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San Rafael Goldenaires

Live life locally NEWSETTE JUNE 2017 VOLUME XLVI I I Phone: (415) 485-3348

You can also read the Newsette online:

https://www.livelifelocally.org/goldenaires-newsette/

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

THE GOLDENAIRES INVITE YOU TO THEIR 4

th SUMMER SPLASH

FRIDAY, JUNE 16TH

$16.00 PER PERSON

12:30PM (doors open between 12- 12:15PM)

SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY CENTER

Come spend a lovely afternoon with your fellow friends & members and CELEBRATE SUMMER with delicious American food and decorations. Buffet lunch will be served at 12:30pm. SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED. No need to rush as all seats will

be great. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED BY OUR #B KITCHEN CREW, CHAIRED BY EFFIE LEE!. MENU: Croissant Sandwich-1) Turkey 2) Ham or

3) Roast Beef, Salad Bar, Dessert & coffee. Let’s have a big crowd of Goldenaires and celebrate SUMMER!! Special entertainment by member JOANNE SALTZGABER on the guitar! The day should end at approximately 2pm. Wine/beer will be available at $4.00/glass & Soda Pop $1.00! Get your tickets NOW –tables reserved for groups of 8-10 people. PLEASE BRING A CONTAINER TO TAKE HOME YOUR LEFTOVER MEAL.. Thank you! CANCELLATION/RESERVATION: June 14

th (WED)

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ALOHA! THE GOLDENAIRES’ ANNUAL LUAU

JULY 14TH

- FRIDAY 12:30PM Lunch is

served (Doors open 12/12:15PM)

$18.00/person (Guests - $23.00)

Luncheon held at the San Rafael

Community Center Catered by DEBBIE GHIRINGHELLI CATERING with Kitchen Crew #A

(Marge Wehrer & Crew) Let’s have a big crowd- You don’t want to

miss out on this fun event!!! MENU: Green salad, Hawaiian Style Barbecued Chicken, Pulled Pork Teriyaki Glaze, Asian Style Rice with peas, water chestnuts and pineapple, Stir Fried Asian Vegetables, Hawaiian Rolls, Dessert – coffee & tea.

WINE & BEER available -$4 & soda pop-$1.00! Following lunch, we will have some fabulous entertainment by renowned TUCKER SPOLTER & THE UKULELE JUBILEE group from Marin County and other areas. You are in for a real treat with this group as we are most pleased to have our past Ukulele instructor, Tucker Spolter, be a part of this group! He promises that you will all be laughing, smiling & dancing! We also hope for a hula dance! PLEASE BRING A CONTAINER TO TAKE HOME YOUR LEFTOVER MEAL.. Thank you!

RESERVATION/CANCELLATION… JULY 11TH

JUNE 2017 NEWSETTE PHONE: (415) 485-3348

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Special Events………………….1, 7, 9,13,15,17-20 Classes………………………………8-9,10-11, 16

Sunshine Report………………………..……….2 President’s Corner ..........................………...…3 Upcoming Outings…………3-6, 10-11,13-14,17 Goldenaires Calendar .....................………19 Announcements………………2-3, 8-9, 13, 19-20

The Newsette, City of San Rafael San Rafael Goldenaires Senior Citizens

Organization, Inc. Community Services Department

618 B STREET (next to Safeway-off 2

nd Street)

San Rafael, CA 94901 (Non Profit # 59-3837185)

Phone: (415) 485-3348 Fax: (415) 485-3186

Office Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM—3:00 PM All Goldenaires activities take place at the

San Rafael Community Center (ADA accessible) at 618 B Street

President Chris Chew

Vice President Elida Canziani

Recording Secretary Dorothy Rogers

Treasurer Effie Lee

Past President Vivian Berliner

Board Members Bette Bohman Jack Ciardelli

Carol Herbert/Marilyn Ryan (pro tem) Isabelle Keeney Loretta Soldavini

Committee Chairpersons Kitchen A– Marge Wehrer & Crew

Kitchen B- Effie Lee & Crew Bingo – Carol Herbert & Lynn Goodfellow

Decorations – Joanne Perrone Crafts – Elida Canziani Newsette - Pat Mason

Dances – Rose Marie Heckman, Gwen Long Barbara Mogerman & Joan Terrell

Office Volunteers Marcia Higgins, Lorraine Raggio

Dorothy Rogers, Gina Ranney & Karen Torney (Isabelle Keeney & Patricia Semple - relief)

Program Director Carol Jacobs-Courtz

Have a friend who would like to join the Goldenaires? Annual membership fee is $30/year. Name badge is optional - $9 fee. Special Membership rate- Jan. 1

st

expires Dec. 31, 2017 - $30. Members must be 62 yrs.

SUNSHINE REPORT by Lorraine Raggio

The thought of the day is as follows:

"When we do the best that we can, we

never know what miracle is wrought in

our life, or in the life of another."

by Helen Keller- former Perkins Student

ILL MEMBERS:

Martha Howard was ill, Connie Grey was in the

hospital and is now recuperating at home, Nancy

Greenfield fell and has a broken wrist, Gerald Cullen

fell and had to have surgery on his neck, Maria

Meyer fell and is having a MRI. We wish you all a

speedy recovery.

DEPARTED MEMBERS: Longtime member Mary Jane Ponti will be missed by

her family and friends, Sue Scott will be forever

missed by her daughter Jessie Scott, Jane Gill is

deeply mourned by all her loved family and friends,

Joy Bloom misses her beloved brother, Jackie Brand

grieves the loss of her friend Elaine Holmes and

Prudence Kerr mourns the passing away of her

partner of over 17 years.

We remember with sorrow and sadness, all our

relatives and friends. Please contact the office if a

fellow member would like some cheer.

OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED & NO CLASSES

MONDAY – May 29th (Memorial Day Observed)

BOOKS – BOOKS – BOOKS – BOOKS

Yes, we have 4 bookcases of paperback books for your enjoyment. Please drop by and browse through our wide selection. We also welcome paperback books that are in decent condition with no torn covers. We also have a few jigsaw puzzles. PLEASE – NO HARDBOUND BOOKS- not enough space on the bookshelves in the office. Thank You


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“PRESIDENT’S CORNER”

Dear Goldenaires:

April opened with a sunny little “trip” to Italy

via the lovely Italian Luncheon for 80 plus members

who enjoyed the delicious raviolis (catered by Debbie

Ghiringhelli), chicken and cheesecake, and with the

help from Kitchen Crew #B-Effie Lee, Betty Bohman

& Cindylu & John Janisen!!

There is an awful lot of work getting all the

food prepared and served, (that day and every

luncheon we have) so I thank all who work so hard

putting everything together, and also by coming to

these events and enjoying them! We wouldn’t be

here without you!

The entertainment by Joanne Saltzgaber and

her friends Jeannie & Tom with nostalgic tunes of

“Arrivederci Roma”, “That’s Amore” and many more

certainly added to the festivities! We are happy to

report that they will be returning to entertain us at the

Summer Splash Luncheon on June 16th

– don’t miss

out so sign-up NOW!

I hope you got your taxes in on time so you

could enjoy Easter! I was getting ready for Easter

dinner when my sink clogged! Rather than have the

sink torn apart and useless, in desperation, I

remembered something my grandmother said about

pouring baking soda down the drain and following

with some vinegar, so having nothing to lose, I tried

it, watched it bubble and foam, repeated it, ran hot

water down the drain and lo and behold! It worked!

Pays to listen to your grandma! Easter was wet and

foggy, but kids still went on egg hunts! I was talking

to some “kids” (in their twenties) at the bank after and

they said they would still go to egg hunts if anyone

offered! So there you go! You’re never too old for

Easter Egg Hunts & CANDY!

