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2060 W. College Ave • Santa Rosa, CA 95401 • 707-543-3745 • www.santarosarec.com • Volume: 1 Issue: 1

Mark your Calendar Lots of planned activities ..... 2

Summer with the Grandkids Unique ideas to keep you both busy ..................... 2

Instructor Spotlight Meet Donna Burch .............. 4

Drop-In Activity Schedule .. 4

Health & Fitness CornerAre you sitting too much? ... 4

History in Our MidstSanta Rosa Rural Cemetery .... 5

Did you know?Safe Medicine Disposal ........ 5 Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities Workshops, book club and more! ........................... 6

The Rural Cemetery is a Santa Rosa treasure. Located on Frank-lin Blvd, the Rural Cemetery is maintained by a group of dedicat-ed volunteers who not only care for the grounds but also bring history to life through storytelling and character acting.

You can learn more about Santa Rosa’s fascinating history during docent-led tours or an evening of “living history” on a Lamplight Tour. You’ll find many interesting stories; such as the tale of Joseph Wood, a hops buyer from New York, who stepped off the eve-ning train at Santa Rosa’s Depot

and checked into his favorite room at the Western Hotel, as he had done so many times in the past. Unfortunately, this time would be his last. At 5:12 in the morning, the west wall fell dur-ing the 1906 Earthquake, crush-ing him in his bed. Local folklore suggests his ghost is periodically spotted at the Flying Goat Café that now occupies that portion of the Western Hotel.

Mr. Wood is just one of over 5,400 residents at the Rural Cemetery, whose stories weave the fabric of Santa Rosa’s past. Join in on a tour, offered June 22

and August 10. Or register for a Lamplight Tour, September 20-21. Call (707) 543-3282 for more information and to register. You won’t be disappointed.

Over 240 pounds of un-used medi-cine have been collected at the Bennett Valley Senior Center since 2012! Sonoma County residents are being asked to dump the habit of pouring unused medications down the drain. Whether it is prescription or non-prescription medications, it is not recommended that you flush them down the toilet or pour them down the drain.

The City of Santa Rosa wants to reduce the amount of pharmaceuti-cals in the wastewater that is pro-cessed through the treatment plant, and therefore offers 13 locations in Santa Rosa where residents can

take back their unwanted medica-tions FREE of charge. By doing this, residents reduce the risks of accidental poisoning, the inten-tional abuse of medications, and the amount of medicine disposed of in landfills and the water supply. To date, the Safe Medicine Disposal Program has collected more than 36,000 pounds of unwanted medi-cations.

For a list of participating take- back locations, please visit www.safemedicinedisposal.org or call the Environmental Compliance Section at (707) 543-3369.

Beat the Heat this Summer with Rec & Parks!INSIDe tHIS ISSUe!

Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park

Rural Cemetery

History In Our MidstA closer look at the Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

Safe Medicine Disposal For accessible information call (707)543-3292/TDD

(707) 543-3289 M-F 8am-5pm

Did You Know?Safe Medicine Disposal: Safer for you, your family and the environment

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•Senior Wing Book Club (NEW!)3rd Monday of the month, 1:30-3:00pm, Person Senior Wing Join our friendly book club and discuss what you are reading with new friends. Please call for title of the book the club is cur-rently reading (707)543-3745. Cost is $2.00.•Thursday Morning Motivations Learn about the BEMER healing device Thursday, 7/11, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64345 BEMER is a FDA registered medical device which improves circulation in the smallest blood vessels or capillaries. Learn to Ride the Bus Thursday, 7/18 or 8/12, 9:30-11:15am FREE Bennett Valley Senior Center Learn how to use the efficient public transpor- tation system and get where you want to go. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608•AARP Drivers Safety Refresher CoursesSaturday 7/20, 9am-1:30pm BVSC #64442 or Tuesday 8/8, 9:30am-2pm CHOPS #66128Brush-up on your defensive driving techniques in a refresher course. $17/$15 AARP Members

•Legalizing Your Paperwork Thursday, 8/8, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64346 Monica Moura, mobile public notary, returns to discuss how to make sure your final wishes have been legalized in your paper-work, will and healthcare directive. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608.•Art ClassesVarying Schedule and rates, Person Senior WingWe offer a variety of art classes to help you express the artist within! All art classes are led by renowned local artists and held in the beautiful new senior building. All levels are welcome from accomplished artists wishing to refine their techniques to com-plete beginners. All art classes require pre-registration and are offered in sessions that follow the calendar month. Material lists will be provided upon registration. Fees vary, call for details. Try one of these classes this summer:•WatercolorwithBerenice- Wed or Thur 1:30-4:30pm•PastelswithChristianQuintin-Tues 11am-1pm•WatercolorwithBarbara- Fri 9:15am-12pm or 12:30-3:30pm•FundamentalsofDrawingwithChristianQuintin- Thur 11am-1pm

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July/August 2013

It’s getting hot outside. The kind of “hot” weather that makes you want to lay down in front of an air con-ditioner all day. But that’s no fun, because then you’d be missing out on all of the exciting opportunities that the warm weather also brings! To help you make the most of your sum-mer days while keeping cool, we’ve put together a list of surefire ways to do just that! Check out one or all of these heat-beating activities...

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park Wed 7/10, 11am-3pm, $5 member/ $10 non-member, #58968Relax in the shade with friends and enjoy a lunch of beef, turkey or veggie burgers, beverages, salads and dessert. Plus, listen to the sounds of Ray Walker and his Dixieland Band. Buy your ticket in advance (no tickets are sold at the park).

