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Petaluma Senior Center
Happy Times News
May 2017
Activities, Services and Events for our Active Adult Com-
The Petaluma Senior Center is having a Classroom Safari
Event on Thursday, May 25th at 10:30am! Check out page 2
for more information!
A Wild Time is Coming to the Senior Center!
Don't Miss this Adventure!
Thursday, May 25, 2017
10:30 to 11:45 Program
12:00-1:00 Barbeque
FREE
A Wild Time is Coming to
the Senior Center!
Don't Miss this Adventure!
THE AMAZING CLASSROOM SAFARI
OF PETALUMA WILL BRING THEIR
MENAGERIE OF WILD ANIMALS
WHICH MAY INCLUDE A SLOTH,
WALLABY, LEMUR, SERVAL CAT,
PORCUPINE, HEDGEHOG, ALLIGA-
TOR, AND MORE! SAVE THE DATE
AND BRING YOUR GRANDKIDS!
THIS PROGRAM IS FREE, BUT LIMITED TO 65 ATTENDEES, SO SIGN
UP BY FRIDAY, MAY 19TH AT THE SENIOR CENTER!
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May 2017 May Monthly Highlights:
Afternoon Tea & Treats - Page 12
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Safari Classroom Event - Page 2
Fitness & Strength Chair Exercise - Page 13
1. Front Cover Chair Yoga with Diana - Page 13
2. Safari Classroom Event Begin 2 be Fit - Page 13
Free Balance Class - Page 12
3. Table of Contents
Basic Computer Class - Page 12
4. Schedule Hypertension Management Course - Page 13
5. Schedule Trips 4U Presentation - Page 18
6. Schedule
7. Schedule “Goodbye” from Lynnette Joy!
8. Exercise Class Descriptions I wanted to take the time to say “Goodbye” to all of you!
9. Weekly Class Descriptions I have really enjoyed the last seven years working at the
Petaluma Senior Center. I am so grateful for meeting all of
10. Bi-weekly & Monthly classes you and the wonderful friendships we have formed throughout
11. Games & Card games the years. I treasure all of you and will greatly miss you!
Thank you to everyone for stopping by to say “goodbye” in the
12. New April Classes last couple of weeks! I was so thrilled to see so many of you
13. New Classes at my farewell party and want to thank all of you for coming
and for all of the beautiful cards and more! As I leave Petalu-
14. Trips offered with Star Travelers ma I want to wish all of you a lifetime of great health, much
laughter, and much happiness!! Thank you all for adding so
15. Petaluma Museum Association
much “JOY” to my life!
16. Pool Schedule
17. Paid Advertising
18. Paid Advertising - TRIPS 4U
19. Paid Advertising
20. Paid Advertising Lynnette Joy
21. Senior Center Information
22. May Café Menu
The Petaluma Senior Center will be closed on
23. St. Patrick’s Day Photos Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day!
24. Back Cover
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MONDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
Walking Group 8:30-9:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Meet in lobby 1-2 mile walk
Mat workout from
SRJC Exercise 9:00-10:20 FREE Drop In Barbara Sr. Center 10:00-10:20
SRJC Brain Healthy
Fitness Exercise 9:45-11:15 FREE Drop In Annee Cavanagh Center
Computer Training 10:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Steve Sr. Center
SRJC Tai Chi 10:00-11:30 FREE Drop In Joanne Kenilworth Ctr
Ping Pong 11:00-1:00 $1 Drop In Volunteers Cavanagh Ctr.
$5 each
Zumba Gold 11:00-12:00 class Drop In Diana Scranton Senior Center
Sr. Center
Bridge 12:00-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Lounge
$5.00 each
Chair Yoga with Diana 12:15-1:15 class Drop IN Diana Sr. Center
Ladies Pool Group 1:00-2:30 FREE Drop In Donna L. Sr. Center
Quilting Group 1:00-3:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center Supplies needed
Writer's Theater Group 1:30-3:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Fitness & Strength Training Sr. Center Rec.
with Diana 1:30-2:30 $3.00 Drop In Diana Room (Chair Exercise)
Pickleball 4:00-6:00 $1 Drop In Pat: 696-7415 Lucchesi Court
TUESDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
Walking Group 8:30-9:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center 1-2 mile walk
Pinochle 9:15-12:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Aikido 9:30-10:30 FREE Drop In Carol Sr. Center
Petaluma Knitters 9:30-11:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
SRJC Be-Fit Exercise 10:15-11:15 FREE FULL CLASS Vicki Kenilworth Ctr
Chi Gong 11:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Video Sr. Center No Instructor
Enroll with In- Can be added to
SRJC Watercolor 12:30-3:30 FULL structor Judy Sr. Center waitlist.
