town of danville silver streak newsletter march april 2011

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Danville Senior Services

(925) 314-3490

During the renovations of the Veterans Memorial Building all classes for seniors will continue to be held at the Town Meeting Hall, Village Theatre, and the Danville and Oak Hill Park Community Centers. Please check the Silver Streak Newsletter for location changes for your favorite class, program or event. If you have any questions about the relocation of senior programs, contact Jane Laris, Program Supervisor, at (925) 314-3465 or [email protected].

A Newsletter of ProgrAms, Activities ANd commuNity services AvAilAble to older Adult resideNts

INSIDESenior Sneakers Trips 2-4 Buzz Sessions 4-5Local Spotlight 5 Book Club and Movies 6Registration Form InsertClasses 7-8Creative Pursuits and Fun & Games 9Health & Wellness 10 Community Resources 11 Special Events 11

Senior Services Sub-committee

Do you have an idea for a new activity or an improved procedure for Senior Services? Attend the quarterly meetings to be heard by the decision makers.

Next Meeting:

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

4:00 p.m.

Town Meeting Hall

Lend-a-Hand Day

Saturday, April 30, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. The Town of Danville and an estimated 100 volunteers from the

community are joining forces to Lend-a-Hand in the community by helping older adults in need who reside in the Danville local area. The annual Lend-a-Hand Day event, now in its eighth year, provides senior citizens no-cost yard cleanup and minor home repairs. The event will take place on Saturday, April 30, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Individuals who would like to have help with their yard work or who want to assist as a volunteer with a work crew should contact Senior Services Coordinator, Jenn Overmoe at (925) 314-3491. Applications can be picked up at the Danville Community Center. Please have all applications returned to Jenn Overmoe no later than April 13.

Oak Hill Park 3005 Stone Valley Road

Community Center 420 Front Street

Town Meeting Hall 201 Front Street

Village Theatre & Art Gallery233 Front Street

MARCH/APRIL 2011

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Senior Sneakers Trips

ACTIVITY LEVELSEach trip has an Activity Level. Plus, you must be able to walk six steep steps to board the bus. Choose your level carefully:

LEVEL 1: Easy, sitting/little walking. Must be able to stand 10 minutes without assistance or bring your walker or wheelchair.LEVEL 2: Small amount of walkingLEVEL 3: Moderate to heavy walkingLEVEL 4: Heavy amount of walking/standingLEVEL 5: Strenuous walking/hiking

If you aren’t sure where you fit, give us a call at (925) 314-3490. Please let us know if you have any physical limitations prior to signing up for a trip so that we can accommodate your needs ahead of time.

Refund Policy:When registration falls below the minimum enrollment required, it may be necessary to cancel a trip. At the time of cancellation, the Town will initiate a full refund. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for refunds to be processed. Withdrawal and refund requests must be submitted at least five working days prior to the trip. You may elect to receive a credit on your account with no fees charged or a refund less a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds cannot be given for any reason for trips designated NON-REFUNDABLE..

Prices are subject to change due to enrollment changes.

In Case of Emergency:Please call Senior Services to verify that your emergency contact information is current.

Since prompt medical care is crucial in an emergency, the Town would like to ensure we have the most current information for each participant.

IMPORTANT

Explore, Learn and be Entertained!The Town of Danville’s Senior Sneakers program is a great way

to make new friends and get out and around the greater Bay Area. There is always something new to see and learn. Either way, you will have a great time. Mail or drop off your registration form to the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville, CA 94526. The Community Center is conveniently located adjacent to the Danville Library. Danville resident registrations submitted prior to the first day of registration will be entered on Wednesday, February 16, at 8:30 a.m., and non-resident registrations will be processed on Thursday, February 17, at 8:30 a.m.

Phone registration will take place after the second day of registration. To register over the phone with a Visa, Master Card or American Express, please contact the Danville Community Center at (925) 314-3400. Trips will meet at the Danville Park & Ride lot (Sycamore Valley Boulevard) unless otherwise noted. Please note! The times listed for each Senior Sneaker trip are approximate. Staff will mail out a detailed checklist approximately one week before the trip with the exact meeting time. If you register shortly before the day of the trip, please request this information from the registrar’s office (Community Center front desk) at the time of registration.

Registration Priority: Due to the high demand of the Town’s Senior Sneaker program, seniors will be limited to registering for two trips per month, or a total of four per issue of the Silver Streak newsletter. When choosing your trips, please number them in order of priority. See registration form for additional information.


