Senior Center Happenings

The Healdsburg Senior Center has been serving the community
since 1986. The center is located at 133 Matheson St. in downtown
Healdsburg and is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The
center gives preference to adults 60 and older. If there is
available space, adults of all ages are welcome to participate in
any program of interest. Unless otherwise noted, all programs and
classes are free of charge. For more information on the classes and
activities listed above, or about any Senior Center programs, call
us at 431-3324.
Enjoy Your Spring; Use Your Brain Reserve
Every person has more brain power than we ever need. It’s only
our self talk and self image as elders that makes us believe our
brains are turning to mush. Understanding how the brain works and
how to work it is a key to enjoying your massive brain power to
it’s fullest. This four part series will explore the different
parts of your brain and how you can access them more effectively.
Chance Massaro, M.A. has been translating recent brain research
into practical and fun ways to remember what you want, converse
with others and be creative. You will be really happy with your
results!
Each Friday class will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Fee: $15
for one session, $40 for the series – register by 3/31/11
• Friday, April 1, 2011
Brain Geography: Form, Function and Identifying Your
Strengths
• Friday, April 22, 2011
Talking to Your Brain to Increase Memory and Enjoyment
• Friday, May 6, 2011
Becoming More Conscious and Leading a Purposeful Life
• Friday, May 20, 2011
Creating a Comprehensive Plan to Maintain Brain Health
Travelogue with Al
Friday, April 15, 10 a.m.
Explore China through a slide presentation from a three-week
long trip to this fascinating country that includes stops in
Hanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, The Yangtze River, 3 Gorges Dam, Great
Wall of China and Beijing. Beijing visit included Tiananmen Square,
the Forbidden City and more. This travelogue is presented to you by
Al Loebel.
California State Capitol Tour & Towe Auto Museum Tour
Includes lunch at the Auto Museum
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Our day begins with a docent let tour of the State Capitol
building. We have allowed a small amount of time to adventure on
our own through the capitol museums after our tour. After our visit
to the capitol, we will be heading off to the Towe Auto Museum,
where we will enjoy a buffet lunch followed by a tour of the museum
and some time on our own to explore. A new exhibit will be
featuring Muscle Cars.
One peek inside this museum and you will understand our
country’s love affair with cars. You will find everything from 1904
Ford Model B touring Car to a 1911 Pierce Arrow model 48 touring
car to a 1966 Shelby coupe. We have arranged for a docent led tour
of this museum as well.
Register at the Healdsburg Senior Center – Members:
$79/Non-members: $89. Depart City Hall: 8:30 a.m. and return at
about 5:30 p.m.
center activity offerings
Art Class Novice to advanced — All mediums.Work on your own
project with guidance. Our teacher will present a weekly lesson,
which may touch on color theory, perspective, balance etc. Mondays,
1:30 p.m.
Art as a 2nd Language Using chalk/pastels, color form and shapes
to express yourself Fridays 10-11:30 a.m.
Bingo! Nickel per card. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.
Blood Pressure Clinic Get your pressure checked by a trained RN.
April 21 at 11:30 a.m.
Bridge— Tayman Park Group Party bridge — New players welcome.
Call for more information. Mondays, 1 p.m.
Center Book Club April 26, 10:30 a.m. 4th Tuesday monthly.
Chess & Checkers Exercise your brain and have some fun.
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Current Events Discuss local, national and international
affairs. Wednesdays 10 a.m.
Handworkers Group Quilting, knitting, crocheting and more. Share
your expertise or learn from others. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP) Appointment required.
Wednesday mornings.
Computer Tutor Need help with your computer, email, etc. First
and third Thursdays (April 7 and 21), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Conversational Spanish (SRJC Seniors Program) Thursdays, 10
a.m.
Improve Your Balance Class Registration required, $54/session.
Tuesdays, 1 to 2 p.m.
Incontro: Practice Your Italian! Practice your Italian in this
informal group. Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays monthly at 2:30
p.m.
Legal Counseling with Attorney A. Thomas Elder law issues.
Appointments required. April 13. By appointment only.
Linus Project Knit or crochet blankets for needy children.
Second Monday monthly at 2 p.m. April 11.
Lifestories Writing Group Write about your life with direction
from an instructor. Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Literary Café Poetry, literary readings and the like. Open mic
as time allows. April 12, 7 p.m.
Lunch Program Provided by the Council on Aging. Monday through
Thursday, noon. $4 donation. Brunch served on Fridays from 11 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m.
Mahjong Group & Rummikub Fridays, 12:30 p.m.
Philosophy Class Enjoy thinking? You’ll like this discussion
group. First and third Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Ping Pong Casual ping pong practice and impromptu games.
Fridays, 1:30 p.m.
Good Ole Days Sharing stories and experiences from the past.
Thursdays 10 -11:30 a.m.
Scrabble Group Join in the fun of playing scrabble. Thursdays 10
a.m.
Senior Writing Project Community writing project with a goal of
publishing a book in early 2012 – No writing experience needed –
Shonnie Brown, instructor. Call to register, 431-3324.
Strength Training Class Seated strength training with weights
and bands. Registration required, $20/month.
Square Dancing New program, call to register. Tuesdays, 1 to 2
p.m., Healdsburg Community Center.
Ukulele Group Come learn/play for the fun of it! Fridays, 12:30
p.m.
Woodcarving Class Beginners and experienced carvers. First
Thursday, 1 p.m. April 7.
MEETINGS HELD AT THE CENTER
Friends of the Senior Center A non-profit organization that
supports the center, 2nd Tuesday, monthly 9 a.m. April 12
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission An advisory board to City
Council on issues affecting senior residents. Next Meeting, May –
date TBA, 9 a.m. Meetings held at City Council chambers, call
431-3324 for date.