Expanding Horizons A Publication of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District’s

Senior/Active Adult Programs

July-September 2014 Newsletter

Contents:

Special Events & Announcements Pg. 1 Art Classes Pg. 2 Art Classes Continued, Dance and Music Classes Pg. 3 Dance and Music Classes Continued... Pg. 4 Dance and Music Classes Continued, Foreign Language Classes, Featured Artists Pg. 5 Health and Fitness Classes Pg. 6 Health and Fitness Classes Continued… Pg. 7 Special Interest Classes Pg. 8 Nutrition: Luncheons, Sports, Games and Cards, Social Services Pg. 9 Seminars, Extended Trips and Tours Pg. 10 Day Van Trips Pg. 11 Day Van Trips Continued... Pg. 12 Day Van Trips Continued... Pg. 13 Donation Information Pg. 14 Staff Information Back Cover

Other Satellite

Locations:

Hayward Area Senior Center

(HASC) 22325 North Third St. Hayward, CA 94546

Phone: (510) 881-6766

Accessible by bus # 48

(Civic Center Drive in Hayward)

Kenneth C. Aitken Senior & Community Center (KASCC)

17800 Redwood Rd. Castro Valley, CA 94546

Phone: (510) 881-6738

Accessible by bus # 48 (Redwood Road in C.V.)

Visit us on the web at www.haywardrec.org Or email us at hardsenior@haywardrec.org

Matt Jimenez Senior Satellite Group 28200 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA 94544

Phone: (510) 887-0400

Ashland Senior Satellite Group 1530 167th Ave., San Leandro, CA 94578

Phone: (510) 881-6755

BOTH SENIOR CENTERS ARE OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. CLOSED: Friday, July 4, 2014 & Monday, September 1, 2014

Special Events & Announcements

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Ice Cream Social Luau Thursday, July 10 1:30PM-3:00PM KASCC $1.50 per dessert Come and beat the heat and enjoy some ice cream with your friends and family. All ages welcome. Dress in Hawaiian attire to get into the spirit. Please bring exact change. 11th Annual Healthy Living Festival Thursday, July 17 8:00AM-2:00PM HASC $3.00 Please join us for walking around the beautiful Oakland Zoo with more than 2000 seniors. Get information about health, buy fresh vegetables at the Farmers Market and enjoy a delicious healthy FREE lunch. Transportation will be provided by Alameda County, the cost is $3.00. Please register in advance at the Hayward Senior Center 510-881-6766. Hot Summer Dinner & Dance Friday, August 1 5:30PM-10:00PM HASC $17.00 Put on your dancing shoes and dance the night away with Richard Herman’s Band! Enjoy a delicious dinner and wonderful music! Bring your smiling face and enthusiasm! Dress Hawaiian! Must purchase tickets in advance. 5th Saturday Night Dance Saturday, August 30 7:00PM-10:00PM HASC $6/door Enjoy ballroom, swing, Latin and variety music from ballroom dance instructor Ted Rocha. This is a great opportunity to practice your ballroom dance steps, exercise and make new friends! 5th Sunday Dance with Mary Ann Sunday, August 31 1:00PM-4:00PM HASC $6/door Please come and enjoy dancing your favorite dances. Bring a bottle of water and your smile and enthusiasm! Great music, good fun and exercise! No partner needed. Soul Line Dance with Jewel Sunday, September 14 3:00PM-6:00PM HASC $6/door Join our wonderful instructor for an afternoon of soul line dancing. Bring comfortable shoes and a bottle of water. Enjoy great music and exercise! Partner not needed. Grandparent’s Day Celebration & Pancake Breakfast Saturday, September 20 9:00AM-11:00AM KASCC $4.00 adults / $3.00 kids Bring the entire family and enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee! Sulphur Creek Nature Center will be at the event to share some wild critters from 10:00AM-11:00AM. This event is co-sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Hayward-Castro Valley. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door the day of the event. Flu Shot Clinics Friday, September 26 1:00PM-2:30PM KASCC $TBA Friday, October 17 1:00PM-3:30PM HASC $TBA Big Fall Flea Market Saturday, October 4 8:00AM-1:00PM KASCC FREE Everyone is invited to come to this free event. There will be over 55 vendors selling one of a kind items and unusual treasures. There will also be a snack bar and bake sale with homemade goodies, so bring your appetite. Don’t miss this special event! Vendor tables will go on sale Friday, August 15th at 8:30am and will sell out fast. 7th Annual Talent Show Friday, October 17 1:00PM HASC FREE Do you or your family member have a special performing talent? Sing, dance, play musical instruments, stand-up comedy? Please join our team! Everybody welcome to appreciate the talents! Light refreshments will be served. This event is free of charge. Sign up at 510-881-6766.

