In honor of entering the month of jokes and good fun, we here at Joslyn want to give you our own little joke; What do you call a factory that makes good products? A satisfactory! While the joke may have been a little corny, we hope it gets you all looking forward to this month of harmless pranks and fun jokes.
This year also marks the start of the City’s 100 Centennial Celebration! Our lovely Parks and Recreation Department was established 100 years ago, and what better way to ring in a new year than with amazing events and merchandise celebrating our wonderful city! As the year unfolds, keep a lookout on our Burbank website for information on how we plan to celebrate our Centennial year, to learn more and to purchase some Centennial gear, visit our website: https:// www.burbankca.gov/web/parks-recreation/burbank-parkscentennial
Both Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Center are packing in a bunch of amazing events in April. From health presentations, to class series; there is something for everyone. If there is anyone out there missing daytrips - there may be a temporary fix for that travel want. The “On the Move” program holds trips every month right out of Joslyn. They take a group of people to places such as museums, art exhibits, outlet malls and so much more. Be sure to check out their ad on the “Joslyn and Tuttle” events pages to learn more about how to join in on their trips!
For the most up-to-date information on classes, events, and our monthly presentations, please visit Joslyn and Tuttle or check out our website: www.burbankca.gov/adults55
-Joslyn and Tuttle Staff
The Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed Sunday, April 20th in observance of Easter.
JOSLYN ADULT CENTER
1301 W Olive Ave Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 238-5353
FACILITY HOURS
MON-THUR FRI SAT SUN 8AM - 8PM 8AM - 6PM 9AM - 1PM 12PM - 4PM
TUTTLE SENIOR CENTER
1731 N Ontario St Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 238-5367 MON - FRI SAT SUN 9AM - 2:30PM CLOSED CLOSED
FACILITY HOURS
SENIOR BOARD MEETING
Joslyn Adult Center Wednesday, April 23rd 1:00pm
Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to the meeting and can be found on the bulletin board on the backside of City Hall and online at BurbankCA.gov
The History Behind April Fool’s Day
April Fools’ Day—occurring on April 1 each year—has been celebrated for several centuries by different cultures, though its exact origins remain a mystery. April Fools’ Day traditions include playing hoaxes or practical jokes on others, often yelling “April Fools!” at the end to clue in the subject of the April Fools’ Day prank. While its exact history is shrouded in mystery, the embrace of April Fools’ Day jokes by the media and major brands has ensured the unofficial holiday’s long life.
Origins of April Fool’s Day
Some historians speculate that April Fools’ Day dates back to 1582, when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, as called for by the Council of Trent in 1563. In the Julian Calendar, as in the Hindu calendar, the new year began with the spring equinox around April 1.
People who were slow to get the news or failed to recognize that the start of the new year had moved to January 1st and continued to celebrate it during the last week of March through April 1st became the butt of jokes and hoaxes and were called “April fools”. These pranks included having paper fish placed on their backs and being referred to as “poisson d’avril” (April fish), said to symbolize a young, easily caught fish and a gullible person.
Hilaria in Ancient Rome
Historians have also linked April Fool’s Day to festivals such as Hilaria (Latin for joyful), which was celebrated in ancient Rome at the end of March by followers of the cult of Cybele. It involved people dressing up in disguises and mocking fellow citizens and even magistrates and was said to be inspired by the Egyptian legend of Isis, Osiris and Seth.
History of April Fools’ Day
April Fools’ Day spread throughout Britain during the 18th century. In Scotland, the tradition became a two-day event, starting with “hunting the gowk,” in which people were sent on phony errands (gowk is a word for cuckoo bird, a symbol for fool) and followed by Tailie Day, which involved pranks played on people’s derrieres, such as pinning fake tails or “kick me” signs on them.
