Senior Issues Sub-committee Do you have an idea for a new activity or an improved procedure for Senior Services? Attend the scheduled meetings to be heard by the decision makers.
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Time: 4:00 p.m. Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program As spring turns to summer, the Danville Senior Center has an array of classes and programs to educate, entertain and exercise the body and mind. Senior Bocce begins in May, the Arthritis Foundation returns for summer aquatic classes, and a panel will discuss senior living options in the Bay Area. Try your hand at crochet, drawing or watercolor. Browse the Silver Streak for new classes and check out the latest Senior Sneakers trips. We look forward to seeing you at the center!
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Health & Wellness
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Senior Sneakers Trips ACTIVITY LEVELS You must be able to walk six steep steps to board the bus. Please let us know if you have any physical limitations prior to signing up for a trip so staff can try to accommodate your needs ahead of time. All trips depart from the Danville Park and Ride. Choose your level carefully: LEVEL 1: Easy, sitting/little walking. Must be able to stand 10 minutes without assistance or bring your walker or wheelchair. LEVEL 2: Small amount of walking LEVEL 3: Moderate to heavy walking LEVEL 4: Heavy amount of walking/standing LEVEL 5: Strenuous walking/hiking
If you aren’t sure where you fit, call us at (925) 314-3490. Please note: Times listed for trips are approximate.
May/June Trips Napa River Cruise/Mare Island Bus Tour Wednesday, May 7, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. A cruise along the Napa River aboard the Delphinus boat is like a voyage into the past. We will view the historic Vallejo and Mare Island waterfronts and the bridges that span the triple junction of the Carquinez Strait, the Napa River, and San Pablo Bay. Our docent will tell us about riparian and marsh life and its importance to the health of the SF Bay. After lunch onboard the boat, we’ll drive to Mare Island for a docent-led bus tour of sites including the stately Colonial Revival era mansions of Officer’s Row, St. Peter’s Chapel and the Mare Island Artifact Museum. Fees: $83(R) $100(NR). Activity Level: 3
Artisan Cheese and Organic Farm Tour/ Marin County Wednesday, May 21, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Spend the day in Marin County, home to numerous organic farms and cheese makers. Tour the organic farm and dairy operations at Nicasio Valley Cheese Co. Meet the cheese maker and sample the award winning artisan cheeses. Dine al fresco at Dolcini Ranch, overlooking the largest organic vegetable farm in Marin County.
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Artisan Cheese Tour (continued...) Learn about raising pastured chicken and grass fed beef from ranch owner, Kitty Dolcini. Shop for local cheese and local products to enjoy at home. Price includes all tours, cheese tasting, lunch and bus transportation. Fees: $100(R) $120(NR). Activity Level: 4/5
Union Square/Chinatown Walking Tour Thursday, May 29, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Union Square and exotic Chinatown tour focuses on art, design and decor. Guests delight with the eclectic Clift Hotel lobby, the Nikko Hotel and Tony Bennett’s painted heart at Union Square. Maiden Lane is home to a Frank Lloyd Wright building and the Xanadu Gallery and the pop art at the Triton Hotel contrasts with colorful Chinatown. View inside the Gold Sage Buddhist Monastery and Old St. Mary’s Cathedral as it completes the tour. Lunch is served at the Oriental Pearl. Lunch, tour and transportation included in price. Fees: $75(R) $90(NR). Please Note: no hills, easy flat walk. Activity Level: 3/4
Cornerstone Gardens and Meadowcroft Winery, Napa Thursday, June 12, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cornerstone Gardens is an ever-changing series of
Senior Sneakers Trips / Buzz Sessions Cornerstone Gardens (continued...) walk-through gardens, showcasing new and innovative designs from the world’s finest landscape architects and designers. Each garden focuses on different themes, each designer celebrating the connection between art, architecture and nature. After the tour, we will have lunch at Park 121, then wine tasting at Meadowcroft Winery. Afterwards, we will have time to shop for unique items. Fees: $72(R) $86(NR). Activity Level: 4
Monterey Movie Tour Wednesday, June 18, 7:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Movie Fans! Filmmakers have been drawn to the Monterey Peninsula for nearly 100 years in search of the perfect backdrop for their movies. National Velvet, The Ghost & Mrs. Muir, Play Misty for Me, One-Eyed Jack, A Summer Place and a host of other movie classics have brought the gorgeous scenery of the Monterey Peninsula to the silver screen. Join us as our tour guide brings the era of Monterey’s movie making magic back to life. We will have lunch at the Tap Room in Pebble Beach. There will be time on your own to shop in Carmel. Fees: $110(R) $132(NR). Activity Level: 3/4
GORGEOUS Exhibit, Asian Art Museum Tuesday, June 24, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Join us for a docent-led tour of the exhibit GORGEOUS at the Asian Art Museum. Learn the meaning of gorgeous; it can be both startling and unique, always interesting! We will be having lunch on our own in the cafe at the museum and time to visit the permanent collections in the museum as well. Fees: $47(R) $56(NR). Activity Level: 4
Buzz Sessions What’s the Buzz on topics and issues facing today’s older adults? Join us to talk to the experts. Sessions are free! The Town of Danville is looking for new and exciting buzz session topics and presenters. Please contact Senior Services at (925)314-3490 or seniors@ danville.ca.gov if you have any suggestions or would like to offer a buzz session!
