I hope you’re all ready to wear green and go find some four leaf clovers because March is here! Seems like yesterday, we were putting hearts up around the centers and spending a little extra time with your loved ones, but alas, we are in March, ready to celebrate some holidays and some fun Spring time events.
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 March. 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
Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on Monday March 31st in observance of Dolores Huerta Day
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, March 26th 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 of St. Patrick’s Day
Saint Patrick, who lived during the fifth century, is the patron saint of Ireland and its national apostle. Born in Roman Britain, he was kidnapped and brought to Ireland as a slave at 16. He later escaped, but returned to Ireland and was credited with bringing Christianity to its people. In the centuries following Patrick’s death (believed to have been on March 17, 461), the mythology surrounding his life became ever more ingrained in the Irish culture: Perhaps the most well-known legend of St. Patrick is that he explained the Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) using the three leaves of a native Irish clover, the shamrock.
• When Was the First St. Patrick’s Day Celebrated?
Since around the ninth or 10th century, people in Ireland have been observing the Roman Catholic feast day of St. Patrick on March 17. The first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place not in Ireland but in America. Records show that a St. Patrick’s Day parade was held on March 17, 1601 in a Spanish colony in what is now St. Augustine, Florida. The parade, and a St. Patrick’s Day celebration a year earlier were organized by the Spanish Colony’s Irish vicar Ricardo Artur.
More than a century later, homesick Irish soldiers serving in the English military marched in New York City on March 17, 1772 to honor the Irish patron saint. Enthusiasm for the St. Patrick’s Day parades in New York City, Boston and other early American cities only grew from there.
• Growth of St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
Over the next 35 years, Irish patriotism among American immigrants flourished, prompting the rise of so-called “Irish Aid” societies like the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick and the Hibernian Society. Each group would hold annual parades featuring bagpipes (which actually first became popular in the Scottish and British armies) and drums.
In 1848, several New York Irish Aid societies decided to unite their parades to form one official New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Today, that parade is the world‘s oldest civilian parade and the largest in the United States, with over 150,000 participants. Each year, nearly 3 million people line the 1.5-mile parade route to watch the procession, which takes more than five hours. Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Savannah also celebrate the day with parades involving between 10,000 and 20,000 participants each. In 2020, the New York City parade was one of the first major city events to be canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; it was again canceled in 2021. The parade in New York and others around the country returned in 2022.
• The Chicago River Dyed Green
As Irish immigrants spread out over the United States, other cities developed their own traditions. One of these is Chicago’s annual dyeing of the Chicago River green. The practice started in 1962, when city pollution-control workers used dyes to trace illegal sewage discharges and realized that the green dye might provide a unique way to celebrate the holiday. That year, they released 100 pounds of green vegetable dye into the river–enough to keep it green for a week. Today, in order to minimize environmental damage, only 40 pounds of dye are used, and the river turns green for only several hours.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Genetics, Psychology and Forensics Discussion Group
Wednesdays at Joslyn 3:00-5:00pm
Have you ever wanted to learn more about genetics? How about psychology or forensics? Well, we have a discussion group at Joslyn covering all these topics. Come by and share with the group your questions and thoughts. Please join us, we need you. The group is facilitated by James L. Atwell, MA author of How to Improve your Life: Dreams, Self-Therapy & Genetics. This group requires no prior knowledge of genetics, forensics, or psychology so feel free to stop on by and join in on some riveting discussions. This group is a place for any and everybody to join in and share thoughts or ideas about the
Soulful Seniors
Fridays at Joslyn 2:00-4:00pm
The purpose of this group is to explore well-known world religions, including Native American spiritual practices, and lesser known spiritual communities and their philosophies. Individual members to explore and present weekly topics. No one is expected to be an expert in what they present but rather to share what has peaked their interest and curiosity. The group is open to nayone who wants to leanr more about diverse cultures, philosophies, and discuss new ideas with others. The group is a collection of those who want to open their minds to new facets of the world, so if this aligns with your interest, come join us!
Thursdays at Joslyn 12:00-2:00pm Ukulele
Joslyn Ukulele Group is a peer-led round robin jam session comprised of very friendly and forgiving players of all abilities. The emphasis is on fun, not perfection. We are not a teaching group, but any of us are happy to help newer players with any questions or tips and tricks to make playing more fun. We play songs that cross a variety of genres, from simple two or three chord songs to much more challening material. members are welcome to participate as much or as little as they want, even if it’s just to sing along. If you’ve been looking for a group to play with, this group is a perfect fit! As long as you won and know the basics on
JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS
Hospice and Palliative Care:
Alzheimer’s is a global health problem with more than 6 million people living with the disease in the US alone. Tremendous gains have been made in the understanding of the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, detection, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions.
Wednesday, March 5th
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W Olive Ave Burbank, CA 91506
Please call (818) 238-5353 to RSVP
AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT, RESEARCH IS HAPPENING.
AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT, DISCOVERY IS HAPPENING.
AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT, LEARNING IS HAPPENING.
Most retirees worry about running out of money before they run out of time. They think it is just a numbers game. Will the stock market go up or down? The Five Keys to a successful retirement are about much more than dollars and cents. They are about who you are, your mindset and behavior. Attend this class presented by SSG Specialist, Evan Press, Certified Financial Planner, to learn the Five Keys and how to put them to good use.
Dispelling the
Date
Time Weds, March 5th 12pm PT / 3pm ET
Location
Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506
Xotchil@Leezascareconnection org (818) 847-3686
leezascareconnection org @leezascareconnection
Join Dr. James Lao for an insightful hour on how managing risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol can help prevent a stroke and improve your overall health.
