1 R Special Advertising Section | Sunday, March 26, 2023 9 continued from page 5 director, says that these lectures tend to attract folks who enjoy attending museum openings and symphony performances, or eating out and traveling. Up until the pandemic, gatherings drew 400 to 500 attendees, and up to 700 in Seattle, which Brennan calls a “super vibrant market.” Surveys have shown that about 65% of attendees are in the 50- to 70-year-old range. “If you’re predisposed to learning,” Brennan says, “you’re probably going to age better.” Some of the most popular lectures over the years have included “Hamilton Versus Jefferson,”“The Science of Happiness” and “The Genius and Rivalry of Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla.” The One Day University program is rebooting and soon will dip back into live events that showcase several professors in a single day, including one planned for Seattle in June. Attendees must register online at onedayu.com/seattle-series-aarp. Brennan finds it “very rewarding to see people enjoying the content,” and he notices a common thread of intellectual curiosity among attendees. The social aspect is no doubt a major draw, too, joyfully witnessed during chatty coffee breaks between speakers. “If you’re in a room of 500 people also interested in Abraham Lincoln, it’s an instant conversation starter,” he says. Continuing education Other learning opportunities are available through established learning facilities like North Seattle College. Myra Kaha, the school’s director of continuing education, says a significant number of the student population are older adults — 26%were born between 1946 and 1964 (the Baby Boomer generation) and 2% between 1928 and 1945. “Currently, we have a robust population of senior students who register for highly popular art classes, movement classes and birding classes,” says Kaha, although none are designed specifically for seniors. In addition to North Seattle’s offerings, Seattle Central College has a new program for seniors. To learn more about its Senior Series, visit ce.seattlecentral.edu/category/broadway-hill-club. Kaha says learning something new stretches your brain, “creating new neuro pathways and keeps you nimble.” “Continuing education classes provide opportunities to continue to be mentally engaged, stay active and socialize with other like-minded individuals,” she says. Our November edition of Aging Well featured stories about the many health benefits of yoga and meditation. If you’re looking for a fun, free way to use these practices to restore and reconnect, an event in Seattle this month may be just right for you. SAM Body & Mind, presented by the Seattle Art Museum, begins with a 60-minute yoga class by Take Care Yoga that will focus on building strength, balance, flexibility and heart. Once you’re centered, it’s time for a sound bowl performance by Biom. These sound healers use music, plant and light therapy to help clear the mind, release stressful energy and reach a deep meditative state. The event concludes with an art activity focused on self reflection, inspired by the artwork in the Olympic Sculpture Park. April 29 at 9 a.m. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis at the Olympic Sculpture Park Pavilion Learn More EstateTeams.com | 425.324.7077 | Est. 1986 Estate Appraisals & Sales | Private Consignments Estate Management | Real Estate Brokerage Services Full-Service Family Estate Management WE ARE HERE WHEN YOU NEED US... Looking for a doctor? At One Medical Seniors, we believe in building strong relationships with our patients and the local community. We are currently offering in-practice and community events to keep our senior population healthy and connected. Join us for an upcoming event and bring your friends and family! To learn more, call 206.590.4030 or visit OneMedicalSeniorsWA.com. Medicare 101 April 5, at 2pm Federal Way Practice 1414 S 324th St Ste B207 Federal Way, WA 98003 Medicare 101 April 12, at 11am Renton Practice 64 Rainier Ave S Renton, WA 98057 Tour Day April 20, at 11am Central District Practice 306 23rd Ave S Ste 200 Seattle, WA 98144
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