Sept/Oct2015
2060 W. College Ave • Santa Rosa, CA 95401 • 707-543-3745 • www.santarosarec.com • Volume: 3 Issue: 5
Inside this Issue! Mark your Calendar
Lots of planned activities … 2
Noteworthy Upcoming Opportunities
Flu Shot Clinics, BINGO and more! ........................... 2
Instructor Spotlight
Ed Meisse, Tai Chi Instructor... 4
Health & Fitness Corner
A Good Night’s Sleep Can Be Yours Again ..................... 4
Around Town
Senior Survey and Ombudsman Volunteers ...... 5
Did you know?
Ukulelians at the Sonoma County Fair............................ 5
Fall Art Programs As the hot summer nights turn into cool fall breezes it’s time to dust off the paint brushes and pencils and dive back into those art projects in the closet. If you need help getting motivated, learning new techniques and tricks or just want to pick up something newwe have the art program to inspire you. 18th Annual Senior Art Show Finley Community Center, Reception: Thursday, Sept. 17, 1-4pm Exhibit: 9/15 –11/12
Let’s Write! Creative Writing Mondays 12/10 -2/11, $112 resident/$122 non-resident, 1:30-3:30pm, Person Senior Wing, #76499
Featuring the art of Sonoma County Seniors, this popular annual exhibit’s goal is to enhance seniors’ lives by encouraging the joy of creativity and providing an opportunity to share their art in a professional setting. Participants are beginning to professional senior artists (over 60) affiliated with agencies that either provide art classes or serve older adults. Make sure to attend the reception and enjoy the music, coffee, cookies, and art demonstrators!
When you sit down to write, do you ask yourself ‘Who do I think I am? What do I have to write about? or, Who would want to read what I write?’ Find your answers in a warm and friendly environment while we discuss the dreaded self-censorship. By the end of class you will have a completed piece of writing.
Watercolor with Barbara Marlin-Coole Fridays 9am-12pm or 12:30-3:30p, Person Senior Wing. On-going sessions, call for dates and fees 543-3745. Develop your unique style with glowing watercolor techniques. Monthly themes and daily demos and critiques.
The Beauty of Painting, Fundamental Techniques Tuesdays 11am-1pm, Person Senior Wing. On-going sessions, call for dates and fees 543-3745. Explore painting techniques with renowned French artist Christian Quintin. Using acrylics and oils, you will explore fundamentals such as blending, glazes, pigments and materials. All levels are welcome.