Join your First Hill neighbors for our third annual Brain Health Block Party. From 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesday June 25, enjoy exploring the neighborhood, stopping at activity stations listed below for fun brain-healthy activities such as music, puzzles, creative arts, movement and more. Healthy snacks included! A fun and free event for all ages, with a special invitation to folks age 50+.
Event maps available at each activity station. Start at any participating location and get your event map stamped as you go. Visit at least three activity stations for a chance to be entered into a prize drawing! The route between all 10 stations is about 2 miles.
Date and Time
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Wednesday, June 25, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Activity Station Locations
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The Memory Hub (1021 Columbia St): Building entrance
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Activity: Giant Crossword Puzzles, Maude's Garden Iced Tea Blend, Karaoke, Postcards, Dancing with Dora (1:30-2)
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Frye Art Museum (704 Terry Ave): West side of building along Terry Ave
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Activity: Museum-Inspired Art Activity
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Horizon House (900 University St): Side entrance on Terry Ave
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Activity: Drum Circle, Community Art Project, Popcorn, Hydration station
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Murano Senior Living (620 Terry Ave): Building entrance
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Activity: Bridges Bistro with Ethan Stowell: Brain-Healthy Bites and Beverages served by Bridges and Alder residents
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Swedish First Hill (747 Broadway Ave): Building entrance
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Activity: Brain-healthy nutrition tips; Swag
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Skyline Seattle (715 9th Ave): Terraces building entrance
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Activity: Chair Aerobics (1st hour), Music with Carmen, Brain Health Trivia and Activity Wheel, Make-Your-Own Trail Mix
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St. James Cathedral (804 Ninth Ave): SW corner of Marion St and Terry Ave
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Activity: Easy Mindfulness and Yoga, Cathedral Music, Cathedral Coloring Book, Garden tours, Popcorn, Oranges, Hydration Station
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Tate Mason House (1100 Minor Ave): North of building entrance
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Activity: Brain-healthy yogurt/granola/fruit parfaits
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Truewood by Merrill, First Hill (1421 Minor Ave): Front entrance on Minor Ave
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Activity: Human Slot Machine, Memory-Friendly Smoothies, Elvis Impersonator
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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (1201 Terry Ave): Lindeman Pavilion Terrace
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Activity: Cognitive Obstacle Course, yoga (1:30-2)
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Questions?
Please contact Marigrace Becker at the Memory Hub, mbecker1@uw.edu, 206.543.2440
Upcoming Events in Events & Workshops
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:30pm
Come with your loved one to enjoy an afternoon at the Memory Hub! Caregivers will have a book discussion group led by Seattle Public Library. People with memory loss will have a music engagement program led by a certified music therapist.
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The Empowered Caregiver Series
Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 3:00pm
This education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. Join for one or all sessions.
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The Empowered Caregiver Series
Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:00pm
This education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. Join for one or all sessions.
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Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 4:00pm
Come celebrate summer together with people living with memory loss, family, friends, and others in the neighborhood! Concerts take place from 4-6 p.m. every last Thursday of the month in July, August, and September. Please sign up below for each event you would like to attend. Offered by UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center and Seattle Public Library at the Memory Hub. Questions: 206-543-2440, mbecker1@uw.edu.
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The Empowered Caregiver Series
Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 3:00pm
This education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. Join for one or all sessions.