It’s Membership Renewal time. That means we want you to come in and re-join DOSC. We’re proud to announce that our dues will remain the same. That’s an amazingly low $12 a year (only $1 a month!) Unfortunately, we have to report that there will be an in-crease in the Parking Sticker. In 2018 Parking will be $10. This is the first change we have made to our Parking Sticker Fee in more than ten years. The change was not made lightly. Your Advisory Council and the Director agreed that we had to do it so that we could increase and fund addi-tional security guard hours. We are sure that you agree that having addi-tional security guard hours has in-creased our safety here at the Center, as well as provided additional assis-tance in getting you a parking space when you come to the Center.

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Volume 13

December 2017

Membership Renewals will happen in Hall 3 on the Main floor from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. starting Tues-

day, January 2, 2018.

Please be sure to bring your green plastic Membership Card so that we

can affix a 2018 label on the back.

Those of you wishing to purchase 2018 Parking Stickers must present your current DMV Registration—No Exceptions! The Registration must be in the DOSC member’s name.

Only one sticker per member.

2018 was an exciting year here at the Downtown Oakland Senior Center and you can expect even more outstanding programming and

events.

Of course we will have a wonderful gift for the first 500 members who join. So be sure to be one of the

first to renew your membership.

We will host AARP’s 8-hour Safety Driver Class on Friday, December 1 and December 8 (Yes, you must attend both). Class held from 9:30 am until

1:30.pm on both days.

Reduce your traffic violations, crashes and chances for injuries while you tune up your driving skills. The roads have changed. The cars have changed. Take this class to help you keep up with the changes. This is a great opportunity to learn about normal, age-related physical changes, and

how to adjust your driving to allow for these changes.

This two-day session is approved by the California Department of Motor Ve-hicles. Auto insurance companies may give you a reduction in rates for tak-ing this course. Cost is only $15 for AARP Members. $20 for non-AARP Members (you must present your AARP Card when you register). Write your AARP Membership number on the memo line of your check. Only check payments are accepted – Sorry, No Cash! Please make your check

Mark Your Calendar!

Next Travel Show Presentation

Monday, January 22, 2018 @ 2:00 p.m. Join us to discover how hassle-free travel can be with our respected travel partner, Collette. Whether you choose Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada or the U.S.—your complete tour package is ready for you. Early Booking Discounts apply with your reservation 6 months in advance. Color brochures are available in the Senior Center Lobby.

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Domestic & International Group Travel

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Destinations for 2018

Discover South Dakota, July 27 (Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood,

Badlands, Pine Ridge)

Australia & New Zealand, Sept. 11 (Cairns, Sidney, Christ-

church, Queenstown & more)

Spain’s Classics, Sept. 15 (Madrid, Toledo, Cordova, Seville,

Valencia, Barcelona & more)

Islands of New England, Sept. 20 (Rhode Island, Boston, Cape Cod,

Martha’s Vineyard)

Great Smoky Mountains, Oct. 17 (Atlanta, Stone Mountain Park,

Dollywood, Asheville)

Italian Vistas, Oct. 23 (Rome, Isle of Capri, Florence, Venice,

Leaning Tower of Pisa)

Destinations for 2019

Taste of Vietnam, Iconic Israel, Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries and

more.

Deborah Neal, Group Tour Coordinator @ (510) 499-5900

8-Hour AARP Safety Drivers Class

The 4-Hour Refresher Class will be offered on Friday, January 26, 2018 (9:30 am until 2:00 pm). You must have taken this 8-Hour class within the past three years to qualify to take the shorter 4-Hour

Refresher.

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We’re making plans for one of the Center’s most fun and

exciting trips…The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF).

Our Spring travel dates are Tuesday through Thursday, April 24, 25, 26, 2018.

You’ll travel to Ashland from the Downtown Oakland Sen-ior Center in comfort and style aboard a roomy and com-fortable bus. The per person cost for double rooms is amazingly affordable. Only $495 per person. Sorry our

single and triple rooms have sold out.

These low prices include your round-trip transportation, two nights at the beautiful Plaza Inn & Suites Hotel (located within a short walking distance to the OSF thea-ters), tickets to three performances, and most of your

meals, including dinner with the actors.

The plays we will see in Ashland are: Oklahoma, Othello, and Manahatta. Applications are available in our lobby

and a $100 deposit is needed to secure your spot.

If you’d like to learn more about the Oregon Shakespeare

Festival, just go online to www.osf.com.

Double occupancy price is only $495 per person.

Sorry, our single and triple rooms have sold out.

Dates: April 24,25,26 ,2018

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Seats Available for April Oregon Shakespeare Festival Trip

Holiday Luncheon at the Bellevue Club

Wednesday. December 6, 2017 at 12:00 Noon

$31 Cash Only

Are you up for more dining enjoyment? Then we want you to join us on Wednesday, December 6. At 12:00 Noon, we’ll enjoy a delicious five-star lunch at the historic Bellevue Club. Perched on the shores of Lake Merritt, the Bellevue Club opened in 1926. The restaurant is located inside a stunning old Victorian mansion with beautiful mar-ble floors and superbly gilded fixtures. The Bellevue Club is located at 525 Bellevue Avenue, and has a large parking

lot. No bus transportation will be provided for this trip.

The cost is only $31 (Cash Only)).

This low price includes all taxes and tips. You’ll have a choice of Shrimp Louie or Chicken Picatta with mashed potatoes and vegetable, or Spinach Ravioli with spring mix salad. All entrees come with soup, dessert, and a bever-

age.

