Our annual holiday event was a

smashing hit with 12 full

tables of yuletide fun. Over

60 guests enjoyed tasting 12

different types of tea, while

being served three courses of

scrumptious foods made by our

wonderful volunteer chefs.

The crowd was

entertained by

harpist Heather

Paschoal, the River

Choir, a raffle and a

fun game of The 12

Days of Christmas

Trivia.

This FUNdraiser

profited the Senior

Center over $1,200.

Photos by Christine

Vincent & Heide Bailey.

The Clover Leaf

January 2015 311 North Main Street ~ Cloverdale, CA 95425

(707) 894-4826 ~ www.CloverdaleSeniorCenter.com

Christmas Tea A new year is a great time for reflection and

making changes. You’ll notice the updated

name of the Newsletter; we’ve officially

adopted the four-leaf heart clover as our

logo. A little about this clover… Our goals are

to meet the following needs of our Members:

Social Interaction, Creative Expression,

Intellectual Stimulation , and Health &

Fitness Education. The four interlocked

hearts each represent one of these ideals.

We hope you like it as much as we do!

Inside this newsletter you’ll find a few other

new and exciting things, including new classes,

games, programs and our February events.

Stop by the Center and see our new furniture

which arrived in time for the New Year!

Our first event of the New Year will be

hosting the Chamber of Commerce Mixer on

January 15th!

Inside Highlights

My Funny Valentine Cabaret……………………………2

Learning American English & Loteria……………3

Computer Classes Starting………………………………5

Welcome New Members……………………………………6

Spotlight: Debbie Shanahan…………………………7

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Monday, Jan. 5th 9:30-1:30

By Appointment (894-4826)

Haircuts ~ with Shari from Studio J

Standard Haircut $8 • Beard Trim $3

A-Line cut $10 • Long layered cut $10

Senior Center Members Only

If you’re between 55 and 62, please add $2.

Shari from Studio J offers our members professional haircuts on the first Monday of each month. There’s often a waiting list for appointments, so please call the Friday be-fore if you need to cancel. Thank you!

CENTER CLOSED: The Senior Center and the Council on Aging Kitchen

will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19 in

observance of Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday.

Name the Newsletter Contest

WINNER! Remember — a couple of months ago, when we announced a contest to find a new name our monthly newsletter? We had nearly a dozen ideas submitted and our lucky winner is JANET ON, who suggested we call the news-letter The Clover Leaf! Janet wins 2 tickets to our February event:

My Funny Valentine! Thank you, everyone who submitted an idea! We love hearing from our Members, so keep the good ideas coming for future events, trips, classes, etc.!

“My Funny Valentine,” a Cabaret featuring the comedic duo of Sandy and Richard Riccardi, is coming to the Cloverdale Senior Center on Saturday, February 7th. The Riccardis have their own two-person, all-original, all-comedy cabaret, which they have performed all over the

country. With over 4 million YouTube hits, they have proven nothing is sacred. In true Cabaret fashion, the Senior Center will provide the tables, tablecloths and candlelight for that special Valentine ambience. Guests will bring their own favorite drinks, snacks and drink cups. Coffee, tea and water will be provided. Then settle in with friends for an evening that promises to be full of fun and laughter. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are only $15 per person, and early reservations are advised since this event is sure to be a sell-out. Call the Center at 707-894-4826 to reserve your ticket or reserve an entire table to share with friends!

Of Special Note

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Class continues

Have you heard of nonviolent communication? Quite a few people have studied this method of speaking and listening fully and compassionately to relate mindfully with the people in your world. Are you curious? Some of the students in the current group are interested in continuing the study, which centers around a text called “Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life,” by Marshall B. Rosenberg. Rosenberg is the founder and director of educational services for the Center for Nonviolent Communications, an international peacemaking organization. If you are interested in working at any level,

beginning or continuing, please attend an

organizational session on January 28th at 1 p.m.

We will meet regularly on Wednesdays from 1:00 to

2:30p.m. For a preview of the material, the text is

available to borrow at the library and to buy at various

places. $3.00 donation per class is requested.