April Fool’s Day Pranks
In modern times, people have gone to great lengths to create elaborate April Fools’ Day hoaxes. Newspapers, radio and TV stations and websites have participated in the April 1 tradition of reporting outrageous fictional claims that have fooled their audiences. In 1957, the BBC reported that Swiss farmers were experiencing a record spaghetti crop and showed footage of people harvesting noodles from trees. In 1985, Sports Illustrated writer George Plimpton tricked many readers when he ran a made-up article about a rookie pitcher named Sidd Finch who could throw a fastball over 168 miles per hour.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Burbank University Women
2nd Thursday of the month at Joslyn 4:00-6:00pm
BUW invites all women who have completed 60 units or more of college work to apply for membership. The goal of Burbank University Women is to promote education and intellectual growth. Activities include monthly meetings with interesting speakers, book club, dining group, day trips, fundraising activities and furnishing college scholarships to graduates of Burbank high schools. For membership information please contact Jeri Primm at 818.843.2610 or Marcia Baroda at 818.848.2825. This group is a great introduction for anyone looking to give back to the upcominm Burbank graduates.
Basic Fitness
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Joslyn
9:00-10:00am I 8:30-9:30am
This exercise class is designed for all fitness levels. It follows a CD that instructs the group. There is no equipment needed for this exercise class. Only a chair is required, which is provided by the Joslyn center. This class focuses on every joint, working your body from head to toe. This workout class is perfect for any and all exercise levels, whether you’re a natural or you’re looking to get back into exercising. This class can be modified to best support you, whether it be any type of mobility issue, or you want to challenge yourself a little bit more. Come grab a chair and join the class!
Full Body Conditioning
Tuesdays at Joslyn 10:45-11:30am
In this exercise class, Charleen will focus on the whole body which includes the cardiovascular system, joint mobility and muscle/vibe strengthening exercises. A 1-3 lb hand weight or a resistance band is needed. This class is great for those who are just starting to exercise and also those that exercise consistently. The focus of Full Body Conditioning is to increase mobility in the joints, increase heart rate, to strengthen the lungs and heart, and strengthen muscles that in turn increase bone density to increase overall function and balance of the body. All exercise classes can be modified for any range of mobility.
JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS
Join SSG Senior Specialist, Carol Pilkington, CSA, Spiritual Counselor, for an engaging discussion about aging solo. Whether single, divorced, or having lost a lifelong partner, this class provides helpful information on key steps to consider when planning to live independently, ways to remain active and connected, and strategies to reduce loneliness and isolation. Participants will receive a guided roadmap to successfully prepare for a safe, secure, and supported future.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH JOSLYN ADULT CENTER
Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W. Olive Ave. Burbank, CA 91506
RSVP by calling Joslyn Adult Center at(818) 238-5353 or visiting HealthyWayEvents.com
Register Now at Joslyn Adult Center or Event Calendar at foundationforseniorservices.org 1301 W. Olive Ave. Burbank, CA 91506
the-counter (OTC) meds can interact with other drugs. Kendra will address these critical factors and answer all of your pharmacy-related questions and concerns.
Burn prevention in older adults
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Presented by The Grossman Burn Foundation
Join us for a free presentation on burn prevention in older adults. Our highly skilled health educators will discuss 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree burns, fire safety, burn prevention, emergency treatment and first aid.
Medicare questions?
Licensed insurance agent
Devon Hunter will be onsite to answer any questions about Medicare.
CA License #0H34760
JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS
Burbank Animal Shelter Table Topic
Come learn about the wonderful programs our animal shelter. Meet some of the adoptable animals and maybe you will fall in love.
April 24, 2025
10:30AM to 11:30AM
Tuttle Senior Center 1731 N Ontario Street Burbank, CA 91505
Call 818-238-5367 with any questions
Your life. Your legacy. Plan to make it right.
Join us for a free in-person informational seminar and find out how to protect your loved ones by planning your life celebration in advance.
> 4 simple steps to planning ahead > Gain valuable peace of mind
> Request a free Personal Planning Guide > Complimentary refreshments
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2025 | 10 A.M. Joslyn Adult Center | 1301 W Olive Ave | Burbank, CA 91506 Contact the Joslyn Center to sign up: 818-238-5353
Pierce Brothers Valhalla & PIERCE BROTHERS VALHALLA MEMORIAL PARK PierceBrothersValhallaMortuary.com
Our April 2025 trip is scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, 2025. We will be taking a one hour historical walking tour with the Little Tokyo Historical Society. We will take the Burbank Bus - Pink Route to Universal Metro Station to Civic Center Station in DTLA. We are limited to the number of travelers we may take with us so sign up is REQUIRED. Please sign up by March 21, 2025.
