MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 8:15 Gents & A Cuppa Joe 9:30 Bridge Lessons 10:30 Solstice Writers 12:30 Needlers & Fiber Arts Club 1:00 Mah Jongg Lessons-Beginners 3:00 Support Group for Caregivers for folks with Memory Loss

2 1:00 PWR!Moves - in Calistoga

2:00 Tai Chi - in Calistoga 9:00 Walking Group 9:30 Care-Provider Orientation: En Español Napa IHSS Depart. 12:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 Mah Jongg & Table Games 1:15 Current Events with Henry

5 9:30 French Club 10:00 A Matter of Balance - #1 of 8 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:15 Aspects of Spirituality - #3 of 8 3:00 Autobiography Writing 4:30 Great Decisions Session - #3 of 7

6 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 10:00 Amistad y Apoyo 10:30 Tai Chi 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12 - 1 Senior Resource Specialist 3:00 Readers’ Theater 4:00 Techno Tuesday: Computers 4:30 Great Decisions Session- #3 of 7

7 9:30 Brain Fitness Workout 11:00 Memory Screenings - By appt.

1:10 PWR!Moves for Parkinson’s 3:00 Care Provider Orientation: Napa County IHSS Department 4:00 Rianda House Artist Reception

8 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 8:15 Gents & A Cuppa Joe 9:30 Bridge Lessons 10:30 Solstice Writers 12:30 Needlers & Fiber Arts Club 1:00 Mah Jongg Lessons-Beginners 3:30 Parkinson’s Support Group

91:00 PWR!Moves - in Calistoga

2:00 Tai Chi - in Calistoga 9:00 Walking Group

9:30 Sweet Mindfulness Meditation 12:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 Mah Jongg & Table Games 1:15 Current Events with Henry

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10:00 Current Events - in Calistoga 9:30 French Club 10:00 A Matter of Balance #2 of 8 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:15 Aspects of Spirituality - #4 of 8 3:00 Autobiography Writing 4:30 Great Decisions Session- #4 of 7

13 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 10:00 Amistad y Apoyo 10:30 Tai Chi 10:30 Victim Services Advocate 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12 - 1 Senior Resource Specialist 3:00 Readers’ Theater 4:00 Techno Tuesday: Computers 4:30 Great Decisions Session- #4 of 7

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9:30 Brain Fitness Workout 1:10 PWR!Moves for Parkinson’s

Happy Valentine’s Day

15 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 8:15 Gents & A Cuppa Joe 9:30 Bridge Lessons 10:30 Solstice Writers

12:30 Needlers & Fiber Arts Club 3:00 Support Group for Caregivers

- for folks with Memory Loss

3:00 “Valentine’s Day Poetry, Music & English Tea” with Nancy & Friends – at the Methodist Church

16 1:00 PWR!Moves - in Calistoga

2:00 Tai Chi - in Calistoga 9:00 Walking Group 12:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 Mah Jongg & Table Games 1:15 Current Events with Henry

19 Rianda House is closed in honor of

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7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 10:00 Amistad y Apoyo 10:30 Tai Chi 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12 - 3 Health Insurance Counseling 3:00 Readers’ Theater 4:00 Techno Tuesday: Cell Phones 4:30 Great Decisions Session- #5 of 7

21 11:00 Lunch & Learn in Calistoga: OLE Health, Presenter Priscilla Gonzales, CEO

9:30 Brain Fitness Workout 1:10 PWR!Moves for Parkinson’s 3:00 History of Napa Valley: “Oat Mill Mine Trails”

22 7:30 Strength Training – Presby. Church 8:15 Gents & A Cuppa Joe 9:30 Bridge Lessons 10:30 Solstice Writers 12:30 Needlers & Fiber Arts Club

23 1:00 PWR!Moves - in Calistoga 2:00 Tai Chi - in Calistoga 9:00 Walking Group 12:00 Lunch Bunch - Feb. Birthdays 1:00 Mah Jongg & Table Games 1:15 Current Events with Henry

26 10:00 Current Events - in Calistoga 9:30 French Club 10:00 A Matter of Balance - #3 of 8 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:15 Aspects of Spirituality - #5 of 8 3:00 Autobiography Writing 4:30 Great Decisions Session - #6 of 7

