McBride Megaphone August/September 2019

McBride Community Center 91 Town Square Place Vacaville, CA 95688 M-F 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

August/September Issue Closed 9/2, Labor Day

Phone: 707.469.6660 Fax: 707.469.6663 www.cityofvacaville.com

Win a drawing item valued at $25!

Purchase $1 tickets @ front desk.

McBride Megaphone Solano County Office of Education is com in g! They’ll be hosting pop-up space 9/30/19-1/10/20; open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9am-12pm.

Grandparents Day: Sat., Sept. 7, 2019 fr om 122pm, $13 (13 & up), $9 (12 & under)* Come celebrate Grandparents' Day by creating new memories with loved ones! Bring a picture of special someone and create a frame together. Enjoy music and dancing to the hokey-pokey; light snacks and refreshments also provided at this fun event. Deadline to register is 8/23.

Senior Wellness Expo: Mon., Oct. 7, 2019 from 9am-12pm, FREE Learn ways to improve your health and meet the experts who can make your life healthier and happier. Many resources provided; free screenings in hearing, vision and blood pressure and much more; enjoy free snacks from local businesses. Free transportation to Expo provided by City Coach (fixed route only).

Dance to the Big Band Sounds: Sat., Nov. 2, 2019 from 4-7pm, $11 per person* Don't miss this annual dance and silent auction! Have fun dancing to a musical tribute to the 50's presented by Alive Music Orchestra supported by the nonprofit Vaca Jazz Society. Enjoy a variety of light, delicious snacks.

For more information, call 4696660. Deadline to register is 10/4. www.cityofvacaville.com

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“Creating community through people, parks and programs.” *Active Aging members receive $1 discount.

*Active Aging members receive $1 discount.

Special events Fall/Winter Thanksgiving Dinner: Thu r s., Nov. 28, 2019 fr om 12 -1:30pm, FREE 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 in a party. This event is free. For reservations, call 469-6660. Deadline to register is 11/9.

Appreciation Event: Active Aging Members Only: Fri., Jan. 10, 2020 from 12-2pm, FREE 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. Please RSVP by 12/27.

Chinese New Year: Fr i., Jan. 31, 2020 fr om 12-2pm, $9 per person* Bring your friends and family and enjoy the sumptuous Chinese cuisine that characterizes the culture. Celebration includes the most important meal of the year, the reunion dinner, while enjoying entertainment, prizes and more! See what the year of the rat has in store for you! Space is limited! Reserve your spot by calling 469-6660. Deadline to register is 1/10.

Holiday Connection: Ongoing, Call for info., 469 -6673 Come help seniors this holiday season! This program provides seniors who live at home or in a care facility with a gift for the holidays. We need sponsors, individuals or groups who can purchase a gift and deliver to recipient. If delivery is not possible, please make a donation in the form of a check: The Holiday Connection, Friends of Seniors, C/O McBride Community Center, 91 Town Square Place, Vacaville, CA 95688.

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*Active Aging members receive $1 discount.

trips Day

Open to the public. No membership required! All ages welcome!

Santa Cruz Follies: Facinatin’ Rhythms from Broadway to Hollywood to You! Sat., Sept. 14, 2019, Santa Cr u z, $85 per per son* The popular, Santa Cruz Follies, is an annual musical production full of wonderful singing, dancing and comedy; this festival includes nostalgic songs and Broadway hits celebrating tap and ballroom dancing. The show is at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. Before the show, enjoy free time to stroll the Santa Cruz wharf and have lunch on your own. Trip Includes: Transportation and show. Deadline to purchase tickets is 8/23.

Apple Hill: Su n., Sept. 29, 2019, Placer ville, $60 per person* Celebrate fall with a visit to Apple Hill! Order pies beforehand and make pick-up easy. Enjoy the many options for lunch on your own. Trip Includes: Transportation. Deadline to purchase tickets is 9/6.

Fleet Week: Sat., Oct. 12 or Su n., Oct. 13, 2019, S.F., $163 per person (Active Aging members receive $2 discount.)

