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SENIOR SOUNDS

Pleasant Hill Senior Center www.phseniorcenter.com

Special Events this Month:

Senior Prom — NEW EVENT!!!

Friday, June 5 at 5:30pm in the Chateau Room

Travel back in time to your high school prom! Remember all the fun you had dancing and singing with friends? Here is your chance to do it again! This night to remember includes a Champagne Chicken dinner and live music by the Paul Fontes Band. Dinner, dancing and don’t forget to stop by the photo booth to capture these memories! Dinner Menu includes: Caesar Salad

or Mixed Greens, Chicken with Champagne Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, & assorted desserts. No host bar available.

- Tickets: $25 per person. Tickets limited and not be available day of. No refunds on tickets.

Tickets on Sale SOON:

Clarinet Fusion presents “A Musical Excursion: Dances, Marches & More!”

Friday, July 10 at 7pm in the Chateau Room

Clarinet Fusion will take you on an armchair Musical Excursion of a variety of international regions and pre-

sent a sampling of dances and marches, including the English Folk Song Suite (England), Libertango

(Argentina), Flight of the Bumble Bee (Russia), Gypsy Dance from ‘Carmen’ (Spain), The Sorcerer’s Appren-

tice (France), and more! Come experience the lush and unique sound that ten musicians on six different

types of clarinets can create. Doors open at 6:15pm. Refreshments will be served prior to concert.

- Tickets: $5 presale or $8 day of. No refunds on tickets. Tickets on sale Monday, June 1

Oakland Zoo presents ZooMobile

Tuesday, July 21 in the Chateau Room

An Education Specialist will bring the ZooMobile to the Senior Center and use small animals and animal

artifacts to teach you about them. Participants will have an opportunity to see the animals up close and to

touch most of the animals presented. The theme is “Habitats & Adaptations” Did you ever wonder why rain-

forest animals are so colorful, or have such loud voices? Did you notice how alligators float and sink in the

water. All ages welcome! When purchasing your tickets, make sure to specify the time of the show you would

like.

- 2 show times: 11am & 12:30pm, each show is the same and lasts 50 mins. 35 people max for each show.

- Tickets: $8 No refunds on tickets. Tickets on sale Monday, June 1.

Check Out More Events on Page 4 & 5!

President’s Message

June 2015 www.phseniorcenter.com

PLEASANT HILL SENIOR CENTER

233 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

MAIN OFFICE HOURS (925) 798-8788

Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 4:00PM

Friday: 9AM - 3PM

TRIP OFFICE HOURS (925) 798-8747

Monday - Friday: 10AM - 2PM

CARE MANAGEMENT HOURS (925) 798-8788 ext. 640

Days & hours vary, please call for an appointment

2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Ron Quinn 798-8788

Vice President Leo Vardas 798-8788

Past President Dick Savage 798-8788

Secretary Rita Poulsen 798-8788

Treasurer Joyce Moebius 798-8788

Membership Elaine Yeary 798-8788

Hostess Helen Nelson 685-0328

Sunshine Joyce Swearingen 938-7270

Volunteer Chair Anne Haydock 676-9257 Editor Judi Richardson 798-8788

Email: [email protected]

Parliamentarian Joan Gaustad 798-8788

Communications Inge Noble 685-3810

SENIOR CENTER STAFF

Kendra Luke Senior Supervisor

Dana Krider Care Manager

Holly Frates Program / Nutrition Coordinator

Cassie Eternal Trip Coordinator

Shirl Lee Admin. Assistant

Susan Yoshizaki Chef

24-HOUR CRISIS RESOURCES

Adult Protective Services (877) 839-4347

Contra Costa Crisis Center (800) 833-2900

Center for Elder Abuse (800) 677-1116

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the Sounds in the mail BUT you can always print it out

at home! Thank you for helping us be more green!

June!

Before I start, let me first make amends to all of our mothers for my

failure to wish you all a Happy Mothers Day! Of all things to for-

get...I trust you had a wonderful day!

Moving forward into June, I send best wishes for a restful and

Happy Father's Day to all our dads out there.

How is it June already? Personally, I'm not ready to share my movie

going experience with all the kids for the summer. However, I hear

the excitement in the talk in the hallway and at meetings over

Graduation events coming for grand and great-grandkids, from high

school to college with various degrees being earned. I'm also hear-

ing reflections of when we went to school...so many years ago. With

that in mind, let me remind you of our newest event coming

up...Senior Prom Night June 5 in the Chateau Room.

Fortunately, June is a little less busy than last month...allowing us to

catch our breath and prepare for the 4th of July Parade...Holly is

looking for participants. If you've never been in a parade, this is the

one to be in! It's great fun whether you walk or ride...you get to see

the folks that live in PH from an entirely different perspective. And if

you walk...you walk in the middle of the street...on purpose! So be

sure to let Holly know you're coming, ASAP.

Still looking for something to do? Try the new, free, Book Club June

1st in the Game Room or check out "Finding Meaning in Our Retire-

ment Years"...a 4 week class starting June 5 in the Game

Room...for a small fee.

Here's to a great month!

Ron

ON-SITE MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

Membership renewal can now be done at the Front Desk,

M-Th: 9am-4pm or Fri: 9am-3pm

Thank you to all who have already renewed!

As of 5/12/15 we are at 2,313 members

Spread the word...let’s hit 3,000 members this year!

SENIOR SOUNDS PICK UP PARTIES!

On Monday, June 22nd between 9am and 11am drop-by the

Chateau Room and grab your June newsletter hot off the press!

Be one of the first to get it!! If you are currently receiving the e-

newsletter there will not be a copy available to you at the Pick Up

Party however you receive your e-copy earlier than the rest!


BART TICKETS

Must be 65 to qualify for senior discounted tickets. PHSC does not redeem unused tickets. Limit of 5 tickets sold per person.

