CITY SERVICE REQUEST HOTLINE 840-6111 City Service Hotline is for Oakdale residents to report code enforcement issues, graffiti, and public works related service requests to City staff.
GLADYS L. LEMMONS SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION Chair, Wally Huhn; Vice Chair Steve Kim; Members at large; Joan Baker, Jeannie Cavanaugh, Earlene Dene, and Ora Davis.
JULY/AUGUST 2013 450 East A Street Senior Center Hours (209) 845-3566 Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Web Site: www.ci.oakdale.ca.us Editor: Linda Royalty Facebook: Gladys L. Lemmons Senior Community Center
Senior Commission meets at the Senior Center. Next meeting September 17 at 2 pm.
QUILT RAFFLE ICE CREAM SOCIAL & OAKDALE COMMUNITY BAND & SINGING SENIORS CONCERT Tuesday, July 16 – 5:30 pm Come and enjoy a summer evening of ice cream and music at the Senior Center. Ice cream will be served from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm The concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. Cost is $5, buy your tickets today at the Senior Center Hospitality Desk or at the door.
SPECIAL FRIDAY LUNCH Friday, July 19 & August 16 12 pm At the Senior Center
Purchase tickets to win a beautiful quilt created by Audrey Findlay of the craft class. It is now on display at the Senior Center, all the proceeds go to the Senior Center. Tickets are one $1 or six for $5. The drawing will be held at the Craft Boutique on November 2.
FUN SUNDAY LINE DANCING July 28 & August 25 1 pm - 4 pm Cost $7 Kick up your heels and join in on an afternoon of line dancing and fun.
Sponsored by Oakdale Pharmacy Seniors come and enjoy a special lunch thanks to Oakdale Pharmacy. There will also be a free drawing, 10 lucky seniors will receive gift certificates from Oakdale Pharmacy. Purchase your tickets at the hospitality desk at the Senior Center. Cost is $2 for each lunch, no refunds and tickets are limited to 100.
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SENIOR CENTER CLOSED Independence Day July 4 & 5
LINDA’S LINES Good News: The Senior Lunch Program has added a day to the program. Howard Training Center will be serving lunch Monday through Thursday, starting July 1. Thank you to all volunteers who helped at the Senior Information Day. We had a great turnout and it was a huge success. Job well done!!!
ROYSE MEMORIAL POOL AQUATICS PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Adult Lap Swim Monday through Friday - 12 pm to 1 pm Monday through Thursday - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Cost $3
AquaZumba Tuesdays & Thursday 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm $30 a month or $5 a class Tuesday through Thursday 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm $45 a month or $5 a class
AARP Driver Safety Program presented by Oak Valley Hospital Community Education and AARP Wednesdays and Thursdays - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm August 21 & 22 - November 6 & 7 At the OVHD Medical Plaza – 1425 West H Street at Ash Avenue, Royal Oak Room An eight-hour classroom refresher course for drivers 50 and older. The class is intended to refine participants’ driving skills and enhance understanding of age-related changes that can affect skills and abilities. Completion of the course may qualify participants for an auto insurance premium reduction. Class size is limited. Fees are $12.00 for members and $14.00 for nonmembers. (Make checks payable to AARP.) Call Family Support Network at 8475121 ext. 10 for more information.
TRANSPORTATION StaRT Riverbank and Oakdale Dial-a-Ride
ST. MATTI’S TRANSPORTATION FOR SENIORS
StaRT offers Dial-A-Ride services in Oakdale and Riverbank. Curb to curb service is available Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Fares (one-way) General Public $1.50 Seniors, students and disabled $1.25 Out of area fare (additional) $1.50 For further information and reservations please call 869-7444.
The Saint Matthias Anglican Church in Oakdale has started a new ministry for Oakdale seniors in need of transportation to the grocery store, local appointments, or errands. The church is also in need of volunteers to provide this service. For more information please call 846-1675 or email smfsoakdale@gmail.com. 2
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS CONCERTS IN THE PARK DATE July 19 July 26 August 2 August 9 August 16 August 23 August 30
BAND Highway 99 Party Band (RB, Blues & Rock) Never 2 Late (Country) Remedy (Classic Rock & Country) Dale Himes w/Hip Piano & Crew (Jazz & Boogie Woogie) Oakdale Community Band Dossi on the Rocks (Blues) Vintage (Oldies)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Dorada Park MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
OAKDALE CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET Every Thursday Night Ends August 29 5 pm to 8 pm
Movies Under the Stars is a great way to enjoy an evening under the stars watching a family movie at Cottles Wood Park, located on East J Street across from Sierra View Elementary School. Bring your lawn chair and a blanket and sit back and enjoy the show. Snacks can be purchased at the park.
Located on 3rd Avenue
Movie Dates July 20 - Brave - Sponsored by OID August 17 - Rise of the Guardians - Center for Human Services.
