THE PRINT - October 2023

It’s officially Fall, and boy are we ready to welcome the cooler crisper weather! September was on the warmer side, but the heat didn’t stop our members from keeping the month full of activity. Our Tuesday Walking Group, Stay-fit, Balance awareness, and Zumba Gold classes have kept everyone moving. Badminton and Ping Pong too! At the end of the month, we also enjoyed viewing the works of our 55plus Artist Groups on display in the library for “An Exploration in Color”.

Looking to try something new? Every Monday in October our Wood Carving group is offering to teach other members to carve wooden pumpkins. Thank you Carvers! Don’t forget to RSVP to listen to our special guest speaker, Sally Duplantier, who will be speaking on the importance of brain health and improving your quality of life. To help us get into the holiday spirit, we have two Hands on Art Classes planned. We will be making festive fall and Halloween scenes in our Terror-ariums and we will be throwing a pumpkin decorating party! See the calendar on page 4 for details.

Get your tickets now as our social dance takes on a tropical twist- join us October 20th for our October Hula, with live music and a one-hour Hula instruction from Desiree. For our Adult Day Trip this month we will be enjoying a farm tour in Half Moon Bay. If you are coming, be ready to enjoy some pie! We have so many Spooktacular Events planned; we can’t wait to see you there!

Badminton Pinochle

ARC Hangout

Hands on Art Laser Cutting

Art at the Los Gatos Library

Mah Jongg

St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5)

10:00AM-1:30PM

Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)

10:00AM-2:00PM

Drop in Badminton (Hall)

10:30AM-11:30AM

Stay Fit (Hall)

1:00PM-2:00PM

Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)

1:45PM-4:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

OCTOBER 2ND-20TH

Learn to Crochet

55 Plus ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Limited

12:00PM-1:15PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

Colette Tours (Lounge) Domestic and International Trips

11:00AM-12:00PM

55 Plus ZUMBA Gold

(YRC Rm B) *Limited

Drop in Spaces $5/Class

11:30AM-12:20PM

Hands on Art“Terror”ariums (Hall) *RSVP

1:00PM-3:00PM

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

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

SALA by Appt (Rm 3) 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

55 Plus ZUMBA Gold

(YRC Rm B) *Limited

Drop in Spaces $5/Class 11:30AM-12:20PM

Magical Movie Tour (Lounge)

HICAP by Appt

Mexican Train (Rm 3)

10:00AM-12:00PM

55 Plus ZUMBA Gold

(YRC Rm B) *Limited

Drop in Spaces $5/Class 11:30AM-12:20PM

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

Sally DuplantierSupport Your Brain Health (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM-3:00PM

Tech with Teens (Rm 3) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Artist Workshop (Hall)

9:00AM-12:00PM

Ping Pong (Rm 5)

10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM

Balance Awareness (Hall)

2:00PM-3:00PM

Social Dance $5 *RSVP

October Hula (Hall) 6:00PM-8:00PM

St. Mary’s Bridge

5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM Drop in Badminton (Hall) 10:30AM-11:30AM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM

*We hope you enjoy the new look of our Calendar in this issue of THE PRINT. Our hope is that it makes it more accessible for our members.

GROUP DESCRIPTIONS

• 55 PLUS ZUMBA GOLD - Instructor Kiana is back on land to teach this 10-week program. Join this easy-tofollow dance workout perfect for the active older adult. Pre-registration required $5/class.

• 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 will be available every Monday in February-April. Contact the 55 Plus Office in January to schedule an appointment.

• ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive class exploring and discussing influential artists and musicians followed by the West Valley College Instructor playing guitar and leading the group singing well-known songs. Participants are welcome to bring their own instruments in! 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 - Join Mary Ann Smith, a certified personal trainer, from West Valley College for this balance class. 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+ Office.

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

• BUNCO – May the dice be in your favor in this social, luck-based game. Sign up with the 55 Plus Office - Required so tables can be arranged. 12 players (or more) needed!

• GUEST SPEAKER – Check inside the PRINT for more information on this month’s guest speaker(s)

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

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

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

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

• NEEDLE CRAFT CORNER - Join other knitters, crocheters, crossstitchers or hand-crafted project enthusiasts. Sign up with the 55 Plus Office - Required for scheduling.