$9 each (worth $24 in rides)

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING

2nd Wednesday, 9:30am to 11am (Drop-in)

CARE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Provides resources and services to help seniors remain living independently, safely and with dignity for as long as possible. This program partially funded by CCC Community Block Grant.

Care Manager: Dana Krider

Hours and Days vary, call for an appt.: 798-8788 ext. 640

C.C. CAFÉ

Reservations required the business day before by Noon. Call (925) 771-7641 for reservations. Menu located on page 11.

Monday thru Friday, Food served at noon.

Suggested donation of $2, If under 60, $5 fee

COFFEE LOUNGE

A minimal donation of .50 cents per day is requested for coffee. The Senior Club generously supports the coffee stations but requests contributions to enable continuation of this service as coffee, cups, sugar, etc. costs continue to rise. Thank you.

CONSULT AN ATTORNEY PROGRAM

Free general advisory and self-help services. Appointments required. Drop-in’s on availability only.

1st Tuesday, 10am to 2pm

CONSULT A FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Free self help information in the planning and arrangement of your financial affairs; including lifetime income, investment planning and social security retirement benefits. Due to securities regulations, no advice on specific individual securities provided. Appt. required.

2nd Thursday, 1pm to 4pm

COUNTY CONNECTION TICKETS

Individual tickets & monthly passes. Questions? (925) 676-7500

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

For Support Services call John Muir Health at (925) 674-2132

HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program)

HICAP provides free, objective counseling and advocacy services to Medicare beneficiaries and their families who need assistance with Medicare enrollment and with issues involving Medicare and associated insurance programs, including prescription drug coverage. Appointment Requirement. For Appt’s: call (925)602-4168, for information: call (925)602-4163

3rd Wednesday, 1pm to 4pm

iHELP - Help for Mac, iPad & iPhone users.

Bring your questions and your equipment!

Facilitator: Rick Calicura, Diablo Valley Macintosh User Group

Thursday, 10am to 12pm: *NO iHELP June-Sept.

MEMORY SCREENING

Drop-in only, no appointment required.

2nd Thursday, 10am to 12pm

NOTARY SERVICE—new day, new time, new notary!

Drop-in only, no appointment required.

4th Wednesday, 10am to 12pm

Notary provided by Anna from Wells Fargo Private Bank

OPEN COMPUTER LAB - Members Only! Added Hours!

PC’s running Windows 7 and one with Windows 8. Small fee for printing services. Our facilitators are there to help! Visit the open lab and get basic questions answered.

Facilitators: Varies depending on day

M, 9 to 12 & 12:30 to 3:30 - T,1 to 4 - W,1 to 4 - F,12 to 3

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

The following services are not affiliated with or provided through the Senior Center. If you have questions please call:

County Link: (925) 680-2045

PH Senior Van Service: (925) 671-5272

VIDEO LIBRARY - Members Only! Great Movies!

Members can check out up to 5 movies at a time. We welcome DVD donations only. Returns go to the front desk during off hours.

Monday—Friday, 9:30am-1pm

WILLS CLINIC - NEW SERVICE!

Free simple wills and powers of attorney, or review of existing estate plan documents. Appointments required.

Last Friday of the month, 9am to 11am

SENIOR CENTER SERVICES

LOCATIONS OF SERVICES CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 15


Need a Ride?

No Longer Drive?

Call the PH Senior Van!

Door to door service, for just $1.50

each way, is available to Pleasant Hill residents aged 55

and older. This wonderful service will take residents any-

where within city limits, and to some medical facilities in

neighboring communities.

Appointments are available Monday through Thursday

from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and

Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

For program eligibility info, call (925)671-5272.

SHOW YOUR PHSC PRIDE!

Pick up your PHSC decal now.

These static cling decals can be placed

on your car, window or mirror!

ON SALE NOW—ONLY $1 EACH!

Getting rid of old eyeglasses?

The Lions Club of Pleasant Hill

would like your donation! The

donation box is located on the

counter in the Coffee Lounge.

MORE EVENTS & PROGRAMS!

Vagabond Players present: “In the Restroom at Rosenblooms” Tuesday, July 28 at 2pm in the Chateau Room

This contemporary comedy reveals the hopes, dreams and fears of three elderly ladies who

park their lonely lives by meeting daily in the restroom lounge of an outdated downtown de-

partment store, and the crazy/touching events that occur the day one of them is supposedly

threatened. A very funny play of character and situations with quirky characters, punchy lines

and lighthearted humor.

- Tickets: $10 presale or $15 day of. No refunds on tickets. Tickets on sale Monday, June

4th of July Parade - Walkers Needed!

If you are interested in walking with the Senior Center group, call the Front Desk and sign-up so we can contact you with more info as we get it (what time and where to meet).

ARE YOU LOOKING TO JOIN A BOOK CLUB?

Join us for a book club in partnership with the Pleasant Hill Public Library! Enjoy a fun and casual discussion and enjoy something to nibble. The monthly book selection will be provided for you to borrow by the library, and our first selection is “The Art Forger” by Barbara Shapiro. This is a fic-tional book based on the largest unsolved art heist in history! “Who done it?” Indeed!! Future books will be selected by the group. Come to our kick-off party on June 1st at 12pm in the Game Room to mingle, get your book and join in the reading & discussion fun! For more

information please contact Kendra Luke at [email protected]

Taste of the Vine: Thirsty Friday Friday, July 24 at 4pm-6pm in the Chateau Room

Beat the summer heat with an icy Margarita or a glass of wine with your friends (non-alcoholic avail-

able)! Appetizers will be served. *Sponsored by the Chateaus of Pleasant Hill

- Tickets: $10 presale or $15 day of. No refunds on tickets. Tickets on sale Monday, June 15

Friday Flik

Friday, June 19 * “McFarland USA”

1pm in Chateau Room *FREE*

Sports drama centers on a high school track team and their coach. The team in completely made up of Lati-nos and coached by a coach who has changed jobs frequently, thus landing him at a struggling school. He soon finds that the students have great running abilities and fields a remarkable track team despite the odds. The coach must overcome the social issues of the 1980s in order to win a track championship with his team. Featuring: Kevin Costner; 128 mins Rated: PG; released in theater Feb. 20, 2015

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Pancake Breakfast—All ages welcome! Sunday, June 7 from 8:30-10:30am in the Chateau Room

Enjoy a stack of pancakes or French Toast, eggs, sausage and orange juice and coffee.