Stroke, Hypertension and Nutrition
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Joslyn Adult Center in Burbank 1301 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, CA 91506 Free parking
Taking care of your overall health is key to preventing a stroke. This starts with learning how to manage risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol. By making healthy choices, such as exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, and not smoking, you can greatly lower your risk of having a stroke.
Medicare questions? Licensed insurance agent Devon Hunter will be onsite to assist. License #0H34760
Please RSVP by calling Joslyn Adult Center at (818) 238-5353 or by
We look forward to seeing you there!
About Dr. James Lao Dr. Lao cares for people of all ages, from kids to grandparents. He attends to many health needs such as common illnesses, nutrition, and minor procedures. He treats the whole person, not just their sickness. Dr. Lao is always learning, honest with his patients, and respects everyone’s different backgrounds. He’s kind, a good problem solver, and is devoted to ensuring everyone feels safe and understood.
JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS
Developing a Personal Emergency Plan
Our March 2025 trip is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26, 2025. We will be traveling to Los Angeles Public Central Library. In their Getty Gallery, we will be seeing an art exhibit called No Prior Art: Illustrations of Invention. The exhibit explores the intersection of art, science, and invention. We will take the Burbank Bus - Pink Route to Universal Metro Station to Pershing Square 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.
Representative Arthur Hachikian
Tuesday, March 4 10:45am to 12:00pm Thursday, March 27 10:45am to 12:00pm
• 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.
Meet at Burbank Joslyn Center at the main desk at 8:45am
Return to Burbank Joslyn Center approximately 3:30pm
If you are interested in joining us, please contact us. Our contact information is:
Barbara DeVall 818-636-3417 or Maria Kerrigan BurbankTravelBuddy@yahoo.com BurbankTravelBuddy@yahoo.com
*** = Appointment/RSVP must be made
MARCH PROGRAMS
12:30pm - Sunday Matinee Dance
8:15am - Texas Hold’em Tournament
9:00am - Hearing Screening*** 9:00am - Alzheimer’s Support Group
10:00 - Leeza’s Care Connection
10:00am - Young at Heart Club 6:30pm - Coin Club
2:00pm - Ukulele Performance
9:00am - Alzheimer’s Support Group
11:00am - Heart Health
12:00pm - Fall Prevention & Senior
11:00am - Fall Risk Assessments
10:00am - Bet Tzedek Appointments *** = Tuttle Senior Center = Joslyn Adult Center 27 28 29
Mashed Potatoes over Lo Mein Noodles Corn over Whole Grain Pasta
Brussels Sprouts Asian Vegetable Blend
Orange Green Peas*
Whole Grain Roll Cabbage Cucumber Salad
Whole Grain Bread
Poached Ginger Pear
Southwest Chicken Shepard's Pie
Pinto Beans Carrots
Yellow Squash* Corn*
Shredded Cabbage Mixed Green Salad
Whole Grain Tortilla Whole Grain Roll
Peaches Kiwi
Corned Beef Baked Pollock
Red Potatoes OR Vegetable Quiche
Carrots Mixed Vegetables
Steamed Cabbage Green Peas*
Rye Bread Broccoli Salad
Orange Juice Whole Grain Bread
Chicken or Pork Adobo Turkey Milanese
Green Peas over Pesto Linguine
Brown Rice Cauliflower & Zucchini
Mesclun Salad Carrot Raisin Salad
Pineapple Mango Cup Orange
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce
Broccoli
Green Beans*
Caesar Salad
Pear or Peach
Orange Juice
Brown Rice
Carrot Salad
Squash
Cauliflower*
Caesar Salad
Apple Melon Cup
Orange Juice
Baked Fish
Green Beans
Cashew Chicken Frozen
Green Peas
Spinach Salad Beet Salad
Barley with Herbs
Mixed Berry Parfait
Brown Rice
Seasonal Fruit
Mandarin
Whole Grain Bread
BBQ Chicken Tamale Pie Frozen
Sweet Potato Black Beans Cantaloupe
Brown Rice
Coleslaw
Peach or Pear
Mesclun Salad
Pineapple Mango Cup
Salmon in Dill Sauce Beef Stir Fry Frozen
Green Beans
Asian Vegetable Blend Pear
Black Beans* Brown Rice Whole Grain Bread
Mixed Green Salad Beet Salad
Whole Grain Roll Cantaloupe or Tangerine
Applesauce
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.
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
1st Wednesday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am Appointments
COMING IN APRIL
Legal Planning for Seniors
Learn about Advanced
Location
Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506
Xotchil@Leezascareconnection org (818) 847-3686
leezascareconnection org @leezascareconnection
MARCH PUZZLE ANSWER
Family Caregiver Education
Behaviors & Alzheimer’s Disease: Using IDEA!
April 16th
Using the IDEA! rategy, this program aims to help individuals explore why behaviors happen, their meanings and practical tips to respond.
Communication & Dementia: Connecting with a Person Living with Memory Loss
May 21
This program explores communication principles necessary to maintain meaningful connections. Using scenarios, this training o ers tips and useful rategies to help with communication issues over the course of the disease.
Making Home Safe for a Person with Alzheimer’s
June 18th
This training helps caregivers under and, manage and improve the safety risk factors at home that can seriously impact an individual with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia’s ability to ay at home for as long as possible.
JOSLYN ADULT CENTER • 1301 W. OLIVE AVE, BURBANK, CA 91506
To RSVP, contact Xotchil at (818) 847-3686 or Xotchil @ leezascareconnection.org
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
• Enthusiastic and friendly people looking to make a change
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of insurance
• Live Scan fingerprinting screening
• NCSI screening National Center for Safety Initiative
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Monday–Friday
• One a week, once a month, or whenever your time permits
