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March / April 2019 Page 10
Gloria De La Cruz-Sandoval
Recreation Supervisor
(210) 207-3011
Jorge De La Rosa Jr.
Community Center Leader
(210) 207-3012
Jacob Broner
Recreation Specialist
(210) 207-3013
We’re on the web at
www.saparksandrec.com
Remember: Your membership is also good at Lions Field Adult and Senior Center at 2809 Broadway, (210) 207-5380, Granados Adult and Senior Center at 500 Frieling, (210) 207-3285, and the Virginia Gill Community Center at 7902 Westshire, (210) 207-3237.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE
$7 Senior Citizen 60 yrs.+
$15 Adults 18 - 59 yrs.
City Holiday
Battle of San Jacinto
Friday, April 26
Center Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM
March - August 2019
Come enjoy a nutritionally balanced noon meal in a congregate setting.
Registration and Reservations Required LUNCH RESERVATIONS
CALL (210) 207-3010
Code of Conduct
In an effort to provide a welcoming environment for all participants and to establish more consistent practices throughout the department, a code of conduct has been implemented. If you missed the opportunity to review the code of conduct, please contact our facility staff.
Accommodation requests must be submitted to Gloria De La Cruz-Sandoval, Recreation Supervisor, at 210-207-3285 at least 14 days prior to program.
Commander’s House Adult and Senior Center
March / April 2019
B U G L E
C A L L
622 S. Flores, San Antonio, Texas 78204 (210) 207-3010
Annual Cook-Off
March 4. 2019
10 a.m. - 12 Noon
Vote for the People’s Choice Chili!
Ya’ll Come Down!
UNDER CONSTRUCTION! DETAILS ON PAGE 8
WALK ACROSS AMERICA IN MARCH!
TUESDAYS, 8:30 - 9:30 A.M.
Step up to better health. Walk with us each Tuesday. Participants will learn walk techniques for a healthier life style while earning incentives and prizes. This month long walking program will wrap up with a Walk Celebration Dance at 10 a.m. after the last walk session.
NEW DIGITAL DIGEST BOOK CLUB
TUESDAYS 1:30 p.m. with Jacob
Come and join our Audio Book Club. Learn the many ways you can enjoy reading books,
magazines, and the newspaper via Bibliotech, The Bexar County Digital Library.
CLUBS, CLASSES, AND MORE …..
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FISHING CLUB
Angler Talk - Meets Every 2nd Monday
March 11 & April 8
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fishing Trip - Last Friday of the Month
March 19 & April 19 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Recreational anglers must have a Texas Fishing License! Sign up in the Activity-Event Log Book.
Delia’s Couple Bunco Club
1st Monday of Each Month
12 Noon - 2:30 p.m.
Come join the latest craze for all duos, duets, and doubles.
Play Bunco
Delia Almaraz, Club Coordinator
ADVENTURE CLUB OUTINGS
March 21, 9 a.m. Depart - The Doseum Tour by United Health Care
March 29, 9 a.m. Depart - UnitedHealth Care Movie Day NW 14 Theatre - Dumbo
April 17, 9 a.m. Depart - Egg Hunt at Woodlawn Park by United Health Care
April 24, 8 a.m. Depart - Salvation Army Senior Parade and Festival
POTTERY CLASSES
Tuesdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Advance Class
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Beginner Class
Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Various Levels
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Pottery Studio
Fridays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Various Levels
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Pottery Studio
Instructor Patty Hoffman
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Virginia Marie Granados Adult and Senior Center
500 Freiling, San Antonio, Texas 78213 (210) 207-3285
Mardi Gras Potluck and King Cake Bake
Tuesday, March 5, 1:45 p.m.
Laissez les bon temps rouler. Wear purple, green, and gold and bring a dish to share. Help make King Cake for dessert Monday, March 4 at 1 p.m. Let the good times roll.
Lions Field Adult and Senior Community Center 2809 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 (210) 207-5380
Virginia Gill Community Center 7902 Westshire Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78227 (210) 207-3237
Explore other Adult and Senior Centers
12x12 Artistic Endeavor Reception
Tuesday, April 9, at 1:30 p.m.
Mingle with Lions Field artists while enjoying some light refreshments. Artists: Pick up a 12x12 board starting March 4, create something on the board and return it no later than April 2 by 8 p.m. Participants may provide their own substrate, but all work must fit into a 12”x12”x12” space. Please ask about membership.
Senior Council Rummage Sale
March 1, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
The Senior Council will be holding their annual Rummage Sale. Tables are $15 indoor and $10 outdoor. For more Information please contact Janie Villarreal at (210) 207-3237. We look forward to seeing you at this event.
