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2025 June Senior Center Monthly Newsletter

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JUNE 2025





Senior Center



*Address
*266 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040

*Contact Us
*Phone: 650-903-6330
Email: senior.center@mountainview.gov
Website: MountainView.gov/Seniors [ http://www.mountainview.gov/seniors ]

*Hours*
Monday - Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.






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New & Now

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The Senior Center will be closed on Thursday, June 19 for Juneteenth, except for the Senior Nutrition Program, which will serve lunch from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


*

Get ready to dance! Join us for the Summer Dance on Wednesday, June 25, from 4 – 6 p.m. More details below.


* New Mahjong Club starts June 3! Join us on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. See details below.
* Looking for a new class or club this summer? Explore all our offerings in the 2025 Summer Class Guide [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/classes ].
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This month's workshops include: Hearing Loss in Seniors, Age Well with California Highway Patrol, and Wellness for Older Adults. 






WORKSHOPS





Please sign up for workshops in advance by sending an email to senior.center@mountainview.gov, calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. This will allow us to contact you if there is a program change. All workshops will be help in the Social Hall unless stated otherwise. 





Hearing Loss in Seniors


Hearing Loss in Seniors

"Thursday, June 5 at 1"" p.m."

Hearing loss is a common concern among seniors. Join Dr. Ken Peters for practical advice on how to improve your hearing, with a focus on communication strategies, hearing aids, and assistive listening devices.






Age Well with CHP 


Age Well with California Highway Patrol

"Thursday, June 12 at ""1 p.m."

California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) "Age Well, Drive Smart "senior driver education class was developed to assist senior drivers, 65 years of age and older, to continue to drive safely. This is a *FREE *class taught by a CHP Officer and co-taught by a CHP Senior Volunteer. The curriculum addresses such topics as aging and its effects on safe driving, maintaining good physical health, self-assessment, and more.






Wellness Workshop: Older Adults


Wellness for Older Adults

"Thursday, June 26 at ""1 p.m."

As we age, maintaining wellness becomes even more important for a vibrant and fulfilling life. Join Santa Clara County’s Prevention Services Division and learn how taking small steps toward overall health can have a big impact on your well-being.






SPECIAL EVENT





Summer Dance '25 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/14/file_attachments/3261049/Summer%20Dance%202025.pdf ]




Summer Dance
"Wednesday, June 25 "
"4 - 6 p.m."





Join us for a lively afternoon of music, dancing, and mingling. Our summer dance is the perfect way to celebrate the new season in style. DJ and light refreshments will be provided. 55+ welcome.






SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM





2025 June Lunch Menu 2 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/23/file_attachments/3271126/LUNCH%20MENU%20JUNE%202025.pdf ]




Indoor Dining

The Community Services Agency’s Senior Nutrition Program offers dine-in meals in the Social Hall of the Mountain View Senior Center. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., sign-in starts at 11 a.m., and lunch is served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Social Hall closes at 1 p.m. A $3 donation is suggested for permanent residents 60+ of Santa Clara County.

*Lunch service is first come, first served and availability is not guaranteed.*






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Drop in and enjoy friendly games at our new Mahjong Club on Tuesdays in Multi-purpose Room B from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — no instruction provided, just relaxed play with others who enjoy the game. All skill levels are welcome - tiles and tables provided.






JUNE MOVIES





Now Showing Sign




*Movies are shown on Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Join us for a screening *in Multipurpose Room B.

Please note: Seating is limited to 36, and spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. When available, captions are provided.

*Also, remember to dress warmly or bring a lap blanket, as the room tends to be on the cooler side.*





The Greatest Beer Run Ever

The Greatest Beer Run Ever
"June 3, 4 & 6"

To show support for his neighborhood friends serving in Vietnam, Chickie Donohue (Zac Efron) decides to do something totally outrages: travel to the frontline by himself to bring the soldiers a little piece of home – their favorite can of American beer. However, what started as a well-meaning journey quickly turns into the adventure of a lifetime as Chickie confronts the reality of this controversial war and his reunions with his childhood buddies thrust him into the complexities and responsibilities of adulthood. Based on the incredible true story, “The Greatest Beer Run Ever” is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale about friendship, loyalty and sacrifice. 

"Genre: Adventure/War"
"Starring: Zac Efron, Russell Crowe, Jake Picking"
"Rated: R"
"Running Time: 2 Hours 6 Minutes"




Last Breath

Last Breath
"June 10, 11 & 13 "

The true story of seasoned deep-sea divers who bathe the raging elements to rescue a crewmate who’s trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface.

