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2024 October Senior Center Monthly Newsletter

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OCTOBER 2024





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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Be certain to look at our Special Events section below which includes a Fright Flick and our annual Halloween candy guessing jar.


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This month's workshops include: Life vs. Stuff: A Downsizing Seminar, Nutrition and Bone Health: What You Should Know, Grief and the Holidays, Rental Protection, Fire Prevention, and Building Your Digital Literacy.






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Please sign up for workshops in advance by sending an email to senior.center@mountainview.gov,  <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.





A Downsizing
Life vs. Stuff: A Downsizing Seminar

"Thursday, Oct. 3"
"Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join Nelly Cotto, Regional Sales Director for WellRive, as she explores why we hold onto things, how to tackle the challenges, and offers practical downsizing tips. Nelly brings with her over two years of experience in assisting seniors with floor plans, packing, and preparing homes for sale, ensuring a smoother transition into their next stage of life.







Nutrition and Bone Health
Nutrition and Bone Health: What You Should Know

"Thursday, Oct. 10
Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join gerontologist Sally Duplantier to learn the critical role of nutrition in preventing and treating osteoporosis. Beyond calcium, discover the variety of dietary components key to good bone health. Learn how to get these nutrients from plant sources (not just dairy) and the latest scientific research about calcium supplements. Walk away with 1-2 practical dietary tips to keep your bones healthy and strong as you age.







Grief and the Holidays
Grief and the Holidays

"Thursday, Oct. 17
Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join Sutter Health as we discuss the stages of grief and" learn holiday grief survival skills". This session provides a safe space to share, reflect, and explore ways to navigate the unique challenges that the holiday season can bring after loss.







Rental Protection
Rental Protection

"Thursday, Oct. 24
Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join Staff from the City of Mountain View Rental Stabilization Program for a discussion about the rental and evictions protections in the City for tenants. Staff will also share information on who to contact to learn about affordable and below market rate housing opportunities.







Fire Prevention
Fire Prevention

"Monday, Oct. 28
Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join us for a Fire Prevention Workshop hosted by Fire Inspectors with the Mountain View Fire Department! Learn essential tips on protecting your home, including kitchen fire safety, using a fire extinguisher and smoke alarms, planning your escape, holiday safety, and home safety. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain life-saving knowledge from experts in your community.







Digital Literacy
Building Your Digital Literacy

"Thursday, Oct. 31
Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Presented by Sacred Heart students, this workshop will help equip seniors with the fundamental knowledge and skills to navigate the digital world. By the end of this course, participants will feel confident navigating computers, using the internet, sending and receiving emails, avoiding scams and creating documents with word processing tools. We’re here to help you stay connected with loved ones and stay safe online!







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Halloween Guessing Jar

Stop by the Senior Center Front Desk between Oct. 1 and 30 to take a guess at how many candies are in the Halloween jar. The patron with the closest guess wins! Winner will be announced on Halloween at the beginning of the Senior Nutrition Program lunch service.






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 Fright Flick: A Quiet Place
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Multi B, 10 a.m.

A family struggles for survival in a world invaded by alien creatures with ultra-sensitive hearing.

"Genre: Horror/ Alien Invasion"
"Starring: Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Millicent Simmonds"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes"






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Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan

Wednesday, Oct. 2
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The City of Mountain View is developing a Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan and we want to hear from you! Join us to share your thoughts on how the City can foster a vibrant ecosystem where people and nature can thrive together. Visit us outside the entrance doors of the Social Hall.






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Indoor Dining

Community Services Agency's Senior Nutrition Program has a full dine in meal service in the Social Hall of the Mountain View Senior Center. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Sign in will begin at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Social Hall will close at 1 p.m.

*Lunch service is first come, first served. On occasion, not all patrons can be served.*




October Lunch Menu
Oct 2024 Menu [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/09/27/file_attachments/3013240/OCTOBER%202024%20LUNCH%20MENU.pdf ]

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*Movies are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.
Wednesday movies start at 5:30 p.m.*

Come to one of our movie showings in Multipurpose Room B.
Maximum seating for movies is 36. First come, first serve.