Dental Health as We Age Tuesday, May 6, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Dr. Pooja Malik, DDS
A healthy mouth is the window to a healthy body. Learn the impact of aging on oral health and what we can do to prevent dental issues as we age.
Widsom Tuesday, May 13, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Fran Rapoport, Discovery Counseling Center
Wisdom: Are there different kinds of wisdom, and how does it reflect our life experience.
How to Frost the Perfect Cupcake Tuesday, May 20, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Janell Watson, June Bug’s Bakery
Learn techniques on the use of a piping bag for professional results. The ice cream method of frosting a cupcake will be demonstrated, with different piping tips to achieve various designs.
Senior Health Fitness Day has been moved to October. Look for this refreshed event, now called
Live Well, Age Smart
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Buzz Sessions/Classes All the BUZZ about Senior Living Options Tuesday May 27, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Presenters: Pam Campbell, Byron Park; Chris Bybee, Senior Helpers; and Anne Sanbria, Lakeside Park
The options for retirement housing have multiplied in recent years due to increased longevity and the demands of today’s boomers and senior population. Join the experts as they discuss the various living options available in the Bay Area. Learn about the levels of care from senior apartments to memory care. Light refreshments will be served.
Vitamin Tips for Aging Tuesday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Linda Michaelis, Registered Dietician
Are you eating enough fruits and vegetables? As we age, our tastes change. We need to supplement with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Linda will evaluate the supplements you are currently taking and their effectiveness.
Home Composting, Grass Recycling and Mulching Tuesday, June 10, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Billi Haug, Contra Costa County Conservation and Development
Compost creates healthy soil and happy plants. It’s easy to do and FREE! Learn how grass recycling and mulching can save on water use.
How is Your Hearing? Tuesday, June 17, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Dr. Mimi Salamat, Ph.D. CCC-A, FAAA Clinical Audiologist
Learn the basic anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, different types of hearing loss, signs of hearing loss and medication that can affect hearing and balance systems.
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Danville Senior Book Club 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room
Join friends each month as they discuss the preselected books listed below. Participants are responsible for obtaining and reading their own book and should read it prior to attending the discussion. Fees: Free.
MAY BOOK SELECTION The Cuckoo’s Calling By Robert Galbraith
The Cuckoo’s Calling is a 2013 crime fiction novel by J.K. Rowling, published under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. A brilliant mystery in a classic vein: Detective Cormoran Strike investigates a supermodel’s suicide. You may think you know detectives, but you’ve never met one quite like Strike! (Meets May 13).
JUNE BOOK SELECTION Into Thin Air By Jon Krakauer
A personal account of the Mt. Everest disaster. By writing Into Thin Air, Krakauer may have hoped to exorcise some of his own demons and lay to rest some of the painful questions that still surround the May 1996 event. (Meets June 10).
Classes Classes
Bocce Ball League-Senior
AARP Smart Driver Course Friday, May 16 and May 23, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center Instructor: Certified AARP Volunteer Instructor
This course is designed for drivers 50 and older and covers normal physical changes and provides techniques to compensate for these changes. The course fosters defensive driving practices to stay alive on today’s fast-moving highways and includes an auto insurance discount certificate. Instructor will collect checks made payable to AARP at beginning of class. Fees: $15 AARP members, $20 non-members. Please note: instructor cannot accept cash.