Senior Sneakers Trips

Trips for March and April Sacramento Capitol and California Museum Tour Wednesday, March 2, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Join us on an informative tour of the State Capitol. Our guides will provide us with an overall tour of the Capitol building. Be one of the first to see the new picture of Governor Schwarzenegger as we tour the gallery and learn about the history of past governors. We will then walk one block to the Secretary of State Building for lunch at the Gold Rush Grille. Following lunch, we will walk upstairs to the California Museum. The first part of the tour will be in the museum’s classroom featuring a presentation on the Japanese immigration experience. The volunteer docents will share personal stories of this dark time in American history. For the second part of the tour, the group will move to the museum’s exhibit, “Uprooted! the Japanese American Experience During WWII” and proceed to tour a re-created barrack with an internment camp survivor guide. Cost: $46 resident; $55 non-resident. Price includes transportation, tour, and lunch.

Activity Level: 3-4

Treasure Island and Golden Gate International Expo with Docent Craig Smith Thursday, March 10, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Join us on a guided tour with docent, Craig Smith, as he takes us on a historical tour of Treasure Island. We will visit the Pan Am Terminal, see the naval mural and learn the history of the 1939 World’s Fair. You won’t want to forget your camera while enjoying wonderful views of the San Francisco Bay on this fantastic journey throughout the island. Lunch and tour will be held at the U.S. Job Corps Culinary Academy. After lunch, we will see the Diego Rivera Mural Fresco created for the 1939 World’s Fair, and tour the uniquely designed Theater on City College campus in San Francisco. Cost: $42 resident; $50 non-resident. Price includes transportation, tour and lunch.

Activity Level: 3-4

“Fiddler on the Roof,” San Jose Performing Arts CenterSaturday, March 19, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Witness the magic of one of the most celebrated musicals in the history of musical theatre. Based on the book “Tevye and His Daughters,” the musical addresses timeless family issues, both dramatic and light-hearted. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience with this Tony Award winning musical. Famous musical selections include “Tradition,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I were a Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” You will be dropped off prior to the performance at Santana Row for shopping and lunch on your own. Cost: $70 resident; $84 non-resident. Price includes transportation and admission. Bring money for your lunch and shopping.

Activity Level: 1-2

Cache Creek Casino Tuesday, March 22, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Enjoy sights along the highway and fields blooming with spring blossoms as we make our way to Cache Creek Casino in Brooks, California. We’ll try our luck at the slots and tables for the day. Cost: $20 resident; $24 non-resident. Price includes transportation. Bring money for lunch on your own.

Activity Level: 1-2

San Francisco International Airport Tour, Sky Train, Moraga Stairs and AIDS MemorialThursday, April 7, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

San Francisco tour guide, Craig Smith, will take us on a tour of the San Francisco Airport art exhibits, airport museum and a replica of the original 1937 airport. Without the stress of air flight travel, we will take a 20 minute ride on the sky train around the entire airport. After our tour, lunch will be held at Buon Gusto, an Italian- Sicilian restaurant renowned for great food and great service in South San Francisco. Following lunch, we will visit the Moraga steps in San Francisco and see the beautiful mosaic stairs at Larsen’s Peak. We

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Senior Sneakers Trips & Buzz Sessions

end with the National AIDS Memorial in Golden Gate Park with a walk down the path to the Circle of Friends Memorial. Cost: $54 resident; $65 non-resident. Price includes transportation, tour and lunch.

Activity Level: 3-4

Asparagus Festival, StocktonFriday, April 15, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

San Joaquin County’s most prestigious agriculture product inspired the creation of the Stockton Asparagus Festival 23 years ago. The Stockton Asparagus Festival is a three-day event filled with food, and most of all, asparagus! The festival features two performance stages, an Asparagus Alley with the best deep-fried asparagus, one of the finest celebrity chef cooking demonstration kitchens, a fabulous Spear-its of the Valley wine and beer pavilion, and a craft show exhibiting more than 70 food products and 100 specialty merchant vendors. Join us on our trip for an afternoon celebrating asparagus.Cost: $17 resident; $20 non-resident. Price includes transportation. Bring $7 (cash) for admission and money for food and souvenirs.

