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VIDEO GAMES FOR OLDER ADULTSBy Janey M. Rifkin

At last! Technology designed for seniors, and which dramatically increase brain power – now on the market for everyone with a computer. Video games may seem like mindless ways to waste time, but carefully designed to meet certain standards, they actually improve cognitive skills – and directed toward seniors, such games have shown remarkable results improving attention and focus, and sharpening skills needed for multitasking, as for driving!

Now – no excuse for not being computer literate. Remember, Savvy Seniors have ongoing classes to teach you!

Two such games, researched and tested with 60-to-79 year-olds are NeuroRacer and Posit Science. Game designers promise future versions for tablets and phones; making the training accessible for more people, and not just relegated to home.

Truth is – anybody at any age can be better at almost anything – better tomorrow than we are today.

For more information about senior programming offered

by the City of Calabasascontact Kimberly Colp, Recreation Coordinator

at 818-880-6461

WINTER 2014 PROGRAM GUIDE

INDEXNEW LECTURES/DEMONSTRATIONS ��PG

Cholesterol Myth ..................................................................................................................4

Climate Reality ........................................................................................................................4

Five Factors Of Aging .........................................................................................................4

Healthy Cooking ....................................................................................................................3

Hearing Concerns .................................................................................................................4

Home Depot Garden Workshop .................................................................................5

Hootenanny .............................................................................................................................5

Indian/Pakistani Food Cooking ....................................................................................3

Met: Encore Performance – La Boheme .................................................................5

Met: Encore Performance - Werther .........................................................................4

Nasa, What Did We Get For Our Money? ...............................................................3

Rembrandt’s Night Watch, What’s Hidden ...........................................................3

Single Past 50 ..........................................................................................................................4

Sistine’s Chapel’s Untold Secrets .................................................................................3

Topanga Story, The Colorful History .........................................................................4

Vacation Enjoyment ............................................................................................................3

CLASSESAlexander Technique .........................................................................................................8

Anyone Can Draw ............................................................................................................. 10

Buddhist Meditation ...........................................................................................................7

Calendar Its Origin And Usage NEW �� 6

California Women Poets NEW �� 6

Ceramics Handbuilding NEW ��11

Colored Pencils, Experimenting With .................................................................. 11

Colored Pencils For Continuing Students NEW ��11

Computing, Introduction To PC .................................................................................8

Contemporary Art, Understanding NEW ��10

Conversational Spanish .....................................................................................................6

Creative Writing – An Unopened Gift NEW �� 6

Fitness, Savvy Senior NEW �� 7

Gentle Ballet .............................................................................................................................7

Gentle Yoga For Seniors ...................................................................................................8

Great Artists: Unique Visions NEW ��10

Hot Topics .............................................................................................................................. 12

Improv, On The Spot .........................................................................................................6

Jazz On Film NEW �� 9

Jewish Music Part 2 NEW �� 9

Knitting: All Levels ............................................................................................................. 12

Line Dancing ...........................................................................................................................7

Mahjongg, Advanced .......................................................................................................6

Memory Training Program, UCLA NEW ��11

Metal Jewelry NEW ��12

Microsoft Powerpoint ........................................................................................................8

Microsoft Word ......................................................................................................................8

Movie Discussion Group NEW ��12

Music, Adventure In ...........................................................................................................9

Opera, The Enjoyment .....................................................................................................9

Painting Rocks ..................................................................................................................... 10

Photography, Beginning ..................................................................................................6

Powerful Tools For Caregivers NEW ��11

Procrastination: A Life Style Or A Habit? Parts 3 & 4 NEW ��11

Qi Gong NEW �� 7

Songwriters Part 2, Great American NEW �� 9

‘Talking Turkey,” Techniques For Negotiating NEW ��12

Watercolors, Beginning And Intermediate ........................................................ 10

Yogalates For Seniors..........................................................................................................8

Zumba Chair/Toning ..........................................................................................................8

Zumba Gold For All .............................................................................................................7

EXCURSIONSChen Museum & Chinese Botanical Gardens ................................................... 14

Gibbon Conservation Center Tour .......................................................................... 13

Griffith Observatory ......................................................................................................... 13

Homeboy Industries Tour & Homegirl Café Lunch ....................................... 12

Ojai Olive Oil Ranch Tour ............................................................................................... 14

Pasadena Museum of History - Fenyes Mansion ............................................ 14

Philippe’s Original & F. Gavina & Sons Coffee Tour ........................................ 13

Water District Tour, Las Virgenes Municipal ....................................................... 12

SINGLE SESSIONS LECTURES/ DEMONSTRATIONSMAXIMIZE YOUR VACATION ENJOYMENTEnhance your next vacation by minimizing travel frustrations. Jeanne Howard, former tour director and travel industry veteran, will show you how to decode and understand most tour and cruise brochures. Learn how to spot “red flags,” ask appropriate questions and avoid unpleasant surprises. Three classes will be offered: Session 1: Maximize Your Group Tour Enjoyment. Session 2: The ABC’s of Cruising and Shore Excursions. Session 3: Planning Your Vacation, Your Way: Pros and Cons.

