Live the Life - July–September 2019 by City of Lakewood

For Anyone Age 55 and Better. July–September 2019

In this issue —

ARTS AND CRAFTS, RECREATION, TRAVEL, FITNESS AND MORE.

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For Anyone Age 55 and Better. Programs so engaging, you’ll want to lie about your age! July–September 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

LOCATION, HOURS & STAFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Live the Life! is the magazine of the Lloyd G. Clements Community Center, City of Lakewood. It is distributed free of charge throughout the community. All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce in whole or in part. Editor: Roxy Johnson Design: Paul Koob Printing: Signature Offset

REGISTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 HEALTH & WELLNESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ART & CRAFT CLASSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 COMPUTER CLASSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 FITNESS & WELLNESS CLASSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Primary Photography: Todd Pierson

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The older adult programs available through the Clements Center offer a wide variety of activities and services that emphasize social, mental and physical wellness, all in an attractive, healthy and enjoyable environment.

SPECIAL INTEREST CLASSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

OUTDOOR RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 DROP-IN ACTIVITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 FREE ACTIVITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 ONGOING ACTIVITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 EVENT RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

TTY: 303.987.4840 Fax: 303.987.4841 Email: Clements@Lakewood.org Online: Lakewood.org/OlderAdults

PLEASE NOTE The Clements Center, its services, classes, activities, meal site and Lakewood Rides will be closed on the following days: Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day Monday, September 2 – Labor Day

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LOCATION

STAFF

1580 Yarrow St., Lakewood, CO 80214

Older Adult Staff Dawn Sluder, Older Adult and Transportation Supervisor Roxy Johnson, Class and Travel Coordinator Dani Hammond, Recreation Programmer I – Older Adult David Appel, Senior Services Specialist Jayne Willis, Business Specialist II Jean Engstrom, Older Adult Nutrition Coordinator John Lyon, Facility Coordinator Jonathan Armenta, Assistant Facility Specialist

HOURS Monday–Friday: 8 am–5 pm Saturday: 8:30 am–1 pm

Transportation Staff Mark Poirier, Transportation Services Coordinator Eva Sorensen, Dispatcher/Scheduler Maria Vergano, Business Specialist II

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS! For more information on becoming a community partner, please call 303.987.7871 or email Sponsorship@Lakewood.org

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Registration EASY WAYS TO REGISTER

WAITING LIST POLICY

ONLINE REGISTRATION — Quick & Easy!

If a class, trip or activity is full, it may be possible to be added to a waiting list. You will be contacted only if a space becomes available. Please note that not all activities accept waiting lists.

1: Visit Lakewood.org/Register 2: Enter your account information or browse as a guest. 3: Find the category “All Ages” and select the link “Older Adults-Clements.” 4: Search for the class/program you want using the activity number or keyword. 5: Select your class; add it to your cart. Use the activity number (#) to search for a class or program through the website, or give the activity number to the front desk staff when you register.

PHONE REGISTRATION 303.987.4820 (Must use credit card.)

REGISTRATION INFORMATION • Preregistration is necessary for most programs and classes. All fees are payable at time of registration. Registration continues until class starts or fills. • All registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. • If a class does not meet minimum registrations, coordinator will cancel before the class meets.

Subscribe to the Travel Brochure Calling 303.987.4820 to subscribe.

Change of Address If your address, email or phone number changes, please notify the Clements Center front desk.

See Our Video Online Hear from participants about Clements Center program and services, and see participants in action at Lakewood.org/OlderAdults. 303.987.4820

INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES Lakewood welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities into our programs and activities. Individuals with disabilities are welcome to register for any recreation class or program. If you need assistance or additional information, please e-mail RoxJoh@lakewood.org or call 303.987.4823. We provide interpreter services for people with hearing impairments upon request. Please call 303.987.4823 to request this service. We request at least 72 hours notice. TDD available: 303.987.7057.

REFUND, CREDIT AND TRANSFER POLICY When you sign up for a class, we depend on your enrollment for a successful class; however, we understand that sometimes your plans may change. All credit/refund requests must be made at least three days prior to the start of a program. Refund requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to a $20 processing fee. Refunds can be added to your household account or issued via check or credit card; no cash refunds. Please allow three weeks to receive a refund. We reserve the right to cancel or combine classes; a full refund will be issued if we cancel a class. Your payment will be credited to your household account, and you will be notified to discuss your options.

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Important Information LAKEWOOD POSSIBILITIES FUND All residents should have access to the City of Lakewood’s programs and facilities, regardless of income. If you are in need of financial assistance in order to participate, submit an easy application online or at any Lakewood recreation facility to check your eligibility. Possibilities Fund scholarships are awarded based on household income and as funding allows. A portion of the registration fee is always paid by the participant. For more information, visit Lakewood. org/PossibilitiesFund, call or visit any recreation facility or email Possibilities@Lakewood.org.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK By registering for or participating in any city recreation activity or program, or by using any city recreation facility, the participant (or guardian) acknowledges that such participation or use carries with it potential risks, up to and including serious injury. When choosing to register for, participate in or observe any city activity or program, or to use or be a spectator at any city recreation facility, the participant, the participating minor child’s guardian, or caregiver/guardian of a participant agrees to accept the potential risks and hazards associated with participating in, observing or using such programs, activities or facilities.

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CODE OF CONDUCT City of Lakewood Community Resources Department supports and promotes an atmosphere of respect and courtesy. Appropriate behavior and interaction with others is expected of all patrons and participants. Physical, mental, verbal or emotional abuse will not be accepted in any city activity, event, facility or program. Any Community Resources employee shall be authorized to enforce the Code of Conduct, along with any rules and regulations applicable to the facility, activity, event, park or program. Any person acting inappropriately or disrespectfully may be subject to the revocation of the privilege of using city facilities or participating in city activities, events or programs. Such determination will be made according to the city’s exclusion procedures. There is a zero-tolerance policy for violations of this Code of Conduct.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Have an impact on lives and improve the health of our community by volunteering with any of our wide variety of ongoing opportunities ranging from youth sports to our victims advocate volunteers. We have an opportunity that fits every age. Visit Lakewood.org/Volunteer or email KarGra@Lakewood.org for more information.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES DEPARTMENT We are committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work and play in Lakewood.