Live at Juilliard Sundays July 7- August 11, 5-7pm, FREE, Juilliard ParkEnjoy the extra hours of daylight at this evening outdoor concert series. Hear the musical styling of Purple Haze, The Blues Burners, The Sorentinos, Frobeck, Dennis Johnson & The Mississippi Ramblers, and Beatles Flashback.

Neighborhood Flea Market Sat 8/31 8am-1pm, FREE, BV Senior CenterTake advantage of the cooler morning hours and visit this eclectic flea mar-ket to find that one-of- a-kind item that just isn’t sold in stores anymore. (Vendor space is still available for $20; call for details 707-545-8608).

Water Fitness Classes Finley Aquatic Center, Call (707) 543-3745 for times and feesRefresh in the pool while getting your exercise! This 60-minute work-out uses the resistance of water to provide strength training and aerobic conditioning for people of all fitness levels. Improve your strength, en-durance, flexibility, and well-being. Class is conducted in shallow water, non-swimmers are welcome.

Summer BBQ on the Patio Thurs 8/23 11:30am-1:30pm, $2 member/$5 non-member, BV Senior CenterCome and enjoy a great hot dog lunch with all the fixings on our shaded tree-lined patio.

Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip 7/26 & 8/30 9:30am-4pm, $5, Meet at BV Senior Center Take a bus to the air-conditioned casino for some gaming fun. You will receive a $10 credit or player card. YOU MUST BRING PHOTO ID.

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Make the Most of Your Summer with the Grandkids

Schools out for summer! And you know what that means … likely much more time for you to spend with the grandkids! To help maximize the family fun, we’ve put together a list of 5 unique activities worth checking out with your little loved ones this season! Call (707) 543-3737 for full details about these activities.

1) Gather the clan for FAMILY PORTRAIT DAY Sat. 7/27 9am - 12pm, BV Senior Center A family portrait is a keepsake you will treasure forever. Plus, having a portrait done is a fun activity to do as a fam-ily because you can get creative with matching clothes or fun family poses. Yuzu Studios will be running the show and photo package cost is only $24.99 which includes (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7s and (8) wallets-size photos! RSVP to (707) 483-7943 or (707) 545-8608. Walk-ins welcome, open to all ages. Priority given to those that RSVP.

2) Visit BAYER FARM Fridays 2:30-5pm, FREE, Bayer Farm, 1550 West Ave.Experience Santa Rosa’s agriculture past in the middle of the city! You can stroll through the gardens, help tend the plants, purchase produce or just relax and enjoy the views of Taylor Mountain.

3) Cozy up at MOVIES IN THE PARK Fridays 8/16 – 9/20, FREE, Howarth ParkBring a blanket and cozy up on the lawn to enjoy this eclec-tic mix of family-friendly movies. Movies start at dusk.

4) Cool off at the SPLASH BASH BBQ Sat. 7/20 1-6pm, $25 adults/$12 youth, Finley Aquatic CenterThe ULTIMATE family pool party! Grab the grandkids and head to the pool for great food, sunshine and water fun!

5) Sign up for SAILING LESSONS Week-long sessions offered all summer, Howarth Park’s Lake RalphineJoin in the excitement of America’s Cup by crewing your own clipper. Our experienced instructors will teach you the basics needed to enjoy sailing around the lake. For adults of all ages and children 12+.

There are many joys associated with retirement, including long restful days sitting in your favor-ite chair. But, before you sit, you should know, the latest research shows a link between too much sitting and chronic disease. But, how much sitting is too much? The result may surprise you; just four hours a day. Research conducted by Richard Rosenkranz, from Kan-sas State University, of more than 63,000 men found that individuals sitting for more than four hours per day were significantly more likely

to report having a chronic disease such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. It appears this correlation is indepen-dent of other poor health choices. More research is yet to come, but the study is convincing.

So, get on your feet and join us for an exercise class. We have a wide variety of classes for people of all fitness levels and abilities. Our instructors are skilled at helping stu-dents modify movements to accom-modate any physical limitations.

Donna Burch is a well-known face around the Finley Swim Center with more than 18 years instructing water fitness. In fact, Donna was instrumental in the proliferation of water fitness and therapeutic water exercise at aquatic centers throughout So-noma County. However, what you may not know is her passion for wellness extends beyond the swimming pool. Donna is also a skilled yoga instructor. Her relationship with yoga began in the early eighties when she began teaching fitness classes and incor-porated yoga for stretching and relaxation. She began practicing yoga regularly in 1998. Donna

is trained in the Vinyasa Flow style and enjoys infusing ideas from a variety of workshops and instructors into her classes. With a Master’s Degree in Kinesiol-ogy, Donna brings a professional awareness of body mechanics to her classes.

The Easy Flow Vinyasa yoga Donna teaches is great for begin-ners, and can be modified to Chair Yoga for those folks who have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. “There are many benefits to participation” says Donna, “yoga improves flexibil-ity, may decrease pain, improves sleep, increases strength, im-

proves balance, reduces stress, and lead to a sense of inner calm, and there are many others!”

Join Donna at Yoga with Donna M-TH 11:30am-12:30pm for a $7 drop-in class at the Person Senior Wing or find her at the pool teaching water fitness.