"Genre: Sea Adventure/Thriller"
"Starring: Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, Finn Cole"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 33 Minutes"






Pangolin: Kulu's Journey

Pangolin: Kulu's Journey
"June 17, 18 & 20"

Rescued from poachers, an endangered baby pangolin embarks on a journey back to the wild with help from a devote human guardian in this documentary.

"Genre: Documentary"
"Director: Pippa Ehrlich (Academy Award Winning)"
"Rated: PG"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 28 Minutes"




Nonnas

*Nonnas*
"*June 24, 25 & 27*"

After losing his beloved mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with actual nonnas – grandmothers, as the chefs.

"Genre: Comedy"
"Starring: Vince Vaughn, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire"
"Rated: PG"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 54 Minutes"






COMMUNITY EVENT





Concerts on the Plaza 2025 - 1 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/27/file_attachments/3272706/Concerts%20On%20The%20Plaza%202025.pdf ]



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Get ready for an epic summer! *Concerts on the Plaza* is back in 2025, bringing you EIGHTEEN unforgettable live shows! *Every Friday night from June to September*, *from 6 - 7:30 p.m., *Downtown Mountain View will pulse with energy as top music acts take the stage, filling the air with incredible sounds. Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow music lovers for nights packed with fun, food, and dancing. Mark your calendars—this is where the summer memories will be made!






PHOTO of the MONTH





painting club May 2025





A few of our patrons enjoying our drop-in Painting Club on Wednesday mornings.
Photo by DS






SOCIAL SERVICES





Please sign up for Social Services in advance by <senior.center@mountainview.gov>calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. 





SALA

Senior Adult Legal Assistance (SALA) offers free legal services at the Senior Center on the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. for Santa Clara County residents aged 60 or older. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. 




SECOND HARVEST

Free Grocery pick-up is the first through fourth Tuesday of each month, 8:30 - 10 a.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit the Front Desk or stop by during program hours. Operated by the Second Harvest Food Bank [ http://www.shfb.org/ ].






BP screening

Free blood pressure screenings are offered by a volunteer registered nurse June 13 and 27 from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Multi-purpose Room A. No registration required. 




HICAP new

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) appointments are available at the Senior Center on the second Tuesday of each month from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. A volunteer counselor can assist with your health care options and rights. Pre-registration required, and space is limited. 






apple assistance 2024

Having trouble with your iPad or iPhone? Schedule a 30 minute appointment with a volunteer, available Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Lobby, to get your questions answered. Pre-registration is required. 




AARP TAX PREP

Post season tax assistance with certified volunteers available on the second Wednesday of the month at 9 and 10 a.m. Volunteers offer free e-filing and assistance for low to medium income taxpayers. Pre-registration required.






STAY CONNECTED





puzzle swap june 2025 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/14/file_attachments/3261081/June%20Puzzle%20Swap.pdf ]

Variety is the spice of life! Join us on the second Tuesday of each month in the Lobby between 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Bring a puzzle(s) and swap with ours at no charge. No prior registration needed.




book club

The Book Club meets the second Thursday of the month from 2 – 3 p.m. in the Meeting Room. 

June's book selection is "Dubious Battle" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/04/25/file_attachments/3241654/Dubious%20Battle%20by%20John%20Steinbeck.jpg ] by John Steinbeck. July will be "Disability Visability" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/12/file_attachments/3258439/disability-visibility%20Alice%20Wong.jpg ]by Alice Wong. 






newcomers tour june 2025 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/14/file_attachments/3261084/June ]

A welcome tour of the Senior Center is held on the third Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Lobby. During the tour, Staff will provide an overview of classes, upcoming events, social services, and more.




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Stop by the Front Desk and explore our DVD library of 850+ movies and enjoy them for up to a week. DVD's are checked out and returned at the Front Desk.






SAC


The Senior Advisory Committee (SAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month in June, Sept., and Dec. at 4:15 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the MVSC. 

Upcoming Meeting: June 18











*SENIOR CENTER* [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center ]



*NUTRITION PROGRAM [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/nutrition-program ]*



*SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDES [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/senior-resource-guide ]*



*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/volunteer-opportunities ]*



*CLASS GUIDES [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/classes ]*



*SENIOR CENTER RENTAL [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/recreation/senior-center/senior-center-rental ]*












REACH OUT TO US





Alejandra Hernandez <Alejandra.Hernandez@mountainview.gov> – Senior Recreation Coordinator

Marisol Villa Garcia <Marisol.VillaGarcia@mountainview.gov> - Interim Recreation Coordinator

Roy Day <roy.day@mountainview.gov> – Administrative Assistant

Mitchell Roman <mitchell.roman@mountainview.gov> – Recreation Leader II








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