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Transcript of Silverstreak September/October 2014
www.danville.ca.gov 1
INSIDESenior Sneakers Trips
Buzz Sessions
Registration Form
Classes
Enrichment Programs
Health & Wellness
Community Resources
Special Events
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Do you have an idea for a new activity
or an improved procedure for Senior
Services? Attend the scheduled meetings
to be heard by the decision makers.
Next MeetingOctober 22
Mark your calendar!
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room
Senior Issues Sub-committee
Live Well, Age Smart is Coming!Senior Health Fitness Day has been moved from the spring to this fall
and is now referred to as Live Well, Age Smart! Th e Town of Danville
is looking forward to providing seniors updated information regarding
nutrition, exercise and preventative care on Saturday, October 11. Health,
wellness and preventative care vendors interested in participating in this
event, please contact Senior Services at [email protected].
Revamped Registration FormTh e Town of Danville invites you to turn the page and peruse the enjoyable
and entertaining Senior Sneaker trips for September and October. Trips
that include meals in the total cost of the trip, will specify meal options
on the registration form. Please indicate your meal choice by circling, and
initialing if registering for two, your option on your registration form. For
assistance, please call the Danville Senior Center at (925) 314-3490.
Senior Stretch
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Senior Sneakers Trips
Monterey Zoo & Phil’s Fish Market Tour Tuesday, September 16, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Tuesday, September 16, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Visit the Monterey Zoo in Salinas for a live animal
presentation and guided tour. Th is facility is a retirement
home for professionally trained fi lm, television, and live
production animals. You’ll have an up-close look at lions,
tigers, elephants, and more. Afterwards enjoy a hosted
lunch at Phil’s Fish Marketing in Moss Landing. Don’t
forget to bring a small cooler if you would like to shop
for fresh seafood during our visit. Fees: $85(R) $102(N).
Activity Level: 3
Levi’s Stadium & Gordon Biersch Brewery TourWednesday, September 24, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Private guided tour of the San Francisco 49ers new
home in Santa Clara. Th e Levi’s Stadium Tour includes
the premium club spaces, private suites, press level, NRG
Solar Terrace, the fi eld and locker rooms. Admission
includes a self-guided visit to the 49ers Museum and
time to shop at the 49ers team store. Afterwards we’ll
visit the Gordon Biersch Brewery and Restaurant in
downtown San Jose for a hosted lunch and guided
brewery tour. Fees: $89(R) $107(N). Activity Level: 4
Roaring Camp Railroad TripTuesday, September 30, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Visit Roaring Camp Railroad in Felton and enjoy a
1.5 hour roundtrip Steam Engine Redwood Forest Train
excursion followed by a good old fashion chuck wagon
barbeque and time to explore the park and visit the gift
shops. Fees: $90(R) $108(N). Activity Level: 3
Cover’s Apple Ranch & Indigeny ReserveTuesday, October 7, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 7, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Take a ride on a miniature train at Cover’s Apple
Ranch. Th en head to the main ranch house for a hosted
lunch and time to shop for fresh baked apple goods
and apple inspired gift items. In the afternoon we’ll
tour and taste at Indigeny Reserve in Sonora. Th e tour
will include the ciderworks and distillery and see the
state-of-art apple press and bottling equipment. Learn
about organic apple farming and hard-cider brewing.
Enjoy time in the gift shop and art gallery. Fees: $89(R)
$107(N). Activity Level: 3
ACTIVITY LEVELS
You must be able to walk six steep steps to board the bus. Please let us
know if you have any physical limitations prior to signing up for a trip so
staff can try to accommodate your needs ahead of time. All trips depart
from Diablo Vista Park. 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 walking
LEVEL 3: Moderate to heavy walking
LEVEL 4: Heavy amount of walking/standing
LEVEL 5: Strenuous walking/hiking
If you aren’t sure where you fi t, call us at (925) 314-3490.
Please note: Times listed for trips are approximate.
September/October Trips
Senior Sneaker Trip - Cornerstone Gardens
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Senior Sneakers Trips / Buzz Sessions
Pippin, Golden Gate Theatre Wednesday, October 15, 10:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m.Wednesday, October 15, 10:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Ladies and gentlemen step right up! Pippin is back on
Broadway for the fi rst time since it thrilled audiences
40 years ago. We have secured Orchestra seating at the
Golden Gate Th eatre in San Francisco for this 2013
Tony award winning Best Musical Revival production!
Before the show, we’ll enjoy a hosted lunch at Pompei’s
Grotto at Fisherman’s Wharf. Fees: $147(R) $176(N).
Activity Level: 2
Golden Gate Fields Friday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Friday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
We’ll spend the day in the luxury of Golden Gate
Field’s Turf Club watching live thoroughbred horse
racing featuring the best jockey in the nation. Our visit
will include outstanding view seats, racing program, and
a sumptuous buff et meal. A few lucky participants will
have the opportunity to take a picture with the winning
horse and jockey on the track. Fees: $82(R) $98(N).
Activity Level: 2
Christmas at Hearst Castle December 4, 8:30 a.m.-December 6, 4:30 p.m. December 4, 8:30 a.m.-December 6, 4:30 p.m.
Christmas at the Castle includes a guided tour of
Hearst Castle decked out for the holidays. A two-night
stay at the Cambria Pines Lodge with gorgeous garden
holiday light displays and a European Christmas Market,
guided Point San Luis Lighthouse tour, hosted luncheon
and time to shop at Apple Farm, San Luis Obispo, time
in downtown Paso Robles, a welcome banquet dinner
and a hot cooked breakfast each morning at the lodge.
Fees: $480(R) $576(N). Activity Level: 4
Buzz SessionsWhat’s the Buzz on topics and issues facing today’s What’s the Buzz on topics and issues facing today’s
older adults? Join us to talk to the experts. Sessions older adults? Join us to talk to the experts. Sessions
are free! The Town of Danville is looking for new are free! The Town of Danville is looking for new
and exciting buzz session topics and presenters. and exciting buzz session topics and presenters.
Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490
or seniors@ danville.ca.gov if you have any or seniors@ danville.ca.gov if you have any
suggestions or would like to offer a buzz session!suggestions or would like to offer a buzz session!
Garden Activities for GrandchildrenTuesday, September 9, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 9, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomPresenter: Esther Railton-Rice, Author Presenter: Esther Railton-Rice, Author
Grandchildren will love these activities for parks,
botanical gardens or your own backyard. Learn how to
let children make their own explorations and discoveries.
Esther Rice is the co-author of Pumpkins & Petunias:
Th ings for Children to Do in Gardens.
A Succulent for Every California GardenTuesday, September 16, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Tuesday, September 16, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomPresenter: Brian Kemble, Curator- Ruth Bancroft GardensPresenter: Brian Kemble, Curator- Ruth Bancroft Gardens
Brian Kemble’s presentation on A Succulent for
Every California Garden will feature various families
of succulents suitable for growing in our local area,
including such succulents as hens and chicks, century
plants and aloes as well as many more.
Downsizing Made Easy, Five Easy StepsTuesday, September 23, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location:Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location:Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Dayna Wilson, Day-RealEstate Presenter: Dayna Wilson, Day-RealEstate
Somewhere between touring new homes, sorting
through possessions and deciding what to take and
what to leave, it suddenly hits you: Downsizing is a lot
of work! Dayna Wilson’s presentation will include fi ve
simplifi ed steps that will help you adjust to your new,
downsized lifestyle.
Senior Sneaker Trip - Asian Art Museum
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Buzz Sessions/Classes
Memory Loss-Is This Normal?Tuesday, September 30, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 30, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomPresenter: Lauren Eppinger, Advisors on Aging Presenter: Lauren Eppinger, Advisors on Aging
Understand the diff erence between normal age-
related memory loss and memory loss that might be
a symptom of Alzheimer’s or other type of dementia.
Learn about when and how to seek professional help to
determine the cause of memory loss and what constitutes
an adequate diagnosis. You will also learn about the
resources available in the community to help those with
Alzheimer’s or other dementia diagnosis.
Pre-planning for End of LifeTuesday, October 14, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomPresenter: Debbie Leuthauser, Neptune Society of Presenter: Debbie Leuthauser, Neptune Society of Northern CaliforniaNorthern California
Imagine for a moment planning a vacation or a
wedding the day of. It would be stressful and a fi nancial
burden. Th at’s what we experience when we don’t pre-
plan for death. It is the one thing in our lives that is
for certain and since we don’t know when, we should
be ready. Learn about cremation options available and
how pre-planning can save money and give you peace of
mind.
Osteoporosis: Myths, Methods and Medicine Tuesday, October 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomPresenter: Asha Bajaj Presenter: Asha Bajaj
An updated review of the current literature and science
about Bone Health and Osteoporosis. Physical Th erapist,
Asha Bajaj, will include practical tips and exercises to
benefi t bone strength and balance to avoid fall-risk
indoors and outdoors.
Medicare Plan Changes for 2015Tuesday, October 28, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Presenter: Diane Whaley, HICAP Presenter: Diane Whaley, HICAP
Have questions about your Medicare health plan or
prescription plan for 2015? Is your current plan leaving
the county in 2015? Contra Costa HICAP will talk
about what’s new with Medicare for 2015, with a focus
on changes of Medicare Advantage and Prescription
drug plans. Medicare enrollment ends on December 7.
Products/plans will not be sold or endorsed.
Danville Senior Book Club 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Art Room
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. Fees: Free.
SEPTEMBER BOOK SELECTION Crossing to SafetyBy Wallace Stegner
Since its publication in 1987, this novel has established
itself as one of the greatest and most cherished American
novels of the twentieth century. Tracing the lives, loves,
and aspirations of two couples who move between
Vermont and Wisconsin, it is a work of quiet majesty,
deep compassion, and powerful insight into the alchemy
of friendship and marriage. (Meets Sep 9)
Buzz Session - Preventing Identity Th eft
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Classes (classes listed alphabetically)
OCTOBER BOOK SELECTIONEnglish German GirlBy Jake Wallis Simons
Th is powerful novel is a tale of one girl’s struggle
against a world in turmoil. In 1930s Berlin, the Klein
family are gradually losing everything that is precious
to them. Th eir fi fteen-year-old daughter, Rosa, slips out
of Germany to begin a new life in England. Charged
with the task of securing a safe passage for her family,
she vows that she will not rest until they are safe. But as
war breaks out and she loses contact with her parents,
Rosa fi nds herself wondering if there are some vows that
can’t be kept. A sweeping tale of love and loss, this is an
exceptional accomplishment from one of Britain’s bravest
and most vibrant young writers. (Meets Oct 14)
Applied Ornaments Wednesday, Oct 22, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct 22, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomInstructor: Ilah Jarvis Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Make beautiful holiday ornaments with colorful fabric,
embroidery fl oss and beads. $10 materials fee. Fees:
$35(R) $42(N).
Bridge Basics-IWednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael Gosnell Instructor: Michael Gosnell
Learn one of the greatest games there is! We will
go over hand evaluation, opening bids and responses
along with the basics of declarer pay and defense. No
experience required. $12 materials fee. Fees: $100(R)
$120(N).
Bridge Basics-IIWednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael GosnellInstructor: Michael Gosnell
We will cover the basics of defense: opening leads,
2nd or 3rd hand play, and signals. We will also review
standard American bidding practices. Class text book:
Defense in the 21st Century (Heart Series, 2nd Edition,
2008). Purchase the book on your own or purchase from
the instructor for $15. $12 materials fee. Fees: $100(R)
$120(N).
