THE PRINT - April 2024

Dear 55 Plus Members,

Thanks for making it a memorable March! It was a hoot to start the month with line dancing at the Social Dance. We were pleased to see many of you join us for a social slice of pie to celebrate “pi” day. Members benefited from the knowledge of guest speaker, Tami Anastasia and a panel of 3 local experts, who joined us to talk about all thing’s dementia. Take a small step in helping our community by becoming a Dementia Friend online here https://dementiafriendsusa.org/become-a-dementia-friend. March’s Great Getaway caught Beatlemania with a live concert experience. We ended the month with our first American Mah Jongg Tournament. Shout out to Kalane for getting the “tiles” rolling on this event. Stephanie and Hands-on Art participants closed out the month making spring wreaths. Sincere thanks to members for being part of not just these events, but all the wonderful groups in between.

Now for April programming highlights worthy of your excitement...drum roll please...literally! Sign up for a drumming circle Monday, April 22nd! This April our theme is “Celebration of the Arts”, and we are looking forward to the festivities. Stephanie will host a Hands-on Art class EVERY FRIDAY of the month. All materials for Hands-on Art class are supplied for participants, and the result will be taken home. Please RSVP online or with 55 Plus Staff. Kiana will bring her energy to the large hall on Thursday April 11th for a FREE Zumba Dance Party. Whether you are a regular, curious about this class, or simply like to dance, come give it a whirl. Zumba is a great workout for both your mind and body! On Tuesday, April 23rd don’t miss local author Tonya McQuade recount her fascinating story of how family research led to writing a book, giving context to 50 previously unpublished Civil War letters. As a bonus we have 3 guest speakers coming in April. Cancer CAREpoint will present “Top Strategies for Healthy Eating” and highlight some of the free services they offer. Back by popular demand, another session of iPhone and Android training is available. Please register with 55 Plus office. Our Great Getaway bus is heading to Muir Woods in honor of Earth Day. We hope you get involved in this month’s “Celebration of the Arts”.

Sincerely,

Lisanne Kennedy Recreation Coordinator

American Mah Jongg Tournament

Hands on Art - Candle Design

Social Dance - Line Dancing

St. Patrick’s Day Zumba

Dementia Signs Speaker & Panel Discussion

Pi(e) Day Social

APRIL 1ST-19TH

AARP TAX AIDE

by Appt (Hall)

9:00AM-12:15PM

St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

3:30PM-4:30PM

No Stay Fit

No Balance Awareness

AARP TAX AIDE

by Appt (Hall)

9:00AM-12:15PM

St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

3:30PM-4:30PM

AARP TAX AIDE

by Appt (Hall)

9:00AM-12:15PM

St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

3:30PM-4:30PM

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)

9:15AM-11:00AM

Mah Jongg (Hall)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Super Scrabble (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:30PM

55+ ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) $5

11:30AM-12:20PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

HICAP by Appt (Rm 2)

9:00AM-12:30PM

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)

9:15AM-11:00AM

Mah Jongg (Hall)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Super Scrabble (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

No Zumba Gold

Great Getaway - Muir Woods *SOLD OUT

8:00AM-7:00PM

SALA by Appt (Rm 2)

9:00AM-12:30PM

Tuesday Town Walk

9:15AM-11:00AM

Mah Jongg (Hall)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Super Scrabble (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Magical Movie Tour (Lounge)

1:00PM-4:30PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 3)

1:00PM-4:30PM

No Zumba Gold

Game Day (Hall) $5

9:30AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

No Art & Music Appreciation

55+ Yoga

(YRC Rm B) $5

3:00PM-4:00PM

Game Day (Hall) $5

9:30AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Woman’s Artist Connection (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge)

12:00PM-1:15PM

Reader’s Theatre (Rm 12)

12:30PM-2:30PM

Single Again (Rm 3)

3:00PM-5:00PM

No Yoga

Game Day (Hall) $5

9:30AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge)

12:00PM-1:15PM

55+ Yoga (YRC Rm B) $5

3:00PM-4:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

55+ ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) $5

11:30AM-12:20PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

DANCE PARTY - Zumba Style (Hall) *RSVP

11:30AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

NEW Table Games: Code Names (Rm 3)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

Top Strategies for Healthy Eating (Hall) *RSVP

2:00PM-3:00PM

No Zumba Toning

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Hands on Art

- Engraved Slate Coasters *RSVP

10:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

No Stay Fit

No Balance Awareness

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Hands on Art - Mosaic Bird Bath *RSVP

10:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Hands on Art - Fabric Windsocks *RSVP 10:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