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Health & Wellness Services HOT MEAL DEAL Volunteers of America dining room offers hot, nutritious meals for people age 60 or older and includes fun activities for socializing and wellness before and during the meal. These socializing activities may change monthly. Wellness activities before lunch include the following: MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS SilverSneakers® Yoga SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS Blood pressure checks TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS SilverSneakers® Classic Meals are served Monday–Thursday and the first Friday of each month at noon. Come eat, enjoy and socialize! A $2.50 contribution ($8.50 charge for those under age 60) is requested for meals. Please reserve meals two business days in advance by calling 303.987.4833 before 11 am.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Monitor your health with monthly blood pressure screenings provided by a retired RN. No appointment needed, just drop by the Lakewood Room. DATES: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. TIME: 10–11:45 am

LOW-VISION SUPPORT GROUP The Jefferson County Senior Low-Vision Program, funded by a state grant, offers free information, referral, education, training, support and advocacy to persons with macular degeneration or other low-vision conditions and to persons who are blind. For more information, contact Estesania Corral at 720-526-2804. DATES: Thursdays. July 18, August 15, September 19 TIME: 10:30–11:30 am

REACHOUT OFFICE The Reachout Office provides information for older adults on the following topics:

REGISTRATION IS EASY! Use the activity number to search for a class or program at Lakewood.org/Register, or give the number to front desk staff when you register. 303.987.4820

• Housing • Transportation • Legal assistance referrals and much more Contact David Appel for information at 303.987.4838 or DavApp@Lakewood.org.

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Health & Wellness Services MASSAGE THERAPY & REIKI Massage Therapy Massage can increase flexibility and range of motion, improve muscle/tendon/ligament elasticity and enhance circulation. Massage can help bring oxygen and nutrients to tissues for reduced risk of injury and a quicker recovery. Types offered: Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage Therapists: Cayla Pierce and Greg Holland

Reiki Reiki is a gentle healing technique that uses a light touch to balance the human energy system. Reiki promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, may relieve pain, balances energy and increases the body’s natural ability to heal. The energy therapy works not only on the physical body, but also on the mind, emotions and spirit to promote overall health. Reiki is a complementary therapy that is often used in conjunction with medical techniques to promote recovery. Relax, fully clothed, on a comfortable massage table, and enjoy a revitalizing and peaceful experience!

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SUPPORT GROUP FOR CHANGE, LOSS & GRIEF Have you experienced a major change that you feel saddened by? Would you like to talk about it? Feel free to drop in to participate in this ongoing free service. Dates: Thursdays. July 11 & 25, Aug 8 & 22, Sept 12 & 26 Time:

10 –11 am

VISITING NURSES SUPPORT SERVICES Treat yourself to some important health screenings. Services available are blood pressure checks, toenail clipping, blood sugar checks, health history and examinations, health education, flu shots and referrals as needed to other community and health care services. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call the Clements Center front desk at 303.987.4820. For more information about the Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, call 303.698.6496.

Reiki Practitioner: Andrea Peltier

Dates: Friday, July 5; Thursday, Aug 1; Thursday, Sept 5

MASSAGE/REIKI RATES: $35 for 30 minutes / $48 for 60 minutes

Time:

9 am–3 pm

To schedule an appointment, visit the Clements Center front desk or call 303.987.4820. Payment is required at the time you schedule your appointment. THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD HAS CREATED AN EMAIL NEWSLETTER JUST FOR YOU! It’ll keep you up to date on all of the great social, arts, recreation and volunteer opportunities available through the Community Resources Department. Sign up to receive Ageless Lakewood by going to Lakewood.org/Newsletters and providing your email address. 8 | July–September 2019

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Transportation Services

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Thresa Arney grew up right here

in Lakewood, graduating from Green Mountain High School. She enlisted in the U.S. Navy for a four-year tour, then returned to Lakewood and became a federal employee. After 35 years of service, Thresa has enjoyed her reitrement!

Lakewood Rides offers door-through-door transportation to Lakewood’s residents who are 60 years old or older and persons with disabilities of any age. We provide transportation for medical and personal appointments, group and individual grocery shopping, employment and social trips. We also provide rides to the Clements Center for the many services offered: activities, classes and Volunteers of America dining. Destination points can be anywhere within Lakewood as well as east to University Boulevard, west to Golden proper, north to 49th Avenue and south to Quincy Avenue. All rides are scheduled upon availability on a firstcome, first-served basis. For questions, fares and to have information mailed to you, please call 303.987.4826 or email questions to LakewoodRides@Lakewood.org.

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Upon her retirement, Thresa had a neighbor, Mary Edgar, ask her to take a class to learn how to play Mah Jongg. Not knowing anything about it but loving to play any type of card or board game, Thresa agreed. Mah Jongg has become a very big part of her life, and after only a year and a half of learning, Thresa has become the instructor here at the Clements Center. Thresa states, “Mah Jongg is a fun game where you meet many other players that quickly become your friends. The Clements Center is a great place to learn to play the game. You will learn the National Mah Jongg League Rules, and we play for fun, not money.” The next class will begin in August. Upon completion of the class, you are welcome to join the drop-in game every Monday (except holidays) from 1 to 4 pm.

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Arts & Crafts Classes ALTERNATIVE TECHNIQUES IN WATERCOLOR Pour, spray and spatter your way to successful and fun watercolor painting using a variety of alternative techniques. Some painting experience required. Create unusual effects with spray webbing, resists and learning to carve images out of negative space. Bring your painting supplies to the first class. Supply list: palette with paints, brushes, water bowl, paper towels, sponge, spray bottle, 140 lb watercolor paper 1/4 sheet size, gatorboard or support, masking tape, drawing pencil, kneaded eraser, masking fluid and salt. Instructor: Gail Firmin Fee: $45 / $47 nonresident #780002-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 1-3:30 pm

ART AND SOUL Learn techniques and colors using watercolor. Cosponsored by the Developmental Disabilities Resource Center. Mentors: Gail Firmin, Jim Rothrock Fee: $19 / $21 nonresident #780004-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 10:15-11:45 am

GLASS FUSING Learn the techniques of making fused-glass pieces for your home or for gifts. No prior glass or fusing experience is needed. Students will complete five exciting projects. Glass, tools, supplies and firings are included for all projects.

