55 & Beyond: October 2025 by Burbank Parks and Recreation

Joslyn Adult Center & Tuttle Senior Center News

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OCTOBER UPDATES

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on February 19th in observance of President’s Day.

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Senior Centers will be closed on January 15th in observance of Martin

Happy early Halloween everyone! Whether you choose to decorate your house in spooky or silly decor, stay in and watch some classic horror movies, or just veto the holiday all together, we hope you’ll hang out with us for this month. Stay tuned and we’ll have some bone-chilling fun events to get you in the scary spirit!

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on Monday March 31st in observance of Dolores Huerta Day

This year also marks the start of the City’s 100 Centennial Celebration! Our lovely Parks and Recreation Department was established 100 years ago, and what better way to ring in a new year than with amazing events and merchandise celebrating our wonderful city! As the year unfolds, keep a lookout on our Burbank website for information on how we plan to celebrate our Centennial year, to learn more and to purchase some Centennial gear, visit our website: https:// www.burbankca.gov/web/parks-recreation/burbank-parkscentennial

The Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed Sunday, April 20th in observance of Easter.

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.

Both Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Center are packing in a bunch of amazing events in October. From health presentations, to class series; there is something for everyone. Be sure to check in with the center to stay up to date on the ever-evolving list of programs and activities. The “On the Move” program holds trips every month right out of Joslyn. They take a group of people to places such as museums, art exhibits, outlet malls and so much more. Be sure to check out their ad on the “Joslyn and Tuttle” events pages to learn more about how to join in on their trips!

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on July 4th in observance of Independence Day

The sta at Tuttle and Joslyn Adult Centers wish you a Happy Summer!

For the most up-to-date information on classes, events, and our monthly presentations, please visit Joslyn and Tuttle or check out our website: www.burbankca.gov/adults55

-Joslyn and Tuttle Staff

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on September 2nd in observance of Labor Day

The sta at Tuttle and Joslyn Adult Centers wish you a Happy Halloween!!

JOSLYN ADULT CENTER

1301 W Olive Ave Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 238-5353 MON-THUR FRI SAT SUN 8AM - 8PM 8AM - 6PM 9AM - 1PM 12PM - 4PM

FACILITY HOURS

TUTTLE SENIOR CENTER

1731 N Ontario St Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 238-5367

FACILITY HOURS

- FRI SAT SUN 9AM - 2:30PM CLOSED CLOSED

SENIOR BOARD MEETING

Joslyn Adult Center Wednesday, October 22nd 1:00pm

Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to the meeting and can be found on the bulletin board on the backside of City Hall and online at BurbankCA.gov

Joslyn and Tuttle Senior Centers will be closed on January 1st in observance of New

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The History Behind Halloween

Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2025 will occur on Friday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the 8th century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween.

What is the History of Halloween?

Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). The Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago, mostly in the area that is now Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France, celebrated their new year on November 1.

This day marked the end of summer and the harvest and the beginning of the dark, cold winter, a time of year that was often associated with human death. Celts believed that on the night before the new year, the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead became blurred. On the night of October 31 they celebrated Samhain, when it was believed that the ghosts of the dead returned to earth.

In addition to causing trouble and damaging crops, Celts thought that the presence of the otherworldly spirits made it easier for the Druids, or Celtic priests, to make predictions about the future. For a people entirely dependent on the volatile natural world, these prophecies were an important source of comfort during the long, dark winter.

To commemorate the event, Druids built huge sacred bonfires, where people gathered to burn crops and animals as sacrifices to the Celtic deities. During the celebration, the Celts wore costumes, typically consisting of animal heads and skins, and attempted to tell each other’s fortunes.

When the celebration was over, they re-lit their hearth fires, which they had extinguished earlier that evening, from the sacred bonfire to help protect them during the coming winter.

How Did Halloween Start in America

The celebration of Halloween was extremely limited in colonial New England because of the rigid Protestant belief systems there. Halloween was more commonly recognized in Maryland and the southern colonies.

As the beliefs and customs of different European ethnic groups and American Indians meshed, a distinctly American version of Halloween began to emerge. The first celebrations included “play parties,” which were public events held to celebrate the harvest. Neighbors would share stories of the dead, tell each other’s fortunes, dance and sing.

Colonial Halloween festivities also featured the telling of ghost stories and mischief-making of all kinds. By the middle of the 19th century, annual autumn festivities were common, but Halloween was not yet celebrated everywhere in the country.