Chess 12:30-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Hearts 1:00-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
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WEDNESDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
SRJC Brain Healthy Fitness
8:00-9:30 FREE FULL CLASS Annee Kenilworth Ctr
Walking Group 8:30-9:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center 1-2 mile walk
SRJC Exercise 9:00-10:15 FREE Drop In Barbara Sr. Center
TOPS 9:30-11:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center Weight Mgmt.
Lively Ladies Group 10:30-11:30 FREE Drop in Donna L. Sr. Center Singles group
SRJC Qi Gong/Tai Chi 10:00-11:30 FREE Drop In Joanne Kenilworth Center
SRJC Exercise 3:00-4:30 FREE Drop In Annee SRJC Pet Campus
10:00 –
How to Achieve Happiness 11:15 FREE Drop In Andy Sr. Center SRJC Class
$20 (4 wks) Pay at Senior
Living History 10:50-12:00 $25 (5 wks) Ctr. Steve Boga Sr. Center
Ping Pong 11:00-1:00 $1 Drop In Volunteers Cavanagh Ctr
Cribbage 1:00-3:00 FREE Drop In Anne Sr. Center
Can be added to
SRJC Watercolor 12:15-3:15 FULL FULL CLASS Barbara Sr. Center waitlist
Dominoes 1:00-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Rumicube 1:00-3:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers SR. Center
SRJC Petaluma
SRJC Brain Healthy Fitness 3:00-4:30 FREE Drop In Annee Campus
Pickleball 4:00-6:00 $1 Drop In Volunteers Lucchesi Court
THURSDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
Walking Group 8:30-9:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center 1-2 mile walk
Line Dancing 8:30-10:00 $4.00 Drop In Margaret Sr. Center Pay at window
Pickleball 9:00-11:00 $1 Drop In Pat: 696-7415 Lucchesi Court Call day before
SRJC Brain Healthy Fitness 9:45-11:15 FREE Drop In Annee Cavanagh Ctr.
Musical Group 10:00-11:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center Bring Instrument
SRJC Be Fit Exercise 10:15-11:15 FREE FULL CLASS Vicki Kenilworth
Begin 2B Fit Chair Exercise 10:30-11:15 FREE Drop In Sue Sr. Center
Poker 12:00-3:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Pinochle 12:15-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Pay at Senior
Chi Gong 1:00- 2:00 $5.00 Richard Kenilworth Ctr.
Ctr.
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FRIDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
SRJC Brain Healthy
8:00-9:30 FREE FULL CLASS Annee Kenilworth Center
Fitness
Walking Group 8:30-9:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Meet in lobby 1-2 mile walk
SRJC Exercise 9:00-10:15 FREE Drop In Barbara Sr. Center
Bocce Ball 10:00-11:00 FREE Drop-In Volunteer Leghorn Park
The Power of
Discussion Group 10:30-11:45 FREE Drop In Gail Talamantez Sr. Center
Positive!
Computer Tutoring 10:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Steve Sr. Center
Please pay at
Zumba Gold 11:00-12:00 $5 Drop In Dianna Sr. Center
window
Ping Pong 11:00-1:00 $1 Drop In Volunteers Cavanagh Ctr
Guitar/Piano Classes 11:00-3:00 $40 per month Call Instructor Laura Sr. Center Art room
Enroll with
SRJC Painting 12:30-3:30 FREE Lynne Sr. Center
instructor
Held in Meeting
Parkinson’s Support 1:00-3:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
room
Mah Jong 1:00-3:30 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr Center Card Room
SRJC Petaluma
SRJC Exercise 3:00-4:30 FREE Drop In Annee
Campus
SATURDAY
Activity Time Fee Registration Instructor Location Notes
Lucchesi Tennis
Pickleball 11:00-1:00 $1 Drop In Pat Courts
Addresses of Senior Center Classes:
*Petaluma Senior Center: 211 Novak Drive (next to Lucchesi Park)
*Cavanagh: 8th and G Streets - Westside Petaluma
*Kenilworth Center: 150 Fairgrounds Drive next to The Petaluma Public Library
*Leghorn Park: Sonoma Mtn. Parkway next to G&G grocery store
*Lucchesi Tennis Courts: Next to the Senior Center by Cul-de-sac
*SRJC Petaluma Campus: 680 Sonoma Mountain Parkway – Bldg. 800
*Petaluma Historical Library and Museum: 20 Fourth Street
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Additional Monthly Meetings/Activities
Activity Day/s Time Fee Registration Instructor Location
SR. Ctr. Pool
Book Club 2nd Thursday 1:00-2:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Rm.
