What do we know about exoplanets-and how? Join astronomer Michael Richmond from Rochester Academy of Science and RIT to learn about this fascinating topic. In our own solar system, eight (or is it nine?) planets orbit around…
Broadway and the Jukebox Musical Part 2 What is a Jukebox musical? Jukebox musicals are a popular genre of musical theater that use pre-existing songs to tell a story. Each type brings its own style and storytelling…
Life Habits and Coping Strategies To Improve Mood and Enhance Wellness and Happiness This month’s topic: Beat the Blues Skills List. Coping Strategies that will help us manage things are plentiful. Not only can these skills help…
Life Habits and Coping Strategies To Improve Mood and Enhance Wellness and Happiness This month’s topic: Are Seniors Who Contribute to Their Communities Happier? There are several things that can add to our happiness and life satisfaction.…
Life Habits and Coping Strategies To Improve Mood and Enhance Wellness and Happiness This month’s topic: Effective Copers-I Got a New Attitude! Effective copers use their chosen skills, based on their coping philosophy, to improve their ability…
When to Seek Help: Understanding Therapy, Medication, and Support Options Many older adults grew up in an era when mental health care was stigmatized or unavailable. This workshop demystifies what therapy actually looks like today, explains different…
Making Peace with the Past: Life Review and Forgiveness Many people arrive at later life carrying inner criticism, regret, or unresolved chapters of their story. This workshop combines self-compassion practice with structured life review, helping participants soften…
When “Just Get Along” Isn’t Enough: Boundaries, Peacemaking, and Family Reconciliation Many families push for reconciliation before repair; expecting people to show up, smile, and move on while the underlying issues go unaddressed. This workshop explores the…
Mind Matters is back! Join a counselor from JFS for an engaging session. The Loneliness Antidote: Building Connection That Lasts Loneliness is now recognized as a serious health risk, but it responds to intentional effort. This workshop…
Quilling is an art form that involves rolling, shaping, and gluing thin strips of paper to create intricate decorative designs. The rolled paper shapes are pieced together to form elaborate patterns, 3D models, or embellishments for greeting…