Adults (11+): $5, Children (5-10): $3, 4 & under: Free!

Sponsored by TAKE ONE Video Rentals

1928 Oak Park Blvd. (925) 937-1103

Only place in town to rent new releases!

CMP Series Presents: “What is the Difference between Hospice & Palliative Care”

Thursday, June 11 at 2pm in the Dining Room

Learn the difference between Palliative Care and Hospice Care so you can make the right decision for your

loved one if it becomes necessary. Find out which is covered by the Medicare Hospice Benefit and what ser-

vices are included. Also learn about important information like “When does the doctor become involved?”

and “what is the role of the caregiver?” Please pre-register as space is limited. The CMP Series is spon-

sored by The Chateau’s of Pleasant Hill. For more info, call Dana Krider, Care Manager, at 798-8788.

Planning for Social Security Retirement Benefits Workshop

Monday, June 8 at 6pm in the Chateau Room *FREE*

This workshop provides valuable information on multiple strategies to poten-

tially maximize your Social Security Retirement Benefits. Social Security is far

more complicated than most people realize. The decisions made now can

have an impact on the total amount of benefits you stand to receive over

your lifetime. Topics covered: Spousal Benefits, Survivor Benefits and more.

Please pre-register by calling the Front Desk at 798-8788.

Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District Info Session

Tuesday, June 16 * 1pm in Chateau Room *FREE*

Andrew Pierce, Community Affairs Representative, will be providing valuable infor-mation about the District’s FREE services that are available to all C.C. County resi-dents regarding mosquitoes, rats and mice, skunks, ground-nesting yellow jackets, ticks, what the District does to protect public health, and what residents can do to protect themselves and their neighbors. Free literature will be made available as well as fun giveaways for attendees. Please pre-register by calling 798-8788 or visiting the front desk.

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STRETCH & BE FIT..with a smile - NEW!—Instructor: Darlene Roth

Energize your day with Yoga and dance-inspired moves. Stretch your way to fitness in this fun beginners class. A variety of exercises to improve balance and coordination. No previous experience needed. Students should bring their own yoga mat.

PH Senior Center: Dance Studio

$8 drop-in per class

8 weeks I $66/$57 (Dist. Res.)

Senior Club Members: $60/$51 (Dist. Res.)

2230.601 5/12-7/14* Tu 11am-12pm

*No class on 6/2, 7/7

UKULELE STRUM & SING—NEW!! — Instructor: Glenn Staller

A continuation of the beginning class with focus on songs, various styles and “putting it all together”. We’ll learn a new song each week and practice playing together. Additional $15 lab fee will be collected at first class.

PH Senior Center: Game Room

6 weeks I $109 / $95 (Dist. Res.)


2236.602 6/17-7/22 W 11am-12pm

STRESS MANAGEMENT & SELF HEALING WITH QIGONG

Learn 20 gentle movements of T’ai Chi Chih/Qigong that promote a sense of calm, relaxation and balance.

Instructor: Wendy Helms, PhD

PH Senior Center: Classrooms



2242.601 6/4-7/23 Th 6:15pm-7:30pm

EXPLORING WATERCOLOR—Instructor: Casey Rasmussen White

Perfect for the artist who wants a fresh start or needs a gentle push along the way. Beginners pay additional $25 lab fee to instructor.

PH Senior Center: Arts & Crafts Room



2231.602 6/30-8/18* Tu 9:30am-12pm

2232.602 7/2-8/6* Th 12:15pm-2:45pm

*No class on 7/14, 8/11

SENIOR CENTER FITNESS & CLASSES

CLASS TRANSFER/REFUND GUIDELINES: All requests for transfers/credits on account/refunds must be received two weeks prior to the

first class meeting. Transfers & credits to account will be assessed a $5 administrative fee. Check or credit card refunds will be assessed a $10

processing fee (unless the class/activity is changed or canceled by the District). NO EXCEPTIONS.

GENTLE YOGA—Instructor: Maxine Davis

Yoga is a fun, healthy, mind-body activity that might just help what’s ailing you. Bring a yoga mat & light blanket. Wear loose clothing.




2235.601 6/4-7/16 Th 11am - 12pm

GENTLE PILATES—Instructor: Alison Klippel

Improve balance, coordination, build core strength & maintain muscle.


$13 drop-in per class



2238.601 5/6-7/1* W 1pm - 2pm

2238.601 7/8-8/26 W 1pm - 2pm

* No class on 6/17, 6/24, 8/5

MEDITATION SELF-HEALING—Instructor: Karen Kinsch

Heal yourself through the art of mediation. Learn to activate the healing energy in your hands to transform pain, relieve stress and improve your energy levels and overall well-being in your mind, body and spirit.




2265.601 6/15-7/13 M 10:30am - 11:30am

2265.602 6/15-7/13 M 6pm-7pm

MEDITATION FUNDAMENTALS—Instructor: Karen Kinsch

Enhance your quality of life and activate your well-being through the art of meditation. Focus your mind, rejuvenate your energy and listen and trust your inner guidance system for the pursuit of happiness.




2260.603 7/20-8/17 M 10:30am - 11:30am

2260.604 7/20-8/17 M 6pm - 7pm

FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES PLEASE VISIT WWW.PHSENIORCENTER.COM


SENIOR CENTER FITNESS & CLASSES

LINE DANCE — Instructor: Millie Dusha

Partner not required. Note: Please refrain from wearing heavy per-fumes & scents. Instructor experiences perfume allergies.


