july/august 2011 silver streak newsletter

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Danville Senior Services

(925) 314-3490

A NEWSLETTER OF PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO OLDER ADULT RESIDENTS

INSIDESenior Sneakers Trips 2-4

Buzz Sessions 4-5

Book Club and Movies 6

Local Spotlight 7

Registration Form Insert

Classes 7-9

Creative Pursuits and

Fun & Games 9

Health & Wellness 10

Community Resources 11

Special Events 11

Senior Services 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.

Upcoming Meetings:WednesdaysJuly 27, 2011

October 26, 20114:00 p.m.

Town Meeting Hall

Registration Dates:June 15-Residents

June 16-Non-Residents

Town Requests Your Input Regarding Programs for New Senior Center

As you may have seen, construction on the Veterans Memorial Building is moving along nicely and the renovated building will include a portion that will be dedicated to service senior citizens as the Town’s Senior Center. The new Senior Center will consist of up to six rooms for senior citizen priority use which is three times as large as the previous facilities which house senior programs. With the anticipated opening of the Veterans Memorial Building fast approaching, the Town is interested in gathering information regarding the current and future needs of our senior citizens. In addition to programming ideas and needs, the survey will inquire about transportation needs, planned frequency of use, Senior Center memberships and communication.

In June, the Town will mail surveys to everyone on the Silver Streak mailing list. The Town would appreciate your time and effort to complete the survey and return it to the Danville Community Center at 420 Front Street. Surveys will be due at the beginning of July and results will be available for consideration at the July 27 Senior Issues Sub-committee meeting. The quarterly Sub-committee meeting will be held at the Town Meeting Hall at 4 p.m.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute LecturesThe Town of Danville Senior Services Division and Cal State University

East Bay (CSUEB) have partnered together to provide FREE lectures this summer. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) provides a learning environment for mature learners which fosters creativity, self-discovery and peer education. The lectures will feature exciting and challenging courses in the social sciences, arts and humanities, all presented by CSUEB emeritus faculty and other distinguished educators. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to learn something new! Look for information on this program inside the newsletter.

JULY/AUGUST 2011

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Senior Sneakers Trips

ACTIVITY LEVELSEach trip has an Activity Level. Plus, you must be able to walk six steep steps to board the bus. 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 walkingLEVEL 3: Moderate to heavy walkingLEVEL 4: Heavy amount of walking/standingLEVEL 5: Strenuous walking/hiking

If you aren’t sure where you fi t, give us a call at (925) 314-3490. Please let us know if you have any physical limitations prior to signing up for a trip so that we can accommodate your needs ahead of time.

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 at least five working days prior to the trip. You may elect to receive a credit on your account with no fees charged or a refund less a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds cannot be given for any reason for trips designated NON-REFUNDABLE..

Prices are subject to change due to enrollment changes.

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.

IMPORTANT

Explore, Learn and be Entertained!The Town of Danville’s Senior Sneakers program is a great way to make

new friends and get out and around the greater Bay Area. There’s always something new to see and learn. Either way, you will have a great time. Mail or drop off your registration form to the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville, CA 94526. Please include your email address on the registration form so the registrar’s office can email your receipt. The Community Center is conveniently located adjacent to the Danville Library. Danville resident registrations submitted prior to the first day of registration will be entered on Wednesday, June 15, at 8:30 a.m., and non-resident registrations will be processed on Thursday, June 16, at 8:30 a.m.

Phone registration will take place after the second day of registration. To register over the phone with a Visa, Master Card or American Express, please contact the Danville Community Center at (925) 314-3400. Trips will meet at the Danville Park & Ride lot (Sycamore Valley Boulevard) unless otherwise noted. Please note! The times listed for each Senior Sneaker trip are approximate. Staff will mail out a detailed checklist approximately one week before the trip with the exact meeting time. If you register shortly before the day of the trip, please request this information from the registrar’s office (Community Center front desk) at the time of registration.

Registration Priority: Due to the high demand of the Town’s 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. See registration form for additional information.