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Art Classes

Art and Painting All art media is explored: watercolor, oil and acrylic. You will need to buy some supplies. 27225 50 Yr + Wed 9:30AM–12:30PM 7/2-7/30 5 Gunn HASC $25 27226 50 Yr + Wed 9:30AM–12:30PM 8/6-8/27 4 Gunn HASC $20 27227 50 Yr + Wed 9:30AM–12:30PM 9/3-9/24 4 Gunn HASC $20 Art of Drawing and Painting A one-on-one, self paced class that is geared to the student’s own personal level of ability. All levels are welcome. Register at the Castro Valley Adult School. 50 Yr+ Tues 9:00AM-11:30AM 7/8-8/12 6 Gunn KASCC $25 Art Studio 50 Yr+ Thu 8:30AM—12:00PM 6/12-8/21 Volunteer KASCC $3 Drop-in Caning and Refinishing Cane antique chairs and refinish old furniture. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Mon 9:00AM–12:00PM Ongoing Stallknecht KASCC $1 Drop-in Ceramics Low Fire Learn how to form ceramic materials into a desired shape by using your hands or molds and then casting and firing them to produce a finished product. *Material fee of $5-$10 payable to instructor at first class. 27228 50 Yr + Thu 12:00PM–2:00PM 7/3-7/31 5 Shaw HASC $25* 27229 50 Yr + Thu 12:00PM–2:00PM 8/7-8/28 4 Shaw HASC $20* 27230 50 Yr + Thu 12:00PM–2:00PM 9/4-9/25 4 Shaw HASC $20* Chinese Brush Painting Learn how to paint flowers and birds, Chinese style. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Fri 9:00AM–11:00AM Ongoing To HASC $5 Drop-in Crochet and Knitting Learn basics of crochet and knitting. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Tue 11:00AM–12:45PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1 Drop-in 50 Yr + Wed 12:30PM–3:00PM Ongoing Belzer KASCC $1 Drop-in Mosaic Tile Art Mosaic tile projects for beginners: planters, gardens stepping stones, and garden art decorations. *Material fee of $5-$10 payable to instructor at first class. 27280 50 Yr + Mon 9:30AM–12:00PM 9/8-9/29 4 Kliest HASC $20* Needle Arts This is a friendly, informal group that meets to do mostly needlepoint, count stitch and crewel. 50 Yr + Fri 9:00AM–12:30PM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 Drop-in One Stroke Decorative Painting Learn to paint the Donna Dewberry way. *Material fee of $5.00 payable to instructor at first class. 27232 50 Yr + Tue 9:00AM–11:00AM 7/1-7/29 5 Underwood HASC $25* 27233 50 Yr + Tue 9:00AM–11:00AM 8/5-8/26 4 Underwood HASC $20* 27234 50 Yr + Tue 9:00AM–11:00AM 9/2-9/30 5 Underwood HASC $25* Quilting for Seniors Learn the basics of quilting to create a beautiful quilt. Be your own boss and work at your own speed. 50 Yr + Thu 9:00AM–12:00pm Ongoing Volunteer HASC $2 Drop-in

Art Classes Continued... Wood Carving Begin with a piece of wood and using special tools, learn how to chisel and carve it into something beautiful. Work at your own pace and ability. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Tue 12:30PM–3:30PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $2 Drop-in

Woodworking and Crafts Get hands-on experience with the tools and techniques used to transform a piece of lumber into a useful object. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. Mandatory Safety Training Required. Call HASC to sign up for free class. 50 Yr + T/W/Th 9:00AM–3:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $2 Drop-in

Dance and Music Classes

Ballroom Dance Beginning Learn basic ballroom steps. Practice the Foxtrot, Rumba, Salsa, Waltz & more! No partner or previous dance experience required. 27238 50 Yr + Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM 7/1-7/29 5 Rocha HASC $25 27239 50 Yr + Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM 8/5-8/26 4 Rocha HASC $20 27240 50 Yr + Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM 9/2-9/30 5 Rocha HASC $25 Intermediate Partners, dance shoes and minimum of one year training recommended. 27241 50 Yr + Tue 8:00PM–9:00PM 7/1-7/29 5 Rocha HASC $25 27242 50 Yr + Tue 8:00PM–9:00PM 8/5-8/26 4 Rocha HASC $20 27243 50 Yr + Tue 8:00PM–9:00PM 9/2-9/30 5 Rocha HASC $25 Dance- Basics Learn the basics of all dances– no matter what type and look great while you dance. 28212 50 Yr + Tue 5:15PM-6:45PM 8/5-8/19 3 DeNike HASC $15 28213 50 Yr + Tue 5:15PM-6:45PM 9/2-9/30 5 DeNike HASC $25 Folk Dance Build strength, flexibility and agility while savoring music and dance styles from around the world, featuring Hungarian, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Israeli, Greek, Scottish and more! 27321 50 Yr + Mon 10:30AM-12:00PM 8/4-8/18 3 De Nike HASC $15 27322 50 Yr + Mon 10:30AM-12:00PM 9/8-9/29 4 De Nike HASC $20 Hawaiian Hula Dance Learn to move those hips Hawaiian Style while listening to warm and tropical music in this fun and exciting class. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Thu 11:00AM–12:15PM Ongoing Hanan KASCC $3 Drop-in Hula-n-Ukulele Aloha! Move those hips! Learn simple dance steps and learn to play the ukulele. Please bring your own instrument. All levels welcome. 50 Yr + Thu 10:30AM-12:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $3 Drop-in