Brown Bag 1st Friday 9:00-10:00 FREE call 763-2432 Volunteers Sr. Center
Earle Baum Sight Sup- Earle Baum
port group 4th Friday 10:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Staff Sr. Center
Alzheimer’s Support Alzheimer’s
Group for caregivers 2nd Monday 11:00-12:30 FREE Drop In Association Sr. Center
Attorney 1st & 3rd
Consultation Wednesday 10:00-12:00 Free for SC member Appt. Only W. Garcia Sr. Center
Attorney
Consultation 2nd Monday 12:00-3:30 Free for SC member Appt. Only M. Keene Sr. Center
Pinochle 1st Monday 12:15-3:30 FREE Drop In Sr. Center
Pool Tournament 2nd Friday 10:00 $3 Registration Bill Sr. Center
Sr. Center
Computer Club Last Thursday 2:30-4:00 FREE Drop In Volunteer Rec Room
What's on your mind? 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10:30-12:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
Great Discussions 2nd & 4th Monday 10:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Volunteers Sr. Center
EmpRes
Blood Pressure Clinic 4th Wednesday 10:00-12:00 FREE Drop In Acute Rehab Sr. Center
The Pool Tournaments Legal Consultations
are held on the 2nd Friday
of every month!
Wesley Garcia
The next tournament is on
Friday, May 12th! 1st and 3rd Wednesday
(morning appointments available)
Maria Gapinski
2nd Monday
(afternoon appointments available)
Do you need information on Estate Planning, Wills,
Trusts, Elder Abuse, Contracts, Bankruptcy & more.
Please call the Senior Center to schedule an appoint-
ment with one of our two attorneys at 707.778.4399.
There is a $5.00 fee for non-senior club members.
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Daily Exercise Classes
SRJC Exercise & Dance - Mon, Wed. and Fridays at the Senior Center from 9-10:15am
Instructor Barbara offers a fun, energetic class that enjoys music and laughing while getting fit together.
This class uses, dumbbells and mats for floor exercise & stretching! Free!
Begin 2B Fit Chair Exercise Thursdays at 10:30-11:10am. This class is for a beginner, someone out of shape, or
the individual with limited range of motion. Join us for this fun class while you exercise with a chair either seated or
standing. This class will help give you increased flexibility, tone up your muscles, elevate your heart rate, strengthen
your body and maintain balance. No dance steps! Students use 1 or 2lb hand weights all supplied by the class. In-
structor: Sue . Drop in! Free!
Up Fit & Brain Healthy Fitness with Annee - Monday & Thursday mornings at Cavanagh Center from 9:45-
11:15am. Wednesday & Friday mornings at Kenilworth Teen Center at 8:00 to 9:30am. Wednesday & Friday after-
noon at 3:00-4:30pm SRJC Petaluma Campus.. This is a proven adult fitness class for body & brain that meet all
the recommended adult exercise requirements for optimal health.
SRJC Qi Gong/Tai Chi - Monday & Wednesday Kenilworth Teen Center from 10am-11:30am. This class focus-
es on relaxation and deep breathing. The flowing movement improves circulation, balance and enhances the
mind and body against many medical concerns. Instructor: Joanne
Zumba Gold with Diana Mondays & Fridays at the Senior Center from 11:00am to 12:00pm. $5.00 each
class or $20.00 monthly for one day every 4 weeks! Come join the dance party! This is a fun, low impact dance-
fitness class using a variety of Latin and other international rhythms where there are never any wrong steps!
Line Dancing - Thursdays at the Senior Center from 8:30-10:15am. Instructors Barbara & Margaret teach
basic & intermediate Line Dancing. This class offers a fun & comfortable musical environment with a fun group
of gals who love to dance a variety of line dancing steps. $4.00 each class
FallProof - Offered through Petaluma People Services. It meets at the Senior Center on Thursdays with an as-
sessment & approval by instructor with assigned class times for each individual. This class offers a complete
course on balance & mobility to address the increasing incidents of falls among older adults. Please call 765-
8488 for more information!
Qi Gong - Taught by Richard on Thursdays at 1:00pm. This class meets at the Kenilworth Teen Center.
Cost: $5.00. This class focuses on healing with gentle movement and meditation.
Aikido - Taught by Carol. Free! This slow movement Martial Arts exercise class meets every Tuesday morning from
9:30 to 10:30am. This class helps students remain centered, balanced and will help avoid injuries including falls.
Fitness & Strength Training with Diana - Mondays from 1:30 –2:30pm. This class focuses on cardiovascular and
muscular strength and endurance, balance, coordination and posture in a supportive environment while seated and/or
standing. This class is for beginners, to experienced chair athletes, including individuals with limited mobility.
$3.00 each class
Chair Yoga with Diana - Mondays at 12:15-1:15. Explore your personal yoga journey! Enhance your quality of
breath, relaxation, flexibility, joy of movement, and well-being. We will be focusing on the mind body connection at a
gentle relaxed pace, either while seated or standing. All levels welcome; no experience necessary! $5.00 each class.
Instructors: Vicky Annee Barbara Margaret & Barbara Joanne Diana Richard
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Weekly Classes at the Senior Classes
“Friday Discussion Class” Join in on Fridays at 10:30 for a lively and interesting conversation and discussion.
Topics are wild, serious, funny and unique. Bring your opinions and views and join in at the table. All are welcome!!!
