Lunch and Learn – July 2018 Series

Presentations occur Tuesdays from 12:30 pm to 1:30pm. These free, no-charge events are open to the public. Lunch is optional (suggested donation is $5) and is served from 11:45am to 12:30pm. View the Nutrition portion of this site for information on what will be served for lunch.

July 3
No Learning session today in deference to holiday preparations.

July 10  Safety in the Home
Join Chief H.L. “Rusty” Palmer of SW Fire/EMS in a discussion about safety in the home. Do you need to know more about fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, when to call 9-1-1, or other safety concerns? Bring your questions and join a lively conversation.

July 17  The Challenges of Grandparenting
Judith Arnett, a Langley Marriage and Family therapist, will talk about Grandparenting today. Things aren’t the way they used to be. How do we engage with our grandchildren and their parents in a healthy, nurturing way? How do we resolve problems if they arise? How can we maintain healthy boundaries for ourselves as we participate in this new role?

July 24  Growing Tomorrow’s Farmers
What’s going on at the Organic Farm School in Maxwelton Valley? Learn more about the work and learning that takes place at the school as young people are trained to be our next generation of farmers. Judy Feldman, Director of the school, will present.

July 31  What are your ideas?
Island Senior Resources is engaged in a strategic planning process that will guide the resources we provide to our Island communities over the next 3-5 years. Join Executive Director, Cheryn Weiser, and provide your ideas about the emerging needs of seniors and adults with disabilities in Island County.