Upcoming Events - Greenwood Men's Group

March 9: Visit the Herons, 2pm, Commodore Park

Hot news! The herons are back! Rich spotted at least 30 nests being made on Feb. 17 in the Commodore Park rookery. It's a great time to check out the activity before tree leaves get in the way of viewing their nests. 

Hopefully, we'll witness courtship displays such as bill duels, neck stretching, feather fluffing and on-going nest building and remodeling. Bring your binoculars for a closer look. Click here for more information about the herons.

While there, we can also saunter over to the Locks to see what is going on.

WHERE: Commodore Park, 3330 W Commodore Way, across the Ship Canal from the Ballard Locks. There is adequate parking in the area. Meet at the south  side of the locks by the metal sculptures. Van transportation will be provided, leaving GSC at 1:45pm. 

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March 16: Bocce ball, 2pm, WPLBC

Spring is almost here! Come on out and tune up your bocce skills before the summer season and reconnect with old friends.

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

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March 16: "Ripped from the Headlines" Discussion, 2pm, GSC

This is Bocce Ball day for some but you don't play bocce? Well, this is for you!

At "Ripped from the Headlines" events we will show a short video and then discuss among ourselves an important social/cultural/political current issue.

Today, the topic is Voter Suppression. What is going on that may prevent some citizens from casting their vote and having it counted? How can we help protect the right to vote? Alan and Ken will host.

WHERE: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St, upstairs in large auditorium.

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March 17 (Tuesday): "Field of Dreams", 3pm, GSC

Field of Dreams is a 1989 American sports fantasy drama film written and directed by Phil Alden Robinson, and based on Canadian novelist W. P. Kinsella's 1982 novel Shoeless Joe. The film stars Kevin Costner as a farmer who builds a baseball field in his cornfield that attracts the ghosts of baseball legends, including Shoeless Joe Jackson (Ray Liotta) and the Chicago Black Sox. Amy Madigan, James Earl Jones, and Burt Lancaster (in his final film role before his death in 1994) also star.

It was nominated for three Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Original Score, and Best Adapted Screenplay. In 2017, it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress.

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

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March 23: Protect Your Personal Security & Privacy, 2pm, GSC

What can you do to ensure your safety and privacy in this world full of scammers and other bad actors, who now use artificial intelligence for their nefarious activities? You are more at risk today that ever before. You definitely will want to attend this meeting.

Bryant, our resident security expert, will facilitate.

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

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March 30: Tour "The Hope Factory", 2pm

Sound Foundations NW builds transitional tiny homes at The Hope Factory as alternatives to tents and encampments for homeless people. Enjoy a private tour of this fascinating manufacturing facility and gain an appreciation for this important work. After the tour, they will tell us about the human side of tiny housing. 

And who knows -- maybe you'll decide to volunteer to help build these houses, as several GMGers are already doing.

GSC van transportation is available. Van leaves GSC at 1:30pm. 

WHERE: 5 S. Nevada St. The Hope Factory is situated in a gray warehouse near the Grand Central Bakery and just west of the SODO Costco. It's located near East Marginal Way S, just past the West Seattle Bridge exit.

Want to see what the "finished product" looks like? Check out the video below.

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April 2 (Thursday): Walking Group

If the weather is OK, the walking group will take a morning walk at some lovely location. Details coming soon.

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April 6: Pickleball + Cornhole, 2pm, LHCC

You have your choice of the following:

• Pickleball.
• Cornhole.
• Working out in the gym.
• Shooting some baskets.
• Visit the game room upstairs, which has a small pool table and foosball.

Or just 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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April 7 (Tuesday): Breakfast group, 9:30am, Cloudy Cafe

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

This morning we'll be at the Cloudy Cafe to enjoy food ranging from pastries to hearty breakfast dishes, all created by the French- and Indonesian-influenced chef. 

No reservations needed. Just show up.

WHERE: Cloudy Cafe, 6420 24th Ave NW. 

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April 7 (Tuesday): 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 hear about your plans.

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

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April 13: Trivia Game Day, 2pm, GSC

Your long-term memory is sharp as a tack, right? You have no idea what you had for lunch yesterday but you absolutely know that JFK's middle name was Fitzgerald. You also know that he was named after his grandfather, John "Honey Fitz" Francis Fitzgerald, the former mayor of Boston.

So come to this meeting and let's find out what else you remember. 

Today's event is a trivia game oriented to Boomers. We'll test your knowledge, associational memory and ability to claim the "dubious" achievement award (huh?). Door prize may be awarded to winning team.

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

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Future Events Under Consideration

Here's a short list. Tons of other ideas can be found elsewhere on this site.

• "Health Fair"- discussion of various health issues (e.g., sleep problems, physical fitness, etc.) + some practical work (e.g., meditation, simple exercises, breathing, etc.).
• Visit fire station.
• List of favorite restaurants.
• Visit Burke museum.
• Visit Nordic museum.
• Discussion of local political issues (density,, parking, homeless, etc.).
• Medicare advice.
• Long term care options (facilitated by Richard).
• Make tie-dye tee shirts.
• 3D printer demonstration by Fernando.

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