Cane DoTuesday, Sep 2-Oct 28, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Tuesday, Sep 2-Oct 28, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.Location: Town Meeting Hall, AuditoriumLocation: Town Meeting Hall, AuditoriumInstructor: Bob WorthingtonInstructor: Bob Worthington
Still going STRONG. Th is is an introductory exercise
class that is young in spirit, and for those who would like
to try something new and stay fi t at the same time. Low
impact training on how to use a cane to defend yourself
and stay loose. Stand tall, walk proud, remember who
you are. Bring your own cane (wooden preferred). Wear
comfortable, loose clothing. No open-toe shoes, sandals,
or fi nger rings please. Fees: $65(R) $79(N).
Classes
AARP Smart Driver CourseFriday, Sep 12-Sep 19, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Friday, Sep 12-Sep 19, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, BallroomLocation: Oak Hill Park Community Center, BallroomInstructor: Certifi ed AARP Volunteer Instructor Instructor: Certifi ed AARP Volunteer Instructor
Th is course is designed for drivers 50 and older, and
covers normal physical changes and provides techniques
to compensate for these changes. Th e course fosters
defensive driving practices to stay alive on today’s
fast-moving highways and includes an auto insurance
discount certifi cate. Instructor will collect checks made
payable to AARP at beginning of class. Fees: $15 AARP
members, $20 non-members. Please note: instructor
cannot accept cash.
ACBL BridgeFriday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Room A Location: Danville Senior Center, Room A Instructor: David SterlingInstructor: David Sterling
Friday morning play is limited to players with less
than 750 Master Points. Join a friendly and fun game
with your favorite partner. Pre-registration advised. Call
David at (925) 683-1083 for available partners (not
guaranteed). David Sterling is a certifi ed ACBL director.
Fees: $6 per day(R) $7 per day(N).
Book Club (continued...)
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Classes (classes listed alphabetically)
Color Wheel Wednesday, Sep 17, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Wednesday, Sep 17, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Ilah JarvisInstructor: Ilah Jarvis
Th e colors in your projects will sing after this class.
We will mix a color wheel in water color and explore
dynamic compositions. Th is class is recommended for
students who want to enroll in watercolor still life. $8
materials fee. Fees: $35(R) $42(N).
Conversational Chinese for TravelersSaturday, Sep 6-Oct 25, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Saturday, Sep 6-Oct 25, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Meeting RoomInstructor: Yan Lai Instructor: Yan Lai
Th is class enables students to obtain beginning
Mandarin (Putonghua) Chinese-speaking skills as a
tourist would need on a vacation or business trip to a
Chinese speaking country. Learn the most commonly
used words and verbs in specifi c situations with basic
grammar. Topics are tailored for travelers and include
greetings, the weather, getting around, asking for
directions and ordering food. 10/11 class held in
Danville Community Center, Lounge. Fees: $40(R)
$48(N).
Cooking with James Thursday, Oct 23, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Thursday, Oct 23, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Room ALocation: Danville Senior Center, Room AInstructor: Jim DonnellyInstructor: Jim Donnelly
After traveling the world, visiting over 30 countries and
living in 7 countries on 4 continents, Jim learned a bit
about the local food. Delight in a food adventure as he
prepares grilled whole chicken with a chipotle rub and
grilled corn on the cob. Fees: $4(R) $5(N).
Crochet Fingerless Gloves Wednesday, Oct 1, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Wednesday, Oct 1, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomInstructor: Ilah Jarvis Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Th e absolute beginner can make simple but elegant
fi ngerless gloves. Th ese gloves are perfect for cool
weather. Students should bring a skein of dk weight yarn
and a I or J sized crochet hook. Fees: $35(R) $42(N).
Dancercise Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m.Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community HallInstructor: Mei Mei TsaiInstructor: Mei Mei Tsai
A variety of steps will be taught and combined to make
a dance routine. Th is class is designed to be fun and to
help people build strong minds and happy hearts. Fees:
$8(R) $10(N).
Game DayFriday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Room CLocation: Danville Senior Center, Room C
Games, games, games galore at the Danville Senior
Center. Play your favorite board games, cards and
dominoes, and Poker (chips only). Play ping-pong the
2nd and 4th Friday! You name it, we’ve got it. Bring your
friends for a morning of fun. Fees: Free.
Gentle Stretch Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 29, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 29, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community HallInstructor: Amy Puccinelli Instructor: Amy Puccinelli
No need to be stretched to your limits. Treat your body
to healthy stretching that elongates muscles, aligns joints
Friday Game Day
Registration Form—September/October 2014 Registration Dates: August 13 (Residents) August 15 (Non-Residents)
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 6(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; N = fee for non-residents.
NOTE: Information on refunds/cancellations/withdrawals and make-up classes are on page 4 Priority
(1-6) Participant
Initials
SENIOR SNEAKER TRIPS
Date Time
(approximate)
Fee
Rank Trip choices using “1” as first choice through “6” for last choice in the Priority Column
Monterey Zoo & Phil's Fish Market
Barcode: 39685 Please circle choice of entrée:
Stir-fried Calamari/Rice * Fish/Chips * Vegetarian Pasta
Tuesday September 16 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $85 R
$102 N
Levi’s Stadium & Gordon Biersch Tour
Barcode: 39680 Please circle choice of entrée:
Cheeseburger * Fish/Chips * Vegetarian Pasta
Wednesday September 24 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $89 R
$107 N
Roaring Camp Railroad Barcode: 39681
Tuesday September 30 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $90 R
$108 N
Cover's Ranch & Indigeny Reserve Barcode: 39682
Please circle choice of sandwich and soup or salad: Turkey * Ham * Roast Beef * Vegetarian
Soup * Salad
Tuesday October 7 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. $89 R
$107 N
Pippin, Golden Gate Theatre Barcode: 39684
Please circle choice of entrée and soup or salad: Grilled White Fish * Chicken Piccata * Vegetarian Pasta
Clam Chowder * Salad
Wednesday October 15 10:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. $147 R
$176 N
Golden Gate Fields Barcode: 39683
Friday October 24 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. $82 R
$98 N Christmas at Hearst Castle
Barcode: 39673 Thursday-Saturday
12/4-12/6 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $480 R $576 N
Register(X)
Participant Initials SPECIAL EVENTS Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Age of Champions Barcode: 39615
Tuesday September 9 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Free
Afternoon Dance with Colin Dickie Barcode: 39616
Wednesday September 17 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Free
Taste and Toast of Germany Barcode: 39618
Thursday September 25 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $5R $6N
$8 at door Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation
Barcode: 39619 Tuesday
October 14 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Free Register
(X) Participant
Initials BUZZ SESSIONS Date Time (approximate) Fee
Garden Activities for Grandchildren Barcode: 39500
Tuesday September 9 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Free
A Succulent for Every California Garden Barcode: 39501
Tuesday September 16 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m. Free
Downsizing Made Easy, Five Easy Steps Barcode: 39502
Tuesday September 23 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Free
Memory Loss-Is This Normal? Barcode: 39503
Tuesday September 30 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Free
Pre-planning for End of Life Barcode: 39504
Tuesday October 14 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Free
Osteoporosis: Myths, Methods and Medicine Barcode: 39505
Tuesday October 21 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Free
TOTAL FEES PAGE 1 $
Register (X)
Participant Initials BUZZ SESSIONS (Con’t) Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Medicare Plan Changes for 2015 Barcode: 39506
Tuesday October 28 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m. Free
Register (X)
Participant Initials CLASSES Date Time
(approximate) Fee AARP Smart Driver Course
Barcode: 38884 Fridays
9/12-9/19 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. See Class info.