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR Come join us for this fun workshop designed for beginning painters. We will explore different techniques used in watercolor painting: wet in wet, dry brush, flat and graded washes, scumbling, scraping, etc. We will complete a simple scene using these effects. Supplies will be provided. Instructor: Gail Firmin Fee: $26 / $28 nonresident #780015-01 Sat Aug 31 10 am-noon

JAPANESE BUNKA EMBROIDERY Sometimes called thread painting, this is a needlework art form done with a punch needle and a unique rayon thread from Japan. A sample is in the front lobby of the Clements Center. Basic supplies (about $30) and beginning kits (about $30) are sold in class, cash or check only. Instructors: TBA Fee: $20 / $22 nonresident #780016-01 Wed Aug 7-Sept 25 10 am-noon

OIL PAINTING This is a great class for all abilities; venture into some new techniques with our award-winning instructor. Supplies will be discussed in the first class. Instructor: Joyce Hollandsworth Fee: $49 / $51 nonresident #780019-01 Mon Aug 5-Sept 30 1-3:30 pm

Instructor: Joan Paschall Fee: $140 / $142 nonresident #780012-01 Thu Aug 15-Sept 19 9:15-11:45 am

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POTTERY– ALL LEVELS Do you enjoy using your hands to create beautiful items? Learn to use the potter’s wheel and handbuilding in the same class. Glazes included. Additional cost of $17.50 for 25 pounds of clay and firing fees. Instructor: Carla Thorpe Fee: $87 / $89 nonresident #780032-01 Mon Sept 9-Dec 9 9 am-noon (No class Oct 7, Nov 11) #780032-02 Wed Sept 11-Dec 4 9 am-noon (No class Oct 9) #780032-03 Sat Sept 14-Dec 14 9 am-noon (No class Oct 12, Nov 30)

SILVERSMITHING – ALL LEVELS For beginners, sequential projects will bring a basic understanding of metal working. Advanced students will choose their own project and work at their own pace. Supply cost will be kept to a minimum. Instructors: Anne Reichel Fee: $71 / $73 nonresident #780036-01 Mon Sept 9-Dec 9 1-3:30 pm (No class Oct 7, Nov 11) #780036-02 Tue Sept 10-Dec 3 1-3:30 pm (No class Oct 8) #780036-03 Thu Sept 12-Dec 12 6:30-9 pm (No class Oct 10, Nov 28)

WOODCARVING Join this group of talented carvers and have fun! Beginners are welcome.

STAINED GLASS Learn the copper foil and lead method of stained glass art. Learn glass identification, glass handling, cutting and how to choose your project. New students are encouraged to join the all-levels class. Instructor: Joan Paschall Fee: $48 / $50 nonresident ALL LEVELS #780039-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 9:15-11:45 am INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED #780040-01 Mon Aug 5-Sept 30 9:15-11:45 am #780040-02 Thur Aug 8-Sept 26 12:15-2:45 pm

Fee: $16 / $18 nonresident #780048-01 Wed Aug 7-Sept 25 9-11:30 am #780048-02 Wed Aug 7-Sept 25 1-3:30 pm 303.987.4820

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Computer Classes PRIVATE COMPUTER LESSONS See a class you want, but the time doesn’t work? Have a specific thing you’d like to learn on your device (phone, tablet or computer)? Bring it and we will figure it out! You will have step-by-step notes to take home. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please contact the Clements Center front desk at 303.987.4820. Instructors: Shawn Winchester and Makan Tabrizi Fee: $45 for one 60-minute session / $120 for three 60-minute sessions

iPAD BASICS

COMPUTER BASICS LEVEL II

Learn how to make the most of your iPad! There are over 700,000 apps out there that can help you do everything from learning more about your iPad to reading a book on it. Bring your iPad if you have one or if you’re still contemplating purchasing one, just come and learn more about the hottest tablet out there.

This class will cover the following topics: file/search, opening, revising and saving files, customizing the desktop, recycle bins and shortcuts. This class will also cover basic maintenance, troubleshooting and computer upgrade or purchase guidelines.

Required: iPad if you already have one.

Instructor: Dale Harrington

Instructor: Makan Tabrizi

Fee: $44 / $46 nonresident

Fee: $43 / $45 nonresident #780104-01 Mon/Wed July 1 & July 3 9 -11 am

#780107-01 Wed Aug 7-Aug 28 1-3 pm #780107-02 Wed Sept 4-Sept 25 1-3 pm

COMPUTER BASICS LEVEL I

SMARTPHONE BASICS (iPHONE)

In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of the Microsoft Windows environment including using the mouse, starting programs, saving files, basic text editing, closing, opening, sizing windows and file management.

Are you using your iPhone just to make calls? iPhone can do so much more! Learn how to make the most of your iPhone to text, send instant messages, make video calls (FaceTime), send and receive email and more.

Instructor: Dale Harrington

Required: An iPhone is highly recommended. The instructor will demonstrate various functions of the phone but will not supply one for students.

Fee: $44 / $46 nonresident #780106-01 Wed Aug 7-Aug 28 10 am-noon #780106-02 Wed Sept 4-Sept 25 10 am-noon

Prerequisites: Computer Basics Level I or fundamental computer skills.

Instructor: Makan Tabrizi Fee: $43 / $45 nonresident #780125-01 Mon/Wed July 15 & 17 9-11 am

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SMARTPHONE BASICS (ANDROID)

ADDRESSES AND LABELS

Make the most of your smart phone. Learn to text, send instant messages, send and receive email, take photos and videos and send them to your loved ones, search the internet and more.

Bring your addresses. We’ll get them into a spreadsheet and show you how to print labels. This is a great way to store addresses and update them with ease! You keep the work you complete.

Required: An Android phone is highly recommended. The instructor will demonstrate various functions of the phone but will not supply one for students.

Instructor: Shawn Winchester

Instructor: Makan Tabrizi

FIX PHOTOS

Fee: $43 / $45 nonresident

Fee: $18 / $20 nonresident #780109-01 Tue Sept 10 10 am-noon

Stop paying high cable TV bills and choose a service that lets you see more of what you want to watch with no strings attached. Discover a variety of services that best fits your needs and stop paying for packages and channels you never watch. This is a cost savings seminar that you can’t afford to miss!