Don’t miss the chance to sail on the iconic San Francisco Belle and see the show from directly under the planes. Indulge in a delicious lunch buffet as you sip on champagne and enjoy background music from the onboard DJ. Then, step onto the outer deck to relax in the sunshine and watch the jaw-dropping precision of the famous Fleet Week Air Show! Trip Includes: Transportation & lunch. Deadline to purchase tickets is 9/15.

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*Active Aging members receive $1 discount.

trips Day

Open to the public. No membership required! All ages welcome!

Murphys Suites & Ironstone Vineyards: Thu r s.-Fri., Oct. 24-25, 2019, $300 double occupancy/$350 single occupancy (Active Aging members receive $2 discount.)

Take a trip to the Sierra Foothills and stay in Murphys, the thriving hub of wine, culinary experience and culture in Calaveras County. Stay in absolute comfort at Murphys Suites. Enjoy time on your own to shop and see local museums. Trip Includes: Lodging, transportation, wine tasting/food pairing, tour and lunch. Deadline to register is 9/1.

Holiday Shopping: Sat., Dec. 7, 2019, $95 per per son* Shopping trip to San Francisco has something for everyone!

Perhaps you would like to get that gift shopping done early or just spend your time window shopping! Gather your friends and sign up early for this delightful day in the City. Trip Includes: Transportation and box lunch. Deadline to purchase tickets is 10/29.

Beach Blanket Babylon: Su n., Dec. 8, 2019, SF, $163 (Active Aging members receive $2 discount.)

Beach Blanket Babylon, the longest-running musical revue in the world, will hold its final curtain call at the end of this year. Follow Snow White as she takes a fast-paced journey around the world in search of her “Prince Charming.” Along the way she encounters a star-studded, ever-changing line-up of hilarious pop culture characters. Trip Includes: Transportation, buffet brunch and ticket to show. Deadline to purchase tickets is 9/27.

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*Prices subject to change.

trips Extended Travel Wed., 8/7 & 11/6 from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

TRIPS & TOURS PRESENTATION

Open to all ages and no membership needed! Choosing to travel with us comes with benefits that take your guided travel experience to another level. Our inclusive tours provide you with more value for your money and more of what makes travel special. All guided trips include: Roundtrip air, roundtrip airport service and transfers, welcome and farewell dinner with your fellow travelers, hotel accommodations, meals and much more. Book early for additional savings! Call 469-6673.

Christmas on the Danube: Dec. 3-11, 2019 (9 days) *Rates vary depending on deck.

Relax and enjoy this beautiful trip that offers excellent cuisine and unlimited wine!

Find one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts for family and friends at small riverside towns, including Germany’s most famous and oldest, dating back to 1628, Nuremberg’s Christmas Market. Trip Includes: Vienna, Vienna Opera House, Hofburg Palace, Wachau Valley, Glühwein Party, Passau, Regensburg, Rothenburg & Würzburg.

Switzerland, France & Christmas Market of the Rhine River Cruise: Dec. 3-11, 2019 (9 days) *Rates vary depending on deck.

Take part in Old World holiday traditions on this European excursion to 8 Christmas Markets, including Lucerne, Basel, Strasbourg, Speyer, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cochem & Cologne. Shop for ornaments, crafts and other traditional items. Trip Includes: Lucerne walking tour, Basel visit, Strasbourg city tour, Speyer walking tour, Rudesheim walking tour, Cochem walking tour & Cologne walking tour.

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Booking discounts may apply; inquire for more details.

*Prices subject to change.

trips Extended Travel Discover Panama: Janu ar y 23-31, 2020 (9 days) *$2,949 double occupancy Explore the colors and natural beauty of Panama–a land between the seas. Remote rainforests, rich history, diverse wildlife and spectacular coastlines abound in Panama. Cruise through the canal aboard the Pacific Queen on a partial transit and stay at the Gamboa Rainforest Reserve. Complete your Panama experience with a final night in your resort overlooking Playa Bonita. Trip Includes: Emberá Indigenous Village, Panama Canal Cruise, Panama City, Miraflores Locks, Anton Valley, Chitré, Pollera dress-making visit, Finca Experience & rum tasting.

Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana: Feb. 19-Mar. 3, 2020 (14 days) *$8,199 double occupancy South Africa is an absolute must! Multiple game drives and unique culinary experiences provide the perfect blend of culture and thrills. Make new friends during a homehosted dinner. Search out legendary wildlife along the remote Chobe River. Sample wines at a vineyard. Marvel at the “Big Five” (Lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhino). Trip Includes: Cape Town, Table Mountain, Entabeni Conservancy, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park & wildlife safaris.

Irish Splendor: Ma r ch 17-24, 2020 (8 days) *$2,799 double occupancy What do you get when you spend the night in a stately castle, stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher and sip whiskey at a local distillery? Irish Splendor. This trip combines fabulous accommodations, stunning scenery and incredible cuisine for a truly unforgettable experience of the amazing “Emerald Isle”. Trip Includes: Cabra Castle, whiskey distillery, Cliffs of Moher, farm visit, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Blarney Castle, Dublin & Christ Church Cathedral.

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Booking discounts may apply; inquire for more details.

*Prices subject to change.

trips Extended Travel Highlights of India: Mar ch 23-April 3, 2020 (11 days) *4,325 double occupancy With a Delhi city tour, magnificent historical palaces, camels and elephants, this trip makes for a splendid introduction to India. Trip Includes: UNESCO Heritage Sites, Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi Agra Fort, Agra, Taj Majal, Amber Fort, Jaipur, Old Delhi, Rickshaw Ride, Chandi Chowk, Jantar Manta, Jaipur City Palace, Ranthambore Nat’l Park & Game Drives.

Cuba Discovery: Ma r ch 24-29, 2020 (6 days) *$3,699 double occupancy Discover the island of Cuba with its vibrant rhythms, varied landscape and stunning scenery, including flat-top mountains called “mogotes”, tobacco plantations, caves and rivers. This uniquely beautiful and captivating land is rich with heritage, literature and dance. Tour Includes: Museum of the Revolution, Old Havana walking tour, artist José Fuster, cigar factory tour, Colón Cemetery, Havana Club Rum Museum, Hemingway’s farm, Habana Compás Dance Group performance, Old Style Classic Car Club, Nacional Hotel tour, Pinar del Rio, Viñales Valley, tobacco farm and farmhouse visit.

Spotlight on New Orleans: Apr . 5-9, 2020 (5 days) *2,099 double occupancy Experience this soulful city that abounds with rich history, mouth-watering Cajun and Creole cuisine, and of course, an incomparable soundtrack. Tour a working warehouse where spectacular floats are created for Mardi Gras or visit the National World War II Museum. Trip Includes: French Quarter, choice on tour, New Orleans School of Cooking, Jazz Revue & swamp tour.

Great Canadian Cities: Ju ne 17-29, 2020 (9 days) *$3,545 double occupancy The Great White North offers travelers a variety of cultures, landscapes and wonders to discover. Enjoy a Montreal city tour highlighting the Notre Dame Cathedral, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Jacques Cartier Square, McGill University and a panoramic view of the city from atop Mount Royal. Tour Includes: Quebec, Montmorency Falls, Ottawa City, 1000 Islands Cruise, Toronto City, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls boat tour and dinner show.

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Booking discounts may apply; inquire for more details.

*Prices subject to change.

trips Extended Travel Washington DC & Williamsburg: Sept. 17-23, 2020 (7 days) *$2,795 double occupancy Trace the course of American history from its earliest settlers to today’s political leaders. Discover the majesty of the nation’s capital at the White House and the U.S. Supreme Court. Step back in time at Colonial Williamsburg where the spirit of America was born. See artisans at work and period costumes in the Historic District of Williamsburg. Tour Includes: Washington DC city tour, Arlington Nat’l Cemetery, DC Twilight Illumination, World War II Memorial, Smithsonian Institution, White House photo stop, US Naval Academy, Annapolis, Colonial Williamsburg, Mt. Vernon, Jamestown, Yorktown and traditional colonial dinner.

Colors of Morocco: Sept. 20-30, 2020 (11 days) *$4,099 double occupancy Reflect on the serenity and beauty of the Sahara Desert under a tapestry of twinkling stars. Meet a nomadic community that travels across the desert with the changing seasons. Arrive at Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou and discover earthen buildings, defensive walls and corner towers that make the ksar a striking feat of Moroccan architecture. Trip Includes: Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque, Rabat, Meknes, Fes, Sahara Desert Luxury Tented Camp, Oasis visit, camel ride, High Atlas Mountains, Marrakech, choice on tour and cooking class.

