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Questions about senior classes or activities?
Call the Seniors Senior Center at (916) 358-3575
If you are interested in taking part in a program and will need special arrangements (i.e. vision and/or hearing assistance), please phone the Administration Office at (916) 933-6624 one week prior to the activity.
Program Scholarships
If you require financial assistance, call Mike Cottrell at (916) 614-3215. All requests are confidential.
Meets monthly from 3-4pm. Book
selections are chosen by members.
Last Friday of the month.
Group Leader: Mary Pearson
FREE
The Council consists of five elected senior
volunteers. The SSC is a liaison group
between the senior community, El Dorado
Hills CSD, and County Department of
Human (Senior) Services. The council
coordinates annual special senior parties
in addition to overseeing other Center
activities. The Council always WELCOMES
volunteers!
Classes include safe stretching and
strengthening exercises using resistance
bands, range of motion, and simple
movements. Both sitting and standing
exercises are incorporated. Benefits
include: lower blood pressure, improved
circulation, increased stamina and
muscle strength, and enhanced sense of
well being.
Tuesday & Thursday • 9:30-10:30am
Daily Drop-In Fee: $2
Group Leader: Yvonne Griffin
Do you have a special recreational
interest and need a partner(s) to participate
with you? If you need a bridge
or chess partner, golf buddy, a moviegoer,
a sports team member, someone
to help you sail your boat, etc., call the
Senior Center to be put on a “buddy”
list!
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Enjoy the well-documented benefits of
yoga in these gentle, supportive classes
modified to your needs. This is not
“pretzel” yoga! Students with limitations
due to previous injuries, chronic conditions
or general inflexibility should consider
this class. Donna is on the resource
list of the National MS Society and the
Parkinson’s Association.
Mondays • 3:30-4:30pm
$5 donation
Instructor: Donna Rixmann, Yoga Peace
It is possible to strengthen your bones
by exercising and eating the right way.
Learn simple strategies to improve the
strength of your bones. A delicious
sandwich lunch will be served. Reservations
are a must! Call the Senior Center
to place your lunch order and join us!
Registration deadline: June 23
Saturday, June 26 • 11:30am
Presenter: Dr. Ron Simms, D.C.
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Excellent meals for a reasonable donation
of only $3 for seniors age 60 and
over, and $5 for those under 60. Lunch
is served Monday through Friday at 12
noon in the Garden Cafe. Closed on major
holidays. Call (916) 358-3562 between
11am and 1pm for the current menu.
Falls are a significant cause of injury in
all ages of the U.S. population, but a
particular burden in those ages 65 and
older. With adequate information and
knowledge falls can be prevented. Learn
tips and tricks that you can use on a
daily basis. Call the Senior Center to
hold your spot.
Tuesday, June 8 • 12:45pm
Presenter: Sandy Stokes, RN, PHN, MSN
Create a new positive belief about
health and fitness that will last! NIA class
uses tai chi, yoga, and mild jazz moves
to keep the body moving and energized.
NIA’s benefits include: improved
balance; weight management; strength
and flexibility; improved concentration
and circulation; more energy/
stamina; improved sleep and relaxation;
improved digestion and cardiovascular
conditioning.
Tuesdays • 4:30-5:30pm
$3 donation
Instructor: StephaNia Contreras
A Topical Discussion Group
Led By Terry Provenza
Engage in informal conversation with
your peers on an assortment of senior
related topics. A different topic every meeting
brings an opportunity for lively dialog.
1st Thursday • 10am
May 6
“Do April Showers Bring More Flowers?”
June 3
“Differences Between Men and Women...”
July 1
“What’s Doing this Summer?”
August 5
“Picnic Days!”
The Senior Center is celebrating its 4th
birthday this year. Watch for more details
regarding our Birthday Bash on June 30th!!!
Mah Jongg, “the game of the sparrows”,
is very popular today. Players get
together weekly to play this simple yet
fun rummy-like tile game. Beginners, see
lessons offered!
Tuesdays • 1-3pm
Group Leader: Margie Yowell
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The use of Ace-asking conventions
such as Blackwood and Gerber will be
discussed.
8803.504 Th 6/24 9am-12pm
Fee: $19
Instructor: Louann Partridge
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If you are brand new to the game or
need to brush up, this class is for you!
Once you get acquainted with the
game, you’ll be ready to join the weekly
Mah Jongg group.
Fridays, 6/4-6/25 • 1-3pm
Instructor: Dorothy Kohlmeister
Learn the use of ‘take-out’ doubles and
‘negative’ doubles. Class also covers
ways to compete over these bids.
