Joslyn Adult Center - Where Seniors have Fun! Joslyn Adult Center, 210 North Chapel Avenue, is where everything "senior" happens in Alhambra--hot lunches every weekday, seminars to enhance your health and pocketbook, clubs, dance groups, classes, senior outings, and much more. If you're not visiting Joslyn  regularly (like every day!), you're definitely missing out on some of the fun.

Regularly Scheduled Senior Activities

SPECIAL EVENT ACTIVITIES

May 2008 - "OLDER AMERICANS' MONTH"

• Friday, May 16 - Descanso Gardens in La Canada - 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Wander through 160 acres of gardens and woodlands. Have lunch (on your own) in the cafe, or enjoy your packed lunch in the picnic area in the gardens. $18 fee includes garden admission and tram ride. For reservations, call weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (626) 570-5056.
   
• Friday, May 23 - "Adaptive Devices to Help Your Vision & Maintain a Quality of Life" Seminar - 10 a.m. Led by Dr. Karen Chao of Total Vision Care. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    
• Wednesday, May 28 - Santa Monica Beach and Third Street - 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Experience the many sights and sounds, tastes, etc. that this beautiful beach city has to offer. Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats, and sun glasses are highly recommended. Lunch is on your own, but your culinary choices are practically unlimited. Fee: $10. For reservations, call weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (626) 570-5056.
   
• Friday, May 30 - "Healthy Eating" Seminar - Led by Tina Yang - 10 a.m. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

June 2008

• Monday, June 2 - "Q & A About Health Insurance" - 10 a.m. Presented by Farmer's Insurance. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Tuesday, June 3 - Registration Day - for July Senior Outings to Seal Beach & Venice Beach
   
• Wednesday, June 4 - "Happy Birthday" Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. Birthday celebrants not only receive a token gift, but also glow in the attention of all in attendance as they enjoy their own special day. Co-sponsored by Health Net. Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
   
• Monday, June 9 - "Lifeline Services" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by the American Red Cross. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Wednesday, June 11 - Hermosa Beach Senior Outing - 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Shop in quaint shops, lunch (on your own) at one of the local eateries, and lots of free time to slather on the sun screen and don the sun hat and sun glasses as you roam through this attractive beach community. For reservations and/or for more information, call (626) 570-5056.
   
• Friday, June 13 - "Father's Day" Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. This is the day we celebrate fatherhood, and all men in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a special prize appropriate for fathers. Sponsor: Citizen's Choice Health Plan. Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
   
• Tuesday, June 17 - "Food Safety" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by the L.A. Dept. of Health Services. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Thursday, June 19 - "Understanding Behaviors" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by the USC Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Friday, June 20 - Summer (Luau) Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. Wear your sunglasses and you'll be entered in a drawing for a special summer prize. Co-sponsored by Huntington Home Care and Ralph's. Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
      
• Tuesday, June 24 - "Make Them Laugh" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by Health Care Partners. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Thursday, June 26 - Newport Beach and Balboa Island Senior Outing - 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Shop in quaint shops, lunch (on your own) at one of the local eateries, and lots of free time to slather on the sun screen and don the sun hat and sun glasses as you roam through this attractive beach community. Also ride the ferry to Balboa Island (on your own, but the cost is a mere $1). For reservations and/or for more information, call (626) 570-5056.
   
• Friday, June 27 - "Healthy Lifestyles" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by Tina Yang OTD/ORR/I. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
   
• Monday, June 30 - "Blood Pressure & Body Fat Analysis" - 10 a.m. - Presented by Central Health Medical Plan. To register and/or for  more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

July 2008

• Wednesday, July 16 - Seal Beach Senior Outing - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. You may not seal any seals at Seal Beach, but you will certainly experience cool summer breezes and the warmth of the sun! You can also people watch on the pier and visit (and shop) at numerous boutiques. Lunch is "on your own" at the cafe of your choice. Outing Fee: $10. For reservations and/or for more information, call (626) 570-5056.
   
• Friday, July 25 - Venice Beach Senior Outing - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. It's not Venice, Italy, but is is our own version of that famous resort (minus St. Marks). Wile away the hours browsing through this interesting community. Lunch is "on your own" at the cafe of your choice. Outing Fee: $10. For reservations and/or for more information, call (626) 570-5056.
  

Seminars: Registration is required for all listed educational health seminars and clinics. Seminars and clinics are conducted free of charge unless stated otherwise and are held at the Joslyn Center. For more information, call (626) 570-5056, during weekday business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 
Luncheon Celebrations: Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
 
NOTE: If you have a physical disability and require special assistance on one of the senior outings, please notify staff at the time of registration to assure that you can be accommodated.