Bring your travel photos or other shots on an SD camera card, CD, DVD or thumb drive, or bring the device they are on. Move them to a computer or thumb drive. We will show you tools to edit them, such as resize, brighten, rotate or crop a portion off. Save your edited photos and your originals. Bring your laptop or use our computers. Bring a USB (“thumb”) drive to save your photos or purchase one in class. (If your photos are on a phone, bring phone cable.)

Instructor: Makan Tabrizi

Instructor: Shawn Winchester

Fee: $24 / $26 nonresident

Fee: $26 / $28 nonresident

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PHOTOS WITH TEXT

MAKE A VIDEO

Create a page with photos with fun type styles, titles and boxes to work with what you’re writing. You can create cards, posters, newsletters and more.

Using phone pictures and videos, create a moving compilation that’s an easy and great way to share an event with family and friends. (Bring some pictures and videos on a USB device, camera card or phone.)

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CUTTING THE CORD MADE EASY

Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $17 / $19 nonresident #780132-01 Tue Aug 6 10 am-noon

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Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $26 / $28 nonresident #780128-01 Tue Sept 10 1-4 pm

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PASSWORD MANAGEMENT

CALENDAR BASICS

Review password management programs available for free. Also, create a spreadsheet with your passwords on it, that you can print and take home to your computer. Learn the easy way to search your password. No more little paper notes!

Use the calendar on your phone or computer and see it on both. Always have your events at your fingertips! Get reminders before events. (Bring your email address and password.)

Instructor: Shawn Winchester

Fee: $17 / $19 nonresident

#780119-01 Mon Sept 9 10 am-noon

#780103-01 Fri July 12 10 am-noon

ONLINE LEARNING RESOURCES The healthy mind is one that keeps learning! Whatever you’re interested in learning, we’ll help guide your search and save locations to return to, so that you can study ANY subject. Print the parts you wish to refer to again. Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $17 / $19 nonresident #780124-01 Tue July 23 10 am-noon

VIDEO VISITS Using Skype, we’ll set up an account, find others to contact and try out a video call. (Bring your email address and password.) Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $26 / $28 nonresident #780123-01 Fri Sept 6 1-4 pm

Instructor: Shawn Winchester

BACK UP YOUR COMPUTER Use the Windows backup program or do it yourself. Don’t lose the important pictures and documents on your computer! Bring or purchase a USB storage device or external hard drive. Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $17 / $19 nonresident #780101-01 Thu July 11 10 am-noon

CLOUD STORAGE AND FREE PROGRAMS Microsoft, Apple and Google all offer free programs for word processing, spreadsheets and slide presentations online. They each have some free storage space to offer as well. Sign up and learn how to use them! (Bring your email address and password. If you already have a Microsoft, Apple or Google ID, bring those passwords.) Instructor: Shawn Winchester Fee: $26 / $28 nonresident #780102-01 Tue Jul 23 1-4 pm

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Fitness & Wellness Classes Clements Community Center classes provide inclusive, effective programs for any level of fitness. Ongoing participation will help build overall health and wellness. While instructors can provide modifications for different fitness levels, classes on the far ends of the challenge rankings have less flexibility for variations.

CHALLENGE LEVELS 1 Basic moves, feet on the ground, conversational pace

Basic and challenging moves, feet on the ground, some moves with feet off the ground

Challenging moves, feet off the ground, challenging pace

ESSENTRICS® Challenge Level 3–5 Essentrics® strengthens and stretches every muscle in the body eccentrically, rebalancing the muscular structure in continuous rotational movements. This one-hour, dynamic, full-body, low-impact workout can help you slenderize and tone your entire body, gain strength and flexibility, eliminate joint pain, improve posture, reduce back pain, improve balance, and most importantly, have fun! This class is designed to be half standing and half floor work.

BRAIN GYM

Instructors: Margaret Jurado/Tamara Arendt No fee for SilverSneakers® members

Challenge Level 1–2

Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class

Increase clarity, coordination and memory through simple Brain Gym movement, games, exercises and activities. Other benefits are improved reading skills, math skills, following calendar dates, following instructions, remembering medications, fall prevention, improved speech, having fun and enjoying life. Come each week and see the improvement. This will be fun!

#780215-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 1:30-2:30 pm #780215-02 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 1:30-2:30 pm #780215-03 Sat Aug 10-Sept 28 8:30-9:30 am

Instructor: Debra Smith Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident

Not sure which fitness class is a good fit for you?

Try your first class FREE!

#780210-01 Fri Aug 9-Sept 27 9-10:30 am 303.987.4820

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Fitness & Wellness Classes ESSENTRICS®, RELEASE, REBALANCE, RESTORE

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QI GONG Challenge Level 1–2

Challenge Level 1–3 This one hour, all standing class is a full body, low-impact class designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance and posture while relieving aches, pains and joint stiffness. This class is great for anyone starting to exercise after a long sedentary period, those recovering from an injury or dealing with chronic pain. For men and women of all ages who are looking for a gentle, slow tempo class. Chairs are available to help with balance when necessary.

These energy cultivation movement patterns have been refined through thousands of years of popular practice. They are gentle meditative exercises that improve the flow of internal energy and promote health, vitality and a sense of balance. Qi Gong is a good complement to any exercise routine for students of all abilities and capabilities. Instructor: Steve Bradley No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780225-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 4-5 pm #780225-02 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 4-5 pm

Instructors: Margaret Jurado No fee for SilverSneakers® members

SILVERSNEAKERS® CLASSIC

Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780216-01 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 noon-1 pm

HATHA YOGA Challenge Level 2–3 Hatha yoga is a great way to stay fit and mobile. Release your stress and tension while gaining strength, flexibility and balance! This class will focus on breath awareness and help your mental concentration.

This class is designed to increase strength, range of movement, agility, balance and coordination and to improve participant’s functional capacities, physical fitness level and sense of well-being. Instructors: Chris Jackel/Lauren Ersland/Karen Kirby Fee: No fee for SilverSneakers® members or $15/10-class punch card Date & TIme: Tue/Thu 9:30-10:30 am Ongoing Tue 11-11:45 am Ongoing Thu 10:45-11:30 am Ongoing

Instructor: Sondi Wright Wakefield Fee: $7/class or $60/10-class punch card Date & Time: Mon/Wed 9-10:30 am Ongoing

Looking for additional information on Silversneakers® classes at the four recreation centers in Lakewood? • Visit Lakewood.org/Fitness • Pick up a copy of “Community Connection” at the front desk.

