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*Senior Center Activities April 2025*






Unique Boutique Spring Craft Fair
Senior Center Unique Boutique Craft Fair

Find one-of-a-kind treasures at the Unique Boutique Craft Fair! Bring your own bag and browse quality, hand-crafted gifts like home décor, baby items, jewelry, and quilts. Cash, check and credit card accepted. For more information please call 408-730-7360.


* *Dates: *Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26
* *Time: *9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* *Location: *Senior Center, Orchard Pavilion
* *Free Admission*

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Join the Knitting and Crochet Club
knitting and crochet club

Join us for fun, relaxation, and great conversation as we come together to share our love of knitting and crochet. Bring your own project and supplies. Project help is available.


* *Dates: *Tuesdays 
* *Time:* 1 to 3 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Sequoia Room
* *Ages:* 50+ 
* *Fees: *Free

*Drop-in, no registration necessary*

For more information, call 408-730-7360

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Music, Karaoke and Hors D’oeuvres

karaoke music singing

Join us for an early evening of singing, socializing and meeting new friends. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks while you show off your singing talents or simply relax and enjoy the music, observers welcome. It’s sure to be a great time!


* *Date: *Wednesday, April 16
* *Time: *4 to 5:30 p.m.
* *Where: *Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Ages: *50+
* *Fee: *$10 SC Member / $12 Nonmember

Register at the Senior Center or by calling 408-730-7360. 

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Caregiver Support Group

Caregiver Support Group

Most of us find ourselves experiencing the role of caring for a loved one. This 6-week
class offers an opportunity to explore issues facing caregivers today. Topics include:
ways to maintain our own mental, physical, and emotional health, helping our loved
ones the best we can, and how to ask for help and find resources.


* *Dates: *Tuesdays through April 29
* *Time:* 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
* *Instructor: *Vivian Silva, Masters in Social Work, Care Manager
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Ages:* 50+ (*Not intended for Professional Caregiver Agency Employees)
* *Fees: *Free

*Drop-in, no registration necessary*

For more information, call 408-730-7360

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AARP Smart Driver Course

aarp smart driver course

The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Additionally, you'll learn: important facts about the effects of medication on driving, reduce driver distractions. safety features and new technology found in cars today, as well as age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate.


* *Date:* Thursdays, May 15 & 22 (must attend both dates)
* *Time:* 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Fees:* $20 AARP Member / $25 Nonmember (must pay by check, payable to AARP)

Register in person with payment (check only) at the Senior Center. 

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Monthly Movie

monthly movie

Be sure to stop by the Senior Center to check out our next Monthly Movie! Find the title of the movie near the Senior Center flyer rack, across from the Front Desk. 


* *Date: *Monday, April 14
* *Time:* 1 p.m.
* *Location:* Sunnyvale Theatre 

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Day Trips: Departing Soon!
upcoming day trips march

Sign up now to reserve your spot, limited spaces remain. 


* Saturday, April 26 - Dear San Francisco at Club Fugazi [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/03/06/file_attachments/3185867/Dear%20SFO%20v.2.pdf ] SOLD OUT
* Tuesday, April 29 - Keeping it Local: Sunnyvale Heritage Museum [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/03/06/file_attachments/3185863/2025%20Keeping%20it%20Local%20Heritage%20Museum.pdf ]

Call 408-730-7360 for more information or to sign up. 

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Day Trips: May and Beyond
jelly belly

In addition to the day trips offered above, we're excited to offer the following trips in the upcoming months. Limited space available, register now to save your spot. 


* *Tuesday, May 13 - Jelly Belly Factory & Il Fiorello [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/04/03/file_attachments/3218845/Day%20Trip%202025-May-JellyBe.pdf ]* 
* Register by April 25

* *Wednesday, June 4 - A Beautiful Noise [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/04/03/file_attachments/3218861/Day%20Trip%202025-June-A%20Beautiful%20Noise.pdf ]*
* Register by April 17

For more information or to register, come by the Senior Center or call 408-730-7360.

Daytrips are non-refundable. 

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NEW Beginning Guitar Instruction
guitar instruction class

This eight-week course introduces the guitar, fundamental playing technique and the seven major chords. At the end of the course, the student establishes a basic understanding of the instrument and is introduced to the foundational skills to play simple songs. *Please bring your own instrument (guitar is not provided). *


* *Date: *Thursdays, April 3 through May 22
* *Time:* 9 to 10 a.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Willow Room
* *Age: *50+
* *Fees: *$80 Res / $100 Nonres

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

*Register Online* [ https://registration.sunnyvale.ca.gov/webtrac/web/splash.html ]


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Senior Center City Café

*Click menu image to enlarge*

lunch menu [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/04/03/file_attachments/3218824/April%202025.png ]

The Senior Center lunch program offers lunch meals, Monday through Friday, by reservation only. Make your reservation one day in advance or the same day before 9:30 a.m. by calling 408-730-7371.

* Dine-In encouraged. *


* *Fees: *
* Daily Lunch $6
* 5-Meal Card $25

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Community Awards - Nominate Today

Do you know a Sunnyvale resident who has made a lasting impact in our community? If so, we invite you to nominate your standout resident for a 2025 Community Award.

If your nomination is selected, they will be recognized with an award and a photo opportunity with the mayor at our annual State of the City event.  

Award categories are: 


* Distinguished Resident of the Year
* Educator of the Year 
* High School Student of the Year  
* Businessperson/Business of the Year 
* Contribution to the Arts 
* Environmental Achievement 
* Community Volunteer of the Year 

Please take five minutes to nominate a deserving person for a Community Award [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/your-government/about/about-sunnyvale/community-awards ] today.  

Deadline for nominations is June 1, 2025. 

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Jazzercise at Ponderosa Park
Group of Jazzercise participants
Come shake and shimmy with friends!

Start the new year right! Never tried Jazzercise before? Contact Nisa for a trial pass.


* *Dates:*
* M/W/F: 4:30 p.m.
* T/Th: 5:15 p.m.
* W: 9 a.m.
* Sat: 8 a.m.

* *Fees: *Varies, email Nisa Leone <nisaleone@sbcglobal.net> for more information or call 408-505-2048
* *Location: *Ponderosa Park Building, 811 Henderson Ave. 

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Positively Social
Positively Social

We welcome you to participate in positive, friendly, and respectful group discussions. Our purpose is to connect participants with similar interests that want to engage in a variety of fun activities and minimize social isolation.

Stay after class to socialize and meet new people.


* *Date:* Tuesdays
* *Time:* 1 to 2 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Cost:* Free

No registration needed, call 408-730-7360 for more information. 






Quick Links

Classes and Activities Registration [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/recreation-and-community/classes-and-activities ]

Activity Appointments and Passes [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/recreation-and-community/classes-and-activities/activity-appointments-and-passes ]

Sunnyvale Senior Center [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/recreation-and-community/community-centers/senior-center ]




City Special Events [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/recreation-and-community/special-events ]

Volunteer at the Senior Center [ https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/your-government/get-involved/volunteer ]

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*Contact Us*

Sunnyvale Senior Center
Email Sunnyvale Senior Center <seniorcenter@sunnyvale.ca.gov>
408-730-7360
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