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MONTHLY AND WEEKLY ACTIVITIES...
OPEN MUSIC JAM-STUDIO
Monday & Wednesday 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Karaoke VPS
Sing-a-Long
GROUP SING
Chorus
Monday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Karaoke VPS is a voice practice session time where aspiring singers can learn the art of singing solo and in group karaoke style. Guests and friends of singers are encouraged to join us or simply sit in on the fun.
SPECIAL EVENTS
March 14, 11 - 12 Noon St. Patty’s Day Minute to Win It Party Join us on the veranda and try your luck at these fun active games.
March 29, 1 - 3 p.m. Artists of the Month Exhibit Featuring Victor Tello, Cultural Artist Light Refreshments Provided
April 8, 10 - 11 a.m. Golden Egg Hunt Jelly beans, peeps, and marshmallow bunnies will be part of this fun tradition. Bring your own basket and cascarones to this hunt.
April 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Festival de Amigos Come enjoy our Fiesta Celebration. We’ll have a salsa contest, conjunto recital, and plenty of Fiesta foods, drinks, and more. $5 Admission. Tickets on Sale April 1.
SENIOR GAMES FUN WALK March 28, 9:30 - 11 a.m.
O.P. Schnabel Park Advance Registration Required
Commander’s House is currently being renovated through August. Please excuse our appearance while we’re under construction. Remember safety first, exercise caution, park in designed slots only, and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this improvement project.
March - August
May 2019
10 - 1 p.m. Artist of the Month
Featuring Lillie Baltazar, Art Instructor
22 - 10 a.m. Palleta Social in honor of
Older American’s Month
June 2019
6 - 9:30 a.m. Aging Mastery Program
Through August 15
7 - 1 p.m. Artists of the Month
Students of Artist RA Garibay
24 - 10 a.m. AARP Driver Safety
SAVE-THE-DATE
MONDAY
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. FITP POWER WALKING* JACOB BRONER FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ADVANCED SCULPTURE STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ADVANCED PAINTING STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
11:30 - 1:30 p.m. KARAOKE - VPS GLORIA DE LA CRUZ FREE - VOICE PRACTICE SESSION
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. STAINED GLASS ART LARRY DE LUNA $25 MONTHLY
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. ADVANCED SCULPTURE STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. ADVANCED PAINTING STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. OPEN MUSIC JAM-STUDIO SELF LED ENROLLMENT IN MUSIC CLASS
TUESDAY
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. POWER WALK ACROSS AMERICA* GLORIA DE LA CRUZ FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. L.O.V.E. BOOK CLUB MARY L. CARRIZALES FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ADVANCED POTTERY PATTY HOFFMAN $ 20 MONTHLY SUPPLY FEE
10:00 - 10:45 a.m. ZUMBA GOLD/YOGA* SANDRA FRIEDBERG FREE
11:00 - 11:30 a.m. DRUM FITNESS* ANDRES OVALLE FREE
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. BEGINNERS POTTERY PATTY HOFFMAN $20 MONTHLY SUPPLY FEE
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. STAINED GLASS STUDIO SELF LED ENROLLMENT IN STAINED GLASS CLASS
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. DIGITAL DIGEST BOOK CLUB JACOB BRONER FREE
WEDNESDAY
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MELISSA LATIMER TOPS & COSA MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. RIBBON FLOWER MAKING ALICE BERAIN FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. KNITTING & CROCHETING GLORIA TREVINO FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. QUILTING BEE ROWENA LOPEZ FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. POTTERY - VARIOUS LEVELS PATTY HOFFMAN $20 MONTHLY SUPPLY FEE
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. INTRO KEYS - PIANO JAVIER GARCIA $30/$60 PER SESSION 60+/18-59
11:00 - 12:00 p.m. INTRO - BEGGINING GUITAR JAVIER GARCIA $30/$60 PER SESSION 60+/18-59
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. HOBBY CERAMICS JORGE DE LA ROSA $ SUPPLY FEE VARIES PER PROJECT
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. POTTERY STUDIO SELF LED ENROLLMENT IN POTTERY CLASS
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CREATIVE CRAFTING STAFF $ SUPPLY FEE VARIES PER PROJECT
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. OPEN MUSIC JAM - STUDIO SELF LED ENROLLMENT IN MUSIC CLASS
THURSDAY
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. FITP POWER WALKING* JACOB BRONER FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ADVANCED SCULPTURE STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ART FROM THE HEART JORGE / VICTOR TELLO $ SUPPLY FEE VARIES PER PROJECT