Applied Ornaments Barcode: 39661
Wednesday October 22 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Bridge Basics One
Barcode: 39651 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $100 R
$120 N Bridge Basics Two
Barcode: 39650 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m $100 R
$120 N *Registration for Bocce is limited to one class per newsletter. Rank your choice by listing 1, 2 or 3
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41232
Tuesdays 9/2 – 10/28 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $20 R
$24 N
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41230
(no Bocce on 9/24) Wednesdays 9/3 – 10/29 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
$20 R $24N
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41231
Thursdays 9/4 – 10/30 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m. $20 R
$24 N Cane Do
Barcode: 39652 Tuesdays
9/2-10/28 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. $65 R $79 N
Color Wheel Barcode: 39656
Wednesday September 17 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Conversational Chinese for Travelers
Barcode: 39639 Saturday
9/6-10/25 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. $40 R $48 N
Cooking with James Barcode: 39691
Thursday October 23 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $4 R
$5 N Crochet-Fingerless Gloves
Barcode: 39658 Wednesday October 1 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Dancercise
Barcode: 39941 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Game Day
Barcode: 39662 Fridays
9/5-10/31 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free
Gentle Stretch Barcode: 39644
Mondays 9/8-10/27 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Gentle Stretch
Barcode: 39645 Wednesdays 9/3-10/29 3:00 p.m.-4:00p.m. $45 R
$54 N Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler
Barcode: 38614 Tuesday
October 7 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R $24 N
Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler Barcode: 38615
Tuesday November 4 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R
$24 N Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler
Barcode: 38616 Tuesday
December 2 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R $24 N
Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler Barcode: 38617
Tuesdays 10/7, 11/4, 12/2 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $54 R
$65 N Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing
Barcode: 38291 Mondays
9/8-10/27 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $64 R $76 N
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 38292
Wednesdays 9/10-10/29 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $64 R
$76 N Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing
Barcode: 38290 Mon/Wed 9/8-10/29 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $104 R
$125 N Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club
Barcode: 38576 Tuesdays
9/9, 10/14 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. $50 R $60 N
Knit Basket Weave Scarf Barcode: 39659
Wednesday October 8 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Line Dance-Beginner/High Beginner
Barcode: 39633 Thursdays
9/11-10/30 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. $18 R $22 N
Line Dance-High Beginner/Easy Intermediate Barcode: 39635
Mondays 9/15-10/27 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $24 R
$29 N TOTAL FEES PAGE 2 $
Register (X)
Participant Initials CLASSES (Con’t) Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Line Dance-High Beginner/Easy Intermediate Barcode: 39634
Thursdays 9/11-10/30 11:15 a.m.- 12:15 p.m. $18 R
$22 N Luk Tung Kuen
Barcode: 39940 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Scrabble-Fun With Words!
Barcode: 39623 Tuesdays
9/9-10/28 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. $8 R $10 N
Senior Stretch Barcode: 39700
Fridays 9/5-10/31 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. $25 R
$30 N Singing Group
Barcode: 39663 Fridays
9/5-10/31 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Free
Sit to Get Fit Barcode: 39642
Mondays 9/8-10/27 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. $70 R
$84 N Sock Creatures
Barcode: 39660 Wednesday October 15 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Spanish Conversation
Barcode: 39630 Wednesdays 9/8-10/27 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $60 R
$72 N Sudoku
Barcode: 39621 Tuesdays
9/9-10/28 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. $8 R $10 N
Tai Chi Barcode: 39943
Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong
Barcode: 39815 Tuesdays
9/2-10/28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $8 R $10 N
Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong Barcode: 39816
Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. $8 R
$10 N Watercolor Still Life
Barcode: 39657 Wednesday
September 24 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R $42 N
Watercolor Technique Barcode: 39655
Wednesday September 10 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Writing Group
Barcode: 39664 Fridays
9/5-10/31 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Free
Yoga Barcode: 39692
Mondays 9/8-10/27 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $76 R
$91 N Yoga
Barcode: 39694 Mondays
9/8-10/27 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. $76 R $91 N
Yoga Barcode: 39693
Wednesdays 9/3-10/29 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. $86 R
$103 R Zumba
Barcode: 39934 Mondays
9/8-10/27 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. $56 R $67 N
Register (X)
Participant Initials HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 39701
Saturday September 13 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 39702
Saturday October 18 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free
TOTAL FEES PAGE 1 $
TOTAL FEES PAGE 2 $
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Register (X)
Participant Initials BUZZ SESSIONS (Con’t) Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Medicare Plan Changes for 2015 Barcode: 39506
Tuesday October 28 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m. Free
Register (X)
Participant Initials CLASSES Date Time
(approximate) Fee AARP Smart Driver Course
Barcode: 38884 Fridays
9/12-9/19 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. See Class info.