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7:30 Strength Training - Presby. Church 10:00 Amistad y Apoyo 10:30 Tai Chi 12:00 Lunch Bunch 12 - 1 Senior Resource Specialist 3:00 Readers’ Theater 4:30 Great Decisions Session- #6 of 7

28 9:30 Brain Fitness Workout 1:10 PWR!Moves for Parkinson’s 10:00 Medicare Fundamentals with a HICAP Counselor 4:00 Rianda House Winemakers Informational Meeting

Rianda House Activity C a l e n d a r ~ FEBRUARY 2018 1475 Main Street, St. Helena ~ Monday thru Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm www.riandahouse.org (707) 963-8555

Save The Date :

“DNA Lecture Series” Led by Kelley Wheaton: 4-wk class, Weds., Mar. 7 - 28, 10:00 - noon

“History of Spanish Dancing” with Sara de Luis: Wed., Mar. 14, 3:00 pm

History of Napa Valley Series - “Pioneer Families of Calistoga:” Wed., Mar. 21, 3:00 pm

“Diabetes Class” Led by Catherine Haag from St Helena Hosp.: Thurs., Mar. 15, 1:00-2:30 pm

“The SAVVY Caregivers” Series with Alzheimer's Assoc.: Thurs., Mar. 22 - Apr. 26, 1 - 3 pm

Disaster Preparedness Series - “Caring for your Pets:” Wed., Mar. 28, 3:00 pm

Enjoy a nutritious meal with friends Monday, Tuesday & Friday at Noon

Call Rianda House to make reservations the day before your meal: 963-8555

Call Meals on Wheels (707) 253-6111

Jan. 8 - Feb. 28

Rianda House Art Gallery Features:

“Garden Girls” Jennifer & Anne

Garden

Artist Reception Feb. 7

Come and meet the volunteer team to learn how they make delicious Rianda House Red!

Wednesday, February 28

4:00 pm at Rianda House

Rianda House Senior Activity Center is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization funded solely by grants, fundraisers, contributions and volunteer support. Your contributions of any type are much appreciated and help us provide these enriching UpValley programs and resource services.

1475 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574 (707) 963-8555 www.riandahouse.org

C u r i o u s M i n d s O f A l l A g e s W e l c o m e !

Rianda House Art Gallery Features “Garden Girls” by Jennifer & Anne Garden: Exhibit runs from Jan. 8 - Feb. 28. Artist Reception: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Artists Talk at 4:30 pm. Anne Garden: painter and printmaker & Jennifer Garden: letterpress printer Bluestocking Broadsides presents a group of five “posters,” a collaboration between the two sisters, Jennifer and Anne. Anne and Jennifer have created a series of limited-edition, signed and numbered silkscreen and letterpress broadsides of edible plants. Jen-nifer created and printed imaginative text with help on two broadsides by the local writer, Carrie Pickett. Anne created the imagery all exe-cuted in St. Helena at Jennifer’s Bluestocking Press. Also in this exhibit are Anne’s mixed-media pieces on the subject of Apis Mellifera, the honeybee. Anne uses prints, drawings, paint, and encaustic, a medium combining beeswax and varnish, to create layered imagery that she hopes will engage the viewer. Anne's concern with honeybee health, and her fascination with the complex honeybee lifecycle and society, has propelled this series. RSVP appreciated. Mah Jongg Lessons for Beginners: Thursdays, February 1 & 8,1:00 - 2:30 pm. Instructor: Susan De Lucca. Mah Jongg is a challenging, interesting and fun tile game that originated in China. This is a series of 3 lessons for beginner players to learn the basics about the American version of Mah Jongg. $45 for the full session or $15 per session. Please call Elizabeth to sign-up, 963-8555, ext. 103. A Matter of Balance Series-Instructors Kris Coryell & Paul Trette: Mon., Feb. 5 - Apr. 2 (except 2/19, MLK Holiday) 10:00 am -12:00. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program is free for those willing to commit to at least 5 of the 8 sessions. Seats fill fast, register today. Call Elizabeth at 963-8555, ext.103. This program is sponsored by Area Agency on Aging. Sweet Mindfulness Meditation!”- Friday, Feb. 9, 9:30 - 10:30 am. Make your meditation your personal and invaluable Senior Valentine. Dr. James Keolker, master teacher, offers the only Napa Valley meditation classes specifically for seniors. Must Pre-register. Valentine’s Day Poetry, Music and English Tea: Thurs., Feb. 15, 3:00 pm. “Love is Here to Stay.” Join us for an afternoon of Poetry, Music and English Tea. Nancy Morrell and John Sullivan will read love poems and Terry Winn and Nancy Garden will play piano duets by Gershwin and Bernstein. $5 Donation appreciated. Held at the Methodist Church, 1310 Adams Street, St. Helena. Napa Valley History Series 2018 - ” Wed., Feb. 21, 3:00 pm. The Oat Hill Mine, also known as Napa Consolidated Mine, produced the largest amount of quicksilver in Napa County. The mine was constructed in 1876 and operated sporadically until the mid-1980s, when it was disabled for safety reasons. In 1892-1893, the road from Calistoga to Pope Valley was completed, one fork leading to Aetna Springs Resort, another to the Oat Hill Mine. This road is now the popular Oat Hill Mine hiking trail. Presentation will be held at the Calistoga Community Center,1307 Washington St., Calistoga. RSVP appreciated. Medicare Fundamental Class” with HICAP: Tues., Feb. 28, 10:00 am. Attend this comprehensive educational seminar to receive a de-tailed understanding of Part A, Part B, Part D, Advantage Plans, Penalties, Timelines and more. RSVP is appreciated.