New Discussion Group:

Ted Talks … and so do we

Tuesdays ~ January 13 – February 17

1:30-2:45pm

TED is an organization devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (under 18 minutes). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages. Join us for a new discussion group using TED Talks as a jumping-off point for expressing our own thoughts and ideas on a number of topics. We will have facilitated meetings for 6 weeks, beginning Tuesday, January 13th from 1:30-2:45pm. We will view one or more TED Talks around a selected theme, then discuss what we heard and express our own ideas on the messages presented by the TED Talks’ speakers. Our first week’s meeting will focus on the topic of Social Media, and we will view and discuss 2-3 talks on this theme. Since each group meeting will explore a new topic,

attendance can be on a drop-in basis. We look forward

to having you join us whenever you can over the 6-week

meeting schedule. $3.00 donation per session.

Announcements

We are pleased to partner with Carmen Myers and her program HUG, “For The Making Of New Americans” in bringing two new activities to involve the Spanish- speaking members of our community. By offering multiple opportunities at our Senior Center, more community members will become Members of our Center while enjoying a fun and familiar activity.

Learning American English online will be held in our Computer Lab on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00am to noon starting Tuesday, January 20th. Carmen Myers has been successfully teaching local families how to learn English through this program, us-ing their own home computers, for the last four years. By utilizing this opportunity, parents will be able to help their children with homework, learn how to work with the school system, and find better employment oppor-tunities. Those interested in taking these classes will become Members of the Senior Center. We will also have the game of Mexican Bingo called “Loteria,” which will be played on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 1pm. This activity was started at the Windsor Senior Center by Delia Nieto. Windsor’s Spanish-speaking seniors have responded happily to the opportunity to participate in a Spanish- speaking activity. “Loteria” will begin on Wednesday, January 21st at 1:00 pm. Carmen Myers will coordinate both activities, including outreach and recruiting volunteers, etc. For information on how to register for the activities or other related questions, please contact Carmen Myers (707) 894-2174 winak@thegrid.net

Weekly Game Schedule

Bunco………………… Second Mondays, 3:15

Bingo……………………Mondays, 1:15-3

Scrabble………………Fridays, 12:30-2

Texas Hold ‘em……Fridays, 12:30-2

Pinochle………………...Fridays, 12:30-2

Bridge…………………….Fridays, 2:00

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Happy January Birthday! No matter when

your birthday is — you are invited to join in

celebrating our members whose birthdays

are in January! The fun starts at Noon on

Wednesday, January 21st.

Please give us a call at 894-4826 so we can

plan ahead.

Soup and Salad $3.00 Full lunch $4.00

Cake and ice cream Free!

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Wednesdays at 1:00

Watch It Wednesday

Watch it Wednesday Movies are becoming a

big hit. Join us in January for popcorn and a great

movie every Wednesday at 1:00. This

month we are featuring these classic

movies:

January 7 - An Affair to Remember Starring Cary Grant & Deborah Kerr

January 14 - Rear Window Starring Jimmy Stewart & Grace Kelly

January 21 - Throw Mama From the Train Starring Billy Crystal & Danny De Vito

January 28 - Rebecca Starring Joan Fontaine & Laurence Olivier

Fun & Games

Weekly Exercise Schedule

Qigong/Tai Chi………………………Mondays, 10-11

Gentle Yoga……………………………Tuesdays, 9-10

Line Dancing …………………………Tuesdays, 10:15-11:45

Intermediate Yoga………………Thursdays, 9-10

Strength Training…………………Tues & Thur 1:30 pm

Meditation Circle………………….Tuesdays 6:00 pm

Tuesdays 10:15 - 11:45 am

DID YOU KNOW:

One of our most popular classes is held every Tuesday morning ?

Instructor David Hamley was featured in the Press Democrat for the popularity of his classes?

David features music from all ages and genres?

You DON’T need a partner to be a great line-dancer?

Bring your dancing shoes and be ready to have a fun time Line Dancing!

