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.
Next Meetings
July 23 October 22 Mark your calendar! Senior Sneakers - Sacramento Trip
Senior Sneakers - New Travel Program Beginning September 1, we will be utilizing the services of Kanen Travel along with Senior Center staff on a trial basis for our Senior Sneaker trips. This locally-owned company has 47 years of experience planning and leading trips for senior centers, groups and organizations in the Bay Area. Trip participants will travel on new, high-quality charter buses and travel with experienced trip leaders. Join us in welcoming Kanen Travel on Thursday, July 31 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Danville Senior Center. Day trips for September and October will be highlighted, as well as an extended December trip, Christmas at Hearst Castle (3 days/2 nights). Enter a drawing to win a free day trip, enjoy refreshments, meet a Kanen travel leader and climb aboard a new charter bus to try out your favorite seat. Fees: Free.
July/August Special Events
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Taste and Toast of Greece
Time: 4:00 p.m.
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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 Diablo Vista Park. 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.
July/August Trips Beach Blanket Babylon, San Francisco
Wednesday, July 16, 3:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Summer in the City! Enjoy an evening in North Beach for a pre-show dinner on your own, and then attend the longest-running musical revue in theatre history, Beach Blanket Babylon. The show follows Snow White as she takes a fast-paced journey around the world in search of her “Prince Charming”. Fees: $78(R) $93(NR). Activity Level: 2
Garlic Festival, Gilroy Friday, July 25, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This celebration of food, fun and family includes great garlicky food, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, art and crafts and more! The event is held in a park, all outdoors with plenty of natural shade trees and shade tents with tables and benches. Let us do the driving while you enjoy the afternoon. We will be at the festival for approximately four hours. Price includes entrance fee to the festival. Fees: $44(R) $53(NR). Activity Level: 3/4
Intimate Impressionism Exhibit, Legion of Honor Tuesday, July 29, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Intimate Impressionism on view at the Legion of Honor
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Senior Sneakers - Ruth Bancroft Gardens
Intimate Impressionism Exhibit (continued...) showcases 70 Impressionist and Post-Impressionist landscapes, seascapes, still life, interiors, and portraits from the collections of the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. The temporary closure of the National Gallery’s east building for major renovation and expansion has made possible the rare opportunity to see this select group of paintings in San Francisco. Enjoy lunch on your own in the museum café. Fees: $61(R) $73(NR). Activity Level: 3
Museum of the American Indian/ Marin Tour Thursday, August 7, 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. The Museum of the American Indian is devoted to the Native American culture. Situated on an actual site of a Miwok Village, this Museum is the only one of its kind in the Bay Area. Our docent, Alicia Retes, of Cherokee, Yaqui, and Mayo descent, is a talented and experienced certified interpretive guide. After an hour-long tour you will have time to explore on your own. Enjoy lunch at Chalet Basque and then proceed to the beautiful Marin Civic Center for a 90-minutes tour of the last fullycommissioned project of Frank Lloyd Wright. Fees: $80(R) $96(NR). Activity Level: 5
Senior Sneakers Trips / Buzz Sessions Filoli Gardens, Woodside Tuesday, August 12, 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Exquisitely beautiful and ever-changing, the Gardens of Filoli offer visitors the chance to learn about the estate’s renowned horticulture practices or to simply enjoy the serenity for which they were designed. Our tour will take us on an exploration of the history of Filoli followed by lunch in the café. Price includes lunch. Fees: $67(R) $80(NR). Activity Level: 4
Red Hawk Casino, Placerville Tuesday, August 19, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Enjoy a day at Red Hawk Casino. The casino has a world-class gaming floor including 2,100 slot machines, progressive jackpots, 75 table games, an entirely nonsmoking lower level, live poker tournaments and cash games. You will receive a $10 free play voucher and a $5 food voucher. There are many restaurants on site, including a popular buffet. Fees: $35(R) $42(NR). Activity Level: 2
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!
What’s Behind the Brand Tuesday, July 1, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Brooke Dodson, Co-founder of Chop Chop Go
Are you spending too much buying brand name food products instead of affordable “generic” alternatives? Join us for a taste test of some of your favorite products. Learn more about a product’s path to the store so you can make smarter, healthier, and more affordable grocery purchases.
Get Linked to Danville Connect! Tuesday, July 8, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenters: Dave Casteel, Maintenance Supervisor and Nat Rojanasathira, Assistant to the Town Manager
Danville Connect is the Town’s one-stop shop for information, concerns and inquiries. Available through a mobile app or the Town’s website, Danville Connect routes inquiries to the appropriate individual for quick and efficient resolution. Getting in touch with the Town has never been easier! Town staff will be demonstrating how to use both options so bring your iPhone, iPad, Android phone, tablet and/or laptop for this hands-on Buzz Session. Coffee will be served.
