey Hepburn) into a refined member of society. Themes include a critique of class hierarchies and the influence of language on social status. Please arrive early to find a seat, coffee provided by library staff prior to film. Doors open at 12:30, movie begins at 1:00 p.m. Due to the length of the film, an intermission will be included in the screening.
Course #40093
Where: Boulder Library Canyon Theater
1000 Canyon Blvd, Boulder
Date: Friday, February 21
Time: 1 – 4:30 p.m.
No Fee
Visit the Denver Art Museum, one of the largest between Chicago and the West Coast. Explore over 70,000 works of art across 12 diverse collections, featuring architecture and design, photography, modern and contemporary pieces, textiles, ancient American artifacts, pre-1900s European and American art, Indigenous arts of North America, and art from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Oceania, and the American West. Enjoy refreshments at Café Gio inside the museum during free time (self-pay). Deadline to register is Tuesday, March 4 by 5 p.m.
Course #40796
Where: Meet at East Age Well Center
Date: Trip on Tuesday, March 11
Time: 12:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Fee: R/NR $39/$48