Saturday Drop-in: 1 class $5, 2 = $8, 3 =$10 (same day)

Basics (for the true beginner!) 8:15am-9am

Beginners (basic knowledge required) 9am-10am

Improver 10am-11am

Intermediate 11:15am-12:30pm

No class on 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/18, 8/1, 8/29

AFTERNOON LINE DANCE SOCIAL—NEW!

Great way to meet new people. Partners are not required!

PH Senior Center: Chateau Room

$10 Drop-in per person

7/19 Sunday 3pm—6pm

FLEX FOR FITNESS

PH Senior Center: Classrooms

Wed./Fri., 9:30am & 10:30am

12-class “anytime” punch card: $15 / Senior Club Member: $12

LIVING TAI CHI—Instructor: Jasmine –Rose Kam, Certified


Foundations: 8 weeks I $86/ $75 (Dist. Res.)

Senior Club Members: $78/$67 (Dist. Res.) All levels welcome. 2210.601 6/8-8/10 M 10am - 12pm *No class on 6/29, 7/6

Foundations & Forms: 8 weeks I $119 / $104 (Dist. Res.) Senior Club Members: $109/$94 (Dist. Res.) For continuing students. Prerequisite: Foundations class. 2213.601 6/10-8/12 W 9:30am -12:30pm *No class on 7/1, 7/8

Foundations & Forms Package: 4 weeks I $105/$91 (Dist. Res.) Senior Club Members: $96/$82 (Dist. Res.) 2218.601 6/8-7/15 M/W Times follow schedules above

2218.602 7/20-8/12 M/W Times follow schedules above

FIT FOR LIFE: Senior Aerobics! - Instructor: Tari Nicholson

Easy to follow moves that can be modified for every level of fitness. Includes strength training and stretching—All within one fun-filled, energy inspiring hour!




8-class “Anytime” Punch Card: $40

2214.602 6/2-6/30 T/Th 9am-10am

WEIGHT & STRENGTH TRAINING—Instructor: Debbie Murdock, CPT

Jump-start your day with a combination of low-impact training & strengthening. Students should bring hand weights & a mat.

PH Senior Center: Classrooms & Chateau Room


9 classes I $72/$63 (Dist. Res.)

Senior Club Members: $366$57 (Dist. Res.)

2205.602 6/1-6/29 M/Th 5:25-6:30 pm

2201.601 6/1-6/29 M/Th 8:15-9:15 am

2202.601 6/1-6/29 M/Th 9:25-10:30 am

*6/8 class held at the Community Center in the Soroptomist Room

ZUMBA®GOLD—Instructor: Barbara Ward

This easy to follow class is a lower impact version of Zumba.®



Monday’s: 9-9:50am / Friday’s: 10-10:50am

* No class 7/3, 7/28, 7/31, 8/31, 9/4, 9/7

QUILTING COURSES—Instructor: Carol Madsen

PH Senior Center: Chateau Room

Currently in the middle of sessions

- Saturday Quilt-In: Focus on projects: $50 for 5 / $15 drop-in

2247.601 6/13, 7/11, 8/15 8:30am-1:30pm

FINDING MEANING IN OUR RETIREMENT YEARS - NEW CLASS!

Instructor: Mark Batenburg. Earlier in our lives, our jobs and our fami-lies provided us with plenty of meaning and fulfillment. What gives our lives meaning now that those years are behind us? Are you really ful-filled in retirement, or just keeping busy? This four-week course delves into the unique characteristics of these later years, and the skills and attitudes that can help us become fully the person we've had the poten-tial to be all along. The time is now! This course is highly experiential and interactive. The text is not a book—it's your life!




2261.601 6/5-6/26 F 10am-12pm

PHOTOGRAPHY WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE WORKSHOP- NEW!

Instructor: Jerry Wyman. The best camera is the one you have with you. Learn to take beautiful and inspiring pictures with your mobile phone. In this workshop we will learn all about improved image cap-ture, processing techniques, organizing, saving and sharing photos di-rectly from your smart phone. Bring Smartphone with USB connection cord.

PH Senior Center: Classroom 1&2

1 workshop I $90/$80 (Dist. Res.)

2263.603 6/20 Sa 9am-1pm

FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES PLEASE VISIT WWW.PHSENIORCENTER.COM


“AMISTAD” – Spanish Resource Group

Facilitator: Cloty Ulrich

Wednesdays, 9:30am to 12pm

AMERICAN MAH JONGG - Drop In

Coordinator: Carol Desaulniers

Friday, 1pm to 4pm

BOUTIQUE GROUP

Coordinators: Edna A., 323-8281 & Dora Ip, 408-7924

Monday/Thursday, 9am to 11:30am

BINGO

Wednesday, lunch served at 11:30am, Games begin at 12pm

No longer Bingo on the 3rd Saturday

Lunch (Wed. only): $2 donation, $5 if under 60 yrs of age. Must reserve at Bingo week before.

BUNCO

Sunday, June 28, 2pm to 5pm

Bring potluck item plus $4/person at the door only

CHEF’S LUNCH - Salad Bar Season! Menu on pg. 11

Fridays at 11:30am; tickets will stop being sold at 12:30pm

$7 General / $5 Senior Center Members

$50 for 10-lunch punch card (available only to members)

EXPLORERS - Hiking Group

Coordinator: Marialyce Romeo (510) 223-1243

Hike the hills of Mt. Diablo to the hills of San Francisco! Join us for our 5 to 8 mile Thursday hikes, starting at 8:30 a.m. Membership required.

June Schedule: Lunch June 4 Lake Merritt Lake Chalet June 11 Carquinez Scenic—From Port Costa La Tapatia June 21 San Francisco Coit Tower BART Pompeii's Grotto June 28 PICNIC Picnic Area #3 at the park beside the Senior Center MAGIC OF CONTROVERSY - new day and time!

Discuss important questions that affect each one of us in a civilized manner and learn from each other.