(New!) Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Location: San Ramon Valley High School
The Arthritis Foundation offers a unique exercise program for people of all ages who suffer from any arthritis ailment. Students will participate in water exercises that help to improve joint functionality, muscle tone, endurance and self-efficacy. Water’s buoyancy assists movements, protects joints and provides resistance training. This class is open to those of all ages who enjoy water exercise. Fees: $57(R) $68(NR). No class 7/4. Monday & Wednesday #35969
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June 23-July 16
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
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July 21-August 13 July 21-August 13
11:30 am-12:30 pm 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
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June 24-July 17
11:30 am-12:30 pm
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Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8-June 26, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Bocce Courts Instructors: Bob Braaten (Wednesdays), Spike Leonard (Thursdays)
Enjoy the fun and relaxing game of Bocce! Meet new people or bring your friends to this social activity. Basic instruction will be given to all newcomers. Registration for Bocce is limited to one class per person, per session. Fees: $20(R) $24(NR).
Bridge Basics I Wednesday, May 7-June 18, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael Gosnell
Learn one of the greatest games there is! We will go over hand evaluation, opening bid and responses, along with the basics of declarer play and defense. No experience required. Fees: $100(R) $120(NR). $12 book fee due to instructor.
Bridge Basics-Defending a Hand Wednesday, May 7-June 18, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael Gosnell
We will cover the basics of defense: opening leads, 2nd or 3rd hand play, and signals. We will also review standard American bidding practices. Fees: $100(R) $120(NR). Class text book: Defense in the 21st Century (Heart Series, 2nd Edition, 2008). Purchase the book on your own or purchase from the instructor for $15.
Bridge ACBL (Intermediate) Friday, May 2-June 27, 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: David Sterling
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11:30 am-12:30 pm 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Friday morning play is limited to players with less than 750 Master Points. Join a friendly and fun game with your favorite partner. Pre-registration advised. Call David at (925) 683-1083 for available partners (not guaranteed). David Sterling is a certified ACBL director. Fees: $6 per-day(R) $7 per-day(NR).
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Cane Do
(New!) Cooking-Easy Summer Meals
Tuesday, May 6-June 24, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, May 20, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Bob Worthington
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Still going strong! This is an introductory senior exercise class for the 55+ crowd that is young in spirit and would like to try something new and to stay fit at the same time. Low impact training on how to use a walking stick to defend yourself. Stand tall, walk proud; it’s easier than you think. Fees: $65(R) $79(NR).
Learn to make affordable, delicious and easy meals with summer produce to reduce inflammation and fill your tummy. Fees: $35(R) $42(NR). $8 material fee due to instructor.
Conversational Chinese for Travelers
Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Saturday, May 3-June 28, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Yan Lai
This class enables beginning Mandarin (Putonghua) Chinese-speaking skills as a tourist would need on a vacation or business trip to a Chinese-speaking country. Topics are tailored for travelers and include greetings, the weather, getting around, asking for directions and ordering food. Fees: $40(R) $48(NR). No class 6/21.
Cooking with James-Danish Delights Thursday, June 12, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: James Donnelly
After traveling the world, visiting over 30 countries and living in 7 countries on 4 continents, he learned a bit about the local food. Savor bites of gravid laks (marinated salmon), pork wellington, and reje smorrebrod (an open-faced shrimp sandwich). Fees: $4(R) $5(NR).
(New!) Cooking-Healthy Summer Classics Tuesday, May 6, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Learn the secrets to making healthier versions of summer favorites like potato salad, hamburgers, and frozen treats. Fees: $35(R) $42(NR). $8 material fee due to instructor.
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(New!) Crochet (Beginning) Wednesday, May 28-June 11, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Learn a variety of beautiful stitches to make hats, granny squares, lace and scarves. Quicker and easier than knitting, with freedom to improvise. No experience necessary. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Approximate cost for supplies is $15, which you purchase and bring to the first class. Fees: $60(R) $72(NR).
Dancercise Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Mei Mei Tsai
A variety of steps will be taught and combined to make a dance routine. This class is designed to be fun and to help people build strong minds and happy hearts. Fees: $8(R) $10(NR).
Social Dance
Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 11:45 a.m.-12:35 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Jimmy Quan, Lisa Cordis
This class was previously called Basic Ballroom Dance. Learn a variety of dance steps in a fun, relaxed setting. No partner required. Fees: $8(R) $10(NR).
(New!) Drawing (Beginning) Wednesday, May 7-May 21, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
We will take a fun, gentle approach to drawing, which will change the way you see the world and improve all your other creative projects. No experience required. A supply list will be provided upon registration.
Classes Drawing (continued...) Approximate cost for supplies is $20, which you purchase and bring to the first class. Fees: $60(R) $72(NR).
Game Day Friday, May 2-June 27, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Games, games, games galore at the Senior Center. Play your favorite board games, card and dominoes. You name it, we’ve got it. Bring your friends for a morning of fun. No registration required. Fees: Free.
