Sixty Forward

06/07/2026

Steve Reisetter is a lifelong music performer and music teacher. He will inform or remind folks about the power of music, especially music reading, to maintain brain health and even to develop it. There have been fewer studies among elders, but it is well known among neuroscientists that reading music while you perform it occupies virtually every sector of the brain, which can be said of no other activity of which we are aware.

So not only is singing and playing instruments a lot of fun, it can also help us maintain brain health! Time permitting, Steve may give some examples of how that can work. And hey, maybe we will sing a song!

RSVP https://www.sixtyforward.org/event/hobby-happening-learning-music/

06/07/2026

Scams continue to evolve, becoming more convincing and more common in everyday life. To help community members stay informed and protected, Heartland of Story County and are partnering to offer a free Scam Awareness Series at the Sixty Forward Center.

Held on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays of the month from 2–3 p.m., each session focuses on a different type of scam (home improvement and social media scams to cryptocurrency, lottery, and holiday scams). Participants will hear practical tips and real-life examples from Heartland Board member Rhonda Whitney and VisionBank of Iowa professionals Trish Anderson and Shauna Walther.

When: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays of the month | 2–3 p.m.
Where: Sixty Forward Center
Cost: Free

Sessions are free to attend and include light refreshments from The Bistro. Learn more and view upcoming topics at https://www.heartlandofstorycounty.org/program-services/scam-awareness-series/

06/07/2026

Hobby Happening: Benefits of Learning Music

Steve Reisetter is a lifelong music performer and music teacher. He will inform or remind folks about the power of music, especially music reading, to maintain brain health and even to develop it. There have been fewer studies among elders, but it is well known among neuroscientists that reading music while you perform it occupies virtually every sector of the brain, which can be said of no other activity of which we are aware.

So not only is singing and playing instruments a lot of fun, it can also help us maintain brain health! Time permitting, Steve may give some examples of how that can work. And hey, maybe we will sing a song!

06/06/2026

National Cancer Survivors Day

A Community Event with Bliss Cancer Center

Celebrate strength, hope, and community at Survivorship Day hosted by William R. Bliss Cancer Center. This special event honors cancer survivors, caregivers, families, and friends while recognizing the journey beyond diagnosis and treatment.

Survivorship Day offers an opportunity to connect with others, enjoy activities and refreshments, and learn about supportive resources focused on wellness, healing, and life after cancer.

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

NOW HIRING - Aqua Fitness Instructors

Love the water? Turn your passion into a paycheck and contribute to wellness in your community!

Ames Parks and Recreation is seeking energetic and reliable aqua fitness instructors for year-round opportunities. Classes are offered at Furman Aquatic Center and Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center.

Pay range: $15.66–$16.61 per hour
If interested, apply online at www.CityOfAmes.org/Jobs.

For questions about the position, contact Claire Eagan, Wellness Program Manager, at [email protected] or 515-239-5353.

06/04/2026

Order a cake for your next event! 🎂
Make every celebration a little sweeter. Order a cake from The Bistro for your next gathering.

Contact The Bistro Manager, Beth Grimm
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 515-509-0778

06/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Live Music on the Patio last night. Also, thank you to Central Iowa Jazz Trio for kicking off our first patio concert!