10:00 - 10:45 a.m. CHAIR YOGA* GLORIA DE LA CRUZ FREE
11:00 - 11:45 a.m. LINE DANCE FOR FITNESS* OLIVIA VALDEZ FREE
11:00 - 11:45 a.m. C.H. BOOK CLUB (3/21 & 4/18) JUANITA ASHER FREE
1:00 - 3:00 a.m. DRAWING CLASS REBECCA GARIBAY $20 PER MONTH
1:30 - 3:30 a.m. SCRAPBOOKING DIANA BECERRIL ALL PAPER CRAFTERS WELCOME
1:30 - 3:30 a.m. ADVANCED SCULPTURE STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
FRIDAY
9:00 - 10:00 a.m., STRENGTH & BALANCE* RACHEL PEREZ FREE
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ARTISTICO PAINTING STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. POTTERY - VARIOUS LEVELS PATTY HOFFMAN $20 MONTHLY SUPPLY FEE
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. FUN FITNESS WITH SANDY* SANDRA FRIEDBERG FREE
11:00 - 1:00 p.m. PAINT WITH LILLIE LILLIE BALTAZAR $15 PER MONTH
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. DRAWING CLASS REBECCA GARIBAY $20 PER MONTH
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. POTTERY STUDIO SELF LED ENROLLMENT IN POTTERY CLASS
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. ARTISTICO PAINTING STUDIO SELF LED ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY
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*PROGRAM CLASS DETAILS AT THE BOTTOM OF PAGE 6
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GROUPS, CLUBS AND MORE continued...
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Karaoke with Andy
Tuesday
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
It’s time to bring that voice out of the shower and into
the Blue Room!
There’s something for everyone. We provide the
music, you provide the vocals!
TUESDAY BINGO
March 26 & April 23
FRIDAY BINGO
Weekly
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Club Potluck Social
End-of-Month 10:30 a.m.
LADIES OF VICTORY & ENCOURAGEMENT
L.O.V.E. GROUP BOOK CLUB
Tuesday 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Friends, Socials, Crafting,
Outings, Community Service and more.
Mary Lou Carrizales, Club Coordinator
STAINED GLASS CLASS
Monday
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
The art of stained glass, is defined by the sensations it arouses. It is durable, yet fragile, challenging, but yielding to the hands of
each artist. Come learn the art of stained glass.
Instructor Larry De Luna
$25 Monthly Fee
GAME GROUP
Come play table and card games.
Monday-Friday
2 hours of play
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
& 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Esther Maldonado, Club Coordinator
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (T.O.P.S.)
Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
A hands-on, pounds-off approach to weight loss. We can't guarantee
weight loss just by attending meetings; we can offer support
through each stage of the journey, including after you reach your goal
weight.
CARD CLUB
Let’s deck and deal!
1st & 3rd Wednesday
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Sylvia Hernandez, Club Coordinator
REVIEW DATES
& READINGS
March 21, 2019
March novel by Geraldine Brooks
April 18, 2019
Las Nalgas de JLO / JLO’s Booty Columns and writings by
Barbara Renaud Gonzalez
Juanita Asher & Rowena Lopez, Club Coordinators
HAND CRAFTING CLUBS Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Quilting Bee Classroom I
Knit & Crochet Club Meeting Room
Ribbon Flower Making Meeting Room
HECHO-A-MANO
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OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAM NOTES ...
FITNESS EDUCATION CLASSES
Monday and Wednesday April 1 - June 5, 2019 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Instructors: Jorge and Jacob
Register Today! Class Maximum 12
BANDEANDO DANCE &
MARIACHI SINGING CLASS
Tuesday 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Rosie Bella Valdez, Volunteer Instructor
NEW LUNCH PROGRAM COMING!
Effective February 19, the Senior Nutrition Program will provide meals for all
Commander’s House members while the
Kitchen is being remodeled through August 2019. Registration is taking place now. See a staff member to enroll.
Lunch Program Tips:
Meals are for Adult and Senior Members
Meals will be served Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week
Reservations are due a week prior, each Monday by 5 p.m.
Menu provides a choice of meal A or B per meal day
Meals are provided at no cost to members
SEE A STAFF MEMBER FOR MORE DETAILS
NEWS-TO-NOTE
We want to extend our gratitude and appreciation to our business partners, sponsors, donors and friends of Commander’s House for your continued support. In addition, we send a heartfelt thank you to our members for all the thoughtful holiday wishes, cards, and holiday goodies you extended our way this past season. We appreciate your kindness, generosity and
patronage. It’s our pleasure serve you.