Senior Sneakers Trips

Trips for May and June Red Hawk Casino Tuesday, July 12, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Join us as we travel to Red Hawk Casino in Placerville to try your luck at the slots and tables for the day. Upon arrival you will receive a voucher for free game play. Cost: $27 resident; $32 non-resident. Price includes: transportation. Bring additional money for lunch on your own. Activity Level: 1-2

Bastille Day Celebration-Pans on Fire Cooking SchoolThursday, July 14, 2:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon celebrating “zee French.” Pans on Fire, a cooking school and kitchen store on Main Street in Pleasanton, will host our group of Francofiles with a cooking demo and wonderful lunch. The menu will be French inspired (mais oui!) in honor of Bastille Day. A representative from Nordstroms will provide a presentation on the secrets of scarf styling, one of the most important French femme accessories. Vive la France! Following the presentation, you will have time to shop in downtown Pleasanton. Cost: $60 resident; $72 non-resident. Price includes: transportation, cooking demonstration and meal prepared at Pans on Fire. Activity Level: 1-2

River Rafting on the American RiverThursday, July 21, 8:15 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Before embarking on the river, the group will enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch hosted by the All Outdoors Adventure Team. This white-water rafting adventure trip travels down the South Fork of the American River. The rafting trip is 12 miles long and begins at Camp Lotus. The first seven miles on the river are a Level 1 - whitewater “warm up.” The last five- mile-long stretch is a challenging Level 3 filled with whitewater rapids and excitement. We will stop for dinner on the way home. Cost: $147 resident; $176 non-resident (nonrefundable). Price includes: transportation, organized lunch and admission. Please bring money for dinner on your own. Activity Level: 5

Fresh Air, Farms and Ranches in Tuolumne County Saturday, July 30, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Once a year, the Farms of Tuolumne County open their gates and invite the public to visit a variety of locations. We will stop at the renowned, state-of-the-art Diestel Turkey Ranch, Hurst Ranch and Feed Store which has an old-West feel with an authentic train ride. We will have a barbeque lunch at Outlaws, in Sonora, then visit Indigeny Reserve, an apple cider distillery and llama farm. Cost: $68 resident; $82 non-resident. Price includes: transportation, tour fees and an organized lunch. Activity Level: 4-5

Meyers House and Garden Tour, Pier 29 Restaurant and Naval Air Station MuseumWednesday, August 3, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Alameda’s first and only house exhibit, the Meyers House, is a lovely example of Colonial Revival architecture. The house was built in 1897 by the architect, Jacob Meyer. Come learn about this fascinating historical house. We will have lunch at restaurant Pier 29 in Alameda while enjoying panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay. Following lunch, we will take a tour of the Naval Air Station museum, also located in Alameda. Cost: $49 resident; $59 non-resident. Price includes: transportation, tour and organized lunch. Activity Level: 3-4

Monterey Movie Tour and Lunch Wednesday, August 10, 8:00 a.m-5:30 p.m.

This spectacularly fun land tour begins in downtown Monterey, where you will visit such historic sites as Colton Hall, and the Fisherman’s Wharf area where several blockbuster movies were filmed. We will travel through historic Cannery Row that has been the setting for many movies over the years, including Clash by Night, Cannery Row and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. You will enjoy views of Monterey Bay, Pacific Grove and the area’s majestic coastline. The tour will meander through 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, where movies have used the beauty of the coastline for many of their notorious action scenes. We will visit The Lodge at Pebble Beach and the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links and travel through

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Senior Sneakers Trips & Buzz Sessions

the charming little hamlet of Carmel-by-the-Sea, a quaint little resort community. You will enjoy watching the actual scenes where movies were originally filmed from overhead monitors inside a luxury coach bus. The group will lunch in Pebble Beach at the Lodge’s legendary Tap Room restaurant, a favorite of golfers, superstars and regular visitors alike. There will be time for shopping at the Pebble Beach Lodge. Cost: $95 resident; $114 non-resident. Price includes: transportation, tour and lunch. Activity Level: 2-3

Orinda Water Treatment Plant and Water Shed Headquarters TourTuesday, August 23, 9:15 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

The Orinda Water Treatment Plant is operated by the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). The facility has the largest output of all EBMUD water treatment plants, with a capacity of 200 million gallons of water per day. We will tour the facility and learn more about the water treatment process. At the conclusion of the tour, the group will go to the Watershed Headquarters for a presentation on the watershed. The group will remain at the watershed for a picnic lunch in a beautiful setting under the trees catered by La Boulange of Danville. Cost: $31 resident; $37 non-resident. Price includes: transportation, tour of the Water Treatment Plant and Watershed Headquarters and an organized lunch. Activity Level: 2-3

Buzz SessionsWhat's the buzz on topics and issues facing today's older adults? Join us to talk with the experts. Buzz Sessions are FREE!