Gentle Stretch Monday, May 5-June 30, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Rooms A&B Instructor: Amy Puccinelli
No need to be stretched to your limits. Treat your body to healthy stretching that elongates muscles, aligns joints and improves flexibility, balance and core condition. Bring a mat to class and a dish-size towel. Fees: Monday-$40(R) $48(NR). Wednesday-$40(R) $48(NR). No class 5/26.
Guitar (Beginning) Monday, May 5-June 30, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Laurie Ballard
It’s never too late to learn an instrument. Now that you have the time, why not learn to play the guitar? No musical experience required. Singing is optional, although a guitar is a must. Come have fun and let’s play music! Fees: $80(R) $96(NR). No class 5/26.
(classes listed alphabetically) Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dancing Monday, May 5-June 23, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Lorie McGuinness
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing is a dance fitness class for the non-dancer that provides a total body workout (strength, flexibility, and endurance) in a safely choreographed format suitable for all ages and active seniors. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a floor mat. Hand-held, 2-4 lbs. weights are recommended but not required. Note: class is designed to meet Monday and Wednesday. For one day only option, register for either the Monday or Wednesday session. Fees: Mon/ Wed-$98(R) $118(NR). Monday-$56(R) $67(NR). Wednesday-$56(R) $67(NR). No class 5/26, 5/28.
Line Dance (Beginner/High Beginner) Thursday, May 1-June 26, 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi
A fun, healthy, social workout. Current choreographies will be taught to the rhythmic tunes of Rumba, Cha Cha, NC2 step, Waltz, Tango, Swing, etc. Each dance is repeated until everyone is comfortable with the dance. Fees: $27(R) $32(NR).
Line Dance (Easy/Intermediate) Thursday, May 1-June 26, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi
A fun, healthy, social workout. Current choreographies will be taught to the rhythmic tunes of Rumba, Cha Cha, NC2 step, Waltz, Tango, Swing, etc. Line Dance experience preferred. Should be familiar with terminology, count and basic steps. This class will learn 32 to 64-count step dances. Fees: $27(R) $32(NR).
Luk Tung Kuen Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Chia Chia Chien
Mastering Sudoku
This is a very popular worldwide exercise with 36 postures. Each posture has its own pattern, which is repeated 5-10 times. Fees: $8(R) $10(NR).
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Classes (classes listed alphabetically) Scrabble-Fun with Words! Tuesday, May 13-June 24, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Linda Stolow-Sterling
Need some mental exercise? Novices and word whizzes are welcome. Learn the basics of playing under the official National Scrabble Association rules and enjoy an ageless game that continues to grow nationally and internationally. Please attend first class. Fees: $7(R) $8(NR).
Senior Stretching
Friday, May 2-June 27, 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Rooms B&C Instructor: Sylvia Rodriguez
Stretching is the process of elongating the muscles, tendons and ligaments that connect the muscles and bones of the body. As the body ages, these attachments tend to shorten, resulting in a predisposition to injury. Stretching is not only an important part of a physical fitness regimen, but also of living a healthy life. Bring a mat to class. Fees: $25(R) $30(NR).
Singing Group Thursday, May 1-June 26, 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
Spanish. We will continue learning vocabulary, grammar and conversational Spanish. Fees: $40(R) $48(NR). No class 5/26.
Tai Chi Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m. Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Sulina Lai
Learn a popular cultural exercise with body movement, balance control, muscle coordination and stretches. Fees: $8(R) $10(NR).
Tai Chi Chih and Qi Gong Tuesday, May 6-June 24, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Mary J. Case
Tai Chi Chih is a moving meditation that cultivates health, serenity, and longevity. The non-impact movements are easy and adaptable to anyone’s comfortable range of motion, including those who need to do the movements while seated. With only 20 easy-to-learn movements, anyone regardless of age or physical ability can participate. Experience joy through movement. Fees: $8(R) $10(NR).
Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: John Archimede
Do you love to sing? Stop by and check out our new informal singing group and bring your favorite music. Fees: Free.
Sit to Get Fit Monday, May 5-June 30, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Amy Puccinelli
Want to become more fit while seated? How about doing cardio dance, resistance training and yoga stretches in a chair? For those able to stand, we’ll use the chair to practice some balance. Modifications will be offered. Remember, a body in motion is what matters most. Fees: $80(R) $96(NR). No class 5/26.