Requirements:
• You MUST sign a Metro waiver form at time of trip.
• You MUST have a current Burbank Active Card with a bus stamp and a valid Metro TAP card with stored cash value.
• You MUST sign up by calling Barbara DeVall or emailing Maria Kerrigan to be included in this trip.
• Wear your walking shoes.
• Bring a hat and a bottle of water since we will be out in the weather.
• Bring a bag lunch and cash or credit card for lunch.
Seminar Flyers – U.S. & Canada
It's simple to customize this flyer for your location.
Meet at Burbank Joslyn Center at the main desk at 8:45am Return to Burbank Joslyn Center approximately 3:30pm
1. Click "Change Document Name" at the top of the page and update to include location/market name and date.
2. Ensure you’ve selected the correct location(s).
If you are interested in joining us, please contact us. Our contact information is:
3. Double-click “Select U.S. or Canada” on the left, below Layers, to access the customization panel.
4. In the pop-out box, select your language. Click "Apply."
5. Click "Preview" to review your flyer before downloading or saving.
6. Click "Finish" to generate a PDF without crop marks. Then, click “Download” and select “Original” or “Moderate” for a print-ready file.
Barbara DeVall 818-636-3417 or Maria Kerrigan BurbankTravelBuddy@yahoo.com BurbankTravelBuddy@yahoo.com OTMRP Travel Buddies for Burbank Joslyn Center
OR, click “Save” to continue working later. Your flyer will appear in My Documents > Drafts.
APRIL PROGRAMS
10:00am - Bet Tzedek Appointments *** = Tuttle Senior Center = Joslyn Adult Center *** = Appointment/RSVP must be made
4:00pm - Burbank University Women 9:45am - Valley Porcelain Artists
9:00am - Hearing Screening*** 9:00am - Alzheimer’s Support Group 1:00pm - T-Shirt Painting Class
9:30am - Coin Appraisal
12:00pm - Latin Dance Exercise Class
10:00amPrePlanning Lecture 10:00am - UCLA Lecture
Beef Fajitas
Pinto Beans
Mediterranean Chicken
Baked Fish or Frozen Meal
Roasted Vegetables OR Tuna Salad Banana
Corn Brown Rice
Green Salad
Lentil Salad
Whole Grain Tortilla Pita Bread
Potatoes Grape Juice
Creamy Coleslaw Whole Grain Bread
Whole Grain Roll
Pineapple Mango Cup Cantaloupe or Tangerine Applesauce Or Baked Apple
Fish Creole Chicken Dijon
Red Beans
Coleslaw
Herb Zucchini
Carrots
Stuffed Bell Pepper
Mixed Vegetables
Green Peas
Whole Grain Tortilla Kale Chopped Salad Green Salad
Peach or Plum
Whole Grain Roll
Seasonal Fruit
Beef Stew Turkey Stir Fry
Dinner Roll
Apple
Orange Juice
Tuscan Bean Stew Frozen Meal
Roasted Cauliflower Apple
Spinach Salad Whole Grain Bread
Whole Grain Roll
Orange
Carrribean Chicken Turkey Bolognese Frozen Meal
Mashed Potatoes over Lo Mein Noodles Corn over Whole Grain Pasta Cantaloupe
Brussels Sprouts Asian Vegetable Blend Brown Rice Squash Bread
Orange Green Peas
Carrot Salad
Whole Grain Roll Cabbage Cucumber Salad Seasonal Fruit
Whole Grain Bread
Poached Ginger Pear
Southwest Chicken Shepard's Pie
Pinto Beans
Carrots
Yellow Squash Corn
Shredded Cabbage
Whole Grain Tortilla
Baked Fish
Green Beans
Spinach Salad
Cauliflower
Caesar Salad
Apple Melon Cup
Orange Juice
Cashew Chicken Frozen Meal
Green Peas Mandarin
Beet Salad
Mixed Green Salad Barley with Herbs Brown Rice
Whole Grain Roll
Peaches Kiwi
Hot Turkey Sandwich
Baked Pollock
Green Beans OR Vegetable Quiche
Mixed Berry Parfait
Seasonal Fruit
Whole Grain Bread
BBQ Chicken
Sweet Potato
Mashed Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Brown Rice
Spinach Salad Green Peas
Dried Cranberries Broccoli Salad
Orange Juice
Whole Grain Bread Applesauce
Coleslaw
Peach or Pear
NUTRITION SERVICES
HYBRID MEAL DISTRIBUTION
The City of Burbank Nutrition Program is practicing a Hybrid Meal Distribution. All three nutrition sites are now open for dinein! However, program participants may choose to take their meals to-go.