“Living History Class” Professor Steve Boga offers a interesting weekly class on the history of the world.
Cost is $20.00 f or a 4 week session. Wednesdays at the Senior Center from 10:45am to 12:00pm
“Petaluma Music Group” meets on Thursdays at the Senior Center from 10 am to 11:30 am. This fun and lively
group of musicians play guitar, ukulele, keyboards and flute. They are always looking for more talented musicians to
join in on their group. Please bring your instrument to class! FREE
“Guitar/Piano” lessons with instructor Laura Comyns. Have you always wanted to play the piano or the guitar, here’s
your chance. Laura will teach you the basic steps of learning the keyboard or guitar chords and how to read notes to
start you playing songs right away. Pre Assigned classes on Fridays from 12:00 to 3:00pm. $40.00 per month
“Petaluma Knitters” meets every Tuesday morning at the Senior Center from 10:00am to 11:30am. A great group of
talented ladies come together to work on various projects at their own pace. They donate their items to wonderful
causes around Sonoma County.
“Writing Group” - meets Mondays at 1:30 at the Senior Center. Are you a closet writer? Ever thought about writing?
We welcome new writers to our group who share poetry, stories, memoirs and more along with a lot of socializing.
“TOPS” - Taking Off Pounds Sensibly - Wednesdays at 9:30 to 11:30am Come join in on this welcoming support
group to make healthy lifestyle changes to your health and diet..
“What's on your Mind” - a friendly & pleasant twice a month get together to talk about anything and everything.
Interests range from news topics to senior living tips, to using computers, and favorite recipes. Come join us for a fun
and friendly time! 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:30-12pm
“SRCJ Watercolor Art Class” - meets Tuesdays at 12:30. This Art class is taught by Adrienne through the Santa
Rosa Junior College. It is a watercolor class with an emphasis on landscape. This class is presently full.
“SRCJ Watercolor Class” - this class watercolor class is presently full. It offers instruction of Watercolor basics!
Wednesdays at 12:30pm Instructor: Barbara
“SRJC Drawing & Painting” - taught by Lynne, this class meets on Fridays at 12:30pm. Instructional course that
uses drawing and painting media to create beautiful Art work.
“Quilters Group” meets every Monday at 1:00pm. Quilters enjoy quilting & chatting together.
“Lively Ladies Group” - this fun & enthusiastic group gets together on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 to plan out-
ings and offer support for one another.
“Parkinson's Support Group” - meetings include support, songs, speakers, games, life experiences and more.
Meets every Friday at 1:00pm.
“How to Achieve Happiness Class” Taught by SRJC Instructor Andy. Meets at 10am every Wednesday morning!
This class focuses on simple terms on how to achieve happiness.
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Bi-Weekly & Monthly Classes
What's on your Mind - A friendly & pleasant twice a month get together to talk about anything and every-
thing. Interests range from news topics to senior living tips, to using computers, and favorite recipes. Some-
times we discuss issues as to where the world is heading, or where to get a great burger. Come join us for a
fun and friendly time! 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:30-12pm
Book Club - Meets every 2nd Thursday at 1:00 to 2:00 pm. This small group gets together to discuss the
chosen book of the month. Please see Book Club Information listed below!.
Smart Phone & Computer Club Meets once a month on the last Thursday at 2:30 TO 4:00pm. Learn about
the latest tablet, computer or smart phone. Learn about websites and how to navigate your way thru the world
wide internet and much more. Different topics every month. Taught by Mike Burwen.
Care-Giving Support Group - This group has changed the time from 11am to 12:30pm. They will be meet-
ing on the 2nd Monday of each month. This class offers support in a caring, non-judgmental and confidential
way for all caregivers of Alzheimer's and Dementia loved ones.
Earl Baum Sight Support - This group meets on every 4th Friday of the month at 10am offering support and
assistance with vision loss for individuals.
U.S. Foreign Policy & Current Events - Meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday from 10:00-12:00pm. This
group discusses current International topics and more.
Carol’s Crafty Class Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 1:30 to 2:30pm. Join in on this fun crafty
class taught by Carol with Right At Home Health Care! Call 778-4399 to sign up for this class!
Blood Pressure Clinic - Come get your Blood Pressure taken at the Senior Center, Emp Res Care in Peta-
luma offers this FREE clinic every 4th Wednesday at 10:00am-12:00pm.
Computers: A Beginning - Introductory class on using computers. Learn how to set up email, search the
internet, Windows and History of computers. Taught by Steve Haga on Fridays from 10-12pm. Cost: $30.00
for a 4 week session
Brown Bag Food Delivery - Redwood Empire Food Bank delivers fresh food to qualified individuals.
Meets on the 1st Friday of the month at 9am in the back patio garden area..
Book Club
The Book Club meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 1pm to 2pm. The next meeting
will be on Thursday, May 11th. The book for the month of May is: “I Am A Stranger Here
Myself” by Bill Bryson.