Applied Ornaments Barcode: 39661
Wednesday October 22 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Bridge Basics One
Barcode: 39651 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $100 R
$120 N Bridge Basics Two
Barcode: 39650 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m $100 R
$120 N *Registration for Bocce is limited to one class per newsletter. Rank your choice by listing 1, 2 or 3
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41232
Tuesdays 9/2 – 10/28 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $20 R
$24 N
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41230
(no Bocce on 9/24) Wednesdays 9/3 – 10/29 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
$20 R $24N
*Bocce Ball League Barcode: 41231
Thursdays 9/4 – 10/30 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m. $20 R
$24 N Cane Do
Barcode: 39652 Tuesdays
9/2-10/28 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. $65 R $79 N
Color Wheel Barcode: 39656
Wednesday September 17 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Conversational Chinese for Travelers
Barcode: 39639 Saturday
9/6-10/25 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. $40 R $48 N
Cooking with James Barcode: 39691
Thursday October 23 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $4 R
$5 N Crochet-Fingerless Gloves
Barcode: 39658 Wednesday October 1 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Dancercise
Barcode: 39941 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Game Day
Barcode: 39662 Fridays
9/5-10/31 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free
Gentle Stretch Barcode: 39644
Mondays 9/8-10/27 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Gentle Stretch
Barcode: 39645 Wednesdays 9/3-10/29 3:00 p.m.-4:00p.m. $45 R
$54 N Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler
Barcode: 38614 Tuesday
October 7 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R $24 N
Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler Barcode: 38615
Tuesday November 4 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R
$24 N Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler
Barcode: 38616 Tuesday
December 2 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $20 R $24 N
Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler Barcode: 38617
Tuesdays 10/7, 11/4, 12/2 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. $54 R
$65 N Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing
Barcode: 38291 Mondays
9/8-10/27 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $64 R $76 N
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing Barcode: 38292
Wednesdays 9/10-10/29 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $64 R
$76 N Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing
Barcode: 38290 Mon/Wed 9/8-10/29 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $104 R
$125 N Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele Club
Barcode: 38576 Tuesdays
9/9, 10/14 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. $50 R $60 N
Knit Basket Weave Scarf Barcode: 39659
Wednesday October 8 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Line Dance-Beginner/High Beginner
Barcode: 39633 Thursdays
9/11-10/30 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. $18 R $22 N
Line Dance-High Beginner/Easy Intermediate Barcode: 39635
Mondays 9/15-10/27 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $24 R
$29 N TOTAL FEES PAGE 2 $
Register (X)
Participant Initials CLASSES (Con’t) Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Line Dance-High Beginner/Easy Intermediate Barcode: 39634
Thursdays 9/11-10/30 11:15 a.m.- 12:15 p.m. $18 R
$22 N Luk Tung Kuen
Barcode: 39940 Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Scrabble-Fun With Words!
Barcode: 39623 Tuesdays
9/9-10/28 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. $8 R $10 N
Senior Stretch Barcode: 39700
Fridays 9/5-10/31 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. $25 R
$30 N Singing Group
Barcode: 39663 Fridays
9/5-10/31 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Free
Sit to Get Fit Barcode: 39642
Mondays 9/8-10/27 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. $70 R
$84 N Sock Creatures
Barcode: 39660 Wednesday October 15 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Spanish Conversation
Barcode: 39630 Wednesdays 9/8-10/27 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. $60 R
$72 N Sudoku
Barcode: 39621 Tuesdays
9/9-10/28 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. $8 R $10 N
Tai Chi Barcode: 39943
Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m. $8 R
$10 N Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong
Barcode: 39815 Tuesdays
9/2-10/28 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $8 R $10 N
Tai Chi Chih/Qi Gong Barcode: 39816
Wednesdays 9/3-10/22 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. $8 R
$10 N Watercolor Still Life
Barcode: 39657 Wednesday
September 24 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R $42 N
Watercolor Technique Barcode: 39655
Wednesday September 10 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. $35 R
$42 N Writing Group
Barcode: 39664 Fridays
9/5-10/31 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Free
Yoga Barcode: 39692
Mondays 9/8-10/27 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $76 R
$91 N Yoga
Barcode: 39694 Mondays
9/8-10/27 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. $76 R $91 N
Yoga Barcode: 39693
Wednesdays 9/3-10/29 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. $86 R
$103 R Zumba
Barcode: 39934 Mondays
9/8-10/27 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. $56 R $67 N
Register (X)
Participant Initials HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Date Time
(approximate) Fee
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 39701
Saturday September 13 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free
Welcome to Medicare Barcode: 39702
Saturday October 18 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free
TOTAL FEES PAGE 1 $
TOTAL FEES PAGE 2 $
TOTAL FEES PAGE 3 $
TOTAL FEES $
Senior Issues Sub-committee Meeting in 2014 Wednesday, October 22
REGISTRATION INFORMATION Mail or drop off your registration form to the Danville Senior Center or the Danville Community Center. All resident registrations received by June 10 at 5:00p.m. will be processed beginning Wednesday, June 11 with no priority given. Non-resident registration will begin on Friday, June 13. Phone and walk-in registration will begin on Monday, June 16. To register by phone, please contact the Danville Senior Center (925)314-3490. Please note times listed for each Senior Sneaker trip are approximate. Staff will mail out a detailed checklist approximately one week before the trip with exact meeting time. Class Cancellation/Withdrawals Requests for withdrawal will be honored if requested no later than 5 business days prior to the first day of class. Requests made less than 5 business days prior to the first day of class must be submitted in writing and will be considered on an individual basis. A $20 processing fee will be charged for check refunds; a $5 processing fee for credit card refunds. Make-up Classes Whenever possible, make-up classes will be given on those occasions when inclement weather or instructor illness requires that a class be cancelled. No refunds (whole or partial) can be given for classes missed by the student. Senior Sneaker Trip 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 five working days prior to the trip. Refunds will not be given for trips designated (no refund). Senior Sneaker Trip Registration Priority: Due to the high demand of the 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. 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.