Spanish Conversation Monday, May 5-June 30, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda
This class is for students with some knowledge of
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Classes Ukulele for Beginners Tuesday, May 6-June 24, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Laurie Ballard
The ukulele is a cinch to learn and fun to play. Open to all levels from beginner to advanced. Learn how to tune the ukulele, chords and strumming techniques, sing-a-long tunes, and how to play in a group. Ukuleles are required for the class. Laurie Ballard is a singer/ songwriter, guitarist and professional ukulele instructor. Call Laurie at (925)705- 0173 for questions on purchasing a ukulele. Fees: $80(R) $96(NR).
Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club Tuesday, May 6-June 24, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday Game Day
Location: Danville Senior Center, Room C Instructor: Laurie Ballard
If you can play three chords on the uke, you can be in this amazingly fun club. If you are brave enough to sing, even better. Not ready yet? Sign up for the Beginning Ukulele class. Fees: $40(R) $48(NR).
(New!) Watercolor Painting
Yoga Monday, May 5-June 30, 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room
12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Location: Town Meeting Hall
Thursdays, May 8-May 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Marcia Conroy
Painting in this gentle, portable medium is easier than you think. Learn the secret to creating beautiful pictures. No experience necessary. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Approximate cost for supplies is $40, which you purchase and bring to the first class. Fees: $60(R) $72(NR).
Yoga is for everyone, no matter what age or how flexible you are. This class will take you through a series of gentle stretches and joint movements for increased flexibility and an expanded range of motion. You will also learn breathing techniques to help balance your body, mind and emotions. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat and firm blanket. It is also best to practice yoga on an empty stomach. Fees: Mondays-$76(R) $91(NR). Wednesdays-$76(R) $91(NR). No class 5/26.
Writers Group Thursday, May 1-June 26, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Laurie Ballard
Have you been thinking of writing a memoir, poetry, short story, journaling or a novel? This class is what you need! We will discuss writing styles, techniques, and share ideas. Fees: $45(R) $54(NR).
Zumba for Seniors Monday, May 5-June 30, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 7-June 25, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Parandise Banifatemi
Zumba is an international rhythm-inspired dance/ fitness class which incorporates fast and slow dance intervals to create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system. Fees: Monday-$56(R) $67(NR). Wednesday-$56(R) $67(NR). No class 5/26.
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Enrichment Programs/Health & Wellness Enrichment Programs
Health & Wellness Programs
One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Blood Pressure Screening
Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
1st and 3rd Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Bring your e-mail address and password login information for all e-mail instruction. Schedule an appointment by calling (925) 314-3490. Pre-registration required at least a week in advance. Fees: $2/per tutoring appointment.
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PC Users Tuesday appointments: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Friday appointments: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Volunteer Instructors: Scott Nelson (Tuesdays), Chuck Bieneman & Scott Nelson (alternating Thursdays)
Questions on XP, VISTA, System 7 Operating Systems, Word, Basic PowerPoint and Excel, e-mail, Internet Explorer, backing up files, copy and paste files/pictures to external media or e-mail and configuring new laptops, are welcome at all sessions. Students may bring their own laptop or a laptop with Windows XP will be provided. Apple MAC Users Friday appointments: 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Volunteer Instructor: Dale Lock
Dale will be offering hands-on sessions using your own Apple device (iMac, MacBook, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod Touch, or Apple TV ). Students must bring their own Apple device to the session.
Seniors can drop in for a free blood-pressure screening provided by John Muir Senior Services. No appointments necessary. Fees: Free.
Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program. (HICAP) for Medicare Beneficiaries and their Families Tuesday, May 27, June 24, 1:45 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesdays, May 14, June 11 8:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
HICAP provides free and objective counseling and advocacy services for Medicare enrollment and with issues involving Medicare and associated insurance programs. For an appointment, call (925) 314-3490. Fees: Free.
Hearing Screenings Location: Danville Senior Center
If you are experiencing hearing difficulty and aren’t wearing hearing aids, Dr. Mimi Salamat will perform a hearing screening and will talk to you about effective communication techniques. Call (925)314-3490 to make an appointment. Fees: Free.
Hiking Club The Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) is open to adults ages 55 and up. Most hikes are not strenuous, but gradients are involved due to the local terrain. Distances are usually 4-5 miles, and the pace is moderate. Hikes are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 or email seniors@danville.ca.gov to join. Fees: Free.
Memory Screening 20 minute appointments Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
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Seniors can schedule an appointment for memory screening provided by Caring Solutions by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490. Fees: Free.
Local Resources/Special Events Personal Counseling Services Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Discovery Counseling Center therapist, Dr. Fran Rapoport, is available for individual and group counseling services. Confidentiality and privacy will be protected. A grant from the Chevron Corporation enables seniors to have initial sessions at no cost. For an appointment, call Dr. Fran (925) 837-0505, ext. 314.