1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 pm.

Starting January 21.

Monthly and Semi-Monthly Classes:

CTUG Group...2nd Tuesday, 9:30-11:00

— CBrown &Susie Moore

Caregiver Discussions & Round Table,

4th Thursday, 9:30 - 3:00

Janet Seaforth & Barbara Seamans

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Computer

Classes Starting! We have found wonderful

volunteers who will be

starting the following computer classes in February:

Beg. Internet & E-Mail with David Garcia

Mondays 11am-noon starting February 2.

Friendly Facebook with Colleen Hale

Fridays 10am-11am starting February 6.

Our Computer Lab is open to members only, and is

available whenever computer classes are not in

session. Donation $3.00

Please sign up on the Center’s Activity Board!

Classes Update

Beginning Italian with Marie

Williams returns on Wednesdays at

1:30 pm starting January 7. Please sign

up at the Center. $3.00 donation per

class is requested.

Watercolors with Lynn McChristian

returns on Thursdays at 1:30 pm starting January 15. This very popular class is full; please call the Center to have your name added to the waiting list. A donation of $5.00 per class is used to provide the students with watercolor paper for each project including pattern and instructions.

Figure Drawing returns Wednesdays

starting January 7 from 9am - noon. The

donation is $8 per class and the group

pays a model $10 per hour for a

series of poses that last for 3-5 minutes

each. Sign up to model or to join the

class!

Enneagram - returns at 10:00 am

on Wednesday, January 7th. Based on nine distinct personality types. The Enneagram has become one of today’s popular systems for self understanding. Ann Styles, a licensed marriage and family counselor, will introduce this powerful tool for personal development.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, HICAP

MEDICARE COUNSELING, LEGAL COUNSELING AND

OTHER SERVICES ARE OFFERED REGULARLY.

AT THE SENIOR CENTER.

MOST ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. PLEASE CHECK

OUR MONTHLY CALENDAR FOR COMPLETE LISTINGS.

FOR MEDICARE AND OTHER HEALTH INSURANCE

ISSUES, YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT

HICAP DIRECTLY AT 1-800-434-0222

Board of Directors

Mike Nixon, President

Bob Bialon, Vice President

Debbie Shanahan, Treasurer

Christine Flaherty, Secretary

Karnig Beylikjian

Ginny Carroll

Amy Neel

Karen Potts

Executive Director: Colleen Hale

Assistant Director: Rebekah Thomas

Office Assistant: Leah Stanley

Newsletter Production: Ginny Carroll

SPONSORS

Donations of $500 or more:

Bill Adler

Hale & Janice Allen

American Legion Post 293

Dave & Mary Antonini

Eileen & Peter Baker

Ernie Frandsen

Tom & Barbara Gurries

Dave Harmeson

James & Shirley Kennedy

Sherry & Randy Luginbill

The Malmstrom Family

Marin Community Foundation

Mario & Marilyn Michelon

The Neel Foundation

Dianne & Steve Oliver

Bruce Reuser

Frank Rittiman

Bob Scott & Tim McDonald

RB & Marlys Southard, Southard Tire & Auto

Jan & Brent Stanley

Sue & Pete Thoms

Vinepro Vineyard Management

Ann & George Wilson

Philip W. Wright

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This month we welcome the following Members,

who joined just in time for the Holidays! We

want to invite you get the most out of your Senior

Center by attending your favorite classes and

activities — and getting involved by volunteering

in a way that’s fun for you.

A very warm welcome to:

Kay Sibary

Jaelitza

Cheri & John Mook

If YOU would like to get more involved

with the Center and your fellow members, but

are not sure what you’d like to do: call Colleen,

Leah or Rebekah. They’re happy to help you find

your niche.

Colleen’s Corner Notes & Thanks

What a whirlwind of a Holiday Season at the Center! We were surrounded by such a flurry of Holiday goodness and warm wishes from our Members! Thank you so very much!

