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JULY 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

*

The Senior Center will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.


*

Cool off with us on Wednesday, July 9 for our first Ice Cream Social of the summer! Details below.


* Front Desk Volunteers Needed – Interested in volunteering? Details below.
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This month's workshops include: Scenic Beach Painting with CARES, Staying Safe from Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Spread, Getting Beyond the Small Talk: Meaningful Conversations with Older Adults, and Bloom Where You Are - Pressed Flower Bookmarks.






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. 





Beach Painting with CARES


Scenic Beach Painting with CARES

"Thursday, July 3 at 1"" p.m."

Join us for a fun, step-by-step painting class where you will create beautiful scenic beach artwork. Open to all skill levels. Prior registration required due to limited space available. 55+ welcome.






Mosquitoes and the Diseases


Staying Safe from Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Spread

"Thursday, July 17 at ""1 p.m."

Join the Santa Clara Country Vector Control District to learn about the mosquito life cycle, common breeding areas in and around our homes, and practical steps you can take to protect yourself, your family, and your pets. We will cover prevention tips, and how to reduce mosquito activity in your neighborhood. 55+ welcome.






Meaningful Conversations with Older Adults


Getting Beyond the Small Talk: Meaningful Conversations with Older Adults

"Thursday, July 24 at ""1 p.m."

Join us to go over skills on how to have meaningful conversations to better understand and connect with aging parents or with adult children. Led by Laura Steuer, founder of Friendly Voices Phone Buddies for Seniors. 55+ welcome.






Pressed Flower Bookmarks


Bloom Where You Are - Pressed Flower Bookmarks

"Thursday, July 31 at ""1 p.m."

Join ArtSEE Expression for a calming, creative afternoon of crafting with nature. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll use real pressed flowers to create beautiful, personalized bookmarks you can treasure or gift. Relax, express yourself, and let your creativity bloom! Prior registration needed due to limited space available. 55+ Welcome.






SPECIAL EVENT





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Join us for a sweet treat! Perfect way to cool off with us this summer as we celebrate the start of our Ice Cream Social Series on Wednesday, July 9, while supplies last. 55+ welcome.






SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM





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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 $5 donation is suggested for permanent residents 60+ of Santa Clara County.*

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






JULY 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.*





Gladiator 2

Gladiator 2
"July 1 & 2"

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.

"Genre: Action/Adventure/Drama
""Starring: Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal
""Rated: R
""Running Time: 2 Hours 28 Minutes"




air 2

Air
"July 8, 9 & 11 "

From award-winning director Ben Affleck, AIR reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand. This moving story follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.

"Genre: Basketball/Docudrama"
"Starring: Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck"
"Rated: R"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 51 Minutes"






Tenet

Tenet
"July 15, 16, 18"

A heavy metal drummer's life is turned upside down when he begins to lose his hearing, and he must confront a future filled with silence.

"Genre: Drama"
"Starring: Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci"
"Rated: R"
"Running Time: 2 Hours "




Suncoast

*Suncoast
"July 22, 23 & 25"*

Inspired by Chinn’s life experience from the early 2000s, follows a teenager (Nico Parker) living with her strong-willed mother (Laura Linney), who must take her brother to live at a specialized facility. There, she strikes up an unlikely friendship with an eccentric activist (Woody Harrelson) amidst protests surrounding one of the most landmark medical cases of all time

"Genre: Coming of Age/Drama"
"Starring: Nico Parker, Laura Linney, Woody Harrelson"
"Rated: R"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes"






Gran Turismo


*Gran Turismo
"July 29, 30 & Aug. 1"*

The true story of a team of unlikely underdogs – a working – class gamer, a former race-car driver, and an idealistic motorsport executive – who risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world.

"Genre: Motorsport/Adventure/Drama"
"Starring: David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 2 Hours 14 Minutes"






VOLUNTEERS NEEDED





Naomi Volunteer





The Mountain View Senior Center is looking for Front Desk volunteers for weekday mornings and afternoons! Front Desk volunteers help answering phone calls, booking appointments, and greeting visitors. For further information, visit the opportunity page online [ https://cerv.is/0068x135 ] or email senior.center@mountainview.gov. 






PHOTO of the MONTH





summer dance 2025

Our Summer Dance brought out plenty of smiling faces and dancing shoes!
Photo by MVG






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/ ].






AARP-Driver-Safety

Initial and Refresher Driver Safety Courses are offered periodically throughout the year at the Mountain View Senior Center. Cost: $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-AARP members. Please pay on first day of course by check or cash only. Check is preferred. Credit cards are not accepted.

Initial class is (2) 4-hour classes to be held on Tuesday, Sept. 30 and Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 4 - 8 p.m.



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 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. in the Counseling Room, 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 July 2025 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/06/16/file_attachments/3294671/July%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. 

July's book selection will be "Disability Visability" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/05/12/file_attachments/3258439/disability-visibility%20Alice%20Wong.jpg ] by Alice Wong. August's selection is "Under The Udala Trees" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/06/18/file_attachments/3297250/Under%20The%20Udala%20Trees%20%20Chineto%20Okparanta.jpg ] by Chineto Okparanta.






necomers july 2025 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2025/06/16/file_attachments/3294655/July%20Newcomer ]

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 Meetings:

Special Meeting: July 16
Regular Meeting: September 17.











*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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