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Dance to the Big Band Sounds

Don't miss this annual dance event! Have fun dancing to a musical tribute to the 50's presented by Alive Music Orchestra supported by the non-profit Vaca Jazz Society. Enjoy a variety of light delicious snacks and win drawing prizes. For more information, call 469-6660. 21620 S 10/16 4:00pm-7:00pm $11 Deadline to register 10/18

Holiday Connection: Senior Santa

A HUGE thank you to Kaiser Permanente for their generous sponsorship of Active Aging!

Grandparents Day

Ages 8+ Celebrate Grandparents' Day by making memories with your grandchild or loved ones! Bring a cherished 4x6 picture of a special someone and create a perfect frame for that memory. 4x6 frames, craft supplies, light snacks, and refreshments will be provided at this fun event. 21622 F 9/10 4:00pm-6:00pm $9 per person Deadline to register 8/31

Wellness Expo

Learn the tools you need to live a healthier and happier life. Resources provided by several local businesses and health experts. The expo will have free hearing, vision, and blood pressure screening, snacks, and more! Admission is free, and free transportation to the expo is provided by City Coach (fixed route only). 21599 M 10/4 8:30am-12:00pm Free

Nonprofit Vendor

21649 $35

Regular Vendor

21669 $65

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Bring cheer to seniors this holiday season! The Senior Santa program provides seniors in Vacaville with a gift for the holidays. If you would like to be involved in this joyous program, we are looking for sponsors, shoppers, and gift deliverers. For more information, to donate or volunteer, please call the Holiday Connection at (707) 708-0577.

To donate to this great cause, please make checks payable to: The Holiday Connection, Friends of Seniors, C/O McBride Center, 91 Town Square Place, Vacaville, CA 95688. Walk your way to making a difference in the life of a person with Alzheimer’s! Join the McBride Senior Center Team as we walk, share stories and create support for this important cause. Questions? Call (707) 469-6673. 21616 S 10/16 8:00am-12:00pm Free

Thanksgiving Dinner

Come celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends. Turkey dinner and all the trimmings will be prepared and served by our staff and volunteers. Sign up early as space is limited to four per party. Deadline to register is 11/9. For reservations, call (707) 469-6660. Thursday, November 25 from 12:00-1:30pm Free McBride Center

Friends of Seniors

Active Aging Membership

Senior Center membership is open to all interested individuals for a nominal annual membership fee, and is not required to participate in classes/events/trips regardless of age. For Active Aging Membership Information Call (707) 469-6673

New Membership Incentives for 2022:

Join between January and June of 2022 and receive these benefits: • 1 free drop-in exercise class of your choice • $5 off all day trips • Entry to win free membership for 2023 • Exclusive access to annual Membership Appreciation event • Hard copy of McBride Megaphone

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1 Year Membership $25/1 year from date of purchase

You don’t have to be an Active Aging member to participate in classes, events or trips at the McBride Center.

Members Only Appreciation Event

Come enjoy the perks of being an Active Aging member—a free party! Socialize and eat tasty hors d'oeuvres in this casual party setting. 21615 F 12/9 12:00pm-2:00pm Free Deadline to register 11/15

Intergenerational Golf Lessons

Ages 18+ This is a great refresher series if you’ve been away from the game for awhile or if you’re a brand new golfer. We’ll cover swing fundamentals, including short game, full swing irons and woods in addition to learning the variety of clubs used for different shots. Practice balls and clubs provided for the lessons. 21682 T 9/7-9/28 10:00am-11:00am $150 21683 T 10/5-10/26 10:00am-11:00am $150 21684 T 11/2-11/30 10:00am-11:00am $150 Instructor: Sandra Karse Location: TBD

Painting Classes

Get inspired and dip into this exciting medium. Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting including design, composition and color. Participants receive individual attention and are encouraged to work at their own pace while enjoying the fellowship of other students. A supply list is available at the time of registration. 21663 T 9/7-9/28 10:00am-12:30pm $57 21664 T 10/5-10/26 10:00am-12:30pm $57 21673 T 11/2-11/30 10:00am-12:30pm $72 Instructor: Sandy Imperatori

