Step back into life at the

Senior Center of Elk Grove a self-funded 501(c)3 non-profit organization

August 2018

In anticipation of their new store which

will be located at 7400 Elk Grove Blvd.,

Costco Wholesale will be at the Senior

Center on Saturday, August 11, 2018

during the Pancake Breakfast to introduce

themselves to the Elk Grove Community.

Gift bags, giveaways and special offers will be available. Plus, Seniors

who attend the Pancake Breakfast may sign up for an exclusive

Costco VIP event on the evening of September 26th, before the

official opening of the store the following day. This is a can’t-

miss breakfast!

Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast Everyone is Welcome

A fundraiser for the Senior Center of Elk Grove

Saturday, August 11, 2018 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Craving a delicious, old fashioned breakfast?

All are welcome at the Lion’s Club Pancake

Breakfast every 2nd Saturday of the month.

The menu includes pancakes, sausage, bacon,

eggs, juice, fruit and coffee. This hearty breakfast

is $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

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The Senior Center of Elk Grove is excited to offer

Ma'alahi Hula

This easy and gentle Hula class is suitable for most fitness

levels and can be done sitting as well as standing.

A very beautiful and expressive form of dance, Hula features

hand movements signifying aspects of nature, such as the

swaying of a tree in the breeze or a wave in the ocean, or a

feeling or emotion, such as fondness or yearning.

Please join us Tuesdays beginning August 14, 2018

at 2:00 PM with Instructor Sally Mortell for this

fun, new experience in exercise.

$2 Members - $3 Non-Members

Summer + Salad = YUM

Summertime is the perfect time for a cool, fresh

salad. Join us each Tuesday and Wednesday

from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM for a delicious

salad at our Salad Bar. Fresh lettuce, tomatoes,

assorted vegetables, cheese, olives and

croutons plus your choice of dressing makes an

outstanding lunch for everyone. Each In-house

salad is only $3.50 and Take Out salads are

$4.00. Tickets are sold on Salad Bar Days.

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Genealogy - Tuesdays at 2:00 PM

Are you interested in discovering your ancestry?

Whether you’re new to the process or have grown your family tree down to the

last leaf, this interest group is the perfect place for you. You can share your

search techniques, your discoveries or maybe uncover a family secret or two.

The Center is delighted to announce that Guide Karen Nahoun has returned to

help you discover new and interesting facts about you and your family.

DROP IN EACH TUESDAY AT 2:00 PM AND TAKE ADVANTAGE

OF THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SEARCH ONLINE WITH

KAREN AS YOUR GUIDE.

This drop-in class is $2 for members and $3 for non-members.

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Mosquito Maintenance Checklist

Did you

know?

Mosquitoes

can fly about

1 to 1.5 miles

per hour.

Did you know? 'Mosquito' means 'little fly' in Span-

ish.

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Mosquitos - Protect Yourself

& Your Pets

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In This Month: August

August 2, 1776 - In Philadelphia, most of the 55 members of the Continental Congress

signed the parchment copy of the Declaration of Independence.

August 5, 1861 - President Abraham Lincoln signed into law the first Federal income tax,

a 3 percent tax on incomes over $800, as an emergency wartime measure during the

Civil War. However, the tax was never actually put into effect.

August 6-10, 1787 - The Great Debate occurred during the Constitutional Convention.

Outcomes included the establishment of a four-year term of office for the President,

granting Congress the right to regulate foreign trade and interstate commerce, and the

appointment of a committee to prepare a final draft of the Constitution.

August 14, 1935 - President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act establishing the

system which guarantees pensions to those who retire at age 65. The Social Security

system also aids states in providing financial aid to dependent children, the blind and

others, as well as administering a system of unemployment insurance.

August 14, 1945 - V-J Day, commemorating President Truman's announcement that

Japan had surrendered to the Allies.

August 15, 1969 - Woodstock began in a field near Yasgur's Farm at Bethel, New York.

The three-day concert featured 24 rock bands and drew a crowd of more than 300,000

young people. The event came to symbolize the counter-culture movement of the

1960's.

August 16, 1977 - Elvis Presley was pronounced dead at the Memphis Baptist Hospital

at 3:30 p.m., at age 42.

August 18, 1920 - The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, granting

women the right to vote.

August 21, 1959 - President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a proclamation admitting

Hawaii to the Union as the 50th state.

August 31, 1997 - Britain's Princess Diana died at age 36 from massive internal injuries

suffered in a high-speed car crash.

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Famous Birthdays Trivia: August

August 1, 1779 - Star-Spangled Banner author _____________ (1779-1843) was born

in Frederick County, Maryland. After witnessing the British bombardment of Fort

McHenry on the night of September 13-14, 1814, he was enthralled to see the

American flag still flying over the fort at daybreak. He then wrote the poem originally

entitled Defense of Fort McHenry which became the U.S. National Anthem in 1931.

August 4, 1901 - Jazz trumpet player ___________ (1901-1971) was born in New

Orleans, Louisiana. Known as "Satchmo," he appeared in many films and is best known

for his renditions of It's a Wonderful World and Hello, Dolly.