Short-Term Classes & Workshops: Pre-Registration REQUIRED - 963-8555 Free, unless noted to cover instructor and material

Autobiography Writing: Mondays, 3:00-5:00 pm, Jan., 22 - May 7 (No classes Mar. 5, 19 & 26.) Professor Ana Manwaring teaches this Napa Valley College course for beginning or seasoned writers. Get the tools needed to shape stories from the rich, raw materials of your life. A NVC no credit /no fee class. Aspects of Spirituality: Mondays, Jan. 22 - Mar.19, 1:15 - 3:00 pm. Theresa Meyer facilitates this insightful, informal and educational 8-week seminar. Participants discuss varying topics gathered from thought-provoking books. Each seminar discusses topics from a different book. $40 per seminar for instructor fee, payable at first class. Becoming Wise: An Inquiry into the Mystery and Art of Living, by Krista Tip-pett (can be special-ordered from any bookstore or ordered online). Techno Tuesdays: Team up one-on-one with a tech-savvy tutor to learn the basic functions of your personal device. Laptops & Tablets: 1st & 2nd Tuesdays, Feb. 6 & 13, 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Taught by RLS Middle School students. Cell Phone 101: 3rd Tues., Feb 20, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Taught by PUC College Prep. students.

One-Time Events: RSVP always appreciated - 963-8555. Attendance free, unless noted to cover instructor and material fees.

En Español: Amistad y Apoyo (Friendship & Support) Bienvenido a todo el mundo! Amistad y Apoyo en St. Helena: Cada martes de las 10 hasta las 11:30. Un programa para que las personas mayores se unan para ofrecer amistad, diversión y apoyo. Grupo liderado por educadores profesionales que proporcionan discusiones de grupo sobre la salud física y emocional. Los temas varían mensualmente - el tema de este mes: Salud Emocional. Prequntas? Llamar Lizzet Castillo, con Healthy Minds Healthy Aging: (707) 299-1884.

FEB. 20l8

Great Decisions Seminar: The longest-running civic educational program devoted to US foreign affairs comes to Rianda House, again! This 7-week series uses the ‘Great Decisions 2018 Briefing Book’ textbook by the Foreign Policy Assoc. Each session, students will discuss a different global issue that shapes US foreign policy. The seminar is facilitated by John Wilson, professional economist whose 30+ year career spans finance, academics & government. SORRY folks, it’s already full!