In the second half of the 19th century, America was flooded with new immigrants. These new immigrants, especially the millions of Irish fleeing the Irish Potato Famine, helped to popularize the celebration of Halloween nationally.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Basic Fitness

Tuesdays & Wednesdays at Joslyn

Tu 9:00am-10:00am I We 8:30am-9:30am

This exercise class is designed for all fitness levels. It follows a CD that instructs the group. There is no equipment needed for this exercise class. Only a chair is required, which is already provided for participants. This workout class focuses on accessing every joint, working your body from head to toe. Just like all our other workout classes, this one is suitable for all levels of athleticism and mobility. Each exercise can be modified depending on individual ability, comfortability, and mobility. If you want a good, staple workout class to get your body in the moving, we recommend grabbing a chair!

Hula Dancing

Thursdays at Joslyn 9:45am-11:30am

Have you ever been to Hawaii, or watches Hula dancers and thought that you might want to learn how to do the Hula? The Senior Hula Dancers of Joslyn meets every Thursday morning. Together in an atmosphere of friendship, fun and Aloha spirit, they practice the art of Hula, the dance of Hawaii. Beginners meet at 9:45am to learn some basic step patterns. From 10:00-10:30am, they work on one of their easier dances. From 10:30-11:30am, the intermediate and advanced class learns and practices more intricate , but beautiful dances. However, simply doing the Hula is not all the class offers, stop by to see what else is in store.

12:30pm-2:30pm French

Fridays at Joslyn

Bonjour everyone! Mademoiselle Forno would like to invite you to learn the beautiful language of French. You won’t only learn the language, but the culture as well! This is a two-hour introductory class, which is deisgned to develop your listening, speaking and writing skills in French. This class does not have or require any materials, any materials needed for the class are provided by the instructor through email, you may also pick them up from the Front Office if you do not have the means to print them out. This class is perfect for anyone wanting to learn French for the first time, or perhaps you’re refreshing your French!

JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS

Diabetes Management

Presented by Michael Polisky, MD - Endocrinology

10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S

JOSLYN & TUTTLE EVENTS

CARICATURE

DRAWING CLASS

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Our October 2025 trip will be offered again on two dates. One is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025 and the second will be on the following Wednesday, November 5, 2025. We will be traveling to Los Angeles Union Station for a Metro Art Moves: Art and Architecture Tour. You will be able to explore the iconic Union Station with its rich history. We will take the Burbank Bus - Pink Route to the B Line at Universal Metro Station. We will travel to directly Union Station. The tour should last about an hour. We are limited to the number of travelers we may take with us so sign up is REQUIRED. Please sign up by October 19, 2025.

Requirements:

You MUST sign a Metro waiver form at time of trip. You MUST have a current Burbank Active Card with a bus stamp and a valid Metro TAP card with stored cash value.

You MUST sign up by calling Barbara DeVall or emailing Maria Kerrigan to be included in this trip.

• Wear your walking shoes and comfortable travel clothing.

• Bring a hat and a bottle of water since we will be out and about.

• Bring a bag lunch or credit card/cash for lunch.

Meet at Burbank Joslyn Center at the main desk at 8:45am

Return to Burbank Joslyn Center approximately 3:30pm

If you are interested in joining us, please contact us. Our contact information is: Barbara DeVall 818-636-3417 or Maria Kerrigan BurbankTravelBuddy@yahoo.com OTMRP Travel Buddies for Burbank Joslyn Center

*** = Appointment/RSVP must be made

OCTOBER EVENTS

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1:00pmAlzheimer’s Support Group

