As people age, they navigate challenges related to mobility, functional changes, and finances. It’s essential to explore the myriad options that empower individuals to thrive and maintain their independence in their homes or discover fulfilling alternatives to housing.
Sixty Forward Center
205 S. Walnut Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50010
Feeling stretched caring for a family member or friend?
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a class designed to provide you, the caregiver, with skills to take care of yourself.
The series of six classes, held once each week virtually, offers tools and support to help you reduce stress, solve problems, and communicate confidently when faced with tough decisions. Questions? Visit with class leaders: Barb Dunn Swanson and Malisa Rader ptcmastertrainers@iastate.edu 515.708.0622
Cost: $60
Caregivers of Iowa cancer survivors may participate at no cost thanks to funding from the Iowa Cancer Consortium. Use coupon code CANCERIOWA when registering.
When: Fridays – Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16
Register: https://go.iastate.edu/YHM0RO
Deadline to register is Sept. 4
Dr. Timothy Stewart will teach participants about wetland biodiversity at the park. Get a close-up view of some of Ada Hayden’s wetland wildlife and learn about the species that call the wetlands home. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages.
Where: 1904 Harrison Road, SW parking lot
The owners of Wild Birds Unlimited will share their knowledge and experience on how bird feeders and proper feeding can help support local birds. This family-friendly event includes supplies to build a bird feeder to take home.
Where: 5205 Grand Ave., main shelter near the NE parking lot.
Join us for our popular blacklight event as we uncover nocturnal insects with Greg Courtney. Please note that this event begins later in the evening, at 8:30 p.m., and will meet at the southeast corner of the park near Calhoun Park.
Where: 4300 Dawes Drive, SE corner of the park
Have you been curious about adding native vegetation to your landscaping? Mike Todd, founder of Native Impact – Plants and Landscapes, will share his experience using native vegetation in urban spaces and discuss the prairie projects at Ames High School.
Meet at the NE Parking lot, main shelter
Come see how prairie roots measure up and get your hands dirty with Summer Interpreter Natasha Hoover. Learn about the benefits of prairie vegetation for building healthy soils and clean water.
This is an interactive event, so plan to get dirty.
Meet at the NE Parking lot, main shelter.
Perhaps you have a story to tell, family memories you’d like to preserve, expertise you’d like to share, or an idea you’ve always wanted to put into writing. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to write and publish a book, join us for a conversation with Kori Heuss, owner of Heuss Printing.
Over the years, Kori has worked with many authors, organizations, and individuals to bring their ideas to life in print. Through those experiences, she’s gained insight into the many paths people take from a simple idea to a finished book.
Whether you’re actively writing, organizing years of memories, exploring a book idea, or simply curious about the publishing process, this discussion is for you. We’ll talk about writing, organizing your thoughts, publishing options, and the steps involved in turning an idea into something you can hold in your hands. There will also be plenty of time for questions and conversation about your own goals and interests.
Purchase lunch from The Bistro and join us for an engaging discussion about writing, publishing, and sharing your story.
This Prime Time Alive presentation will describe possible causes of dizziness and vertigo, possible treatment, and safety considerations for those with dizziness.
Sixty Forward Center
205 S. Walnut Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50010
This Prime Time Alive program will highlight changes and updates with Medicare in 2027, what Medicare recipients should check every year, and tips on preventing fraud, errors, and abuse.
Sixty Forward Center
205 S. Walnut Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50010