Also, all you “foodies” – Effie is cooking

again on May 23rd, so join in on fun and food and

conversations! Looking ahead to June, there’s the

DELTA KING and OAKLAND ZOO trips and of

course our Summer Splash on June 16th

!

SAVE THE DATE-MAY 18th

, 2018 We will be celebrating the San Rafael Goldenaires

50th

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY!!!!!

Details to follow!

Lastly, if you still have gift certificates from

the Goldenaires-please use them!!!

Best Wishes To You!

CHRIS CHEW

JOYCE MONTEVERDI

A warm welcome to our newest member. We encourage our new members to participate in the many fine activities that we have to

offer. You’ll meet many of our members & make new friends.

Look forward to seeing you & welcome suggestions for new &

exciting adventures or workshops!

GENERAL MEETING **MAY 24th 11:45AM**

JUNE 28th 11:45AM

Executive Board & General Meeting minutes along

with treasurer’s report and open time for new

business. Good Earth Natural Foods lunches are

served on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM. If interested,

please call (415) 457-4630, the Thursday prior for

a reservation. LUNCH SERVED FROM 11:00 -

11:30AM. "The lunch program is made possible

through funds from the Federal Older Americans

Act, administered locally by the Marin County

Health & Human Services, Division of Aging &

Adult Services”. $3 donation for 60 years and older

OR $6 charge for under 60 years of age.

**On May 24th

, guest speaker from ARRIVE – a

new transportation service that arranges rides for

people without needing a Smartphone! Don’t miss

this one! Let’s have a big turnout & then stay &

play…BINGO …begins promptly - 12:00Noon.

SIGNUP NOW-DO NOT DELAY!

ROHNERT PARK KUT-UPS –

FINALE! JULY 13th (THURS) $84

Great price for a great day! ITINERARY: We will depart from

the San Rafael Community Center at

9:45AM and from the Park & Ride

at Smith Ranch Road at 10:15AM.

From there, we will head up to the

Rohnert Park for a hosted luncheon (11:45-1:15pm) at

BLACK BEAR DINER RESTAURANT. Menu

Selection: 1) Bob’s Big Bear Burger 2) Tuna Melt

on grilled rye & cheddar cheese 3) Asian Chicken

Cabbage Salad. For choices #1, 2 & 3-you will have

a choice of either: green salad, fries, potato salad,

slaw or soup. Each entrée comes with coffee, hot tea

or Peach Iced Tea and hot fudge sundae! After lunch,

we head over to Spreckels Performing Arts Center to


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see the fabulous 45th

& FINAL YEAR –2017 Razzle

Dazzle Revue - “ BLAST FROM THE PAST” -

FINAL PRODUCTION at 2:00PM! That’s right-they

are calling it their final curtain call! If you have

attended in the past, you are well aware how

wonderfully these older adults perform and really put

on a great show with singing, dancing & playing

instruments. This group started by Betty Ferra in her

garage with song, dance, kazoos and pots and pans,

entertained at senior gatherings. For the past 25

years, the Kut-Ups have produced professional

quality musical revues at Spreckles Center. This 40

member performing troupe consisting of singers,

dancers, comedians and a full band, is saluting their

final year with “A BLAST FROM THE PAST-the

best of their 45 year history! The performance is

about 2 ½ delightful hours (bring a sweater as it may

get cold in the theatre) and we should arrive home at

approximately 5:30/6:00PM. Seats will be in the

mezzanine area, so you will need to be able to walk

up some stairs. For those that are really unable to

walk the stairs, we have a few seats in the orchestra

reserved. NO PARKING IN CENTER or SAFEWAY

LOTS. MARIN CHARTER & TOURS BUS. ONLY

48 SEATS! CANCELLATION DATE...May 26th

-

DATE FOR GOLDENAIRES TO PAY FOR

TICKETS. MAY BE ABLE TO GET MORE

TICKETS AFTER JUNE.


PARAMOUNT

THEATRE

TOUR/LUNCH-

July 24th

(Mon)-$80 ITINERARY: We will

depart from the Park &

Ride at Smith Ranch

Road at 8:30AM and

from the San Rafael Community Center at 9:00AM.

We will travel to Oakland for a tour of the

PARAMOUNT THEATRE (10:30-12:30pm). Built

during the Depression and opened in December 1931,

this great Art Deco movie palace was the largest

auditorium on the West Coast, seating 3,476.

Designed by Timothy Pflueger of San Francisco, the

Paramount combines spectacular advertising with

stark functionalism. With its 110' facade featuring a

tile mosaic of two monumental figures, a stage 32'

deep and 50' wide, a mechanically elevated orchestra

pit, 20 production and dressing rooms, it serves all the

arts from symphony to dance to variety shows and

movies. The tour is approximately 1 ½ -2 hours.

You will also be taken throughout public spaces, to

the basement of the theatre and if there is not a

production loading into the theatre, groups can also be

taken back stage. The focus of the tour is on the

history of the building, architecture and

restoration. The docents are extremely

knowledgeable, and encourage cameras and

questions. *NOTE: Since this was erected in 1931,

there is no elevator to the various floors. There are

approx. 30 steps between each floor. However, you

can stay on the main floor if you wish. You will also

have an opportunity to sit for a while and listen to the

beautiful music from their famous ‘70s organ! After

our tour, we will arrive at HOTEL MAC

RESTAURANT in Point Richmond for a hosted

luncheon. MENU SELECTION at time of signups: 1)

Mac Club Sandwich-Turkey, Avocado, Bacon on

sourdough toast 2) Sirloin Burger 3) Southwest

Chicken Salad. Entrée #1 & #2 served with Mac

Green Salad. All entrees served with Cream Brule for

dessert & either coffee, iced tea or lemonade. After

lunch, you will have a short time to stretch your legs,

browse through town or visit the park- ½ hour.

Should arrive back in San Rafael at approx. 4:00PM.

Bring own water bottle. NO PARKING IN

CENTER/SAFEWAY LOT.

CANCELLATION DATE...July 7th

(FRI)


RED HAWK CASINO –

JULY 27th

(THURS) - $39 ON THE LAST CASINO

TOUR, A MAJORITY OF

THE PASSENGERS

REQUESTED A TRIP TO

RED HAWK. WE NEED AT LEAST 33 PEOPLE

TO MAKE THIS A GO AT THIS PRICE! SO

INVITE YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS &

FRIENDS OVER THE AGE OF 21 YEARS! ($5

EXTRA) AND ALL PASSENGERS MUST

SIGNUP FOR A PLAYERS CARD TO RECEIVE

A PACKAGE (you will have a choice of either $10

slot play & $5 in points for food). YOU MUST

BRING YOUR PICTURE I.D. ITINERARY: We will depart the San Rafael Community Center at

8:30AM and from the Park & Ride at Smith Ranch

Road at 9:00AM. We will then head to RED HAWK

for a 4 hour stay (11:00AM to 3:00PM). If you

haven’t attended before, this is a time to go-great

casino, great prizes & great food! Home in San

Rafael at approx. 5:30/6:00PM. Driver’s gratuity

incl. BRING BOTTLED WATER. NO PARKING IN

SAFEWAY/CENTER LOTS.