Presenter: Jeanne Howard

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEESession 14525.401 1:00-3:00pm F 1/17 $20.00

Session 24525.402 1:00-3:00pm F 2/21 $20.00

Session 34525.403 1:00-3:00pm F 3/14 $20.00

Location: Founders Hall located behind the Calabasas Library

WHAT’S HIDDEN IN REMBRANDT’S NIGHT WATCH This intriguing art appreciation lecture is from the artists view point. Details not found in art history books will explore questions like: Why is a woman in a not so typical painting about Dutch Militia? And why is she holding a chicken? This and many other hidden messages Rembrandt included in his controversial masterpiece will be revealed.

Presenter: Peter Kraus-graphic designer, author, artist, instructor, lecturer

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4070.401 9:30-11:00am W 1/22 $5.00


WHAT DID WE GET FOR OUR MONEY FROM NASA? This is an overview of the science and engineering benefits that came from the NASA space programs that have been commercialized and are in common use today. These include GPS, Communications, Medicine, Transportation, etc...and of course Tang and Teflon.

Presenter: Burt Sigal, Former JPL Mission Assurance Manager

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4740.401 1:00-3:00pm W 1/22 $2.00


PROGRAMSSISTINE CHAPEL’S UNTOLD SECRETSThis exciting art appreciation lecture is from the artists view point. Eye opening discoveries in the Sistine Chapel, not found in art history books will be revealed, including the hidden symbolism, composition and imagery of Cosimo Roselli, Botticelli and Michelangelo. You don’t want to miss this.

Presenter: Peter Kraus-graphic designer, author, artist, instructor, lecturer

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4075.401 9:30-11:00am W 1/29 $5.00


INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHY COOKINGSession 1: Robust quick and healthy broccoli soup. Roasted root vegetables with slow cooked lamb shanks. Milles Feuilles (custard slice with fresh fruit chilled, refreshing and healthy fruit juice. Session 2: A Valentines dinner, easy to prepare and very sexy! Roasted tomato soup, steamed baby spinach with roasted garlic. Blackened fish, salad, ricotta and amaretti cheese cake with baked plums. Fresh chilled fruit juice.

Instructor: Sandi Kagan

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE

Session 14620.401 10:00am-12:00pm T 1/28 $35.00

Session 24620.402 10:00am-12:00pm T 2/11 $35.00

Location: TBD

INDIAN / PAKISTANI FOOD COOKINGCookbook author and instructor Farhana will reveal the secrets of fixing gourmet, healthy and delicious recipes from her newly released Indian/Pakistani recipe book. Farhana’s simplified directions and shortcut techniques will help you master this centuries old cuisine in a snap! Session 1: Aloo Palak (spinach and potatoes) Daal and Chappati with Mixed Vegetable Raita. Session 2: Saag paneer, chicken curry with basmati rice pilaf and cucumber Raita (yogurt dressing).

Instructor: Farhana Sahibzada is originally from Lahore, Pakistan. She is the former chef and owner of cinnamon STIX, a café and catering business she established and operated in Woodland Hills, California.

SESSION 1CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4060.401 10:00am-12:00pm TH 1/30 $35.00SESSION 2CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4060.402 10:00am-12:00pm TH 3/6 $35.00

Location: De Anza Park

THE FIVE FACTORS OF AGINGA simple plan to stop or slow down the aging process and revitalize your body from head to toe.

Presenter: Steve Pomerance, Health & Wellness Consultant/Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4435.401 1:00-2:30pm TH 2/20 $2.00


THE MET: ENCORE PERFORMANCE – WERTHERA young poet, Werther, falls madly in love with a woman, engaged to another man. And so the classic love triangle is set up. The woman marries and the young poet despairs and takes his life. Jonas Kaufmann, one of the finest young tenors on the opera stage today, portrays the moody and ultimately tragic poet. This will be followed by a viewing of the opera at the AMC theater in Woodland Hills at 6:30pm. BYOD (dinner). Arrive at the theater early to ensure good seats *Tickets will be subject to availability, REGISTER ASAP! NO REFUNDS!


