Methow At Home provides members with practical, volunteer-driven hands-on support for daily living, helping them stay independent, active, and connected to the community.

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The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Tuesday, October 7 • 1:00 pm • Winthrop Library
 
Join us to learn about the library with librarian, Annika Troyer. 

From online resources like movie streaming and HeritageQuest to the “Library of Things,” you can check out, everything from museum passes to telescopes—even blood pressure monitors.

Bring your device: cell phone, ipad/tablet, laptop and we will have volunteers available to help you get started. Don't forget your library card or plan to come early to sign-up if you don't have one yet. 

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Methow At Home’s Annual Ladies Night Out
Potluck • Clothing & Jewelry Exchange

Ladies, this night is just for you! Clean out those closets, grab your sparkly (or not-so-sparkly) treasures, and join us for an evening of Methow Fashion, Food, and Fun.

Here’s what to bring:

• Clothes and jewelry you’re ready to part with (all sizes/styles welcome — hangers appreciated!)

• A delicious dish to share

• Your favorite beverage

• A little cash or checkbook (suggested donation: $2 per item)

• And a friend — the more, the merrier!

Anything left at the end will be donated to the Senior Center, so it’s a win-win.

Come for the style swap, stay for the laughs! Please Click Here to RSVP to let us know you are coming

Marcia Ives House

24 Appaloosa Rd
Winthrop WA

Marcia's Cell – 206-719-2389

Game Day at the Grange First Sunday of the Month
October 5th from 1:00 PM  4:00 PM

Join us for Game Day with Methow At Home and the Twisp Valley Grange.

Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend and your favorite board game to teach and enjoy with others, or simply come to join in and try something new. The Grange has supplies for traditional card games. 

Feel free to pack your favorite snack to share and a drink (alcohol-free, please!). 

Youth 10 and over who are interested in playing are welcome to come with a parent.

While registration isn't required, it helps us know how many people to expect.

CLICK HERE to register

Join friends and come sing-along. No experience necessary. Lauralee Northcott will lead the event with her guitar and her trusty, tried and true, songbooks. This is a relaxed and friendly event focused on singing around the campfire, without the campfire. 
 
Nancy Aadland is making her beautiful home available for this gathering, along with her special welcoming smile. BYOB of your choice. 
 
Lauralee Northcott is a retired teacher and musician. She welcomes you to a light hearted and joyful experience singing some very good songs. 

Hope to see you there!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Tech Cafe

Tuesday, September 30 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Winthrop Library Community Room

This is an opportunity to bring your device to the library and get one-on-one tech support for questions you have. We will do our best to match you with a Methow At Home tech volunteer who can answer your questions. 
 
FREE TICKET REQUIRED
Purchasing a FREE ticket allows you to sign up for a 45 minute time slot.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
 
*Please leave a comment when registering to let us know what device you need help with and what your questions are. 
 
email donna@methowathome.org if you have any questions

Let's celebrate Fall and meet at the Methow Store to enjoy some good food & fun with friends in their outdoor patio. 

Bring a friend, make a new one!

Carpool if you can!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Podcasts are great sources of information and entertainment. You can listen

on any device that plays MP3 files, e.g., a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

There are over 3 million podcasts, and most are free to listen to!

 In this workshop, you’ll explore the Podbean app. Podbean is a free, user-friendly app available for Android & iOS devices.

We’ll cover searching for and listening to podcast episodes, as well as creating playlists.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Join Gail for a no-host lunch at the Mazama Store to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather followed by a social walk on Founders Trail.  Don't forget to wear your walking shoes!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

This four week, 8-hr course facilitated by Sheila Brandenburg, RN will offer all kinds of insight into dementia and how to provide loving, respectful care for people living with dementia. The key is education and approaching care with creativity, compassion, and understanding. We’ll also cover ways to take care of ourselves as caregivers.

Register HERE

Volunteers from our Creative Aging program are available at each session for your loved one, offering a dementia friendly, supervised, arts engagement program while you attend the workshops. Call MAH to make arrangements. 509-996-5844

Sheila Brandenburg, RN brings 39 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, with her expertise deeply rooted in specialized areas such as long-term care, the intricate management of adult family homes, the compassionate delivery of Hospice services, and the vital field of Palliative Care. Sheila is thrilled to be joining the Methow At Home team, eager to contribute her knowledge and support ongoing educational programs specifically tailored for community members who are navigating the challenges of living with and managing Dementia.

Methow At Home’s dementia education and care partner support programming and the Methow Creative Aging program are made possible with the support of Moccasin Lake Foundation, the Richard & Maude Ferry Charitable Foundation, and The Methow Valley Elder Care Coordination Network (the Network) - a coalition of social and medical service providers and volunteers working to better serve our age 65+ community members. 

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Men's Social Hour at Old Schoolhouse Brewery – Winthrop
Third Tuesday of the Month | 4:00–5:30 PM

Join the Jims and their buddies for a relaxed afternoon on the patio at Old Schoolhouse Brewery in Winthrop. No agenda – just a chance to catch up, enjoy good company, and connect with friends old and new.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP - not required but good to know who is coming

Tech Cafe

Tuesday, September 16 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Winthrop Library Community Room

This is an opportunity to bring your device to the library and get one-on-one tech support for questions you have. We will do our best to match you with a Methow At Home tech volunteer who can answer your questions. 
 
FREE TICKET REQUIRED
Purchasing a FREE ticket allows you to sign up for a 45 minute time slot.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
 
*Please leave a comment when registering to let us know what device you need help with and what your questions are. 
 
email donna@methowathome.org if you have any questions

Veggie Power: Eat Green, Feel Great!
A Fresh Look at the Benefits of Eating Your Vegetables

Thursday, September 11 

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Winthrop Library Community Room

Join us for a lively and informative health presentation all about the mighty vegetable! From crunchy carrots to leafy greens, we’ll explore how eating a variety of vegetables can boost energy, support healthy aging, and even help prevent chronic disease. You’ll learn simple tips for adding more veggies to your plate, fun facts that might surprise you, and why these colorful foods are true nutrition superheroes.