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Line Dance Classes Keep fit while exercising the line dance way. Classes explore a variety of music, including country western, cha-cha and disco. A partner is not necessary. These are Drop-in Classes. Beginning Mon 10:00AM-11:30AM Ongoing Nicolaus HASC $3.50 Beg./Intermediate Tue 10:00AM–12:00PM Ongoing Nocera KASCC $3.50 Advanced Beginning Mon 7:00PM–8:30PM Ongoing Clayton HASC $4.00 Advanced Beginning Fri 10:00AM-11:30AM Ongoing Nicolaus HASC $3.50 All Levels Wed 7:00PM-8:30PM Ongoing Marez HASC $4.00 Live Band Dance Dance to oldies & big band music, no partner needed. Or just come and enjoy the music. 50 Yr + Mon 10:00AM–11:30AM Ongoing Pinky KASCC FREE 50 Yr + Thu 10:00AM–11:30AM Ongoing Herman HASC FREE Operas and Ballets For Music Lovers This class features presentations of the worlds best operas! This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Wed 1:00PM–2:30PM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 Drop-in Senior Sing-Along Chorus Lend a voice and come sing with us. Learn new tunes and have a lot of fun! 50 Yr + Mon 2:00PM–3:00PM Ongoing Zigenis KASCC $1 Drop-in Soul Line Dance Learn line dance steps to the music of rhythm and blues, hip-hop, smooth jazz, zydeco, and others. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. 50 Yr + Fri 6:00PM–7:30PM Ongoing Lucas HASC $4 Drop-in Tap Dancing Learn the age-old art of tap dance with styles ranging from Fred Astaire to Gene Kelly. Classes will emphasize footwork and the expression of rhythm through sound. Tap shoes are required for this class. Adult Tap I- Beginning 27137 50 Yr+ Mon 1:30PM-2:30PM 7/21-8/11 4 Nordgren-Taddi CVPA2 $20 28234 50 Yr+ Mon 1:30PM-2:30PM 9/8/9/29 4 Nordgren-Taddi CVPA2 $20 Adult Tap II- Intermediate 27135 50 Yr+ Thur 1:00PM-2:00PM 7/24-8/14 4 CVPA Staff CVPA 2 $20 28232 50 Yr+ Thur 1:00PM-2:00PM 9/4-9/25 4 CVPA Staff CVPA 2 $20

*The Castro Valley Performing Arts Center is located at 3575 Somerset Avenue in Castro Valley. You must register for Tap Dance at the HARD District Office or on-line at www.haywardrec.org.

Dance and Music Classes Continued...

Dancing and music have many benefits:

Helps improve balance Improves strength and gait Helps improve cognitive abilities Dancing has social benefits

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Foreign Language Classes

Dance and Music Classes Continued...

Featured Artists

Ukulele E Hele Mai! Join us to share the Hawaiian culture with songs and strumming of the Ukulele. Beginning 27246 50 Yr + Wed 6:00PM-7:00PM 7/16-7/30 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 27247 50 Yr + Wed 6:00PM-7:00PM 8/6-8/20 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 27248 50 Yr + Wed 6:00PM-7:00PM 9/3-9/17 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 Advanced 27249 50 Yr + Wed 7:15PM-8:15PM 7/16-7/30 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 27250 50 Yr + Wed 7:15PM-8:15PM 8/6-8/20 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 27251 50 Yr + Wed 7:15PM-8:15PM 9/3-9/17 3 Kama’i-Paler HASC $15 Ukulele– Practice If you know how to play the ukulele you’re welcome to join this class and master your ability. 50 Yr + 1st, 3rd & 5th Tues. 2:00PM-4:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1 Drop-in

French – Conversational Learn to speak French and also learn aspects of French culture, history and cooking. 27298 50 Yr + Wed 10:00AM-11:30AM 7/2-7/30 5 Avellar HASC $25 27299 50 Yr + Wed 10:00AM-11:30AM 8/6-8/27 4 Avellar HASC $20 27300 50 Yr + Wed 10:00AM-11:30AM 9/3-9/24 4 Avellar HASC $20 German – Conversational Learn to speak German for basic conversation or just to keep your mind sharp. 27301 50 Yr+ Tue 1:00PM-2:00PM I: 7/1-9/16 12 Volunteer HASC $10 27302 50 Yr + Tue 2:00PM-3:00PM II: 7/1-9/16 12 Volunteer HASC $10

Kenneth Aitken Senior Center

Drawing, sketching and painting have been a lifelong passion of Ellen Bailey’s since she picked up her first crayons as a child. Watercolor is her medium of choice. Her inspirations include children, animals, an abundant vegetable garden and

even the pounding ocean.

