Keep this schedule as your monthly reference guide to classes, workshops & activities
MAY 2022
WEEKLY CLASSES & ACTIVITIES In-person classes held at Vivalon’s Healthy Aging Center, 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael 94901. For more information regarding the classes and activities below, please see descriptions on pages 2-4. Questions? Call Vivalon Guest Services at: 415-456-9062 or go to Vivalon.org/calendar to register for in person classes or join remote classes.
All classes are offered FREE of charge unless noted. * Age Friendly Center Classes & Activities To register for all Age Friendly Center classes, please visit agefriendlycenter.org/classes
9:30am – 11:30am 10:00am – 10:45am
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Mahjongg with Gillian Zumba
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10:00am – 11:30am BINGO with Penny 10:00am – 12:00pm Resource Office with Kelly (drop-ins and by appointment) 10:30am – 1:00pm Manicures with Christy (by appointment only) 10:30am – 12:00pm Talking Tech 4 Seniors (reservation required) 11:00am – 12:00pm Whistlesizers (Sit & Be Fit) 11:30am – 12:30pm Guitar – Beginner 12:00pm – 1:00pm Basics of Ukulele Workshop 1:30pm – 4:30pm Mahjongg New Beginner Group (To join email mahjonggmarin@gmail.com)* 1:30pm – 4:30pm Mahjongg On-going Intermediate Group (To join email mahjonggmarin@gmail.com)* 4:00pm – 5:00pm Relax and Rejuvenate with Perry (fee for members $40 & non-members $60 for 4 classes) 10:00am – 10:45am 10:00am – 12:00pm 11:00am – 12:00pm 12:30pm – 1:30pm 1:00pm – 3:00pm 2:00pm – 3:00pm 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Zumba Computer Tutor with Howard (by appointment) Ukulele – Beginner Ukulele – Intermediate Massages by Rabel (with fee & for appointments call 415-419-4608) Chair Yoga with Weights (sign up at agefriendlycenter.org/classes)* Estate Planning Workshop Series (May 25)
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10:00am – 12:00pm 11:00am – 12:00pm 11:00am – 1:30pm 11:30am – 1:30pm 1:00pm – 3:00pm 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Resource Office with Kelly (drop-ins and by appointment) Whistlesizers (Sit & Be Fit) May Luau Luncheon (Mary 19) Hula Massage by Rabel (with fee & for appointments call 415-419-4608) Drum Circle
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11:00am – 12:00pm 1:00pm – 3:00pm 2:00pm – 4:00pm 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Whistlesizers (Sit & Be Fit) Massage by Rabel (with fee & for appointments call 415-419-4608) Ping Pong Yoga
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HOSPICE BY THE BAY IS NOW
Vivalon
We are welcoming a new instructor to our Vivalon family.
Perry King has been professionally teaching Pilates, yoga, and strength training for over 30 years. Perry created PerrysPLANit to help people plan time for daily nourishment of mind and body. She incorporates different modalities of healing including breath, movement and balance. Her experience includes bringing together thought leaders in the fields of environmental education, health and fitness, theatre, community activism, nutrition and meditation and leading group exercise at the Baptiste yoga retreat at Green Gulch Zen Center. Experience our new Relax and Rejuvenate with Perry class based on the PerrysPLANit* method of guided meditation and gentle movement. The four-part series begins Tuesday May 3rd with a fee of $40 for members and $60 for non-members that covers all interactive sessions presented on Zoom. Participants are invited to engage in this rejuvenating afternoon class while enjoying a relaxing cup of tea on Tuesday afternoons 4:00–5:00 pm from May 3–24. IN THE
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HOLIDAY CLOSURE The Healthy Aging Center will be closed Vivalon C L A S S E S in observance of the Memorial Day & ACTIVITIES Holiday Monday May 30, 2022. Check out the classes and activities currently offered in person and/or remote. Most classes are offered FREE of charge.
VIVALON CONNECTIONS MAY 2022
May Luau Luncheon
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Thursday May 19 | 11:00am–1:30pm Join us for a luau including a Hawaiian style meal, hula performances by members from our very own hula class and a raffle for fresh leis and a ukulele! Don’t miss this festive opportunity to gather and celebrate with friends. Tickets are $12 members/$15 non-members and reservations are required. Make your reservation by May 16.
Vitality@Vivalon
Thursdays 10:00am–12:00pm June 16–August 4 This healthy aging program is designed to give participants a baseline assessment of their current health, then provide information,
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tools, and support to encourage a shift toward new habits that can improve overall health and promote healthy aging. Our eight week long interactive group sessions facilitated by qualified healthy aging educators covers various health topics discussed in a supportive environment designed to engage and educate participants.
Talking Tech 4 Seniors Tuesdays | 10:30am–12:00pm
Reservation Required Talking Tech 4 Seniors continues with a new session. Learn how to use your smartphone better and how to share your great photos. During the Talking Tech 4 Seniors classes, you’ll learn tips and tricks to use a computer and mobile device to access the internet and better connect with the world. Join all classes from the start or join just the classes you need.
Zumba with Jimna
Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00am–10:45am New day and time in May! Do you like to exercise to music? How about trying Zumba and get fit while you dance and move to the groove! Beginning in May classes will be Monday and Wednesday mornings. Join Jimna for a rhythmic and fun workout!
Funding for these programs, at least in part, is made available by the Older Americans Act, administered locally by the Marin Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Adult
Vivalon
Estate Planning Workshop Series
May 25 | 4:00pm–5:00pm Topic: Tax Efficient Charitable Giving & WORKSHOPS Presenters: Charles M. Haynor, CFA and Brian Frack, CFP, Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management Call 415-456-9062 x 4800 or email donations@ vivalon.org to register for this free workshop.
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Caring Connections
Feeling isolated or alone? Feeling misunor of limited value? Quality and SOCIAL derstood meaningful interactions can help when feeling PROGRAMS lonely. Our Caring Connections Program, brought to you in Partnership with LITA (Love is the Answer) matches you with a compassionate volunteer to provide the support you need. Contact us at 415-456-9062 to get in touch today. Vivalon
Age-Friendly Intergenerational Center
Vivalon and Age-Friendly Intergenerational Center have partnered to offer some classes at Vivalon. Take a look at some of the additional classes available and register online only at age-friendlycenter.org/classes.
Albert J. Boro Community Center Partnership
The Albert J. Boro Community Center and Vivalon are once again partnering to bring older adults together for lively activities and events. The Albert J. Boro Community Center often referred to as the center of the Canal serves as a gathering place for the Canal neighborhood, the center provides classes, activities and events including martial arts, dance, open-gym sports, and art classes for children, adults and older adults. In the coming months we will be offering new classes and activities for older adults in the areas of healthy aging, outings to county parks and opportunities for social connection. To learn more call the Albert J. Boro Community Center at 415-485-3077 or Vivalon Guest Services at 415-456-9062.
An Afternoon on the Nile
Thursday June 16 | 11:00am–1:30pm Join us for an exotic afternoon on the Nile featuring a belly dance performance by Dhyanis who has taught, performed and studied belly dance for over 35 years. Also, enjoy festive Mediterranean cuisine prepared by our very own Stacy Scott, chef to the celebrities! Tickets are $12 members/$15 non-members and reservations are required. Call Guest Services at 415-456-9062 to make your reservation by June 13.
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