What the Heck is Improv?Thursday, July 7, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Trapped in a Rumor Improv Comedy members: Joe Saam, Jon Cordova, Bill Younger and Stacey Winn

Come out and meet the members of Trapped in A Rumor, Danville’s local improv comedy group! They will give a brief explanation of improv comedy, how improv is as a performance art and what the audience will experience. They will also explain and demonstrate the basic methodology of improv for their “audience”.

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Plan, Medicare and State ProgramsTuesday, July 12, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Representative

The presentation will discuss the Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage health plan with attendees and give them any other information that they request regarding general Medicare information.

Cell Phones SimplifiedThursday, July 21, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Kelsey Leaman and Joshua Fong, local teens

Now that you have a cell phone, are you wondering what you can do with it? Are you ready to surprise your family with some newly-acquired technical skills? In that case, this is the class for you. In this interactive class, you’ll be guided through the basics of cell phone use including how to make calls and answer calls. You’ll add to your skills the ability to put phone numbers into your contacts, retrieve messages, speed-dial and many of the other fun actions that can be puzzling and frustrating when you try to figure them out on your own.

How to Reduce Pain and Inflammation without DrugsTuesday, July 26, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Shannon Williams, CNC, owner Successful Health & Nutrition Planning

In this power-packed session, you’ll learn three simple steps you can take today that will boost your energy and performance now! Learn what inflammation is and why it makes you ache. Learn how inflammation contributes to arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, cardiovascular disease, and more. And finally, how good nutrition and alternative therapies allow your body to eliminate inflammation and recover efficiently.

Summer Gardening Tuesday, August 2, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Matt Akabane owner Tassajara Nursery

Matt will be giving a presentation on what you need

Monterey Movie Tour and Lunch (continued)


Buzz Sessions

to know about your garden right now- what’s in season, the new plants coming in, plus what to fertilize this time of year. He will provide a brief talk about vegetables and herbs. Finally, Matt will be able to answer all your gardening and landscaping questions in a question-and-answer period after the presentation. You will not want to miss this opportunity to get firsthand knowledge from the owner of Tassajara Nursery!

Mindful EatingSaturday, August 6, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Nathalie Berra-Miller

“Mindful eating is based in mindfulness and meditative principles.” These principles have been applied to Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction very successfully and can also be effectively applied to the way we eat. Mindful eating involves experiencing and being in the moment of eating, through all our senses and for all its enjoyment and nourishment. This is in contrast to judging ways of eating as either right or wrong. It can support life-long healthy eating and weight. Come hear about, discuss, and practice implementing mindful eating with Dr. Nathalie Bera-Miller, MD, a local Preventive and Bariatric Medicine physician.

Downsizing 101Tuesday, August 23, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Cynthia Nolan and Dee Vance, owners Carefree Moves

This presentation is for those who need to get organized or to clean out stuff! “Downsizing” experts will give a talk about the downsizing process which includes decision-making between what to keep/sell/donate/toss. Discussion will include the “how to” of accomplishing this and the sense of freedom it gives you, take away the fears and uncertainties of moving for those leaving a home they have lived in for a long time and downsizing, or for those moving to a retirement community. The discussion will also share some organizing and decorating tips.

Exercise to Get the Aches Out!Tuesday, August 30, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallPresenter: Brandi Geiger, MS Exercise Physiology, owner Fit, Mind & Body

Many aches and pains are due to tight muscles. Everybody has muscle tightness at some point in their life. We can stretch all we want, but we have to relieve the fascia to get a release. There are rollers and balls that you roll on to compress the fascia to give yourself a massage and increase your range of motion, as well as decrease pain. The tools can be used at home and are portable to carry on vacation as well. Brandi will demonstrate how you can roll yourself from foot to neck. Come learn how to empower yourself with the use of Trigger Point and help your body feel its best.

