Danville Senior Services
SILVER STREAK
2020
A NEWSLETTER OF PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNIT Y SERVICES
April · May · June
Registration Dates: MARCH 11(R) MARCH 12(NR)
Danville Senior Center 115 E. Prospect Ave
seniors@danville.ca.gov | www.danville.ca.gov/seniors | (925) 314-3430 Danville Community Center 420 Front Street
Hap Magee Ranch Park 1025 La Gonda Way
Oak Hill Park Community Center 3005 Stone Valley Road
Town Meeting Hall 201 Front Street
Village Theatre & Art Gallery 233 Front Street
Spring Bocce League
Do you love bocce? New to bocce? Want to socialize and enjoy the beautiful courts at Sycamore Valley Park? Join the Spring Senior Bocce League on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday mornings. Come play in a supportive and social environment. All levels welcome. Bocce volunteers will help guide you if you’re new. Please pre-register. Information inside!
Performers Wanted!
The third Annual Senior Variety Show will take place at the Village Theatre on Saturday, June 6 from 1:30pm – 3:00pm. Have a talent you want to share? Call (925) 314-3431 or email Leah at lmadonich@danville.ca.gov. Tickets will go on sale in mid-April at villagetheatreshows.com. We hope to see you there!
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SENIOR SNE A K ERS TRIPS SPECI A L E V ENTS BUZ Z SES SIONS REGIS TR ATION FORM CL AS SES HE A LTH & W ELLNES S ENRICHMENT COMMUNIT Y RES OURCES
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Senior Sneakers Trips ACTIVITY LEVELS You must be able to walk six steep steps to board the bus. Bus will be provided unless otherwise noted. 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 are not sure where you fit, call us at (925) 314-3430. Please note: Times listed for trips are approximate. All participants will receive a trip checklist with final details one week prior to departure. Trips are a one-day adventure. Don’t forget to pack your sense of fun and your sense of humor!
April/May/June Trips Please Note: Cancellation policy regarding trips. Any cancellations on trips must be made 10 business days prior to the trip unless tickets have been purchased. Some trips may not be refundable. Transportation is included unless otherwise noted. Don’t be late, the bus won’t wait!
April Lemos Farms Goat Yoga #25705 Tuesday, April 7, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Location: Half Moon Bay Whether you’re an experienced yogi or just looking for your next big adventure, goat yoga provides a truly heart-warming and unique experience for all ages. Each session includes 45 minutes of yoga while 15-20 small goats roam around you, perhaps nibbling at your clothes, climbing on your back, or cuddling up with you during relaxation poses. The class is followed by 15 minutes of petting zoo fun (including the chance to feed and brush the goats). The farm yoga class is designed for all levels, abilities, and ages 10-100. Goat pose, anyone? Don’t forget your camera! Please bring your own picnic lunch. We will be enjoying our lunch onsite after the class. Fees: $95(R) $114(N) Amazon Tour #25758 Thursday, April 23, 9:00am – 2:30pm Location: Tracy Go behind the scenes and learn how Amazon gets your packages to you so quickly. You will get to see first-hand how their amazing people and amazing technology come
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together to fulfill your order once you click “Buy Now.” This will be a 1-hour walking tour that will include stairs. Only closed-toed tennis shoes are allowed. No medical walking boots of any kind. After our tour, we will head to Downtown Livermore where we will enjoy a group lunch at Strizzis. Bus transportation, Amazon tour and lunch is included. Fees: $70(R) $84(N) May Job Corps Advanced Culinary Academy Three-Course Lunch #25706 Tuesday, May 5, 11:00 am – 3:00pm Location: Culinary Academy, Treasure Island The culinary program at the Job Corps Advanced Culinary Academy based in Treasure Island is an outstanding job development program. This is your opportunity to be part of this wonderful experience while enjoying a 3-course meal provided by advanced culinary students. Don’t miss out on this magnificent treat and enjoy a fine dining experience. BEST KEPT SECRET ON THE BAY! Transportation and threecourse lunch are provided. Fees: $68(R) $81(N) Salesforce Rooftop Park #25709 Wednesday, May 13, 10:00am – 3:00pm Location: San Francisco Everyone is welcome to enjoy this public park, a living roof where you will find a curved walking trail lined with benches surrounding grassy lawns and dancing fountains. Seventy feet above the Grand Hall, the Park runs the entire length of the Transit Center’s nearly four-block stretch. Home to 600 trees and 16,000 plants arranged in 13 different botanical feature areas, the newest public park in the San Francisco Bay Area is for the benefit and enjoyment of all...and there’s nothing else like it anywhere. Sometimes the best surprises are right at the top! Fees cover bus only. Lunch on your own. Fees: $55(R) $66(N) Wildlife Rescue Center #25707 Thursday, May 21, 7:30am – 3:00pm Location: Petaluma Enjoy a docent-led tour through the Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue Center. The center has a team of trained staff and volunteers available to rescue wildlife seven days a week. They provide specialized medical care to over 1,500 animals a year. With the help of their Good Samaritan team of veterinarians, they are able to perform surgeries, provide nutritional care, detailed exams and much more to give these animals the best chance of survival. On average, Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue releases 70% of their patients back to the wild. After the tour, we will have time to enjoy a stop for lunch. Trip includes transportation and admission/docent tour of the Wildlife Center. Lunch on your own. Fees: $64(R) $76(N)
Special Events & Buzz Sessions June Lavender Bee Farm #25710 Monday, June 15, 8:00am – 2:30pm Location: Petaluma Amid the rolling hills of Sonoma County, the lavender bee farm is a family honey farm that plays host to over 5,000 lavender plants and multiple hives. The farm is chem-free; no pesticides or chemical fertilizers for the health of our bees, plants, and you. This trip includes transportation and a tour of the farm, and some samples of cheese. Free time to shop in the gift shop and lunch on your own in town. Fees: $75(R) $90(N) Tribute to the Beatles #25712 Saturday, June 20, 6:00pm - 10:30pm Location: James Logan Performing Arts Center, Fremont The Classical Mystery Tour celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic album Abbey Road. Featuring original members of the Broadway sensation “Beatlemania,” you’ll feel like it’s 1964 and you’re seeing the Fab Four in person. If you like the Beatles, you will LOVE “Classical Mystery Tour.” Fee includes bus and admission ticket only. Fees: $104(R) $124(N) Special Events Breakfast with Friends #25704 Monday, April 6, 9:00am – 10:30pm Location: Crumbs, Danville Our Breakfast with Friends continues at Crumbs in Downtown Danville. Join us for the morning and enjoy starting your day with a hot breakfast and friendly conversations. Drive on your own. Fees: $15(R) $18(N) Hearing Aid Testing and Cleaning #25711 Sponsored by: Connect Hearing Friday, April 24, 10:00am-12:00pm Location: Danville Senior Center Mark your calendar for Friday, April 24th. Come and get your hearing aids checked and cleaned for free! Connect Hearing will be onsite from 10:00am -12:00pm to check, clean and answer any questions you may have about your hearing aids. Please join us after for lunch in the CC Café and a movie! ($3.00 charge for lunch, please sign up at the front desk by Thursday by noon). Fees: Free Lend-a-Hand Day – Volunteers Wanted Saturday, April 25, 8:00am – 1:00pm Location: Various Senior Residences in Danville We are looking for volunteers to provide yardwork assistance to seniors in need! If you love to be outside in the garden and want to help a local senior, register to volunteer at www.danville.ca.gov/volunteer.