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SILVERSNEAKERS® YOGA Challenge Level 1–3 SilverSneakers® yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Instructors: Karen Kirby Fee: No fee for SilverSneakers® members or $15/10-class punch card Date & Time: Mon 10-10:45 am Wed 9-10 am

Ongoing Ongoing

TAI CHI Challenge Level 2–4

TAI CHI CAMP Challenge Level 2–4 Tai Chi Camp will focus on detailed form work on Yang style long form. Camp will be beneficial to students of all levels.

Reach a higher level of well-being with the flowing movements of this gentle mind-body exercise. Try Tai Chi to reduce stress, improve your balance and to gain a centered mind.

Instructor: Tim Murphy

Instructors: Tim Murphy/John Huddle

STEPPING ON

No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class BEGINNER #780231-01 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 8:30-9:30 am #780231-02 Sat Aug 10-Sept 28 10-11 am INTERMEDIATE #780232 -01 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 9:30-10:30 am ADVANCED #780233-01 Thu Aug 8-Sept 26 10:30-11:30 am #780233-02 Sat Aug 10-Sept 28 noon-1 pm ALL LEVELS #780234-01 Sat Aug 10-Sept 28 11 am-noon

Fee: $21 / $23 nonresident #780230-01 Wed Sept 18 6-9 pm

Challenge Level 1–2 Stepping On is an evidenced-based seven-week workshop that helps seniors reduce falls and build confidence. Each week, participants meet for two hours. Workshops are led by a healthcare professional and a peer leader. Local guest experts provide information on exercise, vision, safety and medication. In addition, participants learn exercises to help them improve balance and increase strength. Instructor: TBA Fee: $49 / $51 nonresident #780228-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 17 10 am-noon

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Dance SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE Enjoy three hours of dancing to a live band and refreshments. Meet new people and have a good time. Listed below is the schedule of bands that will be playing. Fee: $7/person Date & Time: second, third and fourth Saturdays, July–September, 7-10 pm (Doors open at 6 pm) DATE

BAND

July 13

Jim Kurty

July 20

Terry Norona

July 27

Harris & Harris

Aug 10

Blue Notes

Aug 17

Big Twang Theory

Aug 24

Memories

Sept 14

Perfect Harmony

Sept 21

Terry Norona

Sept 28

Jim Kurty

BEGINNING BELLY DANCE This ancient art form gained popularity in the 1960s and is still going strong. Express yourself through beautiful, feminine dance moves while increasing core strength, coordination and fluidity. Classic body movements of the hips, ribcage, arms and hands are covered. Hip scarf and jazz or ballet shoes recommended. Instructor: Dianne Losasso No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780308-01 Fri Aug 9-Sept 27 10-11 am

BALLROOM DANCE Learn the basics and beyond of two popular dances. The first four weeks will feature American tango and the second four weeks will feature night club two step. American-style tango evolved as a ballroom dance from the sultry Argentine tango danced in Buenos Aires in the early 20th century which was made popular in a 1921 Rudolf Valentino film. It features sharp movements and cat-like foot action. The music is in 4/4 time and has a marching rhythm. Nightclub two-step (NC2S) is a partner dance initially developed in the mid-1960s as a way of dancing to the popular slow ballads of the time. It can be danced to nearly one-third of all songs on the pop charts today. Instructor: Dianne Losasso No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780306-01 Thur Aug 8-Sept 26 2-3 pm

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CARDIO DANCE Join us for a fun aerobic workout through dance! Class will include a variety of different dance styles and concepts, such as jazz and line dance, as well as ballroom dance-style steps. Learn a new short dance phrase each week. No partners needed. Instructor: Jessica Riggs No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780310-01 Thu (No class Aug 29)

Aug 8-Oct 3 3:15-4:15 pm

WESTERN LINE DANCING Dance your way to better health in a fun and social setting! Strengthen your muscles to develop better balance, improve brain power through memorization, strengthen your bones with lowimpact activity and keep those joints in motion. Instructor: Jessica Riggs No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780312-01 Tue Aug 6-Oct 1 2-3 pm (No class Aug 27) #780312-02 Sat Aug 10-Oct 5 11 am-noon (No class Aug 31)

INTERMEDIATE WESTERN LINE DANCING Challenge yourself with this intermediate level line dancing class. All the benefits of the beginning class, but with an expanded step vocabulary and longer dances! Instructor: Jessica Riggs No fee for SilverSneakers® members Fee: $36 / $38 nonresident or $5/class #780317-01 Sat (No class Aug 31) 303.987.4820

Aug 10-Oct 5 noon-1 pm

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Special Interest Classes AARP SMART DRIVER This driving course is specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. The course helps drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Upon successful completion of the course you may be eligible to receive a discount on your auto insurance premium. Preregistration is required. Information: 303.987.4820 Fee: $15/AARP member, $20/nonmember per class Bring your AARP card. Please make checks payable to AARP. Date & Time: Thursdays, Jul 18, Aug 15, Sept 19 5:30-9:30 pm

POPULAR BRIDGE CONVENTIONS Improve your bridge skills while having fun. This class builds on both unopposed and competitive bidding (preempts, overcalls and doubles) from previous classes. It is intended for duplicate bridge players, both new and those seeking improvement. Popular conventions and advanced playing strategies and techniques are taught and practiced. As usual, we will laugh a lot. Think about making a splinter bid—a bid of 4 in your void suit! Supporting books are available at the front desk. Instructor: John Balzer Fee: $29 / $31 nonresident #780406-01 Mon Aug 5-Sept 30 9:30-11:30 am

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BEGINNING MAH JONGG Learn to play the latest game craze of Mah Jongg. No prior experience necessary. You’ll learn what those funny-looking tiles are all about and how to make sense of the Mah Jongg playing card. Bring a pen and paper for taking notes. A handout of rules will be made available at the end of the first class. Instructor: Thresa Arney Fee: $22 / $24 nonresident #780402-01 Fri Aug 9-30 1-3:30 pm

CREATIVE WRITING Find your inner voice and develop inspiration, motivation and confidence while gaining skills that reflect your own style. Topics will vary depending on class needs, including composition, editing and reading techniques. Bring your creativity and laughter. Instructor: Troy Seate Fee: $30 / $32 non-resident #780415-01 Tue Aug 6-Sept 24 2-3:30 pm #780415-02 Wed Aug 7-Sept 25 2-3:30 pm Lakewood.org/OlderAdults

LEARNING AT LUNCH

CLEMENTS COMMUNITY CENTER

LAKEWOOD LINK RECREATION CENTER

1580 Yarrow St.

1295 S. Reed St.

Information: 303.987.4823

Ages: 55 and up

Fee: $2 /per person (per event)

Free for SilverSneakers®, SILVER&FIT® & SENIOR ALL-ACCESS MEMBERS

(Must register to reserve your place.)