Barbara Berrner became fascinated with the process of silk-screening an image on paper and printing on material. Recently she has added tissue paper to her work, successfully combining several mediums into one piece of art. Barbara’s works are in various private collections, the city of Livermore and the Triton Museum in Santa Clara.

Join Ellen & Barbara for an artist talk on July 8th at 10:30AM.

Hayward Senior Center

Dick Albert’s works will be displayed from July 9-September 9. After retiring as an English teacher, Dick studied watercolor with John Komisar at Chabot College to learn how to do properly what he had been doing on his own since childhood. Most of his paintings are either from his yearly Death Valley camping-painting trips in January or his annual

ten day visit to Morro Bay.

Health and Fitness Classes Badminton 50 Yr + Wed 8:30AM-11:00AM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1 Drop-in Breathe, Meditate, Heal Learn how to release and let go so you can direct your breath and your thoughts to assist in healing and keeping you whole. 27254 50 Yr + Wed 2:15PM-3:15PM 7/2-7/30 5 Jean HASC $25 27255 50 Yr + Wed 2:15PM-3:15PM 8/6 & 8/27 2 Jean HASC $10 2725650 Yr + Wed 2:15PM-3:15PM 9/3-9/24 4 Jean HASC $20 Fitness for Active Adults Lots of stretching, low impact aerobic dancing, strength training with light weights and floor exercises. Register at the Castro Valley Adult School. 55 Yr + W/F 8:00AM–10:00AM 7/2-8/15 Nohr KASCC $43 Laugh Yoga This gentle exercise combines laughter with deep breathing, plenty of smiles and giggles, and will lift your mood and bring stress relief. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on site. 50 Yr + Thu 3:00PM–3:55PM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 Drop-in Nice & Easy Movement Lots of chair exercises, stretching, low impact dancing and strength training with light weights. No floor exercises. Register at the Castro Valley Adult School. Monday class held at CVAS. 50 Yr + W/F 10:00AM–11:15AM 7/2-8/15 Farrell KASCC $39 Qigong Practice Practice sessions led by students. Consists of 64 simple movements that flow from one movement to the next. 50 Yr + Tue 10:00AM-11:00AM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1 Drop-in 50 Yr + Fri 10:00AM-11:15AM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 Drop-in Sit-n-Fit-NEW! Learn beneficial movements designed to increase your range of motion, augment flexibility and balance, enhance vitality and strengthen your sense of inner calm. 29023 50 Yr + Wed 8:45AM-9:45AM 9/3-9/24 4 Jean HASC $20 Stretch and Strength Tailored to incorporate benefits of stretching and weight lifting. Utilize mats, stretch bands, yoga blocks & weights. 27263 50 Yr + Wed 1:00PM–2:00PM 7/2-7/30 5 Jean HASC $25 27264 50 Yr + Wed 1:00PM–2:00PM 8/6 & 8/27 2 Jean HASC $10 27265 50 Yr + Wed 1:00PM–2:00PM 9/3-9/24 4 Jean HASC $20 Table Tennis (Ping Pong) Table Tennis delivers a great workout that is healthy and fun! This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. Advanced 50 Yr + Tue 1:00PM-4:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1.50 Drop-in 50 Yr + Fri 11:00AM-1:30PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1.50 Drop-in Beginner / Intermediate 50 Yr + Wed 1:00PM-4:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1.50 Drop-in 50 Yr + Fri 1:30PM-4:00PM Ongoing Volunteer HASC $1.50 Drop-in

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Health and Fitness Classes continued….

Tai Chi Chih All Levels 27286 50 Yr + Thu 9:00AM-10:00AM 7/3-7/31 5 McAlister HASC $25 27287 50 Yr + Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM 8/7-8/28 4 McAlister HASC $20 27288 50 Yr + Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM 9/4-9/25 4 McAlister HASC $20 27283 50 Yr + Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM 7/11-7/25 3 Triggs HASC $15 27284 50 Yr + Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM 8/1-8/29 5 Triggs HASC $25 27285 50 Yr + Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM 9/5-9/26 4 Triggs HASC $20 Tai Chi Chuan- Advanced 50 Yr + Thu 10:00AM–11:00AM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $2 Drop-in Yoga Practicing yoga increases your ability to focus, remain mentally sharp and creates energy while having a calming effect. 27309 50 Yr + Mon 8:45AM-9:45AM 7/7-7/28 4 Korzun HASC $20 27310 50 Yr + Mon 8:45AM-9:45AM 8/4-8/25 4 Korzun HASC $20 27311 50 Yr + Mon 8:45AM-9:45AM 9/8-9/29 4 Korzun HASC $20 27312 50 Yr + Thu 6:00PM-7:00PM 7/3-7/31 5 Jean HASC $50 27313 50 Yr + Thu 6:00PM-7:00PM 8/7 & 8/28 2 Jean HASC $15 27314 50 Yr + Thu 6:00PM-7:00PM 9/4-9/25 4 Jean HASC $40 Restorative Yoga 27317 50 Yr + T 9:30AM-10:30AM 7/1-7/29 5 Tran KASCC $25 27318 50 Yr + T 9:30AM-10:30AM 8/5-8/26 4 Tran KASCC $20 28409 50 Yr + T 9:30AM-10:30AM 9/2-9/30 5 Tran KASCC $25 Zumba Gold Fitness that is innovative, fun and exciting! Latin and international dance rhythms designed for active older adults. 27306 50 Yr + Tue 8:45AM-9:45AM 7/1-7/29 5 Alcantar HASC $25 27307 50 Yr + Tue 8:45AM-9:45AM 8/5-8/26 4 Alcantar HASC $20 27308 50 Yr + Tue 8:45AM-9:45AM 9/2-9/23 4 Alcantar HASC $20 27303 50 Yr + Fri 2:50PM–3:50PM 7/11-7/25 3 Alcantar HASC $15 27304 50 Yr + Fri 2:50PM–3:50PM 8/1-8/29 5 Alcantar HASC $25 27305 50 Yr + Fri 2:50PM– 3:50PM 9/5-9/26 4 Alcantar HASC $20