Senior Variety Show Saturday, June 6, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Danville seniors are full of a variety of talent---come see! This showcase of local senior talent will again take the stage at the Village Theatre. Prepare to be amazed! Light refreshments will be provided. Last year’s show sold out! Don’t wait to get your tickets! Purchase your tickets at www.villagetheatreshows.com Fees: $6. Walking Tour of the “Hearts on Hartz” Art Exhibit #25756 Tuesday, June 23, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Village Theatre Presenter: Marija Nelson Bleier, Culture Arts Coordinator, Town of Danville Don’t miss out on this wonderful summer activity. Join us for a walking tour of the Hearts sculptures located throughout downtown. Come learn about the different artists who painted the hearts and the process of bringing public art to Danville. If you loved the Dogs of Danville, don’t miss Hearts on Hartz! Bring a water bottle, hat, and wear comfortable walking shoes. Meet in out front of the Village Theatre. Fees: Free 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! Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3430 or seniors@danville.ca.gov if you have any suggestions or would like to offer a buzz session! Aging in Place #25748 Tuesday, April 7, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Lorna Van Ackeren Sponsored by: Hillendale Home Care Most older adults prefer to remain living in their own home throughout one’s aging years. However, oftentimes extra help is needed with assistance of daily living activities to help one “Age in Place” with dignity and independence. This Buzz session will provide you with an overview of the various issues that should be considered when caring for your loved one at home: how to determine if your house is safe to help avoid accidents, identifying the need for outside help, various options which are available to you, different types of home care agencies and caregivers that are available in our community, questions you should ask when “shopping” for assistance, and what you can expect from a caregiver. Learn how to avoid burnout and helpful tips to help yourself, as well as the various community resources that are free in our community to persons 60 and older. How to Find and Tell Your Stories #25749 Tuesday, April 14, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Marie Minder
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Buzz Sessions Stories are powerful tools that enable us to convey our thoughts and ideas to our friends and families in a meaningful way. Learning to apply storytelling techniques to help you remember, discover and organize your own life experiences will create memories that will live on forever. Avoiding Capital Gains When Selling Your Family Home #25750 Tuesday, April 21, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Realtor Kelly Smith, Financial Planner Mary Hanson and CPA Robert Arnone Come join Realtor Kelly Smith, Financial Planner Mary Hanson, and CPA Robert Arnone for this informative session on capital gains and home sales. We will be discussing important tax considerations surrounding home sales, including eligibility for exemptions, tax rules for singles and married couples, and documentation of property improvements and costs. We will also touch briefly on the topics of second homes, transfer of property tax basis, rental properties, “combo” properties that have been both primary residences and rentals, and 1031 exchange options. If you’re considering a move, this session provides the opportunity to be better informed so you can make the best choices in your planning and selling decisions. Meet and Greet with the Senior Commission #25751 Tuesday, April 28, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Leah Martinez Enjoy a “meet and greet” with your Senior Advisory Commissioners: James Donnelly, Bob Ficken, Dave Fong, Candace Hendra and Sandra Moody. Introduce yourself and enjoy a coffee and conversation with your Commissioners. Mindfulness: Its Benefits as we Age #25740 Tuesday, May 5, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Gale Schleimer Mindfulness is taught in hospitals, schools, businesses and in counseling venues to name a sampling of settings. It consists of various practices that anyone, at any age, can learn. These practices may reduce stress and improve our overall health and well–being. Recent neuroscientific research suggests that it may have special cognitive benefits for us as we age. Please join me to lean more! Minimalism 101 #25752 Tuesday, May 12, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Leah Martinez Marie Kondo took the world by storm with her method of “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.” But what does it mean to be a minimalist? How can we live simpler lives?
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Attend this session to learn about general minimalist principles and consider living well with less. More on Grief and Loss #25741 Tuesday, May 19, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Kathleen Brand Grieving the loss of a loved one is challenging, and the longer we live, the more losses we experience. Knowing how to grieve in a healthy manner is important to sustain good quality of life. This interactive session will focus on coping strategies when grieving the death of a loved one. Stress Management #25753 Tuesday, May 26, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Laura M. Gumban, LVN, BSHS-G Sponsored by Kindred at Home Hospice How stress impacts the body and brain is a hot topic for research and the medical community at large. It has been proven that the effective management of stress both improves overall health and impacts longevity. Come see how stress is affecting your life and common sense approaches to stress management. Extended Trip Presentation #25754 Tuesday, June 2, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Kris Adams, Premier Travel Join us on June 2nd for a presentation that will cover all our up coming extended overnight trips. Learn what trips are being offered for travel both in the US and abroad! Kris Adams will be here from Premier Travel to provide you with trip details and to answers all your questions about traveling in the US and abroad. Women in Finance #25755 Tuesday, June 9, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Rebecca Campbell Sponsored by: Fiat Program and LFS Asset Management “Women are scoring lower than men in overall financial literacy and more than 80% of women between the ages of 60 and 75 failed a recent retirement income literacy quiz on investment, retirement planning, taxes etc...” says Nina Mitchell at Her Wealth. This workshop is designed to educate women to feel empowered to understand and improve their own financial well-being. Let’s shift our perspective from not having enough money or feeling overwhelmed to taking control of our finances through inspired action. Join Rebecca at this workshop as she discusses spending, investing, retirement and the areas where financial planning for women differs from men.
