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Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Memory Café - Recall Aid

Recall Aid is a voice-led, AI-guided reminiscence activity designed for older adults experiencing memory changes and their care partners. At the Memory Café each guest selects a meaningful life moment and discusses it on an iPad, while Recall Aid asks gentle follow-up questions based on what they share. Their words are then transformed into a short first-person story with a matching image, and each participant receives a printed keepsake to take home and share with family. Location: Other. Address Building/Floor: The Ralston House, Wellness Center (first floor), 3615 Chestnut Street. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Workshop. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Friday, February 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, March 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Memory Café - Tango Therapy Project

Join us for an adapted tango movement session with music, simple guided steps, and time to connect with others. The class supports mobility and balance for older adults and people living with neurological or motor challenges. Since 2024, the Tango Therapy Project has offered adapted tango classes in Philadelphia’s Parkinson’s community. This Memory Café session brings the same welcoming approach to a wider group. Location: Other. Address Building/Floor: The Ralston House, Wellness Center (first floor), 3615 Chestnut Street. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Workshop. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Friday, March 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Cognitive Comedy

Cognitive Comedy is a free improv comedy workshop for people with cognitive impairment and their loved ones. Participants can get out of their own heads and experience “group mind” while learning the tenets of improv comedy. This free program is open to all members of the PMC community. Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, March 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, April 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Creative Expression Through Music

This fun, free, in-person interactive program is powered by the talented Community Artist Fellows and showcases the expressive power of music. We invite those who love music to join us in making, enjoying, and discussing a variety of musical compositions. Location: Curtis Institute. Address Building/Floor: Curtis Institute, 1616 Locust St, Philadelphia, PALenfest Hall, Room 310. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Class. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Thursday, April 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit pennmemorycenter.org.

Memory Café - Yai Chi

Aimée Alegria Barry teaches Tai Chi at several Philadelphia-area arboretums and nature preserves. Ms. Barry started studying Tai Chi forty years ago. She holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has a background in Pilates, dance and horsemanship. For the Memory CareTai Chi workshop, Aimée will begin with some introductory marks about Tai Chi and explain its healing philosophy. Next Ms. Barry will lead participants through a Qi Qong warm up, to help them focus and understand the basics of Tai Chi movement. While participants take a brief break, Aimée will demonstrate Tai Chi postures. Then participants will be taught the beginning steps of the Tai Chi form. A question-and-answer period will conclude the workshop. Location: Other. Address Building/Floor: The Ralston House, Wellness Center (first floor), 3615 Chestnut Street. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Workshop. Sponsor: Penn Memory Center. Friday, April 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.