10:00am - Young at Heart Club = Tuttle Senior Center

10:00amAltamed

10:00am - Bet Tzedek Appointments *** = Joslyn Adult Center

6:30pm - Coin Club

12:30pm - Sunday Matinee Dance

8:00amOktoberfest Trip

8:15am - Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament

11:30amMedicare Updates 11:30am - Metro Life Program

1:00pm - Pierce Brothers Presentation

11:30amDiabetes Management Presentation

4:00pm - Burbank University Women

1:00pmAlzheimer’s Support Group Burbank University of Women’s CPK Fundraiser

11:00am - Fall Risk Assessments

10:00am - Regal Medicare 101 Presentation

10:00am - 10 Warning SIgns of Alzheimers Presentation

12:30pm - Sunday Matinee Dance

9:15am - Texas Hold’em Tournament

8:45am - On the Move Trip

9:00am - California Avocado Festival Trip 9:45am - Valley Porcelain Artists

10:00amCaricature Drawing

12:00pm - Exercise Dance + Class

9:00am - Hearing Screening*** 1:00pm - T-Shirt Painting Class

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10:00am - Halloween Party

7 Bean Soup

Meatloaf with Gravy

Beef Stew Orange Chicken Frozen Meal over Polenta Snap Peas Cantaloupe

Green Beans Quinoa

Mango Papaya Kiwi

Mushroom Chicken Fish Tacos Frozen Meal

Egg Salad Sweet Potato Broccoli

Black Beans Pear over Lettuce & Tomato Cauliflower

Whole Grain Bread Whole Grain Bread

Apple

Blueberries

Butternut Squash Soup Moroccan Chicken

Brown Rice

Pineapple

Mango Salsa Whole Grain Bread

Citrus Slaw

Corn Tortillas

Raisins

Vegetable Frittata Baked Penne Frozen Meal

Roast Beef or Turkey Stewed Chickpeas Baked Potato Broccoli Banana

Lettuce & Tomato Whole Grain Couscous

Beet Salad Cantaloupe

Orange

Whole Grain Bread

Tomato Soup Baked Fish

Chinese Chicken Salad

Tangerine Peaches

Grape Juice

Whole Grain Bread Whole Grain Bread

Beef Stroganoff Tahini Chicken Frozen Meal

Butternut Squash over Whole Grain Penne Carrots Apple with Edamame, Cilantro, Barley

Peas

Green Onion, & Mandarin Kiwi Cantaloupe

Sesame Dressing

Mango

Whole Grain Bread

Minestrone Soup Mongolian Beef

Turkey Sandwich over Chow Mein

Spinach & Tomato Stir Fried Cabbage

Potato Salad Apricots

Whole Grain Polenta

Orange

Whole Grain Bread

Garlic Lemon Chicken Bats & Cobwebs Frozen Meal

Peppers & Onions Broccoli Pear

Whole Grain Couscous Poison Apple

Pita Bread

Garlic Bread

Whole Grain Bread Banana Pumpkin Spice Cookie

Kiwi

Subject to Change Without Notice♦

This calendar reflects the day meals are prepared. All

Whole Grain Bread

The Senior Nutrition Program is funded, in part or in whole, by the Los Angeles County Department of Aging & Disabilites

NUTRITION SERVICES

HYBRID MEAL DISTRIBUTION

The City of Burbank Nutrition Program is practicing a Hybrid Meal Distribution. All three nutrition sites are now open for dinein! However, program participants may choose to take their meals to-go.

• 5 meals are served each week: 2 hot meals, 2 cold meals, and 1 frozen meal alongside milk, juice, fruit, and bread.

• Tables are sanitized; disposable utensils are provided.

• Bringing a cooler or insulated bag is encouraged.

• Patrons must first enroll in the

HOME DELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM

The City of Burbank Home Delivered Meals Program provides homebound individuals with:

• 5 to 7 nutritious meals per week in addition to milk, juice, fruit and bread

• Voluntary suggested donation is $3.00

The HDM Program is currently accepting applications. To qualify, applicants must be:

• A Burbank resident

• At least 60 years of age

• Evaluated by staff to determine need and eligibility

Lunch Pick-up

Effective October 2023, the Hybrid meal distribution program will offer dinein meals on Monday through Thursday from 11:00- 12noon.,and Friday will receive frozen meals. Grab and Go meal distribution will remain the same, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 11a.m. to 12:00. Ages 60+ = $2 suggested donation

Lunches are now available at:

Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W Olive Ave 818 238 5357

Tuttle Senior Center 1731 N Ontario St 818 238 5367

McCambridge Recreation Center 1515 N Glenoaks Blvd 818.238.5365

Only the eligible seniors who received the advance confirmation with the Nutrition office can participate in dine -in or Grab and Go meal distribution Please contact the nutrition office for more detail information

To enroll in the meal program, call the location from which you would like to pick up. After submitting an application, a start date will be given. Must be 60+ to qualify. Suggested $2 donation for EACH meal.

For more information and/or enrollment, please call (818) 238-5366.