• 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... BUT NOT BY CHOICE – For women who are widowed. Meet others who will understand and provide support in dealing with this life-changing transition.

• STAY FIT – Join Mary Ann Smith, a certified personal trainer, from West Valley College for this chair-based exercise class. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Sign up required, inquire with 55 Plus office.

• TECH WITH TEENS - Bring your devices and questions on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Our knowledgeable high school volunteers are available to assist you with tech support.

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

• WEDNESDAY GAME DAY - Bridge and Canasta. Come join our friendly group. To reserve your spot, please contact Lisanne 408.354.1514 or 55plus@lgsrecreation.org

• WOMEN’S ARTIST CONNECTION – Share examples of your artwork in a friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere. Please bring 2 examples of your artwork (painting, drawing, collage, photography, poetry, etc.)

• WOOD CARVING – Turn plain pieces of wood into objects of art. Open to beginners and experienced carvers alike. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills. Pop in to check out what projects they are working on...)

55 Plus Social Dance

O C T O B E R H U L A

Friday, October 20th 6pm-8pm

SPECIAL GUEST: SALLY

Thursday 10/19 @ 2:00PM-3:00PM (Hall)

Please RSVP with the 55 Plus Office

GUEST SPEAKER

SALLY DUPLANTIER

408.354.1514

AGE RELATED CHANGES

DAILY HABITS TO REDUCE RISK OF COGNITIVE DECLINE

EMERGING RISK FACTORS

SLEEP, STRESS, NUTRITION, MOVEMENT, AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

GERONTOLOGY AND NUTRITION SCIENCE

SCIENCE-BASED STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT YOUR BRAIN HEALTH

THURSDAY OCTOBER 19

2:00PM-3:00PM

RSVP WITH 55PLUS OFFICE 408 354 1514

BIOGRAPHY

Sally has a certificate in nutrition science from Stanford University and a Master of Science in gerontology from the University of Southern California. She is currently completing a graduate certificate in qualitative research at Indiana University.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS

Wellness Wednesdays are a free, bi-monthly webinar series that feature cutting-edge researchers, bestselling authors, and health professionals on topics related to health and well-being as we age. Register here: https://myzinglife.com/about-wellness-wednesdays

THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON REGISTRATION

OPEN

Monday 11/13 @ 11:30AM-12:30PM or 1:30PM-2:30PM (Hall)

Please RSVP with the 55 Plus Office

James Lin DMD Monthly Tip

“We are fortunate to keep most of our teeth. However, if a tooth is lost, dental implants are a common and excellent permanent solution. In fact, it can take as little as twelve weeks to replace a missing tooth. Dental implants can also be utilized to replace multiple teeth.”

OCTOBER COMMUNITY EVENTS

FIRST FREE SUNDAY AT NEW MUSEUM LOS GATOS

MORE INFO - bit.ly/44GTLpm

WHERE- New Museum Los Gatos

106 E Main St, Los Gatos

WHEN - Sunday October 8th 10:00AM-4:00PM

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

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

WHERE- Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave

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

VIRTUAL ART TALKS DEMONS, CREATURES, AND MONSTERS- OH MY!

MORE INFO- losgatosca.libcal.com

WHERE- Online

WHEN - Tuesday, October 10th, 2:00PM

SILICON VALLEY

WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S

MORE INFO- bit.ly/3REMNOM

WHERE- Lake Cunningham Park, San Jose, CA

WHEN - Saturday October 14th 8:00AM

AGING WELL EVENT: PLAN TO THRIVE

MORE INFO- https://bit.ly/3PC7h7W

WHERE- Saratoga Foothill Club

WHEN - Saturday October 14th 10:00PM-1:00PM

SASCC HEALTH FAIR –KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

MORE INFO- https://www.sascchealthfair.com

WHERE- Saratoga Senior Center

WHEN - Saturday October 21st 10:00AM-3:00PM

SENIOR SAFARI –FREE ADMISSION FOR 50+

MORE INFO - https://happyhollow.org/seniorsafari/

WHERE- Happy Hollow Zoo

WHEN - Thursday October 26th 9:00AM-10:00AM

SASCC HEALTH FAIR 10/21

Walk to End Alzheimer’s 10/14

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18. Black billiard ball

21. A saved table for two, perhaps

22. Ancient

23. Design and construction of buildings

26. High school fitness class

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28. Became an expert in a particular line of work