Superfood Smoothies Tuesday, July 15, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location:Danville Senior Center, Room A Presenter: Amy Miller
A good smoothie recipe can be the key to getting antioxidants, vitamins and essential minerals needed daily. Blended food is easier to digest and smoothies are a practical way to integrate high quality nutrition. Learn which ingredients are the top super-foods and try samples of some easy smoothies you can make at home. www.danville.ca.gov
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Buzz Sessions/Classes Discover Danville’s “Social Calendar” Tuesday, July 29, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Marcia Harmon, Discover Danville Association
Come for tea and a personal invitation to the local street festivals, art fairs, retail/service strolling maps and more. Learn where to find hidden treasures and special customer service right in the heart of Danville!
Grill Like a Pro! Tuesday, August 5, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Henry Siu, Owner, Grillaxin
Summer is in full swing and the weather is perfect for a BBQ! Join Henry Siu, Grill Master, as he shares various marinating recipes, grilling techniques, grilled side dishes and more! Learn the differences in cooking on a charcoal or gas grill.
Discover Danville’s “Social” Calendar, Part II Tuesday, August 12, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Marcia Harmon, Discover Danville Association
Join us for tea and learn more secrets to the treasures and personalized customer service available in quaint downtown Danville.
Garage Sales Made Easy Tuesday, August 26, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Linda Stolow-Sterling
Holding a garage sale looks easy but there are a lot of things one can do to improve your results. As a person who has held many sales over a twenty year period, I’ve learned what works and what doesn’t. I am ready to share it all with you. Here’s to successful garage sales!
Buzz Session - Balance Presentation
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.
JULY BOOK SELECTION The Maid’s Version: A Novel By Daniel Woodrell
Alma De Geer Dunahew, the mother of three young boys, works as the maid for a prominent citizen and his family in West Table, Missouri. Her husband is mostly absent, and, in 1929, her scandalous, beloved younger sister is one of the 42 killed in an explosion at the local dance hall. Who is to blame? Mobsters from St. Louis? The embittered local gypsies? The preacher who railed
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AUGUST BOOK SELECTION Those Who Save Us By Jenna Blum
For fifty years, Anna Schlemmer has refused to talk about her life in Germany during World War II. Her daughter, Trudy, was only three when she and her mother were liberated by an American soldier and went to live with him in Minnesota. Trudy’s sole evidence of the past is an old photograph: a family portrait showing Anna, Trudy, and a Nazi officer, the Obersturmfuhrer of Buchenwald. Driven by the guilt of her heritage, Trudy, now a professor of German history, begins investigating the past and finally unearths the dramatic and heartbreaking truth of her mother’s life. (Meets August 12).
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Classes AARP Smart Driver Course (Refresher) Thursday, July 10, 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. To receive the discount, you must have completed the full 8-hour course within the last 3 years. 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.
Bocce Ball League (New Day Added!) Tuesday, July 8-August 26, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 10-August 28, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Bocce Courts Instructors: Ed Waldon (Tuesdays), 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, July 9-August 27, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 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-II Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael Gosnell
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Bridge Basics II (continued...) or 3rd hand play, and signals. We will also review standard American bidding practices. 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. Fees: $100(R) $120(NR).
Crochet-Hats (continued...) provided upon registration. Approximate cost of supplies is $15, which you purchase and bring to first class. Previous students of Ilah’s crochet class do not need to purchase additional supplies. 3 classes. Fees: $60(R) $72(NR).
Bridge ACBL (Intermediate)
Crochet-Lace and Flowers
Friday, July 11-August 29, 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 13-August 27, 12:30 p.m.2:30p.m.
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: David Sterling
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).
Cane Do-with a Difference Tuesday, July 1-August 26, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Decorate the edges of knitted scarves, tablecloths and make elegant shawls and cowls. Make delicate flowers to decorate clothes and gifts. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Approximate cost of supplies is $15, which you purchase and bring to the first class. Previous students of Ilah’s crochet class only need to purchase a few additional supplies. 3 classes. $60(R) $72(NR).
Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Bob Worthington
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).
Cooking with James, Austria Meets the Mediterranean Thursday, August 7, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Room A Instructor: James Donnelly
After traveling the world, visiting over 30 countries and living in seven countries on four continents, Jim learned a bit about the local food. Delight in a food adventure as he pairs Austrian-style pepper steak with bulgur pilaf. Fees: $4(R) $5(NR).