CANCELLATION DATE…July 17th


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EL DORADO

OVERNIGHT,

DINNER,

SHOW

BOOMTOWN

DAY 2 –

Aug. 17th

/18th

(TH-FRI) Let’s get a bus load-we haven’t had an

overnight for 2 years! ITINERARY: We will depart from the Community Center

at 8:00AM and from Park & Ride at Smith Ranch Road at

8:30AM and head to Vacaville for a no-host breakfast stop

(Black Oak) and then on to Reno to the EL DORADO for

your overnight stay. This evening, you will enjoy a buffet

dinner (opens at 4PM) & show – THE DARK SIDE OF

CIRQUE-LE NOIR- (7:00-8:30pm) in the El Dorado

Showroom- doors open at 6:30pm. The ELDORADO has

partnered with the producers of the Broadway smash hit

“THE ILLUSIONISTS” to bring a multimillion dollar

Cirque extravaganza. The extraordinary cirque performers

demonstrate incredible balance, contortion, stamina and

aerial artistry as they entertain and awe their guests. DAY

2- We will depart the EL DORADO at 10:00AM (leave

your baggage in your room by the door for an 8:30AM

pickup) and then head to BOOMTOWN for a 4hr. stay

(10:30-2:30PM). Refreshment stop at McDonald's on way

home. Should arrive back in San Rafael at approx.

7:00PM. NO PARKING IN CENTER/SAFEWAY LOTS.

PLEASE BRING $1 BILLS FOR BINGO. BRING OWN

BOTTLED WATER. DRIVER'S GRATUITY INCL.

CANCELLATION DATE….JULY 13TH

(THURS)

SGL RM: $223 DBL RM: $198/person

**Please note that cost is based on 28 passengers. So

get your friends & family members to signup-let’s fill

the bus! GOODIES: EL DORADO-Buffet dinner, show

& breakfast coupon BOOMTOWN: $10 slot play


LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

PERFORMANCE & LUNCH –

AUG. 26TH

(SAT) - $98 A GREAT TRIP FOR A

SATURDAY AFTERNOON WITH

A DELICIOUS & PLENTIFUL

LUNCH ! Based on the great

French-Italian play and film, but most well known as

a blockbuster Broadway musical that won 6 Tony

Awards including Best Musical, Best Score, and Best

Book, this is a rousing anthem that celebrates love,

romance and being true to yourself. La Cage aux

Folles, presented in the gritty style of an underground

French Cabaret, glimmers with French flair, a wink

and a grin at lifestyles and mores that seem at odds

until they crumble under the power of love to

transform. ITINEARY: We will depart Park & Ride

at Smith Ranch Road at 11:15AM and from the San

Rafael Community Center 11:45AM . From there,

we will venture to San Francisco for a hosted lunch at

BUCCA DI BEPPO (12:30-2:15PM)! MENU IS

FAMILY STYLE TO BE SHARED BY ALL:

Mixed Green Salad, House bread, Spaghetti Marinara

& Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana,

Cheesecake and Unlimited Soft Drinks, Coffee &

Tea! WOW! Can’t wait for that lunch! After lunch,

we will then arrive at the San Francisco Playhouse for

the 3PM performance (2 ½ hrs) -LA CAGE AUX

FOLLES!! Should arrive back in San Rafael at

approx. 6:30pm. BRING OWN WATER BOTTLE.

DRIVER’S GRAT. INCL. NO PARKING IN

CENTER/SAFWAY LOTS.

CANCELLATION DATE...JULY 24TH

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE - DON’T MISS

OUT!!!!! DELTA

KING HOTEL &

HORNBLOWER CRUISE -

JUNE 11th

(SUN) - $91 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE FINE

WEATHER BEFORE SUMMER HITS! ITINERARY: We will depart from the San Rafael

Community Center at 8:00AM and from the Park & Ride at

Smith Ranch Road at 8:30am and head to Old Town

Sacramento to board the DELTA KING HOTEL for a

hosted champagne brunch from 10:30-12Noon! Buffet

brunch includes: Scrambled Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Apple

Wood Bacon, home fries, coffee/tea and bottomless

champagne and mimosas!!! One of the most famous

steamboats, the Delta King has a rich & diverse history

over the past century. From luxury passenger ship to

floating naval hospital to docked hotel, you will have time

to explore the ship. After lunch, you will have a short walk

to the CAPITOL HORNBLOWER SHIP for a 1 hour

narrated cruise on the Sacramento River (12:45pm-

boarding & cruise 1:00pm- 2:00PM). Learn about the

importance of the Sacramento River and how it helped

transform what was a trading colony and stockade into the

major American city Sacramento is today. After our

cruise, you will have a short time to browse through Old

Town. We will depart Old Town at 3:00PM and arrive

back in San Rafael at approx. 5:00/5:30PM. (Driver’s

gratuity incl). Bring your own water bottle. NO PARKING

IN COMMUNITY CENTER LOT.

CANCELLATION DATE...May 24th

, 2017

IF YOU HAVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM THE

GOLDENAIRES, PLEASE SPEND IT SOON SO WE

CAN ADJUST OUR BOOKS! THANK YOU!


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SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!

IT'S ALL HAPPENING AT

THE "OAKLAND ZOO" &

LUNCH– JUNE 15th

(THURS) -

$92 ITINERARY: We will depart the

Park & Ride at Smith Ranch Road at 8:45AM and from the

San Rafael Community Center at 9:15AM. From there, we

will head over to OAKLAND ZOO (10:15-1:00PM).

Everyone who attended last year had a fabulous time; they

have asked for a repeat! The Zoo itself sits inside 490-acre

Knowland Park and is home to more than 660 native and

exotic animals. There's a lot to see and do while you're

there. Explore the birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians,

and arthropods. The African Veldt is a focal point of the

Zoo. Its central location makes an easily accessible meeting

point. Here in this large open area, you will find the

beautiful herd of giraffes, elands, Egyptian geese, and other

wild birds who have decided to drop in for the day. While

viewing the animals, feel free to rest on a bench and enjoy

a tasty treat or cool beverage from the ice cream/water cart.

The African Savannah is located up the hill to the left, just

behind the giraffes. Here you will find an enormous 4-acre

area for the amazing elephants, a spacious tree-filled

enclosure for our lions, an aviary filled with beautiful birds,

and a quiet home for our zebras. Grab a snack or refreshing

beverage from the African Savannah Café and take a

moment to eat or rest under the pavilion. Don't forget to see

the Vervet Monkeys, sneak through the Savannah Reptile

cave, spy on the Hyenas, and crawl through the special

Meerkat viewing tunnel. As you explore this area, please

take note of the beautiful and unique plant life that is native

to the African Savannah. As you explore this area of the

Zoo, you will notice naturalistic rockwork, vines, climbing

structures and lush foliage. Animals like our Chimpanzee,

White-Handed Gibbon, Siamang, Cotton-Topped Tamarin,

and Squirrel Monkeys live, climb, eat, and relax high in the

tree tops. You will also find several types of bird and

reptile species in this area as well as our majestic tiger

enclosure complete with pond and waterfall. Australia is

home to some amazing and unique animals. Here at the

Zoo you will find Emus and Wallaroos roaming about.

Want to see them? Jump on the Outback Express

Adventure Train (located in the Rides Area), sit back, and

relax as you tour "Wild Australia". We will depart the Zoo

at 1:00PM and head to Berkeley for a hosted lunch at

SKATES ON THE BAY RESTAURANT. Menu:

1) Turkey Club Sandwich 2) Pastrami Sandwich

3) Grilled Alaskan Salmon BLT 4) Vegetarian Risotto

Also includes mixed green salad & dessert; sandwiches

with house made chips. Oakland Zoo is

wheelchair/walker/cane accessible-wear good walking

shoes! . We should arrive back in San Rafael at approx.

4:00/4:30PM. Driver’s grat. incl. NO PARKING IN

CENTER OR SAFEWAY LOTS. Bring your own water

bottle. CANCELLATION…June 1st, 2017

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!!!