Classes Taking Care of You: Coping Strategies for Caregivers #25747 Tuesday, June 16, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Jo McCord If you are a caregiver, then you know that the enormous pressures and risks of family caregiving--burnout, compromised health, depression and depletion of financial resources--are a reality of daily life. It’s one thing to gear up for a short-term crisis, but it takes different skills to provide care over the longer period of time. This buzz session will address caregivers concerns and challenges by providing some tips and communication skills that will also lead to lower levels of caregiver stress. Walking Tour of the “Hearts on Hartz” Art Exhibit #25756 Tuesday, June 23, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Village Theatre Presenter: Marija Nelson Bleier, Culture Arts Coordinator, Town of Danville Don’t miss out on this wonderful summer activity! Meet in front of the Village Theatre and join us for a walking tour of the Hearts Sculptures located throughout downtown. Come learn about the different artists who painted the hearts and the process of bringing public art to Danville. If you loved the Dogs of Danville, don’t miss Hearts on Hartz! Bring a water bottle, hat, and wear comfortable walking shoes. Free Brain Longevity Therapy #25774 Tuesday, June 30, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center Presenter: Marcia Conroy Effectively uses Kirtan Kriya, a several thousand-year-old practice, to possibly build, repair and utilize short term and long term memory. Many people recovering from brain trauma or who have MS, Parkinson’s or other immune diseases, as well as short term and long term memory issues have had proven results in applying this 12-minute daily meditation and exercise. Come and learn more, including information on the 3 other pillars of the full program in a group class setting coming up in the Summer (July/August/ September) session. WHAT’S NEW? Beginning Line Dance *New Class* #25739 Thursday, April 2 – June 25, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Chloe Morgan A super fun, social and healthy way to get some exercises! We will learn the oldies but goodies in Country Line dancing as well as some newer dances. Open to all levels. No prior dance experience required. Join us! Fees: $60(R) $72(N)
Mindfulness for the Everyday Life *New Class* #25744 Thursday, May 14 – June 4, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Instructor: Gale Schleimer Please join me for an Introduction to Mindfulness for the everyday life. We will explore the basic foundations and benefits with guided practices and scientifically proven techniques which support stress reduction, resilience and well-being as we age. To learn more, attend a free buzz session on Mindfulness on May 5. Class on 6/4 will meet in the Lounge in the DCC. Fees: ($50) ($60) Movement Improvement *New Class* #25743 Thursday, April 2 – June 25, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Chloe Morgan Enjoy simple stretches and movements that help improve balance, flexibility, core strength with specific focus on strengthening ankles, knees, hips, and wrists to prevent falling. No prior experience required. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring stretch bands or can purchase from instructor for $10. Fees: $77(R)$92(N) Sharing Our Stories *New Class* #25745 Friday, April 3 – May 1, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Instructor: Debbie Weiss Do you have a story you’ve been wanting to tell? Do you want help with something you have already started? Does your muse need a nudge? We will start class with a short writing exercise or a talk about writing technique before we move into giving feedback on our stories in a supportive environment. Fees: $20(R) $24(N) Tai Chi Fan *New Class* #25746 Tues & Thurs, April 2 – June 30, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Instructors: Sulina Lei and Cynthia Lau Tai Chi Fan combines Tai chi principles of soft flowing movements with the grace and elegance of fan play similar to dance. The class helps improve flexibility, strength, balance and health while learning artistic and fun routines. No class 6/25. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Ukulele Beginner’s Class *New Class* #25762 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: John Waller It’s never too late to pick up the Ukulele and get your fingers strumming on chords and playing an easy song. In a short time, you will be able to play, sing and have a great time while learning. After all, we learn it by playing it. Maybe it’s time to get out that wild ambition and follow through on
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Classes something really transformative. Why not? Join the group and your new adventure on Ukulele! Fees: $100(R) $120(N) TECHNOLOGY CLASSES Common iPhone Apps #25713 Wednesday, April 8 - 22, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Clark Murray This 3-week course will cover common iPhone Apps such as: Weather, Clock, Calendar, Maps, Dropbox, Yelp, IMDB, TripAdvisor, YouTube, iHeart, Uber, Next Door, Door Dash, Facebook, Airbnb, Instagram, and Twitter. Fees: $5(R) $6(N) iPhone Basics #25714 Tuesday, June 9 - 30, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall C Instructor: Clark Murray This 4-week course covers iPhone basics for models 5 and later. The course will begin with a discussion about common usage such as voice calls, texting, email, and photos. General iPhone topics such as calendar, clock, notes, maps, weather and internet surfing will also be discussed. Fees: $5(R) $6(N) Intergenerational Smart Phone & Tablet Help #21999 - Friday, April 3, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm #22002 - Friday, May 1, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm #22003 - Friday, June 5, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Want help with your smartphone or tablet? This program is designed to help through the usage of modern gadgets in a non-stressful, engaging, friendly setting. Bring your phones, iPads, or other digital devices to get assistance from youth and teen volunteers. An adult coordinator will be present for additional help. Free. ART CLASSES Acrylic Painting #21970 Monday, April 13 – May 18, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Zina Kassab Learn all about painting with acrylics, with emphasis on composition, color mixing and brush work. Participants will also learn all about acrylic techniques and textures. Students will be guided with a step-by-step instruction; no experience necessary. We will paint the landscape scene from a photo. You can bring your own or use one of the pictures provided. $10 materials fee due to instructor. No class on 5/4. Fees: $100(R) $120(N) Sketching #21972 Monday, April 13 – May 18, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room
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Instructor: Zina Kassab Learn how to sketch basic shapes and correct proportions, understand perspective and contrast. Students will learn how to use the different sketch pencils and learn a variety of sketching techniques. We’ll sketch both landscape and still life. $12 materials fee due to instructor. No class on 5/4. Fees: $75(R) $90(N) DANCE CLASSES Bollywood Dance Fusion #25725 - Wed, April 1 – April 29, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fees: $68(R) $82(N) #25726 - Wed, May 6 – May 27, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fees: $68(R) $82(N) Instructor: Kiran Easwarachandran Location: Town Meeting Hall Resonate with your body-mind-spirit through the magical music of BOLLYWOOD, where you get a great workout, connect with your body, groove to a different beat, release stress and mostly, be in the joy of movement. Absolutely no dance experience necessary. Come dressed comfortably to dance/sweat/workout. Please bring water. No class 4/8. Dancercise #21983 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 10:55 am - 11:50 am Instructor: Reggie Kwan and Bonnie Braga Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall A variety of steps will be taught and combined to help people build physical fitness, strong minds and happy hearts. Contemporary line dances will be taught to a variety of music. This class is designed for beginner to intermediate levels. Line dance experience is recommended. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Line Dance (High Beginner) #22056 Thursday, April 2 – June 11, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi Explore different music from a variety of music genres. Each dance is repeated until everyone is comfortable with the dance. This class is suitable for dancers with some dance experience. Watch our dances on YouTube Channel superlinedance.com. Fees: $44(R) $53(N) Line Dance (Easy Intermediate) #22052 Thursday, April 2 – June 11, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi A fun, healthy, social workout. Current choreographies will be taught to a variety of music genres with both fast and slow dances. Watch our dances on YouTube channel superlinedance.com. Must know all the dance terminology. Line dance experience, familiarity with terminology, count and basic steps preferred. Fees: $44(R) $53(N)
Registration Form—April/May/June
Registration Dates: March 11 (Residents) March 12 (Open Registration)
INSTRUCTIONS: To register, check the Register box next to each activity you would like to participate and print the name of the registrant (s). You will receive a receipt confirming your registration. R= residents fee; N= non-residents fee. Times listed for each Senior Sneaker
trip are approximate and checklists will be emailed one week prior to date of trip with exact time. Refunds will not be given for trips with less than 10 business days’ notice or if tickets have already been purchased.