Bennett Valley Senior Center 704 Bennett Valley Rd MonDay9:00-10:10 Tai Chi $4.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre Reg9:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0010:30-12:00 Needlecraft $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre RegtUeSDay 9:30-11:00 Exp Beginner Spanish $2.009:30-11:00 Intermediate Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Advanced Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Conversational Spanish $2.00 9:30-10:30 Medicare/Soc Sec 2nd & 4th Tu FREE10:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.00WeDneSDay9:00-10:00 Rosen Method Exercise $7.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg9:00-12:00 Ladies Billiards $2.009:30-12:00 Blood Pressure FREE10:30-2:00 Chinese Mahjong $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg11:00-12:30 Line Dance $2.0012:00-2:00 Party Bridge $2.00thUrSDay9:00-10:00 Tai Chi w/ Dr Carl $3.009:00-11:00 Wii Games $2.0010:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:15-11:30 Silver Singers Choral $2.0010:30-12:00 Neuropathy 1st Thurs $2.0010:30-11:30 Thurs Morn Motivations Free10:30-12:30 Whist $2.0011:15-2:00 Party Bridge Lessons $2.0011:00-12:00 Caregiver Support Group Free11:00-12:00 Use It or Lose It 3rd Thurs Free12:00-1:00 Legal Aid Clinic 1st Thurs FreeFriDay9:00-12:00 Autobiography/Writing $2.009:00-11:00 Computer Lab $1.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.00

PerSon Senior Wing 2060 College Ave.MonDay9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-12:00 History $2.0011:00-12:30 Beg Ukulele/Harmonica $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-3:30 Party Bridge $2.001:30 - 3:00 Book Club 3rd Mon $2.00tUeSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-3:00 Pedro $2.001:30-2:30 Belly Dance Fitness $5.002:00-4:00 Photography 1st & 2nd Tues $2.00WeDneSDay 9:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:00-11:30 Discussion Group $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:00-3:00 Experienced Ukulele $2.001:00-4:00 Scrabble $2.001:30-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00thUrSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-4:00 Texas Hold’em Poker $2.00FriDay 9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.0010:30-12:00 Experienced Line Dance $2.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0012:45-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00

Please Note: • No Line Dance Rebels 8/19 – 9/2; dancing resumes on 9/4. • No Peripheral Neuropathy during July or August.

Drop-In Activity Schedule Instructor Spotlight

Introducing Donna Burch, Yoga and Water Fitness Instructor

Donna Burch

Health & Fitness Corner

Are You Sitting Too Much?

Finley CoMMUnity CenterMONDAY12:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:15 Duplicate Bridge $4.00FriDay1:00-4:00 Ballroom Dance $7.00

SOURCE: Kansas State University, news release, Feb. 18, 2013

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Mark Your Calendar BVSC = Bennett Valley Senior Center PSW = Person Senior Wing

JuLY7/3 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/4 Centers CLOSED for Independence Day7/7 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/8 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC7/9 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/10 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/10 Senior Picnic, Howarth Park7/11 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC7/14 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/17 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/18 Use It or Lose It, BVSC7/18 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC7/18 Nine-ball Tournament, BVSC7/21 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/23 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/24 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/26 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC7/28 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/31 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC

AuGuST8/1 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC8/4 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/7 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/8 Summer BBQ, BVSC8/10 History Walking Tour, SR Rural Cemetery8/11 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/12 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC8/13 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC 8/14 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/14 Luau Dance, Steve Luther DJ, Finley 7/15 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC8/15 Use It or Lose It, BVSC8/15 Nine-Ball Tournament, BVSC8/16 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/18 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/21 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/23 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/25 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/27 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC8/28 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/30 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC8/30 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/31 Neighborhood Flea Market, BVSC

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Make the Most of Your Summer with the Grandkids

Schools out for summer! And you know what that means … likely much more time for you to spend with the grandkids! To help maximize the family fun, we’ve put together a list of 5 unique activities worth checking out with your little loved ones this season! Call (707) 543-3737 for full details about these activities.

1) Gather the clan for FAMILY PORTRAIT DAY Sat. 7/27 9am - 12pm, BV Senior Center A family portrait is a keepsake you will treasure forever. Plus, having a portrait done is a fun activity to do as a fam-ily because you can get creative with matching clothes or fun family poses. Yuzu Studios will be running the show and photo package cost is only $24.99 which includes (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7s and (8) wallets-size photos! RSVP to (707) 483-7943 or (707) 545-8608. Walk-ins welcome, open to all ages. Priority given to those that RSVP.

2) Visit BAYER FARM Fridays 2:30-5pm, FREE, Bayer Farm, 1550 West Ave.Experience Santa Rosa’s agriculture past in the middle of the city! You can stroll through the gardens, help tend the plants, purchase produce or just relax and enjoy the views of Taylor Mountain.

3) Cozy up at MOVIES IN THE PARK Fridays 8/16 – 9/20, FREE, Howarth ParkBring a blanket and cozy up on the lawn to enjoy this eclec-tic mix of family-friendly movies. Movies start at dusk.

4) Cool off at the SPLASH BASH BBQ Sat. 7/20 1-6pm, $25 adults/$12 youth, Finley Aquatic CenterThe ULTIMATE family pool party! Grab the grandkids and head to the pool for great food, sunshine and water fun!

5) Sign up for SAILING LESSONS Week-long sessions offered all summer, Howarth Park’s Lake RalphineJoin in the excitement of America’s Cup by crewing your own clipper. Our experienced instructors will teach you the basics needed to enjoy sailing around the lake. For adults of all ages and children 12+.

There are many joys associated with retirement, including long restful days sitting in your favor-ite chair. But, before you sit, you should know, the latest research shows a link between too much sitting and chronic disease. But, how much sitting is too much? The result may surprise you; just four hours a day. Research conducted by Richard Rosenkranz, from Kan-sas State University, of more than 63,000 men found that individuals sitting for more than four hours per day were significantly more likely

to report having a chronic disease such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. It appears this correlation is indepen-dent of other poor health choices. More research is yet to come, but the study is convincing.

