Regularly Scheduled Senior Activities            /           Winter/Spring 2010 Leisure Activities Guide!

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

February 2010 

• Thursday, February 18 - "Managing Trusts Pre & Post-Death" Seminar - 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Part of a serires  seminars on "Managing Elder Care, Trusts &  Medi-Cal" by Elder law Attorney Carlos A. Arcos. Free, but please call (626) 570-5056, weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., to reserve your seat.
   
• Monday, February 22 - "Stroke Screening - Ultrasound of the Carotid Artery" - 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Provided by MD Health Care Plan. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
     
• Wednesday, February 24 - San Manuel Casino Senior Outing - 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. There will be plenty of time to check out the slots, play a bit of poker, take your chance at 21, and have lunch (on your own).  Join the Serrano Club and receive $30 of free play with your Serrano Club card (click here to apply, at least 24 hours in advance, and your card will be available on arrival.  Bring ID – state ID, Driver’s License, Military ID, or passport). Fee: $20. For additional information, call (626) 570-3242.
   
• Friday, February 26 - "Medicare Explained" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by Secure Horizons. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

March 2010

• Tuesday, March 2 - Register for Orange Empire Train Tour & Lunch Senior Outing (Tuesday, April 13: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) 
   
• Tuesday, March 2 - "Vision Requirements for Driving" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by Dr. Karen Chao, Total Vision Development Center.  For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Wednesday, March 3 - March Happy Birthday Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. March birthday celebrants who attend the luncheon will receive a token gift. Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
   
• Friday, March 5 - "Reverse Mortgage" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by PMAC Lending Services. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Monday, March 8 - Last Day to Register to Participate in St. Patrick's Day Craft (to be held March 15). Fee: $2
   
• Monday, March 8 - "You and Your Credit Score" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by the Society for Financial Awareness. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Tuesday, March 9 - "Osteoporosis & Bone Density Screening - 9:30 a.m. Conducted by InterValley Health Plan. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Friday, March 12 - "Seniors Against Investment Fraud" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by a representative of Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Monday, March 15 - St Patrick's Day Craft - 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Get into the spirit(s) of St. Patrick's day by creating a special craft. Participants must have registered by Monday, March 8. Fee: $2. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Wednesday, March 17 - St. Patrick's Day Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. Enjoy traditional Irish food, music and green, non-alcoholic beer. Co-sponsored by Secure Horizons and Ace Beverages. Registration is required at least two days in advance by calling (626) 458-4455, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
   
• Friday, March 19 - "Convalescent Care Medi-Cal and Medicare" Seminar - 7 p.m. Presented by Elder Law Attorney Carlos A. Arcos as part of a "Managing Elder Care, Trusts & Medi-Cal" series. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. For additional information/reservations, call (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Monday, March 22 - Spring Luncheon Celebration - 11 a.m. Spring has sprung, er, arrived, and the celebration begins at Joslyn. Co-sponsored by Emeritus. 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, March 23 - Ralph's "Health Challenge & Scavenger Hunt" - 12:30 p.m. Presented by Ralph's Pharmacy & Trip Factor. Space is limited to 15 participants; advance registration is required by calling (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Wednesday, March 24 - Plaza Square in Old Town Orange Senior Outing - 9 a.m.-4 p.m. If you like shopping at antique stores, eclectic gift shops and galleries, and eating (on your own) at a quaint eatery, don't miss this outing - there are over 100 shops and restaurants to peak your interest. Fee: $15. Registration for this outing took place in February, so interested participants should call (626) 570-5056 to determine if space is still available.
   
• Friday, March 26 - "Medicare Supplement" Seminar - 10 a.m. Presented by Secure Horizons. Advance registration is required by calling (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Monday, March 29 - "Dawn's Light: The Journey of Gordon Hirabaysi" - 1 p.m. Southern California Edison will sponsor this play by Jeanne Sakata and performed by the East West Players Theater. Advance registration is required by calling (626) 570-5056, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
   
• Monday, March 29 - Last Day to Register to Participate in the "Spring Craft" Event being held on Monday, April 5. Fee: $2.
   

April 2010

• April 6 - Register for Oxnard Heritage Square Senior Outing on Wednesday, May 26
   
• April 13 - Orange Empire Train Tour & Lunch Senior Outing - 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  Outing will include rides on two trolleys and one train AND a tour of the museum and grounds. Bring your own picnic lunch, or, for $6 (cash) you can enjoy a sandwich from Subway with chips, a cookie and a drink. Fee: $15. For additional information, call (626) 570-5056.

May 2010

• May 4 - Register for Huntington Beach Senior Outing on Friday, June 11
   
• May 26 - Oxnard Heritage Square Senior Outing (Register on April 6). The tour in the century-old square, led by a period-dressed guide, includes 11 homes, a church, a water tower, pump house and storehouse. Following the tour there is time to explore downtown Oxnard and have lunch (on your own). Fee: $15.

June 2010

• June 11 - Huntington Beach Senior Outing (Register on May 4)
   
• June 23 -Santa Monica Beach Senior Outing (Register on May 4)

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.