Location: Founders Hall & AMC Theater, 21801 Oxnard Street, Woodland Hills

THE GREAT CHOLESTEROL MYTHA look at why lowering cholesterol won’t prevent heart disease and a statin-free plan that will work.

Presenter: Steve Pomerance, Health & Wellness Consultant/Clinical Compounding Pharmacist



CLIMATE REALITY: WHAT CAN WE DO?What is currently happening to global climate and the science behind it? How is human activity influencing global climate and what we can do about it?

Presenter: Sharon Markenson

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4080.401 2:00-3:30pm T 2/4 $2.00


SINGLE PAST 50 SO NOW WHAT?Can being single past 50 affect your happiness and your health? Are single or married boomers better off? You might be surprised to learn the answers. Join Tammy Bleck, the author of “Single Past 50 Now What?” as she shares some unexpected and powerful facts that may change the way you look at your life, and possibly your future.



CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?This class will introduce how we hear. You will learn how the hearing mechanism works, the problems that can exist, types of hearing loss and what can be done to help. Questions & answers a must!

Presenter: Lisa Goldstein

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4030.401 1:00-3:00pm F 2/7 $2.00


THE TOPANGA STORY: THE COLORFUL HISTORYWhat’s hidden beyond those curvy streets? Let’s learn more about Topanga’s colorful history. Michele Johnson, author of “The Topanga Story: The Expanded Edition,” and photo editor Ami Kirby, will present the colorful history of Topanga Canyon from pioneer days through the beat era and hippie days. Their presentations with be accompanied by rare historic photographs.

Presenter: Michele Johnson

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4234.401 3:00-5:00pm T 2/18 $2.00


PROGRAMSSINGLE SESSIONS LECTURES/ DEMONSTRATIONS (CONT�)

HOME DEPOT GARDEN WORKSHOPLet’s get started! Now is the best time to plant vegetables. Learn which plants will thrive in Calabasas. Have the freshest and sweetest veggies you’ve ever eaten. Learn the ins and outs of having your own vegetable garden. Followed by Q & A.

Presenters: Jane Troiano & Martha Parker

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4006.401 1:00-3:00pm F 3/21 $2.00


HOOTENANNYCome to our hootenanny! Let’s get together and raise our voices in song experiencing the exhilaration of a communal sing, revisiting the folk music of the 60’s. Guitars and/or percussion instruments welcome!

Instructor: Susan Goldman



THE MET: ENCORE PERFORMANCE – LA BOHEMEThe passionate and timeless story of love among young artists in Paris. One of the world’s most popular operas will appeal to those new to opera as well as the seasoned enthusiast. Some of the most famous arias come from this opera. A viewing of the opera at the AMC theater in Woodland Hills at 6:30 will follow a presentation given by Stephen Kohn. BYOD (dinner) to Founders Hall. Arrive at the theater early to ensure good seats. *Tickets will be subject to availability, REGISTER ASAP! NO REFUNDS!


Location: Founders Hall & AMC Theater, 21801 Oxnard Street, Woodland Hills

PROGRAMS

SPECIALTY CLASSESCALENDAR ORIGIN & USAGEOur lives are bound up with the calendar. We use it to plan future events in our lives such as meetings, appointments, holidays and birthdays. It even helps us to look back at personal and public milestones and fixes those events in time. Since ancient times, it has had historical changes. We will study how some societies used the lunar system and how some used the solar system, and we will focus on the Gregorian, Arabic, Chinese and Hebrew calendars. What role has the calendar played in space orbit? Come and enjoy the rich and fascinating world of the calendar. (2 classes)

Instructor: Marganit Lish

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4750.401 2:00-4:00pm T 1/21 & 1/28 $12.00


BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHERSA beginning camera class for senior photographers to acquaint them with their digital cameras and a few fundamental principles of photography. (Class is 4 weeks)

Instructor: David Hurwitz

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4400.401 10:00-11:30am M 3/10-3/31 $10.00


ADVANCED MAH JONGG STRATEGYImprove your Mahj skills & learn to play more defensively in two- 2 hour sessions in a friendly atmosphere *Class is limited to 4 students. Register early! (2 classes)

Instructor: Helaine Gesas

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4050.401 10:00am-12:00pm TH 1/16 & 1/23 $40.004050.402 10:00am-12:00pm TH 2/13 & 2/20 $40.00


WRITING, DRAMA & LANGUAGECONVERSATIONAL SPANISHLearn basic grammer concepts, vocabulary and practice speaking the Spanish language. (8 classes) No Class 1/20 & 2/17.

