Upcoming Events - Greenwood Men's Group

October 20: Bocce Ball, 2pm, WPLBC

Looks like we're in luck! Forecast is for a cool and cloudy -- no rain. An excellent opportunity to get some fresh air and enjoy the company of your compadres.

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

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October 21 (Tuesday): Movie "Free Solo", 4pm, GSC

Breaking News!

We'll be viewing "Free Solo", a stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait of the free soloist climber Alex Honnold, as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream: to be the first to climb the face of the world’s most famous rock ... the 3,000 ft. El Capitan in Yosemite National Park ... without a rope. His climb in June 2017 was celebrated as one of the greatest athletic feats of any kind. Honnold set the ultimate standard: perfection or death.

Free Solo was directed by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin. The film premiered at the 45th Telluride Film Festival in 2018, and also screened at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival, where it won the People's Choice Award in the Documentaries category. And of course, it won an Oscar.

WARNING: The Men’s Group movie critics board does not recommend anyone in the group attempting anything demonstrated in this film. Drinking a fifth of vodka or smoking two packs a day are much safer hobbies.

BYOB, popcorn, snacks as you wish. After the movie, some of us may adjourn to a nearby establishment for food or libations.

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

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October 27: Caring for Aging People, 2pm, GSC

Are you fully prepared to care for an aging spouse, family member or close friend? And, do you have a care plan for yourself as you age and become less able?

Richard will lead a discussion about this crucial topic. He will also provide you access to some useful documents.

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

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October 30: Walk in Lincoln Park, 10am

Our Walking Group will explore parts of the 5-mile trail system in this glorious West Seattle park. Who knows, maybe we'll take the Beachfront Trail, which has spectacular views of Puget Sound and Olympics. And let's not forget to pay a visit to the troll on the Beachfront Trail -- it's one-of-a-kind!

Restrooms are not far from our starting point.

Transportation is provided. Meet at GSC at 9:30am to catch the van to the park.

WHERE: Lincoln Park, 8011 Fauntleroy Wy SW, meet at Lincoln Park #2 Parking Lot at south end of park.

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November 3: Pickleball + Cornhole, LHCC, 2pm

You have your choice of the following:

• Pickleball.
• Cornhole.
• Working out in the gym.
• Shooting some baskets.

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. 

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November 4 (Tuesday): Breakfast Group, Kona Kitchen, 10:00am

Join us for our monthly Men's Breakfast chat and chew! Find out what's going on with the other guys, tell us a wild story about your past, or bring up a provocative topic of the day.

You pay for your own meal from a separate check.

RSVP by November 1 to Scott at:  nwxsw-st@outlook.com

WHERE: Kona Kitchen, 8501 5th Ave. NE

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November 4: 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)

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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.

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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).

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