Our monthly gatherings are a time for connection. We feature artists or organization to lead interactive elements and share about their work. Attendees range from teaching artists, professionals in elder services, representatives from cultural organizations, and students looking to learn more about the creative aging field.
For up to date information on monthly gatherings visit us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CreativeAgingSF
All are welcome!
For up to date information on monthly gatherings visit us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CreativeAgingSF
All are welcome!
Would you like to present at one of our gatherings?
That's wonderful, we'd love to hear from you. Email us at creativeagingsf@gmail.com
Upcoming Dates and Themes
The November 15th 5 pm PST gathering will be the last of the year. We will take December to finish up projects. If you have any upcoming events or opportunities, this is a great time to share. This will be an open format gathering without structured presentations. So feel free to hop in and get a boost!! This is a gathering for folks to connect around the intersection between arts and aging. Together we hope to enrich the field by sharing information, opportunities, and to support one another.
All are welcome!
https://esc.zoom.us/j/93795935616
Past Meetings
October 2022 We are excited to welcome the Well Connected Radio Theatre group to perform an excerpt from one of their virtual productions. "Eye Exam" follows care partners as they navigate their changing medical needs and their changing relationship dynamics. Group discussion on themes will follow the short performance.
September 2022 This gathering is an open forum. Let us know what you are working on, share a challenge and success, seek advice and offer inspiration. Creative Spark will lead a short creative exercise to kick it off but then it's free for us to connect.
This would be a great gathering to invite new people into our circle. Please share with folks curious, passionate, or interested in the intersection between arts and aging.
August 2022 we continue our Summer Fun Series. This is a time for creative play.
Joining us from Ohio is Gayle Wanamaker. Gayle leads creative sessions with Well Connected in addition to her community led creative endeavors sharing her experience in quilting, collage, and storytelling. Gayle will share some creative projects that celebrate nature.
We will continue our creative exploration with Rochelle Rabouin, who combines educational lessons with artistic exercises that dazzle both elders and youngers alike. Rochelle asks that we bring 4 sheets of paper and drawing utensils. Excited to experience this master teacher at work!
July 2022 Liv Schaffer lead us in a movement moment. Liv is an artist and educator, director of the intergenerational Dance Generators. Liv will share with us details on her current Encore fellowship and her work at EngAge.
Joining us from Maryland is "Auntie Afrika" Sharon Lee Minor King, Ph.D, arts educator, creative consultant, and cultural anthropologist. Together we will create a collective "Heritage Box". Bring an object for the box that represents a gift imparted to you from an influential elder something that you would like to share with future generations. From Autie Afrika, "As “Conduits” the attendants will engage in the process of RESTORING MEMORIES from the Past…and “SOARING” them, or “Refitting” them, for FUTURE generations!" Sharon is a recipient of an Artists/Scholars Grant Award for her research on Aging &Creativity, by the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County, Maryland, USA (AHCMC).
June 2022 CASF in conversation with ReImagining Dementia, an international coalition promoting creativity, joy and the possibility for growth for everyone impacted by dementia. A panel discussion with members of the coalition and watch party of "Let's ReImagine".
May 2022 We heard from WiseHealthSF whose engagement model is designed to reduce isolation and increase healthy behaviors among hard to reach populations. Market Day joined us to share their story of bringing farmers markets to accessible locations where community connection, volunteerism, and creative enchantment is infused into these pop-up events. We were excited to welcome Taste of Home a San Jose community-based arts initiative celebrating stories and raising awareness around food insecurity.
April 2022 A discussion on the impact of climate change on older adults and explores creative approaches to advocacy. Hear from Dr Mich Smyer of Growing Greener who leads an empowered approach drawing on insights from psychology, human-centered design and climate communication strategies to engage older adults' time, experience, and talent to combat the climate crisis. Also joining us is Mary Kott of Front Porch who has championed native gardens and fostered monarch butterfly habitats in senior living communities across California.
March 2022 Celebrates the animal human bond and how this relationship impacts the health of individuals, care partnerships, and communities. Presenting:
Muttville, senior dog rescue
The Rhinoceros Project, an art and advocacy community project
Connected Horse, equine engagement with care partners
SF Animal Care, volunteer program and adoption
February 2022 we gather to discuss themes from the Creative Aging Symposium.
January 2022 Explores the great outdoors through programs created in and inspired by nature. With Bay Area Older Adults, Impromptu No TuTu, Institute on Aging, and the GBHI Atlantic FellowsCelebrate the summer months with creative friends in an hour of making and sharing. Leading us in a movement moment is Liv Schaffer, artist and educator, director of the intergenerational Dance Generators. Liv will share with us details on her current Encore fellowship and her work at EngAge.
Joining us from Maryland is "Auntie Afrika" Sharon Lee Minor King, Ph.D, arts educator, creative consultant, and cultural anthropologist. Together we will create a collective "Heritage Box". Bring an object for the box that represents a gift imparted to you from an influential elder something that you would like to share with future generations. From Autie Afrika, "As “Conduits” the attendants will engage in the process of RESTORING MEMORIES from the Past…and “SOARING” them, or “Refitting” them, for FUTURE generations!"