So, get on your feet and join us for an exercise class. We have a wide variety of classes for people of all fitness levels and abilities. Our instructors are skilled at helping stu-dents modify movements to accom-modate any physical limitations.

Donna Burch is a well-known face around the Finley Swim Center with more than 18 years instructing water fitness. In fact, Donna was instrumental in the proliferation of water fitness and therapeutic water exercise at aquatic centers throughout So-noma County. However, what you may not know is her passion for wellness extends beyond the swimming pool. Donna is also a skilled yoga instructor. Her relationship with yoga began in the early eighties when she began teaching fitness classes and incor-porated yoga for stretching and relaxation. She began practicing yoga regularly in 1998. Donna

is trained in the Vinyasa Flow style and enjoys infusing ideas from a variety of workshops and instructors into her classes. With a Master’s Degree in Kinesiol-ogy, Donna brings a professional awareness of body mechanics to her classes.

The Easy Flow Vinyasa yoga Donna teaches is great for begin-ners, and can be modified to Chair Yoga for those folks who have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. “There are many benefits to participation” says Donna, “yoga improves flexibil-ity, may decrease pain, improves sleep, increases strength, im-

proves balance, reduces stress, and lead to a sense of inner calm, and there are many others!”

Join Donna at Yoga with Donna M-TH 11:30am-12:30pm for a $7 drop-in class at the Person Senior Wing or find her at the pool teaching water fitness.

Bennett Valley Senior Center 704 Bennett Valley Rd MonDay9:00-10:10 Tai Chi $4.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre Reg9:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0010:30-12:00 Needlecraft $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre RegtUeSDay 9:30-11:00 Exp Beginner Spanish $2.009:30-11:00 Intermediate Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Advanced Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Conversational Spanish $2.00 9:30-10:30 Medicare/Soc Sec 2nd & 4th Tu FREE10:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.00WeDneSDay9:00-10:00 Rosen Method Exercise $7.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg9:00-12:00 Ladies Billiards $2.009:30-12:00 Blood Pressure FREE10:30-2:00 Chinese Mahjong $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg11:00-12:30 Line Dance $2.0012:00-2:00 Party Bridge $2.00thUrSDay9:00-10:00 Tai Chi w/ Dr Carl $3.009:00-11:00 Wii Games $2.0010:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:15-11:30 Silver Singers Choral $2.0010:30-12:00 Neuropathy 1st Thurs $2.0010:30-11:30 Thurs Morn Motivations Free10:30-12:30 Whist $2.0011:15-2:00 Party Bridge Lessons $2.0011:00-12:00 Caregiver Support Group Free11:00-12:00 Use It or Lose It 3rd Thurs Free12:00-1:00 Legal Aid Clinic 1st Thurs FreeFriDay9:00-12:00 Autobiography/Writing $2.009:00-11:00 Computer Lab $1.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.00

PerSon Senior Wing 2060 College Ave.MonDay9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-12:00 History $2.0011:00-12:30 Beg Ukulele/Harmonica $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-3:30 Party Bridge $2.001:30 - 3:00 Book Club 3rd Mon $2.00tUeSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-3:00 Pedro $2.001:30-2:30 Belly Dance Fitness $5.002:00-4:00 Photography 1st & 2nd Tues $2.00WeDneSDay 9:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:00-11:30 Discussion Group $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:00-3:00 Experienced Ukulele $2.001:00-4:00 Scrabble $2.001:30-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00thUrSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-4:00 Texas Hold’em Poker $2.00FriDay 9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.0010:30-12:00 Experienced Line Dance $2.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0012:45-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00

Please Note: • No Line Dance Rebels 8/19 – 9/2; dancing resumes on 9/4. • No Peripheral Neuropathy during July or August.

Drop-In Activity Schedule Instructor Spotlight

Introducing Donna Burch, Yoga and Water Fitness Instructor

Donna Burch

Health & Fitness Corner

Are You Sitting Too Much?

Finley CoMMUnity CenterMONDAY12:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:15 Duplicate Bridge $4.00FriDay1:00-4:00 Ballroom Dance $7.00

SOURCE: Kansas State University, news release, Feb. 18, 2013

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Mark Your Calendar BVSC = Bennett Valley Senior Center PSW = Person Senior Wing

JuLY7/3 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/4 Centers CLOSED for Independence Day7/7 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/8 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC7/9 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/10 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/10 Senior Picnic, Howarth Park7/11 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC7/14 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/17 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/18 Use It or Lose It, BVSC7/18 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC7/18 Nine-ball Tournament, BVSC7/21 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/23 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/24 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/26 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC7/28 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/31 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC

AuGuST8/1 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC8/4 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/7 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/8 Summer BBQ, BVSC8/10 History Walking Tour, SR Rural Cemetery8/11 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/12 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC8/13 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC 8/14 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/14 Luau Dance, Steve Luther DJ, Finley 7/15 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC8/15 Use It or Lose It, BVSC8/15 Nine-Ball Tournament, BVSC8/16 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/18 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/21 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/23 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/25 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/27 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC8/28 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/30 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC8/30 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/31 Neighborhood Flea Market, BVSC

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Make the Most of Your Summer with the Grandkids

Schools out for summer! And you know what that means … likely much more time for you to spend with the grandkids! To help maximize the family fun, we’ve put together a list of 5 unique activities worth checking out with your little loved ones this season! Call (707) 543-3737 for full details about these activities.