8803.502 Tu 7/13-8/10 9-11am
Fee: $50
Instructor: Louann Partridge
Bridge players practice and receive
informal lessons. If you need to brush up
on skills or want to meet other bridge
players, this is the place!
Wednesdays • 10-11:30am
Daily Drop-In Fee: $3
Instructor: Louann Partridge
Includes using cue bids in answer to an
overcall and as a response to opening
bids when there has been an intervening
overcall. The use of cue bids when
trying to get to No Trump and to show
controls of Aces in a suit is also covered.
8803.505 Th 7/15 9am-12pm
Fee: $19
Instructor: Louann Partridge
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This class will cover pre-emptive bids at
the two level and higher as well as preemptive
overcalls. Also covers responses
to these bids and defense by opponents.
8803.501 Tu 6/1-6/29 9-11am
Fee: $50
Instructor: Louann Partridge
Includes both playing and defending.
Leads, defensive signals as well as play
of the hand will be covered.
8803.506 Th 7/29 9am-12pm
Fee: $19
Instructor: Louann Partridge
Parameters and strategies for making
overcalls as well as responses to overcalls
will be discussed. Learn defensive
uses of overcalls by opening bidder and
partner.
8803.503 Th 6/10 9am-12pm
Fee: $19
Instructor: Louann Partridge
The Gold Country Cribbers meet yearround
for American Cribbage Congress
style play. September through May is
tournament-style, while June through
August is less formal. A basic knowledge
of the game is required. For more
information contact Ross Walter at (916)
933-1282 or Carl Backers at
(916) 933-2266
Wednesdays • 6:30pm
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An Outing to the Placerville
Community Observatory
On a clear night you can observe up
to 250,000 stars from the Placerville
Community Observatory. On our
private tour the docent will show
you special telescopes and talk about
stars and constellations. A limited
number of guests will be transported
in CSD vehicles. Others can drive
themselves or carpool from El Dorado
Hills. Reservations are a MUST
for this free event.
Tuesday, July 20 • 7-10pm
Call for information (916) 358-3575
See the SUN through a properly
filtered telescope. Observe features
such as sunspots and granulation.
Join us right after Senior Nutrition
Lunch right here in our own parking
lot for this exciting observation!
Wednesday, June 16 • 12:45pm
Facilitator: Frank Dibbell, Chief Docent,
Placerville Observatory
FREE
Have you ever wondered how astronomers
know how far away a star
is? Or how they know what stars are
made of? Or how fast they are moving?
Join us! Call the Senior Center
to hold a spot.
Tuesday, July 27 • 12:45pm
Presenter: Frank Dibbell, Placerville
Observatory
If you need to learn the basics, including
Internet and email, call to sign up for
three free lessons. Our volunteer instructors
will work with you one-on-one. Students
need to have a home computer
(PC or Mac) or laptop for practice. Call
the Senior Center to schedule your FREE
three-week session.
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The Senior Center has a theater group
which carpools and attends local productions.
The group also enjoys behindthe-
scenes tours, and Q&A discussions
with the actors. Call to be placed on
our Theater Interest List.
Computer related topics are covered
each week. Get answers to your computer
questions. Those with laptops are
encouraged to bring them. Discussion
is appropriate for all levels of computer
knowledge.
2nd & 4th Monday • 1-3pm
Advisors: Bruce Coleman, Jenny Figueroa & Wayne Shannon
Learn to make a simple beaded necklace
that will “bead-azzle” everyone you
know! Participants will make a simple
beaded necklace in class. All supplies
provided. Please bring an $18 supply fee
to the instructor at class. Reservations
are a must!
Registration deadline: 5/27
Thursday, June 3 • 9:30-11:30am
Instructor: Nora Kolthoff
Discover the world! Pick a country and
discuss its history, political issues, view
the geography and other pertinent
details in this interactive meeting.
Group discussion includes how other
countries feel about the United States
and why. In this cooperative program,
you will research and discuss countries
that the group chooses.
2nd Wednesday • 10-11am
Group Guide: Liane L. Martin
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Are you familiar with all that your own
camera can do? Has it been in the box
for months? Bring it and learn how it
operates to give you the best photos.
No experience is necessary.
8802.501 M 5/24 2-5pm
8802.502 Fr 7/16 9am-12pm
Fee: $33
Instructor: Bob Gouine of Pacific Paper
The Mad Hatters are a group of local
residents that knit hats for newborn
babies and cancer patients in local hospitals.