GREEK

FESTIVAL IN

OAKLAND-

MAY 21ST

(SUN) - $45 BECOME GREEK FOR A DAY AT THE 45

TH ANNUAL

GREEK FESTIVAL IN OAKLAND HELD AT THE

GREEK ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL OF THE

ASCENSION! COME FOR AUTHENTIC FOODS,

COSTUMES AND DANCES OF THE GREEK

CULTURE THAT GO BACK OVER 4,500 YEARS!

THIS IS A WALKING TOUR –however, the ground is

level but there is a slope, so if you have a walker,

assistance may be needed to go down the slope to the

festival area & church from parking lot. ITINERARY:

We will depart the Park & Ride at Smith Ranch Road at

9:15AM and from the San Rafael Community Center at

9:45AM. We will then head over to Oakland for a 4 hour

stay with plenty of time to smell the aromas Soulavia and

Loukoumades, hear the sounds of traditional Greek music

and shouts of OPA, all the while enjoying breath-taking

views of the Bay! There are plenty of seating areas around

the festival to rest, plenty of concession stands for food &

drink – on your own! It is a fun day to be GREEK! We

will depart the festival at 3:15pm and should arrive back in

San Rafael at approx.. 4:30/5PM. MARIN CHARTER &

TOURS. DRIVER’S GRATUITY INCLUDED

CANCELLATION DATE……MAY 11TH

(THURS)

SOLD OUT!! WAITING LIST! “ROMAN HOLIDAY” at GOLDEN GATE

JUNE 7TH

(WED) - $117 ITINERARY: Depart the

Park & Ride at Smith Ranch Road at 12NOON & from the

San Rafael Community Center at 12:30PM. Should arrive

back in San Rafael at approx. 5:30PM. Driver’s gratuity

incl. NO PARKING IN CENTER OR SAFEWAY LOTS.

Bring your own water bottle

**********************************************

GIANTS WED-

JULY 19TH

-$123 ONLY 10 LEFT!

LOWER BOX RESERVED SECTION

127 (same as last year). ITINERARY:

Depart Park & Ride at Smith Ranch Road

at 9:45AM and from the San Rafael Community Center at

10:15AM. We will then head over to AT&T Ball Park for

the 12:45PM game- CLEVELAND INDIANS vs. S.F.

GIANTS. Drop-off will be at 2nd

& King Streets- there is a

gate right there that will take you to your section. We will

depart after the game has ended and will meet the bus at a

designated location. Back in San Rafael by 6:00/6:30PM

(depending on the traffic). NO CANCELLATIONS,

ONCE YOU PAY, YOU ARE COMMITTED UNLESS

WE HAVE A WAIT LIST Bring your own water bottle.

(then you would receive 90% back if we can sell seat).

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FREE Get Fit Exercise

Sampler and Wellness Fair Wednesday, May 17

th, 2017

Exercise Programs

9:00am-1:00PM

Lunch

12:30- 1:00pm

Albert J. Boro Community Center,

(Pickleweed Park)

50 Canal St, San Rafael, CA 94901

To celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness

Day, Whistlestop, Albert J. Boro Community

Center, and the San Rafael Chamber Health &

Wellness Resource Group welcome you to a

special event sponsored by the City of San Rafael

Community Services Dept, Marin County Health

& Human Services-Aging & Adult Services,

San Rafael Chamber-Health & Wellness

Resource Group and Whistlestop. This year we

will have a variety of movement and exercise

mini-classes and a senior health fair for you to

learn more about local services to support your

well-being (such as nutritional information,

hydration, breast cancer information, and guided

imagery).

9:30AM ZUMBA GOLD

10:15AM WHISTLESIZERS

11:00AM MOVEMENT &

MUSIC

11:40AM YOGA

Lunch 12:30 pm, provided by Good Earth

Natural & Organic Foods. Reservations required

so call Carol at the Goldenaires to sign up today-

415-485-3341. Lunch is a $3 donation onsite if

60 and over ($6 fee if under 60 years of age).

Deadline for lunch-May 11th

The lunch program is made possible through

funds from the Federal Older Americans Act,

administered locally by the Marin County Health &

Human Services, Division of Aging & Adult

Services.

BINGO DAYS WEDNESDAYS MAY 24

th & 31

st

JUNE 7th

, 14th

& 28th

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Anyone over the age of

18 yrs. can play!

Bingo, held at the San Rafael Community Center, is open to anyone 18 years and older. Doors

open at 9:30 AM Bingo games start

promptly at Noon. Free coffee! 16 games of

Bingo are played Bingo packs of 10 sheets per

pack – 3 squares per sheet - $5.00/pack,

6 squares per sheet-$8/pack.

ALL SPECIAL GAMES ARE $1.00 per

sheet and prizes pay out at $100 - $150 Cash!!!

If your birthday occurs during the week of a

Wednesday Bingo (Monday to Sunday), you will

receive a FREE dauber. If your birthday occurs

during the 3rd

week, when there is no Bingo, it will

be recognized on the 4th

Wednesday!

BIRTHDAYS APPLY TO ALL PLAYERS!! MUST SHOW DRIVER’S LICENSE or ID &

MEMBERSHIP CARD.

*** GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS will serve lunch on Wednesdays before Bingo

at 11:00 AM. Lunch served until 11:30 AM.

Besides a wonderful meal, you can share

special times with your fellow friends.

Suggested donations for lunch are $3 for

seniors and disabled persons and $6 fee for

those under 60 years old. "This program is

made possible through funds from the

Federal Older American Act, administered

locally by the Marin County Health &

Human Services, Division of Aging & Adult

Services”. Lunch reservations must be made

by calling (415) 457-4636 by 12Noon the

Thursday before. Please state that the meal

site is at the San Rafael Community Center.

Home-delivered meals (Meals on Wheels) are

available for those in need. Call 415-473-

2734 for details, menus and to sign-up.

JUNE 2017 NEWSETTE PHONE: 415-485-3348

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2016 AARP Driver Safety Program Course ***JULY 19

TH (WED) 12:30-5:00PM

SEPT. 5th

& 7th

(TUES & THURS) 1:00-5:00pm ***NOV. 20

th (MON) 12:30-5:00PM

This AARP-sponsored course is offered at the San Rafael Community Center and is available to all motorists ages 55 and older. Fee: $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members (includes certificate which is valid for 3 years.) Please provide your AARP membership number when signing up for this class for reduced fee. The course will substantially improve the driving skills of older motorists. This 8-hour classroom course is designed to meet the specific needs of older drivers and will focus on sharpening their driving skills, as well as developing strategies for adjusting to age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. You must attend BOTH days at the same location. ***The 4 ½ hour refresher course is for people who have already taken the 8-hour course within the last 4 calendar years (review class). To register, call the Goldenaires at (415) 485-3348, stop by their office or mail in your payment with a self-addressed stamped envelope for the return of your receipt. Instructor: Paul Roye. If you do not cancel by the day before class is held, or if you do not attend the first class, fee will be retained. For information on additional classes & locations call 1-888-227-7669 or visit www.aarp.org/drive

Living with Arthritis: Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms

Arthritis can make everyday tasks difficult and painful. Walking, driving, reaching for items in the grocery store and even getting dressed in the morning can become seemingly insurmountable challenges. May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to learn more about this debilitating condition that affects one in every five adults in the United States. More than 100 different conditions affecting joints and surrounding tissues fall under the umbrella of arthritis, but they share a group of common symptoms. Recognizing the signs of arthritis is important for moving forward with diagnosis and treatment to improve your quality of life.