Active Aging Voice Classes

Discover techniques to prepare and equip yourself to be the best vocalist you can be. This class covers all singing styles from classical through contemporary with vocal exercises, class participation, and performances. Instructor provides materials list at first class. Registration deadline is the Friday before the start of each session. 21671 T 9/7-9/28 11:00am-12:00pm $68 21672 T 10/5-10/26 11:00am-12:00pm $68 21677 T 11/2-11/23 11:00am-12:00pm $68 Instructor: Anna Coombs-Johnson

Beginner Spanish

Enjoy group exercises as you learn basic Spanish and advance at your natural pace. No knowledge of the language is required. 22006 TW 9/7-9/29 1:00pm-2:00pm $30 22007 TW 10/5-10/27 1:00pm-2:00pm $30 22110 TW 11/2-11/24 1:00pm-2:00pm $30 Instructor: Sebastian Jaramillo

Line Dance

Beginner/Intermediate

Beginners learn basic dance steps at a slow pace and more fast-paced dances for intermediate level students. Nostalgic and Contemporary Line Dance Fitness variations makes the workout seem like just fun dancing. Inspired by your Instructors’ Certification in Line Dance through Louis Van Amstel, World Champion Ballroom Dancer and Dancing with the Stars Professional. 22003 M 9/13-9/27 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 22004 M 10/4-10/25 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 22005 M 11/1-11/29 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 22023 W 9/1-9/29 6:00pm-7:00pm $30 22024 W 10/6-10/27 6:00pm-7:00pm $30 22025 W 11/3-11/24 6:00pm-7:00pm $30 Instructor: Andrea Valmore, Certification in Line Dance

Smart Devices

Feeling lost trying to navigate your phone's many features and applications? Worry no more! This class teaches you how to use many of the features and apps your phone has to offer.

iPhones & iPads

22427 Th 9/2-9/16 9:00am-10:45am $55 22428 Th 10/7-10/21 9:00am-10:45am $55 22429 Th 11/4-11/18 9:00am-10:45am $55

Samsung, Androids, & Tablets

22430 Th 9/2-9/16 11:00am-12:45pm $55 22431 Th 10/7-10/21 11:00am-12:45pm $55 22432 Th 11/4-11/18 11:00am-12:45pm $55 Instructor: Samar Salma Material Fee: $8 due to instructor at first class.

Microsoft Office: Word

Do you want to discover how today's most widely used word processor can help you? Come learn how to make a flyer for your club's event, compose a letter to a friend or business associate, create calendars, invitations, invoices, and much more with MS Word. 22626 W 9/1-9/15 1:00pm-2:45pm $55 22627 W 10/6-10/20 1:00pm-2:45pm $55 22628 W 11/3-11/17 1:00pm-2:45pm $55 Instructor: Samar Salma

Computer Basics 1

This class helps you become better acquainted with your computer by learning certain basic skills, such as keyboard shortcuts, opening programs, saving and locating files, printing, connecting to network and more. No computer skills needed. 22617 W 9/1-9/15 9:00am-10:45am $55 22621 W 10/6-10/20 9:00am-10:45am $55 22622 W 11/3-11/17 9:00am-10:45am $55 Instructor: Samar Salma

Computer Basics 2

Building on what you learned from Computer Basics 1, continue to hone your skills by exploring options available in the control panel and sub menus. With an understanding of these tools, customize your computer's operating system. 22623 W 9/1-9/15 11:00am-12:45pm $55 22624 W 10/6-10/20 11:00am-12:45pm $55 22625 W 11/3-11/17 11:00am-12:45pm $55 Instructor: Samar Salma

Photography Essentials

Learn the basics of photography to immortalize your precious moments. This class will cover the basics of photography and the different functions of your camera. You will learn how to take great photos, edit, store, and share. 22420 F 9/3-9/17 9:00am-10:45am $55 22421 F 10/1-10/15 9:00am-10:45am $55 22422 F 11/5-11/19 9:00am-10:45am $55 Instructor: Samar Salma Material Fee: $8 due to instructor at first class.