Activity Level: 3-4

Gamble Gardens Tour and Lunch in Downtown Palo Alto Wednesday, April 27, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Our trip to Palo Alto starts out with a docent-led tour of the beautiful Elizabeth F. Gamble Gardens. A non-profit community horticulture foundation, the 2.5 acre property includes an historic home, carriage house, tea house, and formal and demonstration garden. Our guide will include historical and horticulture information. After the tour, we will have lunch at SHOKOLAAT in downtown Palo Alto. Following lunch, there will be time alloted to browse the shops in the downtown area. Cost: $37 resident; $44 non-resident. Price includes transportation, tour and lunch.

Activity Level: 3-4

Meeting with Premier World DiscoveryTuesday, February 8, 1:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

Come join a representative from Premier World Discovery to discuss the proposed trips for 2011 which will include Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Great Lakes Adventure, and Cape Cod. FREE

Buzz SessionsWhat's the buzz on topics and issues facing today's older adults? Join us to talk with the experts. Buzz Sessions are FREE!

How to Keep the Brain Fit Tuesday, March 1, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 5, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.(You only need to register for one presentation)Location: Town Meeting Hall

“How to Age-Proof your Brain.” This presentation contains information on the most recent neuro-science research and clinical results to reverse brain issues that were thought to be uncorrectable. Senior brain fitness programs will be addressed which include prevention of dementia, Alzheimers, “Chemo Brain” after chemotherapy, and sound therapy solutions to mental function slowing due to aging. If members of the class need further information, we will demonstrate how to create right-ear dominance to improve memory and mental focus. A portion of the lecture will address how to team up the left and right sides of the brain to eliminate anxiety for adults of all ages. FREE

Brain Power at Your FingertipsTuesday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

Looking for an easy and highly effective way to keep your mind fresh and agile? Pick up a pen! A daily handwriting practice just happens to be great exercise for your brain. The Vimala System of Handwriting ensures you get the most out of the time you spend on that practice. Join Certified Handwriting Consultant, Lucy Grace Yaldezian, for this lively one-hour introduction. You’ll leave with a new respect for the important relationship between your handwriting and a healthy, vibrant brain, as well as specific techniques to help you be your best self. FREE

Surviving Hearing Loss Tuesday, April 12, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

Hearing loss presents a drastic shift in the lifestyle of many. In this session, presenter Linda Drattell from the Deaf Counseling, Advocacy and Referral Agency, discusses the various causes of hearing loss and ways to cope with the change. The discussion focuses especially on how to identify the crisis that


Buzz Sessions & Local Spotlight

Local Spotlight: Grace Chiu Grace grew up in Taipei, Taiwan, China, the capital of

the Republic of China where she attended the Taipei First Girls High School. Growing up in Taipei, Grace’s focus was to get excellent grades so she could get into the best colleges, and in due time was accepted into a college close to home. Her mother didn’t want Grace to spend any of her time cooking, therefore Grace didn’t learn to cook until later in life.

Soon after completing college, Grace was engaged to be married. She and her fiancé moved to the United States in order to continue her education in graduate school. During her graduate school years, she took various jobs teaching Algebra, Calculus and Statistics. By then, Grace and her fiancé were married, but she still didn’t know how to cook! Her graduate school advisor’s wife took Grace under her wing and gave Grace her first cooking lessons- showing her the basics of food preparation and baking. One of the first lessons she learned was to prepare American foods such as turkey and roast beef.

Grace and her friends liked to host dinner parties which helped them learn to cook new foods and that is when Grace realized that cooking was fun and relaxing and she began to develop her own cooking style. Over the next few years, she worked as a Senior Biostatistician at a biomedical research institute. At that point in time, she had two children and continued to exchange recipes with friends, co-workers and associates.

In 1985, Grace and her family moved to California, where her husband was offered a new job. Her family first purchased a home in San Ramon, and within a few years, purchased a home in Danville, where they are still living today. In 1985, Grace began working at PG&E. Over the years, she took various positions in the company, but most of her work was very stressful, especially the years when she worked as the Manager of Risk Management. Therfore, she used her love of cooking on the weekends in order to relax and spend time with her family.

Grace’s cooking philosophy consisted of three things:

simplicity, keeping the original flavor and color, and planning economic dishes by preparing more than one meal at a time. Cooking in Grace’s home is a family affair. She has always encouraged her children to cook with her because it has been a great bonding time for the family.