Computer, Tablet & Smartphone support with Steve - Mondays Only
Do you need individual help with your cell phone, laptop computer or tablet?
If you do please meet with Steve on Mondays between the hours of 10am
to 12pm. Drop In! No appointments needed. Please bring your lap-
top, cellphone or tablet with you for your free tutoring session!Page 11
Games, Cards & More!
Pool Room - Open pool play for men and women! Tournaments are held on the 2nd Friday of the month
at 10am. Please sign up for the tournament with Bill Studwell.
Poker - Players meet every Thursday from 12:00pm to 3:30pm.
Hearts Cards - Players meet every Tuesday from 12:30 to 3:30pm.
Bridge - Meets every Monday from 12:00 to 3:00pm.
Duplicate Bridge - Meets on Saturdays at 11:00am
Pinochle - Meets every Tuesday morning from 9:00 am to 12pm, and every Thursday from 12:00-3:15.
Mah Jong - This fun group of gals plays every Friday from 12:30-3:30pm. Newcomers welcome!
Chess - Enjoy a game of Chess - Drop In - Every Tuesday ay 12:30
Dominoes - Meets every Wednesday at 12:15pm.
Cribbage - A small fun group playing cribbage together. Beginners welcome! Wednesday at 1:00pm.
Computer & Smartphone Club
Thursday May 25th 2:30-4pm
The subject of this meeting will be Computer and Smartphone Security. As we all know, our
politicians, government agencies and many of our largest companies have been hacked, and
this situation seems to be getting worse as the victims are less educated about internet security
and the perpetrators get smarter. Is there anything the individual can do to avoid getting
hacked? The answer is a resounding ‘yes’. At this meeting we will discuss what you, as an indi-
vidual, can do to ensure that you are not a victim of the electronic hackers. Drop In! Free!
This class is taught by Mike BurwenPage 12 Petaluma Senior Center
May Events & Classes
Afternoon Tea & Treats
Thursday, May 11th at 2:00pm
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of delightful conservation with
your friends and enjoy a great assortment of teas and treats!
Please bring your favorite tea cup and saucer! Space
is limited! Please sign up by Monday, May 8th at the
front desk! Cost: $3.00 per person
Free Balance Class with Bonnie
Thursday May 11th 10am -11am
Please join Bonnie for a brisk and easy hour of discussing fall safety and doing simple stretches, rolls and
marching that can keep you safe and sane. We all know that mindfulness about our surroundings is how
we stay safe, now add simple movements that tells your body your intention to stay safe.
Every movement is useful any time you wish. No special equipment needed.
“Remember: We wish to stay upright not uptight”
Free safety checklist for you or your friends to use. Free chip clips too.
This class is offered with Bonnie Koagedal
(Community Outreach Coordinator with Homewatch CareGivers)
Basic Computer Class: Starting from the beginning - Starts on May 5th –26th
There is a “NEW” Basic Computer class starting again in May taught by Steve Haga who has been
offering his Computer Tutoring Services at the Senior Center for many years. This Computer course will
be an introduction to using computers, learning all about the history and changes of computers, Comput-
er Jargon, Using Windows, IOS (Mac) and why it matters. Learn all about Email and creating a new ac-
count, how to use the Internet wisely and searching on Google and much, much, more. This class will
meet on Fridays starting April 7th and run through April 28th (4 weeks) from 10am to 12pm. The cost of
this course is $30.00. Material needed: Optional Tablet or laptop, notebook for notes.
Please register and make payment at the front desk for this course!Page 13
May Classes & Presentations
" The Health Outcomes of Hypertension and Hypertension Management."
Thursday, May 4th at 10:00 to 11:00am
Come join us for a talk to improve your health.
Having high blood pressure can lead to heart attack, stroke or other serious negative complications. The goal
of hypertension treatment is to lower high blood pressure and protect important organs, like the brain, heart,
and kidneys from damage. We will be talking about hypertension management with common
medications used to treat high blood pressure and life style changes.
Presented by: Phoua Vang , PharmD.,MPH Kaiser Permanente Pharmacist
Resident and Yuliya Blyakherova PharmD Kaiser Permanente Pharmacist Resident
Begin 2 Be Fit chair Exercise class
Begin 2 be Fit has a wonderful new instructor named Sue Oaks who is replacing Lynnette!
This class is for a beginner, someone out of shape, or the individual with limited range of motion.
Join us for a fun class while you exercise with a chair either seated or standing. This class
will help give you increased flexibility, tone up your muscles, elevate your heart rate,
strengthen your body and maintain balance. No dance steps! Students use 1lb or 2lb
hand weights all supplied by the Senior Center! .
Chair Yoga with Diana Mondays at 12:15-1:15 $5.00 each class
A New Chair Yoga class is now being offered at the Petaluma Senior Center every Monday!