That's wonderful, we'd love to hear from you. Email us at creativeagingsf@gmail.com
Upcoming Dates and Themes
The November 15th 5 pm PST gathering will be the last of the year. We will take December to finish up projects. If you have any upcoming events or opportunities, this is a great time to share. This will be an open format gathering without structured presentations. So feel free to hop in and get a boost!! This is a gathering for folks to connect around the intersection between arts and aging. Together we hope to enrich the field by sharing information, opportunities, and to support one another.
All are welcome!
https://esc.zoom.us/j/93795935616
Past Meetings
October 2022 We are excited to welcome the Well Connected Radio Theatre group to perform an excerpt from one of their virtual productions. "Eye Exam" follows care partners as they navigate their changing medical needs and their changing relationship dynamics. Group discussion on themes will follow the short performance.
September 2022 This gathering is an open forum. Let us know what you are working on, share a challenge and success, seek advice and offer inspiration. Creative Spark will lead a short creative exercise to kick it off but then it's free for us to connect.
This would be a great gathering to invite new people into our circle. Please share with folks curious, passionate, or interested in the intersection between arts and aging.
August 2022 we continue our Summer Fun Series. This is a time for creative play.
Joining us from Ohio is Gayle Wanamaker. Gayle leads creative sessions with Well Connected in addition to her community led creative endeavors sharing her experience in quilting, collage, and storytelling. Gayle will share some creative projects that celebrate nature.
We will continue our creative exploration with Rochelle Rabouin, who combines educational lessons with artistic exercises that dazzle both elders and youngers alike. Rochelle asks that we bring 4 sheets of paper and drawing utensils. Excited to experience this master teacher at work!
July 2022 Liv Schaffer lead us in a movement moment. Liv is an artist and educator, director of the intergenerational Dance Generators. Liv will share with us details on her current Encore fellowship and her work at EngAge.
Joining us from Maryland is "Auntie Afrika" Sharon Lee Minor King, Ph.D, arts educator, creative consultant, and cultural anthropologist. Together we will create a collective "Heritage Box". Bring an object for the box that represents a gift imparted to you from an influential elder something that you would like to share with future generations. From Autie Afrika, "As “Conduits” the attendants will engage in the process of RESTORING MEMORIES from the Past…and “SOARING” them, or “Refitting” them, for FUTURE generations!" Sharon is a recipient of an Artists/Scholars Grant Award for her research on Aging &Creativity, by the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County, Maryland, USA (AHCMC).
June 2022 CASF in conversation with ReImagining Dementia, an international coalition promoting creativity, joy and the possibility for growth for everyone impacted by dementia. A panel discussion with members of the coalition and watch party of "Let's ReImagine".
May 2022 We heard from WiseHealthSF whose engagement model is designed to reduce isolation and increase healthy behaviors among hard to reach populations. Market Day joined us to share their story of bringing farmers markets to accessible locations where community connection, volunteerism, and creative enchantment is infused into these pop-up events. We were excited to welcome Taste of Home a San Jose community-based arts initiative celebrating stories and raising awareness around food insecurity.
April 2022 A discussion on the impact of climate change on older adults and explores creative approaches to advocacy. Hear from Dr Mich Smyer of Growing Greener who leads an empowered approach drawing on insights from psychology, human-centered design and climate communication strategies to engage older adults' time, experience, and talent to combat the climate crisis. Also joining us is Mary Kott of Front Porch who has championed native gardens and fostered monarch butterfly habitats in senior living communities across California.
March 2022 Celebrates the animal human bond and how this relationship impacts the health of individuals, care partnerships, and communities. Presenting:
Muttville, senior dog rescue
The Rhinoceros Project, an art and advocacy community project
Connected Horse, equine engagement with care partners
SF Animal Care, volunteer program and adoption
February 2022 we gather to discuss themes from the Creative Aging Symposium.
January 2022 Explores the great outdoors through programs created in and inspired by nature. With Bay Area Older Adults, Impromptu No TuTu, Institute on Aging, and the GBHI Atlantic FellowsCelebrate the summer months with creative friends in an hour of making and sharing. Leading us in a movement moment is Liv Schaffer, artist and educator, director of the intergenerational Dance Generators. Liv will share with us details on her current Encore fellowship and her work at EngAge.
Joining us from Maryland is "Auntie Afrika" Sharon Lee Minor King, Ph.D, arts educator, creative consultant, and cultural anthropologist. Together we will create a collective "Heritage Box". Bring an object for the box that represents a gift imparted to you from an influential elder something that you would like to share with future generations. From Autie Afrika, "As “Conduits” the attendants will engage in the process of RESTORING MEMORIES from the Past…and “SOARING” them, or “Refitting” them, for FUTURE generations!"