SPECIAL EVENT

Drumming Circle (Hall) *RSVP

10:00AM-11:00AM

St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

3:30PM-4:30PM

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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

3:30PM-4:30PM

APRIL 22ND-30TH

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)

9:15AM-11:00AM

Mah Jongg (Hall)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Super Scrabble (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:30PM

CTAP: iPhone Training *RSVP

11:00AM-1:00PM

55+ ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) $5

11:30AM-12:20PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Book Club (Lounge)

12:00PM-1:30PM

Pinochle (Rm 3)

1:00PM-4:30PM

Author Talk: Tonya McQuade *RSVP

1:15PM-2:15PM

30

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)

9:15AM-11:00AM

Mah Jongg (Hall)

10:00AM-12:30PM

Super Scrabble (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:30PM

55+ ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) $5

11:30AM-12:20PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM

Pinochle (Rm 5)

1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5

9:30AM-12:30PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge)

12:00PM-1:15PM

55+ Yoga (YRC Rm B) $5

3:00PM-4:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

CTAP: Android Training *RSVP

11:00AM-1:00PM

VTA Ride and Taste LG *RSVP

12:30PM-3:30PM

55+ ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) $5

11:30AM-12:20PM

Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)

1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Hands on ArtSucculent Planters *RSVP

10:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Prize BINGO (Rm 214)

11:30AM-1:00PM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

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• Thursday ,May 16th @ 10:00AM-12:00PM – Resource Fair - FREE

NEW 55 PLUS MEMBER PERK:

This summer, stay cool at the LGHS pool. Between June 17 and August 2 enjoy discounted lap swim Monday through Friday at 2:00PM or 3:00PM for just $5/swim. Register in advance with the front desk, 408.354.8700. Reservations are subject to availability.

GROUP DESCRIPTIONS

• AARP DRIVER SAFETY - 2 Day Course and 1 Day Refresher offered in person bi-monthly. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule an appointment.

• AARP TAX AIDE - In person appointments during tax season. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule.

• ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive class exploring and discussing influential artists and musicians. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• ARTIST WORKSHOP - Open workspace. Bring in your materials and work on your individual projects with our welcoming community of artists. No formal instruction and all levels are welcome.

• BADMINTON - Join us for drop-in play. Open to all levels. Equipment will be provided.

• BALANCE AWARENESS - Develop a foundation of balance for functional fitness and fall prevention. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Pick up the booklist from the 55 Plus Office.

• BINGO – Get out your dauber and get ready to have some fun! Join us monthly for prize BINGO.

• GREAT GETAWAY – Local bus trips arranged monthly. Additional fees and registration required.

• GUEST SPEAKER – Bringing a variety of local experts in to share their knowledge with us. Suggestions welcome!

• HAND & FOOT CANASTA – Calling all Canasta players! See the 55 Plus office for a list of rules and a description of play.

• HANDS ON ART – Tap into your creative side with a new project each month. All levels welcome. Materials provided.

• HICAP – In-person appointments with a helpful volunteer for free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Contact 55 Plus Office to schedule.

• LEARN TO CROCHET – Bring your patience in with you and learn how to loop yarn into all sorts of cozy items. Materials provided.

• MAGIC MOVIE TOUR - Lights, Camera, Action! Join us each month for a movie, discussion, and fun facts about the world of cinema...and some popcorn too!

• MAH JONGG – Friendly American Mah Jongg players group. All levels welcome. If you are interested in learning to play, please inquire with the 55 Plus office.

• MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES - Be the first player to lay down your dominoes. A lot of fun and just a few key rules, makes this a great social game to join! All levels welcome.

• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided.

• PINOCHLE - Double Deck Pinochle. Experienced players only, no instruction.

• READER’S THEATER – Read aloud modern and classic plays without having to memorize the lines! Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• SALA - SENIOR LEGAL AID – On site appointments now available, schedule with the 55 Plus Office

• SCRABBLE – The ultimate crossword game in which every letter counts! Contact the 55 Plus Office if you are interested in playing 55plus@lgsrecreation.org

• SINGLE AGAIN – For women who are widowed. Meet others who will understand and provide support in dealing with this life-changing transition.

• SOCIAL DANCE – Dance instruction, refreshments, and music!

• SPECIAL EVENTS (SEASONAL) – High Tea, Boats & BBQs, July Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Holiday Social, and more!

• STAY FIT – Seated exercise class focusing on range of motion and building strength with resistance bands. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Inquire with 55 plus office.

• TABLE GAMES –Staff led board game events.