1) Gather the clan for FAMILY PORTRAIT DAY Sat. 7/27 9am - 12pm, BV Senior Center A family portrait is a keepsake you will treasure forever. Plus, having a portrait done is a fun activity to do as a fam-ily because you can get creative with matching clothes or fun family poses. Yuzu Studios will be running the show and photo package cost is only $24.99 which includes (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7s and (8) wallets-size photos! RSVP to (707) 483-7943 or (707) 545-8608. Walk-ins welcome, open to all ages. Priority given to those that RSVP.

2) Visit BAYER FARM Fridays 2:30-5pm, FREE, Bayer Farm, 1550 West Ave.Experience Santa Rosa’s agriculture past in the middle of the city! You can stroll through the gardens, help tend the plants, purchase produce or just relax and enjoy the views of Taylor Mountain.

3) Cozy up at MOVIES IN THE PARK Fridays 8/16 – 9/20, FREE, Howarth ParkBring a blanket and cozy up on the lawn to enjoy this eclec-tic mix of family-friendly movies. Movies start at dusk.

4) Cool off at the SPLASH BASH BBQ Sat. 7/20 1-6pm, $25 adults/$12 youth, Finley Aquatic CenterThe ULTIMATE family pool party! Grab the grandkids and head to the pool for great food, sunshine and water fun!

5) Sign up for SAILING LESSONS Week-long sessions offered all summer, Howarth Park’s Lake RalphineJoin in the excitement of America’s Cup by crewing your own clipper. Our experienced instructors will teach you the basics needed to enjoy sailing around the lake. For adults of all ages and children 12+.

There are many joys associated with retirement, including long restful days sitting in your favor-ite chair. But, before you sit, you should know, the latest research shows a link between too much sitting and chronic disease. But, how much sitting is too much? The result may surprise you; just four hours a day. Research conducted by Richard Rosenkranz, from Kan-sas State University, of more than 63,000 men found that individuals sitting for more than four hours per day were significantly more likely

to report having a chronic disease such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. It appears this correlation is indepen-dent of other poor health choices. More research is yet to come, but the study is convincing.

So, get on your feet and join us for an exercise class. We have a wide variety of classes for people of all fitness levels and abilities. Our instructors are skilled at helping stu-dents modify movements to accom-modate any physical limitations.

Donna Burch is a well-known face around the Finley Swim Center with more than 18 years instructing water fitness. In fact, Donna was instrumental in the proliferation of water fitness and therapeutic water exercise at aquatic centers throughout So-noma County. However, what you may not know is her passion for wellness extends beyond the swimming pool. Donna is also a skilled yoga instructor. Her relationship with yoga began in the early eighties when she began teaching fitness classes and incor-porated yoga for stretching and relaxation. She began practicing yoga regularly in 1998. Donna

is trained in the Vinyasa Flow style and enjoys infusing ideas from a variety of workshops and instructors into her classes. With a Master’s Degree in Kinesiol-ogy, Donna brings a professional awareness of body mechanics to her classes.

The Easy Flow Vinyasa yoga Donna teaches is great for begin-ners, and can be modified to Chair Yoga for those folks who have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. “There are many benefits to participation” says Donna, “yoga improves flexibil-ity, may decrease pain, improves sleep, increases strength, im-

proves balance, reduces stress, and lead to a sense of inner calm, and there are many others!”

Join Donna at Yoga with Donna M-TH 11:30am-12:30pm for a $7 drop-in class at the Person Senior Wing or find her at the pool teaching water fitness.

Bennett Valley Senior Center 704 Bennett Valley Rd MonDay9:00-10:10 Tai Chi $4.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre Reg9:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0010:30-12:00 Needlecraft $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre RegtUeSDay 9:30-11:00 Exp Beginner Spanish $2.009:30-11:00 Intermediate Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Advanced Spanish $2.0011:00-12:30 Conversational Spanish $2.00 9:30-10:30 Medicare/Soc Sec 2nd & 4th Tu FREE10:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.00WeDneSDay9:00-10:00 Rosen Method Exercise $7.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.009:00-10-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg9:00-12:00 Ladies Billiards $2.009:30-12:00 Blood Pressure FREE10:30-2:00 Chinese Mahjong $2.0011:00-12-30 Computer Classes Pre-Reg11:00-12:30 Line Dance $2.0012:00-2:00 Party Bridge $2.00thUrSDay9:00-10:00 Tai Chi w/ Dr Carl $3.009:00-11:00 Wii Games $2.0010:00-11:00 Stretch & Bend $3.0010:15-11:30 Silver Singers Choral $2.0010:30-12:00 Neuropathy 1st Thurs $2.0010:30-11:30 Thurs Morn Motivations Free10:30-12:30 Whist $2.0011:15-2:00 Party Bridge Lessons $2.0011:00-12:00 Caregiver Support Group Free11:00-12:00 Use It or Lose It 3rd Thurs Free12:00-1:00 Legal Aid Clinic 1st Thurs FreeFriDay9:00-12:00 Autobiography/Writing $2.009:00-11:00 Computer Lab $1.009:00-10:00 Morning Exercise $2.0011:00-2:00 Bingo $2.00

PerSon Senior Wing 2060 College Ave.MonDay9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-12:00 History $2.0011:00-12:30 Beg Ukulele/Harmonica $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-3:30 Party Bridge $2.001:30 - 3:00 Book Club 3rd Mon $2.00tUeSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-3:00 Pedro $2.001:30-2:30 Belly Dance Fitness $5.002:00-4:00 Photography 1st & 2nd Tues $2.00WeDneSDay 9:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:00-11:30 Discussion Group $2.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:00-3:00 Experienced Ukulele $2.001:00-4:00 Scrabble $2.001:30-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00thUrSDay 9:30-10:30 Pilates as We Age $7.0011:30-12:30 Yoga with Donna $7.001:00-4:00 Texas Hold’em Poker $2.00FriDay 9:00-10:00 Boomer Blast Fitness $6.009:30-10:30 Line Dance Rebels $2.0010:30-11:30 Better Balance $4.0010:30-12:00 Experienced Line Dance $2.0012:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:00 Bridge/Exp Players $2.0012:45-4:30 Ping Pong $2.00

Please Note: • No Line Dance Rebels 8/19 – 9/2; dancing resumes on 9/4. • No Peripheral Neuropathy during July or August.