Welcome to Medicare Seminar Saturday, May 10 and June 14, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Contra Costa County Staff/HICAP Counselors
A workshop for those new to Medicare. You will learn about Parts A, B, C & D and the benefits they offer. Learn ways to supplement Medicare using a Medigap or Medicare Advantage Plan and how to select a Part D Prescription Drug Plan. Extensive materials provided. Registration required. Please sign up for only one session. Fees: Free.
Special Events (continued from Page 1) Taste and Toast of Chile Thursday, May 15, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Stellar wines, tasty tidbits and entertainment from the rich culture of Chile will be featured. The chili pepper was a basic of the Chilean diet into the 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us for a chili taste off and let us know your favorite chili dish of this century as local restaurateurs compete for your vote. The Taste and Toast series celebrates countries from around the world. Fees: $5(R) $6(NR). $8 at the door.
Summer Evening Dance Friday, June 6, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Spend the evening practicing your rumba, fox trot, waltz and tango to the all the oldies. Live D.J. Geri Foley will provide the entertainment and light refreshments will be served. Fees: $6(R) $7(NR). $10 at the door.
Local Community Resources
Danville Library Events
Adult/Senior Resource Guide
Tuesday, May 20, 1:00 p.m.
The Active Adult Resource Guide is available on the Town of Danville’s website www.danville.ca.gov, or you may pick up a copy at the Senior Center.
Danville Senior Citizens Club Mondays, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Mah-Jongg, and free drop-in bridge lessons available 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bingo 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. New members welcome. Membership fee: $15/year. Contact Patricia Graber at (925) 443-0268.
Seniors Bridge Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Town Meeting Hall Fees: $2 per person, per day
Call coordinators Flo Ahern at (925) 831-2171 or Bill Iles at (925) 216-1203 for reservations or email williamiles@comcast.net. Experienced players only please.
Arts & Travel Presentation Series Location: Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room
Beauty, Wealth and Power: Jewelry and Ornaments of Asia. Presented by the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco.
Good Food, Good Health Presentation Series Tuesday, May 20, 7:00 p.m. Location: Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room
Nutrition and Healthy Living presentation.
Age Well, Drive Smart –Program for Senior Drivers and their Families Thursday, May 22, 2:00 p.m. Location: Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room
Interactive program presented by the California Highway Patrol. For more information call the Danville Library at (925) 837-4889.
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Town of Danville Senior Services 115 E. Prospect Avenue Danville, CA 94526
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Visit the Town of Danville Online: www.danville.ca.gov Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490 Registration: April 16 – Residents, April 18 – Non-Residents View or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov or view a copy at any Town Office location.
Silver Streak Distribution The Town of Danville will continue mailing the bi-monthly Silver Streak newsletter to Danville residents within the Town boundaries. Non-residents are encouraged to view or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov/services/recreation-services/seniors or view a copy at any Town Office location.
Silver Screen Movies
Coming to the Village Theatre
Location: Village Theatre Fees: FREE Movies are shown on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 to get a list of scheduled movies. Pre-registration not required.
Ruddigore, Role Players Ensemble April 18-May 10, 2014
Movie Dates: 5/2, 5/9, 5/30, 6/20 . No Movies On: 5/16, 5/23, 6/6, 6/13, 6/27.
Movies at the VT: Chocolat, Thursday, May 8, 8:00 p.m. Cost: $5
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Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490
Artful Women: 7 Voices in Fabric Art, Art Gallery Exhibit March 7-April 26, 2014
Double Feature Pretty in Pink/Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Saturday, May 24, 2:00 p.m. Cost: $5
Registration Form—May/June 2014 Registration Dates: April 16 (Residents) April 18 (Non-Residents) INSTRUCTIONS: To register, check the Register box next to each activity in which you would like to participate and the initials of the person registering. For trips please rank your trip choice from 1 (most desired) to 6(least desired). You will receive a receipt in the mail confirming that you have been registered for the activities you selected. R = fee for Danville residents; NR = fee for non-residents.