Types of Arthritis

The different forms of arthritis often share a symptom: inflammation in one or more joints. The primary signs of the disease are stiffness and pain in the joints that often get worse with age. The most common forms of the disease — osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis — cause damage in the joints through different mechanisms. Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition, targets the joint linings, known as synovium. In osteoarthritis, cartilage in the joints begins to deteriorate. Other forms of arthritis are caused by underlying conditions, including infections. Treatment and symptoms can vary among the types of arthritis. However, the primary goal is to lessen pain and other debilitating

effects so individuals with the disease can remain independent. Recognizing the Symptoms

Individuals suffering from the early joint pain of arthritis often believe they’ve sustained an injury. They may spend time and effort attempting to treat themselves with over-the-counter medications and other readily accessible remedies. Recognizing the early signs of the disease is important for improving the long-term prognosis of arthritis. If you have any of the following symptoms, consult your doctor for further evaluation:

Pain or stiffness in joints

Tenderness, warmth or redness around joints

Constrained range of motion in affected joints

Unusual tiredness or malaise

Bumps or lumps around joints While different types of arthritis share common symptoms, your doctor will need to determine the specific form of the disease by examining you, reviewing your medical history and conducting diagnostic test

Living with Arthritis If you’re diagnosed with arthritis, it’s important to become proactive in managing the condition so that you can continue living a full and active life. Numerous treatments are available to help relieve your symptoms and improve the function of your joints. To determine the treatments that will work best, you may need to try several. Options include medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesics, physical therapy and surgery to repair or replace joints. Some people find success with alternative therapies such as massage and acupuncture. The Arthritis Foundation notes that exercise and a healthy, anti-inflammatory diet also help some individuals combat the disease. By recognizing the early signs and symptoms of arthritis, you can take steps to continue living your best life.

INFORMATION PROVIDED BY ELDER CARE ALLIANCE

http://www.aarp.org/drive

http://blog.arthritis.org/news/arthritis-awareness-month/

http://blog.arthritis.org/news/arthritis-awareness-month/

https://www.verywell.com/arthritis-symptoms-4014327

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/arthritis/home/ovc-20168903

https://www.verywell.com/arthritis-symptoms-4014327

http://www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/

http://www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/


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SUNDAY DANCES San Rafael Community Center

618 “B” Street, San Rafael 485-3348 or 485-3333

FEATURING

THE MANNY GUTIERREZ QUARTET

MAY 28TH JULY 30TH

JUNE 25TH AUGUST 27TH

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm (doors open at 1:30)

$10.00 GENERAL $7.00 GOLDENAIRE MEMBERS

(MUST SHOW MEMBERSHIP CARD)

Open to the Public/Singles & Couples Snacks and Refreshments provided

Plenty of mixers so all dance Great wood floor; air conditioning;

and plenty of parking

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IT'S COOKING TIME AGAIN!!!!

COOKING WITH EFFIE

TUESDAY, MAY 23RD

SIGNUP NOW!!!!

11:30-1:30PM in the Kitchen at the

San Rafael Community Center

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!

MAXIMUM 20 MEMBERS

FEE: $12.00 (DEMONSTRATI0N, LUNCH,

RECIPES & LAUGHS) $17-NON MEMBERS

Luncheon including: Entrées, Dessert & Tea.

DON’T MISS OUT ON A FUN TIME!


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Computer Class!! Join teacher, Erica Kaplan, MS, ED! She is patient and kind.

Come learn and feel confident. All levels welcome!! Now is the time to come and

learn with others. Prove to yourself that 21st C. technology can be yours, too.

Bring your own device OR let us know if you need a device for class.

10:30am-11: 30am : Thursdays

Session 4: June 1st, 8

th, 15

th & 22

nd – LAST CHANCE TO SIGN-UP!!

Members: $60 per 4 classes or $20 drop in Non-members: $70 per 4 classes or $25 drop in

Call Goldenaires to register-415-485-3348!

Teaching technology to Goldenaires since April 2016: I push buttons that I never pushed before. I’m not afraid to

just push buttons. I’m not afraid to experiment with the thought that I’m going to lose everything because if you hit the undo

button it goes back. I’m more “comfortable” which with a senior is a good “word.” ~ Elena

After just four weeks of classes (one time per week)…“I’m not as afraid to try things. I don’t feel like I’m going to totally

screw it up. I got my phone when my husband passed away. I was taking classes at night and wanted it for emergencies. As it

turned out, the places that I go don’t have very many bars so I didn’t use it as a phone as much as I thought I would. So I

learned to play games and take notes on it. Now, that I have you to be my little help desk, I’m not afraid to learn new things.

I have the larger smartphone and have had it for three years. Now, it seems like a normal phone size to me. ~ Bette

Erica makes it super easy to learn & gives you individual attention to ease your frustration & any feelings of inadequacy.

~MacCrae (a member & student).

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MEMORY SCREENINGS Are you concerned? Take Action!

Thursday, July 20th

9:00am – 12:30pm (half-hour individual appointments)

Who should be screened? Memory screening makes sense for anyone concerned about memory loss. Screenings are also appropriate for anyone who

does not have a concern right now, but who wants to see how their memory is now and for future comparison.

What is memory screening? Memory screening is as simple as a few short activities with a geriatric professional. How you do with the activities is not a

diagnosis and in no way does it replace consultation with a qualified health professional, but it may lead to a thoughtful

conversation about “next steps.” You have time to discuss your concerns with a professional. The screenings are individual

half-hour sessions just between you and a professional.

Why screen now? Why not? It’s never too early (or too late) to make lifestyle changes that can affect your overall

health: Nutrition -- eat lean protein, fruits, vegetables, foods high in omega 3-fatty acids and antioxidants

Socialization -- call a family member, visit a friend, join an organization, volunteer

Mental Stimulation -- read out loud, problem solve, play a game

Spirituality -- pray, meditate, go to a place of worship

Physical Activity -- walk, dance, garden

Memory Screenings are a national initiative of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. In our community, Senior Access,

Senior Helpers, Care Navigate and the Goldenaires are working together to bring this initiative to you.

For information or to schedule an appointment, contact: CALL 415-491-2500, ext. 19


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ONGOING CLASSES AND PROGRAMS FOR MEMBERSYouthful Hearts

FIT & FUN-Low Impact Aerobics Mondays & Fridays (some Wednesdays due to

events in building or holidays) from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. Certified instructor, Jeannette

Logan, teaches safe exercise for older adults. Schedule: 9:30-10:45 AM, Aerobics, Stretch

& Strength. 10:45-11:00 AM, Guided Relaxation. It’s a great way to keep in shape

and meet new members. Attend twice a week and pay the full monthly fee of just $36 (8 classes-9

th is bonus). Attend only

one day a week (Mon or Fri) and pay $20. Drop-in fee is $9 per

day. Both men and women welcome. Check her website-www.YouthfulHearts.com

Youthful Hearts STILL GOING STRONG – Strength Training & Stretch Mondays & Fridays (some Wednesdays due

To events in building or holidays) from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. This is a great class for those who

want to build stronger bones and muscles and improve their range of motion. Mats are provided. Instructor: Jeannette

Logan. Both men and women welcome. Attend twice a week and pay the full monthly fee of $30. Attend only one day a week (Mon or Fri) and pay $17. Drop-in fee is $8 per day. Check her website-www.YouthfulHearts.com

Youthful Hearts Non-Impact Chair Aerobics Mondays (some Fridays due to events) from 12:35-1:10 PM. A SEATED Exercise Program for

Men & Women. Do you have a physical challenge such as limited mobility that prevents you from doing conventional exercise? Would you like to relieve stress and joint pain, improve your circulation, lower high blood pressure and stretch and tone your muscles without strain? Join us for this gentle, unique exercise program that blends elements of chi gong, yoga, non-impact aerobics and meditation all done while sitting

in a chair. FEE: $18/month. Drop-In Fee: $8.00 each day Check her website-www.YouthfulHearts.com

Bridge Contract Bridge on Mondays from 10:45 AM to 3 PM. You must already know how to play; this is not a teaching class. Both Intermediate & Advanced players (men and women) welcome. No reservations needed, but you MUST arrive no later than 10:35 AM and bring your own lunch. Chairperson: Uta Bender

Acrylic Painting Mondays from 11:30AM to 3:30PM. Practice your painting skills and create new things in a fun-loving, encouraging environment. Bring your own supplies. Ongoing. New persons may join at any time. YVONNE BROWN, artist, is willing to guide/suggest painting techniques.