Coordinator: Annie Stephens, 890-1930

Wednesday, 1pm to 2:30pm

MARATHON BRIDGE

Advance registration required.

Coordinator: Barbara 689-3591

Monday, 12:30pm to 3:30pm

MEN’S CORNER

Discussion on current events, politics, financial world & more!

Coordinator: Richard Kuts, 937-2924

Tuesday, 2pm

OPEN GAME ROOM

Monday, 1pm to 4pm

PATHFINDERS - Walking Group

Brisk walk of 3-4 miles on level ground. Bring water & 50¢ donation.

Coordinator: Jim Quigg, 689-2314

Tuesday, 8:30am

June 2 Heather Farms West

June 9 Hillcrest North

June 16 Canal Walk South

June 23 PH Library West

June 30 Walden Park North

PINOCHLE

All welcome! No partner required - some experience required.

Coordinator: (M) Jan, 979-0202; (Th) Annie, 890-1930

Monday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm / Thursday, 1pm to 4pm

$2 donation on Mondays / $1 donation on Thursdays

SENIOR BRIDGE - No drop-ins please.

Coordinator: Betty Keller, 685-8437

Tuesday, 10am to 2pm

TEA DANCE

Live DJ, refreshments and dancing. No partners required.

Thursdays, 1pm to 4pm *No Tea Dance May 7th

$3 per person

TUESDAY TALKERS

Do you have something to say and no one to say it to? If so, consider joining us. We talk about current events, theatre, movies, books, articles and more. Sometimes we share parts of our own life experiences--sort of like "show and tell" in kindergarten--only we don't serve milk and graham crackers! Facilitator: Anne St. Pierre 349-6543. Tuesdays, 10:30 am to noon

WISDOM CIRCLES

Meaningful conversation with others about life experiences, the challenge of living & creative approaches to problem solving. Topics discussed are under the discretion of the facilitator.

Facilitator: Annie Stephens, 890-1930

Thursday, 10:30am to 12pm

SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES

LOCATION OF ACTIVITIES CAN BE FOUND ON PAGE 15

SUNSHINE


Please let our “Ms. Sunshine”, Joyce Swearingen, (938-7270)

know of any passing or illness of members. We are also looking

for good news! Please pass on information like milestone birth-

days and births of great-grandchildren & other fun news!

Thank you to those who donated to the Furnishings Fund through their 2015 Membership!

BIRTHDAYS! Wishing you all the BEST!

CONGRATULATIONS At the Annual Community Awards Leo Vargas received an Ap-preciation Award from the Rec & Park District for his Participation on the (Measure E) Bond Oversight. GET WELL CARDS Mary Ann Halvorson DONATIONS SENT Masonic Home of California: Memory of Virginia Weis East Bay Children's Theater: Memory of Susan Morrill Meals on Wheels: Memory of Nilla Ackerman DONATIONS RECEIVED FURNISHING FUND Rose Laymon SYMPATHY CARDS SENT

Mr. Alvin Weis: Memory of Virginia Weis Family of Susan Morrill: Memory of Susan Morrill Mrs. Laura Warner & Family: Memory of Nilla Ackerman We regret to announce the passing of Virginia Weis, Susan Morrill and Nilla Ackerman.

Dear Center Members,

We are just finishing up with Laugh, Love and Learn,

and I have to say it seems like it was a successful event, at

least that is what the evaluation forms have said. Everyone

liked the speakers, the food was great, and the vendor fair was

informative and fun. We also raised lots of money! Thank

you so much for coming out and supporting the event and the

care management program.

I would like to take the opportunity this month to talk

a little bit more specifically about in-home care. When you

hire someone to provide personal care, like bathing or dress-

ing, you have a couple of different options. When you choose

a home health care agency the first thing most people look at

is the price. Some agencies charge a rate of $16.00/ hr, while

others charge $25.00/hr. The difference in the service is this,

the lower price one is usually a referral agency, which means

that person now becomes your employee. You are responsible

for the liability. The agency that charges more considers that

person to be their employee and they take care of things like

workman’s compensation insurance, etc. Many times the agen-

cies who charge the lower rates have a minimum number of

hours. (i.e. $16.00/hr, for a 4hr/minimum). If you just need

someone for an hour it may still cost you $25.00/hour, no mat-

ter what agency you use. Another option for in-home care is

only available to persons eligible for MediCal. This program is

called In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). What they pro-

vide is a certain number of hours per/month of a personal as-

sistance at no charge to the senior, it is covered by the County.

This is a great service, but it doesn’t happen overnight. The

length of the process to get approved is typically 6 months.

Anytime you hire a caregiver, please be specific what you

want done. If bathing and grooming are part of the deal, after

your bath, you have to state this. Don’t assume the caregiver

will see what needs to be done and do it.

Have a great month everyone!

Fondly,

Dana

From Our Care Manager...

Kendra’s Getting Married! Come Celebrate with us at her Bridal Shower

Friday, July 17 from 4-6pm in the Chateau Room

We will have a potluck party with games and of course gifts! Kendra and Travis (Groom-to-

be) are registered at Bed, Bath & Beyond, Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn. RSVPs will

be at the Front Desk, please let us know how many people will be attending and what you

will be bringing to the potluck. Suggestions for food include: Dips (Hummus, Spinach, Arti-

choke), Veggie Tray, Fruit Tray, Cheese & Crackers, Finger Sandwiches, & Southern Food

(for Travis!). Everyone Welcome! Any questions, please contact Dana.


CHEF’S LUNCH MENU—IT’S SALAD

SEASON!!!

Here’s what’s gettin’ tossed in June (lunch served starting at 11:30am, more info pg. 8)

June 5 - No Chef’s Lunch due to a special event (Senior Prom)

June 12 - Cobb Salad

June 19 - Tuna Salad

June 26 - Chinese Turkey Salad

VOLUNTEER CORNER

Immediate Needs:

Special Event Photographer: someone to help document our special events—guests and décor! Needs to be familiar with a digital camera and have an eye for capturing fun mo-ments.