ESTATE PLANNING

Sheena M. Moran presents the ABC’s of what you need to know to ensure your family is protected if tragedy occurs. This program will discuss the basics of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and advance directives.

#780430-01 Fri Aug 9 11 am-12:30 pm

#222112-03 Fri Aug 16 12:30-2 pm

LEARN ABOUT THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION

Learn about both dry and wet macular degeneration and current treatments from Dr. Nalin J. Mehta of the Colorado Retina Center.

#780430-02 Fri Sept 13 11 am-12:30 pm

#322303-01 Fri Sept 20 12:30-2 pm

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Medicare Classes MEDICARE 101 CLASS – ENGLISH

CLASE MEDICARE 101 – ESPAÑOL

When: Saturday, September 21, 2019

Fecha: Sábado, 21 de Septiembre del 2019

Time: 3–4 pm

Hora: 1:30–2:30 pm

Where: Clements Community Center

Lugar: Centro Comunitario Clements (Clements Community Center)

Fee: FREE

• Original Medicare (Parts A and B) • Medicare Advantage (Part C) • Medicare Supplemental Insurance Policies (Medigap)

• Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) This class is for anyone who is enrolled, pre-enrolled (age 45–64), or for anyone who has questions about Medicare for themselves, family or friends. Join us to learn about how to enroll in Medicare, the different parts and programs to help with Medicare costs! This class is presented by the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) and its State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). PLEASE PREREGISTER To register contact Clements Community Center at 303.987.4820 or Clements@Lakewood.org. Activity: #780435-02

Costo: GRATIS

• Medicare Original (Partes A y B) • Medicare Advantage (Parte C) • Pólizas de Seguro Suplementarias del Medicare (Medigap)

• Plan de Medicinas (Parte D) Esta clase es para toda aquella persona que está inscrita ó pre-inscrita (de 45 a 64 años), ó para cualquiera que tenga preguntas sobre el Medicare para sí mismos, su familia ó amistades. Únase a nosostros para que aprenda cómo inscribirse en el Medicare, sus diferentes partes, y los programas que ayudan con el costo del Medicare. Esta clase es presentada por el Concejo Regional de Gobiernos de Denver (DRCOG) y su Programa Estatal de Asistencia para Seguros (SHIP). POR FAVOR PREINSCRÍBASE Para registrarse por favor comuníquese con el Centro Comunitario Clements (Clements Community Center) al 303.987.4820 ó Clements@Lakewood.org. Activity: #780435-01

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Outdoor Recreation THURSDAY MODERATE HIKES

THURSDAY WALKS IN THE WOODS

Come join our fun, friendly group for moderate level hikes at a variety of beautiful Colorado locations. An information packet with more details on each hike as well as what to bring, wear, etc., is available at the Clements Center front desk. Hikes will depart from the Clements Center at 7:30 am and return at approximately 5 pm.

Thursday walks are planned for folks who want to enjoy great scenery in Colorado without a difficult climb or too much altitude gain. The walks will range from 2–5 miles with an altitude gain not over 700 feet. An information packet with more details on each walk as well as what to bring, wear, etc., is available at the Clements Center front desk. Walks will depart from the Clements Center at 8 am and return at approximately 3 pm.

Information: 303.987.4820. Fee: $18 for each hike includes leader and transportation.

Information: 303.987.4820.

BIERSTADT LAKE* #780503-01 Thu Jul 11 7:30 am-5 pm

Fee: $16 for each walk includes leader and transportation.

HERMAN GULCH #780503-02 Thu Jul 18 7:30 am-5 pm

STAUNTON STATE PARK #780504-01 Thu Jul 25 8 am-3 pm

SILVER DOLLAR #780503-03 Thu Aug 1 7:30 am-5 pm

LAIR O’ THE BEAR PARK #780504-02 Thu Aug 29 8 am-3 pm

FOREST LAKES #780503-04 Thu Aug 8 7:30 am-5 pm

PINE VALLEY RANCH #780504-03 Thu Sept 26 8 am-3 pm

BUTLER GULCH #780503-05 Thu Aug 15 7:30 am-5 pm

ROXBOROUGH STATE PARK #780504-04 Thu Oct 24 8 am-3 pm

ALLENSPARK TRAIL #780503-06 Thu Aug 22 7:30 am-5 pm STAUNTON STATE PARK #780503-07 Thu Sept 5 7:30 am-5 pm HERMIT PARK #780503-08 Thu Sept 12 7:30 am-5 pm

Outdoor Recreation

LOCH LAKE* #780503-09 Thu Sept 19 7:30 am-5 pm

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GOLDEN GATE STATE PARK #780503-10 Thu Oct 3 7:30 am-5 pm CASTLEWOOD CANYON #780503-11 Thu Oct 10 7:30 am-5 pm WHITE RANCH PARK #780503-12 Thu Oct 17 7:30 am - 5 pm

HOTLINE

In the event of inclement weather, please call the morning of the trip.

*Please bring your Golden Age Pass, Golden Eagle Pass, Golden Access Pass or $10 for park entrance fee on all Rocky Mountain National Park hikes. Clements Community Center is an equal opportunity service provider and a permittee of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests.