Longtime, Dedicated Volunteer Retires

James May has been a volunteer in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) for over 10 years. Jim started as a income tax preparer at the Kenneth Aitken Senior Center, but quickly took on a leadership role, that included leading training, ordering materials, attending meetings, preparing taxes, transmitting taxes, trouble shooting tax problems and mentoring

other volunteers. Under Jim’s leadership, the tax program improved greatly, becoming more efficient and having the lowest rejection rates for

taxes filed to the IRS in the area. Jim has left us a better program than when he started and we know the hundreds of seniors, families, other

volunteers and staff will miss him dearly. We wish he and his wife much enjoyment in retirement and in their travels.

Special Interest Classes

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Art of Creative Writing 28510 50 Yr + Mon 1:00PM-3:00PM 9/8-11/24 12 Volunteer HASC $12 Books and Conversation Discuss books covering a wide variety of topics. 50 Yr + Mon 10:30AM–11:30AM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 drop-in Cooking Class Taught by Executive/Private Chef Desserts– Variety: Tiramisu, Fruit Tarts, Chocolate Tortes, Éclairs and more! 28705 18 Yr+ Sat 9:30AM-1:30PM 9/13 1 Hart KASCC $60* *$20 material fee due to instructor Computers– Beginning 27324 50 Yr + Mon 12:30PM-2:30PM 8/4-8/18 3 De Nike HASC $20 Computers– Facebook 27327 50 Yr + Mon 2:15PM-3:45PM 9/8-9/22 3 De Nike HASC $15 Computers- Internet Plus Learn how to surf the internet and navigate e-mail. 27325 50 Yr + Mon 12:30PM-2:00PM 9/8-9/29 4 De Nike HASC $20 Current Events Participants exchange ideas and thoughts on current events that affect our world, locally and globally. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Thu 1:30PM–3:00PM Ongoing Volunteer KASCC $1 Drop-in Digital Photography– Introduction 3 hour session of lecture and practical hands on instruction to help you with your personal camera. 28757 50 Yr + Tue 9:00AM-12:00PM 9/16 1 Foote HASC $20 Senior Scribes: Write to Exercise Your Brain 28416 50 Yr + Thu 10:00AM-12:00PM 9/4-12/11 14 Volunteer KASCC $14 Shakespeare – Cultural Literacy View Shakespeare’s plays and related subjects on video. Discuss the writing, times and themes. This is a drop-in class, fee is payable on-site. 50 Yr + Tue 12:30PM–2:30PM Ongoing Sheldon KASCC $1 Drop-in Travel Photography 27373 50 Yr+ Tue 9:00AM-12:00PM 7/15 1 Foote HASC $20

Did you know that you can have this “Expanding Horizons” Newsletter mailed right to your home and support the Senior Centers? There are approximately 150 people supporting the Senior Center and we ask that you consider joining. See page 14 for more information.

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Nutrition: Luncheon Program

Lunches are provided by Spectrum Community Services. Reservations must be made by 12:00 noon the previous business day. Reservations can be made in person or by calling the senior center. If you are not able to make lunch and have a reservation, please call the senior center to cancel your reservation. Chef Salad can be substituted for any lunch entrée everyday. Hamburgers or veggie burgers are available alternatives on soup days. Luncheon Schedule: Monday-Thursday 12noon Kenneth Aitken Senior Center $3.75 (suggested donation for 60+) (510) 881-6738 $6.00 (non-senior fee) Monday-Friday 12noon Hayward Area Senior Center $3.75 (suggested donation for 60+) (510) 881-6766 $6.00 (non-senior fee)