(clues)

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5. Exam

8. Half a dozen 9. Breach

12. Chowder morsel

13. Lifted the lid on

16. Mud bath locale

17. Part of a Swiss Army Knife

18. Black billiard ball

21. A saved table for two, perhaps

22. Ancient

23. Design and construction of buildings

26. High school fitness class

28. Became an expert in a particular line of work

31. Laboratory testing

32. Canine command

3. They go well with shortcake

4. Slang for toupee

6. Very harsh

7. Warm-hearted

10. Sweat source

11. The Sound of Music setting

12. Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities is considered one

14. Bird-to-be

15. Main language in Tokyo

19. Trick-or-treat night

20. Inhabited by people

24. Bit of sunshine

25. Lives and breathes

26. Mount Olympus dwellers

27. Track event

29. The hunted

30. Dime or euro

Mixed-Up Candy

Unscramble the letters to reveal words that are associated with candy.

1. OPLILLOP

2. ZTLEZWRIS

3. TEFFEO

4. ISRKENSC

5. ACREMAL

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©ActivityConnection.com

I Love Coffee

Match the clues to the words associated with coffee.

1. Coffee grinder input ____

2. Strong coffee ____

3. Chocolate-flavored coffee ____

4. Coffee maker insert ____

5. Coffee bean crusher ____

6. Dairy product ____

7. Stimulant in coffee ____

8. Fragrance ____

9. Suitable for high standards ____

10. Powdered coffee ____

11. Not sweet ____

12. Cane product ____

13. Popular creamer flavor ____

14. Heat in oven or over fire ____

15. Newly made ____

16. Coffee vessel ____

17. Brought in from abroad ____

18. Prepare coffee ____

A. aroma

B. mug

C. vanilla

D. beans

E. sugar

F. espresso

G. fresh

H. cream

I. gourmet

J. brew

K. mocha

L. bitter

M. filter

N. imported

O. caffeine

P. grinder

Q. roast

R. instant

You Hold the “Key ”

Use the clues to determine words that contain key.

1. Pin the tail on the ____

2. Fire prevention bear

3. Primate

4. Rider in a horse race

5. Popular game bird in November

6. Stanley Cup sport

7. Burglar alarm control unit

8. Kind of speaker

9. Irish coffee ingredient

10. Part of a piano or computer

11. Disney mouse

12. Arch part

13. Rectangular hotel room door opener

14. False shirt front

15. Opening on a lock

16. Iowa nickname

©ActivityConnection.com

55 PLUS PROGRAM

Become A 55 Plus Program Member

$30 Annual Fee

Join our community of vibrant older adults! 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 Adut Day Trips, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center.

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

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

Trip Planning for 2024 is underway! If there is an event or experience, you want to do please let the 55 plus office know!

• OCTOBER 24TH – FALL FARM TOUR IN HALF MOON BAY – MORE SEATS OPEN! - $90/$100

Enjoy a fall day touring Half Moon Bay! Get in the fall spirit at Lemo’s Farms strolling through pumpkin patches, visiting the petting zoo, and even into a haunted house if you dare! Enjoy a sandwich from the farm Deli paired with pumpkin pie and coffee for lunch! Drive out along the coast and take a leisurely hike on the paved Devils Slide Coastal Hike (1.2 miles). Cap off the day at Pastorino Farms with an hour-long educational tour, hayride, and another pumpkin pie sample!

• DECEMBER 19TH – GUIDED SAN FRANCISCO LIGHTS AND SIGHTS HOLIDAY SPECIAL - $140/$150

Experience Christmas in the City. This trip is sure to be a joyous time as lifelong San Francisco resident and tour guide Craig Smith takes us on a tour of San Francisco’s holiday charm. What a wonderful way to get in the Christmas Spirit! For dinner we will enjoy waterfront dining on the wharf at Swiss Louis Italian and Seafood Restaurant. At dinner, enjoy your choice of Chicken Piccata, Linguine al Pesto, Basa Saute along with a salad and dessert!

55Plus Program

LGS Recreation has a web resource page to help connect older adults to services and information. We also offer several service providers in house. Contact the 55 Plus office for more details.

“Building a healthy community through enrichment, innovation and fun!”