Learn to knit/crochet or brush up
on your skills. Since its inception, Mad
Hatters has delivered over 100,000 hats.
Become a part of this energetic group
which has spread throughout the US.
For more info contact Leal Thompson at
(916) 933-4722.
2nd Monday • 7-9pm
The French Club meets to practice the
language, share heritage, sing songs,
enjoy French cuisine and go on outings
that feature French history.
3rd Friday • 10am
Group Leaders: Terry Provenza and
Huguette Lemire
Create beautiful paintings through dynamic
composition and shapes. Learn to
use color and brush techniques of your
own unique visions. Emphasis will be on
fine art painting with the freedom and
spontaneity of flowing pigments. Supply
list available upon registration. Call the
CSD to register at (916) 933-6624.
8865.501 W 7/14-8/18 10-11:30am
Fee: $28
Instructor: Annie Adams
It’s time to learn (relearn) a new
hobby!
Whether you have a personal knit or
crochet project going, or would like to
make baby hats for the Mad Hatters,
join the fun! All levels are welcome.
Instructors are available for new beginners.
Tuesdays • 10-11:30am
Group Facilitators: Carol
Timms & Janey Mason
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Intermediate French
Planning a trip to France? If you have a
basic knowledge of the beautiful French
language and would like to expand
your knowledge, this is the class for you!
Learn tourist-related words and expressions
such as reading menus, ordering
meals, finding directions, travel by
metro or train, etc.
8806.501 Wed 6/9-6/30 9:30-11am
Fee: $29
Instructor: Yvonne Griffin
You will learn how to create a friendly
universe for yourself. Don’t allow external
forces to control you. Improve your
decision making skills. Discover your
worthiness in a universe you deserve.
Hear Shirley Slater’s beautiful voice!
Tuesday, August 3• 1-3pm
Speaker: Bob Billingsley
What can these documents do for you
and your loved ones? Diana Steele, El
Dorado County’s Senior Attorney will
discuss the importance of these tools.
She can also assist you in preparing
documents. Call to hold a spot.
Tuesday, May 11 • 12:45pm
Presenter: Diana Steele, Attorney
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The health of the brain plays a critical
role in almost everything you do:
thinking, feeling, remembering, working,
and playing – even sleeping. The
good news is that we now know there’s
a lot you can do to help keep your brain
healthier as you age. These steps might
also reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s or
other dementia. Learn to make brainhealthy
lifestyle changes and why it’s so
important. Call to save a spot!
Thursday, June 17 • 10am
Presenter: Mary Gillon, Alzheimer’s
Association
Growing older can also mean growing
healthier. Are you prepared for your retirement
and future health needs? Learn
how to “seniorize” your home and the
many available options that can benefit
you now and through your retirement
years. Call to hold your spot.
Friday, July 16 • 12:45pm
Presenter: Elder Options Staff
Take the fear out of end-of-life decisions.
This workshop will direct you to how to
make your final wishes come true without
placing an unnecessary burden on
the people you love. Relieve the stress of
those near and dear to you by learning
about options available and preplanning.
Call to make a reservation.
Friday, July 23 • 10am
Presenter: Diane Fronczek, Trident Society
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Learn tips from a former English and
Creative Writing instructor on how to
get published. Local author, Helene
Vorce-Tish is the author of four published
books. Class fee includes one
book written by Helene.
8807.501 Mon 6/7-7/19 1-2:30pm
Fee: $45
Instructor: Helene Vorce-Tish
Are you ready? Are you doing everything
you should to get yourself in order
for a comfortable and active retirement?
Get tips and information to assist you
now and for your future. Call the Senior
Center to hold a spot.
Friday, August 6 • 12:45pm
Presenter: Elder Options Staff
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Are you raising a second family? There
are millions of grandparents (or other
relative caregivers) stepping in to take
on the full-time care of children. This informational
seminar will help you know
you’re not alone and that there are
many services and resources available to
support you through this process. Call
to hold a spot.
Wednesday, June 2 • 10am
Presenter: Lilliput Children’s Services
Kinship Program
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Write about your real-life experiences.
Share your grandparenting stories,
jokes, trials and tribulations. This group
produces a newsletter, “The Grands’ &
the Greats’ Gazette.”
1st Monday • 10am & 3rd Friday • 1pm
Leaders: Terry Provenza and Flora LaForce
It is important to maintain your health
and well being so that you can provide
the best possible care to your loved one.
Learn tips to reduce stress and
stay healthy. Call for a reservation.