Instructor: Angel Lerma

Part 1CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4580.401 6:00-8:30pm M 1/13-3/17 $99.00


ON THE SPOT IMPROV A hands on approach to acting out of real life situations and creating scenarios of your own. (Class is 6 weeks)

Instructor: Lee Davis

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4020.401 1:30-3:00pm TH 1/16-2/20 $10.00


CALIFORNIA WOMEN POETSCalifornia’s modern women poets, with a special emphasis on living Los Angeles poets. A brief review of history of women poets’ voices in America. Reading poetry, writing poems. Guest poets periodically, reading their work and sharing their experience as women poets. (Class is 6 weeks)

Presenter: Keven Bellows, writer, collaborator & editor of several poetry books.

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4305.401 1:30-3:00pm T 2/25-4/2 $42.00


CREATIVE WRITING – AN UNOPENED GIFTEveryone has a story to tell. This workshop will include techniques for imaginative expression of experiences, thoughts and feelings. (Class is 4 weeks)

Instructor: Rita Keeley Brown

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4300.401 10:00am-12:00pm T 3/4-3/25 $12.00


PROGRAMS

FITNESS & MEDITATIONBUDDHIST MEDITATION“The unexamined life is not worth living” - Socrates. Buddhist meditation is an introduction to meditation practice. Explore what Buddhism is all about and how you can understand and improve your life. (8 classes) No class 2/17.

Instructor: Ron Sharrin, PhD

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4015.401 3:00-4:30pm M 1/27-3/24 $10.00


QI GONG MEDITATIONQigong Meditation cultivates balance, alignment and strength, using breathing gentle movement and meditation to awaken to one’s “true nature.” Come and learn how to draw sustenance from the beauty around us and cultivate a long, healthy life. (8 classes)

Instructor: Amy Horsting

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4125.401 4:45-5:45pm T 1/14-3/4 $80.00


GENTLE BALLETGentle classical ballet class to help stretch, tone & strengthen bones & muscles. Open to all levels. Ballet shoes required. (10 classes) No class 1/20 & 2/17.

Instructor: Odile Yerevanian



SAVVY SENIOR FITNESSThis is a fun and challenging workout to “oldies” style music. It is a strength conditioning class using weights and bands. You will increase your strength and endurance as you burn calories. It will also improve your posture, bone density and balance. *Please bring light hand weights and a mat. The bands will be provided by the instructor. (10 classes) *Chair users are welcome.

Instructor: Trissa Nicholson

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4325.401 11:30am-12:30pm W 1/15-3/19 $50.004325.402 11:30am-12:30pm F 1/17-3/21 $50.00


ZUMBA GOLD FOR ALLZumba is the latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, dance fitness party. This class is especially designed for seniors. (5 classes)

Instructor: Betty Yee-Opp, Certified & Licensed Fitness / Certified Zumba Instructor

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4225.401 12:00-1:00pm T 1/14-2/11 $45.004225.402 12:00-1:00pm T 2/25-3/25 $45.00


LINE DANCING: BETTY’S DANCE BLAST!Don’t miss out, come and twist & shout! Line dancing improves your range of motion, concentration and memory while dancing to the oldies! Sign up today, limited spaces…and let’s have a blast! (5 classes)

Instructor: Betty Yee-Opp



ZUMBA CHAIR / TONINGCome join us for Zumba Gold Chair Dancing! Customized fitness classes including appropriate warm-ups, aerobic conditioning, muscular skeletal strengthening, flexibility, relaxation activities, and general cool downs. This class will help the body stay fit and promote a sharp alert mind. Wear comfortable clothing (Chairs are used in this format). (5 classes)

Instructor: Betty Yee-Opp, Certified & Licensed Fitness / Certified Zumba Instructor



PROGRAMS

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS

PROGRAMSFITNESS & MEDITATION (CONT�)

THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUEThe Alexander Technique helps you solve daily movement situations causing discomfort, by transforming stress & tension into ease & lightness. Class activities include explanations, demonstrations, simple movement-experimentations, and personal guidance to enhance walking, bending, sitting, driving, playing a musical instrument. Bring a mat to lie down on, for constructive rest. (7 classes) No class 2/17.