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Travel

81st ANNUAL BRONC DAY FESTIVAL

SCULPTURES IN THE PARK

The town of Green Mountain Falls is in a picturesque mountain valley surrounded by Pike National Forest. Join us for a parade, art & craft booths, classic cars and more! Entertainment during the festival will include a gunfighter show, Indian dancers, games and a pie baking contest. Trip includes: Transportation and travel leader. Lunch is on your own. Fee: $50

Trip includes: Transportation, meal and travel leader. Fee: $60 #780670-01 Sat Aug 10 11 am-8 pm

#780669-01 Sat July 27 7:30 am-4 pm

JULY 4 th DINNER & FIREWORKS Savor an evening meal at the Echo Lake Lodge, followed by an explosive firework display in historic Black Hawk. This may be one of the best displays in Colorado! Escape the heat and crowds. You are sure to get a big bang out of this. Trip includes: Transportation, meal, and travel leader. Fee: $89

MARDI GRAS CASINO

“TARZAN

Candlelight Dinner Theater

Based on Disney’s animated film “Tarzan,” this performance tells the story of an infant boy orphaned on the shores of west Africa. The child, being raised by gorillas, thrives in this primitive environment, until his realization of the world beyond his jungle home. “Tarzan” features awardwinning music by Phil Collins. Trip includes: Transportation, show, meal and travel leader. Fee: $94

#780601-01 Thurs July 4 4-11pm

#780649-01 Sat Aug 17 10:45 am-5 pm

Black Hawk

Trip includes: Transportation, travel leader and a $5 food coupon. Earn 600 points to earn another $5 food coupon. Fee: $10 #780607-01 Tue #780607-02 Tue

Heralded as one of the most unique sculpture gardens in the nation, Benson Sculpture Garden is an exceptional collection of art surrounded by flowers, trees and situated around a lagoon. The town of Loveland takes pride in their dedication to art; you won’t be disappointed.

July 9 9 am-3 pm Aug 13 9 am-3 pm

BRECKENRIDGE EVENING CONCERT Relax and enjoy an evening at the Riverwalk Center in stunning Breckenridge! Listen as accomplished musicians serenade you, dine nearby at a wellknown restaurant and leisurely browse through a variety of shops along the town’s Main Street. This is an ideal way to experience the town of Breckenridge without the snow and ice underfoot! Trip includes: Transportation, concert, meal and travel leader. Fee: $128

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#780624-01 Sat Aug 10 2-11 pm

Leave the planning, tickets and driving to us. Enjoy hassle-free travel!

DENVER MOB TOUR Join mob historian Tom Hackett on this exciting new bus tour through north Denver’s Little Italy! We will explore former social clubs, homes and haunts of some of Denver’s most influential mobsters, while uncovering the truth behind many of these legends. Afterwards we will have lunch at a formerly mob run restaurant.

THERE’S GOLD IN THEM THAR HILLS!

Trip includes: Transportation, tour, meal and travel leader.

Marvel at the spectacular fall foliage that Colorado has to offer on this trip to Bronco Billy’s Casino in Cripple Creek! You will travel by motorcoach and receive a half-price meal, $1 toward a dessert or coffee, a free draft, well or soft drink and 20% off merchandise at the booth with your MVP card with a minimum $10 purchase. After earning 150 base points on your MVP card, receive $15 cash.

Fee: $49

Fee: $38

#780658-01 Tue Sept 3 10:30 am-3 pm

#780671-01 Tue Sept 17 7 am-5 pm

GRAND LAKE ART FEST

LEADVILLE TRAIN RIDE

This annual art festival showcases fine art, handcrafted goods and music with the majestic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains in Grand Lake. Enjoy shopping, restaurants and ice cream or a stroll by the lake for the afternoon.

Enjoy the spectacular scenery surrounding historic Leadville this fall. The hills will be alive with color as you cruise on a two-and-a-half hour train ride where the conductor will tell tales of lore and lend historical facts from the mining heyday.

Trip includes: Transportation and travel leader. Lunch is on your own.

Trip includes: Transportation, train ride, travel leader and lunch.

Fee: $75

Fee: $120

#780615-01 Sun Sept 8 9:30 am-5 pm

#780604-01 Tue Sept 24 8:30 am-5:30 pm

GRAND LAKE BY RAIL For Adults 55 and Over

All aboard the train at Denver’s Union Station. Sit back and relax as the fall foliage glides by on the way up to Granby. Next, we drive to the Grand Lake Lodge for lunch, and then finish the day by traveling over Berthoud Pass to Georgetown for a little shopping.

TRAVEL

City of Lakewood Clements Community Center

April–June, 2019

Trip includes: Transportation, meal and travel leader. Fee: $139 #780617-01 Saturday Sept 28 6:30 am-3:30 pm 303.987.4820

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Drop-in Activities All drop-in activities require a payment of $2 for each meeting or the purchase of a passholder card. A passholder card is good for one year from the date of purchase and good for all drop-in activities. Fee: No fee for SilverSneakers® members | Passholder card is $30 / $35 nonresidents. *Wednesday Duplicate Bridge is a separate drop-in and charges $3 per person.

WEDNESDAY *Duplicate Bridge Drop in with your partner for an afternoon of duplicate bridge. You must have a partner to play! $3 per person. Every Wednesday except holidays, 11:45 am–3:30 pm.

Needlecraft Social If you like to do handwork, share time with others and enjoy a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, please join us on Wednesday mornings. We crossstitch, crochet, knit and tat. Every Wednesday except holidays, 9-11:30 am.

MONDAY Clements Mens Club Men over age 55 are cordially invited to attend weekly meetings where fellowship and helping the community are important. Drop in and meet some new friends! Every Monday except holidays, 9–11 am.

Radio Club Come join other amateur radio enthusiasts for a weekly discussion. Every Monday except holidays, 9–11 am.

Mah Jongg Experienced players are invited to come to play this ancient game.

Table Tennis Follow the bouncing ball to a friendly game of table tennis. All experience levels are welcome. Every Wednesday except holidays, 1–4 pm. Every Friday except holidays, 1–3 pm.

FRIDAY Friday Afternoon Social Bridge Contract bridge is played with a change of partners every four hands. You will meet a host of new friends with a strong common bond: the game of bridge. No partner necessary. Passholder card or a $2 drop-in fee is required. Beverages will be provided for a donation. Give it a try! Every Friday except holidays, noon–3:30 pm.

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Free Activities MONDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES Join us at 1 pm on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. Preregistration is required. Please call 303.987.4820 or stop by the front desk to make your reservation. Movies that reach full capacity will be scheduled for a second showing.