August 10, 1874 -________ (1874-1964) the 31st U.S. President was born in West

Branch, Iowa. He was the first President born west of the Mississippi.

August 12, 1881 - Film pioneer ________ (1881-1959) was born in Ashfield,

Massachusetts. He produced over 70 major films including Cleopatra, The Ten

Commandments, and The Greatest Show on Earth.

August 13, 1899 - British film director _________ (1899-1980) was born in London.

His suspenseful films included classics such as The 39 Steps, Rebecca, Suspicion,

Notorious, Rear Window, The Birds, Psycho and Frenzy.

August 17, 1786 - American frontiersman ________ (1786-1836) was born in Hawkins

County, Tennessee. He was a farmer, scout and politician who perished at age 49 during

the final heroic defense of the Alamo in Texas.

August 25, 1918 - American conductor and composer __________ (1918-1990) was

born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Considered one of the finest conductors in American

music history, his works included West Side Story, On the Town, and the opera Candide.

August 27, 1910 - ___________ (1910-1997) was born (as Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu) in

Skopje, Yugoslavia. She founded a religious order of nuns in Calcutta, India, called the

Missionaries of Charity and spent her life working to help the poor and sick of India.

August 30, 1797- Frankenstein author _________ (1797-1851) was born in London.

Answers on page 15

Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

8:00 - 8:30 Tai Chi $20/4 session card Library

8:30 - 9:30 Aerobics $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

8:30 - 9:30 Zumba Gold $5 per class Creative Arts Room

8:30 - 9:30 Aerobics $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

9:00 Crafters No fee Classroom

8:30 - 9:30 Aerobics $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

9:30 - 10:30 Balance Matters Chair Fitness $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

10:00 - 10:30 Tai Chi $20/4 session card Or $5/class Library

9:00 - 11:00 Painting $1 Member $2 Non-member Creative Arts Room

10:00 - 11:00 Chair Exercise $1 Member $2 Non-member Dining Room

10:00 - 11:00 Chair Exercise $1 Member $2 Non-member Dining Room

10:00 Knit & Crochet No fee Classroom

10:00 - 11:00 Chair Exercise $1 Member $2 Non-member Dining Room

9:30 - 10:30 Balance Matters Chair Fitness $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

12:15 - 2:30 Bingo $2 Member $3 Non-member Plus $.50 per card Dining Room

10:30 - 12:00 Spanish Chat $1 Member $2 Non-member Classroom

10:00 - 11:30 Men’s Talk $1 Member $2 Non-member Library

12:45 - 2:30 Bunco $2 Member $3 Non-member Library

12:30 - 2:30 Scrabble $1 Member $2 Non-member Activities Room

12:30 - 4:00 Bridge $2 Member $3 Non-member Library

12:30 - 2:30 Writing Group $1 Member $2 Non-member Creative Arts Room

11:30 - 4:00 Pinochle $2 Member $3 Non-member Library

1:00 - 3:00 Card Making $1 Member $2 Non-member Dining Room

11:30 - 4:00 Pinochle $2 Member $3 Non-member Library

1:00 - 3:00 Computer Access Members Only No fee Computer Room

12:30 - 4:00 Bridge $2 Member $3 Non-member Library

1:00 - 2:00 Gentle Yoga $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

1:00 - 2:00 Gentle Yoga $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

1:00 - 2:00 Gentle Yoga $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

2:00 - 4:00 Genealogy $2 Member $3 Non-member Computer Room

2:15 - 3:15 Hatha Yoga $5 per session Dining Room

2:15 - 3:15 Hatha Yoga $5 per session Dining Room

2:00 - 3:00 Ma’alahi Hula $2 Member $3 Non-member Dining Room

Many activities have fees

and/or other requirements.

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September 25, 2018

Mem-

EXPLORE THE

NEWLY EXPANDED ZOO

AND SEE:

Elephants

Giraffes

Lions & Tigers

Birds, Reptiles

& Many More

Gondola ride is included.

From the Gondola you can view the beautiful

ZOO grounds and the surrounding Bay Area.

Lunch is on your own - There are several

options within the Zoo to choose from.

Join us at the ZOO

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With over 250,000 square feet of gaming

space, it’s a destination guaranteed to exceed

expectations.

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

$30 - Member Price $35 - Non-member Price

All trips include transportation unless otherwise noted. For more information about

specific trips, please refer to the individual flyers located outside the Travel

Office or call (916) 685-3160. Open Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Travel Faire Saturday, August 11, 2018

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

New & Exciting Trips Coming Your Way - Don’t Miss It!!

Gadabouts

Travel

Now featuring 1,000 slot machines

as well as blackjack & poker tables, a

microbrewery & buffet, and 2 cocktail

lounges. California’s Best Bet for

gaming, dining and entertainment!

Wednesday, September 12, 2018 $35 - Member Price $40 - Non-member

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Did You Know …

You don’t need your Senior Center card

to sign in at the lobby computer. You

just need your name and phone number.

That’s it. It’s quick, easy and it helps the

Center know what activities the seniors

are participating in and which they aren’t.