Grace has been retired for over a year now. When she is not spending time with her aging parents, Grace likes to share her cooking secrets through cooking classes. She currently teaches as a volunteer for the Town of Danville Senior Services cooking demonstration program, the Golden Crane Senior Center in Alamo, and for the Taipei First Girls High School Alumni Association of Northern California. Grace enjoys cooking for others because when they smile, it makes her very happy.

Grace’s other hobbies are singing soprano in the Zhi Yin Choir Group, line-dancing and hiking. For the past two years, Grace has been working on a cookbook that will be published in early 2011 titled, “A Taste from Traditional Chinese Cuisine to Every Day Simple Western Meals.” The book will be a journey and compilation of her favorite recipes.

Her advice to other seniors, “Get a lot of enjoyment and fill your life with joy. Be involved and get together with others; it makes life more meaningful.”

some go through when they lose their hearing, how they perceive themselves and how others perceive them. In this presentation, participants will learn how to adapt to this shift in their lifestyle through various coping strategies. The presentation includes valuable information and a question-and-answer session for anyone who is going through hearing loss or knows someone who is. FREE

New Health Care Reform PresentationTuesday, April 26, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

Have questions about the new changes in health care? Join in on an informative discussion about the new health care reform. Presented by the Unitarian Universalist Legislative Ministry of California, this presentation will answer many questions regarding the new health care bill including Medicare changes, issues regarding pre-existing conditions, new community health centers and much more. The UULM does this as part of the Central Valley Education Project, which is sponsored by Health Access in partnership with EQUAL Health Network and the UULM.


MARCH Book

Half Broke Horses by Jeanenette Walls “Walls re-imagines the life of her grandmother, Lily Casey, who by age six was helping her father break horses. At 15, she left home to teach in a frontier town--riding 500 miles on her pony to get to her post. She learned to drive a car, fly a plane, and with her husband, managed a vast ranch in Ari-zona, surviving tornadoes, droughts, floods, and the Great Depression.

(Meets: March 8 in the Mt. Diablo Room, Library)

APRil Book

Queen of the Desert,Shaper of NationsBy Geogina Howell

Gertrude Bell was at one time the most powerful woman in the British Empire and was the driving force behind the creation of modern-day Iraq. This work is a richly compelling portrait of a woman who transcended the restrictions of her class and times and created a remarkable and enduring legacy.

(Meets: April 12)

looking for someone with whom to discuss the latest novel with? Join friends each month as they discuss the pre-selected books listed below. Participants are responsible for obtaining and reading their own book and should read it prior to attending the discussion. We meet the second Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Town Meeting Hall. FREE!

Are you an avid reader,

Danville Senior Book Club

Silver Screen Movies Location: Village Theatre Movies are shown every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Village Theatre. Popcorn will be served. Licensing restrictions prohibit publishing the titles of scheduled movies. Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 to get a list of scheduled movies.

Book Club & Movies

March 4

March 11-No Movie

March 18

March 25

April 1

April 8-No Movie

April 15

April 22

April 29

No Pre-Registration Required


Classes CLASSES LISTED ALPHABETICALLY

ClassesAARP Driver Safety ProgramFridays, March 11-March 18 (You must attend both classes), 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, ClassroomInstructor: AARP Driving Instructor

A refresher course designed for drivers 50 and older, this course covers normal physical changes and provides techniques to compensate for these changes. The course fosters defensive driving practices to stay alive in today’s fast moving highways and includes an auto insurance discount certificate. Bring a $12 check for members and a $14 check for non-members check made payable to AARP to the first class.

Ballroom/Latin Dance ClassMondays, (1st Session) March 14-April 186:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.(2nd Session) April 25-June 6 (No class on 5/30), 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Location: Danville Community CenterInstructor: Joallyn Bohn

Learn or improve on your ballroom dancing (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Swing, etc.). The object is to have fun and enjoy moving around the floor. A terrific way to get in some good exercise and socialization. Singles as well as couples welcome. Everyone gets to dance. Cost: $78 resident; $94 non-resident for each session.

Bridge GamesThursdays, March 24-June 9, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak RoomInstructors: Judy Lowe, Bob Collins

These duplicate games are specifically designed for the intermediate player and are sanctioned by the ACBL. Bring your favorite partner or come single. Each week, there will be a 15-minute mini-lesson prior to playing. Cost: $62 resident; $74 non-resident.