Explore your personal yoga journey! Enhance your quality of breath, relaxation, flexibility, joy of
movement, and well-being. We will be focusing on the mind body connection at a gentle relaxed
pace, either while seated or standing. All levels welcome; no experience necessary! Drop In!
$5.00 each class. Please make payment at front window!
Fitness and Strength Training Chair Exercise
Mondays from 1:30pm to 2:30 $3.00 per class
Diana Scranton the Senior Center Zumba Gold Instructor has started teaching a new course
called “Fitness and Strength Training!” Join Diana for a fun class focused on improving functional
fitness by enhancing cardiovascular and muscular strength and endurance, balance, coordina-
tion, and posture in a supportive environment, while seated and/or standing. This class uses 1-2
pound hand weights, resistance bands, and 6-inch balls all supplied from the instructor. This
class is for anyone from the beginner to experienced chair athletes, including individu-
als with limited range of motion. This class has a $3.00 fee for each class! Drop in!
Payment can be made at the front desk!Page 14
May 2017
THE FOLLOWING TOURS HAVE ADDITIONAL SAN FRANCISCO DEPARTURES.
Tours leave from the Petaluma Community Center at 320 N. McDowell Blvd.
Wednesday - Friday, May 17 - 19 “Silver Legacy in Reno at Leisure
Includes: Roundtrip deluxe motor coach * 2 nights at the Silver Legacy * Baggage handling *
Escorted. After a breakfast stop at Denny's in Rocklin, we will check-in at the Silver Legacy.
Each passenger will receive two breakfast buffet coupons. The second day is free to relax and
enjoy the amenities at the Silver Legacy or try your luck at the El Dorado or Circus-Circus. Mid-
morning departure on the third day with a stop at Ikeda's in Auburn before returning home.
$210.00 per person double occupancy $258.00 single
DEPARTURE TIME: 7:30 AM
Friday, June 9th “A Day at the Races” $112.00 per person
Join us for an afternoon of good food and fun betting on the horses at Golden Gate Fields in Al-
bany. Finish line seating in the Turf Club and a delightful prime rib buffet lunch while watching
your favorite jockey bring his horse to the finish line. Casual dress code in advised.
DEPARTURE: 8:00AM RETURN: After the 8th race
Thursday, July 6th “From Trees to Shining Sea” $80.00 per person
Depart from the Big Trees Railroad Station in the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Red-
wood State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across a 1909 street-truss bridge and through
an 1875 tunnel before arriving at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Depart the train and enjoy lunch on your
own, play a few games or take a ride on the roller coaster before boarding our bus for the return home.
DEPARTURE: 6:30 AM RETURN: 6:30 PM
For more information or to book a reservation please call:
STAR TRAVELERS at 586-7800 or 800-334-3465Page 15
PETALUMA MUSEUM ASSOCIATION
PETALUMA HISTORICAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM
20 FOURTH ST. PETALUMA CALIFORNIA 94952
707.778.4398 petalumamuseum.com
There will be a Meet Greet at the Petaluma Senior Center
on May 4th from 12:15 to 12:45pm to learn all about the
Museum and their docent volunteer opportunities!
The Petaluma Museum Building and Exhibits
The former library now houses Petaluma poultry, dairy, and Miwok Indian history exhibits from the 1850s. The cor-
nerstone for this stately Carnegie Library was laid in 1904. The building, designed by local architect Brainerd Jones
and built from locally quarried stone, features the largest free-standing leaded glass dome in Northern California.
The building is in the neo-classical style, featuring original fan-glass windows, round leaded-glass windows, also
original interior wood paneling and columns. It also houses a fine research library.
Items depicting Petaluma’s rich history are available in our Museum Store.
Looking for a great way to give back to the community? Come volunteer at the Petaluma Historical Library and Muse-
um. Our monthly Docent/Volunteer meetings are held at the museum, 12-1 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. We
would enjoy your time and appreciate your skills in any of the below areas:
Museum Docents-Tour Docents-Events set up-Ushers-Office help- Library help-Computer skills-Carpentry Skills-Graphic
Design/Photography-Are you a grant writer ?- Love working with textiles-Landscaping-or your special qualities in Fundrais-
ing. Contact Dianne.volunteer@gmail.com
For a list of the current and future exhibits and events please see our web page www.petalumamuseum.com and like us on
Facebook https://www.facebook.com
The Museum offers:
Historic Downtown Walking Tours
FREE walking tours of historic Petaluma led by costumed docents. Come hear the history of Petaluma from the mouths of
early settlers of Petaluma.
School Tours
Offered to all third grade classes as part of the Social Studies curriculum. Includes a visit to the Museum and a short walk
around Historic Downtown Petaluma.