Crafty People: we are looking for crafty members who are willing to make and donate fun and unique items to sell at our special boutique events held three times a year (4th of July—summer items, Holiday Boutique—any and all items, Easter Boutique—spring items). Crafts can range from handmade jewelry to cute clothing and anything in between! Items can be made at home on your own schedule or at the Senior Center during our Boutique Activity hours.

Immediate need for help with the monthly Pancake Break-fasts

If you are interested, please contact our Volunteer Chair, Anne Haydock at [email protected]

This year's 39th Annual Pleasant Hill 4th of July Celebration needs your help! We are already hard at work raising funds and planning another fun-filled family event, but it takes many volunteers to make this annual American celebration a success. We aren’t looking for an all-day commitment from you. Just a few hours of your time on the 4th can make all the difference. The day’s exciting events are broken-up into 4 segments that you, your friends, church, organiza-tion, or business can choose from to help out with and be part of our city’s Independence Day fun: 1. The 5K Firecracker Run. 2. The Parade through Downtown. 3. The Party in the Park (Bands, Food, Rides, & Kids Games). 4. The Fireworks Show at College Park. If you are interested, just choose one or multiple events you’d like to help out with, let us know, and we’ll let you know when and where you need to show up on the 4th of July. It’s that’s simple! The Pa-rade through Downtown needs the most volunteers, but we would love your involvement in any of the events! Just contact the Presi-dent of the Pleasant Hill 4th of July Commission, Chris Tipton,

at: [email protected]. You can also check out the website

at www.phjuly4.com for more information about the days events.

We’d love your involvement in this annual Pleasant Hill tradition and I look forward to hearing from you soon!

The 4th of July Celebration needs YOUR help!

Thank you to our generous sponsors for

making this year’s event the best!

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.phjuly4.com/


Travel Office Info Phone #: 925 798 8747 Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-2pm E-mail: [email protected]

Remember to come to our TRIP MEETING— TUESDAY June 2nd @ 1 pm in the Chateau Room! ALL ARE WELCOME TO TRIP MEETING - You do not have to be a member to attend!

Can’t make it to the meeting? You can purchase your tickets the 1st Monday after the meeting. Pleasant Hill Senior Center Daytrips

Technological Adventures – Mountain View

June 4th Thursday Cost: $73 Escort: Rita Note: Wheelchair Accessible! Go to the place where technology started. Curious about how those computers came to life? Join us on a docent lead journey

through the Computer History Museum, where they will undoubtedly talk about Ada Lovelace (the first female computer program-

mer), how Apple changed the face of technology and maybe you will get a sneak peek at the latest technology! Enjoy a boxed lunch

from Cloud Café located in the museum. After your time at the museum, we will make a special stop at the Apple Campus, where

you will have 1 hour to explore the grounds and enjoy a stop by the Company Apple store. Lunch is included. Arrive @ School House 8am/Board Bus & Depart 8:20am/Return @ 6:30pm

My Fair Lady – Music Circus Sacramento – This is an evening show!

June 12th Friday Cost: $98 Escort: Nida Note: No ADA Available at this time.

This is a Music Circus performance, we have tried to lock in this date, but we may have to change the date based

on availability. Enjoy a theater in the round, night time performance of My Fair Lady, the unique tale of a Cockney girl in a great

big world. This classic tale of Eliza Doolittle takes place in Edwardian England, where as a poor girl, Eliza sells flowers to make ends

meet. One fateful night she runs into Freddy, who declares that in 6 months, he shall make her into a London high class lady.

Watch the hilarious struggles of becoming a lady and by the end expect the unexpected!

Dinner @ River City Brewery Included

Arrive @ School House 2:10pm/Board Bus & Depart 2:30pm/Return 11:30pm/12am

High Style - Legion Of Honor - San Francisco

July 1st Wednesday Cost: $60 Escort: Ron Note: Wheelchair Accessible!

The Legion of Honor brings us an exhibit on High Style from the eras of 1910-1980. Haute dresses from Givenchy, Dior and

Chanel will be on display for you to look at. You will be walked through the exhibit with a docent who will explain the changes of

women’s everyday wear through their revolution of house wives, to power suited executives. Enjoy your tour and access to the

museum before it opens to the public, tour starts promptly @ 9am. Enjoy lunch on your own at the museum, or pack

yourself a lunch. Arrive @ School House 7:15am/Board & Depart @ 7:35am/Return 3:15pm

Bye, Bye Birdie - Wells Fargo Pavilion - Sacramento

July 9th Thursday Cost: $95 Escort: Bette Note: Wheelchair Accessible!

“Rock star Conrad Birdie is the biggest thing to top the charts. Women love him, men want to be him and teenage girls around the

country scream with glee at the mere mention of his name. Enjoy a stop @ the Westfield Galleria at Roseville, for shopping and

lunch at your leisure. Theater in the round - Lunch is not included.

Arrive @ School House 8:35am/Board Bus & Depart @ 9am/Return @ 6:30pm

Rivercats Party Suite - Raley Field - Sacramento

July 12th Sunday Cost: $85 Escort: TBA Note: Wheelchair Available with advance notice!

Our Sacramento Rivercats work very closely with our beloved SF Giants and they are just as competitive! Watch as they face off

against the Fresno Grizzlies, one of their toughest rivals. We will be arriving @ 12pm, when batting practice starts, the game will

start @ 1:05pm and for this game you will be sitting in Executive Suite #1 which faces 3rd base, with access to the Western Health

Advantage Legacy Club, which will have food, beer and other concessions. We are taking you out to the ball game in style, are you

ready to cheer on our sister team?!? Lunch is not included.