5 days' notice required for cancellation of class registration. A $20 processing fee will be charged for check refunds; a $5 processing fee for card refunds. Effective July 1, 2018, a non-refundable credit card transaction fee of 2.99% ($2 minimum) will be charged for all credit card transactions.
Please note that participants will receive a receipt via email. An email address is required for registration. All participants should review their receipts for accuracy and call (925) 314-3430 with any discrepancies or questions. Register (X)
Participant Initials
Goat Yoga Activity Code: 25705
Tuesday April 7
8:00 am – 2:15 pm
$95R $114N
Amazon Tour Activity Code: 25758
Thursday April 23
9:00am –2:30pm
$70R $84N
Job Corps Advanced Culinary Academy Activity Code: 25706
Tuesday May 5
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
$68R $81N
Lavender Bee Farm Activity Code: 25710
Monday June 15
8:00 am – 2:30 pm
$75R $90N
Salesforce Rooftop Park Activity Code: 25709
Wednesday May 13
9:30 am – 3:00pm
$55R $66N
Wildlife Rescue Center Activity Code: 25707
Thursday May 21
7:30 am – 2:30 pm
$64R $76N
Tribute to the Beatles Activity Code: 25712
Saturday June 20
6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
$104R $124N
Register (X)
Participant Initials
SPECIAL EVENTS
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
$15R $18N
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Free
Register (X)
Participant Initial
Monday April 6 Friday April 24 Tuesday June 23
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Breakfast with Friends: Crumbs Activity Code: 25704 Hearing Aid Testing and Cleaning Activity Code: 25711 Walking Tour of “Hearts on Hartz” Art Exhibit Activity Code: 25756 Buzz Sessions
Date
Time
Fee
Free
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Tuesday April 7 Tuesday April 14 Tuesday April 21 Tuesday April 28 Tuesday May 5
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Aging in Place Activity Code: 25748 How to Find and Tell Your Stories Activity Code: 25749 Avoiding Capitol Gains When Selling Family Home Activity Code: 25750 Meet and Greet Senior Commission Activity Code: 25751 Mindfulness: Its Benefit As We Age Activity Code: 25740
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Minimalism 101 Activity Code: 25752
Tuesday May 12
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
More on Grief and Loss Activity Code: 25741
Tuesday May 19
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Stress Management Activity Code: 25753
Tuesday May 26
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Extended Trip Presentation Activity Code: 25754
Tuesday June 2
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Women in Finance Activity Code: 25755
Tuesday June 9
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Taking Care of You: Coping Strategies for Caregivers Activity Code: 25747
Tuesday June 16
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
SENIOR SNEAKER TRIPS
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
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Participant Initials
CLASSES
Date
Time (approximate)
Fee
Walking Tour of Hearts on Hartz Activity Code: 25756
Tuesday June 23
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Brain Longevity Therapy Activity Code: 25774
Tuesday June 30
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Free
AARP 2-Day Smart Driver Course Activity Code: 22225
Thursday 4/30 & 5/7
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
See class info
A Matter of Balance Activity Code: 25738
Thursday 4/9 - 5/28
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$16R $19N
Acrylic Painting Activity Code: 21970 Bollywood Dance Fusion Activity Code: 25725 Bollywood Dance Fusion Activity Code: 25726 Bridge Basics One: An Introduction Activity Code: 25737 Basic Bridge Conventions Activity Code: 25736 Chair and Gentle Yoga for Seniors Activity Code: 22083
Monday 4/13 - 5/18 Wednesday 4/1 - 4/29 Wednesday 5/6 - 5/27 Wednesday 4/1 - 5/27 Thursday 4/2 - 5/28 Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
Bocce (Tuesday) Activity Code: 25763
Tuesday 4/7 - 5/26
Bocce (Tuesday) Activity Code: 25766 Bocce (Wednesday) Activity Code: 25764 Bocce (Wednesday) Activity Code: 25768 Bocce (Thursday) Activity Code: 25765 Bocce (Thursday) Activity Code: 25770 Common iPhone Apps Activity Code: 25713 Dancercise Activity Code: 21983 Gentle Stretch Activity Code: 21995
Tuesday 6/9 - 8/4 Wednesday 4/8 - 5/27 Wednesday 6/10 - 8/5 Thursday 4/9 - 5/28 Thursday 6/11 - 8/6 Wednesday 4/8 - 4/22 Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24 Monday 4/6 - 6/29
10:30 am - 12:30 pm 10:00 am – 11:00 am 10:00 am – 11:00 am 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 11:30 am – 12:30 pm 9:30 am - 11:30 am 9:30 am - 11:30 am 9:30 am - 11:30 am 9:30 am - 11:30 am 9:30 am - 11:30 am 9:30 am - 11:30 am 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm 10:55 am - 11:50 am
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Intergenerational Smart Phone & Tablet Help Activity Code: 21999
Friday 4/3
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Free
Intergenerational Smart Phone & Tablet Help Activity Code: 22002
Friday 5/1
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Free
Free
Friday 6/5 Tuesday 6/9 - 6/30 Tues/Thurs 4/2 - 4/30 Tues/Thurs 5/5 - 5/28
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Intergenerational Smart Phone & Tablet Help Activity Code: 22003 iPhone Basics Activity Code: 25714 Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing - Beginner’s Class Activity Code: 25733 Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing - Beginner’s Class Activity Code: 25734
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing - Beginner’s Class Activity Code: 25735
Tues/Thurs 6/2 - 6/30
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
$46R $55N
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Activity Code: 25722
Mon/Wed 4/1 - 6/29
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$140R $168N
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Activity Code: 25727
Monday 4/6 - 6/29
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$88R $106N
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
2:45 pm – 3:45 pm 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
$5R $6N $46R $55N $26R $31N
