Art opportunity for seniors: Drawing Flora

Art opportunity for seniors: Drawing Flora! Led by local artist McKy Karvounis.

Monday September 14, 2026 from 12-2pm at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center.

McKy will walk you through the steps to draw various types of flowers and plants. Finish the class with a garden piece you will love!

This class is a collaboration with the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center and is $20 for senior center members ($25 for non members). Open to all adults ages 55 and over.

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Support the senior center! Eat more chocolate! October 24, 2026

Support local businesses! Support the senior center! Eat more chocolate!

Saturday October 24, 2026 from 11am to 3pm

Seven small-business local chocolate makers and chocolatiers are coming together on Saturday October 24, 2026 for a fun afternoon of chocolate! Meet the makers, taste their handmade artisanal chocolates, and if you find a favorite, they will have some for sale.

Early-bird tickets for the 2026 Shoreline Chocolate Festival are on sale Monday, August 24, 2026.

Early-bird ticket price: $20

Tickets are available online or by calling 206-365-1536 or visiting the Shoreline Senior Center 18560 1st Ave NE, Bldg G, Shoreline WA 98155.

• 100% of ticket sales go to supporting programs and operations at the Shoreline Senior Center. 
• 100% of sales at the event go directly to the vendors.

Participating Vendors: 

• Chocolate Man
• Cocoa Legato
• Allelon Chocolate
• Dolcetta Chocolate
• Brugge Chocolates
• Bon Chocolats
• Cocoa Legato

Support local businesses! Support the senior center! Eat more chocolate!

Tickets will be available at www.shorelineseniorcenter.org/chocolate/

Tickets can also be purchased directly through the senior center at 206-365-1536

This festival is made possible in part by our generous sponsors:

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QiGong classes at the Senior Activity Center on Fridays

NEW CLASS! QiGong - Whether you spell it Qigong, Chi Gung, or another way, come see how focused breathing, connected to gentle movement, supports whole-body health. 

Experience the healing energy of Qi when supported by the calm of meditation in this ongoing group practice. 

Facilitated by volunteer Rich Williams. Available on a drop in basis.

• WHEN: Fridays from 10:00 - 11:00am
• COST: Members $4/ class – Nonmembers $8/ class
• LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
• REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Child car seat check event July 25, 2026 at Senior Activity Center in Shoreline

KidVantage's certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians are holding a car seat check event on Saturday, July 25th from 10am to 1pm at the Shoreline Senior Center!

There is no fee associated with the event. Donations of $10 are encouraged to help purchase car seats for local families who cannot afford them.
You can visit this page or scan the QR code to register now!
Shoreline Senior Activity Center: 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

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Pen & Ink drawing class cancelled

The Pen & Ink drawing class at the Shoreline Senior Activity Center has been cancelled due to insufficient registrations.

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Never Grow Up - Science Fun with Marlin Martin

Never Grow Up - Science Fun with Marlin

Join Marlin Martin, retired physics/chemistry teacher for an hour of timeless hands-on science experiments like a garden pinwheel made from recycled materials. 

Bring your grandkids or just bring your friends and be kids again!

• WHEN: Friday, July 10, 2026 - 11:15 - 12:15
• COST: Free
• LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
• REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center (206) 365 1536

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CANCELLED: Pen and Ink Sketching (Introduction to Fruits & Nature) starts July 9, 2026

Cancelled: insufficient number of students

NEW CLASS! Pen and Ink Sketching (Introduction to Fruits & Nature) 

Discover the joy of art through Pen and Ink Sketching. 

In this beginner-friendly class, award-winning artist Shujing will guide you step-by-step to capture the beauty of fruits and nature using simple lines and shading techniques.

• WHEN: Thursdays July 9 - Aug 13 from 9:30 - 11:30am
• COST: Members $48 – Nonmembers $53
• LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
• REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Seated Fitness and Balance with Novella starts July 1, 2026 at the Senior Activity Center

NEW CLASS! Seated Fitness and Balance with Novella- A seated exercise class for all levels. A low-impact, instructor-led workout performed entirely or primarily while sitting in a chair. 

It is designed to build strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. We will also work on balance. 

Equipment: hand weights and ankle weights will be provided. Join me for an hour of exercising and having fun

• WHEN: Wednesdays from 2:30 - 3:30pm, starting July 1
• COST: Members $25/month – Nonmembers $50/ month
• LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
• REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center (206) 365 1536

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Windows Basics: Everyday Computer Skills June 22, 2026 at Senior Activity Center

Windows Basics: Everyday Computer Skills

This class introduces the fundamentals of using a Windows computer, including navigating the desktop, managing files and folders, adjusting settings, and learning helpful shortcuts for everyday tasks. 

Time will be reserved at the end for questions and discussion.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop if they would like hands-on help, but it is not required.

WHEN: Monday, June 22, 2026 from 10:00am - 12:00pm
COST: FREE
LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Rainbow Bingo June 12, 2026 - last one until Fall

Last Rainbow Bingo until Fall!

We may sell out so purchase your tickets today!
Purchase tickets here

Friday, June 12, 2026

Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center

18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155

Building facing NE 185th
Doors open at 6:00 pm
Bingo begins at 7:00 pm

We are excited to announce that we have a yearlong sponsor for Rainbow Bingo, Suzan M. Shayler, Financial Advisor, ChFC® with Edward Jones! Be sure to thank her and her team for supporting the Center.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center is thrilled to offer RAINBOW BINGO with our incredible hostess, Sylvia O’Stayformore. Participants can expect ten (10) rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers!

Cash Beverage Bar
Rainbow Jell-O Shots
Prizes!