NOTE: Information on refunds/cancellations/withdrawals and make-up classes are on page 4 Priority Participant (1-6) Initials
SENIOR SNEAKER TRIPS
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Rank Trip choices using “1” as first choice through “6” for last choice in the Priority Column
Register Participant Initials (X)
Register Participant (X) Initials
Register Participant (X) Initials
Napa River/Mare Island Barcode: 36654 Artisan Cheese and Organic Farm Tour Barcode: 36660 Union Square/Chinatown Walking Tour Barcode: 36651 Cornerstone Gardens/Napa Winery Barcode: 36652 Monterey Movie Tour Barcode: 36655 Gorgeous Exhibit, Asian Art Museum Barcode: 37450
Wednesday May 7 Wednesday May 21 Thursday May 29 Thursday June 12 Wednesday June 18 Tuesday June 24
SPECIAL EVENTS
Date
Taste and Toast of Chile Barcode: 36588 Summer Evening Dance Barcode: 36589
Thursday May 15 Friday June 6
BUZZ SESSIONS
Date
Dental Health as We Age Barcode: 36468 Wisdom Barcode: 36469 How to Frost the Perfect Cupcake Barcode: 36470 All The BUZZ/Senior Living Options Barcode: 36471 Vitamin Tips for Aging Barcode: 36472 Home Composting Barcode: 36473
Tuesday May 6 Tuesday May 13 Tuesday May 20 Tuesday May 27 Tuesday June 3 Tuesday June 10
How is Your Hearing? Barcode: 37447
R $83 NR $100 R $88 NR $105 R $75 NR $90 R $72 NR $86 R $110 NR $132 R $47 NR $56
8:30a.m.-5:00p.m. 8:00a.m.-4:30.m. 8:30a.m.-3:00p.m. 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. 7:45a.m.-6:00p.m. 9:30a.m.-2:30p.m. Time (approximate)
Fee R $5 NR $6 At door $8 R $6 NR $7 At door $10
7:00p.m.-8:30p.m. 6:30p.m.-9:30p.m. Time (approximate)
Fee
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.
Free
10:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
Tuesday June 17
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
CLASSES
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
AARP Smart Driver Course Barcode: 36605
Friday 5/16 & 5/23
9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
See Registration info.
*Registration for Bocce is limited to one class per newsletter. Rank your choice by listing 1 and 2 *Bocce Ball League Barcode: 37433
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
R $20 NR $24
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 37434
Thursdays 5/8-6/26
9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
R $20 NR $24
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Register Participant (X) Initials
CLASSES (Con’t)
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Bridge Basics I Barcode: 36577 Bridge Basics-Defending a Hand Barcode: 36575 Cane Do Barcode: 36493
Wednesdays 5/7-6/18 Wednesdays 5/7-6/18 Tuesdays 5/6-6/24
7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. 9:00a.m.-10:00a.m.
R $100 NR $120 R $100 N $120 R $65 NR $79
Chinese Conversation Barcode: 37449
Saturdays 5/3-6/28
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
R $40 NR $48
Cooking with James/Danish Delights Barcode: 36666
Thursday June 12
2:00p.m.-3:30p.m.
R $4 NR $5
Cooking – Healthy Summer Classics Barcode: 36667 Cooking – Easy Summer Meals Barcode: 36668 Crochet (Beginning) Barcode: 37441
Tuesday May 6 Tuesday May 20 Wednesdays 5/28-6/11
1:30p.m.-3:30p.m.
R $35 NR $42 R $35 NR $42 R $60 NR $72
Dancercise Barcode: 36489
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
10:50a.m.-11:40a.m.
Drawing (Basic) Barcode: 37442 Gentle Stretch Barcode: 36638
Wednesdays 5/7-5/21 Mondays 5/5-6/30
1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $8 NR $10 R $60 NR $72 R $40 NR $48
Gentle Stretch Barcode: 37432
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $40 NR $48
Guitar (Beginning) Barcode: 36701
Monday 5/5-6/30
3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $80 NR $96
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 36650
Mon/Wed 5/5-6/25
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $98 NR $117
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 36648
Mondays 5/5-6/23
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $56 NR $67
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 36649
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $56 NR $67
Line Dance-Beginner/High Beginner Barcode: 36496
Thursdays 5/1-6/26
10:15a.m.-11:15a.m.
R $27 NR $32
Line Dance- Easy Intermediate Barcode: 36497
Thursdays 5/1-6/26
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
R $27 NR $32
Luk Tung Kuen Barcode: 36488
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
10:00a.m.-10:40a.m.
R $8 NR $10
Scrabble, Fun With Words Bar Code: 36688
Tuesdays 5/13-6/24
1:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $7 NR $8
Senior Stretching Barcode: 36673
Fridays 5/2-6/27
9:15a.m.-10:15a.m.
R $25 NR $30
Sit to Get Fit Barcode: 36635
Mondays 5/5-6/30
1:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
R $80 NR $96
Social Dancing Barcode: 36490
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
11:45a.m.-12:35p.m.