OLLI-Osher Lifelong Learning Institute PresentationsLincoln Beacher; The Man Who Owned the SkyTuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Frank Marrero, M.A. author, lecturer, Religion and Philosophy, JFKU

San Francisco-born Lincoln Beachey became a household name in the early years of the 20th century. Orville Wright labeled him ‘the flying fool.’ Beachey used the sky as his canvas and created a new art form – aerial aerobatics. Join OLLI for a rediscovery of a man once fêted and recognized as a national hero. Congress even proposed ‘Lincoln Beachey Day’ as a national holiday. Let Mr. Marrero show you how a reputation can soar and then descend. FREE

Travels Down UnderThursday, August 18, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Herbert Eder, Professor Emeritus of Geography, CSUEB

Take an OLLI virtual tour of the “lands down under” and experience Australia and New Zealand’s rich variety of natural and cultural landscapes. Travel with Professor Eder from Perth via the Indian-Pacific Railroad across the south to Adelaide and Melbourne. He will guide you with recent photographs, maps, and satellite images and offer a geographer’s analysis of the “Red Centre,” the Great Barrier Reef, the viticulture regions, and the urbanity of Sydney. Your journey ends in the beautiful north and south islands of New Zealand. Be prepared for a remarkable adventure--and get ready for your own possible “Travels Down Under!”

Excercise to Get the Aches Out! (continued)Summer Gardening (continued)


JULY BOOK

Freedom by Jonathan Franzen

In his first novel since The Corrections, Jonathan Franzen has given us an epic of contemporary love and marriage. Freedom comically and tragically captures the temptations and burdens of liberty, the thrills of teenage lust, the shaken compromises of middle-age, the wages of suburban sprawl, and the heavyweight of empire. In charting the mistakes and joys of Freedom’s characters as they struggle to learn how to live in an ever more confusing world, Franzen has produced an indelible and deeply moving portrait of our time.

(Meets: July 12)

AUGUST BOOK

Pearl of China by Anchee Min

In the small southern China town of Chin-kiang, in the last days of the 19th century, two young girls bump heads and become thick as thieves. Willow is the only child of a destitute family. Pearl is the headstrong daughter of Christian missionaries, and will grow up to become Pearl S. Buck, Nobel Prize-winning writer and activist. This unlikely pair become lifelong friends, confiding their beliefs and dreams, experiencing love and motherhood, and eventually facing civil war and exile. Pearl of China brings new color to the remarkable life of Pearl S. Buck, illuminated by the sweep of history and an intimate, unforgettable friendship.

(Meets: August 9)

looking for someone with whom to discuss the latest novel with? 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. We meet the second Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Town Meeting Hall. FREE!

Are you an avid reader,

Danville Senior Book Club

Silver Screen Movies Location: Village Theatre Movies are shown every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Village Theatre. Popcorn will be served. Licensing restrictions prohibit publishing the titles of scheduled movies. Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 to get a list of scheduled movies.

Book Club & Movies

July 1 - No Movie

July 8

July 15

July 22 – No Movie

July 29

August 5 - No Movie

August 12

August 19

August 26

No Pre-Registration Required

JULY BOOK AUGUST BOOK


Local Spotlight & Classes CLASSES LISTED ALPHABETICALLY

ClassesBallroom/Latin Dance ClassMondays, August 1-August 29 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Location: Danville Community CenterInstructor: Joallyn Bohn

Learn or improve on your ballroom dancing (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Swing, etc.). The object is to have fun and enjoy moving around the floor. A terrific way to get some good exercise and socialization. Singles as well as couples welcome. Everyone gets to dance. Cost: $65 resident; $78 non-resident.

Bridge GamesThursdays, September 15-December 159:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (No class on 11/24)Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak RoomInstructors: Judy Lowe, Bob Collins

These duplicate games are specifically designed for the intermediate player and are sanctioned by the ACBL. Bring your favorite partner or come single. Each week, there will be a 15-minute mini-lesson prior to playing. Cost: $62 resident; $74 non-resident.

Local Spotlight: Bette Lange

Born and raised in Oakland, Bette Lange moved to Danville in the early 1950’s. Her parents, aunt, uncle and three other couples moved from the Oakland hills to purchase property in Diablo. They built five homes in a circle, sharing a common pool area in the middle of the properties.

Bette married and raised two children, Julie and Jay. The kids attended St. Isidore’s and San Ramon Valley High School. Bette was always involved at the children’s schools by volunteering her time. It was about this time that Bette joined the Papaya Branch of Children’s Hospital Oakland, a local fundraising group. They held many great fundraising events at the Annual Danville Fair and Gordon Ball Estate. Bette made many lifelong friends through this group, including Bob & Jill Brennan and Dori Davi, now fellow Senior Sneaker participants.

In the 1980’s Bette went to work as a personal assistant to a prominent Oakland attorney. She spent the next 25 years managing her boss’ homes, planes, investment portfolio, travel

arrangements and day-to-day events.

