Silverstreak September/October 2014

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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


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


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


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...)



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


Downsizing Made Easy, Five Easy Steps Barcode: 39502


Memory Loss-Is This Normal? Barcode: 39503


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


TOTAL FEES PAGE 1 $

Register (X)

Participant Initials BUZZ SESSIONS (Con’t) Date Time

(approximate) Fee

Medicare Plan Changes for 2015 Barcode: 39506


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


(no Bocce on 9/24) Wednesdays 9/3 – 10/29 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

$20 R $24N


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


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


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


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


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


$10 N Scrabble-Fun With Words!


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


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


$72 N Sudoku


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


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


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


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


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

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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



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


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).

Sudoku (continued...)


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


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].

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Town of Danville

Senior Services

115 E. Prospect Avenue

Danville, CA 94526

Visit the Town of Danville Online: www.danville.ca.gov

Danville Senior Services (925) 314-3490

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.

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