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*Senior Center Activities August 2025*






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Don't Miss Out - Senior Center Summer BBQ

Cool off Hawaiian style and enjoy a summer evening of food, fun and music with the Top Shelf Big Band.


* *Date: *Thursday, Aug. 14
* *Time:* 5 to 6:30 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Orchard Pavillion
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Fee:  *$15 *(Purchase your tickets by Wednesday, Aug. 6)*

Tickets can be purchased in person, by phone or online. Limited availability. For more information, call 408-730-7360.

Tickets are nonrefundable.

*Buy Tickets for Summer Hawaiian BBQ* [ https://registration.sunnyvale.ca.gov/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&_csrf_token=jb6B175X1H722G4A334V2E3F5K4H6J4Z056M4L5T6B095P61566K1A4M4C6G527373456I4C1C734O6K660E5O4Y6E511G6S4R4T4Y6C6S606J52705W4F464T1A6Y4J6M ]


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AARP Drivers Refresher Course

This refresher course is designed to help drivers 50 and up. Refresh driver skills and learn valuable defensive driving techniques. Register in advance. Space is limited. Register at the Senior Center Front Desk. (Payment by check only.)


* *Location: *Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Cost:* $20 AARP members; $25 non-AARP members 
* *Upcoming Course*: Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Ballroom Social Dance - Returns to Wednesdays Aug. 13



*Returns to Wednesdays, Aug. 15. *Get on the dance floor and move to the music in a safe and supportive atmosphere. It's recommended to wear leather-soled shoes that will stay firmly on the feet.  Participants are encouraged to bring a partner.


* *Dates:* Fridays through Aug. 8 - *Returns to Wednesdays, Aug. 13*
* *Time:* 1 to 3:30 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Orchard Pavilion
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Instructor*: Rotation DJs
* *Fee:* Free Member / $3 Nonmember 

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Ballroom Dance Instruction - New Hours

Ballroom

Learn the Hustle in August. Get on the dance floor and move to the music in a safe and supportive atmosphere. No registration required. Space is limited. First come, first served.


* *Dates:* Tuesdays 
* *Time:* 2:30 to 4 p.m., Aug. 5 - *Returns to 1:30 to 3 p.m. Aug. 12*
* *Location:* Senior Center, Orchard Pavilion
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Instructor*: Virginia and Andy Jian
* *Fee:* $2 SCC Member / $3 Nonmember

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Table Tennis - Location Change Aug. 18



Non-instructional, recreational table tennis for all levels. Up to six tables are available. Single and double players are welcome. Rotation of players occurs during the session if busy. Bring your own paddle and wear tennis shoes. The rules of the International Table Tennis Federation govern all play.


* *Dates: *Monday to Friday *(June 9 through Aug. 15 at Lakewood Park Building)*
* *Time:* 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
* *Location:* *Returns to Murphy Park Building Aug. 18*
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Fees: *$20 yearly pass for Senior Center members
* Or $5 daily pass SC Member / $6 daily pass SC Nonmember
* All drop-in participants must stop by the Sunnyvale Senior Center to pay drop-in fee before attending.

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Hearts and Hues: Painting Workshop



Join us this summer for weekly hands-on art projects. No experience needed, and all materials provided. *Space is limited to 12 participants.*


* *Dates: *Wednesday
* Aug. 6 "(Painting & Ink Drawing)"
* Aug. 13 "(Painting a Bird from a Photograph)"

* *Time:* 1:15 to 2:45 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Fee: *Free 

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Coloring Fun Workshop



Coloring is a great way to stay engaged, stimulate the mind, and relax. Join us for a fun and friendly coloring workshop. Come with a friend or meet new people while you create. Light refreshments provided. No registration necessary.


* *Date: *Thursdays in August (no class on Aug. 31)
* *Time:* 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Ages:* 50 and up

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Ice Cream Bar Social



Join us for another sweet afternoon enjoying tasty treats, great company and lots of smiles! A variety of ice cream will be served. Whether you like chocolate, nutty or fruity, there’s something for everyone. No registration necessary, but space is limited.


* *Date: *Wednesday, Aug. 20
* *Time:* 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
* *Location:* Senior Center, Oak Lounge
* *Ages:* 50 and up

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Caregiver Support Group



Most of us find ourselves experiencing the role of caring for a loved one. This 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.

This is a drop-in class, no registration necessary.

Not intended for Professional Caregiver Agency Employees.


* *Date: *Tuesdays
* *Time:* 10:30 to noon
* *Location:* Senior Center, Laurel Room
* *Instructor:* Vivian Silva, MSW/Care Manager

For more information, call 408-730-7360.

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Help Select Sunnyvale’s Public Art



The Public Art Program is looking for jurors to help select the artists and artworks for upcoming projects. Juror responsibilities include:


*  Reviewing artist applications
*  Meeting to select semi-finalists for Council’s consideration

The commitment for each project is 3 to10 hours.

*Apply for Juror Pool* [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1KNEHp_wqfwUZMmGDUAKdMm9q92p5verLv9WQewrcvpA/viewform?edit_requested=true ]


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Age-Friendly Sunnyvale Action Plan



Join the Age-Friendly Action Plan staff advisory committee and help staff identify goals for the upcoming 2025-2028 Age-Friendly Action Plan [ https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.sunnyvale.ca.gov%2Fhome%2Fshowpublisheddocument%2F1094%2F637865859456230000/2/0101019731400c97-3cbc9364-df7b-40f6-96b6-2e0e26f60e3e-000000/nbCUltFeCH3yD2n0827N9262R8G47e0tEJ0fapZAYFA=407 ]. 

Every three years the City of Sunnyvale revises its short-term goals to continue becoming a more age-friendly city. Committee members will meet two to three times to establish goals, followed by semi-annual progress meetings. Meeting dates are to be determined. Application deadline is ongoing, and vacancies are filled as needed. 

For more information or to apply, call 408-730-7378 or email the Senior Center. <seniorcenter@sunnyvale.ca.gov>

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Day Trip - September



*Les Miserables Day Trip Details [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/07/11/file_attachments/3321875/Les%20Miserables%20092525.pdf ]*

Join us for Les Miserables at the Orpheum Theater. Follow the story of Jean Valjean and his compelling fight for mercy over justice, love and family in turbulent 19th century France. This theatrical portrayal of the French Revolution has been a fan favorite for over forty years.


* *Date:* Thursday, Sept. 25
* *Time:* 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Cost:* $110 Resident / $138 Nonresident
* *Trip #:* IE7XDC.IA
* *Deadline to Register: *Aug. 14

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

Daytrips are nonrefundable. 

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Day Trip - October



*Fleet Week Air Show Cruise on Red and White Fleet [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/07/18/file_attachments/3328459/Fleet%20Week%20Red%20&%20White%20Fleet.pdf ]*

Take a fun 2 to 3 hour boat ride to see the Blue Angels and the San Francisco skyline. You'll get two drink tickets and light snacks during the cruise. The lower deck is wheelchair accessible. To reach the upper decks, you’ll need to use stairs. Before boarding, enjoy some free time at Fisherman’s Wharf.


* *Date:* Friday, Oct. 10
* *Time:* 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
* *Ages:* 50 and up
* *Cost:* $158 Resident / $198 Nonresident
* *Trip #:* IE7XDC.JA
* *Deadline to Register: *Sept. 5

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

Daytrips are nonrefundable.

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Senior Center City Café

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August Menu [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CASUNNYVALE/2025/07/23/file_attachments/3332137/August%20Menu%202025.jpg ]

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.

*Meet a neighbor. Dine-in encouraged. *


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





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*Contact Us*

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