Sixty Forward
Sixty Forward connects those 60+ in Ames and throughout Story County to shared facilities and a wide range of programming that supports a physically active, socially vibrant, and healthy life.
06/14/2026
06/13/2026
Turning Memories into Masterpieces
Join Lisa Kuehl of Heartland Scrapbooks for an inspiring presentation on using photos and mementos to create meaningful creative projects that honor loved ones.
Whether you’re curious about scrapbooking, memory quilts, or organizing keepsakes, this session offers approachable techniques to help you get started! Attendees are welcome to bring their own items for recommendations or completed projects to showcase. All are welcome!
For more information contact: [email protected]
Date: June 16
Time:11:00 am - 12:00 pm
https://www.sixtyforward.org/event/turning-memories-into-masterpieces/
06/13/2026
A new session of Fitness Classes begins soon at Sixty Forward. Registration is now open for a wide variety of classes.
Ready to refresh your routine? Try an Aqua Class this session. Water-based exercise offers a low-impact workout that is gentle on joints while helping improve endurance, mobility, and overall wellness. Classes are available both outdoors at Furman Aquatic Center and indoors at Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center.
Stay active, meet new people, and discover a fitness routine that works for you this season.
Register https://webtrac.cityofames.org/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=cL5U6L5X22002F41234M2W4W724Y5T67086B454F5E1H714C6N511N0B626U5L02013Z4R421S734R53537200685G6L6B6V4U4I4Q69684R5A51005J646W6F0C655R5C&keyword=&primarycode=&subtype=&age=&category=fitness&keywordoption=Match+All&grade=&location=&showwithavailable=No&daysofweek=&beginyear=&bydayonly=No&spotsavailable=&timeblock=&instructor=&beginmonth=&endmonth=&display=Detail&search=yes&page=1&module=AR&multiselectlist_value=
06/11/2026
Cucumber Mint Lemonade
Ingredients
1 large cucumber, sliced
1 handful fresh mint leaves
1 cup lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
¼ to ⅓ cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
6 cups cold water
Ice
Directions
Add cucumber slices and mint leaves to a pitcher.
Gently muddle with a wooden spoon.
Add lemon juice, sweetener, and water.
Stir well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Serve over ice with extra cucumber slices and mint.
Optional: Add sparkling water just before serving for a little fizz.
06/10/2026
Meet Evie, one of the newest members of The Bistro team.
Evie joined us in May and is excited to gain experience and connect with customers.
A few things to know about her:
• Favorite Bistro item: Breakfast Quesadilla
• Favorite Bistro beverage: Iced Vanilla Latte or Peach Shake
• Favorite book/movie: Facing the Giants
• Hobbies: Reading and spending time outside with friends
• Hidden talent: She can play volleyball pretty well
• Bucket list destination: Charleston, South Carolina
• Karaoke song: Run to You by Lady A
• Coffee, tea, or neither? Coffee
• Early bird or night owl? Early bird
• Sweet or salty? Sweet
If you stop by The Bistro, be sure to say hello and welcome Evie to the team.
06/09/2026
Something new at The Bistro.
We’re now featuring bakery items from Piece&Freedom Bakery
Good coffee and something fresh from the bakery case makes for a pretty solid morning. Stop in and give them a try.
06/09/2026
June Feature: Bistro Strawberry Feta Salad
Fresh flavors are on the menu this June at The Bistro at Sixty Forward Center. This month’s featured salad includes Clayton Farms greens topped with toasted walnuts, fresh strawberries, feta, and a house-made raspberry vinaigrette for just $10. Add grilled chicken for $4.
Enjoy your meal indoors or take advantage of patio season and dine outside with friends on the Bistro patio. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the summer weather and a fresh seasonal lunch.
Bistro’s Hours: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
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205 S. Walnut Avenue
Ames, IA
50010