Please note that this is a 21 and over event

Cost: $20 Admission and $10 at the door for your bingo cards. 

• The $20 Admission reserves your seat and includes the evening’s entertainment plus loaded nachos.
• $10 Bingo cards must be purchased at the door by cash or check as required by the Washington State Gambling Commission.

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Demystifying Your Medical Bills May 14, 2026 at Senior Activity Center

Demystifying Your Medical Bills 

Are you confused by your medical bills? This session will help you understand them and learn how to get errors corrected when they occur. 

Presenter Jim Becker recently retired from a career developing and supporting healthcare software systems, and his presentation on demystifying the medical bills which are generated by such systems has been well-received at KCLS libraries, senior centers, and senior living facilities in the Seattle area.

WHEN: Thursday May 14, 2026 from 1:00 – 2:00pm
COST: Free
LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Trivia Night May 22, 2026 at the Senior Activity Center

Trivia Night is May 22, 2026 at the Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155. 

Doors open 6:30pm, games from 7-9pm.

Tickets $10

Call 206-365-1536 or online

21 plus event

Snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks for sale

Purchase your tickets here, https://shorelineseniorcenter.org/bingo-trivia/

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RAINBOW BINGO at the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center May 8, 2026

RAINBOW BINGO at the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center

Friday, May 8, 2026
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 6:00pm
Bingo begins at 7:00pm

We are excited to announce that we have a yearlong sponsor for Rainbow Bingo, Suzan M. Shayler, Financial Advisor, ChFC® with Edward Jones! Be sure to thank her and her team for supporting the Center.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center is thrilled to offer RAINBOW BINGO with our incredible hostess, Sylvia O’Stayformore. Participants can expect ten (10) rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers!

The event takes place at the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus (18560 1st Ave NE #1, Shoreline, WA 98155).

$20 Admission and $10 at the door for your bingo cards. The $20 Admission reserves your seat and includes the evening’s entertainment plus loaded nachos.

$10 Bingo cards must be purchased at the door by cash or check as required by the Washington State Gambling Commission.

This is a 21+ event, and the cash bar will be open — get your tickets today!

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Coffee Social with a Cop at the Senior Activity Center May 7, 2026

 

Join Shoreline Police Officers for coffee and informal conversation at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center on Thursday May 7, 2026 from 10am to 11:30am.

The Senior Activity Center is located at 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155, the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus. Free parking.

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Mark your calendar - Coffee Social with a Cop - May 7, 2026

Coffee Social with a Cop - Mark your calendars!

Join us at this casual meet-and-greet with our Chief of Police and officers at the Senior Center. This is a great opportunity to answer questions, connect with our community members and build relationships over a cup of coffee.

Open to the community. Everyone is welcome!

Location: 18560 1st Ave NE Shoreline, WA 98155
Date: Thursday May 7, 2026
Time: 10am-11:30am

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Finding, Evaluating and Using Health Information April 2, 2026

The session will be led by Susan Banks

Finding, Evaluating and Using Health Information – 

Do you rely on Dr. Google for health information? 

How do you know whether the information is trustworthy? 

In this class, participants will learn about reliable health resources, improve their search skills, and develop critical evaluation skills. 

Please bring your laptop/device if you want to follow along. The presentation will be an hour. The last 30 minutes (optional) will be for questions, further discussion and to practice search skills.

• WHEN: Thursday April 2, 2026– 10:30am – 12:00pm
• COST: FREE
• LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, free parking
• REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Memoir writing sessions at the Senior Activity Center first and third Thursdays

Write your stories

We’ve all got a lifetime of stories. 

Join Arlene every 1st and 3rd Thursday to work on and share your short memoirs.

Practice preserving your memories in writing with this supportive and encouraging group!

If you've written any short memoir pieces, you are encouraged to bring them to share with the group!

Upcoming sessions

• 3/19 
• 4/2 
• 4/16 
• from 10:00 - 11:30am

COST: Per Class - Senior Center Members $4 - Non-Members $8

LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE

REGISTRATION: Call or visit the Senior Activity Center 206-365-1536

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Bar Stories - share your story in this free session March 25, 2026

Bar Stories Legacy Program

Pull up a chair and share your story—it's waiting to be told! 

The Legacy Project is a relaxed, meaningful storytelling even that brings people together to share stories from their lives. 

No scripts, no pressure, and no storytelling experience needed—just an open space to speak, listen and connect in a conversational style. The only rule is kindness and respect.

Every storyteller receives a free professional recording of their performance.

WHEN: March 25, 2026 from 1:00 - 3:00pm

COST: Free

LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE

REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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Trivia Night March 27, 2026 at the Senior Activity Center

Registration is open for Trivia Night at the Senior Activity Center 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155. Southernmost building on the Shoreline Center Campus.

Sign up today! 

Friday, March 27, 2026
Doors open at 6:30pm
Games from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Tickets are $10
Trivia table teams of 6
Put together a team or join one and make new friends at Trivia Night!

21+ event
Snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks for sale

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Budgeting and Retirement Basics March 11, 2026

Budgeting and Retirement Basics 

As advancements in medicine and technology have increased the average life expectancy in the US, our retirement nest egg needs to reflect these changes. 

Add to that the increasing cost of living, and it gets harder to make ends meet. 

Join Nathan Spiecker, Financial Educator from the WA State Department of Financial Institutions, for a presentation on budgeting and retirement basics. 

We will cover budgeting and saving strategies, how to prepare for retirement, and what resources are available in our local area that can help as we look for ways to economize our lifestyle.

Wednesday March 11, 2026 from 1:00 - 2:30pm
Free
Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

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