St. Patrick’s Luncheon
Crochet-Hats & Granny Squares
Dancercise
Wednesday, July 9-July 23, 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Mei Mei Tsai
Learn how to use increase, decrease and shell stitch to create any shape your heart desires. Pattern reading will also be covered in this class. A supply list will be
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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).
Classes Dance (Social)
Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 11:45 a.m.-12:35 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Jimmy Quan and 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).
Game Day-Ping Pong Added! Friday, July 11-August 29, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Room C
Games, games, games galore at the Senior Center. Play your favorite board games, cards and dominoes. Play Ping-Pong the 2nd and 4th Friday!! You name it, we’ve got it. Bring your friends for a morning of fun. No registration required. Fees: Free. No games 7/18.
Gentle Stretch Monday, July 14-August 25, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 16-August 27, 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-$35(R) $42(NR). Wednesday-$35(R) $42(NR).
Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dancing Monday, July 7-August 25, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 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-$112(R) $134(NR). Monday-$64(R) $76(NR). Wednesday-$64(R) $76(NR).
(classes listed alphabetically) Knitting (Basic) Wednesday, July 9-July 23, 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Learn to cast on and combine the most basic stitches to make beautiful fingerless gloves and scarves that will warm you and your family next winter. 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).
Line Dance (Beginner/High Beginner) Thursday, July 10-August 28, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi
Explore a variety of music and rhythm including country-western, tango, waltz, cha cha, rock & roll, rumba and disco. Each dance is repeated until everyone is comfortable with the dance. Fees: $24(R) $28(NR).
Line Dance (High Beginner/Easy Intermediate) (New Day Added!) Monday, July 7-August 25, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10-August 28, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 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, and swing with both fast and slow dances. Fees: Monday-$32(R) $38(NR). Thursday$24(R) $28(NR).
Senior Spotlight The Danville Senior Center is currently looking for qualified instructors to offer all types of classes for adults 55 and older. If you have the knowledge and skills to teach nutrition, health and fitness, language, arts and crafts or hobbies, you are encouraged to submit a proposal. For more information, please contact the Senior Center by e-mail at: seniors@danville.ca.gov
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Classes (classes listed alphabetically) Senior Stretching Friday, July 11-August 29, 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).
Senior Softball League (Men 65 and older)
Taste and Toast of Chile
Luk Tung Kuen Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Chia Chia Chien
The Danville Men’s senior softball league plays on Wednesday mornings, year round at Sycamore Valley Park. Registration is by team only. If your team is interested in joining this league, please contact Diana Tucker at 314-3491.
Singing Group Thursdays, 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: John Archimede
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).
Do you love to sing? Stop by and check out our new informal singing group and bring your favorite music. Fees: Free.
Paper Crafting I
Sit to Get Fit
Tuesday, July 15, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Judy Delany
Learn beginning paper crafting techniques including embossing, thermography, stamping and lining an envelope. We will be making cards and tags using fine papers. All supplies provided. Fees: $25(R) $30(NR).
Paper Crafting II Tuesday, July 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Judy Delany
We will use a variety of paper crafting tools, fine papers and intricate techniques to create objects d’art that can be used to make cards, banners, wall hangings and wrapping. All supplies provided Fees: $25(R) $30(NR).
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Monday, July 14-August 25, 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: $70(R) $84(NR).
Tai Chi Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 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).
Classes Tai Chi Chih and Qi Gong Tuesday, July 1-August 26, 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).
Ukulele for Beginners Tuesday, July 8-August 26, 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Laurie Ballard
Yoga (continued...) 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-$67(R) $80(NR). Wednesdays-$76(R) $91(NR).
Zumba for Seniors Monday, July 7-August 25, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 9-August 27, 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).
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, July 8-August 26, 3:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m. 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).
Yoga Monday, July 7-August 25, 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
Wednesday, July 2-August 27, 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Marcia Conroy
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
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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.
Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
PC Users Tuesday & Thursday appointments: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Volunteer Instructors: Scott Nelson (Tuesdays), Chuck Bieneman (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, July 22, August 26, 1:45 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesdays, July 9, August 13, 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) 602-4168. Fees: Free.
Hearing Screenings Location: Danville Senior Center
If you are experiencing hearing difficulty and don’t wear 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.
Home Alone Do you live alone? Want to share ideas about what helps to make it work? Come to a group for seniors who are “Home Alone”. The group will meet at the Discovery Counseling Center, located in Danville at 115 Town and Country Dr, Ste. A, from 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. for 6-weeks ( June 19-July 24). Please call the facilitator, Dr. Fran Rapoport at (925)837-0505, ext. 314 to register. Fees: Free.