Arrive @ School House 10:30am/Board Bus & Depart 10:50am/Return @ 6:30pm

Winchester Mystery House - San Jose

July 29th Wednesday Cost: $105 Escort: Rita Note: Wheelchair Access Limited - Call for more details

The Winchester Mystery house is an extravagant maze of Victorian craftsmanship, you will not only go on the Mansion tour with a

docent, you will also go on the Behind the Scenes tour to see just some of the odd things that Sarah Winchester had in her back-

yard and what keeps the Mystery house running. BBQ Lunch Included - BBQ chicken, tri-tip, baked beans, macaroni salad, green

salad, garlic bread & soft drinks. Arrive @ School House 8:40am/Board Bus & Depart @ 9am/Return @ 4pm

SENIOR CENTER TRIPS


Pleasant Hill Senior Center Trip Office: (925) 798-8747

Matilda - Orpheum Theater - SF

August 5th Wednesday Cost: $150 Escort: Laroice Note: ADA Available with advance notice!

Winner of a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical, Matilda is more than a show, it’s a phenomenon. Based

on the beloved novel by Ronald Dahl, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her des-

tiny. Matilda, a precocious 5-year-old girl who loves reading, overcomes obstacles caused by her family and school, and helps her

teacher to reclaim her life. Lunch Included @ Basque Cultural Center

Arrive @ School House 10:10am/Board & Depart @ 10:30am/Return 5:30pm

West Side Story - Wells Fargo Pavilion - Sacramento

August 9th Sunday Cost: $95 Escort: Rita Note: 1 ADA Available - More available with advance notice!

More than fifty years ago, a show about New York City changed musical theatre forever. Now, it's come home to make history

once again. This summer, WEST SIDE STORY journeys to Sacramento, for a Music Circus theater in the round performance. Re-

live the love story in a turbulent New York City, where anything could happen.

Before the show, enjoy free time at the Crocker Galleria mall in Roseville for lunch on your own.

Arrive @ School House 9am/Board Bus & Depart 9:20am/Return @ 6:30pm

Jewel City Tour w/ Craig Smith - SF

August 12th Wednesday Cost: $90 Escort: Darlene Note: Unable to accommodate wheelchairs

The Panama-Pacific Exposition in 1915 was designed to help raise awareness and fund the new Panama Canal. Because this was a

giant event, San Francisco took it as an opportunity to prove they had bounced back from the 1909 earthquake. Join Craig Smith

as he takes you on the magical journey through the world’s fair that this Exposition became. You will enjoy the exhibit at the Pal-

ace of Fine Arts, watch a short video and visit the California Historical Society. This event only happens once every Centennial,

it’s a must see! Lunch is included @ Delancey Street Restaurant.

Arrive @ School House 8:10am/Board Bus & Depart @ 8:30am/Return @ 4:30pm

Zydeco Festival - Ardenwood Farm - Fremont

August 15th Saturday Cost: $60 Escort: Laroice Note: Wheelchair Accessible!

This annual event is hosted at the historic Ardenwood Farm in Fremont, which has a ton of historical monuments for you to ex-

plore, this is why we will arrive at the event at 10:30am and have time to explore until 11:30am. At 12pm, you can head over to

the Zydeco Festival Dance lessons, to get your Cajun steps in order, this is a music festival and dancing is highly encouraged.

When the music starts, you can sit down at the picnic tables and listen, grab some food and shimmy and shake at your leisure.

The last band starts @ 5pm, so we will have a chance to hear them all! Lunch is not included. If you do not want to buy

vendor food, please bring a bagged lunch. We will provide maps of the farm with each ticket.

Arrive @ School House 9:30am/Board Bus & Depart 9:50am/Return @ 6:45pm

Special Travel Highlight:

Vino Cruising Presents: Alaska with Page Mill Winery September 9th-19th - Staterooms start at: $1799/pp - $2699/pp - $3199/pp

Experience Alaska as a VIP aboard the Golden Princess cruise ship. Livermore's Page Mill Winery will host sev-eral exclusive events for Vino Vacation guests, showcasing an array of fine wines for you to savor. Enjoy a com-plimentary bottle of wine, a welcome reception, two wine tastings & a special wine pairing meal. Cruise destina-tions include Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan and Victoria, British Columbia. $50 onboard credit per cabin included.

Want to know more? Come to Trip Meeting on June 2nd @ 1pm - For a special presentation!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matilda_Wormwood


Pleasant Hill Senior Center Trip Office: (925) 798-8747

Rockridge Food Tour - Walking Culinary Tour - Some stops will have seating, please bring a walker if you feel like

this will be difficult for you. Expect to walk on city sidewalks and streets.

August 17th Monday Cost: $90 Escort: Ron Note: ADA Accessibility Available w/ Advance Notice

This food tour was featured in the Contra Costa Times - The Rockridge Neighborhood Food Tour is a three-hour guided walking

tour that takes foodies through Oakland’s neighborhood of Rockridge to learn more about the area’s history, present-day excitement

and taste its growing food culture. There will be 6 stops on the tour, each about a 30 minute stop, snacks and small plates of food will

be provided on the tour, as well as an opportunity to buy extras for the rest of your journey. Rockridge is a safe part of Oakland and

is also quite beautiful; enjoy a leisure walk all on paved sidewalks. Tour promises to be less than a 1.7 mile walk and may include stops

at: Zachary’s Pizza, Dreyers Ice Cream, a butcher shop and a patisserie. Tour will start @ 2pm. Dietary needs must be pro-

vided before tour - Tour can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. To learn more, go to RockridgeFood-

Tour.com - Gratuities not included for guide.

Arrive @ School House 12pm/Board Bus & Depart @ 12:20am/Return @ 6:30pm

Broadway Under The Stars - Rhythm of the Night - Glen Ellen - EVENING PERFORMANCE

August 22nd Saturday Cost: $121 Escort: Darlene Note: Wheelchair Accessible!