Instructor: Shula Sendowski, M.AmSAT



YOGALATES FOR SENIORSYogalates combines the core and back strengthening exercises with the relaxation of yoga stretches. This class is done on a mat and will be designed to the needs and ability of each individual. Bring a mat, wear loose clothing and watch your strength & alignment improve! (10 classes)

Instructor: Ann Monahan

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4018.401 9:00-10:00am W 1/22-3/26 $50.00


GENTLE YOGA FOR SENIORSA class designed especially for you & your own personal abilities. Yoga will decrease your stress, align your body & bring relaxation and rejuvenation into your life. A yoga mat is required. (10 classes)

Instructor: Ann Monahan CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4025.401 10:05-11:05am W 1/22-3/26 $50.00


COMPUTER TECHNOLOGYINTRODUCTION TO PC COMPUTINGIn this basic PC class students will learn how to hold the mouse, the basics of the file system, how to copy files, creating and saving files on the desktop and on a flash drive. If time permits basic internet searching and possibly email basics. Students should bring a flash drive. (3 classes)

Instructor: Deanna Witrack

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4551.401 11:15am-12:30pm TH 1/16-1/30 $25.00

Location: Calabasas Library Computer Lab

MICROSOFT WORDClass will cover the basic skills needed to start using Microsoft Word for Windows. Learn how to create, save, retrieve, and update documents. This includes font selection, page setup, setting tabs, importing data and pictures from other sources and more. Some previous knowledge and/or experience using computers will be helpful in this class. *Please bring a flash drive to class. (3 classes)

Instructor: Deanna Witrack



INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINTPowerPoint is a presentation program. The software allows users to create anything from basic slide shows to complex presentations. PowerPoint presentations are created from a template, which includes a background color or image, a standard font, and a choice of several slide layouts including sound, animation and transitions. Knowledge of basic keyboard and mouse computer commands is required. (3 classes)

Instructor: Steve Sinderbrand



FACEBOOK FOR THE FACELESSLearn the basics of Facebook, how to create an account, upload pictures, gather a following and socialize cyber style. The fastest growing demographic on facebook is the age group 45-59, Join in and get started! (2 classes)

Presenter: Tammy Bleck, author of “Single Past 50 Now What?”

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4575.401 1:00-2:30pm TH 2/27 & 3/6 $20.00


Plans for Savvy Senior Garden Group are GrowingDo you love to garden or just look at other people’s gardens? Do you enjoy learning new gardening techniques? Would you like to go visit spectacular gardens in other neighborhoods? If these questions pique your interest then come join the Calabasas Savvy Seniors on Thursday, January 30, 2014, at 3:30 PM, in the Calabasas Library Senior Room and help us plan this new Garden Group’s events for this coming Spring. We’d love to have your thoughts and input.

MUSICGREAT AMERICAN SONGWRITERS PART 2This multimedia course combines live piano music, lecture, videos, photos, and sing-alongs to bring alive the songs, shows, lives and times of more great songwriters of the Golden Age of American Popular Music: Gershwins, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, Dorothy Fields & other women songwriters, Hoagy Carmichael, Johnny Mercer, songwriters for Crosby & Sinatra. (Class is 6 weeks) No class 2/17.

Presenter: Saul H. Jacobs & Bob Lipson

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4252.401 1:00-2:30pm M 2/10-3/24 $30.00

Location: Founders Hall located at the back of Calabasas Library

THE ENJOYMENT & FUN OF OPERACome join us as we continue to explore this wonderful art form. Great singers, great music, intriguing stories. Jan 16: The Barber of Seville; Rossini’s comic masterpiece tells us the story of 3 young people outwitting the grumpy old adults who try and take advantage of them. Jan 30: The Voices of Opera; You’ll enjoy some of the finest singers who ever graced the operatic stage, singing many favorites. Feb 13: Opera Without Words; Did you think “Opera” is only singing? Not so as we explore great operatic music that is not sung. Mar 13: The Life & Art of Maria Callas; She was a true Rock Star of her time, but she sang Opera. Her life was as interesting as the opera characters she portrayed.

Presenter: Steve Kohn with the non-profit LA Opera

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4600.401 1:00-2:30pm TH 1/16, 1/30, $10.00 2/13, 3/13


THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF JEWISH MUSIC PART 2“What is it that makes Jewish music so distinctive?” It has to do with the Jewish people’s history of wandering through many countries throughout the world. As the Jews settled in different lands and were exposed to various cultures, they borrowed many of the musical sounds of those places and combined them with their own—the result, Jewish music with a new flavor.