DASH Hiking Group - Hayward Shoreline
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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 be added to the e-mail hike information list. Fees: Free.
Mondays, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Memory Screening
Location: Town Meeting Hall Fees: $2 per person, per day
20 minute appointments Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Seniors can schedule an appointment for memory screening provided by Caring Solutions by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490. Fees: Free.
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
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. $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.
Special Events (continued from Page 1) Taste and Toast of Greece Thursday, July 24, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Celebrate the rich culture of Greece with samples of delightful food, wine and entertainment during the Taste and Toast of Greece. This is the 4th of the Taste and Toast series which celebrates countries around the world. Fees: $5(R) $6(NR). $8 at the door.
Saturday, July 12 and August 9, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Clarinet Fusion-Concert
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Contra Costa County Staff/HICAP Counselors
Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Saturday, July 19, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
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.
A Kaleidoscope of Klarinettes. See and hear a selection of unique clarinets from the tiny AB Sopranino to the huge BBB Contrabass Clarinet. The Clarinet Fusion clarinet choir members collectively boast nearly 400 years of playing experience. Dessert and coffee will be served before the performance. Fees: Free.
Local Community Resources
Tuesday, August 19, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Adult/Senior Resource Guide 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.
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Chocolate syrup, sprinkles, whipped cream and more, that’s what an ice cream social is for! Join us in celebrating National Soft Ice Cream day during this tasty event. Summertime entertainment will be provided by John Archimede, vocals and keyboard. Fees: $4(R) $6(NR). www.danville.ca.gov
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Town of Danville Senior Services 115 E. Prospect Avenue Danville, CA 94526
U.S. POSTAGE PAID DANVILLE, CA PERMIT NO. 253
Visit the Town of Danville Online: www.danville.ca.gov Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490 Registration: June 11 – Residents, June 13 – Non-Residents View or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov/seniors 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/seniors or view a copy at any Town Office location.
Legal Holidays Observed Friday, July 4 – Independence Day
Silver Screen Movies The Silver Screen movies will be taking a vacation in July and August. Free movies will return in September.
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Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490
Coming to the Village Theatre American Graffiti, Movie Screening July 17, 8:00 p.m. Sideways, Movie Screening August 21, 8:00 p.m.
Registration Form—July/August 2014 Registration Dates: June 11 (Residents) June 13(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 Beach Blanket Babylon Wednesday R $78 3:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Barcode: 38520 July 16 NR $93 Garlic Festival, Gilroy Friday R $44 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Barcode: 38519 July 25 NR $53 Intimate Impressionism Exhibit Tuesday R $61 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Barcode: 38515 July 29 NR $73 Museum of the American Indian/Marin Thursday R $80 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Barcode: 38514 August 7 NR $96 Filoli Gardens, Woodside Tuesday R $67 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Barcode: 38516 August 12 NR $80 Red Hawk Casino Tuesday R $35 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Barcode: 38518 August 19 NR $42 Register Participant Time SPECIAL EVENTS Date Fee Initials (approximate) (X) Taste and Toast of Greece Thursday R $5 NR $6 7:00p.m.-8:30p.m. Barcode: 38508 July 24 At door $8 Concert-Clarinet Fusion Saturday 2:00p.m.-3:30 p.m. Free Barcode: 38509 July 19 Ice Cream Social Tuesday R $4 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Barcode: 38511 August 19 NR $6 Register Participant Time BUZZ SESSIONS Date Fee (X) Initials (approximate)
Register Participant (X) Initials
What’s Behind the Brand? Barcode: 37672 Danville Connect Barcode: 37673 Super Food Smoothies Barcode: 37674 Discover Danville’s “Social Calendar” Barcode: 37676 Grill Like a Pro Barcode: 37677 Discover Danville Part II Barcode: 37678 Garage Sales Made Easy Barcode: 37679 CLASSES
AARP Smart Driver Course-Refresher Barcode: 37547
Tuesday July 1 Tuesday July 8 Tuesday July 15 Tuesday July 29 Tuesday August 5 Tuesday August 12 Tuesday August 26 Date
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Free
10:00a.m.-11:30a.m. Time (approximate)
Free
Thursday July 10
9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
See Registration info.