Cane DoMondays, March 7-March 28 and April 4-April 25 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Bob Worthington

This is a specialized, senior self-defense training class incorporating the use of a walking cane. Class consists 10-15 minutes of warm-up/lecture, and 45-50 minutes of training where you will learn proper techniques that will include how to hold, twirl, strike, poke, jab and block. For those who depend on the cane for vertical (standing) support, self-defense techniques include those that can be performed in a sitting position. Please bring your own cane. Cost: $15

DancerciseWednesdays, March 2-April 2710:45 a.m.–11:35 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Mei Mei Tsai

A variety of steps will be learned and combined to make a dance routine. This class is designed to be fun and to help people build strong minds and happy hearts. Cost: FREE

Ideas for your Native and Drought Tolerant Garden Monday, March 21, 10:30 a.m. Location: Library, Mount Diablo Room Volunteer Instructor: Bonnie Epstein

Many of us would like gardens full of plants that require less care, water, and soil amendments. This class will provide information about specific plants that thrive in dry climates by visiting actual public and private gardens. Participants will learn all about how to care for indigenous plants that grow successfully in our local environment and require less attention. The first class will meet at the Town of Danville Library on March 21 at 10:30 am. All other classes will be field trips to public and private gardens. At the first meeting, we will discuss various locations, flexible times, logistics and a bit about gardens. We will plan to do six garden visits as weather allows. Bring your garden shoes, favorite plant ideas, and your green thumb! Cost: FREE

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Korean DanceWednesdays, March 2-April 2711:40 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Mija Barron

This dance is a cultural dance. The Korean culture is learned through dance movement and steps. Cost: FREE

Luk Tung Kuen ExerciseWednesdays, March 2-April 2710:00 a.m.–10:40 a.m. Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Chia Chia Chien

This is a very popular worldwide exercise with 36 postures. Each posture has its own pattern, which is repeated 5–10 times. Cost: FREE

Senior Aerobics Wednesdays, March 2-April 201:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sylvia Rodriguez

Improve your heart health with a group class that includes low-impact stretching and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel for floor exercises. Cost: $20

Senior YogaMondays, March 14-June 6, 11:00 a.m-12:15 p.m.Mondays, March 14-June 6, 12:30 p.m-1:45 p.m.Wednesdays, March 16-June 8, 8:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.Location: Mondays—Town Meeting HallWednesdays—Danville Community CenterInstructor: Marcia Conroy

Yoga is for everyone, no matter what age or how flexible you are. This class will take you through a series of gentle stretches and joint movements for increased flexibility and an expanded range of motion. You will also learn breathing techniques to help balance your body, mind and emotions. Wear comfortable clothes and

bring a mat and firm blanket. It is also best to practice yoga on an empty stomach. Cost for classes on Mondays, is $114 resident; $137 non-resident and on Wednesdays is $124 resident; $149 non-resident.

StretchingTuesdays/Thursdays, March 1-March 31 and April 5-April 21, 3:45 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sylvia Rodriguez

Workout includes stretching exercises to improve posture, range of motion, coordination and balance. Bring a mat or towel. Cost: $20 each session

Tai Gi Wednesdays, March 2-April 279:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.Location: Town Meeting HallInstructor: Sulina Wong

Learn a popular cultural dance with body movement, balance control, muscle coordination and stretches. Cost: FREE

The Auteur: Film Criticism & InterpretationWednesdays, March 9-May 25 (No class on 3/16, 4/13, 4/20, 5/4), 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.Location: Library, Mount Diablo RoomInstructor: Kit Fisher

Who are the great filmmakers of today or the recent past? Why are they good? Script, dialogue, narrative style, production values, music, cinematography and art direction will be evaluated. Six to ten directors and their films will be viewed and analyzed. Cost: $10

ZumbaMondays, March 7-April 25, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Thursdays, March 3-April 28, 6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center (Mondays) Town Meeting Hall (Thursdays)Instructor: Betsey Syms

Zumba is an international rhythm-inspired dance/ fitness class which incorporate fast and slow dance intervals to create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system. Cost: $20 each session



Creative Pursuits and Fun & Games

Unstructured GamesThere is no structured play, and no guarantee there will be people in attendance. FREEBridge (Drop-In): Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Chinese Mah Jongg; Mondays, 2:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m.American Mah Jongg Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

If you are interested in volunteering your time to teach lessons for any of the games listed above, contact Liz Rowe(925) 314-3458 or [email protected]