Sports, Games and Cards

Social Services

10 Minute Massage By appointment, Thursday Hayward Senior Center 10 Minute Massage By appointment, Monday Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Blood Pressure Screening Last Wednesday 9:00-11:00am Hayward Senior Center Blood Pressure Screening 1st Tuesday of the month • 9:30 am Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Hayward Deaf Senior Group 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Hayward Senior Center Health Screening/Foot Care By appointment, last Wednesday Hayward Senior Center Health Screening/Foot Care By appointment, first Tuesday Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Hi-Cap/Medical Claims Counseling By appointment Both Senior Centers Income Tax Assistance at tax season By appointment Both Senior Centers Information & Assistance Monday- Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Both Senior Centers Legal Assistance By appointment Both Senior Centers Mercy Brown Bag Food Distribution 2nd and 4th Fridays • 1:00-2:00pm Hayward Senior Center

Billiards/Pool Tables** Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm Hayward & Aitken Senior Centers Bingo Monday & Thursday • 1:15pm Hayward Area Senior Center Bingo Tuesdays • 1:15pm Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Cards: Bridge* Mondays & Tuesdays • 9:00am-12noon Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Cards: Duplicate Bridge Wednesdays & Fridays • 12noon Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Cards: Pinochle* Tuesdays & Fridays • 10:00am-4:00pm Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Chess* Mondays and Fridays • 12:30-4:00pm Hayward Area Senior Center Mahjong (Chinese Style) Thursdays • 1:00-4:00 p.m. Hayward Area Senior Center Senior Softball: Call 317-2303 for more information on Senior Leagues (50+ and 65+) *Cards & Chess: $.50 cent per day drop-in fee or $4.00 per month per person. **Pool Tables: $1.00 per day drop-in fee or $10.00 per month per person.

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Seminars

HAYWARD AREA SENIOR CENTER

You and your vision Tuesday , July 15 11:15AM Dr. Mehta Free Dr. Mehta will discuss general eye care tips, the most common eye diseases to affect seniors: cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, aging macular degeneration, eye infections, red eye and dry or watery eyes. He will also discuss the common treatments for these diseases. Please join us to learn more on how to keep your eyes healthy. Shingles Tuesday, August 19 11:15AM Cyndi Uy Free It’s a simple fact that your immune system can weaken with age. And as a result, your chances of developing the Shingles rash increases as you get older. Please join us to learn about it and see what you can do to prevent this. AARP Driver Safety Program Tuesday, September 2 8:45AM-1:15PM $15 AARP Members/ $20 Non-Members This class is only for renewal students. Enrollees should bring their expiring certificates as proof of renewal status. KENNETH AITKEN SENIOR CENTER

AARP Driver Safety Program 8 hour class for new or renewing students, must attend both dates. $15 AARP Members/ $20 Non-Members. 50 Yr + Mon 11:30AM-3:30PM 8/4 Lai KASCC 50 Yr + Tue 11:30AM-3:30PM 8/5 Lai KASCC

Extended Trips & Tours

Black Oak Casino Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Package includes round trip transportation from Kenneth Aitken Senior Center. Receive $10 free play, $5.00 match play and $5 food credit (packages are subject to change). Cost is $25.00 per HARD resident and $35.00 per non-resident. Driver gratuity is not included. Sign up in person at the Kenneth Aitken Senior Center. Must pay by check made out to American Stage Tours. Venice and the Italian Lakes October 19, 2015 ~ Featuring 7 nights on Lake Como HIGHLIGHTS… Milan City Tour, Milan Duomo, Lake Como Cruise, Bellagio, Verona, Romeo & Juliet Balcony, Verona Arena, Venice, Venice Gondola Ride, Doge’s Palace & St. Marks Basillica, Lugano, Switzerland, Monte, Bre Cable Car, Italian Motors & Flavors optional, Stresa optional. Rates begin at $3,395.00 (add $700 for single supplement). Tour presented by Premier World Discovery. Come to a free, no pressure presentation on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 11:00am at the Hayward Senior Center in the Main Hall.

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Please see page 13 for van trips and motor coach tours sign up procedures and refund polices.