In this New Year, I hope you make the time to take care of yourselves. Of course, move more, eat less, take your vitamins, get enough rest, etc. But it is also important to take a moment to reflect on what is special to you. Maybe an extra stroll outside, some reading or meditation, listening to your favorite song or calling an old friend. Make some time to do

whatever makes YOU happy. Much Love, Colleen

Our Center relies on the many hours of work put in by our wonderful volunteers. Like anything else, many hands make light work. We need additional help in the following areas:

Front Desk Receptionist: One day a week either morning 9:30am - noon or in the afternoon from Noon - 2:30 pm. Training is provided. If you like to work with people, answer the phones and help others, please call Leah for information.

Creative Notions Store: This little store is our crafter’s treasure! Everything sold at the store has been donated, and we have volunteers selling and displaying the items. The store is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am - 4pm. We are currently looking for volunteers for the afternoon shift 1pm-4pm. Call Rebekah for more information.

Special Events: When we have our FUNdraisers, we need some extra help. We are looking to fill an on-call list of Greeters, Servers, Kitchen Helper, Decorators, etc. If you’d like to learn more about this, please call Colleen.

Thank you for all of your time and support!

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OLD WATCHES & CLOCKS REPAIRED OR BOUGHT

Most Watch Batteries

Installed for $8

Bob Bialon

707-894-6061

Spotlight on

Debbie Shanahan, Treasurer Born and raised on the sunny shores of Hawaii, Debbie attended a boarding school, Hawaii Preparatory Academy. She decided to skip a test in French class to attend a college presentation. She was surprised to be offered attendance with a full tennis scholarship to this college, Central College in Pella, Iowa. Having never been past California on the ‘mainland,’ she was surprised to find that corn was the main crop instead of potatoes.

Although a full tennis scholarship got her to Iowa, it was true love that captured her in Pella. She met her future husband (a senior no less), on her first day on campus. After they courted during that year at college, Debbie’s mother passed away. She decided to follow Mike back to his home state of New Jersey after his graduation. Debbie attended the University of Connecticut and they lived in New Jersey for nearly 10 years. During this time, the two were married and then moved to the West Coast, first living in Rohnert Park. Debbie’s career as an Administrative Assistant/Executive Secretary started in the Banking industry and has moved her into the non-profit world. As she says, “seems like I have always worked around reconciling someone else’s money and designing a layout for something.”

Nearly 18 years ago, Mike and Debbie purchased a home in Cloverdale, which has an adorable handmade front screen door custom built for their then cocker spaniel. Mike and Debbie were given the opportunity to become business owners, and purchased Photo Graphix from the Brigham family. Photo Graphix was originally located at 219 N Cloverdale Blvd (now Bolt). They pondered a new name for their business and realized that daily someone commented on how low their door knob was located. Hence “Low Knob Press” was born! They moved the business in February 2014 to the current location at 109 East First Street.

Long-time friends with Dominick Di Noto and Bert Spence, Debbie was asked (repeatedly) by Dominick if she wanted to help out at the Senior Center paying bills and making deposits. In August of 2013, Debbie became the Senior Center Treasurer and has since worked very hard to keep everything in budget.

Outside of her Center responsibilities and her many other volunteer jobs, she likes to read, do Origami and work Jigsaw

puzzles. Her sense of style and fun can be seen in her peacock highlighted hair and her fun nail designs, which recently featured C, M, Y, K (print colors) for the annual Printer’s Convention in Las Vegas. We are so fortunate to have Debbie’s knowledge and experience in keeping the Treasury for the Senior Center. Thank you for all of your hard work!

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Start your creative projects at

Creative Notions 119 W. 1st Street

Open Tues-Sat 10-4 Phone: 707-894-9310

A little store packed with new and gently

used craft and sewing items, resold for

pennies on the dollar!

WE LOVE DONATIONS: bring us your

abandoned yarn, craft and sewing items!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Come and be

surrounded by color and creativity.

Volunteers earn 25% discounts, too!

Call Rebekah at the Center at 894-4826.

ALL Sales benefit the Cloverdale Senior

Multipurpose Center activities & programs!