Drop-In Activity Schedule Instructor Spotlight

Introducing Donna Burch, Yoga and Water Fitness Instructor

Donna Burch

Health & Fitness Corner

Are You Sitting Too Much?

Finley CoMMUnity CenterMONDAY12:30-4:00 Pinochle $2.0012:30-4:15 Duplicate Bridge $4.00FriDay1:00-4:00 Ballroom Dance $7.00

SOURCE: Kansas State University, news release, Feb. 18, 2013

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Mark Your Calendar BVSC = Bennett Valley Senior Center PSW = Person Senior Wing

JuLY7/3 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/4 Centers CLOSED for Independence Day7/7 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/8 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC7/9 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/10 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/10 Senior Picnic, Howarth Park7/11 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC7/14 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/17 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/18 Use It or Lose It, BVSC7/18 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC7/18 Nine-ball Tournament, BVSC7/21 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/23 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC7/24 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC7/26 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC7/28 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park7/31 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC

AuGuST8/1 FREE Legal Aid (Call 545-8608, for appt), BVSC8/4 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/7 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/8 Summer BBQ, BVSC8/10 History Walking Tour, SR Rural Cemetery8/11 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/12 Learn to Ride the Bus Workshop, BVSC8/13 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC 8/14 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/14 Luau Dance, Steve Luther DJ, Finley 7/15 FREE Caregiver Support, BVSC8/15 Use It or Lose It, BVSC8/15 Nine-Ball Tournament, BVSC8/16 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/18 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/21 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/23 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/25 Live at Juilliard, Juilliard Park8/27 Medicare/Social Security Clinic, BVSC8/28 Free blood pressure reading, BVSC8/30 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip, BVSC8/30 Movie in the Park, Howarth Park8/31 Neighborhood Flea Market, BVSC

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PaIDPeRmIT no. 470SanTa RoSa, ca

2060 W. College Ave.Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Recreation & Parks

2060 W. College Ave • Santa Rosa, CA 95401 • 707-543-3745 • www.santarosarec.com • Volume: 1 Issue: 1

Mark your Calendar Lots of planned activities ..... 2

Summer with the Grandkids Unique ideas to keep you both busy ..................... 2

Instructor Spotlight Meet Donna Burch .............. 4

Drop-In Activity Schedule .. 4

Health & Fitness CornerAre you sitting too much? ... 4

History in Our MidstSanta Rosa Rural Cemetery .... 5

Did you know?Safe Medicine Disposal ........ 5 Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities Workshops, book club and more! ........................... 6

The Rural Cemetery is a Santa Rosa treasure. Located on Frank-lin Blvd, the Rural Cemetery is maintained by a group of dedicat-ed volunteers who not only care for the grounds but also bring history to life through storytelling and character acting.

You can learn more about Santa Rosa’s fascinating history during docent-led tours or an evening of “living history” on a Lamplight Tour. You’ll find many interesting stories; such as the tale of Joseph Wood, a hops buyer from New York, who stepped off the eve-ning train at Santa Rosa’s Depot

and checked into his favorite room at the Western Hotel, as he had done so many times in the past. Unfortunately, this time would be his last. At 5:12 in the morning, the west wall fell dur-ing the 1906 Earthquake, crush-ing him in his bed. Local folklore suggests his ghost is periodically spotted at the Flying Goat Café that now occupies that portion of the Western Hotel.

Mr. Wood is just one of over 5,400 residents at the Rural Cemetery, whose stories weave the fabric of Santa Rosa’s past. Join in on a tour, offered June 22

and August 10. Or register for a Lamplight Tour, September 20-21. Call (707) 543-3282 for more information and to register. You won’t be disappointed.

Over 240 pounds of un-used medi-cine have been collected at the Bennett Valley Senior Center since 2012! Sonoma County residents are being asked to dump the habit of pouring unused medications down the drain. Whether it is prescription or non-prescription medications, it is not recommended that you flush them down the toilet or pour them down the drain.

The City of Santa Rosa wants to reduce the amount of pharmaceuti-cals in the wastewater that is pro-cessed through the treatment plant, and therefore offers 13 locations in Santa Rosa where residents can

take back their unwanted medica-tions FREE of charge. By doing this, residents reduce the risks of accidental poisoning, the inten-tional abuse of medications, and the amount of medicine disposed of in landfills and the water supply. To date, the Safe Medicine Disposal Program has collected more than 36,000 pounds of unwanted medi-cations.

For a list of participating take- back locations, please visit www.safemedicinedisposal.org or call the Environmental Compliance Section at (707) 543-3369.

Beat the Heat this Summer with Rec & Parks!INSIDe tHIS ISSUe!

Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park

Rural Cemetery

History In Our MidstA closer look at the Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

Safe Medicine Disposal For accessible information call (707)543-3292/TDD

(707) 543-3289 M-F 8am-5pm

Did You Know?Safe Medicine Disposal: Safer for you, your family and the environment

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•Senior Wing Book Club (NEW!)3rd Monday of the month, 1:30-3:00pm, Person Senior Wing Join our friendly book club and discuss what you are reading with new friends. Please call for title of the book the club is cur-rently reading (707)543-3745. Cost is $2.00.•Thursday Morning Motivations Learn about the BEMER healing device Thursday, 7/11, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64345 BEMER is a FDA registered medical device which improves circulation in the smallest blood vessels or capillaries. Learn to Ride the Bus Thursday, 7/18 or 8/12, 9:30-11:15am FREE Bennett Valley Senior Center Learn how to use the efficient public transpor- tation system and get where you want to go. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608•AARP Drivers Safety Refresher CoursesSaturday 7/20, 9am-1:30pm BVSC #64442 or Tuesday 8/8, 9:30am-2pm CHOPS #66128Brush-up on your defensive driving techniques in a refresher course. $17/$15 AARP Members

•Legalizing Your Paperwork Thursday, 8/8, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64346 Monica Moura, mobile public notary, returns to discuss how to make sure your final wishes have been legalized in your paper-work, will and healthcare directive. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608.•Art ClassesVarying Schedule and rates, Person Senior WingWe offer a variety of art classes to help you express the artist within! All art classes are led by renowned local artists and held in the beautiful new senior building. All levels are welcome from accomplished artists wishing to refine their techniques to com-plete beginners. All art classes require pre-registration and are offered in sessions that follow the calendar month. Material lists will be provided upon registration. Fees vary, call for details. Try one of these classes this summer:•WatercolorwithBerenice- Wed or Thur 1:30-4:30pm•PastelswithChristianQuintin-Tues 11am-1pm•WatercolorwithBarbara- Fri 9:15am-12pm or 12:30-3:30pm•FundamentalsofDrawingwithChristianQuintin- Thur 11am-1pm

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July/August 2013

It’s getting hot outside. The kind of “hot” weather that makes you want to lay down in front of an air con-ditioner all day. But that’s no fun, because then you’d be missing out on all of the exciting opportunities that the warm weather also brings! To help you make the most of your sum-mer days while keeping cool, we’ve put together a list of surefire ways to do just that! Check out one or all of these heat-beating activities...

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park Wed 7/10, 11am-3pm, $5 member/ $10 non-member, #58968Relax in the shade with friends and enjoy a lunch of beef, turkey or veggie burgers, beverages, salads and dessert. Plus, listen to the sounds of Ray Walker and his Dixieland Band. Buy your ticket in advance (no tickets are sold at the park).

Live at Juilliard Sundays July 7- August 11, 5-7pm, FREE, Juilliard ParkEnjoy the extra hours of daylight at this evening outdoor concert series. Hear the musical styling of Purple Haze, The Blues Burners, The Sorentinos, Frobeck, Dennis Johnson & The Mississippi Ramblers, and Beatles Flashback.

Neighborhood Flea Market Sat 8/31 8am-1pm, FREE, BV Senior CenterTake advantage of the cooler morning hours and visit this eclectic flea mar-ket to find that one-of- a-kind item that just isn’t sold in stores anymore. (Vendor space is still available for $20; call for details 707-545-8608).

Water Fitness Classes Finley Aquatic Center, Call (707) 543-3745 for times and feesRefresh in the pool while getting your exercise! This 60-minute work-out uses the resistance of water to provide strength training and aerobic conditioning for people of all fitness levels. Improve your strength, en-durance, flexibility, and well-being. Class is conducted in shallow water, non-swimmers are welcome.

Summer BBQ on the Patio Thurs 8/23 11:30am-1:30pm, $2 member/$5 non-member, BV Senior CenterCome and enjoy a great hot dog lunch with all the fixings on our shaded tree-lined patio.

Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip 7/26 & 8/30 9:30am-4pm, $5, Meet at BV Senior Center Take a bus to the air-conditioned casino for some gaming fun. You will receive a $10 credit or player card. YOU MUST BRING PHOTO ID.

PRSRT STDu.S. PoSTage

PaIDPeRmIT no. 470SanTa RoSa, ca

2060 W. College Ave.Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Recreation & Parks

2060 W. College Ave • Santa Rosa, CA 95401 • 707-543-3745 • www.santarosarec.com • Volume: 1 Issue: 1

Mark your Calendar Lots of planned activities ..... 2

Summer with the Grandkids Unique ideas to keep you both busy ..................... 2

Instructor Spotlight Meet Donna Burch .............. 4

Drop-In Activity Schedule .. 4

Health & Fitness CornerAre you sitting too much? ... 4

History in Our MidstSanta Rosa Rural Cemetery .... 5

Did you know?Safe Medicine Disposal ........ 5 Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities Workshops, book club and more! ........................... 6

The Rural Cemetery is a Santa Rosa treasure. Located on Frank-lin Blvd, the Rural Cemetery is maintained by a group of dedicat-ed volunteers who not only care for the grounds but also bring history to life through storytelling and character acting.

You can learn more about Santa Rosa’s fascinating history during docent-led tours or an evening of “living history” on a Lamplight Tour. You’ll find many interesting stories; such as the tale of Joseph Wood, a hops buyer from New York, who stepped off the eve-ning train at Santa Rosa’s Depot

and checked into his favorite room at the Western Hotel, as he had done so many times in the past. Unfortunately, this time would be his last. At 5:12 in the morning, the west wall fell dur-ing the 1906 Earthquake, crush-ing him in his bed. Local folklore suggests his ghost is periodically spotted at the Flying Goat Café that now occupies that portion of the Western Hotel.

