KEEPING HEALTHY WITH MILLCRE
406 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16507
CREATIVE ARTS
LifeWorks Erie has received a grant from the Pennsylvania
Department of Aging to expand and improve our Creativity
Matters program. The primary goal of this program is to improve
the health and wellness of older adults in the Erie region. Our
Creativity Matters program offers various techniques taught by
professional artists.
The Creativity Matters program for the spring session will
feature two artist residencies and additional art workshops
offered each session. Through this grant, all art supplies are
provided and the cost of the programs will be significantly
reduced. All courses are designed for beginners or accomplished
artists. The residencies last 10 weeks. Other art workshops last
anywhere from four to eight weeks.
Our first residency will be Mosaic Art with Ed Grout. This
10-session program takes place on Tuesdays from March 5
through May 7 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. This residency will explore
a comprehensive overview of mosaic as an art form. Mosaic
murals and objects date back to one of the first art forms
used in public and private decoration and remain vital in
contemporary application. Participants will learn basic mosaic
techniques and will have at least one finished project by the
end of the residency. Materials are included in the price of
the class.
The second residency is Printmaking with Sarah Everett.
This 10-session program will occur on Thursdays from March
21 through June 6 (excluding April 18 and May 9) from 6:00 to
7:30 p.m. Printmaking is a process by which an image is carved
into a block and printed on paper or, in some cases, fabric. The
resulting image, called a print, can be reproduced numerous
times for artistic or utilitarian purposes. Participants will
design, carve and print images of their choosing to create fine
art prints or stationary.
LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE
The Lifelong Learning Institute at
LifeWorks Erie offers many educational,
interesting and fun classes. “Colors of
Spring” begins January 30 and runs
through March 21. The diversity of classes
presented is sure to offer something for
everyone. Each session consists of the
following topics with examples of classes. Staying Active: Fitness programs such as
the daily walking program, Tai Chi, Fit for
Life Fitness and Cardio Fitness.
Creativity Matters: New Horizons
Music Project, Exploring Mosaic Art,
Printmaking and Watercolor. Vibrant Life Series: A variety of health
topics presented by a range of speakers
and professionals. All lectures offered in
this series are free.
University Spotlight Series: Interesting
and educational classes presented by
faculty from local universities, offered
free of charge.
Classes are open to the public. Many
classes are either free or offered at a
nominal fee. For a full schedule of events,
visit LifeWorksErie.org or visit our office
at 406 Peach Street to pick up a brochure.
If you would like to be added to the
LifeWorks Erie mailing list, call
(814) 453-5072.
ASK AN EXPERT
Physicians from LECOM Health will
discuss topics that include how to
improve your quality of life, prevent
disease, and ways to manage health
conditions. Lectures are held the third
Wednesday of every month at the
Millcreek Municipal Building, 3608 West
26th Street. These talks are free and open
to the public; however, you must register
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by calling LifeWorks Erie at (814) 453-5072.
Compassion Fatigue Awareness
Amee Weislogel, LECOM Geriatric
Behavioral Clinical Liaison Wednesday,
February 20 at 6:00 p.m. Most caregivers
have probably heard about burnout, but
many are unfamiliar with the concept of
compassion fatigue and how these two
conditions differ.
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Brian Viviano, DO, LECOM Health
Wednesday, March 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Colorectal cancer is the second leading
cause of cancer death in the world. Dr.
Viviano will discuss the different options
in colorectal screening and the best
option for different patient populations.
or an up-to-date schedule of events, visit our website at LifeWorksErie.org or stop by the Millcreek Township Building or LifeWorks Erie
(at 406 Peach Street, Erie) to pick up a schedule. If you would like to be added to the LifeWorks Erie mailing list, simply call 814.453.5072
or email [email protected] with your address information.
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