Chateau St. Jean Winery Tour & Tasting, Kenwood Tuesday, July 15 Guided tour of the winery– walk through the Mediterranean inspired gardens and stroll through the historic chateau while tasting five different wines. Lunch on your own after. Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost & Admission Cost: $45.00 per person (Tour booked in advance-no refunds!) Sunset Magazine Gardens & Stanford University Tuesday, July 22 Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the Sunset Gardens and a one hour guided tour of the Stanford University Campus. Lunch and shopping on your own in Palo Alto after. Departs: Hayward Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost: $20.00 per person Olema in Marin County Wednesday, July 23 Come with us as we head north up the coast to the sleepy town of Olema, adjacent to the Pt. Reyes National Seashore. We’ll stop for lunch somewhere and visit Pt. Reyes Station. Bring a jacket, as we will be on the coast. Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Dennis Van Cost: $20.00 per person SF Ferry Building via Ferry Tuesday, July 29 Enjoy a pleasant ferry boat ride to San Francisco from Jack London Square in Oakland. Explore the Embarcadero shops and eateries. Departs: Hayward Area Senior Center at 8:15 a.m. Driver: Burt Van Cost: $25.00 per person Ferry Cost: ages 65+ $6.20 round trip / adults $12.50 round trip (payable on ferry) SF Zoo, Lands End & Sutro Baths Tuesday, August 12 Enjoy walking around the zoo and seeing all of the animals. Afterwards, go to “Land’s End” at the edge of the Pacific Ocean and see the ruins of Sutro Baths. Lunch on your own. Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 9:00a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost: $25.00 per person Admission Cost: Ages 65+ $14.00 / Adults $17.00 (payable on-site) Pt. Reyes National Seashore Wednesday, August 13 Visit one of the greatest parks in the world. We’ll go to the Visitor Center, Drakes Bay and have lunch in the great town of Inverness. Van Departs: Hayward Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Dennis Van Cost: $20.00 per person Angel Island via Tiburon Ferry Thursday, August 21 Learn of some of the earliest inhabitants of the Bay Area. The island has a history of an Immigration Station, stationed US military troops and then become a State Park. A motorized tram tour is available with audio guides for an extra fee. Van Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. Driver: Burt Van Cost: $25.00 per person Admission Cost: $13.50 (payable on ferry-cash only)

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Fort Ross Park, Sonoma Thursday, August 28 Tour the museum and historical buildings and grounds. Lunch on your own after. Van Departs: Hayward Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost: $20.00 per person Admission Cost: $7.00 (payable on-site) Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve Monday, September 8 Once the location of California’s largest coal mining operation, five coal mining towns thrived in the Black Diamond area where nearly four million tons of coal “black diamonds” were removed from the earth. Lunch in nearby downtown Antioch. Van Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. Driver: Burt Van Cost: $20.00 per person Dows Wetland in Antioch Wednesday, September 10 A 470 acre wildlife preserve along a scenic stretch of land on the San Joaquin River, created in 1989. With walking trails (relatively flat), beaver ponds, tidal wetlands and marsh areas. It’s a beautiful area that is home to many, many different species of birds. Van Departs: Hayward Area Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Joel Van Cost: $20.00 per person Capitola Art & Wine Festival Saturday, September 13 Art, wine, music, food and more all in charming Capitola Village. Wine tasting requires the purchase of a 2014 festival glass and tasting tokens. Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost: $25.00 per person Marine Mammal Center & Model of the Bay Wednesday, September 17 The Marine Mammal Center is a non profit veterinary research hospital and educational center dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of ill and injured marine mammals. Model of the Bay features a replica model of the SF Bay, built to test the effects of dredging and other projects. Lunch in Sausalito on your own after. Van Departs: Hayward Area Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Driver: Joel Van Cost: $20.00 per person Admission Cost: Donations Welcome Pescadero Thursday, September 18 Come and learn how locals live out their livelihood with spicy crab cioppino, olallieberries, goat cheese and artichokes from local farmers. Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. Driver: Burt Van Cost: $20.00 per person Mercer Caverns, Murphy’s Tuesday, September 23 The 45 minute guided tour is moderately strenuous, mainly on the way out due to the steepness of the stairs. Many of the steps are along steep and narrow stairways. Wear comfortable nonslip walking shoes. Lunch on your own after. Van Departs: Hayward Area Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. Driver: Nick Van Cost: $25.00 per person Admission Cost: $15.00 (payable on-site) Treasure Island Fine Dining Wednesday, October 8 Enjoy a 3 course meal provided by the Job Corps Culinary Program. Take in the beautiful views from the island. Van Departs: Kenneth Aitken Senior Center at 10:00 a.m. Driver: Burt

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Van Trips and Motor Coach Tours Procedures and Refund Policies:

Please note: Participants taking day van trips should expect to be gone for the duration of the day unless otherwise noted. Day Trips can return after 5:00 pm when the center is closed. Please make sure your ride home is scheduled in advance. Van drivers can not drive you home. Participants must have a way of getting home promptly when we return.

Van Trip Procedures: No one, including Senior Center Supporters, are allowed to sign up before the 1st business day of the month that the Expanding Horizons is released. Participants will be able to sign up for only one trip per Center during the first two weeks of the Expanding Horizons release. Put your name and phone number on the waiting list for other trips you are interested in and we will call you after the first two weeks if we have an opening. You must sign up for your desired trip from the Cen-ter that the van departs. Non-residents of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District must pay an additional non-resident fee of $5.00 per trip. Van Trip Refund Procedures: No refunds will be issued if less than 24 hours of notification is received for the day trips. All Van Trip cancellations are subject to a $5.00 service charge and may take up to 21 days to process. In cases, where the Senior Center purchases admission tickets on your behalf, and the ticket company has a no refund policy, we will be unable to issue a refund to you. Motor Coach Refund Procedures: Refunds will be issued only upon the Senior Centers cancellation of a trip or a specific cancellation policy by the Tour Company is in place. If a participant cancels within ten (10) business days of a trip, it will be the responsibility of the said participant to find a replacement or forfeit the refund. All motor coach cancellations made by participants are subject to a $5.00 service charge. Non-residents of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park Dis-trict must pay an additional non-resident fee of $10.00 per coach trip. It is the policy of American Stage Tours to wait no longer than 15 minutes. If a participant is late and the bus has left it is the responsibility of the trip participant to make their own arrangements for the return trip home and it will be at their own cost.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER!

