b'*Class details may change, call DMAC or check DMACs DES MOINES ACTIVITY CENTER Facebook page for most up to date information.Blueprint for LivingRegistration begins Thursday, August 29 at 10 am. All classes are at no-cost unless stated. Self-Defense for Seniors:Caregiver & Grief Support GroupA Must-Know Info About How Des Moines Activity Center hosts a to Protect Yourself twice-monthly caregiver and grief Programming presented by the City ofsupport group led by Cynthia Zink, Des Moines Police DepartmentGrief Recovery Method Specialist. As Everyone deserves to feel secure. Thatsa supportive, informal group, share why self-defense for seniors is such anwith others who are experiencing the important topic. As people age, theirsame joys and challenges, and who bodies tend to get slower and weaker,can empathize and offer valuable which can make them vulnerable toinsights, suggestions and resources. No registration necessary. attacks by criminals. Fortunately, there 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the monthWriting Circle are a variety of good tactics that older Time: 11 am12 pmGet together with other writers toadults can learn in order to protect connect and learn new skills. Bring yourthemselves. All fitness levels welcome. paper, pen, or laptop to work on your * Please be prepared to comeVolunteer Opportunitiesown work or craft a response to writingto all six class sessions as each prompts. Afterwards, we will have timeday builds on the next. Space isThe Activity Center could not operate to share and provide feedback. Forlimited, so only register if you canat the level it does without volunteers. writers of all genres and skill levels.guarantee that time. We have many opportunities for you Facilitated by your local librarian from Tuesdays, Wednesdays andto get involved within your community. the Des Moines Library. No registrationThursdays, October 8 -10 &Lunch provided. For more information, necessary, walk-ins welcome.October 15 -17contact (206) 878-1642. 2nd Wednesday of the monthTime: 10 am11:30 am,Kitchen Volunteers Time: 1 pm2 pm (9 hours of training)Dining room set up Lunch Hostess Special Events Team And many more!Lunch at the Des Moines Activity CenterHot lunch Ages 60+ Bring a friend and make a new one as we enjoy a nutritious meal in our dining room. Suggested donation per meal; $4.50. Please see our Facebook page or webpage www.desmoineswa.gov/senior for our current menu. Dining room opens at 9 am.MondayThursdayTime: 12 pm1 pm, lunch served 12 pm12:30 pm30|DES MOINES CITY CURRENTS|FALL 2024'