Come and enjoy Great Food, Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Honey, Herbs & much more! Summer’s Greatest Event! Buy Green - Eat Green - Save Green
September 21 - Lady and the Tramp Ace Hardware & Shelter Pet Alliance *All movies will begin at dusk
SENIOR SERVICES MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
OAK VALLEY HOSPITAL DISTRICT SPONSORED CLASSES
Free blood pressure checks on the second Monday of each month from 10 am to 12:30 pm,. (July 8 & August 12) are provided by Provident Care.
CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION CLASSES
Having your blood pressure checked regularly is important. It tells you how healthy you are and if you are facing a decline in your health. Clinical trials demonstrate that people who maintain blood pressures within particular pressure ranges have much better long term cardiovascular health.
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month 1 pm to 5 pm At the Senior Center Cost $15
HICAP A Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program representative is available at the Senior Center on the first Friday of every month from 9 am to 1 pm. Appointments are available by calling 845-3566. 3
TRIPS & TOURS Register for trips at the Hospitality Desk at the Senior Center. Trips must be paid in full at time of registration. TRIPS & TOURS REFUND POLICY Sorry, no refunds on trips unless a replacement is found or if the trip is cancelled. It is the participant’s responsibility to find a replacement if unable to go on a scheduled trip. If you do not have a replacement, ask at the front desk to see if there is a waiting list.
PLEASE BE AT THE SENIOR CENTER 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE BUS LEAVING AND PARK YOUR VEHICLE IN THE UPPER PARKING LOT REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR ID ON THE TRIP
ALASKAN CRUISE September 7, 2013 - 11 Days/10 Nights On the Grand Princess Information for this cruise is available at the Senior Center or by calling Linda at 845-3567. If you book now payment is in full. *********************************************************************************************
Christmas at Hearst Castle December 5-7, 2013 $436.00 per person double occupancy - Single Supplement: $120.00 Register today at the Senior Center for this trip during the Holiday Season. A visit to Hearst Castle is an opportunity for visitors to travel back in time and experience the Castle as it might have been on Christmas in the 1920s or 1930s. Every December the staff at Hearst Castle works hard to decorate the estate for the holidays, creating a special atmosphere that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. The main house and guest houses will be decorated for the holidays making for an impressive site. Christmas at the Castle is an event that is not to be missed! Tour Highlights: Roundtrip transportation via luxury motor coach Holiday in the Pines Hospitality Celebration...shop in quaint downtown Cambria with merchants and restaurants offering special discounts, festive treats, and live entertainment. 2-night stay at the Cambria Pines Lodge featuring beautiful holiday garden light displays. Includes baggage handling, welcome banquet dinner, and full hot cooked breakfast each morning. The lodge will feature it’s 2nd annual European Christmas Market on property featuring gift items, ornaments, and holiday treats. Guided Christmas Experience Tour at Hearst Castle fully decorated for the holiday Guided Trolley Tour - Point San Luis Lighthouse Hosted lunch at Apple Farm Restaurant with time to shop in the Holiday Boutique Free time downtown Paso Robles *********************************************************************************************
Day Trip to Monterey August 7 Cost $60 Join us for a day trip to Monterey. Trip includes roundtrip transportation via motor coach. Disembark either at Monterey Pier or at Cannery Row, then enjoy an afternoon on your own of shopping, site seeing, visiting the Monterey Aquarium and lunch. The motor coach will leave the Senior Center at 8 am and return at 7:30 pm which will give you 5 hours to spend in Monterey. Deadline is July 24 and we will need 25 passengers.
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WEEKLY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Friday
Thursday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Monday
ACTIVITY
TIME
COST
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
On Your Own Painting Group
8 am - 12 pm
Free
Zumba
9 am - 10 am
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Dominos
12:30 pm - 4 pm
Free
Bingo
1 pm - 4 pm
10 cents a card
Beginning Line Dancing
9 am - 10 am
Watercolor Painting Class
9 am - 12 pm
Free
Grandparents Support Group
9:30 am - 11 am
Free
Advance Line Dancing
10 am - 11 am
Bridge
12:12 am - 4 pm
Free
Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group
1 pm - 3 pm
Free
Widowers Support Group
6:30 pm - 9 pm
Free
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
Craft Group
9 am - 12 pm
Free
Tap Dancing
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Free
Computer Class
10 am - 12 pm
Free
Spanish Class
10 am - 12 pm
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Hand & Foot Card Game
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Bingo
1 pm - 4 pm
25 cents a card
Badminton
8 am - 10:30 am
Free
Drawing Class
9 am - 11 pm
$5 a class
Hand & Foot Card Game
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Tap Dancing
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
Free
iPad Class
2 pm - 3 pm
Free
Singing Seniors
2:30 pm - 4 pm
Free
Yoga
8 am - 9 am
12 classes $50
Watercolor Class
9 am - 12 pm
$5 per class
Beginning Line Dancing
9 am - 10 am
Advance Line Dancing
10 am - 11 am
Wii Games
10 am - 11 am
Free
Young at Heart Exercise
11 am - 12 pm
$2 a week
Bridge
12:15 pm - 4 pm
Free
Movie Matinee
1:15 pm - 3 pm
Free
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CLASSES
SUPPORT GROUPS
BASIC SPANISH
WIDOWED PERSONS
Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Widowed Person Support Group meets at the Oakdale Senior Center the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. WPS meetings for newly bereaved and for those who feel in need of counseling are at 6:30 pm, with General Group at 7:00 pm. At these meetings there are many interesting speakers from the community, travel, video evenings, crafts, and great fellowship.