The Petaluma Museum also works closely with:
Heritage Homes & Landmarks http://www.heritagepetaluma.org
Holiday Parlor Tour on December 3rd, HH&L will showcase four historic homes decorated for the holidays
If you own a vintage home and like to decorate for the holidays, please consider offering your home for the event, or ask a
neighbor. The HH&L Committee welcomes more preservation-minded people to help us achieve our goals. Please call 778-
4398 and leave your name.
Petalumans of Yesteryear www.petalumansofyesteryear.orgPage 16
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Senior Peer Counseling
When faced with the newness of retirement, the loss of a
partner, or other life stressors and transitions, it is common
for older adults to feel overwhelmed, depressed or isolated.
OUR SENIOR PEER COUNSELING
PROGRAM IS HERE TO HELP!
* Volunteer Senior Peer Counselors are caring individuals who
offer non-judgmental empathetic listening and support to help
seniors retain a healthier perspective and better emotional bal-
ance. * Senior Peer Counselors are all seniors themselves who
volunteer their time to visit other seniors in their homes, providing
12 sessions of supportive counseling free of cost. Each senior
peer counselor has completed an in- depth training program fo-
cusing on how to help other older adults navigate life’s many tran-
sitions and challenges of aging.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
SERVICES, PLEASE CONTACT:
melissa.fike@westcountyservices.org
Or call: (707) 823-1640 ext. 380
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Did you know that The Petaluma Senior Center
has a free food delivery every Tuesday morning
at approximately 10am for Low Income Seniors?
Please bring your own carry out bag to collect
fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, pastries and
dairy products. Note: Please check expiration Drop by and meet Bruce & Barbara Wohlert
dates and freshness of all food before eating! from TRIPS 4U based in Santa Rosa for a
wonderful presentation on their upcoming daytrips
and extended trips throughout California, the
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They will be meeting and greeting everyone on
June 2nd from 10:00am to 11:00am at the
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Excellence in In-Home Care
Concierge Outings for Active Seniors Services Include:
Small group, local outings for a pleasant morning or
afternoon out — with one to two companions or, an
individualized outing just for one! Outings will be ▲ Caring Companionship
pre- planned on a weekly basis and custom outings are
available. ▲ Meal Planning and Preparation
Outings may include: museum visit art gallery, farm- ▲ Errand Running
ers market, concert, community event or park visit,
speaking events, holiday shopping, with time to ▲ Light Housekeeping
stop for coffee & a chat, an ice cream treat, or lunch
& guided walk. ▲ Medication Reminders
Always accompanied by a trained Home Care Assis- ▲ Assistance with Bathing and Grooming
tance Caregiver.
▲ Petty Cash Management
Arrangements for transportation, dining and lo-
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▲ Assistance with Insurance Paperwork
Complementary to the Wellness principals of our
▲ Transportation
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healthy eating, moderate exercise and fostering a
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Accommodations:
If you have a disability which requires an interpreter or person to assist you while
attending our meetings or programs, please contact Lynnette Lofgren at 778-4349
at least 72 hours prior to the event to ensure arrangements for accommodation by
the City. Please make sure the Senior Center office is notified as soon as
possible if you have a visual impairment that requires the meeting or programs
material be produced in another format. "In consideration of those with
PETALUMA SENIOR
multiple chemical sensitivities or other environmental illness, it is requested
CENTER that you refrain from wearing scented products.”
(707) 778-4399
211 Novak Dr. SENIOR CLUB 2017 has its rewards! Senior Club Membership is
Petaluma, CA 94954 optional. It’s completely up to you! The benefits include: The monthly
www.cityofpetaluma.net newsletter is delivered to your mailbox and you will get a discount on
daytrips, events and holiday lunches. Proceeds help the Senior Center
Hours: continue to offer excellent programs, events and daytrips.
Facility Open Monday ($24/year or $30-couple/year) (Prorated during the year)
through Friday
8:00-4:00
If you would like to submit ads or information to the Senior Center newsletter
Administration: please email: Sandra Kraus - skraus@ci.petaluma.ca.us
City Manager:
John Brown To be included in the newsletter for the following month,
Assist. City Manager please send all information by the 1st of each month!
Scott Brodhun
Interim Recreation
Supervisor: PSC Advisory Committee Monthly Memo:
Drew Halter
The Senior Advisory meetings takes place at the Petaluma Senior Center
Senior Center every other month on the 2nd Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. The next
Recreation Coordinator
meeting is on Thursday, May 11th.
Sandra Kraus
Recreation Specialist
Just a reminder about the guidelines & rules that need to be followed
Volunteer Team:
on the Senior Center Schedule of classes & activities. All classes, card
Bill & Brooke Studwell & table games, workshops, presentations and groups must end by the time
Ned Scott stated in the newsletter for their class times. All afternoon classes must
Kathi Kogler end by 3:30pm and have the room vacated by 3:40pm as this will allow
Shirley Davis
Virginia Nowicki time for the rooms to be cleaned and set up for the next mornings activities.
