What is the importance of contemplation and action in a spiritual life? How can we balance contemplation and action? What part does community play in developing a sense of spirituality and how do we build it?

Part of a series, attend one or all -- it's up to you.


Part of a series, you can attend all or just the one you want.

With passage of the new health care reform laws, you might be confused about what it can mean for your family. Join a panel of experts to discuss how the bill impacts us here in Oregon. This program has a special focus on people who are 50 and older. Informational materials will be available to take home.

Create original artwork in celebration of childhood! Explore memories of your childhood, or reflect upon experiences you have shared with your own children through creative writing, painting and collage.

With passage of the new health care reform laws, you might be confused about what it can mean for your family. Join a panel of experts to discuss how the bill impacts us here in Oregon. This program has a special focus on people who are 50 and older. Informational materials will be available to take home.

This series explores the meaning of spirituality; what faith traditions can offer the spiritual life; and the spiritual meaning of contemplation, action and community, with an emphasis on the universality of compassion. Sponsored by Multnomah County Library, partners with Life by Design NW, lifebydesignnw.org. This program is also made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.

With passage of the new health care reform laws, you might be confused about what it can mean for your family. Join a panel of experts to discuss how the bill impacts us here in Oregon. This program has a special focus on people who are 50 and older. Informational materials will be available to take home.

Family Heirloom Arts, Exploring the Power of Stories is a class where you'll create original artwork and write a story inspired by your family, traditions and culture! Explore how your family stories have had a significant impact in shaping who you are today and what you'll pass on to future generations.

You'll learn how to combine reproductions of your family photos and paining illustrations to create a lasting legacy. Participants will have the chance to exhibit the artwork created in the class in a special exhibition event at the Geezer Gallery in December 2010. This class is designed for beginners and experienced artists alike.

To register, contact Amy Henderson: call 971-255-0504 or email amy@geezergallery.org. $140 (half of the class fee) is required in order to hold the class.

For more information, see http://www.geezergallery.com/

Bring your lunch! Learn how diet, exercise, exposure to toxic chemicals, and stress can influence the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, diabetes, and heart disease.

This facilitated discussion demonstrates how exercise/activity programs can help aging adults stay independent and physically able.. Mastery of Aging Well is a five-part series will explore practical, research-based answers to many of your questions about aging. Each session will include a film followed by a discussion led by a skilled facilitator.  The series was produced by Oregon State University and AARP.