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Activity Code: 25730
Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$88R $106N
Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club Activity Code: 22011
Thursday 4/2 - 6/25
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30R $36N
Beginning Line Dance *New Class* Activity Code: 25739 Line Dance (High Beginner) Activity Code: 22056 Line Dance (Easy Intermediate) Activity Code: 22052
Thursday 4/2 - 6/25 Thursday 4/2 - 6/11 Thursday 4/2 - 6/26
Luk Tung Kuen Activity Code: 22015
Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
10:00 am - 10:50 am
$30R $36N
Mah Jongg Instruction Class Activity Code: 24533
Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$20R $24N
Mat Pilates (Tuesday) Activity Code: 22065
Tuesday 4/2 - 6/25
8:30 am - 9:30 am
$88R $106N
Mat Pilates (Thursday) Activity Code: 22060 Mindfulness for the Everyday *New Class* Activity Code: 25744 Movement Improvement *New Class* Activity Code: 25743 QiGong - Shibashi for Seniors Activity Code: 22019 Senior Self-Defense with Cane Assist Activity Code: 22023 Senior Stretch+ (Arthritis Friendly) Activity Code: 22034 Senior Stretch+ (Arthritis Friendly) Activity Code: 22035 Senior Stretch+ (Arthritis Friendly) Activity Code: 22036 Sharing Our Stories *New Class* Activity Code: 25745
Thursday 4/2 - 6/25 Thursday 5/14 - 6/4 Thursday 4/2 - 6/25 Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24 Tuesday 4/7 - 6/30 Friday 4/3 - 4/24 Friday 5/1 -5/29 Friday 6/5 - 6/26 Friday 4/3 - 5/1
Sketching Activity Code: 21972
Monday 4/13 - 5/18
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
$75R $90N
Spanish Beginners 1 Activity Code: 22111
Tuesday 4/7 - 6/9
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
$150R $180N
Spanish Beginners 2 Activity Code: 22114
Monday 4/6 - 6/8
9:00 am – 10: 00 am
$135R $162N
Spanish Intermediate Activity Code: 22117
Tuesday 4/7 - 6/9
9:30 am – 10:30 am
$150R $180N
Spanish Advanced Activity Code: 22120 STEM Club Activity Code: 22133 STEM Club Activity Code: 22134 STEM Club Activity Code: 22135 Strength and Tone Activity Code: 22089
Monday 4/6 - 6/8 Tuesday 4/28 Tuesday 5/26 Tuesday 6/23 Thursday 4/2 - 4/30
10:30 am – 11:30 am
$135R $162N
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Free
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Free
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$40R $48N
Strength and Tone Activity Code: 22090
Thursday 5/7 - 5/28
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$32R $38N
Strength and Tone Activity Code: 22091
Thursday 6/4 - 6/25
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$32R $38N
Stretch & Strengthen Pilates Style Activity Code: 22124 Tai Chi Activity Code: 22044 Tai Chi, Advanced Activity Code: 25716
Wednesday 4/8 - 6/24 Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24 Tues/Thurs 4/2 - 6/30
T’ai Chi Chih & QiGong Activity Code: 22070
Tuesday 4/7 - 6/30
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
$30R $36N
Tai Chi Fan *New Class* Activity Code: 25746
Tues/Thurs 4/2 - 6/30
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$30R $36N
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm 10:00 am - 11:00 am 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
10:30 am - 11:30 am 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm 9:00 am - 10:00 am 9:15 am - 10:15 am 9:15 am - 10:15 am 9:15 am - 10:15 am 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 8:55 am - 9:45 am 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
$60R $72N $44R $53N $44R $53N
$88R $106N $50R $60N $77R $92N $30R $36N $30R $36N $32R $38N $40R $48N $32R $38N $20R $24N
$84R $101N $30R $36N $30R $36N
Tai Chi, Intermediate Activity Code: 25719
Tues/Thurs 4/2 - 6/30
10:00 am – 11:00 am
$30R $36N
Ukulele Beginner’s Class *New Class* Activity Code: 25762
Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm
$100R $120N
Welcome to Medicare Activity Code: 24441
Saturday 4/11
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free
Welcome to Medicare Activity Code: 24442 Welcome to Medicare Activity Code: 24443 Yoga - Monday Activity Code: 22074
Saturday 5/9 Saturday 6/13 Monday 4/6 - 6/29
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
$121R $145N
Yoga-Wednesday Activity Code: 22078
Wednesday 4/1 - 6/24
8:15 am - 9:30 am
$121R $145N
You’re Not Alone - Peer Support Group Activity Code: 22245 Zumba - Monday Activity Code: 22101 Zumba - Monday Activity Code: 22102 Zumba - Monday Activity Code: 22103
Monday 4/13, 5/11, 6/8 Monday 4/6 - 4/27 Monday 5/4 - 5/18 Monday 6/1 - 6/29
Non-Refundable Credit Card Transaction Fee
$30R $36N $32R $38N $24R $29N $40R $48N
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION On-line Registration On-line registration for residents will begin at 8:30 am on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. You must already have your account set up. Mail or drop off your registration form to the Danville Senior Center or the Danville Community Center. All resident registrations received by Tuesday, March 10 at 5:00 pm will be processed beginning Wednesday, March 11 with no priority given. Open Registration will begin on Thursday, March 12. 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 Checks payable to: Town of Danville PLEASE NOTE: EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY WITH AN EMAIL ADDRESS AND BIRTHDATE Participant 1 Name:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________Date of Birth: ______________________________ Participant 2 Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________Date of Birth: ______________________________ Address/City________________________________________________________________________________________Zip:_______________________________ Home Phone: _________________________________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________________________________ Credit Card No: ___________________________________________________________ Exp. Date: ____________________________________
Signature: __________________________________________________________________ CVV Number: __________________________________ Please note that registrants will receive a receipt via email. An email address is required for registration. All participants should review their receipts for accuracy and call (925) 314-3430 with any discrepancies or questions.