Since Bette has been retired, she has enjoyed good health and is thankful for the luxury to travel and spend time with friends. Besides her extensive traveling, Bette enjoys her time at home with family and friends and her four grandchildren. She has a brother and two sisters in the area and many cousins. Bette is known for hosting family reunions of three generations to swim, barbeque and visit. She has also gathered together with her neighbors for 45 years of backyard socials.

A real priority in Bette’s life today is volunteering. She works one or two days a week at John Muir Hospital, drives for the American Cancer Society, taking patients for treatments, and assists with fundraising as a member of the Blackhawk Guild. Since being told she is a CMV donor (this blood type is designated to sick infants in need), Bette donates her blood every 56 days.

Bette loves Senior Sneaker trips, near and far. She says it’s a treat to sit on the bus, have the arrangements made and visit with friends. She often sees old friends on trips and has made many new friends. Some of the out-

of-state trips she has been on: white water rafting on the Colorado River, Sedona, Arizona, Park City, Utah and to the Monument Valley. Next time you’re on a Senior Sneaker trip look for Bette, you will always find her in the back of the bus. She says, “I look forward to many more Sneaker Trips!”


Classes CLASSES LISTED ALPHABETICALLY

Cane DoMondays, July 11-July 25 and August 1-August 29 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Bob Worthington

This is a specialized, senior self-defense training class incorporating the use of a walking cane. Class consists of 10-15 minutes of warm-up/lecture, and 45-50 minutes of training, where you will learn proper techniques that will include how to hold, twirl, strike, poke, jab and block. For those who depend on the cane for vertical (standing) support, self-defense techniques include those that can be performed in a sitting position. Please bring your own cane. Cost: $15 per monthly session

DancerciseWednesdays, July 6-August 3110:45 a.m.-11:35 a.m. Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Mei Mei Tsai

A variety of steps will be learned and combined to make a dance routine. This class is designed to be fun and to help people build strong minds and happy hearts. Cost: FREE

Korean DanceWednesdays, July 6-August 3111:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Mija Barron

This dance is a cultural dance. The Korean culture is learned through dance movement and steps. Cost: FREE

Luk Tung Kuen ExerciseWednesdays, July 6-August 3110:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: 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. Cost: FREE

Senior Aerobics Wednesdays, July 6-August 311:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sylvia Rodriguez

Improve your heart health with a group class that includes low-impact stretching and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel for floor exercises. Cost: $20

Senior Bocce Ball Thursdays, June 30-August 18 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Bocce Courts Volunteer Instructors: George Momaney and Spike Leonard

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. Cost: $20 resident; $24 non-resident.

Senior YogaMondays, September 12-December 1211:00 a.m-12:15 p.m.Mondays, September 12-December 12,12:30 p.m-1:45 p.m.Wednesdays, September 14-December 148:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.(no class on December 7)Location: Mondays—Town Meeting HallWednesdays—Danville Community CenterInstructor: 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 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. Cost for classes on Mondays, is $133 resident; $160 non-resident and on Wednesdays is $124 resident; $149 non-resident.


Classes CLASSES LISTED ALPHABETICALLY

StretchingTuesdays/Thursdays, July 5-July 28 and August 2-August 30 3:45 p.m.-4:45 p.m. Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sylvia Rodriguez

Workout includes stretching exercises to improve posture, range of motion, coordination and balance. Bring a mat or towel. Cost: $20 per monthly session

Tai Gi Wednesdays, July 6-August 319:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sulina Wong

Learn a popular cultural dance with body movement, balance control, muscle coordination and stretches. Cost: FREE

The Auteur: Film Criticism & InterpretationWednesdays, September 7-November 23(No class 9/14, 9/28 and 10/26)Location: Library, Mount Diablo RoomInstructor: Kit Fisher

Who are the great filmmakers of today or the recent past? Why are they good? Script, dialogue, narrative style, production values, music, cinematography and art direction will be evaluated. Six to ten directors and their films will be viewed and analyzed. Cost: $15

ZumbaMondays, July 11-August 29, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Thursdays, July 14-August 25, 6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center (Mondays) Town Meeting Hall (Thursdays)Instructor: Betsey Syms

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. Cost: $20 per monthly session