.
GUEST SPEAKERS AND PRESENTATIONS...
Young Living Essential Oils
Monday, March 4, 10 a.m.
2018 Chili Chow-Down Winner Best Chili
Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 a.m.
Genexe Health
Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m.
Friday, March 15, 10 a.m.
Tuesday, March 26, 10 a.m.
Thursday, April 11 & 25, 10 a.m.
Shebah Dental
Wednesday, March 20 2019, 10:30 a.m.
Gonzaba Medical
Friday’s, March, 10:30 a.m.
Friday Bingo Sponsor
Liberty Rehab Thursday, April 18, 11:00 a.m.
MK Back to Basics Skin Wellness May 7, 11 a.m.
Jorge, Jacob, Albert, and Gloria
March / April 2019
ONGOING PROGRAM CLASSES...
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NEW ART & CRAFTING CLASSES
Advanced Art Studio: Monday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
& 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Self led painting time for the
advanced artist
Creative Crafting:
Wednesday 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Alternating Weeks
Instructor led class with project supply fee
Art From The Heart:
Thursday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Instructor led class with
project based supply fee
Artistico Painting Studio: Friday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
& 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Self led painting time for currently enrolled
beginner & intermediate students
Paint with Lillie: Fridays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
NEW DAY AND TIME
Instructor Lillie Baltazar, Cultural Artist
$15 Monthly Instructional Fee
For More Information see Jorge De La Rosa, Art Class Program Coordinator
POWER WALKING
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 a.m.
ZUMBA & YOGA COMBO CLASS
Tuesday 10 a.m.
DRUM FITNESS
Tuesday 11 a.m.
CHAIR YOGA
Thursday 10 a.m.
LINE DANCE FOR FITNESS
Thursday 11:00 a.m.
STRENGTH & BALANCE
Friday 9 a.m.
Fun Fitness
Friday 10 a.m.
WEDNESDAY CULTURAL MUSIC CLASSES March 18 - May 16
Instructor Javier Garcia, (210) 207-3132
Intro to Keys/Piano
10 a.m.
Intro Beg-Guitar
11 a.m.
LINE DANCE FITNESS Thursday
11 a.m. - 12 Noon
Drawing with R.A. Garibay Thursday & Friday 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
$20 Monthly Fee
Pottery Studio
Wednesday &
Friday
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Pottery & Sculpture Tuesday Pottery
Advanced
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Beginners
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Friday Pottery Various Levels
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
$20 Supply Fee
Wednesday Pottery Various Levels
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Sculpture
Studio
Mondays
9:30 - 11:30a.m.
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Friday
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
*PROGRAM CLASS DETAILS
All Classes are Co-Ed
Students - Consult with your doctors before participating in a fitness class. Check with staff for any
change that occur after newsletter is distributed.
Open Studio - Studio time is available to students enrolled in Pottery, Painting, Sculpting, Music or
Stained Glass.
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MONTHLY AND WEEKLY ACTIVITIES...
Creative Crafting Recycling Fun!
Wednesday 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
March 6 - Tissue Paper Roll Crafting
March 20 - Water Bottle Flowers
April 10 - Up-Cycled Wreaths
April 24 - Repurposed Spring Hats
Hobby Ceramics & Ceramics Studio Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Jorge De La Rosa, Instructor
Monthly Birthday
Bash Celebration
11:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 21 Tuesday, April 23 Remember to make your reservation in advance
if you plan to stay for the Luncheon.
AARP Safety Driving
Monday, April 29 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lunch Bunch Gamers
Tuesday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 12 Noon
Play Kings Corner, Checkers, Chess, Boogle, Scrabble, Pixie Sticks and various other table games before lunch. Games are provided or bring your own to share. Remember to book your lunch reservation.
Monthly Bunco Clubs
Tuesday - Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Bunco, the art of rolling the dice! Commander’s House hosts 13+ Bunco gaming groups every
month. Groups play once or twice per month with game dues and days varying per group. Group
coordinators are looking for members to fill in their club vacancies. If interested in playing Bunco…
Contact: Jorge De La Rosa,
Community Center Leader (210) 207-3010
ACCORDION CLASSES
By Conjunto Heritage Taller February 26 - April 23
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Instruments Provided
FIESTA RECITAL APRIL 25
LOTERIA MONDAY
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Players may bring own cards.
Potluck Social - Monthly 2nd Monday - 10:30 a.m.