Denver Public Library invites all community members of all identities and backgrounds, including youth and young adults, to celebrate and elevate the value of folks age 50+. We aim to inspire people to embrace their older adulthood and secure meaning in the lives they have lived. Join us this month, and all year round, as we highlight Older Adults Month and promote a positive, anti-ageist view of aging. For ongoing monthly programs supporting folks age 50+, check out the Older Adults section.
Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., ONLINE
In recognition of Older Adults Month, we’ll explore how poems can guide us to celebrate the aging process, dream new dreams, and live joyful lives. We’ll also learn some fundamentals of poetic craft. This is a drop in workshop, meaning you are welcome to come to as many or as few sessions as you like. Please register to receive the Zoom link, or email olderadults@denverlibrary.org.
Thursdays, May 11, 18, 25, 2-3 p.m., Ross-University Hills
Celebrate Older Adults Month by learning how to meditate! You’ve seen the research: mindfulness is a stellar tool for mental, cognitive, and emotional health. You’ll leave this three part course with simple, practical tools you can put into use immediately. Registration required at denlib.org/mindful; please make sure you can attend all three sessions.
Wednesday, May 17, 8-9:30 p.m., Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St.
Join us for a night of true storytelling with The Narrators, an award winning live storytelling show and podcast. You will hear true stories told on the theme “AGES & STAGES†in honor of Older Adults Month and The Narrators 13th anniversary! Registration is required. For more information or to register, visit denlib.org/thenarrators.
Wednesday, May 24, 12-1 p.m., ONLINE
In celebration of Older Adults Month, we are presenting Lives Well Lived, a documentary that celebrates the incredible wit, wisdom, and life experiences of people living full and meaningful lives in their later years. To register and receive the Zoom link and the link to stream the film for free, email olderadults@denverlibrary.org.
Saturday, May 20, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Park Hill
May is Older Adults Month, and we are celebrating with a concert with one of our favorite older adult musical groups, Gracie & Blue, Inc. Enjoy Gracie Batt and Don Batt as they play a variety of music, from jazz classics, to blues, Latin, and a few R&B favorites. Bring a lawn chair for this lovely outdoor concert.
Saturday, May 20, 1-3 p.m., Bob Ragland
In our first ever Saturday film club, we’ll screen Lucky Grandma (2019) directed by Sasie Sealy. After the film, stick around for a group discussion and time to refill on popcorn.
Thursday, May 25, 2-3 p.m., Eugene Field
Celebrate Older Adults Month with yummy treats! If reclaiming your health is a priority, this is the class for you. Join Chef Kelley Williamson, the Plant Based Kitchenista, for delicious dessert recipes that are easy to make.