This event sells out quickly. So come in and register to-

day

On Wednesday, December 13, join us for a day of shopping fun when the Center travels to the lovely Stoneridge Shop-ping Center in Pleasanton. You’ll enjoy choosing from over

165 stores featuring

Women & Children’s Clothing Fine and Fashion Jewelry

Purses, Belts & Fashion Accessories Christmas and Holiday Ornaments & Collectibles

Home Decorating Leather and Travel Goods

Personal Care Products

B.Y.O.S.B. (Bring Your Own Shopping Bags)

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Shop 'til You Drop at Stoneridge Shopping Center -December 13

DOSC Holiday Open House on Wednesday, December 20

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Jingle, jingle! You’re invited to join us in the Canteen on Wednesday, De-cember 20th as we celebrate the holi-day season. We’ll have free coffee

and pastry.

Of course, we’ll play holiday music, and try to find out just who’s been

naughty, and who’s been nice.

9:00 a.m. until Noon

Wednesday, December 20

It’s Free and No Registration Needed

Lots of eateries including Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang’s, Anderson Bakery, California Pizza Kitchen,

and Subway

Only $3.00 for Round Trip Transportation (Includes

Driver’s Tip). Lunch is on your own.

Bus will leave DOSC at 9:30 a.m. sharp

Bus leaves Stoneridge at 2:00 p.m. and will return to

DOSC at 3:00 p.m.

Seating limited to 25, so sign up today! $3.00 due at

registration. Absolutely No Refunds

Join us for Free Movies

The Movie Committee has been hard at work setting up a holiday line-up that’s sure to please. You’re invited to join us upstairs in the Multi-Purpose Room at 1:15 p.m. every Wednesday afternoon. We’ve got a big screen television, great

sound, and a chair just for you.

The Movie Committee understands that you enjoy variety, and so we show re-cent releases, classics, foreign films,

and documentaries.

Here’s our December Holiday line-up:

Dec 6—Home Alone (Macauley Culkin)

Dec 13—Trading Places (this is an Ed-die Murphy and Dan Aykroyd comedy

classic)

Dec 20—Four Christmases (Vince

Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon star)

Dec 27—Maudie (an unusual and bril-

liant love story)

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You’re invited to join us for a day of shop-

ping excitement and fun. On Thursday,

December 7, we head to Hobby Lobby in

Concord. Hobby Lobby is the largest pri-

vately owned arts and crafts retailer in the

world! While Hobby Lobby is primarily an

arts & crafts store, it also features wonderful

items for hobbyists, fabrics, wearable art,

home accents, floral and wedding supplies,

picture framing, and tons of holiday mer-

chandise.

After Hobby Lobby, we will get back on the

bus and head over to the Willows Shopping

Center.

Thursday, December 7

9:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Only $3.00 — Cash Only

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The election will be held during our Annual General Membership Meeting at 11:00 a.m. in Hall 3 on Friday, December 15th. Any member may attend, and

is welcome to speak to any Center issue or concern.

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Let’s Go Shopping on Thursday, December 7

Advisory Council Elections & General Membership Meeting

The Center’s Advisory Council is an elected body that works alongside the Director, advising her about Center programming. YOU elect the Council and our 2018 Elec-tions will be held on Friday, December 15th during the

Annual General Membership Meeting at 11:00 in Hall 3.

Applications to serve on the 2018 Council can be found in the lobby. Submission date is Noon, December 7th. Candidates must be paid DOSC members who can vol-unteer 10 hours each month here at the Center, and are able to attend monthly Council meetings. Council mem-bers serve and chair various committees including Policy & Procedures, Travel, Membership, Parking and Special

Events.

You may continue to shop or sit down and enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the many eateries including Claim Jumpers, Fudrucckers Burgers, Dos Coyotes, Ricks Rather Rich Ice Cream, and more. Lunch is on your

own.

At 3:00 p.m. we will get back on the bus and head back here to the Senior

Center.

Only $3.00 for Round Tr ip Transportation (Includes Driver’s Tip). Please register at the Reception

Desk.

Computer & Photography Classes Begin January 17

Beginner & Intermediate Computer Classes will be held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, January 17 through March 16, 2018. Classes will be held in the basement level Computer Class-

room from 9:00 am until 11:30 am. Only $30 for all sessions.

Digital Camera & Adobe Photoshop Classes will be held January 17 through March 16. These classes are held in the basement level Computer Room from 12:30 pm. until 2:30 pm on

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. $30 for all sessions.

Return Service Requested

200 Grand Avenue Oakland, CA 94610

Downtown Oakland Senior Center

Staff and Volunteers

Jennifer D. King, Director

Michelle Gomez-Thompson, Administrative Assist.

Sam Mazid, Custodian

Marlene Buckley, Receptionist

Marcie Costello, Canteen Hostess

Terry McIntosh, Receptionist

James Pagliei, Receptionist

Pamela D’Amato, Consignment Shop

Malinda Wade, Consignment Shop

Elton Rivers, Custodial Assist.

Ricardo Rodriguez, Custodial Assist.

Henry Metoyer, Custodial Assist.

Donald Brooks, Dining Room Host

Jean Mundy, Volunteer Admin.

Terri McWilliams, Volunteer Admin.

Check Out Our Website:http://www2.oaklandnet.com/Government/o/DHS/s/AAS/o/SeniorCenters/Downtown/index.htm

Center Hours: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Monday through Friday

(510) 238-3284

Join our DOSC Book Club when we meet on Friday, December 29, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in

Room 211.—located on the upper level

The book selection is The Buddha in the Attic by the Julie Otsuka. Please bring snacks to share and your suggestions for the January book selec-

tion.