The mission of the Elderly Nutrition Program is to improve the well-being of older adults and help older adults remain independent and in their communities by providing nutritious meals and socialization.

The menu writing specifications and requirements are developed by the County of Los Angeles Area Agency on Aging. This helps facilitate the menu writing process annually and encourages agencies and caterers to meet the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) included in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 20202025. The menu is set for a six week cycle. The approved menu by the Los Angeles County dietitian assists us and our project dietitian in providing nutritious, appetizing, and high

NUTRITION

GO BELOW or

Keep Home Refrigerator at 40° or Below

Refrigerate Foods

Within Two Hours

Thaw Foods Properly

Temperatures of 40° F or below will slow the growth of foodborne bacteria, which can grow rapidly at warmer temperatures. It’s important to chill foods promptly and properly to prevent the growth of harmful microbes.

Keep Home Refrigerator at 40° F or Below

• A constant home refrigerator temperature of 40° F or below is one of the most effective ways to reduce the riskof foodborne illness and slow the growth of harmful bacteria.

• Use a refrigerator thermometer to ensure the temperature is consistently 40° F or below. Refrigerator thermometers are tools that stay in your refrigerator to display actual temperatures (separate from refrigerator dials).

• Don’t go too low: As temperatures approach 32° F, ice crystals can form and lower the quality of foods.

• Keep your refrigerator clean, too: To prevent the spread of harmful bacteria, wipe spills immediately. Regularly clean the inside of your fridge with hot water and liquid soap, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towels.

• For more information on safe refrigeration temperatures, check out our Go 40° F or Below fact sheet and special brochures for expecting mothers and seniors at fightbac.org.

Store & Thaw Food Safely

• Separate leftovers into small, shallow containers for faster cooling.

• Refrigerate or freeze perishables, prepared foods and leftovers within 2 hours of purchase or use (1 hour when temps are over 90° F).

• Consume or freeze refrigerated leftovers within 3 to 4 days. Toss after 4 days.

• Thaw and marinate foods in the fridge, not at room temperature.

Keep Your Refrigerator Clean

• Wipe spills immediately

• Regularly clean inside with hot water and liquid soap and dry with paper towels to minimize cross-contamination.

1. Follow thermometer manufacturer instructions for ideal placement.

2. Make sure the thermometer reads 40° F or below. Some events may cause temporary readings over 40° F, such as:

• Initial placement

• Door open for an extended time

• Hot foods recently placed inside

• automatic defrost cycles: Check temperature as soon as it turns on, when it’s at its highest temperature.

RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+

BURBANK BUS

Burbank Bus Senior & Disabled Transit provides transportation service to Burbank residents age 60 or over or disabled (with doctor’s certification). This service offers efficient, comfortable, and reliable transportation within the City of Burbank. Reservations are required.

For more information and updated hours of operation, contact: (818) 238-5360.

SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE

The Senior Resource Guide provides a listing of agencies and organizations in the Burbank community and surrounding cities offering services to older adults and their families.

Go to www.BurbankCA.gov/Adults55 and click on “Resources” or Scan the QR Code to gain access to the most up-todate Senior Resource Guide.

BET

TZEDEK

LEGAL SERVICES AT JOSLYN

Bet Tzedek is a non-profit organization that aims to help improve the safety and quality of life for older adults.

Need assistance with the following issues:

Abuse/safety concerns

Conservatorship/guardianship

Consumer issues/fraud

Employment issue or IRS dispute

Foreclosure/real estate fraud

Health care directives/advance planning

Housing conditions/discrimination

IHSS (in-home support) disputes

Landlord-tenant issues

Public benefits

RESOURCES FOR ADULTS 55+

HEARING SCREENINGS

1st Wednesday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am

Appointments are strongly recommended, call 818.238.5353. Walk-ins if time permits.

Need help with your cell phone or tablet?

Make an appointment with one of our Gadget Tutors. Call 818.238.5353

OCTOBER “SPOT THE DIFFERENCE” PUZZLE (ANSWERS ON BACK PAGE)

The pictures below have 10 differences, can you find them all?

COMING IN NOVEMBER

OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM (OAHMP)

Are you interested in reducing your risk of falling? Would you like to be more proactive about your health so that you can be more independent and live safely in your home? Join us at the Joslyn Adult Center on November 13th at 12PM to learn more about our NO COST fall prevention workshops and home modification programs Your fall prevention journey starts today!