Brain Fitness Workout: Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:00 am. Join the fun, give your brain a workout and be proactive with your brain health. Learn helpful memory tips that are innovative, fun and reflect the latest in brain science. This highly interactive and uplifting class is led by Jill Wood, MSW from Collabria Care (707) 258- 9087, ext. 250. Collabria Fee: $5 per workout. Bridge Lessons: Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am. Advanced beginners and intermediate level, with Randi Montin. Pre-registration required. Call Randi: (707) 253-2132. There is a $20, per class, instructor fee. Current Events: Fridays, 1:15 - 3:15 pm. Explore challenging topics and discuss current events with retired History Professor, Henry Michalski. $5 each class / $60 for full session for instructor fee. Drop-ins welcome! Duplicate Bridge: Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00 pm. For intermediate and advanced players. To sign-up, call Wendy: (707) 321-4707. French Club: Mondays, 9:30 - 11:00 am. Self-guided discussions in French. All ability levels welcome, drop-ins welcome. Gents & A Cuppa Joe: Thursdays, 8:15 - 9:15 am. Calling all gents: Come share “A Cuppa Joe,” swap stories and experiences with friends and neighbors. Call Carroll Cotten for details: (707) 967-9845. Mah Jongg and Table Games: Fridays, 1:00 - 3:30 pm. Mah Jongg is played at the beginner level. We’ve got gobs of games! Bring your friends and start up a game like Dominoes, Canasta, Chess or Pinochle. Needlers & Fiber Arts Club: Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:00 pm. A casual, encouraging, inspiring, fun and helpful handicraft circle. Some materials available. All levels welcome! Anyone with spare materials are encouraged to donate to the Needlers Club! PWR!Moves: Wednesdays, 1:10 - 2:15 pm. This movement class is for those living with Parkinson’s Disease, Essential Tremor or balance issues. The movements are designed to increase strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and posture. The goal is to enhance motor, cognitive and emotional functions and daily quality of life. Funded by The Parkinson's Foundation! Led by Joan Comendant, a certified PWR!Moves and Senior Exercise Trainer. Readers’ Theater: Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Read and act out funny, poignant and playful skits published by, “Senior Readers Theater.” Call B.J. Hopgood for details: (707) 341- 3425. Solstice Writers’ Group: Thursdays, 10:30 - 12:30 am. Experienced writers who concentrate on poetry and short stories. They are serious, honest and constructive when critiquing work, yet still have lots of fun. Bring 15 copies of your work to share. Class closed at this time. Call to inquire about attendance availability. $5 weekly donation. Will be back February 1. Strength Training: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 am. Enhance muscle strength and tone - all levels welcome. Taught by Kathy Carrick. Class held at Presbyterian Church - 1428 Spring Street, St. Helena. $5 per workout. Tai Chi: Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 am. Tai Chi is a combination of slow, meditative movements that aid relaxation, balance, stress reduction and posture, giving you an effective total-body workout. Generously funded by several community donors. Led by Joan Comendant, a certified Senior Exercise Trainer. Weekly Walking Group: Fridays, 9:00 - 11:00 am. This is a no-cost exercise program for adults with beginning-to-intermediate fitness levels. Call to RSVP, ext. 103 and ask any questions about the walking route. Weather permitting.

Rianda House | 1475 Main St, St. Helena, CA 94574 | www.riandahouse.org | (707) 963-8555 FEB. 2017

Rianda House Lunch Bunch: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays: Noon - 1 pm. Join us for weekly meals and welcoming casual social time. Suggested $3.00 donation for 60+ and $6.75 if under 60. RSVP the day before: (707) 963-8555. Is your birthday this month? Join us for Birthday Celebration Day: February 23, Noon - 1pm. RSVP: (707) 963-8555.

Meals On Wheels / Senior Nutrition of Napa Valley makes weekday deliveries to UpValley homebound individuals of all ages. Suggested donation: $3.50 per meal. For more information and sign-up, call Meals On Wheels: (707) 253-6111.