Presenter: Shelly Cohen



JAZZ ON FILMJoin us for a three-part exploration of America’s only original, “home grown” art form: jazz. Our investigation will look at instrumental performance, jazz vocalists and jazz dance, all presented through rare and exciting audiovisual film clips. Each performance will be analyzed and placed in historical perspective. From New Orleans to modern jazz, small combo to big band, standard tune to jazz originals, jazz performance to jazz dance ..... all styles and approaches will be presented in this exciting series. Among the artists to be seen on screen are Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Buddy Rich, Count Basie, Bill Evans, Nat “King” Cole and many, many more! (3 classes)Instructor: Mark Cantor

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4715.401 3:30-5:00pm TH 1/30-2/13 $20.00


ADVENTURE IN MUSICMaestro James Domine, Music Director and Conductor of the San Fernando Valley Symphony Orchestra, brings his unique insights to a general historical survey of the Classical and Romantic style periods. These will be explored through listening examples, as well as discussion of the repertoire and the composers associated with each. Students will learn elements of music, basic terminology as applies to these genres and style periods, and gain insight into and appreciation for the aesthetics of music as an art form. (8 classes) Bring paper/pen.

Instructor: James Domine CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4185.401 10:30am-12:00pm TH 1/30-3/20 $40.00


PROGRAMS

ARTGREAT ARTISTS: UNIQUE VISIONSArt history comes alive with this dynamic on-going lecture series exploring how great artists changed the world with their ideas. Understand how creative artists from around the globe continue to provoke the way we think and feel about life. (Bring paper/pen) (5 classes)

Instructor: John Paul ThorntonCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4176.401 5:30-7:00pm M 2/24-3/24 $30.00


ANYONE CAN DRAWDrawing is a skill which can be learned just like reading and writing. Once you learn the basics, you can draw anything. No art experience is necessary. Bring “8 ½ x 11” unlined paper, pencil and eraser to first meeting, you will be amazed! (Class is 8 weeks)

Instructor: Peter Kraus - Author, Artist, Educator with over 35 years of experienceCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4007.401 8:45-10:45am W 2/5-3/26 $64.00


UNDERSTANDING CONTEMPORARY ARTTake a guided journey into the dynamic, fascinating art of our time, beginning with the groundbreaking art of the 1960’s and following all the way through to the art of today’s headlines. We will make sense of the ideas, personalities and social movements which lead to playful, provocative, challenging and often sublime contemporary art. (Bring paper/pen) (11 classes)

Instructor: John Paul Thornton

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4175.401 10:00am-12:00pm F 1/17-3/28 $38.00


BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WATERCOLORSThrough this course you will learn the fundamentals and enhanced techniques of painting with watercolors. Each student will work from their own subject material: personal photos or printed copies of other paintings or photographs. Instruction will be both at group level and individually through a critique of students’ work. A list of materials needed will be distributed to each student at the first class. For the first class bring a pencil and sketch pad. No class 1/20 & 2/17.

Instructor: Mel Wolf

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE7175.401 9:00-11:00am M 1/13-2/24 $40.00 (5 classes)7175.402 9:00-11:00am M 3/3-3/31 $40.00 (5 classes)7175.403 9:30-12:00am Th 1/16-2/13 $40.00 (5 classes)7175.404 9:30-12:00am Th 2/20-3/27 $48.00 (6 classes)


PAINTING ROCKSThis class will be excellent for improving techniques. The focus will be on shadows, sharp and blended edges and creating realistic 3-dimensional look in subject matter. All levels of students welcome. Students provide their own supplies. *Water based media only please. (7 classes) No class 1/20 & 2/17.

Instructor: Linda Cantrell CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4262.401 1:00-4:00pm M 1/13-3/10 $45.00


PROGRAMS

PROGRAMSART (CONT�)

CERAMICS HANDBUILDINGHand building and working with clay is a childlike JOY you never outgrow! This class will introduce you to a variety of techniques like slabbing, pinching, and coiling clay allowing you to design many useful and beautiful items for your home. Sample objects you may create include a wall clock, sushi set, treasure boxes or serving platters. Creatively adding textures, 3D sprigs and colorful glazes will make your creations uniquely your own! *Class fee includes use of tools, glazes, kiln firings and 12 pounds of cone 04-06 clay per session. (4 classes)

Instructor: Patricia AudickCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE6000.401 9:30-11:00am T 1/7-1/28 $75.006000.402 9:30-11:00am T 2/4-2/25 $75.006000.403 9:30-11:00am T 3/4-3/25 $75.006000.404 6:30-8:00pm T 1/7-1/28 $75.006000.405 6:30-8:00pm T 2/4-2/25 $75.006000.406 6:30-8:00pm T 3/4-3/25 $75.00


EXPERIMENTING WITH COLORED PENCILSLearn to get rich color on paper with a perfectly transportable medium. Experienced artists and beginners learn to handle this versatile tool for making art. Expand your imagination, learn how color works, and have fun. Materials provided for 1st class- Supply list will be distributed then. (6 classes)