Presented by Eileen MacKusick a local Functional Nutritionist with over 30 years exerience. https://eileenmackusick.com/

Perfect for anyone looking to feel their best and enjoy delicious, wholesome meals. Whether you’re a veggie lover or still warming up to your greens, this talk is for you!

Light veggie snacks provided!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Message from Winthrop PT and Fitness

We’re excited to announce that our Zumba class on Wednesday, September 10 will be free for all Methow At Home members and volunteers.

Join us for a fun, high-energy workout with Tani, whose classes are always full of great music, good vibes, and an inclusive atmosphere. Whether you're a Zumba regular or brand new to the dance floor, this is a perfect chance to move, sweat, and smile together.

  Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
  Time: 9:30am
  Location: Yoga Room

*Note - wear comfy clothes and please bring clean sneakers without too much grip to change into.

Space limited to 12 people. Register today! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Tani has a ongoing Zumba Class for members of Winthrop PT & Fitness every Wednesday at 9:30. If you are a gym member you should check out her class. It is a great way to start the day!

https://www.winthroppt.com/#home

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Passwords, Passkeys and More with Dan Runyan

This Senior Planet presentation will cover - 

• Password Best Practices 

• Encryption and Passwords 

• Single Sign-On 

• Single-Use Passwords 

• Multi-Factor Authentication 

• Passkeys 

• Password Managers 

Come join in at the library to learn together!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

An evidence-based, field-tested program, A Matter of Balance has been shown to be highly effective in reducing the fear of falling and increasing activity levels among older adults. 

8 Sessions -

Tuesday, September 9, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Thursday, September 11, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Tuesday, September 16, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Thursday, September 18, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Tuesday, September 23, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Thursday, September 25, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Tuesday, September 30, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Thursday, October 2, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Who should attend Matter of Balance?
The program is designed to benefit older adults who:

• Are concerned about falls

• Have sustained falls in the past

• Restrict activities because of concerns about falling

• Are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength

• Are age 60 or older, community-dwelling and able to problem solve

  What do participants learn?
  The program enables participants gain confidence by learning to:

• View falls as controllable

• Set goals for increasing activity levels

• Make changes to reduce fall risk at home

• Exercise to increase strength and balance

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Game Day at the Grange First Sunday of the Month
September 7th from 1:00 PM  4:00 PM

Join us for Game Day with Methow At Home and the Twisp Valley Grange.

Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend and your favorite board game to teach and enjoy with others, or simply come to join in and try something new. The Grange has supplies for traditional card games. 

Feel free to pack your favorite snack to share and a drink (alcohol-free, please!). 

Youth 10 and over who are interested in playing are welcome to come with a parent.

While registration isn't required, it helps us know how many people to expect.

CLICK HERE to register

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Wisdom Circle with Tracy Bocarde Sprauer

First Tuesday of the Month

10:30am -12:00pm
Everyone Welcome
By Donation

*New Location -

The Cove 2

Join Tracy Bocarde Sprauer for a reflective and engaging "philosophy over a cuppa tea" session in the nourishing Wellspring Space.

Come and join in an opportunity to build connection and community on a deeper level.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Join MAH Volunteer Dorothy Mitchel for a Fun Social Bike Ride!

Ready to stretch your legs, enjoy some fresh air, and connect with fellow riders? Come along for a fun, relaxed group ride on Founders's Trail in Mazama! This will be an out and back cruise to enjoy the sights and sounds along the river with a stop at the Mazama Store afterward to grab lunch or a treat. 

Meet in the parking lot in front of the Mazama Public House at 10:00 AM. Don't forget your helmet and some water for the ride.

What to Expect:

Casual, no-drop ride—everyone's welcome!
Great company and gorgeous views
A tasty stop at the Mazama Store
Good vibes and maybe a few laughs along the way

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Come join us for this fun and creative Tech Tuesday session.

Western Washington Sustainability Pathways intern, Nat Suarez, will share all about the Winthrop Libraries' Makerspace. The presentation will highlight potential starter projects and give a laser-cutter demo.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Let's get creative and learn together!

The Shafer Historical Museum offers its latest community history project, “Our Methow Home: Winthrop, the first 60 years,” at the Red Barn Auditorium in Winthrop on

Friday, August 22 from 7-9 pm

and 

Saturday, August 23 from 1-3 pm

You will be introduced to homesteaders, promoters, characters, events, and area development through a video presentation, displays of old photos and maps, and a Q&A session. You will hear some surprising facts, how people lived without our current comforts, and lots of old tales. This is a free event and appropriate for all ages.

The Shafer Historical Museum offers its latest community history project, “Our Methow Home: Winthrop, the first 60 years,” at the Red Barn Auditorium in Winthrop on

Friday, August 22 from 7-9 pm

and 

Saturday, August 23 from 1-3 pm

You will be introduced to homesteaders, promoters, characters, events, and area development through a video presentation, displays of old photos and maps, and a Q&A session. You will hear some surprising facts, how people lived without our current comforts, and lots of old tales. This is a free event and appropriate for all ages.

The MAH Petanque group meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM and play
for about an hour. All are invited to join in, the game is easy to learn.

Equipment will be provided, but players may want to own their own set of
balls. Petanque rules etc. can be found at www.wikihow.com/Play-Petanque

Heckendorn Park Petanque Courts
803 Riverside Ave
Winthrop, WA  98862

CLICK HERE TO RSVP