Microsoft Office: Excel

Want to organize your schedule on your computer, track your monthly expenses more easily, learn how to use charts and data sheets? Microsoft Excel is the answer. Come learn how Excel can help you maximize your time, money and energy for optimal efficiency. 22629 M 9/13-9/27 9:00am-10:45am $55 22641 M 10/4-10/18 9:00am-10:45am $55 22640 M 11/1-11/15 9:00am-10:45am $55 Instructor: Samar Salma

This class will improve balance and focus on breathing through stretching poses and working your core. Class ends with restorative movement meditation. This standing and seated Yoga class will improve balance while acknowledging your breathing, stretching postures and thus your core will also get a workout. Class ends with restorative movement meditation. No mat needed. Light athletic shoes recommended, comfortable shoes acceptable. 21997 W 9/1-9/29 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 21998 W 10/6-10/27 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 21999 W 11/3-11/24 2:45pm-3:45pm $30 22332 F 9/3-9/24 9:30am-10:30am $30 22333 F 10/1-10/29 9:30am-10:30am $30 22334 F 11/5-11/19 9:30am-10:30am $30 Instructor: Andrea Valmore - Yoga Certified

Tai Chi / Qigong Classes

Ages 50+ Experience a beautiful blend of Qigong and Tai Chi styles in this class that offers novice through advanced students an opportunity to enhance their daily energy and peacefulness. It helps to regenerate your body by transforming sickness into health, lowering blood pressure, increasing blood circulation, decreasing cancer, diabetes, and cardiac problems. 21665 M 9/1-9/29 9:00am-10:00am W 9:00am-10:00am F 9:00am-10:00am $73 21670 M 10/1-10/29 9:00am-10:00am W 9:00am-10:00am F 9:00am-10:00am $73 21674 M 11/1-11/29 9:00am-10:00am W 9:00am-10:00am F 9:00am-10:00am $73 Instructor: William Yeung Drop-in: $12

Hatha Yoga

Ages 50+ Gain a more positive and peaceful outlook through the gentle postures of Hatha Yoga. The practice of yoga promotes greater physical flexibility and balance, reduces stress levels, and improves overall health. 21632 Th 9/2-9/30 9:30am-11:00am $29 21633 Th 10/7-10/28 9:30am-11:00am $29 21634 Th 11/4-11/18 9:30am-11:00am $29 21629 M 9/13-9/27 9:30am-11:00am $29 21630 M 10/4-10/25 9:30am-11:00am $29 21631 M 11/1-11/29 9:30am-11:00am $29 Instructor: Judy Jordan

Pilates For Everyone

If you’re ready to experience this intense mind-body workout, check out our Pilates class. This class is moderate, with a focus on flow, cardio, strength, flexibility, athleticism, and coordination. 22001 T 9/2-9/30 6:30pm-7:30pm $30 22022 T 10/7-10/28 6:30pm-7:30pm $30 22002 T 11/4-11/18 6:30pm-7:30pm $30 Instructor: Andrea Valmore - Certified Pilates

Zumba Gold

Come ready to sweat in this Latin-inspired dance fitness program for all sizes and activity levels. It’s an easy-to-follow, exhilarating and effective way to burn calories. 21637 Th 9/2-9/30 9:15am-10:15am $32 21605 Th 10/7-10/28 9:15am-10:15am $32 21650 Th 11/4-11/18 9:15am-10:15am $32 Instructor: Sharon Roberts , AFAA Certified Group X Location: Harbison Event Center Drop-in: $9

POUND Classes

POUND® is an energizing class designed for men and women of all fitness levels and abilities. Strengthen and sculpt infrequently used muscles with a series of fun and effective POUND workouts while rocking out to your favorite music! Active Aging members receive $1 discount on Pound and Zumba classes. 21639 S 10/2-10/30 8:45am-9:45am $32 21614 S 9/4-9/25 8:45am-9:45am $32 21638 S 11/6-11/27 8:45am-9:45am $32 Instructor: Sharon Roberts , AFAA Certified Group X Location: Harbison Event Center Drop-in: $9