One-on-One Computer Tutoring:Tuesdays, by appointment: 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Thursdays , by appointment: 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall, Conference RoomVolunteer Instructor: Ed Bader (Tuesdays), Stefan Rubendall and Chuck Bieneman (Thursdays)

What You Wanted to Know About Computers But Were Afraid to Ask. Questions on Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA, System 7 Operating Systems, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet browsing using Internet Explorer, backing up files, copying and pasting files and/or pictures to external media, attaching files or pictures to e-mail, and configuring new laptops, are welcome at all sessions If you have an appointment regarding your e-mail account, please bring your e-mail address and password login information. Students may bring their own laptop or a laptop with Windows XP will be provided for use during your appointment. Schedule an appointment by calling (925) 314- 3400. Pre-registration required at least a week in advance. Cost: $2/per tutoring appointment (non-refundable)

ONLY ONE APPOINTMENT PER MONTH PLEASE!

Digital Photo FunThe Town of Danville no longer has a permanent

digital photography volunteer tutor. We are currently looking for a volunteer tutor who has a special talent in photography and would like to offer tutoring appointments in the future.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer instructor, please contact Senior Services coordinator, Jenn Overmoe (925) 314-3491.

Hiking ClubThe Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) is open to

adults ages 55 and up. The group will set out from the San Ramon Valley Museum (corner of Prospect and Railroad Avenue) on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 8:45 a.m. and return about 1:00 p.m. Most hikes are not strenuous, but gradients are involved due to the local terrain. Distances are usually 4-5 miles, and the pace is moderate. Trailheads are reached via carpools; passengers are asked to make a donation of 10 cents/mile to the driver. If you think that you are physically active and want to join us for a hike, contact Jenn Overmoe, Program Coordinator, (925) 314-3491 or email [email protected].

Wii for SeniorsTuesdays, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall

The Wii Nintendo game system is available for anyone who would like to test their skills at bowling or golf. We hope to encourage healthy competition between participants. Lessons on using the Wii will be provided prior to the start of the games. Pre-registration is required. Please call the Senior Services office to reserve a space, (925) 314-3490. Cost: FREE


Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness Programs For Seniors

Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP)Wednesdays, March 9 and April 13Tuesdays, March 22 and April 26Location: Danville Community Center

HICAP offers free counseling services to anyone on Medicare or at least 60 years old. Counselors help clients with Medicare bills and guide seniors through the appeal process if benefits are denied. Counselors also compare policies. Appointments are available the 2nd Wednesdays and 4th Tuesdays of each month. For an appointment, call 314-3400.

Free Blood Pressure Screening1st and 3rd Mondays, 10:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.Location: Danville Community Center

Seniors can drop in at the Community Center for a free blood-pressure screening provided by John Muir Senior Services. No appointments necessary.

Free Insurance CounselingWednesdays, by appointment only30-minute increments

Ever have questions for your insurance agent but were afraid to ask? Worry no more! Please call Senior Services for a free, by-appointment only session with a retired insurance agent. Leonard Bowe will help you with auto, homeowners, and life insurance, as well as any other general insurance questions you might have. These appointments are free and can be scheduled by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490.

Free Memory ScreeningLocation: Town Meeting Hall, Conference Room

There are many reasons for memory loss, from simple age-related decline to more serious conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. Many times, memory loss can be improved by medical treatment. Early diagnosis and intervention provides the best outcome. Meet experts who will provide informational materials. Seniors can schedule an appointment for memory screening provided by Caring Solutions by calling Senior Services (925) 314-3490. Appointments last approximately 20 minutes and will be scheduled on March 28 and April 25 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Please call to schedule an appointment.

Welcome to Medicare SeminarSaturday, March 12 and April 9, 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (please sign up for only one session).Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Contra Costa County Staff or HICAP Counselors

A workshop for those new to Medicare. You will learn about Parts A, B, C & D and the benefits they offer. Learn ways to supplement Medicare using a Medigap or Medicare Advantage plan and how to select a Part D prescription drug plan. Extensive materials provided. Registration required. Cost: FREE!


Community Resources

Adult/Senior Resource GuideThe Active Adult Resource Guide is available on the Town

of Danville's website www.danville.ca.gov, or call the Senior Services office to have a copy mailed to you (925-314-3490).