Tuesday, May 25 • 12:45pm
Presenter: senior Care solutions
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Are you raising a second family? There
are millions of grandparents (or other
relative caregivers) stepping in to take
on the full-time care of children. This informational
seminar will help you know
you’re not alone and that there are
many services and resources available to
support you through this process. Call
to hold a spot.
Wednesday, June 2 • 10am
Presenter: Lilliput Children’s Services
Kinship Program
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Learn about local wildlife – and see
them for yourself! Volunteers from the
nonprofit Sierra Wildlife Rescue will
discuss their wildlife rescue operations.
We’ll also learn about raptors
(birds of prey) common to our area
and meet live birds up close and
personal. Call to hold a spot.
Thursday, June 24 • 10am
Presenters: Sierra Wildlife Rescue
Held the last Friday of each month following
Senior Nutrition’s Birthday lunch
(12:45pm), these special concerts feature
music from your era. Our very own
band, the El Dorado Hills Senior Fun
Time Band is under the direction of Al
Kolthoff. Find a dance partner, or just sit
and enjoy your musical favorites as you
are entertained by this energetic group
of local senior musicians who have over
70 songs in their growing repertoire.
Learn new and old dances in this awesome
class. No partner and no experience
necessary! Come on down, get
some exercise, meet new friends and
have some good ‘ol foot-stompin’ fun!
Wednesdays • 1-2pm
Fee: $2 per class donation
Instructor: Pat Nathan
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Have you always said “one of these
days I am going to play the guitar”?
Well here’s your chance! Join Joe Wilson
of our El Dorado Hills Senior Fun Time
Band for beginning guitar lessons.
Whether you are brand new, or need to
refresh your skills, just do it!
Fridays • 1-2pm
Instructor: Joe Wilson
Let’s Uke, as in let’s play that cute little
instrument and have some fun! Class
instruction in basic ukulele playing
includes folk, standard, and popular
songs. No experience necessary. Bring a
ukulele if you have one, or you can order
one from the teacher (approx. $30)
at the first class. Instruction books will
also be available (approx. $10).
Thursdays • 2-2:45pm
8805.501 5/6-5/27
8805.502 6/17-7/8
8805 503 7/15-8/5
8805.504 8/12-9/2
Fee: $34
Instructor: Lew Johnson
Even if you have no experience playing with chocolate, this class is for you. We
will have a blast dipping strawberries, as well as using molds to create chocolate
oreos and pretzels. Students will make and take a dozen berries, four oreos
and four pretzels, all in their own packaging, in case you want to share your
goods. You will also leave class with your molds and additional supplies will be
available for purchase after class. $12 supply fee payable at class. Registration
deadline: June 7
8820.501 F 6/11 2-3:30pm
Fee: $24
Instructor: Karen Moore, TruffleSupplies.com
Learn step-by-step how to prepare delicious East Indian dishes including: dal
(lentil soup); matar paneer (vegetable dish); mishti dahi (sweet yogurt); chicken
haramasala and matar khema (ground beef dish). You will enjoy a delicious dinner
and have detailed recipes to take home. Class also includes an introduction
to Indian spices so students will learn to not depend solely on curry powder!
A $20 supply fee is payable at the first class. This class will fill, call the Senior
Center to reserve your place!
Fridays, 7/9-7/30 • 2-5pm
Instructor: Prem Varma
“Olive” us are going to the new “We
Olive” store right here in El Dorado Hills!
We will taste and learn about fresh, antioxidant
filled California olive oil. Sample a
wide assortment of plain and flavored oils
and balsamic vinegars, in addition to tasting
tapenades and marinated olives. Bulk
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is available. Bring in
a clean bottle to fill and take home your
oil for only $1/ounce. You’ll also receive
10% off any purchase while you are there.
Space is limited – call the Senior Center to
reserve a spot.
Wednesday, June 23 • 1-2pm
$5 supply fee payable to We Olive
Hosted by: We Olive (corner of Latrobe & White Rock Rds.)
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Enjoy a charter bus to scenic South Lake Tahoe to experience
the beautiful scenery and leave the driving to us! Bus departs
and returns from Raley’s parking lot (El Dorado Hills). Refunds
given only if trip is cancelled. A $20 voucher and $7 lunch
voucher to Harrah’s/Harveys is available to Players Card holders
only. If you need a card, we’ll get it for you!
Thursday, June 10 OR Sunday, July 18
9:15am-7pm (times are approximate)
Fee: $35
Call (916) 933-6624 to register
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