Instructor: Arlene WeinstockCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4755.401 9:00am-11:30pm T 1/21-2/25 $50.00


COLORED PENCIL FOR CONTINUING STUDENTSContinue to experiment with colored pencil and mixed media. Individual instruction guides you through projects of your own choosing as you explore the techniques and subject matter that interest you on your way to your artistic goals. (6 classes)

Instructor: Arlene Weinstock

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4780.401 10:00am-12:30pm T 1/21-2/25 $50.00


PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTUCLA MEMORY TRAINING PROGRAMCan’t remember where you parked? Forgot why you walked into the room? Four brain-stimulating, fun-filled weeks of developing good memory habits and techniques to improve your memory. Methods are based on research, and proven beneficial long term. *Space is limited, register early! (4 classes)

Instructor: Bonnie Shoemaker

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4650.401 1:00-3:00pm W 2/5-2/26 $55.004650.402 1:00-3:00pm W 3/5-3/26 $55.00


POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERSCaring for your spouse or parent? This class is especially for YOU! Gain practical insight on how to reduce stress and improve communication skills with family and doctor(s). Most importantly, learn how to validate and take care of yourself! *Fee includes a 100+ page Powerful Tools workbook to use for years to come. (6 classes)

Instructor: Bonnie Shoemaker & Jean DurantiCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4200.401 3:00-5:00pm TH 1/16-2/20 $115.00


PROCRASTINATION: A LIFE STYLE OR A HABIT? PART 3 & 4Everyone procrastinates sometimes, but 20 percent of people chronically avoid difficult tasks and deliberately look for distractions—which, unfortunately, are increasingly available. Procrastinators may say they perform better under pressure, but more often than not that’s their way of justifying putting things off. The bright side? It’s possible to overcome procrastination—with effort. Join Dr. Tess and learn how to recognize, overcome, and STOP the side effects of procrastination. Try not to hesitate and join us for this life-changing 2-part series. And, keep in mind that procrastination keeps you broke at any age! Website: www.drtess.com. (2 classes)

Presenter: Dr. Tessa Warschaw

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4460.401 10:00am-12:00pm M 2/3 & 2/10 $12.00


PROGRAMS“TALKING TURKEY”Talk is cheap! Identify and learn about your negotiating style. Are you a risk-taker, decision maker, loner, peacemaker problem solver, or a compassionate person? Your unique style flashes itself to others in the way you talk, walk, sit, the words you use and the clothes you wear. Learn how to deal with others every day and maximize success. (2 classes)

Presenter: Dr. Tessa Warschaw

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4465.401 10:00am-12:00pm M 2/24 & 3/3 $12.00


HOT TOPICS DISCUSSION GROUPAn open discussion concerning important present-time news events of domestic, international and contemporary significance. Moderated for open interactive discussion. (5 classes)

Moderator: Ed AlbrechtCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4800.401 3:30-4:45pm T 2/25-3/25 $10.00


MOVIE DISCUSSION GROUPDo you love a good movie? What does “good” mean? Here is an opportunity to examine two current films after having seen them on our own. A discussion about a juicy movie is really a discussion about ourselves, our life and our culture. You will be notified in advance of the first movie to be reviewed. (Class meets 2 times)

Instructor: Jackie Rosenson

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4000.401 3:30-5:00pm TH 2/27 & 3/27 $5.00


CRAFTSMETAL JEWELRYLearn to make beautiful pendants & earrings in copper that you will enhance with acrylics, gold, silver & copper foils. Adding embellishments of beads and charms will make your jewelry design 1 of a kind! (3 classes)

Instructor: Linda KavalskyCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4008.401 11:00am-1:00pm T 2/11-2/25 $40.00


KNITTING: ALL LEVELSLearn the basics of knitting and the joy of creation. Expand your skills by learning cables, knitting in the round, chart reading and finishing. *Please bring #10 bamboo needles if you are a beginner or continuing. (5 classes)

Instructor: Anita WeissCODE TIME DAY DATE FEE4004.401 9:00-10:30am TH 1/16-2/13 $10.00


SENIOR EXCURSIONSHOMEBOY INDUSTRIES TOUR & HOMEGIRL CAFÉ LUNCHHomeboy Industries is a youth program founded by Father Greg Boyle in 1992. It is the largest gang intervention program in the U.S. and provides hope, training and support for formerly gang-involved, incarcerated men & women, allowing them to redirect their lives and become contributing members to society. We will tour the facility and enjoy lunch on our own at the Homegirl Café, maybe finding something sweet and delicious at the bakery counter to complete our day.