Creative Pursuits and Fun & Games

Unstructured GamesThere is no structured play, and no guarantee there will be people in attendance. FREEBridge (Drop-In): Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Chinese Mah Jongg; Mondays, 2:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m.American Mah Jongg Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

If you are interested in volunteering your time to teach lessons for any of the games listed above, contact Jane Laris (925) 314-34658 or [email protected]

One-on-One Computer Tutoring:Tuesdays, appointment times: 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.Thursdays , appointment times: 9:30a.m. and 11:30a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall, Conference RoomVolunteer Instructor: Ed Bader (Tuesdays), Stefan Rubendall and Chuck Bieneman (Thursdays)

What You Wanted to Know About Computers But Were Afraid to Ask. Questions on Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA, System 7 Operating Systems, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet browsing using Internet Explorer, backing up files, copying and pasting files and/or pictures to external media, attaching files or pictures to e-mail, and configuring new laptops, are welcome at all sessions If you have an appointment regarding your e-mail account, please bring your e-mail address and password login information. Students may bring their own laptop or a laptop with Windows XP will be provided for use during your appointment. Schedule an appointment by calling (925) 314- 3400. Pre-registration required at least a week in advance. Cost: $2/per tutoring appointment (non-refundable)

Digital Photo FunOffered by appointment only30-Minute IncrementsLocation: Town Meeting Hall, Conference RoomInstructor: John Rairigh

Bring your digital camera for one-on-one instruction and basic editing skills to make photo products such as cards, calendars, books, etc. These appointments are free and can be scheduled by calling Senior Services (924) 314-3490.


Creative Pursuits and Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness Programs For Seniors

Hiking ClubThe Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) is open to

adults ages 55 and up. The group will set out from the Danville Park-n-Ride (next to the 680 Northbound-Sycamore Valley freeway on-ramp) on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 8:45 a.m. and return about 1:00 p.m. 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. Trailheads are reached via carpools; passengers are asked to make a donation of 10 cents/mile to the driver. If you think that you are physically active and want to join us for a hike, contact Jenn Overmoe, Program Coordinator, (925) 314-3491 or email [email protected].

Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP)Wednesdays, July 13 and August 10Tuesdays, July 26 and August 23Location: Danville Community Center

HICAP offers free counseling services to anyone on Medicare or at least 60 years old. Counselors help clients with Medicare bills and guide seniors through the appeal process if benefits are denied. Counselors also compare policies. Appointments are available the 2nd Wednesdays and 4th Tuesdays of each month. For an appointment, call 314-3400.

Free Blood Pressure Screening1st and 3rd Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.Location: Danville Community Center

Seniors can drop in at the Community Center for a free blood-pressure screening provided by John Muir Senior Services. No appointments necessary.

Free Insurance CounselingOffered by appointment only30-minute IncrementsLocation: Town Meeting HallVolunteer Counselor: Leonard Bowe

Ever have questions for your insurance agent but were afraid to ask? Worry no more! Please call Senior Services for a free, by-appointment-only session with a retired insurance agent. Leonard Bowe will help you with auto, homeowners, and life insurance, as well as any other general insurance questions you might have. These appointments are free and can be scheduled by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490.

Free Memory ScreeningLocation: Town Meeting Hall, Conference Room

There are many reasons for memory loss, from simple age-related decline to more serious conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. Many times, memory loss can be improved by medical treatment. Early diagnosis and intervention provides the best outcome. Meet experts who will provide informational materials. Seniors can schedule an appointment for memory screening provided by Caring Solutions by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490. Appointments last approximately 20 minutes and will be scheduled on July 25 and August 22 between 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Please call to schedule an appointment.

Welcome to Medicare SeminarSaturday, July 9 and August 13 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (please sign up for only one session)

Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Contra Costa County Staff or HICAP Counselors

A workshop for those new to Medicare. You will learn about Parts A, B, C & D and the benefits they offer. Learn ways to supplement Medicare using a Medigap or Medicare Advantage plan and how to select a Part D prescription drug plan. Extensive materials provided. Registration required. FREE


Community Resources

Adult/Senior Resource GuideThe Active Adult Resource Guide is available on the Town of

Danville's website www.danville.ca.gov, or call the Senior Services office to have a copy mailed to you (925-314-3490).

Local Community Resources for SeniorsChinese American Senior CenterTuesdays, 1:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m.Location: Pleasant Hill Senior Center

Enjoy Tai-Chi, Chinese arts and crafts, cooking and Chinese writing. Contact Chia-Chia Chien at (925) 362-3651.