Tuesdays July 8-August 26 Wednesdays July 9-August 27
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
R $20 NR $24
TOTAL FEES
9:30a.m.-11:30a.m. PAGE 1
R $20 NR $24
Fee
*Registration for Bocce is limited to one class per newsletter. Rank your choice by listing 1, 2 or 3 *Bocce Ball League Barcode: 38251 *Bocce Ball League Barcode: 38249 *Bocce Ball League Barcode: 38250
Thursdays July 10-August 28
R $20 NR $24
9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
$
Register Participant (X) Initials
CLASSES (Con’t)
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Bridge Basics I Barcode: 37655 Bridge Basics II Barcode: 37654 Cane Do Barcode: 37690
Wednesdays 7/9-8/27 Wednesdays 7/9-8/27 Tuesdays 7/1-8/26
10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
R $100 NR $120 R $100 N $120 R $65 NR $79
Crochet –Hats and Granny Squares Barcode: 38462 Crochet – Lace and Flowers Barcode: 38463
Wednesdays 7/9-7/23 Wednesdays 8/13-8/27
12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
Dance(Social) Barcode: 38445 Gentle Stretch Barcode: 38275
Wednesday 7/9-8/27 Mondays 7/14-8/25
11:45a.m.-12:35p.m. 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $8 NR $10 R $35 NR $42
Mon/Wed 7/7-8/27
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $112 NR $134
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $64 NR $76
Cooking with James Barcode: 38569
Dancercise Barcode: 38444
Thursday August 7
Wednesdays 7/9-8/27
Gentle Stretch Barcode: 38277
Wednesdays 7/16-8/27
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 38285
Mondays 7/7-8/25
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 38284 Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 38286
Wednesdays 7/9-8/27
Line Dance-Beginner/High Beginner Barcode: 38498
Thursdays 7/10-8/28
Knitting (Basic) Barcode: 38461
Line Dance- Easy Intermediate Barcode: 38499 Line Dance High Beg/Easy Int Barcode: 38500 Luk Tung Kuen Barcode: 38443 Paper Crafting I Barcode: 38459 Paper Crafting II Barcode: 38460 Senior Stretching Barcode: 38414 Sit to Get Fit Barcode: 38272 Tai Chi Barcode: 38446 Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong Barcode: 38504 Ukulele for Beginners Barcode: 38418
Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club Barcode: 38417 Yoga Barcode: 38421
Wednesday 7/9-7/23 Thursdays 7/10-8/28
Monday 7/7-8/25 Wednesdays 7/9-8/27 Tuesday July 15 Tuesday July 22 Fridays 7/11-8/29 Mondays 7/14-8/25 Wednesdays 7/9-8/27 Tuesdays 7/1-8/26 Tuesdays 7/8-8/26 Tuesdays 7/8-8/26 Mondays 7/7-8/25
TOTAL FEES
7:00p.m.-9:00p.m.
9:00a.m.-10:00a.m.
R $4 NR $5
2:00p.m.-3:30p.m.
R $60 NR $72 R $60 NR $72
12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
R $8 NR $10
10:50a.m.-11:40a.m.
R $35 NR $42
3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
R $64 NR $76
5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
R $60 NR $72
3:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
R $24 NR $28
10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
R $24 NR $28
11:15a.m.-12:15p.m.
R $32 NR $38 R $8 NR $10 R $25 NR $30 R $25 NR $30 R $25 NR $30 R $70 NR $84 R $8 NR $10 R $8 NR $10 R $80 NR $96
7:00p.m.-8:30p.m.
10:00a.m.-10:40a.m.
10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. 9:15a.m.-10:15a.m. 1:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
9:00a.m. – 9:50a.m.
10:30a.m.-11:30a.m. 2:30p.m.-3:30p.m. 3:45p.m.-5:00p.m.
11:00a.m.-12:15p.m. PAGE 2
$
R $40 NR $48 R $67 NR $80
Register Participant (X) Initials
CLASSES (Con’t)
Date
Register Participant (X) Initials
Yoga Barcode: 38422 Yoga Barcode: 38423 Zumba - Mondays Barcode: 38278 Zumba-Wednesdays Barcode 38279
HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Mondays 7/7-8/25 Wednesdays 7/2-8/27 Mondays 7/7-8/25 Wednesdays 7/9-8/27
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 38581 Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 38582
Saturday July 12 Saturday August 9
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Time (approximate)
R $67 NR $80 R $76 NR $91 R $56 NR $67 R $56 NR $67
10:00a.m.-12:30p.m.
Free
12:30p.m.-1:45p.m. 8:15a.m.-9:30a.m.
4:15p.m.-5:15p.m. 4:15p.m.-5:15p.m.
Fee
10:00a.m.-12:30p.m.
Free
TOTAL FEES
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TOTAL FEES
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$
TOTAL FEES
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$
TOTAL FEES
$
Senior Issues Sub-committee Meetings in 2014 Wednesday, 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 June 10 at 5:00p.m. will be processed beginning Wednesday, June 11 with no priority given. Non-resident registration will begin on Friday, June 13. Phone and walk-in registration will begin on Monday, June 16. 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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