If you wish to register by mail, complete the form and mail with payment to:
Danville Senior Center Attn: Class Registrations 115 E. Prospect Avenue
Danville, CA 94526
Checks payable to: Town of Danville (Circle One): Check Cash (exact amount) MasterCard Visa AMEX
Name (s): _____ Address/City_____________________________________________________________________________________________Zip: E-Mail Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ________________________________________________Cell Phone: Credit Card No: ________________________________________________________________________________Exp.Date: _______________________ Signature: _
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Classes (classes listed alphabetically)
and improves fl exibility, balance and core condition.
Bring a mat to class and a dish-size towel. 9/17 class
held in Town Meeting Hall. No class 10/13. Fees:
Mon-$35(R) $42(N); Wed-$45(R) $54(N).
Hoppy Tuesdays @ The Growler Craft House Tuesdays, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2, 6:00 p.m-7:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2, 6:00 p.m-7:00 p.m. Location: The Growler Craft HouseLocation: The Growler Craft HouseInstructor: The Growler Craft House, Staff Instructor: The Growler Craft House, Staff
For both craft beer enthusiasts and newbies alike!
Taste and enjoy local, regional, and imported beers while
learning about the brewing of craft beer and the history
of beer making at Th e Growler, 515 San Ramon Valley
Blvd. Each class includes 4 beer tastings as follows: Oct
7-Belgians; Nov 4-IPAs; Dec 2-Sours/Lambics. Fees:
$20(R) $24(N) per session; $54(R) $65(N) for all 3
sessions.
Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dancing Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 10-Oct 29, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 10-Oct 29, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Lorie McGuinness Instructor: Lorie McGuinness
Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing is a dance fi tness
class for the non-dancer that provides a total body
workout (strength, fl exibility and endurance) in a safely
choreographed format suitable for all ages and active
seniors. Wear comfortable clothes and to bring a fl oor
mat. Hand held, 2-4 pound weights are recommended
but not required. Note: Class is designed to meet
Monday and Wednesday. For one day only option,
register for either the Monday OR Wednesday session.
Fees: Mon/Wed-$104(R) $125(N); Mon-$64(R)
$76(N); Wed-$64(R) $76(N).
Kamanawanaplaya Ukulele ClubTuesday, Sep 9 & Oct 14, 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.mTuesday, Sep 9 & Oct 14, 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. . Location: Danville Senior Center, Room CLocation: Danville Senior Center, Room CInstructor: Laurie B. BallardInstructor: Laurie B. Ballard
If you can play three chords on the uke, you can be
in this amazingly fun club. If you are brave enough to
sing, even better. Laurie Ballard is a singer/songwriter,
guitarist and professional ukulele instructor. $10
materials fee if you have not purchased a music book
from the instructor. Fees: $50(R) $60(N).
Knit Basket Weave Scarf
Wednesday, Oct 8, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct 8, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Ilah JarvisInstructor: Ilah Jarvis
Th is distinguished unisex scarf is warm and easy
enough for the absolute beginner. Students should bring
a skein of yarn. Fees: $35(R) $42(N).
Line Dance (Beginner/High Beginner) Thursday, Sep 11-Oct 30, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Thursday, Sep 11-Oct 30, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi
A fun, healthy, social workout. Current choreographies
will be taught to the rhythmic tunes of Rumba, Cha
Cha, NC2 step, waltz, tango, swing, etc. Each dance is
repeated until everyone is comfortable with the dance.
No class 9/25 & 10/2. Fees: $18(R) $22(N).
Line Dance (High Beginner/Easy Intermediate)Monday, Sep 15-Oct 27, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Monday, Sep 15-Oct 27, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Thursday, Sep 11-Oct 30, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Thursday, Sep 11-Oct 30, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi Instructors: Joyce Lee and Minnie Choi
A fun, healthy, social workout. Current choreographies
will be taught to the rhythmic tunes of Rumba,
Gentle Stretch (continued...)
Jacki Sorenson’s Aerobic Dancing
8 Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490
Classes (classes listed alphabetically)
Cha Cha, NC2 step, waltz, tango, swing, etc. Line
Dance experience preferred. Should be familiar with
terminology and count and basic steps. Th is class will
learn 32 to 64 count step dances. Last 30 minutes of
class Monday evenings for video taping. No class 9/25,
9/29 & 10/2. Fees: Mon-$24(R) $29(N); Th urs-$18(R)
$22(N).
Luk Tung Kuen Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Chia Chia Chien Instructor: Chia Chia Chien
Th is is a very popular worldwide exercise with 36
postures. Each posture has its own pattern which is
repeated 5-10 times. Fees: $8(R) $10(N).
Scrabble-Fun With Words! Tuesday, Sep 9-Oct 28, 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.Tuesday, Sep 9-Oct 28, 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomInstructor: Linda Stolow-SterlingInstructor: Linda Stolow-Sterling
Need some mental exercise? Novices and word whizzes
are welcome. Learn the basics of playing under the
offi cial National Scrabble Association rules and enjoy
an ageless game that continues to grow nationally and
internationally. Please attend the fi rst class. Fees: $8(R)
$10(N).
Senior Stretch Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Rooms B&C Location: Danville Senior Center, Rooms B&C Instructor: Sylvia Rodriguez Instructor: Sylvia Rodriguez
Stretching is the process of elongating the muscles,
tendons and ligaments that connect the muscles and
bones of the body. As the body ages, these attachments
tend to shorten, resulting in a predisposition to injury.
Stretching is not only an important part of a physical
fi tness regimen, but also of living a healthy life. Bring a
mat to class. No class 9/13. Fees: $25(R) $30(N).
Singing Group Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Art RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Art Room
Do you love to sing? Stop by and check out our new
informal signing group and bring your favorite music.
Fees: Free.