This open air theater in the Winery Ruins in Jack London State Park is home to the Transcendence Theater, a group of off Broadway

stars and talented musicians bring to life a show called Rhythm of Life; it is described as a powerful evening of electrifying dance, intri-

cate harmonies and musical medleys that will have you marching to the beat of your own drum. Before the show, enjoy food trucks

and a glass of wine, on your own at our reserved picnic area from 5:30pm-7pm. You may bring your own food, but no outside alcohol

is allowed. Show starts @ 7:30pm, make sure to bring a warm jacket and if you think you might get extra cold, bring a blanket to

throw over yourself. Have trouble seeing at night? Bring a flashlight so you can see where you step. Our seats are Premium, so we

have reserved seating with easy access to the aisles, and the perfect view of the show.

Arrive @ School House 3pm/Board Bus & Depart 3:20pm/Return 10:30pm

River Rock Casino - Alexander Valley

August 25th Tuesday Cost: $42 Escort: TBA Note: 2 ADA spaces available!

We are heading back to River Rock casino for some gambling fun! River Rock has offered us a promo package of $20 free play or $30

table match play - It’s a great deal! River Rock is 62,000 square feet of gaming greatness; Enjoy video poker, 1,250 different slot ma-

chines that include Wheel of Fortune, Mystical dragon and many others. NOTE: The buffet is closed on Tuesdays, but that’s

ok! There are plenty of other restaurants for you to pick up something to eat. Lunch is not included.

Arrive @ School House 8:45am/Board Bus & Depart @ 9am/Return @ 5:15pm

Elkhorn Slough Safari - Moss Landing

August 28th Friday Cost: $95 Escort: Rita Note: Unable to Accommodate Wheelchairs

Elkhorn Slough Safari, is an exciting way to visit Elkhorn Slough. You will see a fantastic variety of wildlife such as playful sea otters,

curious harbor seals, sea lions, hundreds of species of birds and so much more. The tour will provide excellent opportunities to view

and photograph wildlife close at hand. These boat cruises include an in-depth look at various aspects of slough ecology, fascinating

history, and birding in the company of a naturalist guide. The Safari Boats can only take 20 people at a time, so we will split into 2

groups - Group 1 will enjoy an early lunch @ 11am and a Safari tour at 12:15pm and Group 2 will enjoy lunch @ 1pm and their tour

@ 2:15pm. Lunch is included @ Phil’s Fish Market (Pro-tip, you can purchase the Cioppino, to take home and enjoy for dinner!

Just ask Dagny, how delicious it is!) While you are waiting for each group to finish, enjoy some time at the beach, shop the local an-

tique stores, visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, or sit and enjoy a cocktail or coffee at your lunch spot. August

promises to be a perfect time to see the wildlife, but it could get a little chilly on the water; Make sure to dress in layers and bring sun

block! Arrive @ School House 8:15am/Board Bus & Depart @ 8:40am/Return @ 6:30pm


THURSDAY

8:30 am Explorers Gathering (Library Area) $D

9:30 am Video Library Open (Library/Lounge) DMF

10:00 am Boutique (Art & Craft Rm) DF

10:00 am iHelp (Computer Rm) DF

10:00 am Memory Screening (Conf. Rm) Date varies DF

10:30 am Wisdom Circles (Game Rm) DF

12:00 pm C.C. Café Lunch (Dining Rm) $@

1:00 pm Consult a Financial Advisor (Conf. Rm) 2nd @F

1:00 pm Pinochle 101 (Classrooms) $

1:00 pm Tea Dance (Chateau Rm) D$

FRIDAY

9:00 am Will Clinic (Conference Rm) Last @F


9:30 am Flex for Fitness (Classrooms) D$


11:30am Chef’s Lunch $D


12:00 pm Open Computer Lab (Computer Rm) MDF

1:00 pm Friday Flik (Chateau Rm) See Schedule DF

1:00 pm Mah Jongg (Classroom) DF

2:00 pm Readers Theater (Arts & Crafts Rm) 2nd/4th $D

SATURDAY

8:15 am Line Dancing: Basics (Dance) $D

9:00 am Line Dancing: Beginners (Dance) $D

10:00 am Line Dancing: Improver (Dance) $D

11:15 am Line Dancing: Intermediate (Dance) $D

SUNDAY

8:30 am Pancake Breakfast (Chateau Rm) 1st $D

2:00 pm Bunco (Classrooms) Date varies $D

CODES

$ = Fee attached @ = Res./Appt. Required

R = Pre-registration Required M = Membership required

D = Drop-in’s accepted F = Free activity/service/class

MONDAY

9:00 am Open Computer Lab (Computer Rm) MDF

9:00 am Boutique (Arts & Crafts) DF



12:30 pm Marathon Bridge (Classrooms) R


1:00 pm Open Game Time (Game Rm) DF

2:00 pm HICAP- Medicare Counsel (Conf. Rm) 2nd @F

6:30 pm Pinochle (Classrooms) $D

TUESDAY

8:30 am Pathfinders Gathering (Library Area) $D

10:00 am Senior Bridge (Classrooms) R

10:00 am Board Meeting (Arts & Craft Rm) 2nd D

10:30 am Tuesday Talkers (Game Rm) DF


12:30 pm Mah Jongg (Game Rm) $D

1:00 pm Trip Meeting (Chateau Rm) 1st DF


2:00 pm Men’s Corner (Arts & Crafts Rm) DF

WEDNESDAY

9:00 am Notary Service (Conf. Rm) 1st & 3rd DF

9:30 am Blood Pressure (Conf. Rm) (2nd) DF

9:30 am Spanish Resource (Arts & Crafts Rm) FD



10:30am Flex for Fitness (Classrooms) D$


12:00 pm Bingo (Chateau Rm) $D

1:00 pm Magic of Controversy (Game Rm) DF


1:00 pm HICAP - Medicare Counsel (Conf. Rm) 3rd @F

REGULARLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES BY DAY

This list does not include class schedules. For the days & times of classes please see page 6 & 7.

233 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill

CA 94523

Phone: (925) 798-8788

We welcome your input! Send suggestions & contributions to:

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