Lorraine McEvoy We appreciate everyone working together to keep this demanding schedule
Sue Balazs
Steve Haga at a comfortable pace. Thank you for your support!
Debbie Johnston
Sharon LinderPage 22 The PPSC Senior Café serves weekdays. Suggested Donation from $3.50-$8.00 per person.
(Lunch tickets are available at $35.00 for 10 tickets) The Café is open M-F from 12:15 to 2:00
pm. Please call 765-8488 by 3:00pm the day before to make your lunch reservation.
May 2017 Senior Café Lunch Menu
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1. All Beef Hot Dog 2. Lemon Chicken 3. Pork Loin 4. Baked Fish 5. Cinco de Mayo
Chili Beans Brown Rice w/Mushroom Sauce Baked Potato Fajitas
Carrots Mixed Vegetables Stuffing Stir Fry Vegetables Rice
HB Egg Green Salad Summer Squash Carrot Raisin Salad *Brussel Sprouts
Green Salad Fruit Salad Green Salad w/Tomatoes Berry Cobbler Beet Salad
*Orange ¨W. W. Roll Apricots ¨W. W. Bread Cinnamon Apples
¨W. W. Bread
8. Lasagna 9. Creole Pork 10. Chicken Enchiladas 11. Salmon Cake 12. Mother’s Day
Spinach Rice Refried Beans Red Potatoes Luncheon
Green Salad *Broccoli Carrots w/Cheddar Cheese Quiche Lorraine
w/HB Egg Coleslaw Green Salad Capri Vegetables Peas
*Mandarin Oranges Strawberries Jell-O with 3 Bean Salad Green Salad
¨W. W. Roll Cornbread *Mandarin Oranges Peaches Fresh Fruit Salad
¨W. W. Bread ¨W. W. Roll
15. Roasted Turkey 16. “Oven Fried” Chicken 17. Macaroni and Cheese 18. Pot Roast 19. Roasted Turkey
with Baked Beans Roasted Yams Italian Chicken Red Potatoes with Baked Beans
*Broccoli Stir Fry Vegetables Sausage Green Beans *Broccoli
Green Salad Pea Salad Mixed Vegetables Green Salad Green Salad
Pineapple Fruit Salad Marinated Strawberries Pineapple
¨W. W. Roll ¨W. W. Roll Vegetable Salad “W. W. Roll “W. W. Roll
Watermelon
¨W. W. Roll
22. Pulled Pork 23. Tuna Salad 24. Tamale Pie 25. Roasted Turkey 26. Baked Ziti with
Sandwich Pasta Salad Spanish Rice Mashed Potatoes Italian Sausage
Green Beans Fresh Fruit Salad Cauliflower Peas Italian Vegetables
Red Potatoes Carrots Green Salad Green Salad w/ Green Salad
Green Salad Cookie Fruit Salad Tomato Fruit Salad
Pears ¨W. W. Bread ¨W. W. Roll Apricots ¨W. W. Bread
¨W. W. Roll
29. 30. Fish Filets 31. Chicken Daily *Vitamin C
CLOSED Oven Roast Yams Macaroni Salad
1 cup 1% Milk _Vitamin A
FOR Green Beans Fruit Salad
Green Salad Baby Carrots Bread ¨Fiber
MEMORIAL DAY!
w/HB Egg Pound Cake Butter Salt
Fruit Salad ¨W. W. Bread
Garlic BreadThe St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon was a blast! Thank you to Petaluma People Services for
their excellent meal! Thank you to, Kathi, Antoinette, Diana, Sandra, & Lynnette for their
hard work, and many thanks to the “Petalukes” for their fun and festive music!Petaluma Senior Center PRSRT STD
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PETALUMA SENIOR RESOURCES
AARP Driver Safety Program…………..…………..1-888-687-2277
Adult Protective Services ………………………………….565-5940
Brown Bag Food Program………………………………....763-2432
HICAP (Health Insurance Aide)………………………800-434-0222
iRIDE……………………….……………………….……..…...765-8488
Share Sonoma County…………….……………....765-8488 Ex. 115
Lucchesi Community Center………………….…………...778-4380
Mary Issac Center (Homeless Shelter)….………………..776-4777
Para Transit Petaluma…………………..…………….……. 778-4460
PEP (Sr. low cost housing)…………..…………………..... 762-2336
Petaluma Transit………………..………………………….…778-4460
Petaluma People Services Center/Café………..……..... 765-8488
Petaluma Fire (Dispatch)…………………..………………. 778-4390
Petaluma Police (Dispatch) ……….……………………….778-4332
RSVP (Volunteer resource)…….….……………...573-3399 Ext 117
Senior Adult Day Program………………..…………….…..765-8490
Sonoma County Agency on Aging…….….…………..…..565-5950
Sonoma County Council on Aging…….….………….….. 525-0143
Tax Assistance for Seniors (AARP) …..….…………….…794-8252
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