Sit to Get Fit Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Amy Puccinelli Instructor: Amy Puccinelli
Want to become more fi t while seated? How about
doing cardio dance, resistance training, and yoga
stretches in a chair? For those able to stand, we’ll use
the chair to practice some balance. Modifi cations will
be off ered. Remember, a body in motion is what matters
most. No class 10/13. Fees: $70(R) $84(N).
Sock CreaturesWednesday, Oct 15, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Wednesday, Oct 15, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Turn your mismatched socks into adorable stuff ed
creatures! Perfect gift for kids and the young at heart.
Bring at least two clean socks. All other materials are
provided. $5 materials fee. Fees: $35(R) $42(N).
Spanish Conversation
Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Marta Castaneda Instructor: Marta Castaneda
Th is class is for students with some knowledge of
Spanish. We will continue learning vocabulary, grammar,
and conversational Spanish. Fees: $60(R) $72(N).
Sudoku Tuesday, Sep 9-Oct 28, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sep 9-Oct 28, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Meeting Room Instructor: Michael McGrath Instructor: Michael McGrath
Line Dance (High/Beginner/Easy) (continued...)
Senior Stretch
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Classes
Watercolor TechniqueWednesday, Sep 10, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 10, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Learn basic watercolor technique to create beautiful
gradations and hard edges. It’s not as hard as you think!
Th is class is recommended for students who wish to
enroll in watercolor still life. $8 materials fee. Fees:
$35(R) $42(N).
Writing Group Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Friday, Sep 5-Oct 31, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room
Th e purpose of this group is to give participants a
weekly schedule for writing and provide support by
writing in the same room together. Th e group is based
on the “Shut Up and Write Groups” throughout the Bay
Area. We’ll have approximately 10 minutes to chat about
writing at the end of each session. We won’t share aloud
and there will be no writing exercises. Fees: Free.
Yoga Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room Location: Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Location: Town Meeting Hall Location: Town Meeting Hall Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 29, 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 29, 8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Marcia Conroy Instructor: Marcia Conroy
Yoga is for everyone no matter what age, or level
of fl exibility. Basic foundations of yoga are taught in
a gentle modifi ed style. Focus includes stretching to
promote range of motion, weight bearing poses to
enhance bone health, sequences of poses in a slow
rhythm to slightly increase heart rate, standing poses to
enhance mobile stability, and restorative poses to relieve
stress. Yoga mat required. Wear comfortable clothing.
Fees: Mon-$76(R) $91(N); Wed-$86(R) $103(N).
Zumba Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Monday, Sep 8-Oct 27, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Community HallLocation: Veterans Memorial Building, Community HallInstructor: Parandis Banifatemi Instructor: Parandis Banifatemi
Zumba is an international rhythm-inspired dance/
fi tness class which incorporates fast and slow dance
intervals to create a dynamic, exciting and eff ective
fi tness system. Fees: $56(R) $67(N).
Sudoku off ers mental benefi ts by building logical skills
and enhancing mental sharpness. Learn the strategy
behind this fun game originating from the 2000 year old
Chinese Magic Box. Fees: $8(R) $10(N).
Tai Chi Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m. Location: Town Meeting Hall Location: Town Meeting Hall Instructor: Sulina Lai Instructor: Sulina Lai Learn a popular cultural exercise with body movement,
balance control, muscle coordination and stretches. Fees:
$8(R) $10(N).
Tai Chi Chih and Qi Gong Tuesday, Sep 2-Oct 28, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sep 2-Oct 28, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Location: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall Instructor: Mary J. CaseInstructor: Mary J. Case
Tai Chi Chih is a moving meditation that cultivates
health, serenity, and longevity. Th e non-impact
movements are easy and adaptable to anyone’s range of
motion, including those who need to do the movements
while seated. With 20 easy-to-learn movements, anyone
regardless of age or physical ability can participate. 10/7
class held in Town Meeting Hall. Fees: $8(R) $10(N).
Tai Chi Chih and Qi Gong Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 3-Oct 22, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Community Hall Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Community Hall Instructor: Jim Donnelly Instructor: Jim Donnelly
Tai Chi Chih is 19 movements and 1 pose that make
up a meditative form of exercise which contribute to
physical, personal and spiritual health benefi ts including
reducing stress. Qigong is the art of Harnessing QI,
which aff ects blood fl ow and makes your blood pulse;
pulsing occurs by moving Qi using specifi c breathing
techniques. Mary Case will instruct class during Jim’s
absence. 9/17 class moved to Town Meeting Hall. Fees:
$8(R) $10(N).
Watercolor Still LifeWednesday, Sep 24, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sep 24, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Art Room Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Instructor: Ilah Jarvis
Combine basic watercolor technique, color theory, and
light and shadow to create realistically rendered objects
in a simple still life. Students are encouraged to bring
objects they wish to paint. Color wheel and watercolor
technique classes are required. Fees: $35(R) $42(N).
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Enrichment Programs/Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness ProgramsBlood Pressure Screening1stst and 3 and 3rdrd Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Seniors can drop in for a free blood-pressure
screening provided by John Muir Senior Services. No
appointments necessary. Fees: Free.
HICAP Medicare Counseling(HICAP) for Medicare Benefi ciaries and their FamiliesTuesday, Sep 23, Oct 28, 1:45 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Tuesday, Sep 23, Oct 28, 1:45 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Wednesdays, Sep 10, Oct 8, 8:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Wednesdays, Sep 10, Oct 8, 8:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
HICAP provides free and objective counseling and
advocacy services for Medicare enrollment and with
issues involving Medicare and associated insurance
programs. For an appointment, call (925) 602-4168.
Fees: Free.
Hearing ScreeningsLocation: Danville Senior Center Location: Danville Senior Center
If you are experiencing hearing diffi culty and don’t wear
hearing aids, Dr. Mimi Salamat will perform a
hearing screening and will talk to you about eff ective
communication techniques. Call (925) 314-3490 to make
an appointment. Fees: Free.
Hiking Club Th e Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) is open to
adults ages 55 and up. 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. Hikes are
scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.
Contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 or email
[email protected] to be added to the e-mail hike
information list. Fees: Free.
Memory Screening20 minute appointments 20 minute appointments Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Seniors can schedule an appointment for memory
screening provided by Caring Solutions by calling Senior
Services (925) 314-3490. Fees: Free.
Enrichment ProgramsOne-on-One Computer TutoringLocation: Danville Senior Center, Conference RoomLocation: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Bring your e-mail address and password login
information for all e-mail instruction. Schedule
an appointment by calling (925) 314-3490.
Pre-registration required at least a week in advance.
Fees: $2/per tutoring appointment.
PC UsersTuesday & Thursday appointments: Tuesday & Thursday appointments: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Volunteer Instructors: Scott Nelson (Tuesdays), Volunteer Instructors: Scott Nelson (Tuesdays), Chuck Bieneman (alternating Thursdays)Chuck Bieneman (alternating Thursdays)
Questions on XP, VISTA, System 7 Operating
Systems, Word, Basic PowerPoint and Excel, e-mail,
Internet Explorer, backing up fi les, copy and paste
fi les/pictures to external media or e-mail and
confi guring new laptops, are welcome at all sessions.
Students may bring their own laptop or a laptop with
Windows XP will be provided.
Apple MAC Users
Friday appointments: Friday appointments: 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Volunteer Instructor: Dale Lock Volunteer Instructor: Dale Lock
Dale will be off ering hands-on sessions using your
own Apple device (iMac, MacBook, iPad, iPhone,
iPod, iPod Touch, or Apple TV). Students must bring
their own Apple device to the session.
Trail Mixer Kennedy Grove Regional Park
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Special Events (continued from Page 1)
Age of Champions DocumentaryTuesday, September 9, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 9, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: Village Theatre and Art Gallery Location: Village Theatre and Art Gallery
Age of Champions is about a group of older athletes all
chasing gold at the National Senior Olympics. Th e fi lm
captures the triumphant spirit of these competitors as
they tackle the challenges of old age with grace, humor,
and optimism. Fees: Free.
Afternoon Dance with Colin Dickie Wednesday, September 17, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Enjoy a graceful afternoon on the dance fl oor with Co-
lin Dickie. Th e Town is partnering with other Tri-Valley
cities to host special events throughout the month of
September in honor of Senior Citizens Month. For more
events throughout the Tri-Valley, call (925) 314-3490.
Taste and Toast of Germany Thursday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Enjoy small bites and other refreshments while
celebrating the German culture. Fees: $5(R) $6(N), $8 at
the door.
Live Well, Age Smart Saturday, October 11, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 11, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior CenterLocation: Danville Senior Center
Th is event will feature valuable resources, health
screenings, and lectures promoting a healthy lifestyle
through nutrition, exercise and preventative care. Pre-
registration is not required. Fees: Free.
Feminist: Stories from Women’s Liberation Screening Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Location: Village Theatre and Art GalleryLocation: Village Theatre and Art Gallery
Join the Town of Danville as they feature Feminist:
Stories from Women’s Liberation, a documentary about the
events of the women’s liberation movement. Th e director
Jennifer Lee, will present the fi lm and participate in a
question and answer session at the end. Fees: Free.
Local Resources/Special Events
Personal Counseling ServicesLocation: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room Location: Danville Senior Center, Conference Room
Discovery Counseling Center therapist, Dr. Fran
Rapoport, is available for individual and group
counseling services. Confi dentiality and privacy will
be protected. A grant from the Chevron Corporation
enables seniors to have initial sessions at no cost. For an
appointment, call Dr. Fran (925) 837-0505, ext. 314.
Welcome to Medicare SeminarSaturday, September 13 and October 18, Saturday, September 13 and October 18, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community HallInstructor: Contra Costa County Staff/HICAP CounselorsInstructor: Contra Costa County Staff/HICAP Counselors
A workshop for those new to Medicare. You will learn
about Parts A, B, C & D and the benefi ts they off er.
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. Please sign up for only one session.
Fees: Free.
Local Community ResourcesAdult/Senior Resource Guide
Th e Active Adult Resource Guide is available on the
Town of Danville’s website www.danville.ca.gov, or you
may pick up a copy at the Senior Center.
Danville Senior Citizens ClubMondays, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Mondays, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Danville Senior Center, Community HallLocation: Danville Senior Center, Community Hall
Mah-Jongg, and free drop-in bridge lessons available
9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bingo 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. New
members welcome. Membership fee: $15/year. Contact
Patricia Graber at (925) 443-0268.
Seniors BridgeFridays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Town Meeting HallLocation: Town Meeting HallFees: $2 per person, per dayFees: $2 per person, per day$2 per person, per day. Call coordinators Flo Ahern
at (925) 831-2171 or Bill Iles at (925) 216-1203
for reservations or email [email protected].
Experienced players only please.
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Registration: August 13 – Residents, August 15 – Non-Residents View or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov/seniors or view a copy at any Town Offi ce location.
Silver Streak Distribution Th e Town of Danville will continue mailing the bi-monthly Silver Streak newsletter to Danville residents within the Town boundaries. Non-residents are encouraged to view or download the Silver Streak online at www.danville.ca.gov/seniors or view a copy at any Town Offi ce location.
Legal Holidays Observed Monday, September 1 – Labor Day
Silver Screen Movies Location: Village TheatreLocation: Village TheatreFees: FREEFees: FREE
Movies are shown on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. Please contact Senior Services at (925) 314-3490 to get a list
of scheduled movies. Pre-registration not required.
Movie Dates: 9/12, 9/26, 10/10, 10/31No Movies On: 9/5, 9/19, 10/3, 10/17 10/24
Coming to the Village TheatreCat on a Hot Tin Roof, Role Players EnsembleSeptember 5-September 20
Musiclore, Th ursdays @ the VTSeptember 25, 7:30 p.m.
Th e Joy Drops, Th ursdays @ the VTOctober 24, 7:30 p.m.