Personal Enrichment
SMART DRIVER COURSE - AARP
A class designed to help sharpen driving skills, prevent crashes, and keep older drivers on the road longer and more safely. Completion of the course could result in a reduction of your insurance premium. Participants must attend both days. Pre-registration is required by calling (503)435-0407. *Save $5 with AARP Membership.
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Dates:
Mon/Tue, Mar 30/31, 9:15a-12:45p
Mon/Tue, June 22 / 23, 9:15a-12:45p
Age: 50+
Fee: $20*/$25
AGE CAFÉ
We are all aging all the time, no matter how much we resist these beautiful transitions. Age Café is based on The World Café (www.theworldcafe.com), program designed for engaging people in conversations that matter.
- Age Café provides an opportunity to share thoughts and feelings about life’s inevitabilities.
- Age Café allows us to listen and learn from the wisdom of others.
- Age Café unites us.
Instructor: Lacey Plasker, Older Adult Behavior Health Specialist
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Tue, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 14 & 28, May 12 & 26, Jun 9 & 23
Time: 1:00 - 2:30p
Age: 16+
Fee: FREE!
JAPANESE BONSAI TECHNIQUES PART 2
This is a hands-on workshop to help you hone your Bonsai Tree skills. Bring in your bonsai tree for advice on pruning, wiring, repotting and styling. There will be time for questions too. Register in advance; space is limited.
Presenter: Dennis Quenneville, President Yamhill County Master Gardeners
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Sat, Mar 28
Time: 10:00a - 12:00p
Age: 16+
Fee: FREE!
ASIAN-STYLE MILK BREAD
Learn how to make soft, fluffy Asian milk bread using the traditional tangzhong method. In this hands-on class, you will master the techniques for creating the perfect loaf—from kneading and shaping to baking. We will also explore fun variations like filled buns and pull-apart loaves. You’ll leave with your own freshly baked bread, recipes, and the skills to recreate it at home. Perfect for beginners and bread lovers alike! Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor: Joanne Tamber
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Sat, Mar 28
Time: 10:00a - 11:30p
Age: 12+
Fee: $55
PLANTING SEEDS FOR A SPRING GARDEN
Starting your own vegetable and flower seeds is a great way to get a head start on your garden. You do not need expensive equipment or supplies. This demonstration/workshop will include information about some of the options available, the process for starting seeds and then planting some seeds. In the second part of the program, you will learn how and then make both seed tape and paper pots. Register in advance; space is limited. There is a $5 supply fee that needs to be given to the instructors on the day of the class.
Instructors: Master Gardeners Sue Nesbitt and Susan Burdel
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Sat, Apr 4
Time: 10:00a - 11:30p
Age: 12+
Fee: $5, paid to instructors
GENOESE SPRING PIE
Experience the magic of Genoa's traditional savory pie? Hand-roll paper-thin pastry laters to create its iconic golden doem. You will learn the artisan technique of tucking in a seasonal filling for a beautiful, homemade finish. Enjoy the process and take home your own stunning masterpiece. Register early; space is limited.
Instructors: Joanna Tamber
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Sat, Apr 18
Time: 10:00a - 12:00p
Age: 16+
Fee: $55
CONVERSATION SPANISH
This Spanish conversation class focuses on practical conversation skills, vocabulary building, and cultural insights to enhance language proficiency. Each class includes interactive activities, role-playing scenarios, and real-life topics to encourage speaking and listening practice. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor: Alanna Beckwith
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Wed, May 6 - 27
Time: 6:30p - 7:30p
Age: 12+
Fee: $20
TAIWANESE BEEF PIE
Come learn my favorite ways to make Taiwanese Beef Pies - one of my favorite recipes! We'll knead the dough together and fill with a simple, savory beffe mixture, then pan-fry the pies until golden and delicious. Join us for a fun, hands-on class and savor your own handmade creation. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor: Joanne Tamber
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Sat, May 30
Time: 10:00a - 12:00p
Age: 16+
Fee: $55
BEING PROACTIVE WITH PARKINSON'S
Being actively engaged in your own care is the key to living your best life with Parkinson's. Come and discover strategies to do just that! Acting on the aspects of life that we can control is an important skill to develop to effectively manage a Parkinson's diagnosis. Whether it is building your care team or understanding the importance of exercise, nutrition, socialization, and self-care being actively engaged and proactive in your own care is the key to living your best life with Parksinson's. To register, call Parkinson's Resources of Oregon at 800.426.6806. Presented by Eduardo Fernandez, Community Health Education Coordinator, Parkinson's Resources of Oregon (PRO).
Presenter: Eduardo Fernandez
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Tue, Jun 30
Time: 1:30p
Age: 21+
Fee: FREE!
Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum Presentations
MY ROCKET ENGINES
During my career as a Rocket Engineer I have had the privilege to be directly involved in the development and testing of amazing rocket engines! I’ll tell you about them, then jump to the state of the art rocket engine development going on at SpaceX right now!
Instructor: Donn Anderson & John Jennings
Location: McMinnville Senior Center
Date: Tues, Mar 10
Time: 10:00a
Age: 16+
Fee: FREE!