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE8001.401 9:00am-3:00pm TH 1/9 $15.00

Shuttle Departs: Calabasas Civic Center, 100 Civic Center Way

LAS VIRGENES MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT TOURTake an amazing “behind the scenes” tour of Las Virgenes Municipal Water District’s facilities. Along the way, you will learn about the importance of water, the value of water reclamation and why we’re working to protect the surrounding watershed. You will see the planning, infrastructure and challenges that are faced in delivering safe, reliable, high quality water to your home or business. Then what happens to the water after it has been used? Called wastewater, this very critical supply travels through another complex system to be recycled and reused for irrigation throughout the service area, bringing water use full circle. This tour is limited to 40 guests. Preference is given to residents of the Las Virgenes MWD and Triunfo Sanitation District service areas. Participants should expect moderate walking and stairs during the tour. To help reduce our footprint, we ask that you bring a travel coffee cup and / or water bottle. We will provide coffee and water. A continental breakfast and light lunch are also provided.

CODE TIME DAY DATE FEE8002.401 8:45am-1:30pm W 1/22 $10.00

Location: Meet at Las Virgenes Water District

PROGRAMSSENIOR EXCURSIONS (CONT�)

GRIFFITH OBSERVATORYGriffith Observatory is a national leader in public astronomy, one of Southern California’s most popular attractions. The Observatory is on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. It is 1,134 feet above sea level and is visible from many parts of Los Angeles basin. There are three shows available for viewing; Centered in the Universe is $5 or Water for Life is $5. The Once and Future Griffith Observatory is free. *Movies and Lunch will be on your own at the Wolfgang Puck Café.



LUNCH AT PHILIPPE’S ORIGINAL & F� GAVINA & SONS COFFEE TOUROur day begins with a real treat – lunch on our own at the historic and fun, Philippe’s Restaurant, home of the original French dip sandwich. There are few things that smell as good as fresh coffee in the morning and we will learn the process of coffee manufacturing from Michal Gavina, a fourth generation coffee maker. He will explain the journey of coffee from the purchase of the best beans, to the roasting process, brewing, and finally tasting the final product. *Lunch is on your own.



PASADENA MUSEUM OF HISTORY – FENYES MANSIONWe will start with lunch at Café Santorini’s restaurant from a pre-selected menu. After lunch we will head to Fenyes Mansion on Pasadena’s famed “Millionaire’s Row,” once home to Museum benefactors Dr. Adalbert and Eva Fenyes, is today the crown jewel among Pasadena Museum of History’s many treasures. Original period furnishings, family heirlooms, and a unique California plein air art collection enhance this 1906 Beaux Arts-style architectural jewel. The lovely residence, designed by Robert Farquhar with a later addition by Sylvanus Marston, retains the collection of the Fenyes-Curtin-Paloheimo family and is decorated as it was lived in a century ago. Lunch & beverage included in the fee.



GIBBON CONSERVATION CENTER TOURTour the facility which houses the rarest group of apes in the western hemisphere. Founded by Alan Mootnick in 1976, the center houses 40 gibbons of five different species. The GCC promotes the study and conservation of gibbons through education and habitat preservation. To watch the gibbon families’ interaction and to listen to their calls, which are compared to a fire engine, is truly fascinating. Lunch will follow after the tour at Rattler’s BBQ in Santa Clarita where you will choose from a pre-selected menu. Lunch & beverage included in the fee.



PROGRAMSCHEN MUSEUM & CHINESE BOTANICAL GARDENSThe Chen Art Gallery is a private art gallery, built to exhibit the personal collection of Dr. Tei Fu Chen, a world renowned herbalist and pharmacist. Dr. Chen devoted much of his passion into amassing one of the finest private collections of Chinese art in the U.S. The collection spans 5,000 years of Chinese history, including a display of an imperial throne room and Ming Dynasty bedroom. Galleries include pottery, silk textiles, jade and scroll paintings. Lunch will follow at Gon Pachi where you will choose your lunch from a pre-selected menu. Lunch & beverage included in the fee.



OJAI OLIVE OIL RANCH TOURAlice Asquith, proprietor of Ojai Olive Oil, will take us on the journey of her late husband, Ron’s purchase of an existing olive ranch, to the evolution of an incredible olive oil business. She will tell the story of the process from olive to oil, soaps, face and hand creams. We will proceed to the tasting room where all the various olive oils as well as basalmic vinegars will tempt your palate. Lunch will follow the tour at Boccali’s Restaurant, a favorite of Ojai locals. If time permits, we can explore the shops in downtown Ojai.


Shuttle Departs: De Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road

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