Local Community Resources for SeniorsChinese American Senior CenterTuesdays, 1:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m.Location: Pleasant Hill Senior Center

Enjoy Tai-Chi, Chinese arts and crafts, cooking and Chinese writing. Contact Chia-Chia Chien at (925) 362-3651.

Danville Senior Citizens ClubEvery Monday, 9:45 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Location: Danville Community Center

Bingo, Mah-Jongg, and more. New members always welcome! $12 for one year. Contact Patricia Graber at (925) 443-0268.

Danville “Primetime”Sponsored by Community Presbyterian ChurchEvery Tuesday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Location: Danville Community Presbyterian Church, 222 West El Pintado

Exercise, line-dancing, crafts, mah-jongg, educational speakers, and a $4 home-cooked lunch are available. Call Rosy Steele at (925) 552-9675 for questions or to be added to the mailing list.

St. Isidore’s “Young at Heart”Third Tuesday, 11:15 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Location: St. Isidore’s, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville

Mass in Ministry Center at 11:15 a.m. is optional. Lunch is at 11:45 a.m. at no charge; non-profit bingo follows. Reservations appreciated. Please call Joan Signer at (925) 820-4447.

Seniors BridgeEvery Friday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Location: Town Meeting HallCost is $1 per person, per day.

Call Jerri Kaldem at (925) 837-6283 for reservations. Experienced players only please.

Special EventsPre-registration required for all special events. Please call 314-3400 to register.

Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon Thursday, March 17, 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m.Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center

Top o’ the morn to you! Enjoy a traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage and kick off this most festive day of the year, dressed in green of course! Please make sure to register early. Cost: $9

Lunch at the Peasant and the Pear Restaurant and Role Players Performance Sunday, April 17, 12:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.Location: Peasant and the Pear Restaurant (267 Hartz Avenue) and Village Theatre (233 Front Street)

The day begins at the Peasant and the Pear restaurant (selections will be made prior to the trip). Your choice of entrees will consist of the restaurant’s house specialties. Following the meal, the group will stroll over to the Village Theatre to see the Role Players Ensemble performance “The Foreigner.” Laugh out loud as comedy enters front and center in this hilarious romp. The Foreigner received two Obie Awards and two Outer Critics Circle Awards as Best New American Play and Best Off-Broadway Production. Please register early. There are a limited amount of tickets for the performance. Cost: $38


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Town of DanvilleSenior Services420 Front StreetDanville, CA 94526

Visit the Town of Danville on the Web: www.danville.ca.govDanville Senior Services (925) 314-3490

Registration Registration begins for

Danville residents, Wednesday, February 16 at 8:30 a.m., and for non-residents on Thursday, February 17 at 8:30 a.m. Registration forms can be dropped off or mailed to the Community Center at 420 Front Street, Danville, CA 94526. All resident registrations submitted prior to the first day of registration will be entered on Wednesday, February 16 with no priority given. Non-resident registration will begin on Thursday, February 17. Phone registration will take place after the second day of registration.

Please call (925) 314-3400 with any questions.

Volunteers Wanted!

Volunteer opportunities are also available for driving seniors to appointments, leading walks, facilitating book clubs, organizing card games such as Bunco or Mah-Jongg, or help with office work such as filing, answering calls, mailings, and helping with monthly special events. Contact Liz Rowe at (925) 314-3458 or [email protected] for more information.

Share Your Interests!

Do you have a unique skill or hobby? Do you love to travel? Do you have a special craft? The Town of Danville is looking for seniors who are interested in providing short and informal presentations about personal hobbies or interests. This is a great way to share your abilities with others in the Danville Community! If you are interested in sharing your hobby with a small group, please contact Senior Services Coordinator, Jenn Overmoe at (925) 314-3491 or [email protected]

INSTRUCTIONS: To register, check the Register box next to each activity in which you would like to participate and the initials of the person registering. For trips please rank your trip choice from 1 (most desired) to 7 (least desired). You will receive a receipt in the mail confirming that you have been registered for the activities you selected. R = fee for Danville residents; NR = fee for non-residents.