Lunch Bunch & Meals on Wheels

In Calistoga: Current Events with Lorne - 2nd & 4th Mondays, February 12 & 26, 10:00 - 11:30 am. Explore challenging topics and discuss current events in this casual discussion group facilitated by College History Professor, Lorne Glaim. Co-sponsored by Rianda House and City of Calistoga. In Calistoga: Lunch & Learn - 3rd Wednesday, February 21, 11:00 - 1:30 pm. Join us each month for these informative and social meetings. Co-sponsored by Calistoga Rec. Dept., Rianda House, St. Helena Hospital & UpValley Family Center. To RSVP call Elena at (707) 341-3185. Funded by a generous Napa Valley Vintner’s grant. Topic: OLE Health, Presented by Priscilla Gonzales, Chief Experience Officer. In Calistoga: PWR!MOVES - Fridays, 1:00 - 2:00 pm. This movement class is for those living with Parkinson’s Disease, Essential Tremor or balance issues. Designed to increase strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and posture with a goal to enhance motor, cognitive and emotional functions to enhance daily quality of life. Led by Joan Comendant, a certified PWR!MOVES and Senior Exercise Trainer. Program funded by the National Parkinson’s Foundation. In Calistoga: Tai Chi - Fridays, 2:00 - 3:00 pm. Tai Chi is a combination of slow meditative movements that aid relaxation, balance, stress reduction and posture, giving you an effective total-body workout. Led by Joan Comendant, a certified trainer.

Weekly & Monthly Classes in Calistoga: Calistoga Community Center, 1307 Washington St. Attendance is free, unless noted.

Weekly & Monthly Classes in St. Helena: Drop-ins Welcome. Attendance is free, unless noted.

Caregiver Consultations & Memory Screenings with Collabria Care: 1st Wednesday, Feb. 7, 11:00 - 1:00 pm. Call Jill Wood at Collabria Care: (707) 258-9087, ext. 250 to pre-schedule your free, confidential appointment. Care Provider Orientations by In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS): IHSS Care Providers provide personal and domestic care to local aged and disabled individuals. Attend a free orientation to learn how to become a paid IHSS Care Provider and join the IHSS referral registry list. Call Napa County Public Authority to pre-register (707) 259-8359. Monthly Orientations at Rianda House: In English - 1st Wed., Feb. 7, 3 - 5 pm. En Español - 1st Fri., Feb. 2, 9:30 - 11:30. Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program - HICAP: 3rd Tuesday each month, Feb. 20, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Meet with a Medicare benefits and insurance specialist for an individual counseling session. These one-hour sessions are offered free of charge. Appointments must be pre-scheduled. Call HICAP: (707) 526-4108. Parkinson’s Support Group & Information meetings: 2nd Thursday each month, Feb. 8, 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Appropriate for individuals with Parkinson’s disease or for anyone who cares for someone with Parkinson’s. Bob Winters is the meeting facilitator. Meetings will offer guest speakers, support resources and information, as well as an opportunity to provide individual support for each other. Senior Resource Specialist: Tuesdays, Noon - 1:00 pm. Need help finding the right resource? Receive one-on-one bilingual guidance to help you receive supportive senior services to match your individual needs. Pre-schedule your meeting by calling (707) 299-1884 to speak with Lizzet Castillo, Resource Specialist, from Healthy Minds Healthy Aging. This no-cost service is provided by Area Agency On Aging & Mentis. Support Group for Caregivers of Folks with Memory Loss: 1st & 3rd Thursdays, Feb. 1 & 15, 3:00 - 4:30 pm. For persons who care for others with memory loss. Drop-ins welcome. For more details, call either Alzheimer’s Association (707) 573-1210 or Collabria Care (former NV Hospice & Adult Day Services), (707) 258-9087/ Jill Wood at ext. 250. Victim Services Advocate Counseling: 2nd Tuesday each month, Feb. 13, 10:30 am. If you or someone you know is a victim of a crime, scam, abuse or eviction, or in a crisis situation, Irma Luna from the Napa County District Attorney’s Office can help! Irma is a great listener and will be able to refer you to the appropriate assistance. Drop-ins welcome and bilingual support available. You can also call Irma on her direct line for assistance: (707) 299-1411.

Resources & Info-Sessions, Counselling & Support Groups at Rianda House. No-cost support and resources for all ages!