Mahjong Tuesdays from 9:30 AM to Noon. Norma

Smith-Axton & Linda Jernigan, are the volunteer instructors. Chinese tiles are used for (Asian) play. No fee – this is an ongoing program. Instructors will assist in helping members learn the game.

CRAFT FAIR RAFFLE- BASKETS-We need gifts! Don’t know what to do with those gifts you received during the holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. that you can’t return and have no use for? Bring them to the Goldenaires office (new & in original boxes if possible). Also wine or gourmet food are a hit! We can use them for our raffle baskets at the craft fair which is a fundraiser for the club! We can store the items here! Also, if you have large baskets for the raffle, please drop those off at the office. Thank you!

Poker Tuesdays from 12:15 to 3:30 PM. Join and play

with your fellow members & friends. Open to Goldenaire members - men & women.

Bocce – Open Play Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 AM to

4 PM at Albert Park - right next door to the SR Community Center. $4.00. If interested in lessons, please arrive at 9AM or after 12Noon. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required! League play begins in March-October. Goldenaires subsidizes part of league fee-$15/ team. It is a lot of fun, great execise & you’ll meet new friends. For more info, call the Bocce office (415) 485-5583.

Watercolor Painting Tuesdays: 10-3pm.

Small fee for the instructor’s mileage. Please bring your own supplies. Instructor: Anne Carroll, professional artist. Also, check out the display of paintings in the hallway - BEAUTIFUL work from beginners & advanced artists and pictures are for sale! In the office, we now sell greeting cards hand-painted by these talented artists – only $3 & $4 each! We now have ceramics to sell!

Crafts Boutique-Fridays 12:00-3:00PM

Enjoy the fun of learning new crafts while making new friends. The craft group meets every Friday. They design some items and hand-make all our crafts – ideas here are always welcome. Our items are always on sale for a reasonable price, so come down and look at the display in the trophy case and in the Goldenaires office. Better yet, if you have a talent you would like to share with the craft group, come on down and join us. Computer Classes-Thursdays 10:30-11:30AM

Don’t be left behind-bring your own device- PC, MAC & IPHONES. Instructor: Erica Kaplan welcomes all levels of interest. EMAIL, INTERNET & TEXTING.

Wood Carving Fridays from 9:00 AM to Noon

A great, inexpensive, fun class that promotes a truly rewarding hobby. Beginners welcome! NO FEE. Students help out, teaching each other techniques and showing you how much fun wood carving can be!

HICAP (Health Insurance

Counseling Advocacy Program) offers

free and confidential information and

assistance with understanding Medicare benefits and rights, solving medical billing problems and filing

claims and appeals. HICAP meets at the San Rafael Community

Center from 1-4pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month!

To make an appointment call (1-800-434-0222)


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THE GOLDENAIRES ARE GOING TO HAWAII !!! 3 Islands – 8 days – with Trafalgar Tours

2 Nights Honolulu – 2 Nights Kona – 3 Nights Maui ONLY $2795 per person/double, plus air

Additional 5% discount with 10 people PAY IN FULL BY JANUARY 12 & SAVE 10%

SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 1, 2017 *You will have a Trafalgar Guide and Driver with you each day.

*7 full breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners are included. All 3 Resorts are 4-Star HONOLULU – Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort – 42 acres -- across from Beach

KONA – Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa – Located on lava rock promontory MAUI – Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa – Located on Kaanapali Beach !! 40 acres

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES THESE SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS: HONOLULU – Airport to hotel transfer, with Lei greeting & time on your own.

Welcome dinner! Visit Pearl Harbor Memorial, drive the Punchbowl Crater, Iolani Palace and view the

capitol building. Time on your own.

KONA – Flight included. Then enjoy an orientation tour of seaside village of Kailua-Kona with time to explore shops & cafes. Time on your own. Day 2 on Kona is on your own. The Sheraton offers FREE programs:

A tour at 9:30am on Tues. and Thurs.; Make a lei, learn to hulu or play the uke from 9:30 – 11:30 Mon., Wed., Fri.

LEAVE KONA FOR HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK!! On the way stop at the southern most bakery in the U.S. Entering the Park, walk through a real lava tube and

visit their museum. Then enjoy a lunch with Views of the Kilauea caldera. Later, travel to Hilo’s airport for MAUI !!

MAUI -- After breakfast, drive to Haleakala volcano, then to countryside to visit a local farm. Enjoy lunch with a glass of wine and then travel to Iao Valley State Park.

END YOUR DAY AT A LUAU !! Day 7 is Free Time on Maui – Take shuttle bus to Lahaina, or golf,

Shop at the Whaler’s Village just a 15-minute walk from hotel. Offered by Barbara Nelson, San Marin Travel – 866-462-7887 or

[email protected]. Brochures will be in office or contact Barbara, who has a list of optional tours with

Trafalgar & other FREE ideas!!

mailto:[email protected]


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CRUISE TO MEXICO FOR $100 PER DAY !!! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GOLDENAIRES’ PRICES AND PERKS

10 NIGHTS/ 11 DAYS – ROUNDTRIP SAN FRANCISCO NO FLYING -- CRUISE UNDER THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE ONLY $100 PER DAY PER PERSON/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

PUERTO VALLARTA,MANZANILLO,MAZATLAN, CABO SAN LUCAS

CRUISE ON THE GRAND PRINCESS –

OCTOBER 5 – 15, 2017

Take Friends and Family - FREE Unlimited Soda and More Beverage Package for 3rd and 4th Persons!!

This Promotion ends April 30, 2017 Four (4) CABINS ALREADY SOLD! Do not delay in signing up!

Inside Cabins (if) $999 per person/double occupancy Full Ocean View (oz) $1299 per person/double occupancy Balcony Room (BF) $1499 per person/double occupancy Mini-Suite (MD) $1999 per person/double occupancy Contact Barbara Nelson, San Marin Travel to make your reservations. Travel Insurance is always highly recommended. Some restrictions may apply. Toll Free at: 866-462-7887 or [email protected] This cruise benefits the San Rafael Goldenaires’ Club. Ship’s Registry is the Bahamas CST 1003321-10

Spring Training And you thought those Crafty Ladies only made beautiful children’s

sweaters for those special occasions. Truth be, there are also tee shirts for

those rough and tumble kids with an eye toward spring training. Reasonably

priced, give a team flavored, children's shirt to a small fan or baseball want-

a-be and see the smiles. All craft sales benefit the Goldenaires projects and

so make older folks smile too.



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MONDAY NIGHT BINGO August 14th , 2017

SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY CENTER 618 B STREET - SAN RAFAEL

(Sponsored by the San Rafael Goldenaires)

Call Whistlestop Wheels for transportation: 415-454-0964

DOORS OPEN 5:30pm BUFFET DINNER 6:00-6:45pm (Raviolis-catered by Debbie Ghiringhelli, Salad, Roll, Dessert, Coffee/Tea)

ADVANCE RESERVATION: $20.00 per person Deadline for advance reg. : Friday, AUGUST 11th 2017 AT THE DOOR: $25.00 per person

(Includes dinner, one (1) 6-on game pack & one (1) FREE bingo dauber) DINNER ONLY: $15.00 PLAY BINGO ONLY: $10.00 (1 free dauber & one 6-on game pack) CASH PRIZES: $60 TO $150 (15 GAMES OF BINGO PLAYED)

Additional games available for purchase:

Packs of 10 sheets-3 squares per sheet - $5.00/pack

6 squares per sheet - $10/pack.