July 8

“BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY” 134 minutes, PG-13, Biography/Drama Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton

July 22

“ROBIN HOOD” 116 minutes, PG-13, Thriller/Adventure Starring: Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Ben Mendelsohn

August 12

“AT ETERNITY’S GATE” 111 minutes, PG-13, Biography/Drama Starring: Willem Dafoe, Rupert Friend

August 26

“INSTANT FAMILY” 118 minutes, PG-13, Comedy/Drama Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrne, Octavia Spencer

LOUNGE ACTIVITIES The free senior lounge is always open for friendly board games or cards. Work on a needlecraft project or a jigsaw puzzle. A lending library of books and magazines is available as are vending machines.

SEWING GROUP

September 23

This group makes items for nursing homes such as adult clothing protectors, walker bags and lap robes, plus layette items such as receiving blankets, gowns and pajamas. Donations of fabric and yarn are welcome. For more information, call Arlene at 303.986.7921.

“GREEN BOOK”

Every Tuesday except holidays, 9 am-1 pm.

September 9

“CREED II” 130 minutes, PG-13, Sport/Drama Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone

130 minutes, PG-13, Biography/Comedy Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini

HORSESHOE PITS Clements Center has two horseshoe pits ready for action. Shoe rental is free. See the front desk to check out the equipment.

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JULY 4

JEFFCO STADIUM Gates open at 5:30 pm Fireworks approx. 9:15 pm

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TICKETS

$4 in advance | $6 at the door | $3 children (12 & under)

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AQUA ARTHRITIS CLASSES at Lakewood Link & Charles Whitlock Recreation Centers

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Call the front desk at 303.987.4820, email Clements@Lakewood.org or just drop by! Lakewood.org/OlderAdults

Ongoing Activities SIDEPOCKETS/BILLIARDS

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Everyone age 55 and older is welcome to drop in for a game of billiards. Enjoy a friendly game of cards. Fee: No fee for SilverSneakers® members or $2/day, $15/month, $60/year Hours: 8 am–5 pm, Monday-Friday

OLDER ADULT SPORTS Anyone interested in playing 50-plus, slow pitch softball or volleyball, contact Eric Gavinski at 303.987.4806.

Community Groups The City of Lakewood does not endorse or promote any community group or activity. This listing is intended for informational purposes only.

Jefferson County Council On Aging 500 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401 Meets in Golden on the second Thursday of each month from 2 to 4 pm. JeffCoCouncilOnAging.org Contact: 303.271.3487

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Roberta Garner When I was asked to be the spotlight for this issue of “Live the Life!,” my immediate response was, “Why me? I am only a small cog in the life of the Clements Center.” After further reflection, I realized that Clements Center affects the lives of many, many people, and I am one of those. This year, I became a Clements volunteer with the luncheon program provided by the Volunteers of America. Here I work with a fabulous team of other volunteers. I was surprised at all the myriad tasks required to serve lunch: wipe down tables, put out condiments, make coffee, wipe down the kitchen counters, wash the fresh fruit, check the temperature of the day’s food, wash your hands, put on gloves, prepare the plates, serve the food, and of course, after everyone has eaten, clean up. Truly it takes many hands to make light work of a big task. In addition to becoming a fan of snowshoeing and hiking, and learning the challenges of serving lunch, I have made several close friends. Because of the Clements Center, Lakewood has become my home. Now you know why I love this place, its welcoming staff, its varied activities and all who are smiling as they enter through its doors.

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Event Rentals

HOST YOUR NEXT PARTY, MEETING OR MONTHLY ONGOING GROUP FUNCTION WITH US. The Clements Center has rental rooms perfect for functions of almost any size and budget. Rooms vary in size from a large dance hall to smaller classrooms. A hardwood floor with an elevated stage is available for dances or receptions. A commercial kitchen is available for wedding receptions, catered events or other private meetings.

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Rental Fees: Classrooms – $30/hour

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Larger Rooms – $65–$75/hour

Deposits:

Classrooms – $100

Larger rooms – $200

Events with alcohol require a permit and $500 deposit. Information: Call John Lyon at 303.987.4822.

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DO YOU HAVE A HEARING LOSS? Captioned Telephone (CapTel®) service allows you to LISTEN and READ captions of everything during your phone conversations!

Built-in answering machine with captions n Built-in speakerphone n Bluetooth® capability* n Large touch-screen display n No charge to use CapTel service n

Order a CapTel phone, contact the Colorado Communications Technology Program (CTP): Phone: (303) 866-2097 / (855) 767-6128 (toll-free) Email: email.ccdhh@state.co.us Website: relaycolorado.com/captel

CapTel 840 For use with analog telephone lines.

CapTel 2400i For use with high-speed Internet and telephone line.

CapTel 880i Ideal for low vision. For use with high-speed Internet and telephone line.

* Available for Internet-based CapTel only. FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS ANYONE BUT REGISTERED USERS WITH HEARING LOSS FROM USING INTERNET PROTOCOL (IP) CAPTIONED TELEPHONES WITH THE CAPTIONS TURNED ON. IP Captioned Telephone Service may use a live operator. The operator generates captions of what the other party to the call says. These captions are then sent to your phone. There is a cost for each minute of captions generated, paid from a federally administered fund. No cost is passed on to the CapTel user for using the service. See sprintcaptel.com for details. ©2019 Sprint. All rights reserved. CapTel® is a registered trademark of Ultratec, Inc. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other marks are the property of their respective owners.

PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. Postage PAID Denver, CO Permit No.1456

Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow Street Lakewood, CO 80214

PLEASE NOTE: If your address, email or phone number changes, please notify the Clements Center front desk.

Happy Anniversary Lakewood! Celebrate Lakewood’s 50th Anniversary! Get involved, win prizes and join the celebration at Lakewood.org/50. Look for pop-up parties and key events around Lakewood throughout the year.

INSPIRE Arts Week

Sounds Exciting! Summer Concerts

Rockin’ Block Party

Big Boom Bash

May 30–June 8 • Throughout Lakewood

June–July • Lakewood Heritage Center

June 8 • Lakewood Heritage Center

July 4 • Jeffco Stadium

Roll-back Week in Recreation

August 23 • Civic Center Plaza

June 10–14 • Lakewood Recreation Centers

Lakewood: A 20th Century Journey Exhibit Opening, June 27 Lakewood Heritage Center

Party on the Plaza Cider Days

October 5 & 6 • Lakewood Heritage Center

Lakewood Lights

December 6 & 7 • Lakewood Heritage Center

Visit Lakewood.org/50 for the event calendar and announcements about the 50th Anniversary public artwork unveiling, book release, and art and history exhibitions.