When available, screenings have captions for the hard-of-hearing. There is no fee to enjoy these popular movies and seating begins 30 minutes before the show.

*NOTE: Please bundle up or bring a lap blanket with you to the movie. The room tends to be on the cooler side.*





Yesterday

Yesterday
Oct. 1, 2 & 4

A struggling musician realizes he is the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where they never existed.

"Genre: Feel-Good Romance"
"Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James, Sophia Di Martino"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 56 Minutes"




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The Witches
Oct. 8, 9 & 11

The reimagining to Roald Dahl’s humorous and heartwarming tale of a young boy and his grandmother’s encounter with deceptively glamourous but thoroughly diabolical witches.

"Genre: Adventure/Comedy"
"Starring: Anne Hathaway, Octavia Spencer, Stanley Tucci, Kristin Chenoweth, Jahzir Bruno"
"Rated: PG"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 44 Minutes"






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The Walk
Oct. 15, 16 & 18

In 1974, high-wire artist Phillipe Petit recruits a team of people to help him realize his dream: to walk the immense void between the World Trade Center towers.

"Genre: Adventure"
"Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Charlotte Le Bon, Ben Kingsley"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 2 Hours 3 Minutes"




Knives Out

*Knives Out*
*Oct. 22, 23 & 25*

A detective investigates the death of the patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.

"Genre: Cozy Mystery"
"Starring: Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running time: 2 Hours 10 Minutes"






Robot and Frank

Robot and Frank
Oct. 29, 30 & Nov. 1

In the near future, an ex-jewel thief receives a gift from his son: a robot butler programmed to look after him. But soon the two companions try their luck as a heist team.

"Genre: PG-13"
"Starring: Peter Sarsgaard, Frank Langella, Susan Sarandon"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 29 Minutes "






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Staff serving Root Beer floats at the Ice Cream Social Sept 2024 
Photo by AG






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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. 





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AARP Initial and Refresher Driver Safety Courses will be offered in the Fall at the Mountain View Senior Center. To take the Refresher course, you must have taken the initial AARP Smart Driver course 3 or less years ago. 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. Arriving 10 - 15 minutes prior to class start time is strongly encouraged. 

_Upcoming Initial Course_: *October 14 and October 15* from 4 - 8 p.m. 






SALA

SALA appointments at the Senior Center on the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. In order to receive free legal services, patrons must be at least 60 years of age and a Santa Clara County resident.




SECOND HARVEST

Free Grocery pick-up is the first through fourth Tuesday of each month, 8:30 - 10 a.m. Pre-registration is necessary. Please see the Front Desk for more information or visit the Free Grocery program on days/times of operation. Sponsored by the Second Harvest Food Bank [ http://www.shfb.org/ ].






BP screening

Free blood pressure screenings from a volunteer registered nurse on the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 12:30 - 1 p.m. in the Dance & Movement Room. No prior registration required. 




HICAP new

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) appointments are available at the Senior Center the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Volunteer counselor can help you understand your specific rights and health care options.






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Are you struggling to understand your iPad or iPhone? 30 minute appointments are available with a volunteer on each Wednesday of the month between 8:45 - 10:45 a.m. to answer your questions.




AARP TAX PREP

Mountain View Senior Center hosts AARP Tax-Aide post-season tax help on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Appointments are set at 9 & 10 a.m. 






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A tour welcoming you to the Senior Center is scheduled the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Lobby. Staff will review classes, upcoming events, social services, and more.




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Variety is the spice of life! Join us on the 2nd 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.






dvd library

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.




book club

The Book Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. The book selection for October selection is "Station Eleven [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/08/16/file_attachments/2969605/Station%20Eleven%20by%20Emily%20St%20John,%20John%20Mandel.jpg ]" by Emily St John, John Mandel. November selection is "In the Shadow Of The Mountain" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/09/26/file_attachments/3011475/In%20the%20Shadow%20Of%20The%20Mountain.jpg ] by Silvia Vasquez-Lavado











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*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

Angela Mackowski <angela.mackowski@mountainview.gov> - Recreation Coordinator

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

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








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