SPECIAL GAMES ARE $1.00 per sheet

Prizes pay out: $100

4-5-6 GAME is $2.00 per sheet or 3 sheets for $5

Prizes pay out: $150

Mail in your reservation with payment or come to the San Rafael Community

Center (San Rafael Goldenaires’ office) and sign up! Anyone over the age of

18 years is welcome to join in for a night of fun!

GOLDENAIRES: 415-485-3348 MON-FRI 9:00am-3:00pm


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And San Rafael Goldenaires

Present……..

"The best protection against memory loss is to exercise the brain’s memory mechanisms."

-- Richard Restak, MD

Brain Fitness Workshop-no charge

JUNE 8th

(Thursday) 10:30-11:30AM

San Rafael Community Center (Goldenaires) Concept Statement:

As we age, we start relying more and more on the routines of life. We brush our teeth, we write our name or we drive the

same direction to the store. The challenge with routines? They don't require you to think about the activity.

There are many ways to exercise your brain:

Use your non-dominate hand to do a task * Drive a different way to go shopping

Learn something new * Play a Game

The Alzheimer's Foundation of American suggests the following five things to promote a healthy brain lifestyle:

Physical Activity -- walk, dance, garden

Nutrition -- eat lean protein, fruits, vegetables, foods high in omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants

Socialization -- call a family member, visit a friend, join an organization, volunteer

Mental Stimulation -- read out loud, problem solve, play a game

Spirituality -- pray, meditate, go to a place of worship

Workshop: San Rafael Goldenaires & Senior Access will be offering a new way to accomplish these activities.

Join us for 1 hour of FUN activities. Our activity leader will lead you through a series of brain fitness exercises.

The event will provide you an opportunity to achieve:

Physical Activity (you have to get to the event);

Socialization (you will be surround by a group of other people); and

Mental Stimulation (you play games together).

CALL 415-485-3348 to reserve a space in this fun workshop! Limited to only 20 participants!

HOW DID I GET TO BE THIS OLD? Would you like to meet others asking the same question to share stories,

ideas, and laughter?

Make new connections

Discuss change and loss

See new possibilities AGESONG MARIN A program of Family Service Agency of Marin and Buckelew Programs

Small groups led by experienced facilitators

5 – 8 weekly 90 minute meetings $50 - $80 total fee Scholarships available

www.agesongmarin.org

(415) 491-5762 CALL NOW TO SIGNUP!

NEW SESSION STARTING UP THIS SUMMER – Call Age Song for details & dates

at San Rafael Community Center

http://www.agesongmarin.org/


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THEATRE INTEREST LIST FOR SEASON 2017-2018- Call the office now!!!!! WE WILL ORDER TICKETS BASED ON SIGNUPS!

1) SOMETHING ROTTEN! Aug/Sept 2017 ORPHEUM- With 10 Tony® nominations including Best Musical, Set in the ‘90s –

the 1590s – this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom (Tony® nominee Rob McClure and Broadway’s Josh

Grisetti), two brothers who are desperate to write their own hit play while the "rock star" Shakespeare (Tony® nominee Adam Pascal)

keeps getting all the hits. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same

time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first MUSICAL! With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul,

SOMETHING ROTTEN! is “The Producers + Spamalot + The Book of Mormon. Squared!” (New York Magazine).

2) AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Sept/Oct 2017-ORPHEUM is the new Tony Award®-winning musical about an American soldier, a

mysterious French girl, and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war. Acclaimed

director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect

harmony with unforgettable songs from George & Ira Gershwin in the show that earned more awards than any other musical in 2015.

3) Disney’s ALADDIN-Nov/Jan 2018 - ORPHEUM From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of Aladdin, a

thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical

event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

Hailed by USA Today as “Pure Genie-Us,” ALADDIN features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by

Tony® and Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (Newsies) with lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman (Beauty and the

Beast), Tony Award winner Tim Rice (The Lion King, Aida), and book writer Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer). Directed and

choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten!), this “Fabulous” and

“Extravagant” (The New York Times) new musical boasts an incomparable design team, with sets, costumes and lighting from Tony

Award winners Bob Crowley (Mary Poppins), Gregg Barnes (Kinky Boots), and Natasha Katz (An American in Paris).

4) THE COLOR PURPLE – May 2018-ORPHEUM is the 2016 Tony Award® winner for Best Musical Revival! Hailed as “a

direct hit to the heart” (The Hollywood Reporter), this joyous American classic has conquered Broadway in an all-new "ravishingly

reconceived production that is a glory to behold” (The New York Times) directed by Tony winner John Doyle. With a soul-raising

score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE gives an exhilarating new spirit to this Pulitzer Prize-winning story.

Don’t miss this stunning re-imagining of an epic story about a young woman’s journey to love and triumph in the American South.

It’s the musical sensation that New York Magazine calls “one of the greatest revivals ever.”

5) SCHOOL OF ROCK - June/July 2018 – ORPHEUM is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and AN INSPIRING JOLT OF

ENERGY, JOY AND MAD SKILLZ! (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey

Finn,a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping,

mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, all the original songs

from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. Vanity Fair raves,

6) ON YOUR FEET - Sept/Oct 2018 – GOLDEN GATE From their humble beginnings in Cuba, Emilio and Gloria Estefan came to

America and broke through all barriers to become a crossover sensation at the very top of the pop music world. But just when they

thought they had it all, they almost lost everything. From international superstardom to life-threatening tragedy, ON YOUR FEET!

takes you behind the music and inside the real story of this record-making and groundbreaking couple who, in the face of adversity,

found a way to end up on their feet. Directed by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), with choreography by

Olivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys) and an original book by Academy Award® winner Alexander Dinelaris

(Birdman), ON YOUR FEET! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century.

7) WAITRESS – Oct/Nov 2018-GOLDEN GATE Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this irresistible

new hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles ("Brave," "Love Song"), a book by acclaimed

screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (Hair, Pippin, Finding Neverland). "It's

an empowering musical of the highest order!" raves the Chicago Tribune. Inspired by Adrienne Shelly's beloved film, WAITRESS

tells the story of Jenna - a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A

baking contest in a nearby county and the town's new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer

their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life.

8) THE BOOK OF MORMAN – Feb/March 2018 – ORPHEUM - The New York Times calls it "the best musical of this century."

The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A:

the funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It's THE BOOK OF

MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a

mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. Now with standing room only productions

in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.

Contains explicit language.


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*TRIP POLICIES, PROCEDURES & PROGRAMS* PROCEDURES FOR SIGNING UP FOR TRIPS: YOU MAY SIGNUP AS SOON AS YOU RECEIVE THE NEWSETTE! BUS INFORMATION When riding on our chartered buses, you are not allowed to walk around while bus is in motion. Please bring

a small bottle of water if you require some while on a trip. Please, no talking to the bus driver while he/she is driving. Please wear your name badge while on trips and at events. No drinking of alcohol or smoking allowed on the bus. Bus restrooms are for emergencies only! NO PARKING IN COMMUNITY CENTER LOT FOR TRIPS.

PAYMENTS & REFUNDS Cash and checks are gladly accepted. CURRENTLY, WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS.