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District can use your

help. We are looking for volunteers to work in our fabulous

Senior / Active Adult programs! Volunteers are needed to

work at the front desk, in the nutrition lunch program,

bingo program, special events, senior van drivers,

class instructors, entertainment for events, etc. Please come

and share your talents and energy with us!

Call (510) 881-6768 for more information.

Golden Nook Boutique Gift Shop Handmade items for sale by talented seniors in our community. Located at the

Hayward Area Senior Center. Great shopping opportunity for unique and affordable

gifts. We are also seeking new artists to sell handmade items. Sales are on

commission, making this a great opportunity to make some extra money.

Call 510-881-6766 for hours, directions or more information.

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Use this form to make a donation or to become a HARD Senior Center Supporter

Senior Center Supporter Benefits Include: Expanding Horizons Newsletter mailed to your home, personalized Senior Center Supporter Card, PLUS the satisfaction of knowing you are supporting your Senior Centers. Status is good for 12 months. Senior Center Supporter Cost is:

$25.00 per HARD resident $35.00 per HARD non-resident $40.00 per HARD resident couple $50.00 for HARD non-resident couple

Please accept my donation of: $_____________ For_____HARD Senior Supporter Card(s).

Your Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________

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Consider making a contribution : In Memory of__________ In Honor of_______ Celebration of_____________

We will send a notice.

Please Notify ________________________________________________________of this gift.

Address: _________________________________________________Zip: ________________

Please use my donation for the following purpose: Hayward Area Senior Center Kenneth C. Aitken Senior Center Where the need is greatest

Make Checks payable to H.A.R.D. and mail to: Senior Programs: 1099 E Street, Hayward, CA 94541

Donation Information

Please help support H.A.R.D.’s Senior / Active Adult Programs:

Providing quality programming for over 35 years! Have you ever considered making a donation to the Senior Centers? Or have you ever considered remembering us in your will or trust?

When specified, donations received are used for the support of Senior/Active Adult Programs. All Senior Center donations are gratefully accepted. Contributions can be made payable to:

Greater Hayward Area Recreation and Park Foundation: 1099 E Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Call 881-6768 for more information.

THANK YOU to our generous donors in March - May 2014. We greatly need and appreciate your support!

Claire Abernethy, Anita Affonso, Joleen Amesquita, John Aranda, Barbara Bevis, Veronica Bigelow, Larry L. Brown, Frances Bunow, Orlando Bustos, Theodora Carvounnis, Soledad Cervantes, Mazie Chavez,

Robert & Carol Christensen, Judy Coppes, Mary Davis, Bonnie De Costa, Loretta S. Dodig, Christina Fernandez, Adam Ferreira, Frank Gonzales, Diana Hanna, Betty Heavingham, Luis & Alice Hidalgo,

Carol Holt, Mary Lou Jones, Irene Jose, Ellen Lee, Cornelia Linney, Dolores Littier, Ralph & Joyce Littlejohn, Nani Lozier, Carole Lundell, Betty MacDonald, Helen Maes, Manuel & Helen Manzo, Aileen Mathisen,

Rafaela Page, Katherine Pekonen, Carole Smith, Inge Smith, John Sousa, Edward Stich, Francisco Taracatac, Gerard Tillson, Edward Urquides, Sylvia D. Velasco, Shirley E. Viner, Glee A. Wales,

Tom Watson, John Westen & Wendy Winsted

Applied General Agency Inc., Costco, Eden Garden Club, Food Source, HomeAide Home Care, Lucky’s, Safeway

A special THANKS to Alameda County Area Agency on Aging and United Way for their grant support!

Hayward Area Recreation & Park District Senior/Active Adult Programs 1099 E Street, Hayward, CA 94541

H.A.R.D. Recreation Staff: Contact Information Mila Mishina, Hayward Senior Center Coordinator mism@haywardrec.org 510-881-6766 Jen Tibbetts, Kenneth Aitken Senior Center Recreation Coordinator tibj@haywardrec.org 510-881-6742 Daniela Keiffer, Recreation Supervisor keid@haywardrec.org 510-881-6768 H.A.R.D. Administrative Staff: Kerrilyn Ely, Superintendent of Recreation John Gouveia, General Manager

H.A.R.D. Board of Directors: Louis M. Andrade, Paul W. Hodges Jr., Minane Jameson, Carol A. Pereira, Dennis Waespi

The Mission of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District is to enrich the quality of life for our

community by providing a variety of recreational activities, parks and facilities that promote

health, wellness, learning and fun.

Continuing to Create Community Through People, Parks and Programs Since 1944

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