Upcoming Events - Greenwood Men's Group

November 10: UW Biology Greenhouse, 2pm, UW

We will be touring the UW Biology Greenhouse. Have you ever been there?

It houses more than 6,000 plant specimens from around the world in a 20,000 sq. ft. space. A docent will tell us what's what in this world-class collection of botanical specimens.

Van transportation will be provided. Van leaves GSC at 1:30 pm.

WHERE: The Greenhouse is located in the lower level, southwest side of the Life Sciences Building, at 3747 W Stevens Way NE. See map. There are several bus routes that stop nearby on both Pacific Ave and Stevens Way.

November 17: Bocce ball, 2pm, WPLBC

WHERE: Woodland Park Lawn Bowling Club, 6150 Whitman Ave N. Click here for location map.

November 18 (Tuesday): Movie "Heaven Can Wait", 4pm, GSC

Heaven Can Wait is a 1978 American sports fantasy comedy-drama film directed by Warren Beatty and Buck Henry about a young quarterback (played by Beatty) being mistakenly taken to heaven by his guardian angel, and the resulting complications of how this mistake can be undone, given that his earthly body has been cremated. It was the second of three film adaptation of Harry Segall's 1938 play of the same name.

The film was nominated for nine Academy Awards, with Beatty becoming the second person (after Orson Welles for Citizen Kane) to be nominated for producing (Best Picture), directing (Best Director with Henry), writing (Best Adapted Screenplay with May) and acting (Best Actor) for the same film, and the film won for Best Art Direction. The cast includes Beatty, Julie Christie, and Jack Warden, all of whom had appeared in Shampoo (1975).

The film was released on June 28, 1978, by Paramount Pictures, and received positive reviews from critics, while earning a total of $98.8 million against a budget of $6 million, making it a financial success.

Bring your own beverages and snacks. Popcorn may be available.

WHERE: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St. (downstairs)

November 24: "See the Salmon", 2pm, Carkeek Park

Carkeek Park is a great place to closely observe salmon spawning, particularly chum and coho salmon, which typically return to Piper’s Creek from late October through early December. We'll watch the salmon struggle upstream to lay their eggs. A volunteer Salmon Stewards may be available to provide information and enhance the experience.

The salmon run in 2024 was historic, with as many as 1,500 salmon entering Piper's Creek in a single day. Will 2025 be as big? Let's find out!

Van transportation will be provided. Van leaves GSC at 1:30 pm.

WHERE: Carkeek Park, 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd. Meet at bottom parking lot (near the railroad bridge).

December 1: Pickleball + Cornhole, LHCC, 2pm

You have your choice of the following:

• Pickleball.
• Cornhole.
• Working out in the gym.
• Shooting some baskets.
• Board games upstairs?

You can also hang out on the sidelines and catch up with your friends.

WHERE: Loyal Heights Community Center, 2101 NW 77th St. Pickleball is inside on the basketball court. 

December 2 (Tuesday): Breakfast Group, Serendipity Cafe, 10:00am

Join us for our monthly Men's Breakfast chat and chew!

This time is special. Why? At least two Breakfast Group members think the food at Serendipity Cafe is "Five Stars" compared to some of what we've experienced at other restaurants. The staff is efficient, friendly and will treat you like visiting royalty. If you're lucky, beautiful server Morgan will pour your coffee with a demure but saucy smile. The ambience is simple, quiet and pleasant. 

Serendipity offers the usual breakfast fare. However, we can highly recommend the "Paul Lewis Special" bowl. Healthy and tasty!

So come on out and discover what's going on with the other guys, or tell us an amazing story about your past or what's going on with you right now. Or, bring up a topic of the day.

No RSVP necessary. Just show up! (Prices are reasonable).

WHERE: Serendipity Cafe, in Magnolia Village at 3222 W McGraw St., across the street from Starbucks

Serendipity Cafe

Red dot shows Serendipity location

December 2: Collaboration Team meeting, 2pm, GSC

Want to have a voice in deciding what GMG will be doing in the future? Come to our meeting and share what's on your mind.

If you're involved in a micro group, we especially would like to see you to hear about your plans.

WHERE: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St. (downstairs library)

December 8: "Show and Tell" meeting, 2pm, GSC

What do you have that we haven't seen before -- or that we don't know about? Show us anything of personal significance to you and share with us the story behind it. Some examples:

• Keepsakes and Mementos: Souvenirs from past travels, a collection of vintage concert tickets, an old military uniform, or an antique manual.
• Heirlooms or family objects: A pocketwatch, an antique tool, or a piece of jewelry with a personal history.
• Artifacts of achievement: An item that represents a personal milestone, like a trophy or a memento from a special event. 
• Old photographs: A photo from a significant moment.
• A tool or object related to a hobby: Something from your favorite pastime, like a fishing lure,, a handcrafted item, or special tool you used.
• Unique/Historical items: A piece of the Berlin Wall, a rare book, or something with an interesting historical anecdote attached.
• A collector's item: Something from your personal collection -- coins, stamps, comic books, etc.
• Favorite book or piece of  music: What is your all-time favorite or one that changed your perspective?
• A vehicle: The story behind your favorite car or one you drove for a long time.

WHERE: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St. (downstairs)

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