100% refund if you cancel before deadline date; NO REFUND if you cancel after deadline unless we can fill your seat you will receive 90% back (unless there are additional charges from the tour company OR if you cancel the day of the tour). Checks returned to our office will be charged a $10 fee in addition to your bank’s fee. Refund checks will take 2 weeks to process.

TRIP RESERVATIONS – MAIL-IN REQUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED!!! Reservations taken over the phone for NEW trips will be

accepted on first day of signups after 12Noon. You may either come into the Goldenaires office or mail in your requests! PLEASE INCLUDE A SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RETURN OF YOUR RECEIPT. No envelope, receipt in office.

GUESTS ARE WELCOMED ON TRIPS & EVENTS Guests (ADULTS ONLY-over 21 yrs) are allowed on trips, dinners and luncheons. Non-members must pay an additional $10 for trips (and sign a release form) and dinners/ luncheons an extra $5.00. BINGO-18 years of age.

PERFUME, AFTER-SHAVE AND COLOGNE ARE NOT ALLOWED ON TRIPS! Please refrain from using strong scented perfumes &

cologne while riding on the bus. We appreciate your cooperation & consideration of others.

BE ON TIME : **Reminder - when trip escort tells you the time to re-board the bus, please be on time – don’t make passengers wait. Escorts have been instructed to leave passengers – therefore, late passenger will have to pay for their transportation home! Being on time also pertains to classes- Exercise, driving, workshops, etc -thank you!

BE COURTEOUS TO MEMBERS Please limit use of cell phones on bus trips. Calling for your ride home is acceptable, but not a lengthy

conversation. In addition, please cover your mouth when coughing – germs spread like “wild-fire” when on a bus/plane.

REMINDER ABOUT PARKING! NO PARKING in the Community Center or Safeway parking lots while on bus trips. If you are being

picked up after a trip, please have your driver pick you up at the Center and NOT Park and Ride. The Center parking lot is for participants (Goldenaires) while in the building, participating in a class, doing business with the office or Bingo.

GIFT CERTIFICATES We have gift certificates that can be applied to any activity, class, Bingo, trip or event that we offer.

MEMORIAL FUND – San Rafael Goldenaires-501 (c) 3 - Non Profit Organization - #59-3837185

San Rafael Goldenaires Organization appreciates all bequests, whether large or small. All gifts either in memory of a loved one, a friend or in your estate helps with the continued programs and success of this organization. For many of our deceased members, their families have listed the Goldenaires as a recipient to send donations. We deeply appreciate your support as these monies allow us to offer programs and services at either a reduced cost or no cost to the members. Your donations are tax deductible. Thank you!

HOMESHARE PROGRAM: Free referral service matching seniors who have rooms to rent with people seeking affordable housing.

Contact Leslie Klor, Episcopal Senior Communities at Whistlestop 415-456 9062 ext. 132.

MARIN ACCESS – TRANSPORTAION CHOICES – 1) VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: 415-454-0902 Provides transportation for seniors and ADA eligible riders in Eastern Marin. Provides mileage reimbursement to driver-($0.35 per mile) 100 miles/mo, 300 in West Marin. 2) CATCH-A-RIDE: Allows Marin residents who are age 80 and older as well as residents 60 and older who no longer drive to

receive a subsidy to ride on Taxis and other licenses vehicles within Marin. $14 subsidy toward rides ($18 if low income). 8 one-way rides a month. Information call 855-760-0920. 3) MARIN ACCESS PARATRANSIT: Marin residents who are unable to ride public transit due to a disability. Door to Door Service. Ride Share Program. Information call: 415-454-0902.

MARIN MEDICAL EQUIPMENT RECYCLERS: is a locally run volunteer non-profit based in San Rafael. They accept donations of clean &

usable medical equipment & supplies & give them to individuals in our community. To donate items: Wednesdays ONLY- 11:00-2:00PM 3100 Kerner Blvd., San Rafael. Information: 415-388-8198.

DRIVE for WHITLESTOP CARE POOL-Volunteer To Drive-Drive Marin County neighbors-in-need to medical appointments & grocery store.

Sign-up & accept rides through email. 415-456-9062, ext. 117 or Email: [email protected] RIDE with WHISTLESTOP CARE POOL-Get a FREE RIDE to medical appointments & to grocery store - If 65 years or older, a person with

disabilities, a Marin resident, able to travel in a passenger vehicle-requesting a ride is a phone call away! Call: 415-454-0902 or EMAIL: [email protected]



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JUNE 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

ALL PROGRAMS & CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT THE SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY CENTER UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

1 Bocce League Computers 10:30-11:30

2 Wood 9-12Noon

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Crafts 12:00-3pm Bocce(open play) 9-4

3

4 5 Painting 12-3:30

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bridge 10:45-3pm Chair Aerob. 12:35-1:25 EX BD MTG 9:30am Bocce League

6 Painting 9-3:30 Mahjong 9:30-12pm Poker 12:15-3:30pm Bocce (open play) 9-4

7 Bocce League

Good Earth Lunch 11am BINGO 12 Noon

ROMAN HOLIDAY

8

Bocce League Computers 10:30-11:30 Brain Fitness Workshop

10:30-11:30AM

9 Wood 9-12Noon

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Crafts 12:00-3pm Bocce open play 9-4

10

11 DELTA KING CRUISE

9

12 Painting 12-3:30

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bridge 10:45-3pm Chair Aerob. 12:35-1:25 Bocce League

13 Painting 9-3:30

Mahjong 9:30-12pm Poker 12:15-3:30pm Bocce (open play) 9-4

NEWSETTE

14 Bocce League

Good Earth Lunch 11am BINGO 12 Noon

Flag Day

15 HICAP 1-4pm Bocce League Computers 10:30-11:30

OAKLAND ZOO

16 Wood 9-10:30AM

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Crafts 12:30-3pm

Bocce open play 9-4 SUMMER SPLASH LUNCHEON

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18 Happy Father’s Day!

19 Painting 12-3:30 Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bridge 10:45-3pm Chair Aerob. 12:35-1:25 Bocce League

20 Painting 9-3:30


21 Bocce League

Summer Begins

22 Bocce League Computers 10:30-11:30

23 Wood 9-12Noon

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bocce (open play) 10-3 Crafts 12:00-3pm

Bocce open play 9-4

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25

SUNDAY DANCE 2-5Pm

26 Painting 12-3:30

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bridge 10:45-3pm Chair Aerob. 12:35-1:25 Bocce League

27 Painting 9-3:30


28 Bocce League Good Earth Lunch 11am GENERAL MTG 11:45 BINGO 12 Noon

29 Bocce League

30 Wood 9-12Noon

Exercise 9:30-11 Mat 11:15-12:15 Bocce (open play) 10-3 Crafts 12:00-3pm

Bocce open play 9-4

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San Rafael Goldenaires, Inc. San Rafael Community Services Dept. 618 “B” Street San Rafael, CA 94901

CURRENT RESIDENT OR

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER FOR 2017! Please read the Newsette - dates are subject to change & more activities may be added!

Many thanks are extended to the following agencies/businesses that are advertising in our Newsette. Please support these agencies (if not using them yourselves), but by referring friends and family members if they are in need of their services.

BARBARA’S TRAVEL

Hawaii, South America,

Caribbean, Africa, and

Tours to Europe

Call For YOUR Destination

Toll Free at 866-462-7887

[email protected]

All activities held at the San Rafael

Community Center

Summer Splash Lunch-June 16th

LUAU Lunch- July 14th

Chinese Lunch-August 4th

Monday Night Bingo-August 14th

PICNIC – September 8th

OKTOBERFEST - October 20th

Senior Information Fair –

October 25th

Craft Fair – November 3rd

HOLIDAY GALA- December 8th

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage

San Rafael, CA 94901

Permit No. 147

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