• TECH WITH TEENS - Bring your devices and questions on the to a knowledgeable high school volunteer.

• TUESDAY TOWN WALKERS - Get Moving! Walk to local areas at your own pace, socialize and explore Los Gatos.

• WEDNESDAY GAME DAY/BRIDGE - Staff coordinate tables of over 40 Bridge players each week! Canasta tables too. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• WOMEN’S ARTIST CONNECTION – Share and discuss your work in a friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere.

• WOOD CARVING – Turn pieces of wood into objects of art. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills. Pop in to check out the projects they are working on!

• YOGA – Practice from a chair or mat or both. Boost energy, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance. Pre-registration required $5/class.

• ZUMBA GOLD - Join this easy-to- follow dance workout that focuses on balance, range of motion, coordination and fun! Perfect for the active older adult. Pre-registration required $5/class.

James Lin DMD Monthly Tip

Chewing ice or hard candies can cause cracked, chipped, or broken teeth. If you recently chipped or broke part of a tooth does it feel rough to your tongue? Don’t ignore it—ask your dentist!

Los Gatos Thrives Foundation for older adults

Premiers

Monthly Monday Morning Movie (First Monday of the month, except on holidays)

SAVE THE DATE!

May 6th, 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Good Movie, Good Coffee and Friends

APRIL COMMUNITY EVENTS

LIVE OAK PROGRAMS

MORE INFO - Weekday meal program for older adults call 408.354.0707. Day program for seniors with mild to moderate dementia & respite for caregivers call 408.354.4782

WHERE - Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church St.

WHEN - Weekdays

BEHAVIOR HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

MORE INFO - Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services Team offers 1:1 in person peer support connecting you to resources. Open to all ages.

WHERE - Los Gatos Library 100 Villa Ave

WHEN - Tuesdays 1:00PM- 4:00PM

LIVE OAK FUNDRAISER

MORE INFO - $100 Entry Fee to Live Music, Taco Truck, Games, Raffle liveoakadultdaycare.org

WHERE - 1147 Minnesota Ave., San Jose, CA 95125

WHEN - Saturday, April 13th, from 3:00PM-7:00PM

SARATOGA BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

MORE INFO - Free event for all ages. Antique cars, arts, crafts and live music.

WHERE - Hertiage Orchard and Saratoga Civic Center 13777 Fruitvale Avenue

WHEN - Saturday, April 13th, from 10:00AM-4:00PM

BAY AREA OLDER ADULTSALVISO VOLUNTEER DAY

MORE INFO - Volunteering to help restore the wetlands for the vital ecosystem. Supplies, tools, snacks, lunch and a bottle of water will be provided. Register @ https://www.bayareaolderadults.org/bao-culture

WHERE - Alviso Marina County Park

WHEN - Friday, April 19th, 9:30 AM-1:30 PM

LG CHAMBER

SPRING WINE WALK

Movies To Be Announced

Los Gatos Theater

Tickets $10 include movie, coffee and pastry

Buy Your Ticket & Reserve a seat on-line Or at the door www.losgatostheater.com

For More Information scan

Great way to start the week Los

Los Gatos Thrives forolderadults

Monday Morning Matinee

Sponsors:www.losgatosthrives.orgnon-profit CineLux

MORE INFO - bit.ly/4aqGHIp

WHERE - N. Santa Cruz Avenue & Main Street

Los Gatos, CA 95030

WHEN - Saturday, April 20th, 1:00PM-4:00PM

SPRING INTO GREEN

MORE INFO - Live music, Farmers Market, Bike Helmet/ Light Giveaway, environmentally focused booths and more www.losgatosca.gov/2225/Spring-into-Green

WHERE - N. Santa Cruz Avenue & Main Street

WHEN - Sunday, April 21st, 10:00AM-1:00PM

Crossword #28

Across

1. Kind of dance, with special shoes

3.Wealthier than most

5.Instrument in a jazz combo

7.Cigar residue

8.Assembled: _______ together

10.“... happily ___ after”

11.Frigid

12.Sighed sounds at spas

14.Microwave, for one

15.Shock or astonish

16.A place to grow plants

18.Mary Pickford, by birth

19.Classic card game

20.Desert caravan animals

21.High blood ________

24.Word after “spy,” “nanny,” or “web”

26.Instinctively

Crossword #28 (clues)

28.Perform on stage in a play

29.Uncluttered

30.A single time

Across

1.Kind of dance, with special shoes

3.Wealthier than most

5.Instrument in a jazz combo

7.Cigar residue

8.Assembled: _______ together

10.“... happily ___ after”

11.Frigid

12.Sighed sounds at spas

14.Microwave, for one

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15.Shock or astonish

16.A place to grow plants

18.Mary Pickford, by birth

19.Classic card game

20.Desert caravan animals

21.High blood ________

24.Word after “spy,” “nanny,” or “web”

26.Instinctively

28.Perform on stage in a play

29.Uncluttered

30.A single time

Down

1.Cracker Jack bonus

2.Podded plant

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4.Ludicrous! Absurd! Completely unreasonable!