• 5 meals are served each week: 2 hot meals, 2 cold meals, and 1 frozen meal alongside milk, juice, fruit, and bread.
• Tables are sanitized; disposable utensils are provided.
• Bringing a cooler or insulated bag is encouraged.
• Patrons must first enroll in the
HOME DELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM
The City of Burbank Home Delivered Meals Program provides homebound individuals with:
• 5 to 7 nutritious meals per week in addition to milk, juice, fruit and bread
• Voluntary suggested donation is $3.00
The HDM Program is currently accepting applications. To qualify, applicants must be:
• A Burbank resident
• At least 60 years of age
• Evaluated by staff to determine need and eligibility
Lunch Pick-up
Effective October 2023, the Hybrid meal distribution program will offer dine- in meals on Monday through Thursday from 11:00- 12noon.,and Friday will receive frozen meals. Grab and Go meal distribution will remain the same, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 11a.m. to 12:00.
Lunches are now available at:
Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W Olive Ave 818 238 5357
Tuttle Senior Center 1731 N Ontario St 818 238 5367
McCambridge Recreation Center 1515 N Glenoaks Blvd 818.238.5365
Only the eligible seniors who received the advance confirmation with the Nutrition office can participate in dine -in or Grab and Go meal distribution Please contact the nutrition office for more detail information
Ages 60+ = $2 suggested donation
To enroll in the meal program, call the location from which you would like to pick up. After submitting an application, a start date will be given. Must be 60+ to qualify. Suggested $2 donation for EACH meal.
For more information and/or enrollment, please call (818) 238-5366.
The mission of the Elderly Nutrition Program is to improve the well-being of older adults and help older adults remain independent and in their communities by providing nutritious meals and socialization.
The menu writing specifications and requirements are developed by the County of Los Angeles Area Agency on Aging. This helps facilitate the menu writing process annually and encourages agencies and caterers to meet the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) included in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 20202025. The menu is set for a six week cycle. The approved menu by the Los Angeles County dietitian assists us and our project dietitian in providing nutritious, appetizing, and high quality meals for our seniors.
RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+
BURBANK BUS
Burbank Bus Senior & Disabled Transit provides transportation service to Burbank residents age 60 or over or disabled (with doctor’s certification). This service offers efficient, comfortable, and reliable transportation within the City of Burbank. Reservations are required.
For more information and updated hours of operation, contact: (818) 238-5360.
SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE
The Senior Resource Guide provides a listing of agencies and organizations in the Burbank community and surrounding cities offering services to older adults and their families.
Go to www.BurbankCA.gov/Adults55 and click on “Resources” or Scan the QR Code to gain access to the most up-todate Senior Resource Guide.
BET
TZEDEK
LEGAL SERVICES AT JOSLYN
Bet Tzedek is a non-profit organization that aims to help improve the safety and quality of life for older adults.
Need assistance with the following issues:
Abuse/safety concerns
Conservatorship/guardianship
Consumer issues/fraud
Employment issue or IRS dispute
Foreclosure/real estate fraud
Health care directives/advance planning
Housing conditions/discrimination
IHSS (in-home support) disputes
Landlord-tenant issues
Public benefits
RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+
HEARING SCREENINGS
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE FUTURE OF AGING
Explore the world of artificial intelligence and its impact on society, especially for seniors. Join SSG Specialist, Eric Becker, Home Care Liaison with The Key, for an engaging discussion about how AI is reshaping aging and senior living. Learn how AI is transforming four key aspects of life - mobility, communication, physical & mental health, and companionship. Gain valuable insights on staying informed and navigating this digital revolution.