Classes EXERCISE CLASSES Chair and Gentle Yoga for Seniors #22083 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Brett Mehinger Basic modified yoga poses and stretches are taught in a gentle style on a chair and standing. Focus on stretching, improving mobility and flexibility, awareness of breath, relaxation and mindfulness. No prior experience is necessary, all levels are welcome. Please bring a mat. Wear comfortable clothing. Fees: $120(R) $144(N) Gentle Stretch #21995 Monday, April 6 – June 29, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Rosalyn Lee Treat the body to healthy stretching that elongates muscles, aligns joints and improves flexibility, balance and core condition. Bring a mat and a dish-sized towel. No class on 5/25. Fees: $91(R) $109(N) Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dance - Beginner’s Class #25733 - Tues & Thurs, April 2 – 30, 2:30 pm –3:30 pm Fees: $46(R) $55(N) #25734 - Tues and Thurs, May 5 – 28, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Fees: $26(R) $31(N) #25735 - Tues and Thurs, June 2 – 30, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Fees: $46(R) $55(N) Instructor: Lorie McGuinness Location: Town Meeting Hall FOR NEW STUDENTS: Want to try Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing? Learn the basic steps and dances in a supportive fun environment and get a total body workout that includes strength, flexibility and endurance in a safely choreographed format suitable for active seniors. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a floor mat. Hand held 2-4 lb. weights are recommended but not required. No class 5/12 - 28, 6/4 and 6/11. Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dance, Mon/Wed (55Y & up) #25722 - Mon & Wed, April 1 – June 29, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Fees: $140(R) $168(N) #25727– Mon. only, April 6 – June 29, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Fees: $88(R) $106(N) #25730 – Wed. only, April 1 – June 24, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Fees: $88(R) $106(N) Instructor: Lorie McGuiness Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing is a dance fitness class for the non-dancer that provides a total body workout that includes strength, flexibility and endurance in a safely choreographed format suitable for all ages and is suitable for active seniors. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and to bring a floor mat. Hand held 2-4 lb. weights are recommended but not required. No class 5/25 plus 2 weeks TBD by instructor.
Luk Tung Kuen #22015 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 10:00 am - 10:50 am Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Chia Chia Chien This is a very popular worldwide exercise with 36 postures. Each posture has its own pattern, which is repeated 5-10 times. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Mat Pilates #22065 - Tuesday, April 7 – June 30, 8:30 am - 9:30 am, Fees: $88(R) $106(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall AB #22060 - Thursday, April 2 – June 25, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Fees: $88(R) $106(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Felicia Viera This class works towards toning, flexibility, better posture, efficient movement and mind & body connection. We will work from the deepest layers of muscle, which stabilize and support ideal posture and alignment. Bring mat and small Pilates ball (ball can be purchased from instructor for $8). Make-up classes available. No class 4/30, 5/5, 5/7, 5/12. Qigong-Shibashi for Seniors #22019 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Jim Donnelly Qigong (Chi Kung) is an ancient Chinese mild exercise system. practiced for health maintenance, healing and increasing vitality. Qigong is an integration of physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intentions. The gentle movements reduce stress, build stamina, increase vitality and enhance the immune system. Shibashi is an 18- movement form of flowing qi gong that is easy to learn and practice. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Senior Stretch + Light Fitness (Arthritis Friendly) #22034 - Friday, April 3 - 24, 9:15 am - 10:15 am Fees: $32(R) $38(N) #22035 - Friday, May 1 - 29, 9:15 am - 10:15 am Fees: $40(R) $48(N) #22036 - Friday, June 5 - 26, 9:15 am - 10:15 am Fees: $32(R) $38(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Sylvia Rodriguez This active aging exercise class is designed to help seniors and individuals suffering from arthritis to maintain their cardiovascular health, strength and flexibility. The main purpose is to be able to enjoy activities of everyday life without pain or injury. Whether you’re an active gym member or a newcomer, we welcome you to come enjoy the benefits of light functional movement in a group. Arthritis condition not required. Bring a mat.
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Classes Strength and Tone #22089 - Thursday, April 2 - 30, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Fees: $40(R) $48(N) #22090 - Thursday, May 7 - 28, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Fees: $32(R) $38(N) #22091 - Thursday, June 4 -25, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Fees: $32(R) $38(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall This is a full body workout class which puts every muscle to work. You get a combination of balance, toning, strength and endurance with some aerobics in between. Students can use 2-3 lb. and/or heavier 5-8 lb. dumbbells. Class can be done with or without weights. Stretch and Strengthen Pilates Style #22124 Wednesday, April 8 – June 24, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Instructor: Jo Nash This Pilates-based class enhances your body to a healthy place. You will stretch and strengthen your body while elongating and toning muscles while improving flexibility. Your core and back will get strengthened. Bring a mat and a resistance band. You must be able to get on the floor. Fees: $84(R) $101(N) Tai Chi #22044 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 8:55 am - 9:45 am Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Instructors: Josie Fong & Cynthia Lau Learn the simplified 24-Form Tai Chi with step-by-step instructions. It is a low-impact, weight-bearing exercise with body movement, balance control, muscle coordination and stretches. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Tai Chi - Advanced #25716 Tues and Thurs, April 2 – June 30, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Instructors: Sulina Lei & Cynthia Lau This class teaches the 42 Competition Form. This popular form combines movements from Chen, Yang, Wu, and Sun styles of traditional Tai Chi and provides great health benefits. This class is for experienced Tai Chi students who are interested in exploring advanced techniques and how different styles relate. No class 6/25. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Tai Chi - Intermediate #25719 Tues and Thurs, April 2 – June 30, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Instructors: Sulina Lei & Cynthia Lau This class teaches Yang Style 40 Form Tai Chi, which is derived from the traditional Yang 108 Form. It is compact, yet contains all the features, techniques and health benefits of Yang style. This class is for students of the 24 Form who are interested in learning more Yang movements. Fees: $30(R) $36(N)