Danville Senior Citizens ClubEvery Monday, 9:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.Location: Danville Community Center

Bingo, Mah-Jongg, and more. Free drop-in bridge lessons available from 9:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m. New members always welcome! $12 for one year. Contact Patricia Graber at (925) 443-0268.

Danville “Primetime”Sponsored by Community Presbyterian ChurchEvery Tuesday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (Closed through August 31)Location: Danville Community Presbyterian Church, 222 West El Pintado

Activities include mahjong, bridge, enameled copper jewelry, ceramics, watercolor painting, English Hand Bells, free manicures, blood pressure checks, holiday/birthday celebrations, and bi-monthly entertainment. Complimentary morning snacks are served as well as a home-cooked meal at noon for $4. Rides are provided by County Connection Link for $4 round trip; call Gloria Andres at (925) 837-5229. If you have any questions or would like to be on the mailing list, call Rosy Steele at (925) 552-9675.

St. Isidore’s “Young at Heart”Third Tuesday, 11:15 a.m.-2:00 p.m.Location: St. Isidore’s, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville

Mass in Ministry Center at 11:15 a.m. is optional. Lunch is at 11:45 a.m. at no charge; non-profit bingo follows. Reservations appreciated. Please call Joan Signer at (925) 820-4447.

Seniors BridgeEvery Friday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (No bridge games on July 22)Location: Town Meeting HallCost is $1 per person, per day.

Call coordinator Bill Iles (925) 216-1203 for reservations or email him at [email protected] Experienced players only please.

Special EventsPre-registration required for all special events.

Please call 314-3400 to register.

Dance and Dessert Socials Friday, July 15, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. andFriday, August 5, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Location: Danville Community Center

Back by popular demand! Dance instructor Colin Dickie, will host a night full of entertainment that should not be missed. Feet will be tapping and skirts twirling as big band favorites are played. During intermission, Colin will provide a lesson on how to dance the Tango (July dance) and the Waltz (August dance). Light refreshments will be provided. Cost: $5 (per dance/dessert social)

Silverliners PerformanceTuesday, August 23, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Location: Village Theatre

The Silverliners will present their rendition of the Broadway show “Guys and Dolls.” The show about racetracks touts, Rialto louts and activities in Times Square, opened in 1950 and has been acclaimed the best musical comedy of all time. The Silverliners is a musical group of former community theater veterans and music professionals who have performed at senior and assisted living centers for the past ten years. Take a step back in time while enjoying the performance. Cost: FREE


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DANVILLE, CAPERMIT NO. 253

Town of DanvilleSenior Services420 Front StreetDanville, CA 94526

Visit the Town of Danville on the Web: www.danville.ca.govDanville Senior Services (925) 314-3490

Registration Registration begins for

Danville residents, Wednesday, June 15 at 8:30 a.m., and for non-residents on Thursday, June 16 at 8:30 a.m. Registration forms can be dropped off or mailed to the Danville Community Center at 420 Front Street, Danville, CA 94526. All resident registrations submitted prior to the first day of registration will be entered on Wednesday, June 15, with no priority given. Non-resident registration will begin on Thursday, June 16. Phone registration will take place after the second day of registration.

Please call (925) 314-3400 with any questions.

Volunteers Wanted!

Share Your Interests! Do you have a unique skill or hobby? Do you love to travel? Do you have a

special craft? The Town of Danville is looking for seniors who are interested in providing short and informal presentations about personal hobbies or interests. This is a great way to share your abilities with others in the Danville Community. If you are interested in sharing your hobby with a small group, please contact Senior Services Coordinator, Jenn Overmoe at (925) 314-3491 or [email protected].

Volunteer opportunities are also available for driving seniors to appointments, leading walks, facilitating book clubs, organizing card games such as Bunco or Mah-Jongg, or help with office work such as filing, answering calls, mailings, and helping with monthly special events. Contact Jane Laris at (925) 314-3465 or [email protected] for more information.

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 7 (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.

Priority (1-7)

Participant Initials

SENIOR SNEAKER TRIPS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Rank trip choices using 1 as first choice through 7 for last choice in the Priority Column

Red Hawk Casino

Barcode: 23388

Tuesday,

July 12 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

R $27

NR $32

Bastille Day Celebration

Barcode: 23391

Thursday,

July 14 2:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

R $ 60

NR $72

River Rafting

Barcode: 23389

Thursday,

July 21 8:15 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

R $147

NR $176

Farms of Tuolumne County

Barcode: 23396

Saturday,

July 30 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

R $68

NR $82

Meyers House/Naval Air Museum

Barcode: 23397

Wednesday,

August 3 9:00 a.m.-4;00 p.m.