These numbers help us determine whether to keep or close a

particular class or event.

Even though you sign in on the sheet in your class/event, you should

always log in at the Lobby computer if keeping your class, event

or group going is important to you.

Spotlight New York City Holiday

December 3 - 7, 2018

Amish Country Getaway May 3 - 9, 2019

Extended Trips Collette Vacations

Sunny Portugal March 1 - 10, 2019

Discover Scotland August 4 - 13, 2019

London & Paris April 3 - 10, 2019

Shades of Ireland March 13 - 22, 2019

Canyon Country September 13 - 20, 2019

Spotlight San Antonio Holiday

December 5 - 9, 2019

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Dick Beymer President 2019

Wendall Sullivan Vice President 2020

Elaine Horton Secretary 2019

Nick Soberanis Treasurer 2020

Dale Chilcoat Director at Large 2020

Ken Frieze Director at Large 2019

Linda Gunn Director at Large 2020

Bill Hitchcock Director at Large 2019

Michelle Orrock Director at Large 2019

Jim Parino Director at Large 2019

Bob Trigg Director at Large 2020

Chuck Woods Director at Large 2019

Sarah Bontrager City of Elk Grove

Representative

Orlando Fuentes CCSD

Representative

Welcome 2018 - 2019

Senior Center of Elk Grove Board of Directors

Thank you for your dedication to the Members and Staff

of the Senior Center of Elk Grove

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Support Groups & Meetings

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

Wednesday, August 8, 2018, 10:00 AM - Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the

month. This support group is for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's

disease. The group is led by trained facilitators.

No fee.

Neuropathy Support Group

Tuesday, August 14, 2018, 1:00 PM - Group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

If you or someone you care about has neuropathy, participating in a support group

can be a way to better understand and come to terms with your own situation.

No fee.

Parkinson’s Support Group of Elk Grove

Wednesday, August 15, 2018, 10:00 AM - Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the

month. Parkinson’s Support Group of Elk Grove holds meetings at the Senior Center

with round table discussions, presentations, and guest speakers. All who are affected

by Parkinson’s; family, caregivers and loved ones are welcome to participate.

No fee.

Book Group

Wednesday, August 8, 2018, 9:30 AM - Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the

month. A different, intriguing and hard-to-put-down book is read and discussed each

month. Interesting perspectives and thoughts are shared at each meeting.

$1 Member/$2 Non-member

Social Singles

Wednesday, August 1, 2018, 10:00 AM - Group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the

month. Come join other seniors for weekly dinners out, picnics and lively meetings.

Social Singles is for any senior who would like to be part of a group on outings.

$1 Member/$2 Non-member

Let’s Talk Men’s Group

Every Tuesday, 10:00 AM - The Men’s Group meets to discuss hobbies, life

experiences, cars, local news and other interests. Guest speakers are also enjoyed

by the group. $1 Member/$2 Non-member

Other Services for Seniors

FREE Blood Pressure Checks

Friday, 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM - Free blood pressure checks are held at the Center

every Friday by a Registered Nurse or CCSD Paramedic.

HICAP - Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program

Contact HICAP at 916-376-8915 to make an appointment for Medicare questions and

program information. No fee.

AARP Driver Safety Programs - September 25, 2018

One day driver safety courses, held at the Senior Center may help save you money on

your insurance. Next course will be held September 25, 2018. You must sign up, pay

the fee and complete registration paperwork prior to that date as seating is limited.

Fee is $18 for AARP members and $23 for non-members. Cash and checks are ac-

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August 1, 1779 - Francis Scott Key

August 4, 1901 - Louis Armstrong

August 10, 1874 - Herbert Hoover

August 12, 1881 - Cecil B. DeMille

August 13, 1899 - Alfred Hitchcock

August 17, 1786 - Davy Crockett

August 25, 1918 - Leonard Bernstein

August 27, 1910 - Mother Teresa

August 30, 1797- Mary Shelley

Famous Birthdays Trivia: Answers

The Next Board of Directors Meeting will be

Monday, August 13, 2018, 3:15 PM

Meetings are open to the public.

Board of Directors

Dick Beymer President

Wendall Sullivan Vice-President

Elaine Horton Secretary

Nick Soberanis Treasurer

Dale Chilcoat Director at Large

Ken Frieze Director at Large

Linda Gunn Director at Large

Bill Hitchcock Director at Large

Michelle Orrock Director at Large

Jim Parino Director at Large

Bob Trigg Director at Large

Chuck Woods Director at Large

Sarah Bontrager City of Elk Grove

Orlando Fuentes CCSD

Staff

Patricia Beal, Executive Director

executivedirector@thesceg.org

Christine Cuddy, Assistant Director

assistantdirector@thesceg.org

Lillian Gusters, Nutrition Site Coordinator

SCEG PARTNERS

8830 Sharkey Avenue

Elk Grove, CA 95624

M-F 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Phone Numbers

Front Desk 1-916-685-3160

Kitchen 1--916-685-4804

Gadabouts 1-916-685-3160

Website www.thesceg.org