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T’ai Chi Chih & Qigong #22070 Tuesday, April 7 – June 30, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Mary Case Tai Chi is a moving meditation that cultivates health, serenity and longevity. The non-impact movements are easy and adaptable to anyone’s range of motion, including those who need to do the movements while seated. With 20 easy-tolearn movements, anyone can participate. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Yoga #22074 - Monday, April 6 – June 29, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Fees: $121(R) $145(N) Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room #22078 - Wed, April 1 – June 24, 8:15 am - 9:30 am Fees: $121(R) $145(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Marcia Conroy Basic foundations of yoga are taught in a gentle modified style. Focus includes stretching, weight-bearing poses, sequences of poses designed to improve heart rate, enhance mobile stability, and stress relief. Yoga mat required. Wear comfortable clothing. Class on 5/4 will meet at the Town Meeting Hall. No class 5/18, 5/20, 5/25 and 5/27. Zumba #22101 - Monday, April 6 - 27, 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Fees: $32(R) $38(N) #22102 - Monday, May 4 - 18, 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Fees: $24(R) $29(N) #22103 - Monday, June 1 - 29, 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Fees: $40(R) $48(N) Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Parandis Banifatemi Zumba is designed to bring people together to sweat! Once the Latin rhythms start, you’ll see why Zumba is called exercise in disguise. Super fun! HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION A Matter of Balance #25738 Thursday, April 9 – May 28, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall C Instructor: Jim Donnelly A Matter of Balance (MOB) is an evidence-based fall prevention program that focuses on overcoming the fear of falling and increasing physical activity through learning assertive behaviors, making the home safer, and following an exercise program designed to improve balance. The course includes eight two-hour sessions taught by two trained coaches and covers many activities the seniors face at home and in the community. Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes. Fees: $16(R) $19(N)
Clubs & Groups FIRST AID & SAFETY Senior Self-Defense with Cane Assist #22023 Tuesday, April 7 – June 30, 9:00 am - 10:00 am Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Jim Donnelly This class focuses on teaching seniors important principles of self-defense. It includes ways that a cane can be effectively used for self-defense. This is not a martial arts class. The class will inform you of many ways to protect yourself and remain safe. Use of a cane for self-defense is not mandatory. Fee: $30(R) $36(N) FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish – Beginning 1 #22111 Tuesday, April 7 – June 9, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda This class is for students who are taking Spanish for the very first time. Learn phrases, salutations, vocabulary, numbers, etc. Basic beginner’s vocabulary to have short dialogues and conversation. Fees: $150(R) $180(N) Spanish - Beginning 2 #22114 Monday, April 6 – June 8, 9:00 am - 10:00 am Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda This class is for students with some previous exposure to Spanish. Please contact the instructor if you are not sure about your level. Basic beginner’s vocabulary to have short dialogues and conversation. No class on 5/25. Fees: $135(R) $162(N) Spanish Intermediate #22117 Tuesday, April 7 – June 9, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda For students with some Spanish knowledge who want to continue learning and improving their language skills. Contact instructor before registration. Fees: $150(R) $180N) Spanish Conversation #22120 Monday, April 6 – June 8, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda This class is for students who have some knowledge of Spanish. We will continue learning vocabulary, grammar and conversational Spanish. No class 5/25. Contact instructor before registration. Fees: $135(R) $162(N)
ENRICHMENT CLASSES /GAMES ACBL Bridge Friday, April 3 – June 26, 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall BC Instructor: Michael Gosnell Friday morning play is limited to players with less than 1500 Master Points. Join a friendly and fun game. Pre-registration advised. Call Michael at (925) 949-9630 for available partners (not guaranteed). Online registration not available. Fees: $8/day(R) $9/day(N) Bridge Basics One: An Introduction #25737 Wednesday, April 1 – May 27, 10:00 am –12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael Gosnell Come learn the game of games! We will go over hand evaluation, opening bids and responses along with the basics of declarer play and defense. No experience required. Fees: $100(R) $120(N) Basic Bridge: Conventions #25736 Thursday, April 2 – May 28, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Michael Gosnell Come and learn some of Bridge’s most popular conventions. We will cover Stayman, Jacoby Transfers, unusual no trump, among others. Class members must know the basics of standard bidding. No beginners. Make-up class 5/28. Fees: $100(R) $120(N) Friday Game Day Friday, April 3 – June 26, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Come have fun with friends playing your choice of card games, board games, marble games, Mah-Jong, or game of your choice at the Danville Senior Center. Bring your friends for a morning of fun, laughter and meet new people in a fun recreational atmosphere. Registration not required. Free. Mah Jongg Instruction Class #24533 Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Come learn to play American Mah Jongg. To play, you will need to purchase a Mah Jongg card and a beginner’s guide book. No class on 4/15. Fees: $20(R) $24(N) Mah Jongg Game Group Wednesday, April 1 – June 24, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room There are six available tables to play American or Chinese Mah Jongg. Invite a friend or come and meet new people. Fees: Punch Card $18(R) $22(N) good for 9 game days or drop-in fee of $2(R) $2.50(N). Cards can be purchased at the front desk and have an expiration date of June 30, 2020. No prorates or refunds for unused cards or punches.
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Clubs & Groups Senior Bocce #25763 - Tuesday, April 7 – May 26, 9:30 am - 11:30 am #25764 - Wed, April 8– May 27, 9:30 am – 11:30 am #25765 - Thursday, April 9 – May 28, 9:30 am – 11:30 am #25766 - Tuesday, June 9– August 4, 9:30 am - 11:30 am #26768 - Wed, June 10 – August 5, 9:30 am – 11:30 am #25770 - Thurs, June 11 – August 6, 9:30 am – 11:30 am Location: Sycamore Valley Park 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. Games will be played at the Bocce courts at Sycamore Valley Park. Fees: $30(R) $36(N) Senior Friday Bridge Friday, April 3 – June 26, 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Location: Town Meeting Hall Call coordinators Flo Ahern at (925) 718-5468 or Bill Iles at (925) 216-1203 for reservations, or email williamiles@comcast.net. Experienced players only, please. Fees: $2 per person, per day. CLUBS/GROUPS Danville Senior Book Club Meets the 2nd Tues of each month, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Facilitator: Marianna Smith Join friends each month as they discuss the pre-selected books listed below. Participants are responsible for obtaining and reading their own book and should read it prior to attending the discussion. Free. April China Dolls By: Lisa See China Dolls tells the story of the rise of Asian entertainers on the nightclub circuit during the late 1930s through the mid 1940s, through the lives of Grace, Helen, and Ruby, three separate women who were Asian entertainers during that time. May This Boy’s Life By: Tobias Wolfe In 1957, a son and mother flee the East and an abusive boyfriend to find a new life, and end up in Seattle, where the mother meets a polite garage mechanic. The boy continually gets into trouble by hanging out with the wrong crowd. The mom marries the mechanic, but they soon find out that he’s an abusive and unreasoning alcoholic, and they struggle to maintain hope in an impossible situation as the boy grows up with plans to escape the small town by any means possible.