R $8 NR $10
Spanish Conversation Barcode: 36676
Mondays 5/5-6/30
9:30a.m.-10:30a.m.
R $40 NR $48
Mastering Sudoku Barcode: 37430
Tuesdays 5/6-6/24
1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.
R $8 NR $10
TOTAL FEES
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1:30p.m.-3:30p.m. 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.
$
Register Participant (X) Initials
Register Participant (X) Initials
CLASSES (Con’t)
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Tai Chi Barcode: 37448
Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
9:00a.m. – 9:50a.m.
R $8 NR $10
Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong Barcode: 37451 Ukulele for Beginners Barcode: 36700
Tuesdays 5/6-6/24 Tuesdays 5/6-6/24
Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club Barcode: 36702
Tuesdays 5/6-6/24
4:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
R $40 NR $48
Watercolor(Basic) Barcode: 37440
Thursdays 5/8-5/22
10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
R $60 NR $72
Writers Group Barcode: 36704 Yoga Barcode: 36581 Yoga Barcode: 36582 Yoga Barcode: 36583 Zumba - Mondays Barcode: 36641 Zumba-Wednesdays Barcode 36642
Thursdays 5/1-6/26 Mondays 5/5-6/30 Mondays 5/5-6/30 Wednesdays 5/7-6/25 Mondays 5/5-6/30 Wednesdays 5/7-6/25
HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 35969
Mon/Wed 6/23-7/16
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 35999
Mon/Wed 7/21-8/13
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 35971
Mon/Wed 6/23-7/16
1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 36001
Mon/Wed 7/21-8/13
1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 35970
Tues/Thurs 6/24-7/17
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 36000
Tues/Thurs 7/22-8/14
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 35972
Tues/Thurs 6/24-7/17
1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Barcode: 36002
Tues/Thurs 7/22-8/14
1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.
R $57 NR $68
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 36713 Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 36714
Saturday May 10 Saturday June 14
10:00a.m.-12:30p.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-12:30p.m.
Free
R $8 NR $10 R $80 NR $96
10:30a.m.-11:30a.m. 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $45 NR $54 R $76 NR $91 R $76 NR $91 R $76 NR $91 R $56 NR $67 R $56 NR $67
3:30p.m.-4:30p.m. 11:00a.m.-12:15p.m. 12:30p.m.-1:45p.m. 8:15a.m.-9:30a.m. 4:15p.m.-5:15p.m. 4:15p.m.-5:15p.m.
TOTAL FEES
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Senior Issues Sub-committee Meetings in 2014 Wednesday, April 23, July 23, Oct. 22 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Mail or drop off your registration form to the Danville Senior Center or the Danville Community Center. All resident registrations received by April 15 at 5:00p.m. will be processed beginning Wednesday, April 16 with no priority given. Non-resident registration will begin on Friday, April 18. Phone and walk-in registration will begin on Monday, April 21. To register by phone, please contact the Danville Senior Center (925)314-3490. Please note times listed for each Senior Sneaker trip are approximate. Staff will mail out a detailed checklist approximately one week before the trip with exact meeting time. Class Cancellation/Withdrawals Requests for withdrawal will be honored if requested no later than 5 business days prior to the first day of class. Requests made less than 5 business days prior to the first day of class must be submitted in writing and will be considered on an individual basis. A $20 processing fee will be charged for check refunds; a $5 processing fee for credit card refunds. Make-up Classes Whenever possible, make-up classes will be given on those occasions when inclement weather or instructor illness requires that a class be cancelled. No refunds (whole or partial) can be given for classes missed by the student. Senior Sneaker Trip Refund Policy: When registration falls below the minimum enrollment required, it may be necessary to cancel a trip. At the time of cancellation, the Town will initiate a full refund. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for refunds to be processed. Withdrawal and refund requests must be submitted five working days prior to the trip. Refunds will not be given for trips designated (no refund). Senior Sneaker Trip Registration Priority: Due to the high demand of the Senior Sneaker program, seniors will be limited to registering for two trips per month, or a total of four per issue of the Silver Streak newsletter. When choosing your trips, please number them in order of priority. In Case of Emergency: Please call Senior Services to verify that your emergency contact information is current. Since prompt medical care is crucial in an emergency, the Town would like to ensure we have the most current information for each participant. If you wish to register by mail, complete the form and mail with payment to:
Danville Senior Center Attn: Class Registrations 115 E. Prospect Avenue Danville, CA 94526 (Circle One): Check
Checks payable to: Town of Danville Cash (exact amount) MasterCard Visa
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