Priority (1-7)

Participant Initials

SENIOR SNEAKER TRIPS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Rank trip choices using 1 as first choice through 7 for last choice in the Priority Column

Sacramento Capitol/

C.A. Museum Tours

Barcode: 22838

Wednesday,

March 2 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

R $46

NR $55

Treasure Island Tour

Barcode: 22841

Thursday,

March 10 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

R $42

NR $50

“Fiddler on the Roof”

Barcode: 22839

Saturday,

March 19 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

R $70

NR $84

Cache Creek Casino

Barcode: 22842

Tuesday,

March 22 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

R $20

NR $24

San Francisco Airport Tour

Barcode: 22837

Thursday,

April 7 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

R $54

NR $65

Asparagus Festival

Barcode: 22840

Friday,

April 15 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

R $17

NR $20

Gamble Gardens Tour

Barcode: 22836

Wednesday,

April 27 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

R $37

NR $44

Register (X)


SPECIAL EVENTS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon

Barcode: 20909

Thursday,

March 17 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. $9

Lunch and Role Players Performance

Barcode: 22760

Sunday,

April 17 12:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. $38

Register (X)


BUZZ SESSIONS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

How to Keep the Brain Fit

Barcode: 20935

Tuesday,

March 1 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Free

How to Keep the Brain Fit

Barcode: 20936

Tuesday,

April 5 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Free

Brain Power at Your Finger Tips

Barcode: 22843

Tuesday,

March 8 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Free

Surviving Hearing Loss

Barcode: 22844

Tuesday,

April 12 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Free

New Health Care Reform

Barcode: 22845

Tuesday,

April 26 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Free

Register (X)


BOOK CLUB Date Time

(approximate) Fee

March

Barcode: 22846

Tuesday,

March 8 10:30 a.m. Free

April

Barcode: 22847

Tuesday,

April 12 10:30 a.m. Free

Register (X)


CLASSES/ACTIVITIES Date Time

(approximate) Fee

AARP Driver Safety Program

Barcode: 20178

Fridays, 3/11 and 3/18

You must attend both classes

9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

AARP members-$12 check/non-members-$14

check

Ballroom/Latin Dance

Barcode: 21204 Mondays, 3/14-4/18

6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. R $78

NR $94

Ballroom/Latin Dance

Barcode: 21208 Mondays, 4/25-6/6

6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. R $78

NR $94

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Register (X)


CLASSES/ACTIVITIES - Continued

Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Bridge Games

Barcode: 21205

Thursdays, 3/24-6/9 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

R $62 NR $74

Cane-Do – March

Barcode: 21004

Mondays, 3/7-3/28 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $15

Cane-Do – April

Barcode: 21005

Mondays, 4/4-4/25 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $15

Dancercise

Barcode: 21010

Wednesdays,

3/2-4/27 10:45 a.m.- 11:35 a.m. Free

Ideas for your Native and

Drought Tolerant Garden

Barcode: 22850

Monday,

March 21 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Free

Korean Dance

Barcode: 21011

Wednesdays,

3/2-4/27 11:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free

Luk Tung Kuen

Barcode: 21012

Wednesdays,

3/2-4/27 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Free

Senior Aerobics

Barcode: 20941

Wednesdays,

3/2-4/20 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Free

Senior Yoga-Mondays

Barcode: 21199

Mondays,

3/14-6/6 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

R $114

NR $137

Senior Yoga-Mondays

Barcode: 21200

Mondays,

3/14-6/6 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

R $114

NR $137

Senior Yoga-Wednesdays

Barcode: 21198

Wednesdays,

3/16-6/8 8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

R $124

NR $149

Stretching—March

Barcode: 21016

Tues/Thurs.

3/1-3/31 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. $20

Stretching—April

Barcode: 22787

Tues/Thurs.

4/5-4/21 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. $20

Tai Gi

Barcode: 21013

Wednesdays,

3/2-4/27 9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m Free

The Auteur: Film Criticism

Barcode: 22776

Wednesdays,

3/9-5/25 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. $10

Zumba-Mondays

Barcode: 20923

Mondays,

3/7-4/25 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $20

Zumba-Thursdays

Barcode: 20924

Thursdays,

3/3-4/28 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m. $20

Register (X)


HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Welcome to Medicare

Barcode: 20950 Saturday,

March 12 10:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Free

Welcome to Medicare

Barcode: 20951 Saturday,

April 9 10:00 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Free

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If you wish to register by mail, please fill out the form and mail with payment to: Danville Community Center

Attn: Class Registrations, 420 Front St., Danville, CA 94526. Checks payable to “Town of Danville”

(Circle One): Check Cash (exact amount) MasterCard Visa AMEX

Name:_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________Zip:_____________Phone:__________________

E-Mail Address________________________________________________________________________________________

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