he cannot begin to imagine the eventual ramifications his brazen act will entail. Shawano’s mysterious Antelope Woman has utterly mesmerized him—and soon proves to be a bewitching agent of chaos whose effect on others is disturbing and irresistible, as she alters the shape of things around her and the shape of things to come. Danville Senior Citizens Club Mondays, January 6 – March 30, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Mah-Jong, and free drop-in bridge lessons available 9:00 am -11:30 am. Bingo 11:30 am- 2:00 pm. New members welcome. Membership fee: $15/year. Contact Patricia Graber at (925) 443-0268. No meeting 1/20 and 2/17. 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 Wednesdays of the month. Contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3430 or email seniors@danville.ca.gov to be added to the e-mail hike information list. Free. Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club #22011 Thursday, April 2 – June 25, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Facilitator: Bob Turner Join a group of ukulele enthusiasts who enjoy singing and playing together. New members are welcome. You must be able to play C, F, G, G7 and C7 chords. We use the Daily Ukulele series as our primary music library. Players must provide their own ukulele. New participants will need to purchase The Daily Ukulele (yellow book) and the Daily Ukulele - Leap Year Edition (blue book). Fees: $30(R) $36(N) You’re Not Alone - Peer Support Group #22245 Monday, April 13, May 11, and June 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Facilitator: Susan B. Cohen, MFT This will be a commitment of three classes. A continuation of issues of aging, finding purpose and coping with transitions. This will be a facilitated group led by a peer. Hearing each other’s voices helps us to feel more connected and not as isolated. Participants are encouraged to listen to one another with an open heart. Included also will be stress reduction techniques and mindfulness meditation. Confidentiality will be stressed as well. Class meets every second Monday of the month. Fees: $30(R) $36(N)
June Antelope Woman By: Louise Erdrich When Klaus Shawano abducts Sweetheart Calico, the seductive Indian woman who has stolen his heart, and takes her far from her native Montana plains to his own Minneapolis home,
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Community Resources STEM Club #22133 – Tuesday, April 28 #22134 – Tuesday, May 26 #22135 – Tuesday, June 23, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall C Facilitator: Tom Bauer Join us for an exploration into the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Past presentations have covered diverse topics such as Jet Engines, Astronomy, and Cardiac Function. Participants are invited to present and lead discussion on topics of special interest or experience for them. Registration encouraged. For more information, please visit: mathandscience.org/STEM. Free. Walk and Talk (Walking Club) Meets 1st and 3rd Wed of each month, 9:30am - 10:30am Location: Osage Park, Danville Facilitator: Sharon Wilson Please join Sharon Wilson for some walking and talking! We will meet at Osage Park at 816 Brookside Drive. Bring water and a walking stick, if preferred. Free. Writing Group Friday, April 3 – June 26, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Facilitator: Gordon Lindsay This group’s purpose is to give participants a weekly schedule for writing and provide support by writing in the same room together and is based on the Shut Up and Write Groups throughout the Bay Area. We’ll have approximately 10 minutes to chat about writing at the end of each session. We won’t share aloud and there will be no writing exercises. Registration not required. Free. LOCAL COMMUNITY RESOURCES Free Tax Preparation FREE TAX PREPARATION for the 2020 tax season will again be offered by Tax-Aide’s AARP sponsored program providing IRS certified tax counselors for Danville residents. The tax preparation service will be available at the Veteran’s Memorial Building of SRV. Tax counselors will be available from February 1 through April 15. Call 925-480-7202 for more information or to make an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. AARP Smart Driver 2-Day Course #22225 Thursday, April 30, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Thursday, May 7, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, Meeting Rooms ABC Instructor: Certified AARP Volunteer Instructor This course is designed for drivers 50 and older. Participants must attend both days to complete the course. The course 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.
Friday Senior Lunch Program Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall A The Danville Senior Center now proudly hosts a CC Café & Bistro senior lunch program every Friday. Lunch is served on Fridays at 12:00pm. Reservations must be made by noon on Thursday (24 hours prior) by calling (925) 314-3430. Suggested donation of $3.00 for those over 60 years of age. Each participant must fill out an intake form with information to participate. Menus are available at the Danville Senior Center or viewable online at www.danville.ca.gov/seniors In addition to the daily entrée, menu alternatives include a cheeseburger, a gardenburger, a chef’s salad, or a seafood salad. HICAP Counseling for Medicare Beneficiaries and their Families 4th Monday of each month, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Wednesdays, 8:45 am - 11:00 am and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room Instructor: Contra Costa County Staff/HICAP Counselors HICAP provides free and objective counseling and advocacy services for Medicare enrollment as well as issues involving Medicare and associated insurance programs. For an appointment, call (925) 602-4168. Free. Notary Public Services Mary Maki is available for notary services at the Senior Center by appointment only, Monday through Wednesday. Please call 925-683-2835 to make an appointment. Free. Discovery Counseling Services Location: 115A Town and Country Drive, Danville Discovery Counseling Center, Dr. Fran Rapoport, Ph.D. and Beverly Davis, AMFT, are available for individual and group counseling services. For an appointment, please call Dr. Fran (925) 837-0505, x314, or Beverly (925) 837-0505, x334. Welcome to Medicare Seminar #24441 - Sat, April 11, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm #24442 - Sat, May 9, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm #24443 - Sat, June 13, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall C & Meeting Room 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. Seminar on March 14 will meet at the Senior Center Meeting Room. Free.
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Town of Danville Senior Services 115 E. Prospect Avenue Danville, CA 94526
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID DANVILLE, CA PERMIT NO. 253
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Registration: March 11 (Residents); March 12 (Open Registration) View or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov/seniors or view a copy at any Town Office location. You can also register for all activities at www.danville.ca.gov/recguide. If you would like to learn how to register online, please contact the Danville Senior Center to set up an appointment. One of our staff members will assist you.
Silver Screen Movies Location:
Screening Room Movie Series Movies are shown on non-Silver Screen Fridays at the Danville Senior Center
Village Theatre
Community Hall A at 1:30 pm. FREE. Registration not required.
Movie Dates: 4/10,
Movie Dates: 4/3, 4/17 and 4/24. 5/1, 5/15, 5/22, and 5/29. 6/5, 6/12/ and 6/26.
5/8 and 6/19
FREE Movies are shown Fridays at 1:30 p.m.
In the Next Issue of the Silver Streak… • Patriotic Rock Painting
Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3430 to get a list of scheduled movies.
• Ice Cream Social
Registration is not required.
To join our Senior Movie mailing list, please send your email to seniors@danville.ca.gov.
• September is National Senior Center Month! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW.DANVILLE.CA.GOV/SENIORS