Colors of New England: Oct. 9-16, 2020 (8 days) *$3,849 double occupancy Be charmed by the colors of New England and historic Boston! Walk along Freedom Trail and Beacon Hill. Visit Stowe, VT and sample ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s. Take a ride along the Kancamagus Highway and take-in spectacular views of the White Mountains. Trip Includes: Woodstock, Quechee Gorge, Rocks Estate, North Conway, Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise, Boothbay Harbor and succulent lobster dinner.

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Booking discounts may apply; inquire for more details.

*Prices subject to change.

trips Extended Travel Discover Thailand: Oct 13-20, 2020 (8 days) *$3,095 double occupancy Optional Chiang Mai Extension Discover vibrant cities, beautiful countryside and some of the world's friendliest people! Your adventure starts in Bangkok, a city bursting with character. Discover its backstreets and alleyways on an expertly guided tour and witness remarkable scenes as people trade goods on the railway tracks and from their boats at the floating market of Damnoen Saduak. Tour Includes: Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha Temple, Thai dinner & dance, Silom Village, Kanchanaburi, ThailandBurma Railway Centre and bridge over the River Kwai.

Normandy, Paris & the Seine River Cruise: Oct 20 -28, 2020 (9 days) *$4,595 double occupancy Optional 2-Night London Post Cruise Extension Join us on this week long tour which starts and ends in Paris, the most romantic city in the world. Follow the footsteps of van Gogh, Cezanne and Gauguin on this tour along the winding Seine River into Normandy. Tour Includes: Historic Normandy, WWII DDay Landing Beaches, Arromanches & Bayeux, Calvados Brandy Tasting, Auvers-surOise, Auberge Ravoux, van Gogh home, Rouen, Étretat, Normandy coast & village, stops in Conflans, LeHavre and Les Andelys.

National Parks & Canyons of the Southwest: Nov 8-13, 2020 (6 days) *$2,075 double occupancy Enjoy a panoramic Las Vegas city tour featuring the Old Downtown and the Las Vegas Strip. The majestic beauty of the Southwest’s red rocks and deep canyons make for an essential American road trip. Tour Includes: Grand Canyon West, Grand Canyon Skywalk, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Zion Park Tram Tour, Las Vegas leisure day and Valley of Fire State Park.

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Booking discounts may apply; inquire for more details.

If space available, 18-49 year olds may register.

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Genevieve Etallaz (GE)

Lewis Allen (LA) $50/1 personal trainer session $180/4 personal trainer sessions $320/8 personal trainer sessions

$30/Beg. & Int. French classes Drop-in not available

Sculpt & Tone and Self Defense $33/4 classes $41/5 classes Drop-in $10

Linda Holliman (LH) $20 per person/Art Workshops $45/Soap Carving classes Drop-in not available

Sandra Imperatori (SI)

August is drop-in only, no instructor.

Class resumes in September. $57/4 classes

Judy Jordan (JJ) $29/Hatha Yoga

Drop-in not available

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If space available, 18-49 year olds may register.

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Miki Nielsen (MN)

Sandra Karse (SK) $150/Golf Lessons Drop-in not available

$37/Cooking classes Drop-in not available

New Instructor!

Sharon Roberts (SR) Pound & Zumba $23/3 classes $30/4 classes Drop-in $9

Ramana Vieira (RV) Yoga classes $28/4 classes $56/8 classes Drop-in $12

William Yeung (WY) Tai Chi/Qigong $67/12 classes $73/13 classes Drop-in $12

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***Indicates new classes.

August Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

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9:00 Tai Chi w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:00 Summer Workshop: Stamps & Acrylics w/ LH 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors (drop-in, no instructor) 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA 10:00 Summer Workshop: Art w/ Recyclables w/ LH

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors (drop-in, no instructor) 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors (drop-in, no instructor) 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors (drop-in, no instructor) 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

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If space available, 18-49 year olds may register.

classes Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1&8

2&9

3 & 10

9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE 11:30 Personal Training w/ LA

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR 9:00 Cooking Workshop: All Things Cool (8/3 only) 10:00 Zumba Gold w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR 10:00 Creating Art w/ Grandkids: Family Games 10:00 Zumba Gold w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR 10:00 Zumba Gold w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR 10:00 Zumba Gold w/ SR

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***Indicates new classes.

September Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

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No classes, Labor Day

***9:00 Self Defense for Seniors w/ LA 10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors w/ SI 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

***9:00 Self Defense for Seniors w/ LA 10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors w/ SI 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

***9:00 Self Defense for Seniors w/ LA 10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors w/ SI 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV 10:30 Soap Carving w/ LH

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9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 10:00 Golf Lessons w/ SK @ Cypress Lakes GC 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

***9:00 Self Defense for Seniors w/ LA 10:00 Painting w/ Watercolors w/ SI 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:00 Yoga for Everyone w/ RV 10:30 Chair Yoga w/ RV

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If space available, 18-49 year olds may register.

Classes Thursday

Friday

Saturday

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE 11:30 Personal Training w/ LA

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR

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9:15 Zumba Gold w/ SR 9:30 Hatha Yoga w/ JJ 6:00 Pound Fitness w/ SR

9:00 Tai Chi/Qigong w/ WY 9:30 Beginner French w/ GE 10:00 Sculpt & Tone w/ LA ***11:10 Intermediate French w/ GE

8:45 Pound Fitness w/ SR

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*Requires minimal fee.

ongoing FREE Activities & Services Activity/Service Day(s)

Date

Time

Instructor/Additional Info.

*AARP Smart Driver Course

M

9/16

9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Bill Coley

Acoustic Jam Session

1st & 3rd W

On-going

6-9 p.m.

Leslie Cloper

Alzheimer’s/ Dementia

4th W

8/28 & 9/25

6:00-7:00 p.m.

Heather Gray, 415-608-9309

Artist’s Paint Workshop

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1:00 p.m.

Bring own supplies & projects.

Arts & Crafts

W

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1-3 p.m.

Bring own supplies. Walk-ins welcome.

Blood Pressure Screening

M

8/5-9/30

11 a.m.-12 p.m.

469-6660

Board Games

1st W

8/7 & 9/4

1-4 p.m.

We play Rummikub, Chinese Checkers, Aggravation or Scrabble.

Any level welcome!

Book Group

F

8/2-9/27

11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Facilitator: Glen Gauiglio

Bridge Groups

M-F

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12:30-4 p.m.

See front desk.

Coping with Life

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*Faith in Action

M-F

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9 a.m.-5 p.m.

(707) 469-6675

Free Cell Phones for Seniors

M-F

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8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

(707) 469-6660

Great Decisions

2nd & 4th F

On-going

9-11:30 a.m.

Dawn Brown

Grief

T

8/6-9/24

1-2:30 p.m.

Gain a greater understanding of the grief process; share experiences and learn strategies for coping. Call Rhea McCormack at 925-363-4126.

8/2-9/27 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Paula LeDoux

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*Requires minimal fee.

ongoing FREE Activities & Services Activity/Service Day(s)

Date

Time

Instructor/Additional Info.

HICAP

2nd & 4th M

8/12, 8/26, 9/9 & 9/23

9:30-11 a.m.

By appt. only, call (800) 434-0222.

Knit & Crochet

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9:30-11:30 a.m.

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Legal Consultation

1st T

8/6 & 9/3

9-11 a.m.

By appt. only, 469-6660. Yvonne Thrasher

2nd & 8/8, 8/22, 4th TH 9/12 & 9/26

2-4 p.m.

Leave a legacy for your descendants. Bring enthusiasm to share and listen. Jim Beamer

Life Stories Writing Group

Lost & Found

M-F

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8:30 a.m.-4:30

Located at McBride front desk.

Meals on Wheels

M-F

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11:30 a.m.

(707) 426-3079

NARFE

2nd W

On-going

2-4 p.m.

Mr. Donovan, (707) 410-7340

Parkinson’s Support Group

4th W

8/28 & 9/25

1:30-3:30pm

Brenda DeMartini, (707) 330-1551

*Public Transportation

M-F

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8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Located at McBride front desk.