Class instructor is Ray Winders It’s never too late to learn a second language.
COMPUTER CLASSES Wednesdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Classes are half-hour periods. The class are for all levels and will focus on your needs. Register at the Senior Center hospitality desk.
Come and join us the 1st Saturday of each month for breakfast at 9:00 am and dinner on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at different locations.
iPad CLASSES Thursdays - 2 pm - Starting May 9 Bring you iPad and learn the amazing things it can do.
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
SOCIAL GROUPS
Tuesdays - 9:30 am - 11:00 am
OAKDALE SINGING SENIORS
This group is for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Information on available services, and the support of other grandparents.
Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Director: Ron Quintanal.
RED HAT SOCIETY NEWS
ART CLASSES
The “Oakdale’s Fun-Lovin’ Ladies” schedule: Wed., July 3 - 11 am - No Meeting Wed., August 7 - 11 am. - Café Bravo Call Countess Cookie to make your reservations at 8470761. The only requirements are to be a woman 55 years old or older and wear a red hat and purple outfit to their activities.
ON YOUR OWN Mondays & Thursdays - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm No instructor, artists working together
WATERCOLORS Tuesdays - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Instructor Melba Pimentel.
PURLS OF WISDOM KNITTING GROUP
DRAWING CLASS
Tuesdays - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursdays - 9 am to 11 am $5 per class
Gather to knit and chat is what this group enjoys doing. Come and join them.
Sign-up today and receive a list of supplies you will need for the class. Instructor: Jackie Beaty
CRAFT GROUP Wednesdays - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
EXCURSION INTO THE WORLD OF WATERCOLOR
Visit this group and join in on the fun. Bring your own project or learn a new technique. This group has been making all sorts of items and selling them to raise money for the Senior Center.
Fridays - 9 am to 12 pm - Starting June 7 Join Chloe Fonda and learn how to use the palate to bring to paper the vibrant hues and subtle variations of natural color and light which delight the eye and move the mind and heart. Class size is limited to seven per class. This class is open to all regardless of training or experience. Artists must furnish their own materials with direction from Chloe. Fees are $5 per class. If this piques your creative interest, for more information and what materials you will need call Chloe at 847-4062 prior to the class.
FRIDAY MOVIE MATINEE Join other movie goers at the Senior Center on Fridays at 1:15 pm in the Conference Room. Bring your own drinks, and we will provide the popcorn. Movies will be posted Monday prior to showing.
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GAMES
EXERCISE
BINGO
YOGA
Mondays, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 10 cents a card
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:00 am - 9:00 am This class will increase circulation, flexibility and endurance plus reducing stress and blood pressure.
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 25 Cents a card each game
Program Fee: $50.00 12 Class Punch Card
MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS
LINE DANCING
Mondays, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesdays & Fridays Beg. - 9:00 am & Advanced - 10:00 am Come and learn to Line Dance
BRIDGE Tuesdays & Fridays, 12:15 pm - 4:00 pm The bridge group requests that all players be present by 12:15 pm.
YOUNG AT HEART Strength Training/Exercise Classes Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
HAND & FOOT Wednesdays & Thursdays, 12:15 pm
Donation of $2 a week
Hand & Foot is a card game, an off- shoot of Canasta. Come to play or learn to play. Play begins at 12:15 pm so please be at the conference room at 12:10 pm to check in.
BADMINTON Thursdays - 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Wii SPORTS
Come and join us in playing indoor badminton. Tennis shoes are required for your safety. For those less active come and play Ping Pong.
Fridays - 10:00 am Come, learn, and play Wii Sports. Learn this fun gaming system. Try bowling and tennis, once you play you won’t want to stop.
TAP DANCING Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am Thursdays 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm Starting a beginning routine. Join the Oakdale Rockettes today. Cost is $10 a month to cover cost of costumes.
SENIOR MEAL PROGRAMS SENIOR LUNCHES
ZUMBA At the Senior Center
To make reservations call: 303-0946 Meals are provided by Howard Training Center to seniors Monday through Thursday at 12:00 pm with a recommended donation of $3 for 60+ and $4.50 for under 60. Reservations must be made two days in advance. Kitchen hours are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Monday - 9:00 am - 9:45 am Join in this fun, dancing exercise. This class is free for seniors. Sponsored by CareMore.
MEALS ON WHEELS Sponsored by the Howard Training Center For more information call 538-4000
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GLADYS L.LEMMONS SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER 450 EAST A STREET OAKDALE, CA. 95361 209-845-3566
NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR 2013 Time to subscribe for the 2013 Newsletter. To subscribe please fill out form below, and mail or drop the form, with $10, to the Senior Center. Make checks payable to the City of Oakdale. The newsletter is published 6 times a year.
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