5.One who is watching ewe

6.007, for one

8.Articulate

9.Therefore, as a result

13.Most physically powerful

17.Period, in web addresses

18.Boss of a ship

22.Additions

23.Math comparison

24.Greenish blue, but not teal

25.Fable

27.Communications Command Center, abbrev.

MONTHLY-QUIZZES & PUZZLES

Changing Colors

The Remove one letter from each word. Then rearrange the remaining letters to form the name of a color. Example: ogled = gold (when e is removed)?

1.energy

2.clearest

3.weight

4.lubed

5.suppler

6.outlive

7.groaner

8.deer

9.calmer

10.nametags

11.doorman

12.smile

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Secret Humorous Quote

Follow the instructions to cross off words in the table. What do the remaining words say?

1.Cross off all seven-letter words.

2.Cross off all words that rhyme with fun.

3.Cross off all words that are red fruits.

4.Cross off all words that are comedians’ last names.

5.Cross off all the practical joke items.

whoopee cushion my Keatonstrawberry ton mother spun always used fashion captionpomegranate hand buzzer to Costello Benny run holiday say nun cherry bun Burns the older you Allenrubber chicken fake spiderdesktop get fortune uniform pun diamond the better Conway you get Diller unlesscranberryraspberry you’re climate a banana

Which One Is Not Like the Others?

1.bunker green blue fairway

2.hive flower honey beeswax

3.bagel cookie coin stamp

4.vanilla chocolate strawberry orange

5.checker pawn knight rook

6.summer solstice autumn spring

7.Wilma Betty George Fred

8.Giacomo Leonardo Raphael Donatello

9.yard inch meter mile

10.New Zealand Australia Europe Africa

11.iris lily pupil cornea

12.shears scissors knife spoon

13.Christie Doyle Grisham Austen

14.bopping wingback rocking arm

15.onesie bottle booties diaper

16.Arabian Mustang Labrador Appaloosa

Concentration Puzzles

Use the visual clues in the puzzle to figure out what it says.

GREAT GETAWAY ADULT DAY TRIPS

Pick up for all trips from the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center 208 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030

55 PLUS PROGRAM

New to 55 Plus? Join our community of vibrant older adults! $30 Annual Fee for Membership

The LGS Recreation 55 Plus program provides comprehensive free or low-cost programs for people age 55 and over. You do not need to be a Los Gatos resident to join. To enjoy a variety of groups, programs, classes, social events, guest lectures, and services. Members receive special discounts for Great Getaway Adult Day Trips, LGS Pickleball League, Social Dances. New seasonal exclusive activities and discounts at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center!

Joan Pisani Community Center 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070

55 Plus Members receive $10 off all Great Getaway trips! Note: Trips are non-refundable. To register call 408.354.8700 or bit.ly/3NN57Qw

• APRIL 16TH- MUIR WOODS & FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT – SOLD OUT

• MAY 22ND – FUNNY GIRL @ SF ORPHEUM – SOLD OUT

• MAY 23RD – SPRING BLOOMS GARDEN TOUR$130/$140 Learn more about the incredible diversity of plants from six continents and travel the world of plants with a Plants of the World docent led tour of the University of California Botanical Garden. Enjoy a home cooked breakfast at ButtercuP. Digest while we take a guided tour of the 28 Gardens at Heather Farm.

• JUNE 8TH – HILLER AVIATION MUSEUM & HARRY’S HOFBRAU - $95/$105 Immerse yourself in the world of aviation. First, fuel up with an entree, side, ice cream, and soft drink at Harry’s Hofbrau in Redwood City. Take a docent-led tour of the Hiller Aviation Museum featuring over 40 unique aircraft to learn about aircraft engines, history, air traffic, weather patterns, and innovation. Step inside the flight sim zone and get your hands on the controls during a virtual flight across the bay!

• JULY 11TH – SF GIANTS VS. BLUE JAYS - $145/$150 Let us take you out to the ball game! We will have shady club level seats on the first base side in section 202 so that you can enjoy the game and the views of the Bay. Your ticket includes transportation, a game ticket, driver gratuity, and a $12 snack voucher.