Quilting Bee

1st & 3rd TH

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9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Supplies are extra. Walk-ins welcome.

*Senior Club

T-F

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9:30-11:30 a.m.

(707) 469-6665

Senior Club: Bingo

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12-3 p.m.

(707) 469-6665

Sit & Get Fit

M/W/F On-going 10:30-11:15 a.m.

See front desk.

Taking Off Pounds Sensibly

TH

8/1-9/26

6-8 p.m.

Ann Cooper

Widowed Person’s Assoc. of CA, Inc.

3rd W

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2:00 p.m.

Located at McBride. Open to the public. Call Jan Bawart, 448-7125.

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McBride Community Center Bequests Leave a legacy a t M cB r ide Com m u nity Center a nd a ffect fu tu r e g ener a tions by making a charitable bequest. Through donations, we provide classes and programs free of charge to those in need.

Ways to donate:

1 2 Celebrate or remember a loved one by purchasing a leaf and having his or her name inscribed. The person is honored and notified of your contribution. The funds collected for the Friendship Tree are used to enhance overall programming through scholarships, special events, activities and equipment.

Please see a list of prices below.

Price

Item

Number of Lines to Engrave

$55

Satin bronze leaf

Up to 3 lines

$65

Satin silver leaf

Up to 3 lines

$75

Satin gold leaf

Up to 3 lines

$150

Acorn w/ brass plate

Up to 6 lines

$250

Stone w/brass plate

Up to 6 lines

If you would like to bequeath something to the McBride Community Center, please call (707) 469-6673 or (707) 469-6685.

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McBride Community Center Donations

Do you have ideas for the Megaphone? What about stories? Pictures?

Please share! Contact Kristin or Audrey at (707) 469-6685 or (707) 4696673 or via email at Kristin.milliken@cityofvacaville.com or Audrey.calder@cityofvacaville.com.

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Free presentations @ McBride Community Center Quality of Life: W ed., 9/4, 10/2 & 11/6 fr om 9:30 -10:30am, FREE Come to this engaging presentation on 1st Wed./mo. and learn about emotional intelligence, communication (even in difficult circumstances) and being okay with saying "No". Enjoy camaraderie and shared experiences that create lasting change, hope and joy. Tangible material to take home and snacks provided! Facilitator: Jennifer House, Certified Coach Veteran’s Presentation: Mon., Sept. 13 fr om 9:30 -10:30am, FREE The Aid and Attendance Benefit is available to all qualified veterans and their surviving spouses who would benefit from residing in assisted living or a caregiver at home. Join us and learn more about this and other benefits, such as qualifying for free hearing aids and assistance filing claims for disability or burial benefits.

Meals on Wheels Holiday Schedule ***No meals served on these days.

Day

Date

Holiday

Monday

Sept. 2

Labor Day

Monday

Nov. 11

Veterans Day

Thursday

Nov. 28

Thanksgiving Day

Friday

Nov. 29

Day After Thanksgiving

Tuesday

Dec. 24

Christmas Eve

Wednesday

Dec. 25

Christmas Day

Wednesday

Jan. 1

New Year's Day

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Mcbride Community center Rental

Active Aging Membership       

All ages Not required to participate in classes/events/trips $25 per person/1 year Priority registration Discounted classes/events/trips Hard copy of McBride Megaphone Exclusive access to annual Membership Appreciation event

L City of Vacaville, Parks & Recreation Dept.

McBride Community Center 91 Town Square Place Vacaville, CA 95688 M-F 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Phone: 707.469.6660 Fax: 707.469.6663 www.cityofvacaville.com

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s Walk: Sat., Oct. 19, 2019 @ 9:30am, Donation Walk your way to making a difference in the life of a person with Alzheimer’s! Join the McBride Community Center Team as we walk, share stories and create support for this important cause.

Questions? Call 707-469-6673.

ocated in historic, downtown Vacaville, McBride Community Center is perfect for birthday parties, receptions, company trainings or meetings.

Space accommodates 200 people. Amenities include: Sound system, projector, ice machine, stage, covered drive and entry with disabled access, professional stove top, conventional oven, commercial refrigerator, multiple prep and work spaces.

Rental Includes: Tables, chairs and set-up. Space available Monday through Sunday.

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