R $49

NR $59

Monterey Movie Tour

Barcode: 23390

Wednesday,

August 10 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

R $95

NR $114

Orinda Water Treatment Plant

Barcode: 23399

Tuesday,

August 23 9:15 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

R $31

NR $37

Register (X)


SPECIAL EVENTS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Dance/Dessert Social

Barcode: 21191

Friday,

July 15 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $5

Dance and Dessert Social

Barcode: 21190

Friday,

August 5 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $5

Silverliners Performance

Barcode: 23332

Tuesday,

August 23 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. FREE

Register (X)


BUZZ SESSIONS & OLLI Date Time

(approximate) Fee

What the Heck is Improv?

Barcode: 23322

Thursday

July 7 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Free

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage

Barcode:23317

Tuesday,

July 12 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Free

Cell Phones Simplified

Barcode: 23319

Thursday,

July 21 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free

How to Reduce Pain Without Drugs

Barcode: 23315

Tuesday,

July 26 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Free

Summer Gardening

Barcode: 23320

Tuesday,

August 2 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Free

Mindful Eating

Barcode: 23318

Saturday,

August 6 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Free

Downsizing 101

Barcode: 23321

Tuesday,


Exercise to Get the Aches Out

Barcode: 23324

Tuesday,


Register (X)


CLASSES/ACTIVITIES Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Ballroom/Latin Dance

Barcode: 22933 Mondays, 8/1-8/29

6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. R $65

NR $78

Bridge Games

Barcode: 22914

Thursdays, 9/15-12/15 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

R $62 NR $74

Cane-Do –July

Barcode: 23357

Mondays, 7/11-7/25 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $15

TOTAL FEES Page 1

Register (X)


CLASSES/ACTIVITIES - Continued

Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Cane-Do –August

Barcode: 23358

Mondays, 8/1-8/29 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $15

Dancercise

Barcode: 23351

Wednesdays,

7/6-8/31 10:45 a.m.- 11:35 a.m. Free

Korean Dance

Barcode: 23352

Wednesdays,

7/6-8/31 11:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free

Luk Tung Kuen

Barcode: 23350

Wednesdays,

7/6-8/31 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Free

Senior Aerobics

Barcode: 23360

Wednesdays,

7/6-8/31 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. $20

Senior Bocce

Barcode: 22864

Thursdays,

6/30-8/18 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

R $20

NR $24

Senior Yoga-Mondays

Barcode: 23365

Mondays,

9/12-12/12 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

R $133

NR $160

Senior Yoga-Mondays

Barcode: 23366

Mondays,

9/12-12/12 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

R $133

NR $160

Senior Yoga-Wednesdays

Barcode: 23364 Wednesdays, 9/14-12/14

8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. R $124

NR $149

Stretching—July Barcode: 23022

Tues/Thurs. 7/5-7/28

3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. $20

Stretching—August

Barcode: 23023 Tues/Thurs.

8/2-8/30 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. $20

Tai Gi

Barcode: 23349 Wednesdays,

7/6-8/31 9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m Free

The Auteur: Film Criticism

Barcode: 23369 Wednesdays,

9/7-11/23 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. $15

Zumba-Mondays

Barcode: 22702 Mondays, 7/11-8/29

4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $20

Zumba-Thursdays

Barcode: 22704

Thursdays,

7/14-8/25 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m. $20

Register (X)


HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Welcome to Medicare

Barcode: 20958 Saturday,

July 9 10:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Free

Welcome to Medicare

Barcode: 20959 Saturday, August 13

10:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Free

Lincoln Beacher

Barcode: 23403 Tuesday,

July 19 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Free

Travels Down Under

Barcode: 23404 Tuesday,

August 18 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Free

TOTAL FEES Page 1 + 2

If you wish to register by mail, please fill out the form and mail with payment to: Danville Community Center

Attn: Class Registrations, 420 Front St., Danville, CA 94526. Checks payable to “Town of Danville”

(Circle One): Check Cash (exact amount) MasterCard Visa AMEX

Name:_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________Zip:_____________Phone:__________________

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