Mr. Wood is just one of over 5,400 residents at the Rural Cemetery, whose stories weave the fabric of Santa Rosa’s past. Join in on a tour, offered June 22

and August 10. Or register for a Lamplight Tour, September 20-21. Call (707) 543-3282 for more information and to register. You won’t be disappointed.

Over 240 pounds of un-used medi-cine have been collected at the Bennett Valley Senior Center since 2012! Sonoma County residents are being asked to dump the habit of pouring unused medications down the drain. Whether it is prescription or non-prescription medications, it is not recommended that you flush them down the toilet or pour them down the drain.

The City of Santa Rosa wants to reduce the amount of pharmaceuti-cals in the wastewater that is pro-cessed through the treatment plant, and therefore offers 13 locations in Santa Rosa where residents can

take back their unwanted medica-tions FREE of charge. By doing this, residents reduce the risks of accidental poisoning, the inten-tional abuse of medications, and the amount of medicine disposed of in landfills and the water supply. To date, the Safe Medicine Disposal Program has collected more than 36,000 pounds of unwanted medi-cations.

For a list of participating take- back locations, please visit www.safemedicinedisposal.org or call the Environmental Compliance Section at (707) 543-3369.

Beat the Heat this Summer with Rec & Parks!INSIDe tHIS ISSUe!

Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park

Rural Cemetery

History In Our MidstA closer look at the Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

Safe Medicine Disposal For accessible information call (707)543-3292/TDD

(707) 543-3289 M-F 8am-5pm

Did You Know?Safe Medicine Disposal: Safer for you, your family and the environment

5 1

•Senior Wing Book Club (NEW!)3rd Monday of the month, 1:30-3:00pm, Person Senior Wing Join our friendly book club and discuss what you are reading with new friends. Please call for title of the book the club is cur-rently reading (707)543-3745. Cost is $2.00.•Thursday Morning Motivations Learn about the BEMER healing device Thursday, 7/11, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64345 BEMER is a FDA registered medical device which improves circulation in the smallest blood vessels or capillaries. Learn to Ride the Bus Thursday, 7/18 or 8/12, 9:30-11:15am FREE Bennett Valley Senior Center Learn how to use the efficient public transpor- tation system and get where you want to go. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608•AARP Drivers Safety Refresher CoursesSaturday 7/20, 9am-1:30pm BVSC #64442 or Tuesday 8/8, 9:30am-2pm CHOPS #66128Brush-up on your defensive driving techniques in a refresher course. $17/$15 AARP Members

•Legalizing Your Paperwork Thursday, 8/8, 10:30-11:30am Bennett Valley Senior Ctr #64346 Monica Moura, mobile public notary, returns to discuss how to make sure your final wishes have been legalized in your paper-work, will and healthcare directive. Pre-Registration Required (707) 545-8608.•Art ClassesVarying Schedule and rates, Person Senior WingWe offer a variety of art classes to help you express the artist within! All art classes are led by renowned local artists and held in the beautiful new senior building. All levels are welcome from accomplished artists wishing to refine their techniques to com-plete beginners. All art classes require pre-registration and are offered in sessions that follow the calendar month. Material lists will be provided upon registration. Fees vary, call for details. Try one of these classes this summer:•WatercolorwithBerenice- Wed or Thur 1:30-4:30pm•PastelswithChristianQuintin-Tues 11am-1pm•WatercolorwithBarbara- Fri 9:15am-12pm or 12:30-3:30pm•FundamentalsofDrawingwithChristianQuintin- Thur 11am-1pm

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July/August 2013

It’s getting hot outside. The kind of “hot” weather that makes you want to lay down in front of an air con-ditioner all day. But that’s no fun, because then you’d be missing out on all of the exciting opportunities that the warm weather also brings! To help you make the most of your sum-mer days while keeping cool, we’ve put together a list of surefire ways to do just that! Check out one or all of these heat-beating activities...

Senior Picnic at Howarth Park Wed 7/10, 11am-3pm, $5 member/ $10 non-member, #58968Relax in the shade with friends and enjoy a lunch of beef, turkey or veggie burgers, beverages, salads and dessert. Plus, listen to the sounds of Ray Walker and his Dixieland Band. Buy your ticket in advance (no tickets are sold at the park).

Live at Juilliard Sundays July 7- August 11, 5-7pm, FREE, Juilliard ParkEnjoy the extra hours of daylight at this evening outdoor concert series. Hear the musical styling of Purple Haze, The Blues Burners, The Sorentinos, Frobeck, Dennis Johnson & The Mississippi Ramblers, and Beatles Flashback.

Neighborhood Flea Market Sat 8/31 8am-1pm, FREE, BV Senior CenterTake advantage of the cooler morning hours and visit this eclectic flea mar-ket to find that one-of- a-kind item that just isn’t sold in stores anymore. (Vendor space is still available for $20; call for details 707-545-8608).

Water Fitness Classes Finley Aquatic Center, Call (707) 543-3745 for times and feesRefresh in the pool while getting your exercise! This 60-minute work-out uses the resistance of water to provide strength training and aerobic conditioning for people of all fitness levels. Improve your strength, en-durance, flexibility, and well-being. Class is conducted in shallow water, non-swimmers are welcome.

Summer BBQ on the Patio Thurs 8/23 11:30am-1:30pm, $2 member/$5 non-member, BV Senior CenterCome and enjoy a great hot dog lunch with all the fixings on our shaded tree-lined patio.

Sho-Ka-Wah Casino Trip 7/26 & 8/30 9:30am-4pm, $5, Meet at BV Senior Center Take a bus to the air-conditioned casino for some gaming fun. You will receive a $10 credit or player card. YOU MUST BRING PHOTO ID.